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EMBLEZZELMENT CHARGES FILED

Former cafeteria head arrested By Laura Woolfrey News Editor Former Food Services Manager Nick Paz was arrested Wednesday on charges of grand theft and embezzlement of $2,500 from the Palomar cafeteria.

Nick Paz Former Food Services director

Although investigations by the San Diego Sheriffs Department initially found that nearly $18,000 was missing, Paz has only been charged in connection with $2,500 of that amount. This is "due to lack of evidence linking anyone to the additional amount," according to Detective Chuck Seiber of the Sheriffs Fraud Department in San Diego. Paz resigned from his position on Aug. 4, two days after Director of Human Resouces Jane Engleman approached him conc.erning the monetary shortage. An investigation has been underway since that time. At 9:30 a.m. on Oct. 23, Seiber said he call ed Paz and asked him to go to the Vista Sheriffs station. An hour later, Paz was taken into custody and the bail was set at $5,000, Seiber said. Paz was released on his own recogn izance at 7:30p.m. the same day , and his arraignment is scheduled for today at I :30 p.m. at the Superior Court in Vista. Although no information concerning evidence was released, Seiber said that "the

Students seeking health services face lengthy wait By Andrea Cavanaugh Staff Writer Students seeking medical care at Palomar's Student Health Center are finding themselves at the end of a three-to-four-week waiting list. Those students in need of more immediate care are being referred by staff members to community care agencies and other area physicians. Director of Health Services M. Jayne Conway cited a number of reasons for the larger volume of patients, including an increased student body, greater utilization of services by college employees, and the refusal of other low-cost health care providers to treat people who are known to have access to college health services. One problem affecting SHS is lack of space, Conway said. With only two examination rooms, the amount of physician services that can be provided is limited. Students who miss appoint-

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ments are also contributing to the health services waiting list, Conway said. As an example, she cited a recent day when five of 12 students did not show up for appointments. Another factor which is having a major impact on health services is Jack of funds. The cost of providing health care has risen 20 percent in the last year, according to Conway, while the fee charged for health services at registration has remained the same for over eight years. "I would like to see an increase in health fees," she said. English as a Second Language . Associate Professor Jim Harlow is one Palomar faculty member who would like just the opposite. He said he is unhappy about current operation hours at both the oncampus and Escondido health centers. Harlow objects to policies that require all students to pay the health service fee even though the health center is not open during some class hours, he said. (see CLOSED- page 4)

'The financial records of the cafeteria ultimately led to the arrest, along with other collaborating evidence .' Detective Chuck Seiber, County Sheriff's Department

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CmnetWeek.bdd betweenNov: s and9, is an anllualevent that give$ students a break f ro rti ~d studying. , Associated Student Government members ar~ organizing activities, vendors, and. live bands to entertain students, "It is just a chance for students to get together and do some activities for free. No cost whatsoever," said Erik Johnson, president of.ASG. E rica Miller, .ASG secretary, said three band$ will perform during Comet Week. These include the reggae band.

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fi nancial records of the cafeteria ulti matly led to the arrest, along with other collaborating evidence." Colleagues who knew Paz expressed concern about the incident. "It's sad for someone to lose his career for any amount of money,., said Director of Student Activities Jim Bowen. "He was doing such a good job." President/Superintendent Dr. George Boggs said he feels the process took too long. "I' m amazed it took so long to act. They had the evidence," said Boggs. "'' m sorry it had to happen."

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Strawberry delight

Judi Calboun!Staff Photographer

Ruth Tait, counselor for Disabled Student Services, prepares to devour a chocolate-covered strawberry at "International Desserts Under the Dome," a Paiomar College Alumni and Associates fundraiser held on Oct. 20. Tait was a member of the OOIJlQiittee which organized the event. See related story on page three.

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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 flrstand third Tuesday of each month, 2 p.m., SU-18 Associated Student Government, Wednesdays, I p.m., SU22 Governing Board Meeting, meets second and fourth Tuesday of each month in room sse at 7 p.m. Foundation Board Meeting, Every other Thursday, 3:30 p.m., SU-22

CAMPUS CLUBS

CLASSES AND SEMINARS Planning Your Computer Investment, Sat., Nov. 16, at the Escondido Cntr. Fee: $25.

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Friends of Bill W. Meetings every Mon. and Wed. at noon in 0-11.

DEADLINES ADMISSIONS Spring Graduates. March 1, 1992 is the deadline for spring graduatation. Adding a class. Through the end of the semester, obtain both the instructor's and dean's signature. Dropping a class. Through Nov. 15, instructor signature required. From Sept. 21 through Nov. 15, a student may drop with a grade of "W" at the discretion of the instructor and only for serious and compelling reasons. Spring registration. PAR appointments and class schedules will be mailed mid-November. PAR begins the end of November. Be sure Palomar has your correct mailing address. Deadline to add a class beginning with the Spring 1992 semester. Registration for and adding classes will only be accepted through Jan. 31. Summer 1991 grades are uow available. For more information, call 7441150: Ext 2164 Admissions/Reg. Ext. 2165 RecordS/Evals.

