The Telesco Friday, May 10, 1991
Palomar College, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos CA 92069-1487
Volume 44, Number 22
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POMP AND CIRCUMSTANCE- Annual commencement exercises for Palomar will take place on Friday, May 24 in the Dome beginning at 6 p.m. Dr. Paul Saltman, professor of biology at the University of California at San Diego, will deliver the commencement address. Sean Nix, immediate past president of the Associated Student Government, will also address the graduates. Dr. John MacDonald, chairman of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors, will receive an honorary "associate in human arts" degree at the event. Approximately 670 associate of arts degrees and 302 vocational program certificates will be awarded. Dr. George Boggs, superintendent of the Palomar Community College District and president of the college, will conduct the ceremonies. Melinda Wilson, president of the newly formed Palomar College Alumni and Associates, will present the college's Outstanding Alumna of the Year award to Deborah Gemmill of Escondido. Immediately following the ceremonies, a reception will be held on the lawn outside the Dome in honor of the graduates, parents and guests. Candidates for A.A. degrees and certificates will meet in the college theater on May 24 at 5 p.m. to prepare for the processional to the Dome. Caps and gowns have been on sale in the campus bookstore since May 1. Palomar's Student Activities Office has a limited number of caps and gowns which may be loaned to students unable to purchase them.
New budget approved amid controversy
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Palomar Collegehas decidedto un dertake a search for water on campus in order to dig a well. To help with the project, the college has called on Corky Smith, San Marcos city councilman and l ocal wen witcher, for help. See the story on page 3.
Much controversy arose during Wednesday's Associated Student Government meeting concerning the finalization of the ASG 1991-1992 budget. The senate was split over the decision whether or not to revoke proposed funds from The Telescope, which was initially allotted $7,000. Senator Mette Urbach requested that $500 be taken from the student newspaper and be given to the Arboretum. The Buildings and Grounds Department had requested $6,300 for the Arboretum and the ASG budget committee had proposed giving them $500. ASG Vice President Rob Aikins made a formal amendment to Urbach, requesting that an additional $1 ,500 be taken from The Telescope budget and transferred into the Arboretum account. After discussion, it was decided by a 6-4 vote that $1 ,000 be taken from the school paper. While this was less than the paper staff said they needed, it was $2,000 more than they received last year. Senator Timothy Platt opposed The Tele-
scope budget cut. "I'm wondering why we are taking money from The Telescope," inquired Plan. "Is it because of the needs in the Arboretum or is it because of the animosity built agai!lst The Telescope over the past articles that did not look favorably on the ASG?" Earlier this week, ASG officers had expressed discontent over an article detailing an ASG trip to Magic Mountain. A sports column in the newspaper referred to preliminary budget estimates obtained from the treasurer, Kevin Nesby, and criticized the ASG for "short-changing an award-winning newspaper and then taking a 'networking' trip to Magic Mountain." The figures released, however, had not been finalized, contrary to the knowledge of The Telescope. In actuality, the budget committee's final proposal to the senate was $ 1,500 more than had been expected. Those who favored transferring the funds to the Arboretum denied the newspaper had been targeted because of the articles. Aikins said he favored a decrease of Telescope funding because "Personally, I like treesandweneedthem.Tomeit'slifeordeath." (see BUDGET- page 4)
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MEETINGS GOVERNMENT Faculty Senate Meeting, Mondays, 2 p.m., SU-30 Inter-Club Council, Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m., SU-22 President's Advisory Council Meeting, Meets the first and third Tuesday of each month, 2 p.m., SU-18 Associated Student Government, Wednesdays, 1 p.m., SU22 Governing Board Meeting, Second and fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m., Board Room Foundation Board Meeting, Every other Thursday, 3:30 p.m., SU-22
CAMPUS CLUBS Afrikan-American Student Alliance, Wednesday, noon, SU-18 Alpha Gamma Sigma, Timrsday, 12:30 p.m., SU-22 American Indian Organization, meets first and third Monday of each month, SU-15 Asian/Pacific Student Union, Thursday, 3 p.m., SU-17 Biosphere Club, Thursday, 3 p.m., SU-18 The Connection, Friday, noon, SU-18 Campus Advance, Wednesday, noon, Clocktower Fashion Club, Friday, 1 p.m., SU-22 MEChA, Thursday, 2 p.m., SU1'7
Biblt! Study, Thursday, noon, SU-18 Undefeated Club, Thursday, 3 p.m., SU-18
DEADLINES ADMISSIONS Final Adds. Adding a class requires the instructor's and the dean's signature.
Friday, May 10, 1991
Summer Graduation The deadline to apply for summer graduation is Jul:. 1. Summer PAR appointments If you did not submit your "Intent to Register" cards by the March 28 deadline, you may still qualify to use PAR (Phone And Register). Inquire at the Admissions counter by May 24. Summer Class Schedules are available at the Admissions counter. Vista summer classes Beginning with the summer session, classes will not be held at the Palomar Vista Satellite Center.The new location will be Alta Vista High School. Summer/Fall. Applications for the summer and fall 1991 semesters are being accepted. For more information, contact the Admissions office at 7441150 ext. 2164. Or Records/ Evaluations ext 2165. Printouts needed. Keep all printouts, adds/drops, until the semester is over and grades are posted Summer/Fall 1990 grades. Are available at the Admissions counter with a picture ID. Spring 1991 Grades. These will be available four to six weeks after the semester bas ended. They are not automatically mailed. Repeat classes. If you have repeated a class, please fill out a grade change form. Final Exams. Schedules will be available in Admissions. Or, consult the spring class schedule. For more information call the Admissions office at 744-1150 ext. 2164 or Records/Evaluations ext 2165.
THE SOURCE An Admissions publication to help with summer registration is available in the Admissions office.
From The Telescope, Nov. 12, 1955
HOMECOMING QUEENS- Gwen Bell and Mary Lou McCulloch were elected by equal votes to share title.
