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Friday, October 8, 1993
Palomar Community College
San Marcos ,CA
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Volume 47, Number 5
Renaissance Faire here soon
INSIDE
By Judy Erickson
rJ NEWS
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•The new Faculty Diversity Coordinator draws strength and experience from her life to help spread diversity at Palomar. see page 4
•Do you have a complaint about a campus incident? A new student grievance policy is in the works which would facilitate filing a redress. see page 5
rJ OPINION •Religion and science go head to head in a heated debate over the controversial issue of creationism being taught in public schools. see page 6
rJ A&E • Are you a vinyl fanatic? As you've probably noticed, it has become increasingly harder to find your favorite album on viny., but there ar some places that still carry them, at a price. see page 9
Heather Bass/Editor-in-Chief
Student Dennis Bolling donned classic garb on Wednesday during the Club Days festivities. Bolling was promoting the upcoming San Marcos Renaissance Faire.
Lords and ladies will enjoy a jousting good time reenacting days of yore at the lOth annual Renaissance Faire in San Marcos. The San Marcos Chamber of Commerce and VisiLOrs Information Center present the event three consecutive weekends starting this week. Renaissance costumed musicians, jugglers and pranksters will stroll the fair grounds and provide continuous entertainment on three stages. Period games include archery, fencing, jousting and mock combat. Knights will joust in "The War" which begins at 5 p.m. each day of the fair. Storytellers, puppeteers and fantasy face painters will also entertain the children. Visitors can barter at the market place with medieval artisans, including blacksmiths, pewterers, calligraphers, artists, woodcutters, jewelers and weavers . Foods prepared from ancient recipes include turkey legs, spun sugar, steak on a stick, truffles, meat pies and tarts. Amateur photographers may com pete in the photo contest by taking shots at the event. The winning photos will appear on next year's fair's pamphlet. Costumes and masks will also be judged. Gates open at 10 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 9-10, 16-17 and 23-24. To get there, take highway 78, exit Twin Oaks Valley Road, head south and follow the signs. Adult price is $8; children 7-12 get in for $3 and those under 6 are free. For information, call the chamber at 744-1270.
Student Union may be renovated
rJ SPORTS The announcement of Michael Jordan's sudden retirement shocked the world. Read about it in Kris Pope's column. see page 10
The football team's last second victory over El Camino College kept their national title hopes alive. see page 11
Project entai Is $1 fee increase By John Conzemius
Staff Writer Calling Palomar College's existing Student Union inadequate to accommodate the college's 22,550 students, members of the Associated Student Government have introduced a plan to renovate the gathering place. The plan, entitled the "Student Union Referendum" would raise student's tuition fees by $1 per unit to pay for the renovation
and remodeling of the Student Union, with a cap of $10 per student Students enrolled at Palomar's Escondido satellite location would be exempted from the fee. ASG Senator Jenni Naegele complained that the Student Union's atmosphere was too noisy and crowded, especially for students who wanted to study. "(The Student Union's) Study Hall is kind of a joke," she said. "With its hard floor and entrance and exit, it is nearly impossible to concentrate there." ASG President Denny Ngo told The Telescope that despite this semester's drop in enrollment, the growth of the student body over the past five years necessitates the reno-
vation of the Student Union. Ngo said, "We envision a student union accessible to the students. It would also serve as an ideal location for students to participate in multi-cultural events." The Student Union Referendum requires atleast20 percent of the student body (about 4,510 students) to vote and for it to pass by a two-thirds majority, a proposition which might be a long-shot, considering Palomar's history of poor election tum-outs. The prospect of students agreeing to a fee increase left at least one student doubtful of the success of the referendum.
•See RENOVATION, page 5
RTV Students stage fake disasters in class excercise By Bjarne Olsen
Staff Writer Three radio and television students put a new twist to a class exercise last week, which almost got them in serious trouble. The exercise entailed covering a series of mock disasters developed by radio and television teacher Rob Branch to teach students of his RTV 140 class how to react and report during a real life news story. Students had one hour to get the information, develop the story and get it out over Palomar's KKSM radio. Three students, Natasha Allen, Nick
Miller and Julie Kramer, were repOrting a "plane crash" on campus, when they came up with a way to distract the person who was playing the law enforcement officer in the scenario. According to Branch, one of the student reporters faked an asthma attack in order to get the story. She began to act as if she were hyperventilating and going into some sort of respiratory attack. "In the real world, reporters are going to hit brick walls when covering a story. That wall is usually law enforcement," said Branch. "I guess they just over empathized," he added.
Witnesses said that while the two female reporters were distracting the officer, the other one went around and cornered a witness for an interview. Branch, who was observing the exercise along with others, thought that the attack was real. He was understandably worried and called Student Health Services in order to try and get some oxygen for the apparent victim. "It was more of a parental concern," he said. "I really worry about my students." Mterward, when Branch found out the attack had been staged, he was not happy. "At first, I was really pissed off. If they
would have tried that in the real world, they would have been arrested." Later, Branch said he realized that he did tell his students to use their imagination, and that it would be unethical to be angry with them for just doing what they were told. "It was a fortunate-unfortunate incident," Branch remarked, "They learned. They learned the hard way, but they learned." The lesson he said the students received was not to go lO extremes while covering something newsworthy. Branch summed it up easily, "Get the story, but don't give your teacher a heart attack!"
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US BEAT MEETINGS GOVERNMENT Associated Student Government, Wednesdays at 1 p.m. in SU22 Faculty Senate Meeting, Mondays at 2 p.m. in SU-30 Foundation Board Meeting, Every other Thursday at 3:30p.m. in SU-22 Governing Board Meeting, Meets second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in sse. Inter-Club Council, Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. in SU-18 President's Advisory Council Meeting, Meets the flrst and third Tuesday of each month at 2 p,m. in SU-18
CAMPUS CLUBS Afrikan-American Student Alliance, Wednesdays at noon in SU-22 Alpha Gamma Sigma, Mondays at 5:30p.m. in SU-18, W ednesdays at 12 p.m. in SU-18, Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in SU-18 Bible Study, Wednesdays at noon in A-14 Business Club/ Phi Beta Lambda, Wednesdays at 1 p.m. in SU18 The Connection, Fridays at noon in SU-22 Criminal Justice Club, Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. in ES-21 The Cultural Club, Wednesdays at 1 p.m. in SU-15 The Earth Club, Thursdays at noon at the Clocktower EOPS, meeting time TBA FRATSO, Every other Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Q-1 Friends of Bill W, Mondays at noon in SU-22 Gay and Lesbian Association, Tuesdays at 3:30p.m. in SU-17 Geology Club, Every other Wednesday at 4:30p.m. in ES-10 LDSSA, Fridays at 7 a.m. in LDS Institute MEChA, Wednesdays at 5:30p.m. in SU-16 Native American Student Alliance, Mondays and Fridays at 1 p.m. and Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in SU-15 Phi Rho Pi, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m. in SC-4&5 Photography Club, First Tuesday of every month at noon in the photography room Pre-Physical Therapy Club, Last Wednesday of the month at noon in SU-22 Psychology Club/ Psi Beta, Last Wednesday of the month at 12 p.m. in SU-22 Rascals, Fridays at 12 p.m., Monday at 12:30 p.m. in SU-18 Single Parent's Club, Tuesdays at 1 p.m. in SU-22, Thursdays at 1 p.m. in SU-15 Undefeated Club, Wednesdays at 2 p.m. in DSPS offlce Veterans Club, meeting schedule TBA
DEADLINES ADMISSIONS Adding a class: through the end of the semester. Only registration i'1 short term, late start, or open-entry/ open-exit classes is permitted. Instructor signature is required if class is closed. Auditing a class: Instructor signature required on green application for audit form. There is no deadline for original registration under audit status. Dropping a class: this can be done through Nov. 11 with a grade of "W' at discretion of instructor. Instructor's signature required. Students may not drop a course from Nov. 15 through the end of the semester. Spring! Summer Grades: are not automatically mailed. Grades are available with PIC Card at new self-serve computer stationsd Spring 1994 Registration: Intent to register cards were mailed to continuing students on Sept. 30. Return in person between Oct. 4 and Oct. 21 to receive Spring '94 appointment and class schedule in November. Spring Students: Applications for flrst-time students for the Spring 1994 semester will be accepted beginning Oct. 4.
