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functions and budget of the department and will return a set of recommendations to the SPC. These recommendations will be sent to the governing board for consideration and the trustees will decide the future role of the department.

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Palomar College's Strategic Planning Council approved the creation of a task force to determine the future of the campus Police Department Feb. 4. The task force will examine the history, make-up,

Governing board president Nancy Chadwick said she welcomes an examination of the department. "I am hopeful that they will come forward with a full set of recommendations for what the police force will look like in the future and what its role will be," Chadwick said. The Police Department has been a source of contention among members of the campus community since 1999, when armed officers were added to

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the force. At the time, two grants were awarded to Palomar to pay for the officers . With the grants in their final year the task force will examine the financial feasibility of keeping the force intact.

"The ultimate question we have to ask now that the grants are gone is - are we committed to an armed police force?" said Bruce Bishop Director of Student Affairs. Bishop will sit II

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Angelo Carli (left) with daughter Sabrina Carli on Nov. 11 during the dedication of the Veterans Memorial on the San Marcos campus.

Professor succumbs to cancer late friend and colleague Angelo Carli. Zacharais knew Carli for 15 years before Carli, 67 , lost a long battle with cancer. e was known most for his "Every death is unexpected. hearty sense of humor and Angelo's was especially tragic vast knowledge on a wide because he still had a lot more to array of subjects. A scholar of offer," Zacharais said. English and humanities, Palomar Carli was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. Professor Angelo Carli died peace- in 1937 as the son of Italian immifully Jan. 29 at his Carlsbad home grants. He came to work as a prowith his family at his side. fessor at Palomar in 1964 and spent "He had a presence bigger than the last 40 years of his life in life," said Palomar English profes- Carlsbad, with his wife of 43 years, sor Gary Zacharais, speaking of his Ann Carli.

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Carli taught English and humanities at Palomar, spliced with administrative work, for 35 years before retiring in 1998. However, he continued to teach part-time after his retirement. "Angelo was a true scholar with a wonderful sense of humor," said 12year colleague and English professor Brent Gowen. "He always emphasized the importance of listening to students and drawing the best out of them. He was a mean II

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Members from seven of Palomar's studentrun clubs gathered in front of the Student Center on the San Marcos campus Feb. 2 for the Inter-Club Council's semi-annual Club Rush. "Seven is a fairly low number of clubs for these events," said ICC chair Jimmy Cataline. "I think we'll see a better one next time." Club Rush was created to help spread awareness for clubs, Cataline said. "Club Rush gives every club on campus the opportunity to get recognized by Palomar students," Cataline said. "A lot of people on campus have no idea about what the clubs on campus are about." Cataline said two of the largest clubs in terms of members are MEChA and American Indian Science & Engineering Society/Native

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Art class of a different 111old By Jessica Halslon THE TELESCOPE

In Palomar College's foundry art class, students learn to translate their perceptions of society and culture into metal sculptures. "It's a manifestation of ideas, visions and objects in a metal form," said Ingram Ober, professor of art at Palomar College, poised behind a wooden table covered in fine white dust. Ober is explaining the concept behind his Foundry Techniques/ Sculpture I class, held in a large room filled with works of art fashioned out of metal, including a large wire bee on a shelf. Ober has been teaching the class since fall 2004, though he says it's been around in some form for several years. He said the focus of the class is based on visualizing ideas three-dimensionally, the art being more representational of a concept than candid. "We see anything and everything in the work the students do," Ober said. He said that most ideas originate from investigations in drawing. "I give some guidelines on a motive thinking to get them going," Ober said. "It can be objects that have some internal meaning to us or the scientific meaning to the structure of things - view something beyond its surface." Students learn the basic steps of casting during the first project and apply these lessons in the second project. Ober explained that the first step is to create a wax model of your product. After the model is complete, a mold is created and the wax melted out. The metal poured in can be either bronze or aluminum. Ober said the class just finished its first set of bronze bells. Ober said it's possible to take foundry as a first sculpture class, but he recommends enrolling in 3-Dimensional Form and Design or Design in Mixed Media first. He encourages mixed media in particular because it is a survey of sculpture, and the final project is foundry.

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Art 130 student Janet Peterson works on her metal casting project during Ingram Ober's class.

Returning student Emma Hill said foundry is her first sculpture class, and she hasn't had any trouble jumping right into the projects. Hill said they fashioned a spaceship out of reb arb wire the first day of class, and she just finished an egg of the same material. The egg hung in a plastic bag at her side, the dark weaves of metal resembling a pumpkin vine wrapped in an ovaL "Ober brings in a new way of thinking," Hill said. ''When you think of sculpture, you think of stone or clay, the Michelangelo. He knows how to think outside of the box. You

can sculpt something out of anything." Ober said many students repeat the class several times. "There's a strong sense of community in the class," Ober said. "Students are always coming in to work on their products. Returning students will take over and do demos when I'm working with someone in class." Ober said some of students' large-scale sculptures will start appearing around campus in about a month, and the class will also hold an open house during the student art show this spring.

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policy also removed the afternoon-only enrollment. Lorene Craw, who works for the Center, said the changes have already created a more positive atmosphere for the children. The children are more synchronized, and there has been less disruptive behavior from them, she said. Before, children who arrived late in the day had trouble fitting into the schedule the other children were already on, said center coordinator Pam Keinath. If a child arrived having already eaten lunch or taken a nap, then that child did not want to eat or nap with the other children. There were also disruptions in the curriculum when a child came in late. These differences were making life at the center difficult for both children and staff, Keinath said. "Tired or hungry children tend to become disruptive," Craw said. ''The children often show their displeasure by crying, and in a class of about 20 children, one crying child soon disturbs the others." Children who walked in late had a tendency to feel shy and hide behind their parent, said Bertha Sterling, a child-development lab student. She saw the late children feeling stressed about walking into a

room filled with staring eyes. Keinath said too many different schedules were also getting in the way of the children's abilities to bond with one another. "Children really bond as a group," Keinath said. "These changes allow them to do that." Some parents find the new policy inconvenient. The 9 a.m. arrival time means professors and students with late morning or afternoon classes have to get to campus hours before their class actually starts. ''They are there for the convenience of the students and professors," said professor Shelton Hill. ''They are trying to be a model daycare, but they're not remaining convenient for parents who want a nice place to take their kids." Several other parents agree with Hill. Keinath said some parents have talked to her about their concerns and asked for leniency because of their circumstances. The answer was always no, Keinath said. Arriving late has consequences for the parents. According to an announcement sent home to parents, late notices will be issued for any parents arriving past 9 a.m. Three late notices will result in termination of services. These policies were created for the benefit of the children, Mitton said. She compared a late

child to a student arriving to their class late. The student feels awkward walking in part way through a lecture the same way a child feels awkward when he or she arrives in the middle of an art project. In both cases, the teacher and other students are bothered by the disruption.

Hill, though, said he thinks children are just as negatively affected by being rushed as by arriving late. ''We do not want to lose a single family over this," Keinath said. "We may reconsider after a semester, but right now we are going forward with these new policies."

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Mason Rodriguez plays with a Sit-and-Spin Feb. 2. In December the hours of the Childcare Center were changed so that all the children must arrive by 9 a.m.

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Local streets busy with• construction entrance to Lot 12. Forecast Homes is also responsible for the road blocks in front The streets surrounding of the campus on Mission Road. Palomar College's San Marcos The developer is installing storm campus are jammed with con- drains stretching from Liberty struction equipment and projects Street to the college's main near campus entrances are ere- entrance. ating difficult traffic conditions Mercereau said the Mission for some students. Road and Borden Road projects The project on Las Posas Road should be complete within two will include a new exit ramp off weeks. Route 78, auxiliary lanes Facilities Director Mike Ellis, between the future Las Posas said grading at the new baseball exit and Rancho Santa Fe Road fields across from Lot 9 began DOMINICK ULLOA I THE TEUSCOPE and subsequent signs for the the week of Feb. 7. Ellis said the Borden Road, located near the back entrance to campus has seen its share of construction over the past few months. new ramp. project began after six months of Recent construction projects include a traffic light and widening the raod from one to two lanes to help elevate traffic Construction crews face a late negotiations with the U.S. from the new developments being built along the road. 2006 deadline with potential Department of Fish and Game environmental setbacks factored for the right to excavate the land. meets Palomar's needs. in to the projected completion The agency surveys potential ''We've had a very positive time. construction sites for the pres- relationship with city," Woods San Marcos Public Works ence of threatened and endan- said. Palomar was granted funds to Director Mike Mercereau said gered species. recent rain temporarily impeded The college is still awaiting complete the athletic fields nine construction workers from clearance for its new soccer fields. years ago, but environmental Irvine-based Ortiz Construction When complete, Palomar will regulations and negotiations from grading the area, but work have priority access to the base- with the Department ofFish and is still on schedule. ball diamond, though the city Game prevented the project from Reduced speed limits on may use it when requested in moving forward until now. n t;;\ l1 n ~ 0 Borden Road are the result of a advance. Woods said there is $1.7 milLJ\VU U (.5 ~ road-widening project Forecast The soccer fields will be avail- lion remaining to complete the ~ Homes, a local developer. able to the college on weekdays , .project. Tfl.e.funds :w-ill only pay ' · ~~ ' ' ' .ffidl,..Jl ~ Mercereau said Forecast .. from 9 a.m. until 4 'p.'m. Th~ city . for graqmg ~d Slllfl.ll purchases. ' ' ~ - UCO) Liu~ ~ Homes ·agreed to expand the will use the fields after 4 p.m. ''We are hoping to get people , [;X!J0 roads and install a traffic signal Palomar Athletic Director involved and get the resources at Comet Way, Palomar's John Woods said tP,e schedule ._ ,w.e..nee.ct~ Wpods sa,id. ~ ... , :. :. :.. ~- ·;.;::- ~· , • ; . : , ~, , . u r; ·~ ," , . :, . . ; . .. , , , , • _ .,., By Jessica Halston