African-American Student Alliance, Wednesday, noon, SU-18 Alpha Gamma Sigma, Monday, 10:30 a.m. and Thursday, 12:15 p.m., SU-22 American Indian Organization, meets first and third Monday of each month, SU-15 Asian/Pacific Student Union, Tuesday, 1:30 p.m., SU-17 Biosphere Club, Monday, noon, Arboretum steps. Campus Advance, Wednesday, noon, Clocktower The Connection, Friday, noon, SU-18 Fashion Club, Friday, 1 p.m., SU-22 Âˇ MEChA, Thursday, 2 p.m., SU17 N.O.W., Wednesday, 2 p.m., CSUSM has a new main telephone line, 752-4000. SU-18. Psychology Club, Friday, 1 Send News Calendar p.m., BE-6. Students for Christ, Tuesday, items to The Telescope, 11 a.m., SU-18 in care of Marina Melson, Undefeated Club, Thursday, 3 1140 West Mission p.m., SU-18

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California State University, San Marcos will be holding its fust International Festival on Oct. 27 at the temporary CSUSM campus on Los Vallecitos Bvld. The festival will begin at 11 a.m. and will feature a wide array of international arts, crafts, food, dance, and music. Musical events will range from native African sounds and Bluegrass to Japanese drumming and Middle Eastern music and dance. Local North County restaurants will offer international cuisine at the festival, and private vendors and ethnic organizations will be on hand with arts and crafts booths. Chinese Lion Dancers will kick off the celebration, followed by an opening ceremony presided over by University President Dr. Bill Stacy and featuring college faculty member Dr. Komla Amoako and Luisefio Indian elder Henry Rodriguez. The event is the result of a $500,000 endowment given to CSUSM by Itoman & Company, Ltd., a Japanese specialty trading company. The money is specifically earmarked for the production of the yearly festival. The company will present one $50,000 check each year for the next decade to fund the International Festival. Admission to the festival is free, and additional information can be obtained by calling 752-4000 or by picking up a festival program in the college's newspaper, The Pioneer.

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Patrons of Palomar, a nonprofit support organization of Palomar College, will sponsor a book sale to be held Nov. 12 from noon to 8 p.m., Nov. 13 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Nov. 14 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The sale will take place at the Student Union on the main campus. Proceeds go towards future scholarships for Palomar students.

Inter-Club Council Halloween Escape set for Thursday A LOOK AT YESTERDAYÂˇ Times have certainly changed since Palomar College introduced vending machines that supplied cigarettes to the student body ..

Don't forget to visit the ICC's Halloween Escape beginning at 9:30a.m. on Oct. 31. The festivities will occur on the lawn in front of the Student Union.

Michael Bagstad/ Photography Ediwr

Just in time for Halloween, a glistening spider web is spotted under a tree located on the north side of the main campus.

Tour Mexico with Palomar

Fightertown this weekend

Palomar College's Community Services Department will conduct a tour of "The Best of Mexico" fromJan.2toJan.13,1992.Knowledge of the Spanish language is not required. Adult participants will visit the archaeological ruins and cultural centers of Mexico City, the Yucatan Peninsula, and Oaxaca on the 12-day trip. The tour will be led by the Palomar College associate professorof behavioral science and multicultural studies, Anthony Guerra. The cost for the trip is $1,558 per person. The group will depart from the Los Angeles International Airport. A $200 deposit is requested by Nov. 1. The balance of the payment will be due by Nov. 15, and a U.S. passport will be needed. Interested persons will be able to call Community services at Ext. 2586.

Naval Air Station Miramar will be holding its Fightertown Festival on Nov. 2 from 10 am. to 6 p.m. The event is open to the public, and admission is free. Many activities for the family will be featured at the festival. Entertainment will be provided by musicians, dancers, and martial arts experts. A professional skateboard and BMX demonstration will be held, along with a remote control car demonstration. Visitors will be able to attend classiccarandF-14 Tomcat shows, along with the famous Beatlemania show. Activities for children include a petting zoo, giant slide, and kiddie rides. There will also be a carnival midway, specialty food booths, and a craft fair. NAS Miramar is accessible off of Interstate 15 at the Miramar Road exit. For information, the public may call 5374082.

Health Services aid will be limited temporarily On Monday, Oct. 21, registered nurses and medical staff will not be available after4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday; and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Services will beavailableon Wednesdays until 8:30p.m. The temporary reduction of services is due to a shortage of qualified nurses. The employment procedure is currently taking place and the regular hours will return as soon as Student Health Services attains new staff.

Reset clocks this weekend

It's time to "fall" backward! People are reminded to tum their clocksback one hour as daylightsaving time has come to an end. The official time to tum clocks back to standard time is early Sunday morning, Oct.- 27.

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Dessert-lovers storm By Roman S. Koenig Editor-in-Chief Over 100 people came to Palomar College on Oct. 20 to sample various international dessert delicacies from 14 local restaurants and bakeries. According to Palomar Chief Advancement Officer Dale Wallenius, "International Desserts Under the Dome" raised over $1,000 for the Palomar College Alumni and Associates, the college fundraising group which coordinated the event. Wallenius said the money will be placed in the organization's treasury to be earmarked for college use in the future. "It's the one big opportunity for the community to become familiar with local businesses," said Melinda Wilson, president of the Alumni and Associates. "It's very unifying." Entertainmentatthedessertfestival included music by Tracey James on piano and the jazz band Billy Hawkins and Friends, dance by the Nancy Caldwell Dancers and juggling by Shawn Colten.