SERVICES HOURS Fall Tutoring: Mon.- Thurs. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fri. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Library/ Media Center: Mon. -Thurs. 7:30a.m. to 9 p.m. Fri. 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Student Health Services: San Marcos campus hours are Mon. Thurs. 7 a.m.to 7 p.m. Fri. 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Escondido campus hours are Mon. -Thurs. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tues.- Thurs. 4:30p.m. to 8:30p.m. Closed on Fridays. Send news calendar items to The Telescope in care of Campus Beat, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos , CA 92069.
Honor Society seeks members Palomar's honor society, Alpha Gamma Sigma, is asking instructors to help recruit new members. Instructors that help AGS's recruitment efforts will get a free cup of coffee or muffln delivered to them. Alpha Gamma Sigma membership opportunities include scholarships, recognition on theN ational Dean's List, service awards and gaining leadership abilities. AGS meetings are Mondays at 5:30p.minSU-17, Wednesdays at noon and Thursdays at12:30 p.m. in SU-18. For information, call 631-1603 or 726-1253.
-Francis Crowley
Photo class offered as late start workshop Photography 197, Selected Topics in Photography: Landscapes of the High Sierras, will be offered as a late start three-day workshop from Oct. 8-10. The class will travel by carpool to the Sierras and visitMt. Whitney, Sabrina Lake, Mono Lake and surrounding areas. Students are responsible for food, lodging and travel expenses. Participants are required to attend overview class meetings, inthe-fleld lectures and photo shoots and a flnal review meeting. At the conclusion of the class students are required to tum in a written paper and a selection of photos. Interested students should contact J. Thomas Young at ext. 2386.
-Brian Wallace
Business center to host seminar The flrst seminar at Palomar College's new business resource center in the Escondido satellite center will be Oct. 16. The Young Entrepreneurs Seminar (YES) will show young entrepreneurs how to successfully start and operate their own business through three30-minute workshops with topics that range from accounting and marketing to legal aspects for small businesses. The seminar, sponsored by the Small Business Administration, Phi Beta Lambda and the resource center, will feature keynote speakers such as Darrell Issa, president and chief. executive offlcer of Directed Electronics, Inc. Directed Electronics is the nation's largest manufacturer of automotive security products located in Vista and was founded by Issa at the age of 28. Other speakers will include Bonnie Ann Dowd, associate professor of business education, and Darlene McKinnon, assistant district director of the SBA. Similar seminars are being held throughout the country during October.
Heather Bass/Editor-in-Chief
Blood Bank technician Arthur McKissick oversees student Daren Reese who donated blood on Tuesday in the Student Union. The seminar will conclude with a panel discussion featuring four local successful business owners. Pre-registration by Oct. 13 is $10 per person and checks should be mailed to the Palomar College Business Club, 1140 W. Mission Road, San Marcos, CA 92069. Registration after the deadline or on the day of the seminar is $15. YES is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the satellite center, 1951 E. Valley Pkwy., in Escondido. For information about the business center and operation hours, call 744-1150 ext. 2495.
-Roger Fregoso
Career Info Conference slated for Wed. The Palomar College Placement Center will host its annual popular outdoor event which brings employers to campus and offer students career opportunities. Career Information Conference day will be Oct. 13 from 9:30a.m. to 1 p.m. on the lawn between the Student Union and Student Services Building. A wide variety of area employers will be present at this conference to discuss career opportunities within theircompaniesoragencies. The employers will also advise students and members of the community on the types of educational preparation needed to obtain employment in their specific field. Some employers attending the conference will be actively recruit-
ing for current openings. Among the employers scheduled to attend are Bank of America, Cal ifomia State Parks Department, the City of Escondido, Dimension Cable, Internal Revenue Service, Nordstrom, Petco, Tri City Medical Center, United Parcel Services and Hewlett Packard. For information, contact the placement offlce at 744-1150 ext. 2363.
-Roger Fregoso
Library greets Halloween with spooky exhibit An exhibit of "Things That Go Bump in the Night" will haunt the Palomar College library during the entire month of October. To celebrate the spirit of Halloween, on display at the library will be Halloween collectibles, battery-operated toys, books on magicians and witchcraft, noisemakers, postcards and haunted house stories, said librarian Alexis Ciurczak. The display includes best-costume trophies awarded to library staff from the college's yearly Halloween costume contests. Winning props and pictures from past Halloweens in the library will also be featured. _ The exhibit, located on the second floor of the library, is free and open to the public: Library hours are: Monday through Thursday, 7:30a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 7:30 a.n. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
-Roger Fregoso
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NEWS Anti-Voucher rally warns of budget woes Teachers' union rep leads rally protesting voucher initiative By Roger Fregoso Campu~
Beat Editor
Not too many Palomar students showed much interest in the most con trover sial miti atl ve on November's special election ballot. Only a handful turned out Wednesday morning for a rally to protest Proposition 174, the Parental Choice in Education Initiative. Sponsored by the Associated Student Government, the rally was held to inform students of Prop. 174, which Californians will vote on Nov. 2. A table with antivoucher initiative flyers was set up to give students background information on the voucher initiative and on how Palomar College would suffer from a successful proposition. Ifitpasses, Prop.174 would give parents vouchers worth about $2,600 for use toward tuition at any California school, including private schools. In a statement released by the State Chancellor's Office, a successful initiative means there would be a substantial loss of funds at the community college level. The fi-
nancial data was obtained from an analysis prepared by the State Senate Office of Research. The chancellor's office reports that if all students now enrolled in a private school were to receive a voucher, the loss of funding under Prop. 98 would be $2.7 billion. The community college share of that would be $297 million, which is approximatelty 11.8 percent of theCaliforniacommunitycolleges' operating budget for 1993- 1994. In another scenario, if private school students and 10 percent of public school students receive a voucher, the loss to the state's community college system is estimated at $528 million, which is 21.1 percent of the operating budget. Speaking to about 10 students in front of him with the possibility of others on the lawn by the Student Union listening, California Teachers Association member Tom Conry said the proposition would ruin the education system. "It seems to me that the proponents feel they need to destroy the school system with this initiative before they can fix it," he said. "We don't need my and your
Odd man out at the rally, CollegeRepublican clu b member Rick Barajas (right) gives Pro Prop 174 tax dollars going into (private) schools. The public has a right to know how that money is spent but Prop. 174 prohibits that," said Conry. Associated Student Govern-
pamphlets to (left) ASG Vice President of State Affairs Jim Coyle and Senator Heather Martonik
ment Vice President of State Affairs Jim Coy le agreed with Conry, citing reasons that would affect Palomar. He said Prop.l74 would not help the community college system and that it could raise stu-
dent fees again. "Palomar can't afford to lose any more money. I can't afford to pay more for fees or anybody's private education that I will not benefit from," he said.