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Preserve the free press Imagine a world in which beliefs are felt about the First Amendment or admitted to taking it for granted. These students don't repressed and opposition is silenced. ~--..., The people in this comprehend the extent that the first amendworld would function like ment protects their freedom. Reporters in other countries, as close as cattle, mindlessly being directed by the herder Mexico are being killed for trying to let the people know about their corrupt government. the government, - withA Mexican political journalist, Francisco out having a say in Arratia Saldierna, was killed on August 31, where they are going. One should never let the government 2004. It is suspected his death was due to his control the freedom of press. The interac- coverage of drug trafficking and government tion of knowing and taking action derives corruption. There were two other journalists from the news. What the people say about killed soon before his death that showed a patthe government is what keeps democracy tern of violence against journalists. Many alive and lets the citizens participate. countries don't have the same rights given in Everyone h l1>: an opinion l1 nrl wants it to be the constitution . heard. Some have such a strong opinion it goes Students need to learn to appreciate their to print and others simply speak it. Any opin- First Amendment rights. If the upcoming genion has the right to be expressed, whether it's eration is not informed about the First listened to or not, agreed or disagreed with. Amendment, then the freedom of the press According to a survey of could be eliminated. 112,003 students by the JohnS By having freedom of the press, and James L Knight Some students don't the citizens get as much informaFoundation, 36 percent of high understtmd the extent tion as possible concerning the school students believe that th11t the First happenings of their country, state newspapers should get "govern- Ammendment protetts and community. The citizens of ment approval" of stories before this country deserve accurate publishing. More then one their s11lety. information and the government third of the students would will not deliver that. choose to give away their rights stated in the The press is not libel that needs to be First Amendment. censored . Most news is highly researched Imagine the trust high school students have fact that informs citizens so that they can in the government to make them want to give understand the society they are living in. away their freedom of speech. The students The citizens may not get to read accurate are so naive it scares me to think to what end stories if the government is responsible for they will let the government control them. The the material that goes to print. only cure is knowledge. The government would not approve of a According to the same survey, 51 percent of story about scandal in the White House. The the students believe that the press should be public would never have known about the able to publish freely. While that is about half Watergate scandal if the government conof the students in favor, everyone should be trolled the media. concerned that almost a third of the students Freedom of speech should not be taken want to censor the media. for granted when journalists are being The survey also showed that 73 percent of killed in other countries for trying to the students either did not know how they spread important news .

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In the greater scheme of life, the experience and emotion of love is cherished above all else. So many people are searching for that one soul mate that completes them, who they are destined to spend the rest oftheir lives with. z Yet, love is also a leading cause of grief 6 and agony, leaving most people depressed .... and defeated. Usually, the heartache outweighs the joy, but most of us return for more pain. Love and misery are interchangeable. Despite any history of rejection or anguish, the possibility of love is overpowering, regardless of how realistic or improbable it may be. Still, even with the pain, we continuously make ourselves vulnerable, exposing our emotions at the chance of getting hurt again. Why do we do it? Because at some point we experienced that highest moment of elation where another person made us feel decent about who we are. The best and worst part of falling in love is the unknown direction a relationship may take. It is a fine art that slowly has to be mastered in order to make it work- it's also so complicated it's exhausting. Paranoid and excited at the same time, the heart and mind flourish at the possibility of what's to come. Unsure whether to call at the risk of sounding too eager, or still figuring out what makes that special person tick adds to the excitement of the chase. Little details like what someone likes in their coffee and the way they flash a smile are what keep us coming back for more. Waiting for the next move masks any heartache from the past and leaves a permanent grin that shows just how goofy we feel. We get a secret insight into who they are with each little detail, enthralled to know this person on a deeper level. Love has no rationale. In fact, it's the most illogical emotion man carries. It boggles the mind to understand why some people act the way they do while in the throes of attraction. For one, there are some women who are unexplainably attracted to men who treat them badly. Thus, proving true the old adage 'Nice guys finish last." The nice guys can't catch a break. Mr. Nice Guy is usually the victim ofthe best friend syndrome, falling short ofthe girl he sought after, left as a spectator to the life he once dreamed of. Perhaps the girl sees him too much as someone who she relies on that she doesn't want to jeopardize any bond they may have. Then again, sometimes attraction just isn't mutual. Rejection is always a hard pill to swallow. It's one thing to gather enough strength to confront the object of affection, but to have that raw emotion on the table, only to be turned away is devastating. With confidence shaken, you're left numb , but still hurting. Wondering, how could something you were so sure of be wrong? When in reality there's likely nothing that could have been done to change the situation. When faced with love, we tend to have a delusional outlook on the situation. We see and hear what we want, but not necessarily what's real. We see signs that something's meant to be, but we ignore the obvious truth that it's not. While trying so desperately to achieve love and overcome heartache, each individual chooses his own happiness. Love is unexpected and unpredictable. Floating above the clouds one week, crushed and beaten the next, - with few exceptions it gives your emotions a beating. However, if someone is strong enough to master the art of romance by learning from heartache and euphoria alike, love is worth it.

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Every year, couples take time out from their busy schedules in order to spend time with each other, if only for one night. Valentine's Day, known as the "lover's holiday," on Feb. 14, gives couples a chance to relax and enjoy each • other's company. Candy, flowers and jewelry are nice gestures but to me, the best part of Valentine's Day is to spend it with someone I love. I am a full-time student working two part-time jobs. Between school, work and homework, I find very little time to spend with my boyfriend. It's not for lack of desire, but by the time I get home each night, I generally pass out on the couch before he can even suggest going out somewhere. Valentine's Day gives me at least one night where I can spend time with him. We don't even have to go anywhere, just being together without work, homework • or anything else to get in the way will be a very welcome change. It's nice to have at least one day a year dedicated to love. Valentine's Day is often seen as sappy and overhyped, but what's wrong with that? I like being allowed to act "sappy" once a year. Saying something sweet to your significant other shouldn't be frowned upon. It should be seen as a good thing. Too often we make sarcastic, witty remarks. It's nice to hear positive, loving comments for a change. Take children for example. They exchange Valentine's cards with happy, positive· messages on them and get to eat candy. How cool is that? They feel special because their classmates like them enough to give them cards, and on top of that, they get toeat -candyinclass. '"··-· _. - · ·~ ·. ·- · -·-"· '· .· Valentine's Day is a great opportunity to enjoy spending time wi'th people you love. You have an excuse to splurge on that expensive dinner and see that sappy romance movie that your girlfriend is begging you to see. Many people complain about the commercialism of Valentine's Day. Sure, we always see more advertising for Hallmark, Kay Jewelers and local florists around February, but that doesn't really matter. The reason we see so many advertisements is because they work. According to the American Association of Advertising Agencies, a 30-second commercial cost $372,000 in 2003. Do you really think Kay Jewelers, which seems to have ads on TV pretty regularly during January and early February, would spend $372,000 per 30-second slot if its business were V11lentine's D11y is 11 poorly? Commercials and commercialism are gre11t opportunity to doing a part of our day-to-day life here in the U.S. It enjoy spending time boosts our economy and proves that advertising, with people you love. especially around holidays, works marvelously. A lot of people think Valentine's Day was created by Hallmark for the express purpose of making a profit, but this is not true. There are many theories about the actual origin of Valentine's Day, but the majority agrees on a few details. St. Valentine was a Christian priest living in the Roman Empire around the late third century AD. He was persecuted for his faith and for conducting marriage ceremonies for young lovers in private. He wrote the first "valentine" (a love letter) to a woman while in prison. He was executed on Feb. 14 in 270 AD. Valentine's Day also coincides with a pagan holiday dedicated to fertility and mating that occurred in mid-February. So as you can see, Valentine's Day holds importance both historically and presently. In today's busy world, it becomes steadily harder to spend time with those we love, so we should take advantage to this one day a year where we can enjoy the company of friends and loved ones and not be criticized for it.