According to Wilson, the eating establishments represented at the three-hour event volunteered their baked goods and time to staff tables set up in the Dome. Theonlythingthatwent against the event, however, was timing, according to Director of Public Information Mike Norton. The Escondido Street Fair was happening at the same time as "Desserts Under the Dome," and Norton said that probably drew away people. Wallenius said Tuesday, that the attendance will grow as it becomes an annual event. "When you get the sixth annual, seventh annual, lOth annual 'Desserts Under the Dome,' pretty soon you'll need to start blocking off the (college's) parking lots," he said. Community members and college staff and administration attended the event, including college Superintendent/President Dr. George Boggs and his wife Ann and former president Dr. Frederick R. Huber and his wife. Huber served as president for 13 years (see DESSERTS- page 4)

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Dale Nanninga, husband of Admissions Supervisor Sandra Nanninga, samples carrot cake from Lino's Bakery in Escondido. Right behind him is Violet Palecki, who was also sampling the cake.

Vote for Student Government treasurer put off a second time By Mark Wiberg Staff Writer The Associated Student Government president's nominee for treasurer was rejected again after a two-thirds vote was not reached Wednesday.

Erik Johnson, the ASG president, selected senator Anthony Montroy to be approved by the 11 senators. Six voted for approval of the senator, two opposed, and three abstained from the secret ballot. Before the vote, Montroy and senator Lainie Trigas gave brief

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'It's a job and you're letting your hearts get in the way.' Massimo Bordi, Student Government senator senator Lainie Trigas gave brief speeches to ASG members about their qualifications for the treasurer position. "As senator, I've proven myself," Montroy told ASG members, "I've readdressed the ATM issue and have been working to support the new student union." He cited his work on the Poway Unified School District's budget committee and his present job at First Interstate Bank. Lainie Trigas spoke to the senators after Montroy. "Although I don'thavemuchexperienceas treasurer," Trigas said, "I like challenges and I think I can do a really good job if you give me a chance." She also talked about her work on

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student councils in high school. Although Johnson has to nominate Trigas before she can be approved, she told the ASG earlier that she just wanted them to know she wanted the job. After the speeches, several senators gave their opinions before voting. "I think that Anthony is pretty well qualified," said Senator Candye Caleb. "However, the fact that Lainie' s been here for a whole year and has worked hard on this government should have some weight." Massimo Bordi, ASG senator, added his own view. "We're here to agree with Erik," he said, "It's a job and you're just letting your hearts get in the way." Reaction about the results from Trigas, Montroy and Johnson were

similar to their reactions to last week's failure to approve a treasurer. "I think the outcome was good," Trigas said. She said she was glad that senators spoke out abput their concerns. "It really got a discussion going. It opened people's eyes." Montroy said he was upset with the vote. "The fact and reality is that if you look at qualifications I'm more qualified than she is," he said. "The fact that she's been on ASG for a year is an absolutely pathetic excuse not to confirm someone who is more qualified." This Wednesday, Johnson will try a third time to get Montroy approved by the ASG. ''I'm doing what I think is best for the government," he said. ''They are voting from their heart," Johnson said, "It's not that big of an issue. They( senators) are making it a big issue." If the ASG does not approve of Johnson's pick for treasurer, then none will be appointed and Johnson said he would take on the duties.

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Comet (continued from page 1) Curb Feelers along with a rock band and an accapela singing group. Although organizers are still in the process of hiring vendors for Comet Week, Lowell Kepics, ASG senator said they'll do things a little different than last year. "They (vendors) were promised a massive turnout," Kepics said, "and lots of money. " Kepics added that any percentage of profits that vendors make will not go to Palomar. Each ven-

dor will be asked to pay $25 per day or $65 for three day for a space · on the lawn in front of the student union. Organizers say they expect the same type of vendors as last year such as jewelry, watches, crystal rocks. Several competitions are also being planned; an ice cream eating contest, video game competition and a hacky sack tournament. ASG allocated $2,000 for this year's Comet Week and Homecoming celebration. Four hundred dollars went towards the bands, while the majority of the money went to attractions that will be held on the lawn.

Closed "If I were a student (at Escondido) and I were to fmd that they're charging me $7.50 for health servicefees and (the service) closes at 1:30 p.m., I would be incensed and I would refuse to pay," Harlow said. "The only way to resolve it is to provide the services ornot charge the fee." Conway said she feels the current hours of operation best meet the needs of students by allowing SHS to provide a greater variety of low-cost services. She noted the center has been open during evening hours in the past, but services were not being utilized during that time period. "The majority of our students and our student needs are here in the daytime," she said. Student Health Services provides numerous services for students, such as health screening,

family planning, immunizations, HIV testing and substance abuse information. Specialists in the areas of dermatology, ear, nose and throat and gynecology are available by appointment. Conway said she would like to see more funds directed toward student services, and specifically would like to see an increase in salaries for nurses. She said she has had difficulty recruiting qualified nurses because "they can go to the hospitals and make at least 50 percent more [than nurses at Palomar]." The time has come for people to realign their expectations about student services with current financial situations, Conway said. She compared her position with that of Old Mother Hubbard, "The cupboard is bare, but everybody wants to have gourmet meals."