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Manifesting Diversity Drsity coordinator relatesto position
"Communication is part of the problem and part of the solution," she explained. .According to Francis, last spring's protests may have been avoided if there had been better communication between the administration and the student groups on campus.
By Francis T. Crowley Staff Writer
Obstacles To Minority Recruitment If Candice Francis can manifest diversity The problems affiliated with the minoron campus as well as in her lifestyle, Palo- ity issue sometimes are complex, Francis mar College should be on its way towards explained. Over the years the faculty has not equality of instructors. The new Faculty grown with the student population to reflect Diversity Coordii_lator has a personality to the proper diversity, she noted. Not having reflect the position she now holds. money is one of the many legitimate causes Her new position has put her into the for the lack of minorities within the faculty. center of an issue which is at the forefront of Only now, as the college tries to rectify the debate on campus. Her task is to pull to- problem, is money being spent on recruiting gether student groups, administration and of minorities. fellow staff members in an attempt to balPart of her experiences throughout her ance ethnic heritage with academic criteria. educational career helped prepare her for "I came to Palomar in 1973," she ex- present challenges. She recalls her experience at San Diego plains. "I was the first woman in the Life Science Department A lot has changed in · State. "I had been intrigued about seeing the those 20 years. I have taught about15 differ- world through a biologist's eyes my entire ent courses within the Life Science Depart- life. I realized I was working in an organizament, and I have a few more on my mind. I tion that seemed to have a life of its own," obtained my doctorate at San Diego State she said. during my tenure here." "Despite the fact that I was working with biological beings, they didn't always obey First Woman In Her Department the rules ofmynice linear view of the world. So I had to expand my horizons and think beyond the fairly wonderful but narrow view 'Itisn'tthe mostlucrative place I had, to see how other people worked, particularly within organizations."
to work, but I didn't come to Palomar because I thought it would make me rich or famous.'
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Candi Francis enjoys her new position as Palomar's faculty diversity coordinator. Education As A Calling
Leadership Is The Key
Candice Francis, Faculty Diversity Coordinator Francis says she believes her experiences as the first woman in her department provide some insights into the issues facing her at her new job. "I won'tpretend to know what it is like to be black, but I do know what it is like to be the odd woman out." Francis notes that two main directives of her position will be getting the present faculty involved in bringing in new minority faculty members and working with all departments about ethnic issues. She feels that progress has already been made in some areas, including formulating various committees.
She has strong opinions on leadership. "We have such a demented view of leadership in this country. We think if you have a title or something that you are a leader. Whether you are or not is another question. But the general thought is, he's the leader, let's follow him. Whether it's the president or the chancellor or the Queen of Min g." With little hesitation , she can discuss her own ability as a leader. "After studying the issue for a number of years as a graduate student, and now as a 'scholar,' I am convinced that I have that ability. I may be a leader in one situation, but then not in another. That's the whole dynamics ofleadership. It takes followers. So I oscillate, depending on the situation. I think at Palomar I'm a leader. Some people follow me, some don't.
Francis speaks about being an educator as if it wereacalling. Her entire adult life has centered around education. Even her husband is an educator. "It would be real hard for me to envision myself leaving an academic environment," she said. "I feel so passionate about what I do. It isn't the most lucrative place to work, but I didn't come to Palomar because I thought it would make me rich or famous. The passion is the thing that goes on between students and faculty. "People learn about the hip bone connected to the thigh bone in anatomy, but they also learn about themselves. They learn about stressful situations. They learn how to plan their lives. ''That's one of the things that keeps me committed to teaching. Palomar College is a microcosm of the real world. Preparing a student for the challenge of getting the job
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Students returning to Palomar for the spring semester might want to plan ahead and save a little extra time for getting around on campus. Palomar College is about to undergo several major renovations, ranging from the construction of the long -awaited Transit Center to a renovation of the library. While in the long run all of the changes will benefit students, odds are that, like the expansion of parking Lot 9 last spring, students and staff alike will have to put up with a few inconveniences for a little while. According to Mike Ellis, the Director of the Facilities Department, many changes have already taken place, including the afforementioned expansion of parking Lot 9 and its accompanying new campus entrance, as well as the reroofing of the theatre and the T-building. Along with the reroofing, all of the asbestos was removed from the ceilings of those two buildings.
Other upcoming changes include the construction of the new Wellness Center, the Transit Center, the overhaul of the library's ventilation and lighting systems, and the refurbishing of theE and P buildings as well as the Art Department. A few effects of the planned projects include the appearance of classroom trailers in parking Lot 12, the closing of the first floor of the library, the Campus Patrol office being moved over by the theatre, and a 30-foot trench extending from the tennis courts to the driving range.
Some classes will have to move to and from the trailers in Lot 12 next semester, according to Ellis. 1be total costof the library renovation will run about $1.6 million, which seems small compared to the "$11 million to $15 million" on the Faculties Department wish list for the next year. If Faculties doesn't receive all the money it needs from the state this year, Ellis believes they can get the rest next year.
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Student grievance policy proposed
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Policy would entail new procedures to file a complaint on campus Judy Erickson
fully return at the next meeting Oct. 19. The Associated Student Government, instructors, faculty and staff will also review the policy. "If students think their rights are taken away or violated," said Bowen, "they can go through this process." Now, students have Academic Due Process, but Bowen wanted to improve on that. "It's too complicated and staff-oriented- too confusing," he said. The proposed policy allows for
Copy editor Students may soon have new avenues of redress if they feel they have been treated unfairly on campus. A document for this purpose, the Student Grievance Policy, was submitted to the President's Ad visory Council Oct. 5, according to Jim Bowen, director of student services. He helped write the policy, which the council will review for philosophy and content and hope-
· students to lodge grievances against another student, a staff member, a faculty member or an administrator. The document includes a grievance resolution chart to guide students through the process for different types of grievances, from academic matters to discrimination matters to sexual harassment. The text breaks down the process into informal and formal grievance, formal heamg, appeal, final action and governing board appeal Excluded from the grievance process are any matters for which a specified method of complaint resolution is provided by law or by district policy.