And the winners are Alan E. Ardis Memorial Scholarship Ousama H. Abbas American Association of University Women Marianne Brown American Association of University Women Fallbrook Branch Scholarship Susan Burchstead American Association of University Women Rancho Beranardo Branch Gloria Cobian, Yolanda Escobedo, Mirna M. Lopez, Susana B. Martinez, Jennifer E. lbies, Tracy S. Wilsoo Art Department Faculty A ward Ryan D. Silva Art Guild Award Richard R. Truesdell Associated Student Government Leadership Scholarships Linda L Bean, Uyen P. Huynh, Andrea R. Linn, Timothy J. McMullan, Kevin D. Nesby, Tamara K. Nelson, Mette M. Urbach, Lydia R. Zepeda Barney B. Berkey Foreign Trade Scholarship Sandra De Jesus Mildred B. Berkey Memorial Scholarship Nina Chenault, Bonnie Harrison Thomas Y. Bibleheimer Jr. Memorial Scholarship Bonnie J. Putnam Dennis L. Bostic Memorial Scholarship Lorrianne M. Vergeer Bill Bradley Memorial Scholarship Jennifer K. Brozansk:i, John J. Crayon, Mirna Lopez California Retired Teachers' Association North San Diego County Branch Scholarship Michelle Hampel, LeAnne C. Wallher Community College Association/ California Teachers' Association Palomar College Chapter Scholarship LoriAnne Cariello James Cason Memorial Scholarship Jeffrey A. Welsh Copley Newspapers Scholarships Todd D. Andersoo, Chris Boolh, Roman Koenig Charles A. Coutts Memorial Scholar· ship Oark L. Scott Charles Davenport Memorial Scholarship linda G. Anderson Dental Education Award Parivash Rahnamai Derksen Vocational Award Althea E. Showalter Hazel Erickson Memorial Scholarship Lorrianne M. Vergeer Escondido Art Association Linda G. Anderson Fallbrook Art Association Award Slcya D. Nelson Filipino American Cultural Association of North San Diego County Scholarship Richard V. Nagtalon F1eet Foundation Scholarship Jennifer E. lbies Adele F1orer-EOPS Scholarship Arcela Alvarez Foreign Language Student Award Marjan Nahavandi Lester Ford Memorial Scholarship Robert F. Aikins, Martha Martinez Martha Ganoe Memorial Tri·City Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Stephanie Mitchell, Zeina Samadi Mario S. Guerrero Memorial Scholarship Virginia E. Lopez Agnes Hammond Memorial Scholar· ships Sheila J. Bridgeman, Carol A. Humphrey, Linda M. Kallas, Eugenia Kuttler Jane Jackson Memorial Scholarship Maureen Bastress Helmer and Veronica Johnson Memorial Scholarships Carol R. Gilbert, Mary A. Mahaffey Lake San Marcos Art League Scholarship Kenilh K. Moffitt Lake San Marcos Kiwanis Club Foundation Scholarships
Michael Bav;;tad!Piwtography Editor
Students anticipating freedom from studies browse though nonacademic reading material at a booksale held in February at Palomar. Adrianne C. Andersoo, Yvonne R. Coombs, Kristin E. Oliverier, Arcela Alverez. Kevin Brazelton Albert L. La Vaque Memorial Scholarship Fund Palomar Vioture Unit No. 1406 Mary A. Mahaffey, Susan L Waters, Gail A. Weilacker Scott D. Lee Memorial Scholarship Bryan D. Mills Michael Lesher Memorial Scholarships Kennelh Bell, Cheryl A. Raczynski, Roberta R. Yaryan Library Faculty Award Ben Jones, Louise T. Hinzo Los Rancheros Kiwanis Club Scholarship Nina L Chenault Judy Mazzarella Memorial Scholarship Tanya Andersen The Mercantile Scholarships Pauline Freeman, Jennifer McGathey Mistyhills Arts and Crafts Scholarships Linda G. Anderson, Ryan Silva Rusty Myers Memorial Scholarship Melissa A. Lynds Laure Newcomb Memorial Scholarships Noel A. Brack, Bonnie J. Putman Nursing Book Awards lila R. Bell, Gouxiong M. Cen, Kari L Gay, Gerda E. Hanken Pacific Beach Woman's Club Deborah L. Gravitt Ronald T. Page Memorial Scholarship Christine Gorman Palomar College Chemistry Department Scholarship Ousama H. Abbas GraceS. Dysart Memorial Scholarship Arcela Alvarez 2+ 2 Scholarship Maryrose J. Capriotti Palomar College Math and Science Scholarship Travis B. Bryson Palomar College Social Sciences Department Scholarship Susana B. Martinez Patrons of Palomar Scholarships: Shawna Angel, Steve Alshouse, Stephanie Bias, Mildred Carrasco, Cynthia CeElena, Maricela CeMiljyn, Laila Elwan, Linda Hamm, Kristin KeddingtOIJ, Trena Masoo, Ana Mercado, Duy-Ai Nguyen, Anita Stehly, Amy Toth, Melody Valente, Lynn Yamold, Diana J. Kyle. Silvana S. Lo, Virginia E. Lopez, Jennifer E. Seay, John R. Saenz,
lila 0. Vela John E. Barlow Memorial Art Award
Jeremy C. Wright Betty Eaton General Education Scholarship RozL light Melody Dawn Pitt Nursing Scholarship Deborah L. Gravitt Gene Penner Barbershop Harmony Society Music Scholarship Jennifer E. Seay Margaret Rutherford Memorial Scholarship Carolyn R. Bryans San Francisco Art Institute Scholarship Skya D. Nelson San Marcos Chamber of Commerce Vocational Education Scholarship Uyen Huynh, Bonnie Putnam San Marcos Rotary Club Scholar· ship Silvana S. Lo, Darlene H. Morris San Marcos Woman's Club Scholarship Theodora M. Cherry James C. Scheidt Memorial Scholarship Darlene L Schuck Frood P. Smith Nursing Award William E. Main Talent Roster Scholarship (certifi· cate only) JeffreyS. Cummins, Debra A. Curren T. F. Trotta Memorial Nursing Scholarship Ann Jensen Art Turowski Memorial Scholarship William A. Clarlc Vista Emblem Club Scholarships Magdalena P. Dawson, Jeanne M. Freeman, Caroline E. Sears, Jennifer E. lbies, Patty A. Thompsoo Vista Noon Kiwanis Club Lucy lightfoot Vista Rotary Club Antionette Johnson Vista Woman's Club Scholarships: Nursing Zeina Samadi, Cheryl A. Whelan Performing Arts · Laurie Cully Teaching Jennifer J. Oxford Edith Webster Trust Fund Scholarships Kirsten Yamaguchi, Althea Showalter
Scholarships to be announced: I vie Frances Wickam Scholarship, Scholarship Committee Special Awards and the Palomar College Fowtdation Daniels Cablevision Scholarship.
News Friday, May I 0, I 99 I
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Palomar looks to 'divining guidance' for water solution By Alex Pisarczyk Staff Writer
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Dans. Ashbrqok (right), who plays Bobby Briggs on the ABC television show "Twin Peaks," is the son of Palomar acting professor nuddy Ashbrook. Dana Ashbrook visited Palomar's Escondido campus on 'I'uesday and talked about his ~xperiences tostudel1ts in his father's ac~g class.