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(continued from page 3) from 1964 to 1977. W allenius said state Assemblyman Robert Frazee and his wife Dolores bought tickets, but did not attend. Dessert fare at the event ranged from petit-fares and pie from West Gin bakery in San Marcos and French cream puffs from Gaby's Bakery and Deli in Escondido to organic cakes and pastries from Three Sisters Natural and Organic Foods, also in Escondido. Various restaurants such as Baker's Square, China Wharf and theLakeSanMarcosCountryClub also offered items.

The Palomar College Cafeteria was also on hand with a secret recipe "Palomar Special" cake and hand-made chocolates and cookies, "all made by my food service people," according to Food Services Director Virginia Dower. Lino's Bakery-Deli and Catering, located in the same shopping center as the Escondido satellite campus, and Honey Buns Bakery in the Student Union on the main campus also offered various desserts for people to sample. Wallenius said the Alumni and Associates intends to hold similar events throughout the year to help raise funds for the college. "I think anytime you can make money, (an event is) successful," said Wallenius. "Especially for a

first-year event." He said events like this are good for establishing groups like the Alumni and Associates on campus. According to Wilson, the Alumni and Associates group was formed last spring to help further the college's effort to raise funds, and is "open to anyone who's interested in helping the college," she said.

"I thought it was wonderful," said Huber of the event. "I'm delighted that the alumni is taking these steps to the degree they're presently doing" to help the college. "This looks very promising. And theentertainmentwasdelightful, just delightful."

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Student government officers said in order to keep in better touch with students , they recertly purchased a stereo for t: .ctr office which will enable them to listen to Palomar's radio station KKSM. Anthony Montroy, ASG senator, said although the stereo is more of a luxury than a neccesity, it will be a definite asset to the government. Montroy said because the student government could not listen to KKSM in the office is "Perhaps it's one reason why past governments were not been in touch with the students." Montroy and Senator Lowell Coral Tree Manoz· AparTments

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Palomar Counselor Lynn Enquist made this mural for Halloween currently on display in Student Services.

If you notice any monsters walking around on campus Thursday, don't be alarmed. They are probably just Palomar students and staff. Costumes, games and food are several of the activities planned for Halloween by the Afrikan-American Student Alliance and sponsored by the Inter-Club Council. The theme of this year's Halloween Escape event is "Let's Do the Monster Mash," and CarolJohnson, president of AASA, said she thinks it will be very successful. "Generally they just have- the costume contest and music," Johnson said. "We're adding a bit more to it, getting a lot more clubs involved." Johnson said the booths,games including a ring toss and contests such as sack races will be located next to the Clock Tower.

Johnson said games and videos related to Mexico's celebration of Halloween will be sponsored by MEChA. Participants involved in games directly sponsored by ICC will be awarding free coupons from Burger King and McDonalds, Johnson said. Robert Jenkins, vice-president of AASA, added that EOPS will be sponsoring a ring-toss game and bean bag toss. He said all that they require is one can of food for their food pantry or 50 cents. Halloween Escape will also include several food booths, including a fry-bread sale and candied apples, said Johnson. The day also includes the annual costume contest. The contest takes place at 12:30 p.m. and includes student and staff judges. Johnson said this Halloween celebration will give students a chance to enjoy themselves. The Halloween Escape activities will be between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. this Thursday, Oct. 31.

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Students will soon have a safe bus stop Dear Editor: In response to the students who want a safer bus stop, we're all in luck. As a member of the Facilities Planning Committee I have seen the plans for the new transit center and I can tell you not only will it be safe, but it will be a great place to catch a bus going anywhere in north county. The transit center will be located in the front portion of the campus attached to the new parking lot being built next to the theater. Of course, with all good things, one must be patient. The parking lot, along with the transit center are scheduled to be completed by spring of 1992; hopefully, there will be no delays. This new transit center will give us all a great opportunity to do our part in reducing air pollution as well as easing the parking crunch on campus. I myself ride a motorcycle and take the bus when it rains, and occasionally I enjoy riding my bicycle to school. I encourage everyone to use the bus system or car pool whenever possible. It really helps. Paul Alexander Raineri Vice-President, Associated Student Government

Thomas confirmation a terrifying message Dear Editor: The appointment of Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court sends a terrifying message to all women. Confirming the judge, in spite of Anita Hill's sexual harrassment charges, tells a woman that no matter how credible a witness she may be, no matter how distinguished and respected her position in society, she will still be disbelieved when she comes forward with sexual harrassment allegations. The judge's confmnation sets women back 50 years and allows sexual harrassment in the workplace and in society to continue. As long as there are no "eyewitnesses," men can verbally abuse women, and maybe even aspire to hold public office in spite of it. Women'sreproductiverightsareatstake with a man like Thomas on the court, as well. We may as well get barefoot, pregnant and back in the kitchen where men like Clarence Thomas think we belong. The most horrifying aspect of his confmnation is that whether Clarence Thomas was guilty or innocent, the American people were willing to take a chance. These allegations were so heinous and revolting, yet naive Americans were willing to take that risk. God help any of us who may come across sexual harrassment in the workplace or oth~rwise. And forget affirmative action and equal opportunities. Ifl ever have to stand before the honorable judge, I am certain my pleas for equality will fall on deaf, unsympathetic ears. Candye Caleb Associated Student Government senator

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That5 How I See It Amelia Bowles the bees refuse to quit. Then in desperation you give up, throwing everything into the trash where naturally another set of bees is waiting. Is there no solution to the problem? Probably not. We can't use pesticides because the environmentalists would com plain and the animal rights activists would be all over us for cruelty to animals. No, with our own fierce determination we'll tough it out 'cause it's the American way and wait until winter sets in. That's when the bees all migrate to Arizona. They're probably Arizona bees to begin with as everyone knows that the people from Arizona are experts at migrating. Especially to Southern California.