Inter-Club Council plans for Halloween by Francis T. Crowley
Staff Writer The Inter-Club Council discussed various special events being planned in October at their weekly meeting Oct. 5. ICC will be sponsoring a Toonville Pre-Halloween party 10 a.m. Oct. 29 on the lawn area. Games, a costume contest and pumpkin give-away will highlight the event. All students are encouraged to wear costumes. Additionally, ICC announced a forum to discuss the guidelines on the "Opportunity Parking Space Drawing" will be held Oct. 25 at 1:30 p.m. in SU-16. Also a career fair will be held Oct. 13. Jim Bowen, student activities director, spoke about the upcoming San Diego State Leadership Institute presentation Nov. 5-7. In other news, Drug Prevention Program Coordinator Beth Post urged clubs to get involved in the campus-wide health promotions
program. She said her office exists for the purpose of assisting students and any student groups in various areas of health concerns. Robert Jenkins promoted the "All College Beach Party" Oct. 16 sponsored by the Drug Prevention Program and the ASG. Individual club announcements: •The Gaming Coalition announced that they are a group interested in role playing, such as Dungeons and Dragons, but they are not involved with video games as many inquirers have thought. •Alpha Gamma Sigma is looking forward to their regional conference Oct. 16 in Huntington Beach. •The Diesel Technology Club is discussing the possibility ofhaving a scholarship program. Most people present at the meeting immediately tried to apply when it was announced the scholarship may be for $5,000. • Members of the Parliamentary Society, a new leadership
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club, explained they will have meetings Wednesdays at 2 p.m. in roomSU-18 . Theclub'sintentions are to practice and teach parliamentary procedure. •EOP&S is looking forward to an exciting Renaissance Faire Oct. 9 and 10, Oct. 16 and 17 and Oct. 24 and 25. They have hired sufficient numbers of drivers for the event weekends. • APAD (The Dance Club) will be making presentations during the Renaissance Faire. They will also decorate the dance studio for a Hallow eM! party. •The Connection Club will have guest speaker Richard Fleming, and the College Republicans will have speaker Brian Bennett Oct. 21. • Phi Beta Lambda will cosponsor the Young Entrepreneurs Seminar 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct.16 at the Palomar Escondido Campus. This will feature local young business people discussing how to operate a business.
Heather Bass/ Editor-in-Chief
Speech instructor Ray Dalton registers to vote at the CoUege Republicans booth at Club Days IT Oct. 6
RENOVATION alone pay for a building they'll probably never see. It's going to take some extreme selling." Ngo acknowledged that the referendum was going to be a bard sell, but held optimism about the issue's ultimate success. "I think the students can understand the need to renovate the place," he said. Naegele speculated that the election would take place in the spring o£1994, and, if passed, construction would begin in 1995. Fee
Continuedfrompage 1 hikes would follow at least one semester after approval. In othernews, students still have an opportunity to run for the two senatorial seats vacated by Jenika Whitehead and Sharon Hubbard, and the executive vice president position, open since Sue Martin resigned last month. Prospective candidates can pick up a packet in SU-21 by Monday, Oct. 11 before 4 p.m. ASG will select the winners Wednesday, Oct. 20.
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U.S. troops are being killed for naught It started out as a terrific idea. Send peacekeeping forces to a starving East African nation to bring food and relief to its people. But one year later, Somalia has turned into a battleground where American soldiers are being needlessly killed and the relief effort has all but disappeared. In the past week, at least 12 U.S. soldiers have lost their lives, several more have been wounded and still others have been taken hostage during intense fighting in the African nation. The United States government says the purpose of these actions is to suppress and capture fugitive Somali General Mohamed Farrah Aidid. How did an operation that began as a
Staff Editorial relief mission transform into a manhunt which has nothing to do with our country? Government officials, including Defense Secretary Les Aspin, now are sending more troops to Somalia, but they can't give a concise, reasonable answer as to why. They. explain that it is our duty to help defend the people of Somalia. If we were to pull out, they say we would not be fulfilling our mission of providing the Somali people with a secure environment. But why defend a group of people who cheer when dead American servicemen are dragged through the streets?
We feel that since we have no definable goal in Somalia, the United States has no choice but to pull out and allow the Somalis to handle their own domestic problems. We disagree with the attempts of Cabinet officials such as Secretary of State Warren Christopher who decry the efforts of citizens to plead for a speedy exit from the warravaged African nation. To stay in Somalia with no real mission is an incredible waste of our time, money and American lives. We at The Telescope demand that our government cease its involvement in Somalia. It cannot be allowed to exceed the heights of senseless deaths and colossal monetary waste it has already attained.
Campus does not provide enough for disabled By Barbara Dijak
Campus Beat Editor To truly know what a physically challenged person goes through on a daily basis, you would first have to become one. Try crawling on your knees to your classes with all of your books and supplies strapped to your back .... can't imagine that? Try doing it from a wheelchair or with a walker sometime, which would almost be the equivalent. This campus was built many years ago, And the contractors failed to take into account the needs of physically challenged students. We need more level ground, doors which are easier to open and larger classrooms which can easily accommodate a wheelchair. Some of the more difficult areas of the campus include the Student Union and Student Services area, as well as the Life Sciences classrooms and many of the history classrooms which are at the bottom or top of one or sometimes several very steep ramps. Not only that, the curriculum offered on campus is lacking as well. There are very few courses offered to students with learn-
ing disabilities. Some people associate the word "disabled" with a physical problem. But this is not always the case. There are also learning disabled on our campus, and there is very little that is able to be done for them without funds, and any college student or facu1ty member knows that these are in short supply, which leaves us with what we have. To be fair, there are many programs and services which are provided, some of which
Social Commentary include transportation, counseling, learning aides and notetakers. But what about those students who may not know they need these services, what is to be done for them? If it were not for the many programs and services available to us as physically challenged students, which include a cart that can transport students from class to class, many counselors to aid in class selection and any other problems students might be hav-
ing, some of us might not be able to even be here at all. Why is this? Because there are still some who believe that the physically challenged community does not include very many students. Because some people still have the idea that just because a person can't walk, is blind, deaf or has some other physical or learning challenge, that they are somehow less likely to appear on a school campus! Speaking as a physically challenged student, I can honestly say we are everywhere, and we're going to continue to be everywhere, so the world should get used to seeing and hearing us. Yes, I am the first person to admit that physically challenged people, as a whole, are treated better than we used to be. But this is not enough. The Disabilities Act stipulates that all public buildings and businesses be accessible for the physically challenged. I realize that such renovations are costly and might be low on the list of priorities for Palomar College's budget, but in order for physically challenged students to remain on campus and remain totally independent, these changes will have to be made soon.