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'Peaks' star talks about success By RomanS.l{oel)ig Editor-in-Chief Up until this week, the only thing Palomar College had in common with "Twin Peaks" was the small Poway community that shares the televisionshow' sname. That changed on Tuesday\'/hen Dana Ashbrook, who plays Bobby Briggs ol'l. the show, came to talk to Palomar acting students at the Escondido satellite center. ' AshbrOQ~; whose fa~er, ~ud.dy Ashl;)J:qok, has ·been an acting professor at Palomar fot.neatly 30 spcike to hiS dad's acting class about his new-fotindsticcess. He isaPalomar acting alumnus andpet:formed in the college's junior tijeater program.be@lning in l975,Meacted wittiE~lo •·• mar until J9M after perfotmfng in .a tota~; o{16 plays. ~ ' "(J\ctingat~lomat) helped learn thec;raft learn tfu! te$pect for the bu:sineS$,'· Ash~rook
rently cast as Clyde jn a TV movie for the Fox network about Bonnie and Clyde. Ashbrook advises people interested in achieving a professional acting career to "be ready before they get there." He sajd this can be done by doing plays and taking acting.classes. But more importantly, prospective actors must ''learn the respect for the theater before they get there." Ashbrook can be seen in the two-hour season finale of"TwlnPeaks" on June 10.
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For Ashbrooks, performing is all in the family By Patrick Gifford Staff Writer
Ir' s strange how some families are able to succeed at the same thing: in baseball you have the Ripken family, and on the high wire you have the Wallendas. When it comes to acting at Palomar College, you have the Ash brooks. Buddy Ashbrook has been a drama teacher at Palomar for the last 23 years. During that period of time he has taught many students the finer po\nts of acting. He has also taught those same lessons at home. His son, Dana, is currently starring in the cult hit show "Twin Peaks." Ashbrook also has a daughter who has made a name for herself in the entertainment circles. Daphne had a role in an ABC Movie of the Week,
(see FAMILY- page 12}
Palomar College has turned to the supernatural to confront water rationing and to help locate a proposed water well that could sustain life for the trees, plants, and fields on campus. Corky Smith, 61, a San Marcos city councilman and retired plumber, has been asked to find water on the Palomar campus. Smith calls himself "the we11 witcher," and has used a divining rod to find water with success on numerous occasions. "I don't know why it works," said Smith, who uses a limber forked branch from a fruit tree. He then walks around the area of where the welJ is to be dug, holding the two forked ends of the limb, leaving a six inch branch hanging. Suddenly, the branch, for some unknown reason, wilJ bend towards the ground. Smith says that this bending of the branch is a sign of water below. "I realJy don ' t believe that it works, that's why I close my eyes when I do it," said Smith. Smith realized that he had divining ability when he was in his 20s. He was at his uncle's house in Arkansas when his uncle was digging for water, and a cousin was invited to "witch the well." Smith said he was curious about welJ witching and his cousin gave him the branch and said "give it a
try." Smith said he found the well and realized that he had the natural ability to locate water with a branch from a fruit tree. "Maybe it's the chemistry in my body, but honestly I really don't know how it works," said Smith. Smith added that he doesn't get his branches from any special tree. He has located over a dozen wells, and found one well for a man who owns a chicken ranch in Casoo, California "that pumps out up to 93 gallons a minute," said Smith. According to Smith, he ran for a seat on the San Marcos city council in 1976 "because the city was going to widen the road in front of my house," said Smith. He has been there ever since. Mike Gregoryk, vice president for finance and administrative services at Palomar college, met Smith at the city council and asked him if he could help the school by witching a well for Palomar. There has not been any set date for the witching, according to Smith, but said that he' s more than willing to do it. "I wouldn't guarantee anything, but I've found many wells before," Smith said. Along with being a city councilman and well witcher, Smith also has an interesting hobby. He has a huge pigeon coop in his backyard, and has been racing pigeons for 40 years. "I've had a pigeon make it from Redding (about 600 miles) in one day ," he concluded. ·
Enrollment cuts in San Diego may increase attendance here By Darren Ane Staff Writer Although thousands of students may be turned away from the San Diego Community Co11ege District next fall as a result of state budget cuts in education funding, Palomar College has no formal plans to cutenrollmenton this campus. According to Herman Lee, director of admissions, Palomar officials have not decided to limit enrollment or to slash classes from the schedule. Palomar has not received the final word on budget cuts from Sacramento, and Lee said they don't expect that information until early July. "BasicalJy, we have not taken a stand on this issue because we are still waiting for people up in Sacramento to figure out what we'll have to do," said Lee. "Until then, we have no plans for cuts but we have taken a position of nogrowth.'' According to Lee, no-growth translates into no new classes and an increase in some class sizes. He also added that a fixed cutoff date for registering is being considered,
where no students could enroll after a certain date. Out of the 70 community college districts in California, 61, including Palomar, have more students enrolled than state funds pay for. Starting with the fall semester, the colleges which make up the San Diego Community Co11ege District, including Mesa, City and Miramar College, plan to keep their enrollment down to the number of full-time students funded by the state. In order to keep their enrollment level to what the state will pay for, an estimated 4,000 students may be denied admission at these schools, possibly resulting in the removal of 400 classes from the district's schedule of 5,000courses. Grossmont College has cut approximately 96 classes from their schedule. Palomar officials expect some students who are turned away from the other community colleges wilJ enroll at Palomar. To worsen the situation, administration members expect an increase in applications due to the increase in CSU and UC tuitions.
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Work pays off in campaign to increase enrollment Telemarketing campaign helps boost enrollment at Poway satellite campus by 25 percent By Lisa N. Slater Staff Writer Marketing for the Palomar College center at Poway seems to be paying off. Enrollment at the center this semester went up by 25 percent. A survey conducted last spring showed that half of the almost 1,500 Poway residents contacted didn't know that Palomar college had a center operating at Poway High School. Community Education Director Nona McClure and the staff members at both the Poway and Mt. Carmel campuses decided a telemarketing and direct mail campaign to educate residents about the Palomar extension centers was in order. Although McClure cannot prove the enrollment increase at Poway was a result of the campaign, she thinks it has helped to make residents of Poway more aware of what is close to home. "We can't relate it (the increased enrollment) directly to the marketing campaign." McClure said, "But I think it has helped." The centers were formerly called satellites, but McClure said they are no longer using the term because they were receiving calls from people who were trying to fmd out when the different comets would be visible. The Poway center has been operating out ofPoway High School for two years, and the Mt. Carmel center has been in existence since 1974 at Mt. Carmel High School. Both centers are operated in very little space, yet still are able to offer the students the service
of a full campus, including a mobile bookstore, registration, counseling and health services. Another service is registration which is offered at Mt. Carmel, and is hooked up to the main campus computer. "It's wonderful for the taxpayers," McClure said, "It's a high school in the daytime. It's a college at night. Sharing facilities has problems of its own, but it's a good use of the taxpayers' money." The limited space for parking is one of the problems. "We were using all of the parking at Mt. Carmel and the high school officials couldn't get back in for their evening meetings. One time we gave a ticket to the principal," said McClure. "That went over big." Despite the few problems, having the centers at the high schools is good advertising for Palomar. Each day as the high school students leave for home, they see the signs for Palomar college. "It starts them thinking." said McClure. There· are 131 total classes offered at the Poway and Mt Carmel centers. 80 at M1. Carmel and 51 at Poway. There are over 1,500 students who attend classes at the two centers with many students taking more than one class. The centers are operated in a small space; 543 square feet at Mt. Carmel and 320 square feet at Poway. The staff is small too, but according to McClure they are trained well and versatile. "Customer service to the students and instructors is the main goal of the staff." said McClure. She has heard the centers referred to as a "Luxury cruise ship,
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small area, but you get incredible service." McClure says she admires the students she sees registering and taking classes at the centers. The average student is 32 years old, female, with children at home. She hasn't been back to school for 20 years, and is trying to do something to get ahead in the
work place or upgrade an increase skill level. McClure and her staff plan to continue the marketing campaign because they feet it is important for residents of all ages to know what is available to help them accomplish their goals.