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Valentine's Day, like Christmas, has uniquely religious and controversial origins that have been long since forgotten in a retail world. One theory suggests that on Feb. 14, known originally as a day to celebrate the • Roman goddess of women and marriage, young adults would pick names of opposite-sex peers with whom to court for the following year. Another opinion states that on Feb. 14, A.D. 264, Saint Valentine was executed for refusing to relinquish his belief in Christianity and left his sweetheart a note signed "from your Valentine." However, the modern meaning of the holiday has grossly changed from its original tradtions. In 2005, Americans are expected to spend $13 billion on Valentine's Day gifts. Feb. 14 is to responsible for the single largest period of sales for both the candy and floral industries in the United States. I cannot recall any church services or community celebrations for St. Valentine that exist today. Instead there is a weeklong turmoil that watches an entire nation become infatuated with the colors red, pink, and white. TREY BANNON I TilE TEUSCOPE Love and affection are inherently linked due to human instinct and retail America capitalizes on this to sell chocolate. Who can blame them? Yahoo, the successful online search-engine-turned-retail-megaplex, has announced its plans to hold events across the United States, covering single men and women in dried straw and having lucky contestants search for their 'needle in a haystack.' Romantic indeed! There isn't 'anoth<Jr time of tb"

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tle candy hearts, which taste like chalk, can be sold in such immense quantities. I willfully admit to taking part in the search to find an outrageously massive teddy beat during the late hours of Feb. 13. Yes, I'm one ofthose guys standing in a checkout line at 10:30 p.m. the night before, finishing up the shopping that every man hates and puts off to the last minute. Not to draw another comparison, but it's worse than Christmas shopping. Undeniably, men stand to lose the most when Cupid love tmd 11Heetion starts his annual flights. Less than two months after another historically romantic holiday, New Year's Eve, the 1111 inherently linked male mind is again imbedded with the horrors of finding due to hum11n instintt some magical gift to sweep his girlfriend or wife off of her feet- or to impress someone who wouldn't otherwise give 11nd ret11il Ameritll t11pit11lizes on this. him the time of day. Commercials and advertisements for romantic dinners, specialty teddy bear shops and florists flood the media starting in mid-January, painting the picture of a perfect way to surprise your sweetheart. Humbug. Magnetic kissing bears, chocolate boxes the size of small children and Mylar balloon bouquets are the norm during a week dedicated to draining the wallets of men everywhere. The seed of this marketable masterpiece is sowed into children at an early age, preying on 'puppy love' to sell millions of cardboard cards with cartoons on them. Then they are to be passed out during elementary school celebrations where not only is this behavior allowed, but encouraged! The second-graders of America need a little romance in their lives too, right? I wonder what Cupid himself would say about his holiday becoming another marketing gimmick. While I confess that I will again endure the dreadful misery of such a one-sided holiday by lining up to buy more presents for my valentine, I certainly don't need a flying archer telling me when it is acceptable to spoil her.

"Some of the gifts like chocolate and teddy bears are too corny. Put a little effort m it. A romantic dinner goes a long way."

"Buying gifts on Valentine's day is a must to show that you love someone."

Crystal Peruchetti PSYCHOLOGY

"I hate Valentine's Day! All it does is let single people sob in their sorrows. There's no point to it!"

Rvan Dunnam CdMPUTER SCIENCE

"It's still an underground holiday. It's an oppurtunity to be creative for someone you care about."

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• POLICE: Newly formed task force to examine role of armed police on campus CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

on the task force. Katie Townsend-Merino, president of 11 the faculty senate, said in the past the 0ur prim11ry function is to m11ke this tllmpus 11 faculty senate has opposed having armed s11le 11nd secure environment lor le11rning ••• officers on campus. Townsend-Merino said the budget has not been the only p11rt of our duty is 11/so to provide service to concern - safety has. the tllmpus community. 11 "Overall, instructors don't like guns. Townsend-Merino said. Joe Newmyer, interim vice president of fiscal services, requested the formation of the task force. He took over as head of campus finances last July. Tony Cmz ''Their budget was a real eye-opener," INTERIM CHIEF OF POLICE Newmyer said. "I was surprised for a Department - service and protection. At the meeting, Newmyer said that campus like Palomar - to see a police "Our primary function is to make this while major changes to the force were a force of that size." possibility, there will not be any layoffs campus a safe and secure environment for The department's budget last year was learning," Cruz said. ''Part of our duty is also something Newmyer repeated during an $2.1 million. to provide service to the campus communiinterview. Considering the ongoing budget probty." Newmyer said any reduction in the lems and low crime on campus, Newmyer Campus police provide services such as number of armed officers would be done said the budget was worth looking into. through attrition. Existing officers would night-time safety escorts, unlocking cars for The best way to do that was to create the owners who have locked their keys inside be kept, but their positions would be elimtask force, he said. and jump starting cars with dead batteries. inated upon retirement or other form of The Campus Police Advisory departure. Governing board member Mark Evilsizer Committee, or CPAC has been the main The elimination of an armed force is one said many in the Palomar community have body to oversee and make recommendathe perception that Palomar is completely possibility. The task force will also look at tions to the police force. isolated from crime. the budget and the needs Newmyer said a Evilsizer said Palomar must have a visible of the college, and will more broad-based task 11 police force on campus to help deter crimialso examine keeping the 1heir budget WIIS II tell/ force was needed to nals. He added that individuals from the current mixture of armed assess the real needs of eye-opener ... I w11s sursurrounding community, including people officers and community the campus and bring prised lor 11 c11mpus like who use the Transit Center, have access to service officers. forward a set of serious P11lom11r - to see 11 police the campus and may be involved in criminal recommendations. Joe Madrigal, vice 11 activities. president of student servAt the Feb. 4 SPC Ioree olth11t size. "I support having sworn, armed police on meeting, several memices, said he hopes to see campus if they are balanced with a proper bers voiced concern - Joe Newmyer· a good balance of CSOs amount of CSOs," Evilsizer said. VICE PRESIDENT Of FISCAL SERVICES and armed officers in the about the creation of Bishop also emphasized the need for offithe task force and what future. He added that he cers to be more visible on campus. Bishop they said was an sees the need for a small said the task force will need to weigh "the -rather than a large- armed force. attempt to circumvent established protobudget versus the threat." "All of our police ·officers need to be servcol and the members of the CPAC. "The task force needs to look at what we ice-oriented," Madrigal said. "I see the Bishop, who is the chairmen of the need, how much that would cost and how CSOs as just as important as the armed CPAC, said any assessment that could best to spend that money," Newmyer said. officers." result in something as broad as elimiHe added that although the police force's natine an armP.rl force should include Interim police chief Tony Cruz also the CPAC. emphasized the dual role of the Police budget was $2.1 million last year, it spent

only $1.1 million. Cruz said several vacancies were the main reason the department underspent. Newmyer said even though the department only spent half its budget, its budget request for this year increased. The department's main source of revenue is from student parking permits. Last year parking permit revenue was about $1.5 million. By law, revenue collected from student permits must be used for police or parking lot improvements and expansion. Newmyer said how these funds are being spent will be examined by the task force. In Fall 2004 a proposal to increase parking fees by $5 wa:s endorsed by the Associated Student Government and the CPAC. Bishop, the ASGs adviser and the CPAC chair, said they supported the permit increase before they knew about the budget. "The Police Department came to us and said they were running out of funds, letting CSOs go and were not going to be able to provide escorts," Bishop said. "They made a compelling argument to the ASG and they supported it." The task force will begin meeting in early March but has not set a timetable for when the recommendations will be presented to college president Robert Deegan and the governing board. Deegan said he believes a number of different models may work for Palomar's police force. "It is important that the recommendations create a police force that ensures the safety of all those in the community," Deegan said. "I want people to feel safe and welcome on campus."