Letters To The Editor Russell says he wasn't informed ofASG rules My name is Michael Russel; you may remember me; you may even have voted for me. Last week I spent a lot of time walking around in front of the Student Union, getting your social security numbers, passing out candy and condoms, and asking you to vote. I want to thank everyone who voted for me. Many of you were very excited and enthusiastic for me and I appreciate your efforts, but I am sorry I will not be able to serve you. I was ejected by the school bureaucracy on a technicality. It was not that I didn't want to serve or that I did not meet the prerequisites. Something like that might have made sense. The simple fact is that I have an astronomy class during the same time as regularly scheduled ASG meetings. And as a student senator I am
required to attend all meetings, gavel to gavel. You may be asking, ifl had a class that would keep me away from my responsibilities why run in the first place? The answer to that question is embarrasing, although not to me. I tried, I did my best, and I won the election. Then by pure coincidence I was looking through the Telescope and noticed when the ASG meetings were schedu1ed. I was sitting in. the office enjoying congratulations from everyone and I muttered out loud, "All these meetings interfere with my classes." Then the senior members informed me of the unofficial gavel to gavel policy .I then went to thedirectorofstudentactivities to ask why I had not been informed and what I should do next. I was requestered to tum in my resignation immediate! y so that one
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of the losers of the election could be sworn in. You see, even if I wanted to fight the rule, there is no legal way to do it within the system. It is not my fault that the bureaucracy failed to supply the candidates with the essential information, but I am the one who pays the price. And so are you. The students of Palomar elected me, but the administration has just said that it does not care what the students want. All they care about is that the rules are followed.
Michael Russel Ex ASG Senator
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The Green Column Mireille Samson
The rainforests • • remazn zn jeopardy Blazing stronger than ever, rainforest deforestation occurs at the alarming rate of 67 acres per minute. That means that the time it takes for you to finish reading my column, 200 acres of tropical rainforest will have disappeared forever. Since the '70s, half of the world's tropical rainforests have already been burned, cleared away or flooded in the name of development, including agriculture and hydroelectric darns. While catching up on technology, bowever, the world is paying the dear price of losing its most diverse ecosystem. Many of us are aware of the problems facing the forests, but the immensity of the problem causes a shadow of hopelessness to loom over us. Actually, there are many steps indi victuals can take to help save the remaining rainforests. •Buy rainforest products. Purchasing products from the rainforests encourages those nations to keep the forests intact and harvest its resources rather than strip them of their beauty and profit. Environgentle in Encinitas sells a line of beauty products that contain nuts and flower extracts harvested from the rainforest. The Body Shop sells similar products. You can even save the rainforests by eating ice cream. Ben & Jerry's Rainforest Buttercrunch contains brazil nuts from the Amazonian forests. •Reduce the amount of beef you eat. One four-ounce hamburger from cattle raised on rainforest land represents the destruction of 55 square feet of forest, including 20 to 30 different species of plant species and hundreds of insect species. Additionally, cattle ranching renders the land useless after the cows are slaughtered. Therefore, reducing or eliminating beef from your diet helps retain rainforest land by shrinking the U.S. beef market. • Adopt your own rainforest. The Nature Conservancy has an Adoptan-Acre-Program. For $30 you can buy the protection of an acre of threatened rainforest. The address is 1815 N. Lynn St., Arlington, Va. 22209. The World Wildlife Fund enables you to become a Guardian of the Amazon for $25. The money is used to set land aside and teach local people bow to harvest rainforest products. Contact WWF at 60 St. Clair Ave. E., Suite 201, Toronto, Ontario M4T INS, or call416-923-8173. The Telescope welcomes all letters to the editor. Letters must be typewritten (no more than 150 words) and include the author's name, major and telephone number. The Telescope reserves the right to edit letters for space, and to not print letters which contain lewd or libelous comments. Send letters to The Telescope, 1140 West Mission Road, San Marcos CA 92069. Letters may also be delivered to our offices located at the north end of campus in room TCB-1.
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OPEN FOR Science is not the answer to all the questions
Theology would be a waste of time in school
Christopher C. Holmes
By Paul Raineri
Open Forum Editor
Contributing Writer and Mireille Samson
Science and religion mix as well as oil and water. Yet the two are inseparable when considering the genesis of the universe. It is unjustifiable to present evolutionary theory without including theologic dogma. Learning institutions should present the entire scope of beliefs and allow students to form their own opinions on the unanswerable question of universal origin. By not exposing our children to all schools of thought we are denying them the right to be fully informed. Science is only one school of thought, not the answer to all the questions. Science, as defined in Webster's Dictionary, is the systematized knowledge derived from observation, study and experimentation carried on in order to determine the nature or principles of what is being studied. Simply, it is humanity's attempt to answer all questions through sensory means. Science basically states that if you cannot prove it through experimentation then it does not exist. Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, although provenly faulted, has become the cornerstone of scientific teaching in high schools today. The major argument of scholars against creationism is thatitattacks evolutionary teaching. Opponents argue that to include mystical or religious views on scientific study would be detrimental. On the contrary though, science has used the existing system to create an unchallenged forum for a majority of atheistic beliefs. Science has become a religion of its own. Anyone who disputes the claims of Darwin, no matter how much factual basis they supply, is ostracized by the scientificcorrununity. The leaders in the scientific community are demagogues. The arrogance of these theoriticians is appalling. Just as religion cannot be used to disclaim scientific theory, the reverse can be said of science disclaiming all assertions of religion. Just because we are unable to see, hear, taste, touch or smell God does not nullify the existence of a supreme being. Presenting an encompassing survey of varying religious views on the origins of man is both enlightening and justified. School is the place where our youth learn to socialize and interact on an advanced level. To discard the importance of a philosophical and theologic background is doing a disservice to our children. If science's theories are so unquestionable then why do so many scientists fear being questioned?
Editor-in-Chief If parents wish to expose their children to theological subjects such as creationism, they should do so in a private setting, notour public schools. Sunday schools offered at churches, Bible study groups or even the family's home are all excellent environments to pass along this or any other religious belief, not the public school system. The primary function of our K-12 public school system is education and socialization. Its role in administering the process in which young people learn how to function in society is a vital one.
Because the creation of our species took place at least 5,000 years ago, and probably more like 3 million years ago, creationism is not a relevant subject in classrooms where children need to concentrate on their futures . They need to acquire such modern skills as mastering languages, mathematics, computer literacy and current social issues, all of which will empower them to cope with the world they live in. ''
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Creationism vs. Evolution Should public schools be allowed to teach creationist teachings based on religious beliefs? The supreme court has found so long as they do not conflict with teachings of scientific proof it is acceptable.
And while religion may be a type of social glue, so is Monday Night Football and MTV. If students want to discuss any of these topics in the cafeteria or on the campus lawn, then they should be free to do so. After all, the socialization that occurs in our schools comes from peer groups as much as from the teachers. But when it comes to the classroom, we disapprove of our tax dollars being spent on a lecture about religion just as much as one about the Raider vs. Bronco game or the latest Nirvana video. Furthermore and most practically, the instructional hours in our public schools are too scarce to start adding nonessential disciplines. All the different ethnic cultures each have their own religions with their own versions of creationism. The curriculum needs to reflect the diverse student population to avoid becoming ethnocentric. What seems like the relatively simple concept of creationism will become a complex, comprehensive course just to encompass all the different religious versions. Teachers would have to spend countless hours to properly cover the thousand versions of how our species was created. If we start incorporating creationism into the curriculum, other key socializing subjects will have to be reduced or cut, and the students will suffer.