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"I like going around with my mom to peoples' houses. I am going to be Superman."

"I like the candy. I don't know what I am going to be."

"I like going to church and winning prizes. I am going to be a fairy princess."

"I like getting candy the best, and I am going to wear a ninja costume."

(And what are you going to be?)

"I like ballerinas the best; I am going to be one for Halloween."

(Photos by Michael Bagstad)

(Children from the Palomar College Child Development Center)

Feature 7 The Telescope

Friday, October 25 , 1991

The S. D. County Works Project Program is cleaning up at Palomar By Sara Skol Staff Writer The parking lots may be empty, but Palomar is still a busy place on the weekends. When the students leave, the weekend maintenance crews move in and spruce up the campus. They do every type of maintenance work possible, including painting classrooms and curbs, watering and weeding the landscaping, and cleaning up campus classrooms and facilities. These behind-the-scenes workers are part of the Vista and San Diego County Works Project Program. Most of the participants are providing a comunity service to pay off misdemeanors and Driving Under the Influence offenses. Jim Williamson, weekend supervisor of buildings and grounds who is also the work site surpervisor for the S.D.County Work Project Program , said that "this [program] is good because of the budget crunch." California is suffering from education budget cuts which have greatly affected Palomar. Williamson explained that the weekend work project is great for the college because the maintenance work on campus that needs to be done is done for free. All Palomar has to do is furnish workman's compensation and other insurance.

Weekend facilities supervisor Jim Williamson (far right),with his crew during lunch. Williamson said that the Vista work-release weekend program was started over a year ago but has really become effective in the last four months when the San Diego County Works project started. "We have 85 percent men and 15 percent women." About 10 to 12 of these workers are not volunteers of the works project program, but regular employees of the school, such as Gilda Williamson, who just last Saturday was laying carpet in the AA building. Herculano Garcia, who has been on the weekend work detail for a year and a half,

' These people do the work that can't be done during the week with all the students around' Jim Williamson, program director (left)Gilda Williamson lays carpet in the AA building, she is an employee of the school who does maintenance work on the weekends. (right)A community service worker and his friends, all from the San Diego County Works Project program, sweep up parking lot 5 on a Saturday afternoon.

Photos by Michael Bags tad

and Hueng Nguyen, were painting a door frame in the same building. They are also employees of the school. Williamson said that there are not enough full-time workers to do all the work, so having the weekend workers has helped in getting it completed. "We started out with 10 weekend workers and now we're up to about 50. I would like to get the weekend force up to 75," Williamson said. "These people do work that can't be done during the week with all the students around," he added.

Williamson said he tries to match the worker to the job, "I try to find out what people do normally. I put a painter on a painting job and an electrician on an electrician's job. People without skills do manual labor." Williamson said most of the program's participants were not aware of how large the Palomar campus really was until they began workinghere. Headdedthatmany of the workers have gone on to become students at Palomar. "We treat these people like employees," said Williamson. He also said that people from many professions such as pilots, doctors, and lawyers have been weekend workers at Palomar. Gary Spears is in charge of the group that cleans and stripes the parking lots. He teaches and helps the new volunteers learn how to paint the curbs and parking lots. One of the volunteers explained that normally the community service workers get a choice of working with Caltrans on the highway or working at Palomar. All workers in his detail agreed that Palomar was their first choice. The young man, who refused to be identified because he "knows a lot of people who are students at Palomar," said he was working off a 20-day sentence for a DUI, although most participants only have four or five days of weekend work.

ArtfiEntertainment 8 The Telescope

MUSIC ON CAMPUS Palomar College Performing Arts Department Fall 1991 Concert Hour. Concerts are every Thursday from !2:30p.m. to 1:30p.m. in the Performance Lab (D-10). Admission is free; community members, staff and students are welcome. Call7441150 Ext. 2317 or 2316 for further information. Oct. 31- Steven Shick (contemporary percussion) Nov. 7- Laurie Romero (soprano) Nov. 14- Palomar Concert Choir & Chamber Singers The Palomar Chorale, conducted by David Chase, will perform Mendelson, Bach and Mozart on Oct. 26 and 27 .For tickets, contact the box office at 744-0136. Spectrum, Palomar College Performing Arts Department's pop jazz singers will perform on Tuesday, Oct. 29. The concert will be at noon in the cafeteria and is free of charge.

PERFORMING

ARTS ON CAMPUS Wind in the Willows, a musical written by Douglas Post and directed by Monica Walsvik opens Nov. 16 and will run through the 17, 22, 23, and the 24. For tickets and further information contact the Palomar College Theatre box office at 744-0136.

Friday, October 25, 1991

OFF CAMPUS

The Original Camedy Nite in Oceanside is holding its first annual talent search. Aspiring comedians can enter by sending in their best three minute routine on videotape. All tapes must be received by Nov. 15. The tapes will judged by a celebrity panel and the winner will be booked on stage at the club. For further information call757-2177. Dracula the play opens Oct. 25 and will run until Oct. 27 at the Spreckels Theater in San Diego. For further information contact the California Ballet Centre at 267-4761.