•CONTINUED CLUB RUSH: Several clubs use Club Rush to promote campus involvement FROM PAGE 1 American Student Association. of today's pop culture is not. One of the clubs that set up a booth at Club "Just because youth is influenced by what Rush was the Palomar College Democrats. is popular doesn't mean that they won't vote "We're here because we want to get people Republican," Kittinger said. "We hope to get involved with the democratic process," said our message out so students will know what club member and Democratic State Party we stand for before they decide who to vote central committee member Cody Campbell. for." "It doesn't matter to us which way you vote, Besides political clubs, there were also clubs as long as you understand what each side at Club Rush with religious affiliations. One stands for." of these was the LatterCampbell and his fellow club Day Saints Student members were collecting 1Tou m11y w11ntto join if Association. names and e-mail addresses 1 "We hope to answer from students who were inter- you te 11n e11rth-scienee any questions that peom11jor or just somebody ested in joining. ple might have about our "We've already collected five who likes science. II religion today," said sheets or so of names," LDSSA council member Campbell said. "I think we've - Clu·ysta TeiiN· James Choi. "Hopefully, done pretty well for ourselves we can straighten up any PALOMAR GEOSCIE NCE CONNECTION today." misunderstandings that Also at Club Rush were the people have about College Republicans, who, in addition to collect- Mormonism." ing information from prospective members, A campus earth-science club was also there. were also collecting signatures for a petition to ''You may want to join if you're an earth- sciban illegal immigrants from obtaining driver's ence major or just somebody who likes scilicenses in California. ence," said Chrysta Teller of the Palomar ''We're all out here today to stand up for what Geoscience Connection. ''We help students get we believe in," said member Steve Kittinger. a hands-on approach to geology." "People will have misconceptions about what The Geoscience Connection recently took this party stands for until we get the right field trips to Anza Borrego and Palm Canyon, information out there, and that's what we're Teller said. trying to do." "We also want to get people interested in Kittinger said he believes many college taking earth-science courses if they haven't students are conservative, even though much taken any yet," Teller said.

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Students Casey Woodall (left) and Marianne Holtz check out the Geoscience Club booth at club rush on Feb. 3.

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On the first Saturday of every month, people clad in hiking boots and windbreakers gather to explore the system of trails that runs through San Marcos. The destination for the month of February was Discovery Lake. Coordinator Susan LaJ oi weaved her way through the crowd of about 80 hikers with sign-in sheets. Some of the people had been on a previous hike, but newcomers who learned about the hikes from local newspapers made up most of the group. "We might as well get a tour of the city we live in," said first time participant Maureen Brewer. Two groups formed at the request of LaJoi: a fast group and a slow group. The hike began on Twin Oaks Valley Road, heading across the 78 Freeway towards Cal State San Marcos. Throughout the morning, hikers received information about the areas through which they hiked, including details about area plant and wildlife. "This is also known as the Town to Gown Road because it leads from the town of San Marcos to the college where students get their graduation gowns," said LaJoi of Twin Oaks Valley Road. "The trees along here are called tipuanas trees and come from Brazil. They get nice yellow blooms on them in the spring." Hikers also learned about species called anna's hummingbirds and ruddy ducks , as well as some of the history of San Marcos and its economy. The next portion of the hike took the groups up a long flight of stairs and through part of Cal State San Marcos's campus. Many of the hikers expressed pleasure and even a little awe at the growth of the campus. "The expansion of the college sure is something to see," Brewer said. From the campus, the hikers continued on to new trails that cut between rows of houses in residential areas. Many of these trails are still under construction. The city plans to create a system of trails as new areas develop instead of trying to retrofit the city in years to come, LaJoi said. The residential trails led to Discovery Lake, which also has direct access from the road.

Discovery Lake rests at the base of the hills next to Hanson Quarry. More trails lead up into the hills to South Lake, Double Peak and San Marcos' own Mount Whitney. Those trails were left for another time, though, as this was the end of the day's hike. Most of the hikers headed back down Twin Oaks Valley Road to the Civic Center, while a few stayed at the lake a little longer to enjoy its beauty. "It's invigorating," said first-time hiker Bud Treadwell. "It feels good to walk in groups and have conversations." Volunteers from Friends of San Marcos Trails and city employees have led these hikes on the first Saturday of every month since 1991. The size of each month's group ranges from 20 to 100 hikers, with each hike splitting into two subgroups to accommodate the walking abilities of the participants. The next hike is March 5 at Daley Ranch. This hike will feature the history of the Daley Ranch House, which was built in the 1920's, and the native plants and animals of the area. The Daley Ranch hike will be rugged, as it takes place on the ranch's 3,000-acre open preserve. "There are lots of native plants and birds up in the Daley Ranch area, as well as some mountain lions, though we hope not to see any of those," LaJoi said. The group will explore the San Elijo Ridgeline on the April 2 hike. This outing includes an optional side trip up to the microwave overlook, which will provide views of Lake San Marcos, the Pacific Ocean and the Palomar Mountain Range. Hikers of all ages and levels of experience are welcome. Dogs are allowed on the hikes, but must stay on a leash at all times. All hikes are free . They begin promptly at 9 a.m. and end at noon. For more information, call (760) 744-9000, ext. 3508.

SARAH FOGLESONG I THE TELESCOPE

Participants in a hike through San Marcos, held in different locations the first Saturday of every month, were led to Discovery Lake Feb. 5. The trails thread through natural and residential areas.

Abroad inSpain

by Rachel Keeler

Student plunges (It head first into European culture

s I settle down at my laptop to write, I push aside my brand new copy of Don Quixote and absentmindedly jot down an appointment on my calendar. My desk is littered with the signs of busy student life. Above a mess of books, papers, old magazines and mail, a myriad of small post-it notes line my wall. "Send transcripts: SDSU, UCSD." "Buy shampoo; sell car; cancel insurance." I have a lot to do. In less than a week, I will leave the country to study in Spain for three months. Three monthsthat's a really long time. And while I will come back eventually, in the midst of selling my car, quitting my job and canceling my cell phone, I feel like I'm beginning a whole new life. The trip-an annual study abroad program offered through Palomar College - will take me to Salamanca, a historic city about 100 miles northwest of Madrid. The University of Salamanca is one of the oldest and most prestigious in Europe, founded in 1218 by the King of Leon. Columbus is said to have consulted astronomers there before his journey to the new world. I will be consulting Dramamine and a good neck pillow as I retrace his stens back across the Atlantic on my 12-hour flight, but I'm hoping the same spirit of adventure will prevail. When he set sail from Spain in 1492, Columbus could not have fathomed all he would find and how it would transform the world. Such is the course of history. For better or worse, innovative ideas, places and experiences mold and prod us forward. For a lot of people, the prodding starts here, in college. But up to this point, school has offered a fairly flat cultural journey - ink on a page blurred by hours of studying. Those of us lucky enough to travel usually do so as tourists - a snippet of custom here, a taste of diversity there - and then back home it is with souvenirs in tow. Studying abroad is a completely different concept. The brochure calls it immersion. Program veterans don't hesitate to dub it a life-changing experience. For 12 weeks, I will learn to eat and cook Spanish food, speak the Spanish language, live a Spanish lifestyle and generally absorb Spanish culture. I will even get to stay with a Spanish family. As with most of Europe, it is said that each step on a walk through Salamanca is one brimming with living history. Every morning on my way to school, I will tread old cobblestone streets and pass beneath golden sandstone architecture adorning buildings that outdate my own country. My journalistic instinct will remind me to pick up a Spanish newspaper along the way, a good way to start learning about European politics. Having grown up in the United States, an increasingly ethnocentric society, I am eager to gain different perspectives on international affairs and to learn about foreign perspectives of America from those who form them. The view back across the ocean is drastically different, and it is one I can't wait to have. And it is a view I will share with you here. Each week you can plunge with me into the unknown. I invite you to share my explorations, struggles and discoveries over the next three months. You might even find a fresh perspective of your own. Rachel Keeler is participating in Palomar College's spring study abroad program in Salamanca, Spain. She will be corresponding each week in the Telescope and on the Telescope Online at www.the-telescope.com. Contact her at rkeeler333@yahoo. com.

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By Jessica Halston

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Breanna Bozin, Palomar College sophomore, hunches over a notebook in the college's Student Center. Bozin sits with a friend in the large space, surrounded by tables full of couples. Bozin has been in a relationship for four years, but she sits with a friend at the small square table. Her boyfriend moved to Irvine two and a half years ago, and they've main- : tained a long-distance relationship since. "It's hard not seeing him ," Bozin said. "You miss the physical attraction, but it's wurLh iL."

Bozin isn't alone. In a recent survey of 35 randomly-selected Palomar students, 40 percent of those polled have been or are currently involved in a long-distance relationship. A majority of students who had not tried it said they wouldn't dismiss the idea. For Bozin and others in her situation, accepting the challenge means working toward shared emotions and experiences that most couples may take for granted.

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Palomar students Keri Kaiser and Sean Ross sit across from each other at a gray table. Kaiser and Ross used to be in a long-distance relationship and now maintain what appears to be a healthy friendship.