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Should creationism be taught in our public schools?
Damon Montaigne
Undecided "I think we should teach all views, students should decide for themselves ."
Walter Gommel
Danb Mertz
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Pre-Law
''The clubs don't get support from the faculty and staff."
"No, but you have to at least make reference to it."
"Probably not, I think it is something each parent should decide on."
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Student grievance policy proposed Pol icy would entai I new procedures to file a complaint on campus Judy Erickson
fully return at the next meeting Oct. 19. The Associated Student Government, instructors, faculty and staff will also review the policy. "If students think their rights are taken away or violated," said Bowen, "they can go through this process." Now, students have Academic Due Process, but Bowen wanted to improve on that. "It' s too complicated and staff-oriented- too confusing," he said. The proposed policy allows for
Copy editor Students may soon have new avenues of redress if they feel they have been treated unfairly on campus. A document for this purpose, the Student Grievance Policy, was submitted to the President's Advisory Council Oct. 5, according to Jim Bowen, director of student services. He helped write the policy, which the council will review for philosophy and content and hope-
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· students to lodge grievances against another student, a staff member, a faculty member or an administrator. The document includes a grievance resolution chart to guide students through the process for different types of grievances, from academic matters to discrimination matters to sexual harassment. The text breaks down the process into informal and formal grievance, formal hearng, appeal, final action and governing board appeal Excluded from the grievance process are any matters for which a specified method of complaint resolution is provided by law or by district policy.
Inter-Club Council plans for Halloween by Francis T. Crowley
Staff Writer The Inter-Club Council discussed various special events being planned in October at their weekly meeting Oct. 5. ICC will be sponsoring a Toonville Pre-Halloween party 10 a.m. Oct. 29 on the lawn area. Games, a costume contest and pumpkin give-away will highlight the event. All students are encouraged to wear costumes. Additionally, ICC announced a forum to discuss the guidelines on the "Opportunity Parking Space Drawing" will be held Oct. 25 at 1:30 p.m. in SU-16. Also a career fair will be held Oct. 13. Jim Bowen, student activities director, spoke about the upcoming San Diego State Leadership Institute presentation Nov. 5-7. In other news, Drug Prevention Program Coordinator Beth Post urged clubs to get involved in the campus-wide health promotions
program. She said her office exists for the purpose of assisting students and any student groups in various areas of health concerns. Robert Jenkins promoted the "All College Beach Party" Oct. 16 sponsored by the Drug Prevention Program and the ASG. Individual club announcements: •The Gaming Coalition announced that they are a group interested in role playing, such as Dungeons and Dragons, but they are not involved with video games as many inquirers have thought. •AlphaGammaSigmaislooking forward to their regional conference Oct. 16 in Huntington Beach. •The Diesel Technology Club is discussing the possibility ofhaving a scholarship program. Most people present at the meeting immediately tried to apply when it was announced the scholarship may be for $5,000. • Members of the Parliamentary Society, a new leadership
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club, explained they will have meetings Wednesdays at 2 p.m. in room SU -18. The club's intentions are to practice and teach parliamentary procedure. •EOP&S is looking forward to an exciting RenaissanceFaire Oct. 9 and 10, Oct. 16 and 17 and Oct. 24 and 25. They have hired sufficient numbers of drivers for the event weekends. •APAD (The Dance Club) will be making presentations during the Renaissance Faire. They will also decorate the dance studio for a Hallow eon party. •The Connection Club will have guest speaker Richard Fleming, and the College Republicans will have speaker Brian Bennett Oct. 21. • Phi Beta Lambda will cosponsor the Young Entrepreneurs Seminar 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct.16 at the Palomar Escondido Campus. This will feature local young business people discussing how to operate a business.
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Speech instructor Ray Dalton registers to vote at the College Republicans booth at Club Days II Oct. 6
RENOVATION alone pay for a building they'll probably never see. It's going to take some extreme selling." Ngo acknowledged that the referendum was going to be a hard sell, but held optimism about the issue's ultimate success. "I think the students can understand the need to renovate the place," be said. Naegele speculated that the election would take place in the spring of 1994, and, if passed, construction would begin in 1995. Fee
Continuedfrompage 1 hikes would follow at least one semester after approval. In other news, students still have an opportunity to run for the two senatorial seats vacated by Jenika Whitehead and Sharon Hubbard, and the executive vice president position, open since Sue Martin resigned last month. Prospective candidates can pick up a packet in SU-21 by Monday, Oct. 11 before 4 p.m. ASG will select the winners Wednesday, Oct. 20.
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MUSIC ON CAMPUS Palomar College Performing Arts Department Fall 1993 Concert Hour: A weekly series of free recitals in the Performance Lab (D-10). 12:30-1:30 p.m. Thursdays. Call 744-1150 ext 2317 for schedule and information.
PERFORMING ARTS ON CAMPUS Oct. 8-10- The Sunshine Boys. Directed by Pat Larmer, this Neil Simon comedy focuses on the relationship of two ex -vaudevillians reunited after 16 years for one last performance. Sam Younghans and Robert deLillos star. Call the Howard Brubeck Theatre Box Office at 744-0136 for more details.
CINEMA ON CAMPUS Palomar Fall Cinema Series: The following fllms are screened at 7 p.m. Thursdays in room P-32. Admission is free.
Oct. 14- Gas, Food and Lodging (USA). Allison Adlers' first film deals with the relationship of a mother with her daughters in a fresh new way. Send A&E calendar items to The Telescope, in care of Steve Troop, 1140 W. Mission Road, San Marcos, CA 92069
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A collector's guide to out-of-print records By Sarah Frederiksen Staff Writer Video killed the radio star and compact discs are destroying vinyl. However, alternative bands and small record stores are keeping this novelty item alive and well in today's technological world. A self proclaimed record collector, I've been known to scour San Diego county for my plastic wonders. I died the day Tower, the Wherehouse, and other big name retail stores cut back on their vinyl stock, some discontinuing the item altogether. Ultimately,! was forced to hit the streets. Thank goodness I live in a city where vinyl is alive and well, although a bit difficult to find. New and used independent record stores with well stocked bins of vinyl span across the county. North County residents can rely on the supply at Lou's Records in Encinitas and Off the Record just a few blocks away. Although Lou's houses more used records, Off the Record holds many new releases. Both have reasonable prices. El Cajon is home to another Off the Record, as is Hillcrest, downtown. Both offer a complete selection of items, buttheHillcreststore has a larger facility, making artists easy to find and a friendly atmosphere. Also in El Cajon, Blue Meanie gives the record shopper a nice place to browse. Although renovations recently moved their record racks to the back of the store, walls are lined with pricey, popular and sometimes rare items. Record fairs are the place to be for the serious record collector, where one can bargain shop in a sea of vinyl. A nu.mber of booths owned by professional and independent vendors .offer a perfect place to fmd that special item or special piece you were looking for to add to your collection. Highly addictive, these fairs are ali-day events usually held in convention centers or hotel banquet rooms. San Diego tried to host a
Lou Russell, owner of Lou's records, stocks used records, tapes and compact discs from various artists in his Encinitas store. few shows at the La Mesa Community Center a few months back, but lack of interest and competition with Los Angeles shows has prevented any more that I know of. If you can't find what you're looking for at home, Los Angeles is a vinyl lover's dream. Hollywoodhousesover15 worthy record stores. Favorites include Vinyl Fettish, DMC Records, Prime Cutts, Streetsounds, Hot Rocks, and Arons. Record Fairs occur nearly every weekend throughout the city, however, the Orange County Record Fair held the last Sunday of each month is the best. I'm sorry to say most of these
stores don't hold contemporary top 40 releases. Vinyl produced today main! y comes from overseas where the singles list is still called top45s by the British music press. Some domestic independent labels who carry small name bands might press a few singles to please a select group of its audience. Industries say vinyl records are rapidly becoming a thing of the past They're destined to the crypt where 8-track tapes line the walls. However, record lovers demand the need for it. Too much passion lies in the grooves of a 12-inch or 7-inch record for music lovers everywhere. It"ll never happen.