Budget (continued from page 1) Funding for other organizations was also a topic of discussion. Senator Laine Trigas proposed transferring $500 out of the music department's $5,000 budget and placing it in the speech team's budget. The motion was defeated 11-1. Speech was the only organization that experienced budget cuts. Last year, the speech team received $7,800 but their funding was reduced to $7,000 in the 1991-1992 budget. All other organizations which receive money from the student government either maintained the same amount of money they were allotted last year or received an increase. Other concerns related to funds were ex-
pressed by Alpha Gamma Sigma member Joanne Laviolette, who said she opposed the student government allocating $800 for the ASG annual awards banquet. "They are socializing with student funds to the detriment of other clubs that have been cut," said Laviolette. ASG Senator Tom Turk responded to the comments by inviting her to join forces with the student government in order to resolve the conflict. "If you really want to change things then why don't you run for senator?" asked Turk. The ASG previously planned on having their banquet at the Lawrence Welk Village, but said they decided it would be more economical to have it at Gentleman's Choice.
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Celebrating with honors Members of the Alpha Gamma Sigma honor society, club president Susan Leonard (center) and member Debbie Sherrill (right), celebrate the receiving of the group's Outstanding Service Award by member Joanne Laviolette (left). Alpha Gamma Sigma completed one of its most successful years ever, according to Leonard, with the receiving of the Club of the Year Award given by the Inter-Club Council. The club's adviser, Judy Dolan, was given Adviser of the Year. Alpha Gamma Sigma also gave out more than $2,000 in scholarships to its members this year. "We had a great year," said Leonard, who added that the Palomar chapter of the organization hosted a Southern California regional conference on campus. "We had over 300 people (come to the conference) this year," she added. "We worked hard, but we had fun, too."
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Friday, May 10, 1991
Nation will lose mind if Bush_ doesn't lose Quayle While Vice President Dan Quayle is absolutely right that a mind is a terrible thing to lose (isn't that "waste" Dan?), he would be even more correct to say truit it is also terrible when the mind of a political party seems shut off to the facts. The Republicans are not being very wise in leaving a vice president in office who nobody seems to like, and who came ominously close to assuming the presidency last weekend when Bush suffered heart problems. A tremor of fear went through the populace as we pictured Quayle as President While Quayle receives constant high praise from the president's staff and the cabinet, the general population has little confidence in him as a leader: This is largely due to his low charismatic ability which has been largely amplified, or maybe even exaggerated, by the press. But whether or not Quayle deserves his acquired reputation is beside the point-the image is there. Since Bush's re-election seems almost guaranteed, the Republicans have rejected the need to replace Quayle. However, they should consider it now. Confidence in our economy or even national security would be seriously hampered if Quayle was to assume the reins. Bush's recent health scare forces us to consider this possibility. Despite the president's recent soaring popularity, the vice-president may play a much larger role in the next election. Since many are predicting that Bush will probably assume the presidency again, his party should use a little political savvy and put in someone we can all feel better with-if not for the sake of national security, at least for the sake of a good night's sleep.
Scalp the ticket scalpers With an explosion of music, the Rolling Stones jump onto stage. Watching the action, Biff and Miffy, safely clutching their front row tickets, are served champagne as they discuss the cultural and philosophical benefits of rock music on today's society. Docs this seem like a fitting picture? No, but Biff and Miffy may be the only ones who can afford concert tickets today in the world of ticket scalpers who sell choice seats for inflated prices. However, a bill is now in the state senate which, if passed, will successfully eradicate this unfair practice. Although the penalties for ticket scalping under this bill-a possible $1 ,000 fine and six months of jail- may seem a little high, some kind of action has been long needed. Scalpers have for too long participated in unethical practices of packing the ticket lines with their employees, and selling the tickets for sometimes hundreds of dollars more than the original price. This has seemed to even anger the musicians who could charge these prices, but want all fans to be able to attend their shows. But since unfair scalping practices have extended to more thanjustconcerts, this bill plans to return other events, such as sports, to the fans as well. With the passage of this bill, entertainment events will be restored to those it was intended to please--the fans. Biff and Miffy will just have to stand in line with everyone else, and scalpers will have to find another line of work to stand in as well.
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Students rest assured; college worth the work By Stephen Kenney Contributing Writer It's that time of year again when students no longer appear bright-eyed and bushy-tailed; succumbing to the strains of academia, they now begin to roam the earth like zombies in some low-budget horror film. If you fmd yourself roaming around and banging your head against the wall late at night wondering why you're subjecting yourself to this biannual torture test known as fmals, here are a few thoughts to ponder. Your time isn't being wasted; it is being invested. A college education means more money and better career opportunities for those of use who stick around long enough to get our diplomas. Itdoesn 't matter what type of degree you eventually wind up with; what is important is the accomplishment. You might get a degree in modem dance, and still end up as the CEO of Atlantic Records. A degree is a union card. It allows you to get a job that required more than a warm body and the ability to get it to work on time. Today's service economy is quickly separating the haves from the have-nots. If you don't have a college education, your chances of being considered for a decent job are slim to none--your chances of being hired are almost nonexistent. When we come to school, we not only learn facts and figures. We learn how to think and reason, how to effectively communicate and how to set goals and accomplish them. What we are learning about is ourselves. It is something that takes years of rigorous study, which includes successes and failures, that will eventually pay off in both our professional and personal lives. So when the clock strikes two and your caffeine high begins to wear off, remember that whatever you are studying is important-it is another step in the right direction.