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The pair chuckle to admit they used to date, but offer advice to couples considering a long-distance entanglement. Kaiser said it was hard to express emotion across the distance. "Make sure you're still open with the other person," she said. In a pamphlet available online, the University of Missouri-Rolla's Counseling Center identifies seven main factors as the keys to success in a long-distance relationship, including effective communication, commitment, the ability to take risks, trust, independence fur each person, mutual ' respect and clear expectations from both partners. Most Palomar students polled said they thought communication was the most important factor. The pamphlet explains that maintaining an open dialogue during the relationship ensures that neither partner feels stifled and ultimately makes it easier to share feelings. Commitment is a major element in any relationship, but being away from a partner puts a greater test to the bond. Commitment in this situation is dependent upon both partner's willingness to take risks and their trust in one another. Each side has to be confident that new experiences and people in each other's lives are not threatening to the relationship . Further, neither partner can

be afraid to go out and have new think of each other often. Phone experiences on their own. calls and e-mails keep the lines Having hobbies and friends in of communication open, but it is the area helps ease the loneli- equally beneficial for each partness of being without a loved ner to remind themselves of the one and also provides positive other person through writing to material for conversation with a or about them, listening to their favorite significant songs or other. looking at Mutual "M11ke sure you're serious respect is 11boutthe person. You eould pictures. Webb suggained in a 11/so try it to see il you're gests playing relationship a game with if all of these me11nt to be together." your partner factors are - Sean Ross in place. PALOMAR COLLEGE STUDENT online so you are able to The final laugh togethstep is being straightforward about each er over common experience. other's expectations for the relaCare packages can be therationship. Both sides have to be peutic to assemble and a powerserious about making it work ful reminder to the recipient. A across the distance -for as long typical box may include picas needed. tures, souvenirs from each partKaiser and Ross said they ner's location, or samples of wouldn't discourage a friend perfume or cologne. who is serious about trying this Webb emphasizes type of relationship. homemade gifts, "Make sure you're serious such as cards or mix about the person," Ross said. tapes , as a great "But you could also try it to see gesture from men if you're meant to be together. and women. You just have to take a chance." The element of surprise is charming in ' Keepint the romance alive any relationship, but particularGiven the distance, it takes ly when seeing each other is not some extra work to keep the an option. Phone calls for the romance alive. sole purpose of whispering In an article published on lov- sweet nothings or a card in the ingyou.com, a web forum for mail are small gestures with relationships, writer Brettani generous consequences. Webb addressed tips for miliWhen you are able to reunitP tary relationships that apply in with your partner, Webb recomall long-distance relationships. mends casting aside daily rouWebb stressed the need for tine in order to spend time couples to interact everyday, if doing something together, such not several times a day, and to as going somewhere neither of

Casablanca: Nothing like the classics to show how it's really done. Bogey is too cool as he pours his sorrow along with a bottle of gin. Then he leaves his woman wanting more as he jets off with her heart. And, really, what says romance better than Nazi Europe during the height ofWWII? The Shinint: Uncharacteristic? Sure, but she'll be clutching on to you throughout the night. Be her protector as the demented kid chants, "Red Rum" and cabin fever-stricken Jack terrorizes the snowed-in cabin with an axe. • • T1tan1c: There's a reason most people saw this three-hour epic six

Jerry Matuire: Hot shot sports agent Jerry Maguire is a man's man with a soft side. This is for anyone looking to give their boss the finger and rediscover who they are while discovering new love at the same time. Ladies, show your man that you won't be second fiddle to any football game or some loudmouth kid with glasses. You had me at Cuba Gooding ...

times, and it wasn't for Leo's acting. Like it or not, it set the pinnacle of romance for this generation. There's no love greater than forbidden love - plus you get to see Leo turn into an ice cube. She'll translate that flying scene at sunset to flying into your arms at midnight. Keep watching after the credits for the alternate ending.

Sleepless in Seattle: Suck it up, guys, this one will make your lady melt. Lonely guy meets lonely girl after nosey kid calls a radio station to set them up. The film rips off the 1957 film, "An Affair to Remember," but the Empire State Building scene still makes the ladies gush. There's something about Meg Ryan that tugs at her heart. Guys, you can show that you're the spontaneous romantic, even if you're really not.

For when you 11re 11p11rt Hith Fidelity:

"Which came first, the music or the misery?" Watching this movie channel the frustration and angst of love will make being alone a little bit easier. Plus rock aficionado Jack Black adds some flare degenerating anyone who ever considered listening to Belle & Sebastian or Josh Groban to identify with their heartache.

Rules of Attraction: The most r: the pitfalls of love. Watch it open w followed by it playing backwards t< rates. After seeing the bizarre col watching Dawson get his heart step be tied down.

The Weddint Sinter: SurroundE ery, Adam Sandler finds the r;:_;rfE Sandler captures the mixture of sor riddled tribute to The Cure. We ca mercy on the happy couples trying t ness.

Donnie Darko: With the world nothing like a demented bunny to spective. Clinging to a moment, lo not to do when searching for a lJm will make even the most suicidal lo

Swinvers: The ultimate movie j shows how to be "money" and make ing this flick, thousands of men for1 days to call. Who needs pretty bab love to get drunk and play video ga

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you have visited. Sharing in new experiences and spending time alone together is important to your sense of closeness. Fulfillment in a long-distance relationship is not difficult if bot\ _ partners are willing to work harder than normal to enrich each other's lives. Part of being happy in any relationship is knowing who you are and what you want out of life and in a companion . The University of Missouri pamphlet highlights the need for eac·H partner to also work towards making themselves happy through keeping busy with activities they enjoy and having support from friends and family to fall back on. The staff at Palomar's Health .Services said they've seen an increased number of people seeking counsel after loved ones have ' . departed for military 'duty, and they stress the need for those individuals to find support from people who know and love them. B"zin added that she believes couples should have spent some time as a couple in proximity before attempting a long-distance relationship. "You need time to get to know each other," she said. The extra effort that goes into maintaining a long-distance rela-'-1onship is worth the rewards for people like Bozin. "We talk everyday, sometimes 17 times a day," Bozin said, a sheepish smile coloring her cheeks.

perverse movie ever made about vith complete psychological pain .o show how love slowly deteriollege relationships unravel and Jped on, you'll be thankful not to

ed by love, but drowning in mis'ect 1edium - unbridled rage. rrow and fury with his explicitly an all relate when he shows no to shine a rainbow into his dark-

i ending in seven days , there's put the meaning of love in permely sociopaths can learn what 1pan•.:Jn. Watching Donnie suffer Jver feel normal.

for single guys. Vince Vaughan : the ladies want more. After see·ever live by the rule to wait two oies when you have friends who tme hockey?

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"The Way You Look Tonight" by Tony Bennett-

Old-fashioned, sure, but the classics never fade. Besides, guys like Tony did it with class- a true romantic. The gentle piano and graveled voice set the mood for love. Played with candles, rose pedals and a glass of wine, treat her right and she'll be yours.

"Unchained Melody" bv The Righteous Brothers-

The soundtrack to every great romance of the last 40 years. Take this Motown ba!lad for all it's worth. Start out with a slow dance during the gradually rising first verse. Then move in for the kiss as the tempo increases, and they belt out the chorus. It worked for Patrick Swayze.

"Somebody's Baby" by Jackson Browne-

There's no better way to say, "I love you" with an 80's vibe than with this song. This one's for anybody with a crush about to take that first leap, putting their heart on the line. Guaranteed to make you cooler than Spicoli.

"Let's Get it On" by Marvin Gaye- Let the music do all the talking. Caution though, use sparingly funkiness may occur.

"Such Great Heights" bv Iron and Wine-

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the "Garden State" soundtrack, the hit by The Postal Service is slowed down to a breathy, acoustic guitar ballad. When you're holding the one you love, close your eyes and take in the moment, with lyrics like, "The freckles in our eyes are mirror images and when we kiss they perfectly align."

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~ong" Forget 311. The sound of Robert Smith's raw agony can bring down even the most upbeat teenie bopper. This desperate final plea for love oozes the misery of an entire generation .

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"Yesterday" by The Beatles-

There's a reason this is the most covered song in rock history, only 'The Beatles knew how to say it best. It also inspires a dep!'essing thought: If we're repeating it 40 years later, then love was never really an easy game to play.

"Somebody" bv Depeche Mode-

Longing for the perfect companion, the ballad drowns in sorrow. Listening to it will brmg back memories of past love out of reach and dreams ofthe unexpected dream date.

"Under the Bridge" bv Red Hot Chili Peppers-

A great chill-out song when yqu're all by yourself. Forget about the bad days and' heartache behind you. Embrace bachelorhood, ar1d appreciate what you have. The Chili Peppers suggest this is best done dancing in briefs or strolling the streets of Los Angeles. The latter is probably not the best idea.

"She Hates Me'' by Puddle of Mudd-

No, tell us what you really think. The band gets right to the point with this ode to a woman's scorn, not that they sound too broken up about . it. Take a lesson from them, and forget about the heartless monster that ripped your heart out.