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Have you been to a junkyard up, it's the only cafe in all lately? You have if you've been to of San Diego County that the Metaphor Coffeehouse in Es- actually has a cover charge condido. on a Saturday night. WhoThe Metaphor is truly unique ever heard of a cover charge among coffeehouse styles. It looks to drink coffee? Owner Jim as if the owner put little effort into Nemish told me that makconstructing the cafe. There's a lot ing money was not a major of "stuff' on the walls, some of it factor in opening the cafe art, some of it posters, photographs but there's a sign on the and pretty much anything else that wall that says, "All cuscan possibly drape these walls. It's tomersmustobserveatwo put there in no apparent order, it's drink minimum." However, there is one just cluttered on the walls likefour huge collages. Looking at the walls thing Nemish is adamant about, can cause a sort of cafflene confu- and that's enforcing a drug and sion. alcohol-free crowd in the cafe. A In the front room, there are a few fairly l~ge sign on the front winplastic chairs and tables and a tall, dow reads, "No Drugs, No Booze, old bookshelf which is also clut- No Bozos." Nemish wants to tered with all sorts of peculiarities. present a safe environment for his The room, with its dirty walls and customers, a place people will refluorescent lighting, resembles a spect. He stressed that, "no one's cafeteria. The dimly lit back room . gonna get killed from drinking and has a small wooden stage with an driving after leaving my place." old drum set and an out-of-tune piano. The coffee menu at the Meta- Âˇ At the Metaphor, you will see phor is really unusual. They have many of the same people there ev- coffee drinks that no one has ever ery night. There's a clan that hangs heard ofbefore such as a Gleaming out at this cafe and everyone knows Melvin (French iced triple everyone else, it's like living in a espresso), a Zinger (espresso and small town. They are a friendly coffee), and a French Kiss (it degroup of people and are the reason pends on the coffee maker's mood, that this cafe is still in business. anything goes). The coffees aren't But it shouldn't be too difficult as robust and flavorful as most for the Metaphor to keep profits gourmets, but they aren't terrible

ON CAMPUS Palomar College Boehm Gallery presents "Correct Art," an exhibit from the California State Arts-in-corrections program. The collection is an exhibitof works by inmates, teachers and administrators of the program. The exhibit opens tonight and will run until Nov. 13. For futher information contact the gallery at 744-1150 Ext. 2304.

Corby's Cafe Review

MOVIES ON CAMPUS Thursday Night Fall Movie Series at Palomar College. Movies are shown Thursdays at 7 p.m. in P-32. Admission is free. Oct. 31- Madame Sousatzka (U.S.A. 1988)- Director John Schlesinger shows off Shirley Maclaine's talents in the tender and outrageous story of a passionate music teacher.

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By Mark Wiberg Staff Writer Chances are you have met his friends, Carrie, Christine and also his dog, Cujo. Now, in his latest book, Stephen King welco}TieS you to a store that offers everything. For a price, of course. What price the citizens of fictional Castle Rock will pay is the central theme in King's latest horror novel, "Needful Things". It is centered around one man's efforts to destroy the small town. The story picks up immediately and doesn't stop. The first half of the book details the small feuds between members of the community. But soon enough, with the he I p of storeowner, Leland Gaunt, the rivalries explode. Throughout the book, the reader

Corby Stutzman either. The Met also offers pastries, quiche and a popular lasagna dish. The people who serve the food and coffee are all very friendly and full of conversation. The Metaphor, unlike most coffeehouses, has live quality music every night of the week. The Metaphor is defmitely the best cafe to visit if you're looking for live music. Each night of the week is set for a different style of music. All bands play for free, the Metaphor offers no payment. A monthly calender can be picked up in the cafe. The Metaphor is the only cafe in inland North County and some people say this is one of the reasons it does such good business. Greg Osborn, a Palomar student, gave another reason, "Great music, great people, great fun."

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is filled in on the history and happenings of the town. This gives new King fans a grasp of what is happening and why. Although this may seem like just one of hundreds of Stephen King novels, "Needful Things" is unique in one way: it is the last Castle Rock story. Castle Rock is the fictional setting for other King books such as "Cujo," ''The Dark Half' and the novella "Sun Dog." The movie "Stand By Me" (based on his short story, The Body) also took place in Castle Rock. All of the Castle Rock books are referred to more than once, making this book serve almost like a sequel to several stories. New fans will be given the scoop of Castle Rock's gossip while they read this book. They will be able to

enjoy the story lineandatthesame time be given a brief history of the small town. MostreadersmaythinkofKing as only a horror writer who scribbles out pages of terror. But "NeedfulThings"proves thatheis a storyteller as well. In the book, King is able to draw people into the characters' lives and dilemmas, making the reader wanting to read more. The number of Castle Rock characters can get a bit confusing and unfortunately the 690 pages does not leave enough room to develop them as much as other books of his has done in the past. "Needful Things" is this year's annual Stephen King book. And at $25, this is one bargain even Leland Gaunt couldn't resist.