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Staff Commentary Susanne Aberle
Pet lovers be aware Some people are suckers when it comes to baby animals. Seeing a kitten or puppy in a pet store may send some people reaching deep into their pockets. But beware, pet ownership, unfortunately, isn't as easy as the often impulsive and emotional purchase that proceeds it Without knowing the background of a puppy's parents, people purchasing pets may fmd that "the doggy in the window" could become "that sick and dying dog at home." Too often dishonest, money-hungry breeders breed dogs in order to make a living-a good living. On the average breeders can earn $200 a pup and 4 -8 puppies a litter; we are talking big bucks for relatively little work. This is only complicated when the mother dog is bred without ample time to recuperate from a pregnancy. When a mother is bred too much, due to callous greed, it can result in unhealthy offspring. Several years ago, my husband bought me a puppy that had American Kennel Club (AKC) papers. Unfortunately, he did not research the puppy's background. After two months, we found the puppy was completely deaf. At five months, and $300 worth of vet bills later, we found out that she also had a hip problem called displacia which effects the dog's ability to walk. At nine months of age another problem arose: she had a respiratory problem. Our Samantha was only nine-months-old when she had to be put to sleep. When I asked my vet why our puppy had so many health problems, he said it was because the dam had been overbred.. In addition, he explained that displacia is a genetic problem that reoccurs when the same breeding combination is repeated. And I thought that AKC papers meant that I was guaranteed to have a healthy dog. I called the AKC to see if they could force the man who bred the parents of my puppy to either stop breeding or be put out of business. Unfortunately, the AKC can't do anything to prevent this situation from happening again. It's sad but true. Don't befooled by AKC documents; they amount to little more than scratch paper. Just about any dog can be registered through the AKC, and just about any dog can be given a registration number. Regulations should be made and enforced to stop breeders and pet shops from selling potentially problematic animals. More regulations are required on state and national levels, and the authority for intervention by the AKC is necessary to prevent bad breeding combinations from happening over and over again. But since these regulations are not yet in place, I urge everyone to make wise decisions instead of emotional ones when considering the purchase of a pet
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Letter from the Persian Gulf: Sergeant learns lesson of tolerance for Iraqis Dear students, It's 1420 (2:20p.m.) now in Kuwait. I haven'treceived a weather report yet, but yesterday, April 26, it was 119 degrees. Climbing on top of the vehicles that we charged into battle just over two months ago feels like a skillet on a stove. I talked to a young soldier yesterday. He is a corporal in the Omani Army. His name is Hussein. He was leaving Kuwait today to go back to his home in Oman. He's going back to school. I told him that I was also a student as well as a professional Marine.
Marine Sergeant Sean Kevany before be left for Kuwait. I think often of what I will be like when I get home. Will I have patience with people? Will I have to be deprogrammed from the military since this is the longest time I've been on active duty since I left the regulars in 1987? But this time its different; I've ~n to war. I've fired my weapons-including my personal sidearm-at the enemy. I've seen the dead and wounded. I've taken prisoners, searched them, interrogated them and, when I thought one was lying about the disposition of enemy tanks, I threatened him. I knew Syrians were killing any Iraqis that they got their hands on, and I told him we would give him to the Syrians. At this moment, he started to cry-begging for mercy and for me to believe him. As I looked into his terrified face, I saw something very ugly: Me. I too was scared, and feared for my men 's lives. I was told Iraqi tanks were going to attack my platoon (I am a platoon commander), and this Iraqi was wearing a uniform of an Iraqi tank crewman. I found out later that his uniform had been terribly soiled, and that he had found an abandoned tank with several cleaner uniforms in it. Moments later, other POWs told us that he was not a tanker, but an infantryman like they were. I motioned for one of my men to come over, and I told him to get me some rations for these men. When he left the Iraqis were afraid, not knowing what to expect. I dropped a piece of paper that I was taking notes on, and when I bent over to retrieve it, the crucifix I wear became visible to the Iraqis. He asked me if I was a Christian. I said "Yes, I am a
What is your idea of the perfect summer? (Photos by Michael Bagstad)
Catholic." He said he was also a Christian and a Catholic. When the Marine arrived moments later with the food and water, the Iraqis were surprised and happy. They only took a little and I said for them to take it all-as the trip to the POW camp in Saudi Arabia was a long journey. While they ate, I let my battalion HQ know I had these POW's and needed a vehicle to come pick them up. The Iraqis said they had not eaten well since the bombing started and had little or nothing for two weeks prior to being taken prisoner. I knew this had to be true as when I was searching them they were very skinny and were starting to lose muscle tone from just sitting in their trenches waiting to be attacked. I told him I was sorry for frightening him. He said, "We are both afraid. We should be laughing together-friends looking at girls; instead you are thousands of miles from home, and I am in a foreign country and we are trying to kill each other. I accept your apology. My war is over-but you must go on. I pray for your safety my comrade." We shook hands and then he embraced me in the Arabic custom. He told his countrymen all was well and that soon they would be in Saudi Arabia. Little did we know that very soon before the week was over, the war would be over as far as the ground fighting was concerned. I will never forget Khalil. I was surprised at how I could even think about doing what I thought I was prepared to do (give him to the Syrians). When I think long and hard now, I somehow don't think I would have done it, but, at that time, I had very little time to think things through. From then on I never threatened another human unless they were resisting me, threatening my safety or the safety of my fellow Marines. I went out on a limb several times to bring in Iraqis safely-even preparing to fire on Syrian troops who wanted some of our POW's. One Iraqi soldier said, "You must give us over to them-this is an officer of an allied country, and he wants us. We will not hold you responsible for doing what you have to do." I told him not to worry. "You are my prisoners. If I let them have you, I would be like Pilate handing Jesus over to the Jews. I know your fate." I then turned to the Syrian who was a bit arrogant anyway and told him, "These men have Saddam Hussein; you have Hafez Assad. What is the difference? You cannot have my prisoners." As the translation was finished, the Iraqis cheered and some attempted to kiss our boots. We told them to shake our hands instead-we are not gods! One of them blurted out in broken English, "But to us you are like a saint." Well, I've rattled on long enough .I can honestly say I did nothing to prevent myself from looking my fellow citizens, my superiors, my family or my God in the eyes without shame or fear. I thank the people of America for their support and massive donations. We had so manycare packages at times, we were giving them to Iraqis and Kuwaitis alike. When I get home, I'll have many stories totell my friends, teachers and family. I look forward to going back to school like Hussein, my friend in Oman.Show and tell will never be the same. From a liberated Kuwait, Semper Fidelis, Sean Kevany SSFG USMC
Graphic Common. "No job, with a steady "Backpacking in the Siincome, instantly losing erras, and then a little about 10 to 20 pounds off-roading in the and going to the Grand desert." Canyon for two weeks."