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• PROFESSOR: Carli instrumental in bringing veterans education to Palomar CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

basketball player too." Carli oversaw several advancements during his time at Palomar, including the Director of Veterans' Education. Carli was honored for his work with veterans during last year's veteran's memorial dedication ceremony. Carli also served as dean of Community Education, where he created satellite campuses at Camp Pendleton, Fallbrook, Pala, Borrego Springs and Poway. Carli was especially admired by his colleagues for his work in the field of humanities. "He was a brave individual taking the Humanities Department on by himself," Zacharais said. He had an overwhelming knowledge and was a lover of many books. Carli co-authored "The Now Voices," an anthology of contemporary poetry. He received two Fulbright Fellowships , which allowed him to teach in Durham, England and Perugia, Italy. "He was a warm and great credit to the department," said English Professor Rocco Versaci. He only knew Carli briefly, but said that he was very helpful as Versaci was coming in. Versaci also said Carli felt passionate about his work and offered great advice as to how the school should be operated. "He reminded me to always 'fight the good fight on behalf

of students,"' said English Professor Barbara Kelber. "And that the opportunity to teach them at the college level was a great gift to each one of us as faculty members." English Professor Steve Wozniak said Carli had a profound influence on his life and career since 1965 . Wozniak said Carli opened the door to his teaching career in 1972 as a part of a GI Bill Marine predischarge program. Wozniak said one of his fondest memories was Carli's ability to cook. "Instead of working at the race track over the summer, he could have made much more money as an executive chef," Wozniak said. "But then, he wouldn't have had those stories to regale us with, since railbirds are a more colorful group than diners." Angelo Carli is survived by his wife Ann Carli of Carlsbad; daughter Sabrina Carli of San Clemente; son and daughterin-law Philip Carli and Alice Carli and granddaughter Lydia Carli of Rochester, N.Y. A service was held for friends and family Feb. 12 at Eternal Hills Memorial Chapel. Donations may be made to the Daniel Lucas Scholarship Fund in industrial design, #095142, California State University Long Beach Foundation , 6300 State University Drive, St. 332, Long Beach CA 90815.

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On Jan. 29, former English and humanities professor Angelo Carli, passed away due to complications from cancer. Carli, seen above at the Nov. 11 veterans memorial dedication, was instrumental in bringing Veteran's education to Palomar.

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Have you ever seen a beard ed, bespectacled, Canadian man wearing a striped pink shirt gyrating to jungle music from outer space? This was the eclectic scene at Concert Hour on Feb. 3 . Morris Palter went to town on the xylophone, and Colin McAllister played the guitar expertly while the audience had a great time. Concert Hour is a free musical event which takes place every Thursday afternoon during the semester in the newly renovated Performance Lab Room D10. Doors open at 12:20, with seating on a first-come , first-served basis. If you missed what Palter called "the only xylophone and guitar duo we've ever

heard of," you need not fret . Concert Hour is "a tradition at Palomar College," said programs coordinator Randy Hoffman. "This is a popular series we are proud of." "Everyone can attend," Hoffman said, "Students, staff and community members." The program begins at 12:30 p.m. and ends at 1:20. Late arrivals are admitted to the hall and seated during a performance pause as long as seats are available. The Concert Hour Web site calls this season a "music enrichment series presented for our students and the community by the Palomar College Performing Arts Department". "All our performances are quality," Hoffman said. "Some of our performers this season come from out of

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Morris Palter played ragtime blues xylophone at Concert Hour Feb. 3. Palter is a music instructor at UCSD, and has been the principal percussionist for The La Jolla Symphony Orchestra since 1999.

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Colin McAllister played guitar at Concert Hour on Feb. 3 in the performance lab. McAllister received his Doctorate in music from UCSD.

town and have advanced degrees in music," he said. They come from Los Angeles , Indiana University, The University of California San Diego and San Diego State University, Hoffman said. . "We try to ~eature all dif- . ferent styles of music," Hoffman said , "jazz, ragtime, classical, vocalists as many quality performers as we can find." In keeping with the goal of featuring a broad palette, Concert Hour will feature everything from the "ragtime blues" of Palter and McAllister to the music from the upcoming Palomar theatrical production of "The Who 's Tommy" on March 3.

Hoffman said on Feb. 10, "Solo Jazz Piano," featuring Concert Hour will feature the associate director of two San Diegans, including Jazz studies at UC San percussionist Nathan Diego, Rick Helzer on Hubbard , a graduate of March 10. "Music for Piano, Palomar's music program. Four Hands" will feature While students or staff of Ronald Palomar are not More bello paid, Hoffman "We're the only a n d said, all other Gross mont perform e rs xylophone and guitar College proreceive a special duo we've ever fessor donation. Marion heard of." Upcoming clasRodewald. - Morris Palter sical guitar per" F o u r formances Hands," is a include an international duet piano performance. award winner named Peter To finish out the spring Jankovic on Feb. 24, and 2005 season, Concert Hour Arthur Golden on April 28 . will feature the "Music Upcoming piano perform- Student Honor Recital." ances include "The This last performance will Romantic Piano," featuring be made up of a special selecMichael Sellers on Feb. 17, tion of student musicians.

Unwritten Law returns to their punk rock roots By Chris Reddoch

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"'C.P.K! C.P.K! C.P.K!" The sold out crowd at Soma was chanting the song they wanted to hear next from local favorite Unwritten Law. "Oh you wanna hear some old stuff huh?" Asked lead singer Scott Russo. ''Well when you put it like that ... " The band jumped into the classic song C.P.K, (Crazy Poway Kids) and drew the loudest cheers of the night. The mosh pit exploded and band members looked delighted at the response. They were here to play portions of their new album entitled "Here's to the mourning" as part of a CD release party, but seemed content to play some of their earlier material for older fans. They had taken to the stage with the first three songs off their new release, but as the night went on they mixed songs from their five previous albums with new material. The show at Soma was a fast paced set that never really slowed down until the encore, when they did a song written about Russo's daughter: "Cailin." Their energy was contagious as the crowd sang along and kept the mosh pit moving. The band rocked their way through new songs with such enthusiasm that even if the crowd didn't know the words, they were still clapping their hands and moving to the beat. Unwritten Law has come a long way from 1994's

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"Blue Room," going through four record labels, two bassists, and more recently adding a drummer. With their current single "Save Me" in heavy radio rotation they finally seem ready for music domination. But is their sound unique enough not to get lost in the mainstream? For this album the band chose Sean Beavan as producer, · who has also produced albums for Marilyn Manson and Nine Inch Nails. ''We were just looking for someone who could

actually do something with our sound, and he is a mad scientist, he got some amazing sounds for our guitars and drums," says bassist Pat Kim. "I'm really happy with this record, people say we totally changed our sound, but we have always been changing our sound ... this record is the next step in our evolution to take over the world," said guitarist Steve Morris. Long term fans were somewhat disappointed in 2002's "Elva," due to the albums lean toward a more pop sound, but the band seems to switch back toward their punk roots with this new release. Although there current single "Save Me" is more Blink 182 than Bad Brains, the rest of the album features some hard hitting guitars on tracks like "Get Up", "Lost Control", "F.I.G.H.T." and hidden track "Machine Must Go." The highlight of the CD, "She Says" goes between an acoustic melody and a thrashing guitar blast, with a message, "She says I don't love you like I loved you before." Listeners may soon be saying the same thing about this CD however. The songs start to get repetitious, and the lyrics lack strength. With choruses like "Get up/Cause I'm bored/ Get up off the floor," and "I like the way that she moves when she moves me/I like the way that she feels when she feels me," the strength of this record lies not in the lyrics, but the music. It's not a bad ride when you consider this album as a transition. Here's to the mourning, lets see what these Crazy Poway Kids can do next.

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A giant fake pool in the middle ofthe stage, plastic guns that shoot bubbles, and various other props got the audience laughing, cheering and having a good time right from the start of "Fusion: Dance and Music Live." "Fusion," on Feb. 6, was the first major dance performance of the semester, and showcased talent from all around San Diego. The opening number, "Ode to Esther," not only had audiences laughing, but it also had more props on stage than any other number that night. The second dance, "Memory," choreographed by Molly Faulkner, was a modern dance that very eloquently expressed how memories can come back to haunt you. "Memory" starred Janie Vanderhma with solo dance performance by Megan Mosley and Mary Reesei, who all danced flawlessly. The show took a turn with "Ours Not Ours" by Lower Left. It was trying to make a strong political statement and featured the choreographers, Jane Blount, Rebecca Brant and Margaret Paek. Most of the dance looked like the performers were just running around in circles that looked out of sync. The dancers also started to sing, but just when they were getting started, th ey stopped. In their half songs and dizzying circles, they did mention the pledge of an allegiance. When they sang it and got to the part "these states under God"

they replaced the word "God" with the word "justices." Each individual element distracted me from the overall dance , and I was unclear what the message was supposed to be. I only clapped because it was the polite thing to do. Before I gave up on the rest of the show, "Wishing Well," choreographed by Melissa Nunn from SDSU, started. It featured four stunning dancers to a hip Egyptian style techno theme. The costumes in this dance were some of my favorite of the night. Two gold, two sliver, mixed with the perfect lighting from the theater made for quite a show. The dancers looked like more physically coordinated Bond Girls the only thing missing was the gadgets.