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Women's v'ball sweep past Spartans

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By Salvador Marquez Sports Writer

Out of Leftfield

' Against the Southwestern Apaches, on Oct. 17, the Palomar's women's volleyball team made an important adjustment - move outside hitterS tacee Alexander to the middle. It has produced some devastating results. After downing the Apaches, the Comets went on to trounce the MiraCosta Spartans 15-5, 15-9, 15-2, last Friday. "Stacee Alexander has been a strong force for our team," said head coach Teri McFarland. Amanda Senk, who had eight kills against the Spartans, and Lisa Pitcher, with six service aces, rotate with Katie Senk and AlissaJ enkins at the outside hitter's positions. According to McFarland, the key to the Comets' 7-2 start (3-1 in the Orange Empire conference) is its services and accuracte passing. Palomar will need to shore up its blocking, says McFarland, when it faces conference power Grossmont, Oct. 31, at the Dome.

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Protesters give Braves the ax The current flap over the Atlanta Braves' "tomahawk chop" must have been initiated by Dodger fans; embittered and scarred for life because of their team's choke in the last weeks of this season. For those of you who were in Upper Volta for the summyr, the "tomahawk chop" is the Braves answer to the wave. The chop is an up-and-down motion with the arm resembling hatchet work. Various Native-American groups (trueblue Dodger fans to the core) are protesting the use of the name "Braves" and the chop brought a pennantto Atlanta. It's their opinion the image of the whooping Indian is a stereotyped portrayal of Native-Americans. What these groups don't understand is that team names need to inspire a sense of primal fear. Sports like baseball need the flair that names like "Braves," "Yankees" and "Padres" bring. Beside, imagine how wide the jersey would be for" Atlanta Native-Americans." Things could be worse. Imagine having the San Diego State University Aztecs as the only sports team with your cultural identity. This perpetual second-division school defmitely grades its talent on a low curve. Out of frustration I'll scream out, "Why did we have to lose that war with the Spaniards." Every time I see a Taco Bell or a Pace salsa commercial, I lament my forefathers losing the war with those Yanqui invaders. It's then when I realize a good number of teams are named after vanquished foes. The Spartans, the Indians, the Kings (any real kings around anymore?); they all have been suppressed. Of course the Trojans' name - given they're from USC- probably derives from condoms, not the people of Troy. Unbelievable but true: the Comets football team trounced four California top-ten teams in a row, but are only ranked seventh in the state. What does Palomar have to do- whip the Chargers?

Comets Home Games Tomorrow---Football--Southwestern-1:30 p.m.*

TUesday-------Women's Soccer-Orange Coast-3:30p.m.

Wednesday-Âˇ- - Men's Soccer-Imp. Valley-3:15p.m. Women's V'ball-- Grossmont--7:00p.m. Wrestling---Golden West---7:30p.m.

* All Comets home football games are at Excalibur Field, San Marcos High School.

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Stacee Alexander (jumping) and Lisa Pitcher (8) reach for the block against the Mira Costa Spartans. The Comets swept Mira Costa, at the Dome, on Oct. 18

Alexander, with 17 -kill and 9-kill performances, has paced the Women's volleyball team after switching from outside to middle hitter.

Comets stomp Rustlers, impr_ove to 7th in state By Sean Dean Sports Writer

The Palomar College football team jumped out to a 28-7 lead, then hung on for 28-21 victory over highly ranked Golden West College last Saturday night. The Comets ranked No. 10 in the nation and No. 7 in the state going into the game . improved their record to 5-1. The Rustlers who were ranked No. 16 in the nation and No.8 in the state, fell to their first defeat and are now 4-1 Palomar was led for the fourth straight week by their big playmaker, quarterback Andy Loveland. Loveland, a San Pasqual alum, connected on 28 of 38 passes for 243 yards, and a 15 yard touchdown toss to wide receiver Myron Wise. A key to the Comets success on the field was the big pass receiving of Wise and Jerry Garrett who both had seven catches to lead

the Comet air attack. Receiver and back-up quarterback "Choo Choo" Walker had five receptions of his own. Another big key to Palomar's victory was "our running game," said quarterback Andy Loveland. "They did a real good job when they were called on." Sophomore Erik Johnson a starting offensive guard for Comets was in agreement with Loveland. "We were going against a defense that was the best against stopping the run, and our running backs stuck it to them." Palomar scored three touchdowns by virtue of the run. Leading the rushing attack for the Comets was running back Billy Sims, who scored from four yards out. Also scoring rushing touchdowns were Oceanside alum Jerry Garrett, and Marcus Coffer. They both scored from one yard out The Comets return home this Saturday to take on the (3-3) Apaches of Southwestern

College. The Apaches are led by quarterback and former Chula Vista standout, Derek Chapman. Game time for this match up of Mission Conference Southern Division rivals is 1:30 p.m. at San Marcos High School.

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P-- Wise 15 pass from Loveland (kick failed) P-- Sims 4 run (Tupolo run) GW-- Kulkhoff 18 pass from Shipp (Klein kick) P-- Garrett 1 run (Napier kick) P-- Coffer 1 run (Napier kick) GW-- Kulkhoff 40 pass from Shipp (klein kick) GW-- Kulkhoff 2 pass from Shipp (Klein kick)

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Friday, October 25, 1991

All-State lineman Tamasi Amituanai anchors Palomar's 'Samoan Nightmare'defense Story by Salvador Marquez

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he Comets are on one side of the football, its foe is on the other. Both sides have clear objectives- to move that football, but in opposite directions.