Brian Hanson Art "Being able to be out at the beach every day of the week, staying up as late as you can, going to parties at night, and being able to afford it."
Rights aren't menu items Dear Editor, Ms. Adkins ("Learn History from History class, not Hollywood," Friday, May 3), you scare me. What scares me is that people like you are becoming more common. In point it seems to be your belief that if"a few innocents suffered" because of the Hollywood 10 scandal, that is a fair exchange to maintain freedom in this country. But when even one innocent is painted by a brush of guilt by association, the paint will surely splatter us all. What also concerns me is your statement that the "government so diligently tried to protect our people from the horrors of (communism)." I question the cost of this benevolence. You know some persons and groups feel that certain ideas, words and concepts are dangerous unless taken from their (your?) points of view. My path here has not been to prove you wrong, rather, to give YQY a history lesson: when people are forced to follow the dictates of a govemment--{)r grou~without question, that is oppression. Sound like the Soviet Union? Clearly, neither of us can nor should set the menu for other's beliefs. Let us keep the table clear and open. In any event, let us, Ms. Adkins, do everything we can to maintain a free exchange of ideas without censure. It is the American way. Asst. Prof. Rob Branch Communications/RTV
Glitzy war blinds nation Dear Editor, Our yellow ribbons have become tattered and faded, and our red, white and blue boxer shorts have turned out to be just another fashion fad. As the blinders of our nationalism are lowered, we are faced with some disturbing questions concerning our intent in the Persian Gulf. Are we there to promote democracy, as is suggested by Salvador Marquez in the April 19 issue of the Telescope? Are we there to protect our oil interest? Are we there to protect our friends in the region? If so who are our friends? Regardless of how we answer these questions now, the big question is why weren't we asking them last August? Marquez maintains that the United States is obligated to the Kurds militarily because "Desert Storm was our mess and we should clean up after ourselves." Yet this same logic was used to justify Dessert Storm in the first place. It was argued that because we tilted towards Hussein in the IranIraq war, we should bring him down. Marquez asks if Hussein may have in fact won the war in spite of our spectacular show of military force. It is impossible to answer this question without taking a good look at our own values and interests as a country. Until we are able to face these questions, the thousand points oflight are not just the funeral pyres of the Kurds; they are our own cities burning with internal decay. They are the smoldering racial issues which we have put out of sight and mind. They are the weapon fire of our troops fighting for principles which we as Americans are taught to condemn. In addition, the thousand points oflightare the millions of TVs reflected in the rhinestone glitziness of our dimes tore nationalism. Sean Fitting Undecided
Undecided "Perfect weather, a job that is in the afternoon, two to three evening ciasses and 50 million guys."
"Spending time at the beach, soaking up some sun, doing some surfing, and just relaxing-getting a break from school to prepare for fall semester."
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By Jennifer London Staff Writer Three times proved to be a charm for this year's Miss Encinitas. "When I heard them call my name, I began to shake all over. I just went numb," said Shelly Peterson, when she learned she won the title of Miss Encinitas. A sophomore at Palomar, Peterson has competed in beauty pageants since she was a senior in high school. This was her third try at the Miss Encinitas crown. Peterson, a tall ,slender blonde, first competed for Miss Encinitas when she was a senior at San Dieguito High School. She walked away with second runner up. However, this achievement didn't satisfy a determined Peterson, so she ran again for the title the following year, and received first runner up. The competition was based on a written biography, an interview on stage, and a bathing suit and evening gown competition. Peterson believes that the key to winning is "maintaining a positive attitude, and having very supportive parents." Peterson's new job as Miss Encinitas involves ribbon cuttings at grand openings, attending social business parties and street fairs. Peterson explains that, "the job is very
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demanding, but definitely worth it." From the smile on Peterson's face, it is easy to see that she is not suffering from the demands of winning the crown. Presently, Peterson is competing in the Fairest. of the Fair/Miss San Diego County Pageant along with 33 other beauty queens. The competition is tough but "everyone is like one big family," said Peterson. Even though Peterson is confident that she will do well in the show, she confesses that she mostly wants to have a good time. "I want it to be fun. If I don't get into the top 10, then hey, at least I had fun doing it." The winnerofTheFairestoftheFair will go on to compete for Miss California. Peterson came to Palomar because she was interested in T.V. production and hopes to receive her two-year degree. After she finishes college she wants to marry, "and have eight children.'' Peterson concluded that, "being in a beauty pageant is wonderful experience, and I have finally stopped shaking."
Three other Palomar students also took the crown in this year's Miss Escondido, Miss Vista, and Miss Valley Center beauty pagents.
Michael Bagstad/Photo Editor
Shelly Peterson proudly wears her Miss Encinitas banner after winning that city's beauty pagent. She will go on to compete in the Fairest of the Fair/Miss San Diego pagent which is to be held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds on May 23-24.
Fashion show a success for budding designers
The entire group of models show off fashion designs created by the San Diego Art Wear Club. _ Story by Amelia Bowles
Photos by Michael Bagstad
The theater is packed. The lights go down and the house becomes quiet. The music begins, the curtain opens and on stage are the models for Palomar's annuaL fashion show, which was held May 1. All the clothing was designed by students in the Palomar Fashion Department, as well as designs by the San Diego Art Wear Club. This event is the highlight of the year for the fashion students as they try to win awards for their creative and original designs.
Rene Sims models a cowgirl outfit designed fashion student Pauline Freeman
This silk- dyed outfit is worn by Toby Brown and was designed by fashion student Susan D'Vincent.
Arts&Entertainment Friday, May 10, 1991
MUSIC Palomar College Performing Arts Department Spring 1991 Concert Hour. Concerts are every Thursday from !2:30p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Performance Lab (D-10). Admission is free; community members, staff and
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diedattheearlyageof24. Tickets are $12 for Thurs./Sun. and $14 for Fri. Sat. Curtain times: 8 p.m. on Thurs.- Sat., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Sun.