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My favorite dance of the night was "Even So" by Dave Massey from Mira Costa. The dance was the most unique of the night, in both choreography and music choice. It combined the music of Rachael Yamagata and the song "Somebody Someone" by KORN. It was inspired by poet Dean Koontz's "The Book of Counted Sorrows." I was amazed at how well they combined all these very different elements into one dance.

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_The result of mixing tales of exotic locals, scientific informat ion on sexual stimulation and several first-hand accounts on the powers of natural aphrodisiacs is "Hot Plants." Author Chris Kilham, also called The Medicine Hunter, takes readers on a journey around the world in search of the most potent natural aphrodisiacs. Unfortunately, the entire book does not read as an epic adventure. The narrative jumps from the middle of a rainforest to a scientific report on studies of a plant conducted in the U.S. This is because Hot Plants is also an herbal supplement Kilha m h elped create. However, Kilham's enthusiasm for h is product carries the reader from one plant and continent to the next. In "Hot Plants," Kilham discusses 10 natural aphrodisiacs. Some of the plants' aphrodisiac powers come directly from

their ability to aid certain sexual functions, while others get their potency from their ability to reduce the harmful results of stress. One of these stress-reducing plants comes from Russia and is called Rhodiola rosea. According to Kilham, the stress reducing agents in Rhodiola not only improve an individual's sex life, but also an individual's strength, energy and stamina. In pursuit of Rhodiola, Kilham takes readers on long treks through the Siberian countryside. The phrase "hard like wood" was a favorite among local users of this hot plant to describe its sexual effects in men. Another of Kilham's plants, Horny Goat Weed, is aptly named for its powers as a sexual enhancer. The story of this plant comes from China with a long history of use by locals, both for people and for livestock. In search of a plant called catuaba, Kilham takes readers

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to Brazil. There, Kilham learned an impor ta nt lesson wh en he tried a local "super sex sh ake." Do not try aphrodisiacs alone. "I decided to forego any more super sex shakes as long as I had no partner with whom to

sh are the benefits," Kilham said. The most common of all the a phrodisiacs Kilham mentioned, though, was chocolate. According to Kilham, lovers have used chocolate to add extra pleasure to th eir love-

making experiences as far back as the Aztec Emperor Montezuma. He reportedly drank a large goblet of unsweetened chocolate just before bedding the women of his harem. Venetian explorer and author Casanova of the 1700s also made sure to eat chocolate before making love. Chocolate differs from the rest of Kilham's plants in th at it improves the psychological experience of love, as opposed to the other hot plants that improve the physical experience of lovemaking. "Both a mood food and a love drug, chocolate pleasantly alters your state of mind and tickles the heart chakra," said Kilham. The result is that lovers who do not have any physical intentions can use chocolate effectively as well. In th e end, though , "Hot Plants" is all about one thing: good sex. If you want it, this book will tell you h ow to get it. Before readers of his book go out and test the efficacy of a few a phrodisiacs, Kilha m r eminds them of one thing: to have sex responsibly. Otherwise, Kilham said he wishes everyone good and happy loving.

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Palomar freshman Caitlin Haley is self-proclaimed to be a devoted and well-rounded person. Her accomplishments stretch from school to sports awards and even to a field in politics. Haley, 19, grew up in Alaska in what some called a "Brady Bunch" family. This is because of the fact that she was one of the seven children. Being the second oldest child, she said she led her brothers and sisters to live life to the fullest. Despite the stereotypical view of Alaska being a frigid, snow-covered dark wilderness, Haley describes it as cold in the winter and hot in the summer. ''I grew up in a big city called Wasilla, which is much like the city of San Diego," Haley said. "My city of Wasilla probably had a population of about 200,000." Haley is currently playing the position of guard for the Comet's basketball team and is working to obtain her degree in Kinesiology. She has plans to continue p 1a yin g b ask e tball at a four-year university. H a 1e y . began playing sports in fifth grade with recre·ational basketball. She then moved on to playing a whole array of sports in high school. She was in cross-country, track, soccer, volleyball, and basketball. "I think that it is hard to juggle sports and school, but school has always come first for me," Haley said. "If I wasn't doing well in school then I wouldn't be playing basketball." She received the President's Scholar award at Palomar in 2003 for obtaining a 4.0 grade point average. "Caitlin has got her priorities

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stmight between school and athlet- moving down to California. ics," said the women's basketball "After that, coming to Palomar kind coach, Roger Moses. "Education is of just fit," she said. Haley came to important to her, as it should be." Palomar in the summer of 2003. Haley began excelling in school It hasn't always been easy for during her stay in Alaska. She Haley, though. She tore her Anterior became the Student Body Cruciate Ligament in her President at Wasilla 111 think thllt it is junior year of high school and had to have surgery. High School where she After the surgery, won the High School h11rd to juggle President Scholar Award. sports and sthool Haley's knee seemed to While she was in high but Sthoo/ hilS be fine. However, last school, Haley came year when she was traindown to San Diego for a IIIWIIfS tome first ing with some guys on basketball tournament for me. 11 the court, she tore it where some Palomar again, which made her basketball scouts were - Caitlin Hal~ not able to play during STUDE the 2003 season. attending. They apparently liked what they "I knew that if I went saw and began talking to Haley's in for surgery again, I wouldn't be coaches. able to play for the 2004-2005 seaOver the next few months, the son," Haley said. scouts got to know the Haley family. She didn't want to miss out on yet She mentioned to them that she had another season so, instead of opting already been for surgery, Haley decided to thinking undergo physical therapy. The about therapy worked well and she was able to play this year. "I haven't had a problem with it since," she said. "Caitlin is a good defender. She is aggressive and physical which are very good attributes," Coach Moses said. He also praised her mental strength. "I can get up in her grill and yell at her and it doesn't even faze her," he said. "She is a ha1:d· nosed · 'player and

is very tough. She doesn't know any other way to go other than hard," Moses said. In addition to school and sports, Haley has also tried her hand in the world of politics. "I moved to Washington D.C. on the day that I graduated from high school," Haley said. There she began applying, interviewing and debating for a spot on the U.S. Senate. Her hard work paid off and she received an internship on the Senate. "The position was kind of like the Monica Lewinski thing - minus the scandal," she said jokingly. Haley got into the field of politics with the goal of being a major female political figure, but said she decided to pursue sports and school right now instead. "I am still debating on whether to go back into politics," she said.

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Women's basketball loses a close one Palomar struggled with turnovers. "We can't take care of the Palomar College women's ball - that's our Achilles basketball lost another heal," said head coach Roger heartbreaker 58-53 against Moses. the Imperial Valley College The second half started Arabs Feb. 5 at with a lay-in by the Dome. ARABS 58 the Comet's The loss moves COMETS 5J sophomore guard the Comet's record " " ' - - - - - - - - Kacie Kostlan. to 11-12 (Pacific Coast Momentum quickly shiftConference 2-4). ed when Arab offense conDespite a 9-0 Imperial verted on several opportuniValley start led by their ties from the free throw speed and hustle , the stripe and the Comets Comets went on a 10-0 run missed several close shots. with early shooting and ball More Palomar turnovers movement. brought the Imperial Valley Palomar tied the game at lead to 38-29 with 14:46 to 17-17 with nine minutes to go in the second half. go in the first half. The Comets rallied back Comet turnovers coupled with 2 consecutive 15-foot with a strong Arab perime- jumpers by Jackie Witt, ter defense ended the first clutch passes by Kostlan, a half with a 29-25 Imperial 3-point shot with 1 second Valley lead. on the shot clock by Clarivel Throughout the first half Morales.

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A 15-foot jumper by Morales tied the game at 42-42 with eleven minutes to go in the second half. Freshman guard Morales provided most of the late offense for the Comet's with her deadly outside shooting touch. Late in the second half IVC's Erika Gordian sparked her team with three straight big plays; a blocked shot, a rebound and a jumper from the top of the key pulling the Arabs ahead 48-42. Gordian hit another outside shot with 8 minutes left for a 52-42 score. The action began to heat up when Palomar's Clarivel Morales continued her redhot shooting spree with two 3-pointers that along with a Witt 3-pointer quickly closed the gap 53-51. Two Palomar free throws

tied it up at 53 with 3:40 to go in the second half. An IVC basket and a Kostlan jump shot tie the game at 55 all. Kostlan then fouled out, resulting in two more IVC free throws and a 2-point lead. Another Palomar foul led to a 3-point Arab lead. Morales tried two late 3pointers in the final minute, but missed both sealing the victory for IVC. "We can play with anybody," Moses said. "We still have a shot at the playoffs." The Arabs were led by the physical play of Gordian and Pacific Coast Conference leading scorer Ivy Smith's speed and hustle. Gordian finished with 31 points and 12 rebounds and Smith scored 20 points and grabbed 5 boards. Leading the Comet's with 27 points was Morales.