'NYPD Blue' less controversial, more realistic By John Harasciuk Staff Writer Three semi -profane words, a crotch-grabbing and lukewarm sex scene, was all that culminated from months of protesting over a controversial television show. "NYPD Blue," the brainchild of "Hill Street Blues" and "L.A. Law" creator Stephen Bochco, was hailed and condemned by people all summer. For those of you who weren't aware, NYPD Blue has been described as the frrst R-rated television show in history, spurring a cornucopia of expectations in the average viewer. While many people I have seen interviewed are terrified that "NYPD Blue" is the second coming of "Debbie Does Dallas,"
my expectations weren't quite as extreme. I out the show, one each in the beginning, didn't believe that there would be any "Ba- middle, and end, almost by design. Of the sic Instinct" sex scenes, graphic violence, or three words, only one has appeared on language that would make Eddie Murphy or George Carlin's infamous "Dirty Words You Can't Say On TV" list While many Andrew Dice Clay cringe. While Bochco claims that "NYPD Blue" people had cried "foul" on the racy language will not be as violent as "Hill Street Blues" and sex in the show, David Caruso, who was, "It does push the envelope on sex, plays Detective John Kelly, said, ''I'm not nudity and foul language." I personally didn't sure you could do a realistic police series set feel that they abused their right to use some in New York in 1993 without those ele"colorful" language. There were many in- ments ..." stances where they could have let loose, but . While most of the pre-premiere concern Detective Andy Sipowicz, played by Den- was a combination of network hype and nis Franz, refrains from using anything worse conservative viewer paranoia, Bochco has than "big jerk" while beating up a local done a very good job of adding a littfe spice mobster (Robert Costanzo). into an otherwise well-worn TV series path. Strangely, the three "foul" words used in While the aforementioned language was the premiere were evenly spaced through- somewhat tame in my opinion, the sex scenes
and graphic violence are all done in slow motion, taking some of the bite out of what is really taking place. After the premiere aired, KGTV ran a poll during their newscast, with 68% of the respondents saying that they enjoyed it and only 50 people saying that it was too risque' for prime time television. Not all people who didn't like the show stated sex and violence as deterrents. One San Diego man stated that the show was too boring and that it didn't live up to all the hype. All in all, I felt that the plot was good, complete with a two-part "cliffhanger" episode at the start of the season and cops who aren't what they seem. From what I have seen of the dramas new this fall TV season, "NYPD Blue" comes out on top.
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SPORTS Soccer opens conference with 4-1 win over Cuyamaca Good Sports Kristian Pope
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with Conde's second goal of the game. "We really moved the ball well," said Riccitelli. "We got two early goals, which The Palomar men's soccer team opened its takes alot of pressure off the defense." In thesecondhalf, thePalomaroffensekept conference schedule at home on Wednesday coming, while the defense shut down by downing Cuyamaca College, 4-1. Despite the absence of two injured players, Cuyamaca's offensive attack, not allowing a the team played well both on offense and single goal. Garcia scored his second goal and strong defense. shots were also made by Hugo "Our reserves really Conseco and Apollo Rios. came on well and took up Plagued by injuries early the slack," said Comet in the season, coach Riccitelli head coach Ron Riccitelli. hopes to kick the injury bug The Comets were led by strong offensive per-::=-=路=路=路= ========================::::: 路:-:::.:.:::::::::-::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::-::::.:-:::::::::::: soon. "The important thing is to formances from freshman forwards Julio Garcia and Loz Conde, who stay healthy," said Riccitelli. "Injuries will kill us like they'll kill any team." combined for all four Palomar goals. The Comets will be without freshman The offense came on strong in the flrst half as Garcia scored his first of two goals . It was midfieldman Geoffrey Fox in the next game. then Conde's turn to add to the damage as the Fox was hit with a red card in the flrst half for score was increased to 2-0 in favor of the unsportsmanlike conduct. The team will attempt to better their conferComets. Cuyamaca got on the board in the flrst half, ence record to 2-0 this Wednesday at home but the Comets came right back and answered against San Diego City College.
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Somehow, in some strange and eerie way, the shocking retirement of basketball superstar Michael Jordan, from the game that his given him his very life, should almost have been expected. Jordan's reasoning for retiring Greg Skinner/Staff Photographer in the prime of his career is that The Comets kicked off conference play with he's proved himself enough in a 4-1 win over Cuyamaca. the game of basketball. Three world championships and icon status truly are more than any player could imagine or plan for himself. And Jordan accomplished that. Surely he has proved everything that there was to be proven. But somehow, in leaving now, he has not proved enough. Wednesday's press conference was a stark twist to a career that has twisted more with every passing month. First, accusations labeling him as an addict of gambling. Then, seemingly rising above the rim, the competition and the problems, securing a third straight world championship. In the face of controversy, Jordan looked at it head on and won. Throughout his entire ordeal, Jordan has rarely shown any outpouring of emotion. He's always kept a stiff upper lip concerning all the issues he's been confronted with. He never would let the media or fans see Kristian Pope/Sports Editor what he really felt. The Comets have found tough competition so far but have played much improved since last year. His outer strength was tested to its fullest last summer when James Jordan, Michael's father, and the only thing he held closer to his heart than basketball, was By Adam Landa last season. The Comets won their said. shot and killed in a back-wood Staff Writer seventh and eighth games of the In addition to consistency, the North Carolina town. season last Thursday in the Ventura Comets must improve on a defenWhen the gambling accusaOn Wednesday, Palomar's Wa- Tournament. sive unit that has been spotty, at tions escalated once more, the ter Polo team evened its record at Why the improvement over best. "We need to improve on our cause ot the elder Jordan's death 8-8, losing 18-7 to San Diego Club. 1992? defense. Basically, we need to was connected with the gamPalomar played a solid frrsthalf, "I think the difference is our improve on what I'd call our intebling. One more time, Jordan trailing only 5-4 entering the final players are better in terms of water rior defense," McAdams said of showed amazing emotional two quarters. However, the Com- polo experience. They have a little the unit that has allowed over 10 re~ traint when in a public forum . ets were outscored, 13-3, in the bit better experience this year," goals per game. Not the accusations of second half, due in large part to said McAdams. What the Comets lack in degambling, nor the cold-blooded fense, they compensate for in team numerous breakdowns in defense. murder of his father pushed "We played really well in the speed and conditioning, according Jordan to show the emotion he frrst half," coach Jem McAdams to McAdams. Their excellent conha 1 to have felt inside. ditioning could play a major factor said. "But, in the second half, we Instead of tears, Jordan has played really bad, especially on near the end of a long and grueling ultimately showed his worry, The Comets .500 record might season. concern, and devastation over his defense." Still, McAdams preaches that The Comets offense certainly smprise some, considering only father's death with this apparent was balanced, with six different four sophomores - All-Conference his team must play more consisretirement. His desicion to leave players tallying goals. Brian forward Sorensen, Hamilton, tently. "Consistency would be a the game are the tears he has yet Sorensen, Brad Casper, James Casper, and Derik Ott - reside on big thing," he said. "We should to show. Hamilton, and Trevor Grimm net- the team's roster. not play a good game, then have an Jordan has suffered one death ted goals in the first half while Eric "For the most part, I'm pleased off game, then a good game, etc. already. The worst kind. Don't Burgen and Chris Beachem (two with our play. We have some We need tojustplayataconsistent let yourself believe that this points) provided Palomar's sec- moments where we don' tplay very level." second death he's suffering, this well as a team. And that's not very ond half offense. The Comets return home Tues. retirement, will last forever. Despite the loss, Palomar's win pleasing for a coach. We need to Oct. 12 for a game against SaddleJordan will be back. He has to. total remains two more than all of be more consistent," McAdams back College.