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students are welcome. Call7441150 ext. 2317 or 2316 for ~~~~----------further information. 12th annual Spring Dance May 16- Student Recitals Concert- Palomar College The annual President's Performing Arts Department Concert at Palomar College- presents "Operation Dance." Dedicated to the 1991 graduating Jazz, ballet, tap, modem and class, will take place Sat. May theatre dance students will be 18, 7:30p.m.andSun.l9,3p.m. featured. Music will range from in the Palomar College Theatre. Mancini to Minkus, Samuel The Performing Arts Barber to Sir Arthur Sullivan, Department has assembled the talents of the Palomar Community Orchestra, with guest conductor Edmundo Diaz del Campo, and the Palomar Chorale, conducted by David Chase. Tickets for the President's Concert are $8 general admission, $5 seniors and students. Reservations may be made with a major credit card by calling the Box Office direct line, 744-0136 or 744-1150 ext. 2453, Mon- Fri from noon to 5 p.m. Blacksmith Union- May 10 at SDSU; Monty's Den at 3:00. The Bacchanal- Live bands at 8022 ClairemontMesa Blvd. San Diego CA. A mixture of double funk, hip hop and classic '70s groove rhythms. Call560-8000 for information. Belly Up Tavern- 143 South Cedros Avenue, Solana Beach. Call 481-9022 for live band music agenda. Club features
and will include the sounds of ManhattanTransfer,PatsyCline and Sting. Performances will be held May 10, 11, and 12 at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee on May 12 at 3 p.m. in the Palomar College Theatre. Tickets are $7 general admission, $5 seniors and students. For reservations, call the Box Office from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Mon.- Fri. at 744-0136 or 744-1150 ext. 2453. "Speaking in Tongues" presented by the North Coast Repertory Theatre. Writer Lynne Kaufman explores the creativity and madness in James Joyce's family. This play received a staged reading at the Oregon ShakespeareFestival'snewplay program and was a recipient of the Fund for New American Plays Award in 1988.
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reggae, country, rhythm and blues, rock and roll, jazz, and dance music. Fri. 10, Talk Back andguestsNeonProphetat9:15 p.m.; Sat. 11, James Harman Band and guests Jimmie Wood and the Immortals at 9:15p.m.; Sun. 12, Free admission blues Party with the Joint Chiefs, 5-9 p.m. "La Traviata"- Verdi's opera
North County Artist CO-OP upstairs in the Arcade Building at 218 E. Grand Ave. in Escondido, is having a Spring InvitationalExhibitionshowing the works of25 artists. The show will continue through May 31. Gallery hours are Thurs. through sat from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
will be performed at the Civic Theatre. The title role, Violetta, is sung by sopr::ma Christine Weidinger on May 10 and 12. Frances Ginsberg performs on May 11. The opera is sung in Italian with English Opera Text projections. Verdi took the story from a novel and play by Alexandre Dumas, "La Dame
Palomar College Cover Contest-The winner will fill the cover of the fall 1991 class schedule and receive $100. Studentsareencouragedtoenter color slides of any form of visual art. Create 35 mm color slides of up to three different pieces of your artwork. Deadline for entry: 5 p.m., May 20 , 1991 . For
aux Camelias," which Dumas more information, contact based on his own love affair Donna at 744-1550, ext 2152. with the ill-fated Parisian courtesan Marie Duplessis, who
Boehm Gallery hosts â&#x20AC;˘ Palomar's prem1um By Kathy Hines Arts and Entertainment Editor The Palomar College Art Department is presenting its annual student art show at the Boehm Gallery, located on campus. The exhibit features a collage of artworks that include painting, drawing, printmaking, airbrushing, sculpting, jewelry and enameling, computer designed art, foundry, clay forming, wheel forming and glass blowing. "This is a great time for the community to view the quality art our students have produced," says Val Sanders, art department chairperson. Annually, the art teachers of Palomar College select the best from their classes to display in the closing museum show of the school year. After the pieces are selected, again art department students actively participate. Throughout the year, community members, and art gallery management students and are involved in setting up the displays, which gears them for the final showing. The last show lies in the hands of the students and work- study participants to make group decisions, in what goes where in the organization of the three Boehm Gallery rooms. "The Gallery gives the community a chance to get involved ... if they're wondering what's going on at Palomar, this can give them a better idea," says Jennifer Collins, student assistant to Louise Kirtland Boehm, Gallery director. As the art styles and medium differed, so did the
opinions of the viewers. Roger Stonewall, a San Marcos resident thought that many of the pieces were over-priced. "I cannot see spending $500 bucks for a ceramic vase ... I guess the art value can only be interpreted by those within the field, because the vase is just as functional as any other one in the department store." Jody Restille, a local high-school student says that she always comes to the Boehm Gallery shows to experience other people's emotions, and especially likes the idea of having such variety in the student art show. And i:tdeed there is a variety. With so many different types of expression, it is impossible to pick out the "best" piece of art objectively. However, there are many that stand out. For example, "Stress," a large vertical airbrush painting by Collette Davies, screams to the viewers to t~e notice. The painting is done in maoy tones of red, depicting a tight face of a man screaming at the top of his lunf.S, from within his stressed state of being. Textured streaks, which appears to have been made by quick, hand swipes, run down and across the face. Scratchboard work and scholarship winner "Sphyraena," created by Ryan Silva, is another piece that brings attention to itself. "Sphyraena is a fish-like creature with long batting eyelashes and a pearl necklace. The rounded body complements the geometric frame shapes around it Anne Raes' "Untitled" charcoal portrays two women that seem to b!end into one another, yet keep their own identity. Soft touches of turquoise and peach accent their curves. . Because of the quality and creative variety of the show, I believe that there is something for everyone's taste.. The show runs until May 22.
Palomar Coilege's student art show is running at the Boehm Gallery until May 22. Michael Garrison's ''Hag'' in bronze. (above photo) Pieces from.Dimension and Design classes are picture below. Photos by Suzi Bass
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No handicap in obtaining Rob Thomas inspired by Olympics to be SCC top-gun goals for Mil<e O'Leary By Sean Dean Sports Writer
The setting is Los Angeles, 1984, the scene the Summer Olympics, the event: Men's Volleyball. This was a pivotal time in the life of Comet outside hitter Rob Thomas. It was in watching this event that
gave Thomas, Co-Comet of the Spring, his interest in volleyball. However, it would be sometime later that Thomas would play this game of digs and kills. Before his senior year of high school at Poway High, Thomas had never been involved in an organized sport. Thomas, who began playing volleyball in his senior year of high school, liked the sport so much he came to Palomar College to continue the sport he has come to love. This has been fortunate for the Palomar volleyball program, which has benefited from his strong play in the last two years. Thomas finished the season as the South Coast Conference's kills-per-game leader with a 5.6 kills-per-game average while finishing the season with 308 kills, which ranked second in the conference. But if you ask Thomas about his play this season he'll say, "It was up and down. I could have done a lot better ifl had condition myself a little better." As for his contributions to the team this season, "I guess you can say my hitting was my most contributing factor." And hit he did this season, as he excited Comet volleyball fans in each game with his thrills and kills, his strong play, and his teamwork attitude on the court. Thomas, however, attributes the team's success this season to Head Coach Duncan McFarland. "He is the best coach you could
possibly play for," said Thomas. "He is calm, relaxed and is always there for you." Another person who Thomas mentioned was a key factor to the team, was team captain and setter James Coney. "Without him we would not have been able to go anywhere," stated Thomas. "His ability to move and set up hits
was excellent." Coney led the conference in assists this season with 987. Thomas was a major factor in rallying the team during the season and helped propel them to big victories over Orange Coast College and L.A. Pierce College while on their way to the state playoffs. Although Thomas was honored to be selected one of the Comets of the Spring, he added that it was a team effort this season. "The team played excellent, we had great passing and our great side-out ability helped us through out the season." As for the future for Rob Thomas, he is looking at different school presently to find one that will help further himself in his volleyball skills and in his educational pursuits. One of his educational goals is to become a school teacher,- be it History or Biology that much is undecided, said Thomas. There is one thing for sure that Thomas has decided, wnich is, wherever he decides to go to school it will definitely be near a beach. "It has to be California and by the beach, I'm not one of these people that can go back East or anywhere else for that matter." The future looks bright for Thomas, who has had a successful career at Palomar College. And there is no doubt that this outside hitter from Poway has turned out to be a shining Comet.