Surrounding that ball are 14 behemoths in an area called "The Pit." Most of the 14 are at least 250 pounds and over 6 feet tall, but one player stands alone at 6 feet, 3 inches tall, 315 pounds -big number 56, defensive tackle Tamasi Amituanai. The ball is snapped and the defense begins to chase its prey, the ball carrier. The defensive ends,Peau A toe and Mino Faletoi, flush their target inside - right into the enveloping arms of Amituanai. Palomar's defense, nicknamed ."The Samoan Nightmare," has caused another restless night. "Tamasi plays a big role in our defense because he's the only guy with the size, as well as the speed and the agility, to help out with our front line," said linebacker AI Aliipule, a mainstay of the "Nightmare" defense. "Alotofourfrontline plays are based around his position." All-state defensive tackle Amituanai is literally in the middle of a whirlwind football season that may see Palomar on top of the rankings in California, possibly the country. The biggest lineman of Palomar's front four, he is used to being singled out. Living under a microscope has been his

Photos by Michael Bagstad calling card. Born ifl Okinawa to a military family, Amituanai towered over most japanese locals and fellow Amnericans at the base. When his father transferred state-side, Amituanai attended and starred at Vista High School, a traditional San Diego section powerhouse. Earning All-American honors at Vista,

'It still sticks in my mind. In a w_ay I still play for him. I

Tamasi Amituanai on the death of his first cousin Sal Aunese Amituanai entertained offers from Washington, Nebraska, Miami, Arizona and Colorado Universities- and chose the school in Boulder, Colorado. Having never seen snow before may have been one of the reasons why he chose Colorado University, but the most compelling reason was his first cousin, starting Buffalo quarterback Sal Aunese. Aunese, a quarterback at Vista when Amituanai was a freshman, inspired the '89 Buffaloes to the Orange Bowl with his battle with stomach and lung cancer. Inspired by their stricken leader, the team, the Boulder community and the rest of the nation were

At 6 feet 3 inches tall and 315 pounds, Amituanai solidifies the middle of Palomar's defensive line. He's usually surrounded by defensive ends Peau A toe and Mino Faletoi , and Don Alii pule at the other defensive tackle spot.

In an Oct. 18 game, Amituanai (56) and outside linebacker AI Aliipule (34) swarm the Pasadena City College ball carrier for a loss. Aliipule, also a transfer from a four-year school, credits Amituanai's athleticism for Palomar's successful defense, nicknamed 'The Samoan Nightmare.' The defense has been a key for the Comets' 5-l start.

united by the hope that upstart team represented. "He was soft-spoken, well-known and wellrespectedÂˇ by the people over there," said Amituanai of his first cousin. In mid-season, however, Aunese lost the fight with cancer and died. Among the rest of his male relatives in black "lava-lavas" (cloth sarongs), Amituanai buried his first cousin with a red lei and a woven straw blanket on his coffin as they sang "I've Got Peace like a River in My Soul." But the peace didn't stay for long. Lost in a foreign place, Amituanai red-shirted (the practice of practicing with a team only to preserve eligibility) the year. "I felt lonely," said Amituanai. "It hurt that I couldn 'tdo anything about it. I was therein his closing moments. "It still sticks in my mind, right now. In a way, I play for him." A entire nation mourned, but the sight of the complete Buffalo squad kneeling and pointing to the sky in tribute to Aunese intimidated their foes, heartened a nation. But in the shadows of the spotlight, there was a dark undercurrent of racism. "People were kind of racist over there," said Amituanai. "When you were on the field, all the fans loved you, but when you got off the field, it was totally different. That's what shocked me." He remembers when he would receive all

{see AMITUANAI - page 11)

Friday, October 25, 1991

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Martin O'Neil continues to roll, while the others are in a dog-fight for second. Last week's guest Tom Craft had a 2-2 record. This week's guest is Associated Student Government President Erik Johnson.

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Off the field, Amituanai is a 'gentle giant,' not a 'Nightmare.'

Amituanai (continued from page 10) sorts of praise in practice by people who would spot Amituanai later in town and ask, "What's he doing here?" He began to ponder that question as well. With his first cousin gone and a hostile environment, Amituanai felt the pressure to leave the snowy mountains of Colorado. Even head coach Bill McCartney was a frustration. McCartney, by Amituanai's description, was a deeply committed Christian- but not a coach who a player could sit down with comfortably and talk with. Amituanai eventually became disenchanted with Colorado altogether. Having arrived to Palomar last year, and leading the Comets to a Hall of Fame Bowl

victory, Amituanai has found a niche in San Marcos, more of a racial melting pot than Boulder. Head coach Tom Craft is more approachable than McCartney, says Amituanai, who sees more playing time with the Comets than he did with the Buffaloes. "I've had a lot of Division One players come back to the program here at Palomar," said head coach Tom Craft. "Almost all of them have said that football has become fun again." A CrirninalJ ustice major, Amituanai plans to become a probation officer later in life. While no doubt giving new meaning to deterrent force, he knows that he'll earn a name in football. "If we're a 'Nightmare' to anybody's offense, we'll take it," said Amituanai. "We need to start making a name for itself- and not just for the Samoan guys at Palomar. I think it's a great name."

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