Water hasn't logged '92 squad
Wrestling performs impressively By Meredith Presler
Contributing Writer So far the young Comet wrestling team has shown great potential to lead Palomar's bid to repeat as State champions. Palomar placed fourth in the Moorpark Tournament Saturday. In theheavyweightdivision, Comet Mike Gamble recorded four pins in five matches going undefeated (5-0) to lead the Comet charge. The Comets' frrst victory came on Friday defeating tournament ~Iost Moorpark 26-14. Moorpark, ranked in the top five in the state, was the team Palomar surpassed last year to take State championship honors. Although this year's :eamhas only one returning starter, :::oach Roye Oliver feels the new, young team at Palomar is coming along. "It was nice to see the team's overall potential," said Oliver. "I was smprised to see the freshman starting off so well." Saturday the Comets beat Gavin and Modesto colleges. "We have some rough spots we need to improve on but overall the team will come up strong," said team member Chris Hafer. Hafer, the Comets' only returning starter, and Ricco Morel, both went 4-1 in the tournament. The same weekend, the Comets traveled to the San Bernardino Duals. Because of fatigue, the Comets were forced to forfeit two matches, to Fresno Valley and Sacramento City colleges. Oliver feels that Palomar will be a true contender. "We truly believe we can win State," said Oliver. "I'm not saying we will win State, but we know we've got the personnel here." But the road to repeat as State c-hampion starts with next week's matches. ''We feel confident about winning the Sac. City Tournament this coming weekend," said Hafer.
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The Match-Up The Comets return to the friendly confines of Excalibur Field in San Marcos this week to face up-and-coming Rancho Santiago. The Comets went undefeated during their last three week away schedule. Palomar's toughest competition during that time came last week when El Camino came within one minute of dashing Palomar's (No. 1 in nation) hopes at a second national title in three years. The Dons, ranked No. 11 in the Southland Poll, have a young crew that is looking to improve a 3-7 '92 record.
One play may have kept Palomar in national title hunt
By Kristian Pope Sports Editor Two plays during Saturday's 45-38 win in TorranceatEl Camino College proved j ust how precarious Palomar's position to win a second national championship in three years actually is. With j ust over one minute remaining in the game and the Comets having come back to take a 3731lead on theW arriors, El Camino receiver Dameon Porter dove for a touchdown pass to give his team a slim 38-37 lead over the No. 1 ranked team in the nation. ButPalomarisn'trankedNo. 1 in the nation for nothing . With 14 seconds remaining and their first loss of the season apparent, the Comets had one last chance to march down the field for a score
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holding their chances for the national title in the balance. The Comets used their resourcefulness orchestrating a final drive down field. From his own 41 -yard line, Comet quarterback Tom Luginbill caught receiver Chris Baker right over the middle of the field . Baker turned on the jets and went untouched into the end zone for the winning score. Running back Tony Burton added a twopoint conversion to secure the victory . Luginbill bad another 300-yard day compiling 301 yards on 21-of54 passing. Burton keyed the Comets' scoring fin ishing with three touch-
EVENTS THIS WEEK
The Offense
October 9-14
Football
The Comet defensive front line will have its work cut out for them as the Dons field two different quarterbacks. And the Comets will see both. The much improved starting quarterback Gabe Garcia is 33-54 with five touchdowns this year. He has yet to throw an interception. However that may change versus Palomar's fine defensive backs Craig Person and Greg Frazier. While Garcia is averaging 143 yards-per-game, the Dons have "relief pitcher" Mister Albritton, a sophomore, who comes in in special situations. Coach Dave Ogas feels Albritton is a better scrambler than Garcia and is a better overall speed player. The Dons run a one to two back set called "king and queen." Returning fullback Donny Bladow is the team 's leading rusher with 120.3 yards per game. Freshman tailback Ernie Wilson bas broken some big runs leading the team in average gain with 9.8 yards per carry. He's a flash y, breakaway type back who was All-Orange County out of El Modina High. Receivers Hector Flores (115 yards on eight catches) and Quabbne Idelette (avg. 17.9 yards per catch) provide Garcia and Albritton keen targets.
Defense The Dons are starting almost an entire freshman crew on defense. Key players on defense are middle linebacker Mike Serrano (6-foot-2 235), down lineman Ina Sitagata (6-foot-1250), and defensive back Michael Castleberry who showed his resourcefulness last week taking a botched field goal attempt by Mt. SAC 97 yards for a touchdown. Comet quarterbacks and receivers should have no trouble hooking up with each other. The Dons have picked off the opposition four times this year.
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downs (156 yards on 30 carries). Ranked No. 1 in the nation by the JC Grid-Wire, Palomar faced El Camino and bad its toughest game of the year. With the victory the Comets are now undefeated with four wins. However the quest for the title could very well be decided in the next two weeks as Palomar faces both the No. 2 and No. 11 team in Southern Calif. in successive weeks. In two weeks the Comets travel to Walnut, Calif. to face the team ranked directly behind Palomar in Southern Calif. polls, Mt. San Antonio College. Mt. Sac is more importantly ranked No. 5 in the nation according to the Grid-Wire.
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The Women's Volleyball team lost Wednesday to San Diego Mesa but played well. Their next game is today on campus at 3:30p.m. against Imperial Valley.
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