Patrick Gifford Staff Writer
Have you ever wondered how it would feel if you accomplished all of the goals that you had set out for yourself for a whole year? Well, one person who would know is Palomar College golfer Mike O'Leary and he says "it feels great."
O'Leary has been selected as Co-Comet of the Spring due in part to the goals that he has achieved. Coming into the season, O'Leary stated that in addition to "helping the Comets young team mature by setting a good example" he had a few personal goals that he wished to obtain. In listening to his coach speak it is apparent that O'Leary was able to help his team. "Mike is the first team captain I have had in my 17 years as golf coach at Palomar" said Bob Lusky. "He has been an outstanding all-around leader for our team, not only does it show by his scores, but also by his behavior," Lusky added. Behavior is important, claims Lusky, since golf is 60 to 70 percent mental - course management, emotional control and golf skill. O'Leary's importance was also evident in the team's final standings at the end of the season. In what Lusky termed as "a pleasant surprise" the team was able to finish third in their league, and in sixth place in the Southem California Regionals. As far as his personal goals, O'Leary set out to do four major things. His first goal
was to win Player of theYear for the Orange Empire Conference. The Player of the Year goes to the one player who has the lowest shot total for the league throughout the whole year. O'Leary also wanted to be consistent throughout the year, do well in the Southem California Regionals and State Tournament, and most importantly, for his future, to win a full scholarship to a Division~! school. O'Leary was able to win Player of the Year for his conference,
which Lusky calls "one of the toughest and most competitive in the state." O'Leary scorched up the course when he picked up five strokes on thefinaldayofthe league tournament. His consistency showed, however, by having a league-low score of 69, and went no higher than a round of 79 for the year. O'Leary said that "he prides himself for grinding it out all season," to be so consistent. O'Leary also came in third place in the Southern California Regionals out of 90 golfers. This means that he will advance to the state championships on Monday. There, he hopes to place in the top five. Said O'Leary, "ifl shootlikelcan, and I am able to keep my concentration I should do well. He also hopes to be doing well next year in a four-year school, such as the University of Colorado, Brigham Young University, or the University of Utah on a full-ride scholarship. All of these schools and others have expressed more than just an interest in having him on their golf team next year. After college, O'Leary would like to set his sights on the Professional Golfers Tour.
Friday, May 10, 1991
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Softball advances past COD in nine
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Comets play Chaffey today Hey, where was everybody? Comets right fielder Jim McCarthy was at the plate, April 30. The San Diego City reliever he faced, Mark Jackson, paced around the mound, to try to calm down. Jackson needed only one out to finish the Knights' season on a positive note. Only one strike was needed to dash the Comets playoff hopes , who had been chasing Southwestern College for weeks for the final at-large berth. Jackson squeezed the ball, looked to his catcher for signals as McCarthy waited. A Palomar sophomore, McCarthy knew that this at-bat may be the last he'll ever have in organized ball. Jackson threw the fastball and McCarthy watched both ball and season go down with the umpire's thumb. Strike three. Palomar's whirlwind season came to a halt, a season that at times captured the spirit of spring -individuals coming together as a team and causing stronger teams anguish. Palomar lacked the experience, the offensive power and the dominant pitching to compete in the Pacific Coast Conference, yet they did until the fmal game. But where were you? The scene shifts to the Dome, Feb. 16, and the final men's basketball game of the season. The Grossmont Griffins were leading by 16 points in the second half and seemed assured of an embarrassing road win over Palomar. But freshman guard Nick Gebler and sophomore forward Mark Buras would not let it end. Dropping bombs from orbit, Gebler and Buras brought the Comets within three. However, the more experienced squad won that night as Grossmont pulled away with a 90-84 win. If there was only a little more noise - because nothing is more easily distracted than a jump-shot. Whydidn'tGrossmontfeel threatened when it invaded the Dome? By the way, where were you? The majority of Palomar's 26,000 students that never saw a Rob Thomas kill, a Shannon Downeystrikeout,oraLydiaShaw backhand, have woefully missed
out Six of seven Palomar teams competed for the state's top rank. One, softball, is still playing and may take the state title. Fans play a role in the drama of sports - they are not merely the audience. But Palomar's voices have been muted. It's been a magical spring, but where were you?
Salvador Marquez Sports Editor
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Palomar catcher Teresa Juliano tags out Roadrunner leftfielder Christie Dammer in the top of the seventh inning during Palomar's frrst round win over College of the Desert, 2-1. The game was decided in extra innings by designated player Sheila Teach's single that drove in shortstop Casey Thimjon from third base. Comets starter Shannon Downey went all nine innings.
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The first-ranked Palomar Comets softball team suffered through something not expected of top teams- jitters. Committing five errors, the Comets (34-8) squeaked by 16thranked College of the Desert 2-1 in extra innings in the first round of the California Community College State Tournament. After surviving the 21-18 Roadrunners, Palomar will face eighthranked Chaffey College (23-16) today at the softball field, 3 p.m .. This best-two-out-of-three series will continue tomorrow, here at noon. Comets shortstop Casey Thimjon scored the winning run in the bottom of the ninth when designated player Sheila Teach singled to centerfield. Palomar had a strong case of the nerves early on, as evident by the junk run COD got in the first inning - a walk, an error, a passed ball and bunt single produced the run. "We played very sloppy defensively and we played like a freshman team," said Palomar head coach Mark Eldridge. Eldridge also acknowledged that Palomar's sloppiness also affected its hitting. It wasn't until the fourth inning when the Comets bats came
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