"We need to focus on playing good team ball," she said. "We've just got to keep practicing hard and try to limit our turnovers," she added. "She's a very sporadic shooter, either she can't miss like tonight or she can't make a pea in the ocean," Moses said, when asked about Morales' shooting. "Last time we played this team they beat us by 20. They probably thought they could come in here and roll over us ," Moses said. Moses added, "The effort was there tonight, everybody gave us positive minutes - my kids play hard." The Comet's face Southwestern College at home Feb. 16 at 5 p.m. Palomar wraps up the regular season at Grossmont College Feb. 19.

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Softball victorious over Mt. San Jacinto By Mike Olson

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After two rain outs, the softball season finally got under way as the team opened up the 2005 season on Feb. 2 with a 12-2 win over the Mt. San Jacinto Eagles. The Comets first two games of the season versus Orange C 0 a s t EAGLES 1 w e r e canceled COMIETS 11 on Jan. 29. The Comets came out early and scored often as the game was called due to the 10-run mercy rule. The ten run mercy rule is used if a team is ahead by 10 or more after five innings of play. "Getting a win the first game of the year was something we hoped we could do ," said head coach Mark Eldridge said. "The speed of our team blended with the power set a good tempo early." The Comets didn't waste time scoring two runs on an RBI single from infielder J amee Avii, followed by a RBI fielder 's choice by Krystle Sanchez in the first inning. The second inning was a repeat of the first as the Comets put four more runs on the board with an Amber Alexander triple that drove in two runs. Shortly after, Kim Kaye drove in a pair with a single. "Hitters one through nine hit well," Eldridge said. Along with sound hitting and stellar pitching, the Comets dominated throughout

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Freshman infielder Jamee Avii laces a double in a victory versus Mt. San Jacinto Eagles Feb. 3. The Comets won the game by the score of 12-2.

the game as the Eagles failed to capitalize in key moments of the game. Several Mt. San Jacinto errors took the Eagles out of the game early as Palomar took advantage of the miscues. The bottom of the fourth inning brought more excitement when Alexander hit a grand slam deep to left field that put the crowd on their feet. Alexander finished the game

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3-3 with 7 REI's. "With the first game of the season cancelled, it showed that we're a good team. We're going to let everyone know we are doing our job, and are going to get back to state," sophomore outfielder Alexander said. So with good hitting, stellar pitching, and solid defense led the lady comets to their first win of the season.

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YEAR: Sophomore SPORT/POSITION: Basketball/Forward HIGH SCHOOL: Victor Valley High School in Victorville, CA

MAJOR: Undecided LIFE AFTER PALOMAR: Transfer to a 4-year school

FAVORITE MEAL: Everything! FAVORITE MOVIES: "Love and Basketball" HOBBIES: Basketball, jumping rope and practicing her hulahoop and yo-yo techniques

FAVORITE ON-COURT MOMENT: "It was actually in high school when I hit the last shot to tie it up to go into over-time in the game, then I hit the winning shot in that same game."

MOST INFLUENTIAL ROLE MODEL: Kobe Bryant and Mark Madsen.

"I think the season will go great," said Cortnee Fukuda. "In order to win we have to play as a team and have strong practices. We're more like a family so that will help us out. Fukuda had a single, double and three steals. Third baseman J amee Avii had a double and an RBI. Sophomore pitcher Amanda Martinez received her first win of the season.

In four innings of work, Martinez struck out four and placed key pitches to knock the Eagles out of the game. Last season Martinez won 18 games for the Comets. Palomar's next game is a nonconference match versus Santa Barbara City College Feb. 21 at 2:30 p.m. The Comets open up Pacific Coast Conference play March 2 at Grossmont College.

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Tue., Feb. IS vs Imperial Valley Z p.m.

Wed., Feb. 16 vs Imperial Valley 7 p.m.

Thur., Feb. 17 at San Diego Mesa Z p.m.

Sat., Feb. 19 vs MiraCosta 7 p.m.

WOMEN'S TENNIS

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Wed., Feb. 16 vs Southwestern S p.m. Sat., Feb. 19 at Grossmont 7 p.m.

Thur., Feb. 17 vs Imperial Valley Z p.m.

MEN'S VOLLEYBALL Fri., Feb. 18 vs Moorpark 6 p.m.

THE TELESCOPE IIIII MONDAY, FEB. 14, 2005

Alumni return to college as coaches By Matt Null

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With the recent hiring of Byron Campbell as head wrestling coach, Palomar College currently has eight head coaches that once roamed the campus as students. Campbell, who graduated from Palomar in 1992, replaced Joe Ismay, also an alumnus. Campbell has been the assistant coach for the last four years. He joins a list that includes women's head volleyball coach Karl Seiler, football coach Joe Early, men's soccer coach Carlos Hernandez, women's coach Jenny Lawlor, men's water polo Brian Boynton, women's water polo Kelly Falcone and softball coach Mark Eldridge. Athletic Director John Woods believes the reason they return as coaches after leaving the school is because somewhere along the line as players, they had a positive experience as a player on a Comet team. "They want to be the same mentor they got when they attended Palomar," Woods said. There are also several assistants who attended Palomar. Currently there are four former Comets who coach football. Also helping out is baseball coach Brian Kooiman, who is in his second year as an assistant coach for the Comet baseball team. Kooiman graduat-

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(Above) Brian Boynton captained the 1996 water-polo team and was named "Comet of the Year" during his time at Palomar. He is now back at Palomar to coach the men's water-polo team. (Right) After playing for Palomar, head football coach Joe Early played Div. 1 for long Beach State before returning in 1988. COLLIN ERIE I THE TELESCOPE

ed from Palomar in 1993. Early said knowing Palomar and playing in the system is a plus when he is looking to hire assistant coaches. "Guys t hat have played here and been through this program know what we expect and they have carried that on with every place they have been," Early said. "An ex-player is always welcome here. If we can work it into the schedule, I will try to accommodate their first experience coaching to be here at Palomar." Early said he tells each and every one of his players that once they are a Comet, they

are always a Comet. played here and grew up in Early, who left Palomar for North County. "I take a lot of pride in this Long Beach State in 1979, has program," Early said. "I've been a coach at Palomar since 1988 and doesn't see a change been here through the very in scenery in the worst of times and near future. I've been here through the very "I really enjoy "I've been here best of times." it here and I don't through the very consider it work. For Seiler, he It is something I worst of times and said he never left think I was born I've been here Palomar. to do," Early said. graduatthrough the very best ing,After "I enjoy where I he joined the am right now, it's of times." men's team as an a good lifestyle assistant coach. - .Joe Early and I can watch f OOTBALL COACH He would later be named head coach my kids grow up." Early said he of both the women has a vested interest in the and men's team. Recently he stepped down as Palomar program because he

the men's coach to focus full time on the women's team. "Since I had been through the system, I knew it well so I figured I could help and share my experiences here," Seiler said. Seiler said he believes the reason so many coaches return to Palomar after their playing days are over is because they had a positive experience here and want to return that favor to the new students. "I feel it was a turning point for me, and I'd like it to be a turning points for other students," Seiler said. "It steered me in my direction and I would like to try and help steer other students."

Freshman,s first outing lifts Comets to victory By Marwan Razouk

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Nick Vincent's Palomar debut was a successful one as the right-hander tossed six strong innings. In addition, outfielder Terry Moritz bases clearing double would give the Comets (2-1) all the offense they needed in a 9-2 victory over Cerritos in FALCONS 2 the Palomar 9 In vi ta t ion a 1 COMETS Feb. 5 at Myers Field. Vincent's college career opened with the 19-year old freshman striking out the first four batters he faced and striking out seven overall. He allowed two hits and walked none to earn the victory. On an overcast and windy day in North County, Vincent did all he could have hoped for in his first outing. "I felt good, but nervous because it was my first start," Vincent said. "I've been feeling good during practice; I could have gone longer if I had to." Head coach Bob Vetter said he was impressed with Vincent's outing. "Nick Vincent really set the tone in the first inning (by striking out the JOEL NAVARRO I THI i'UESCOPE side)," Vetter said. "Our offensive tempo picked up off of that." Palomar Comet's sophomore relief pitcher Takane Suzuki throws a strike Feb. 3. Suzuki pitched 2/3 Palomar jumped on Cerritos immedi- of an inning and earned the victory in relief as Palomar beat Ventura 5-3. ately, scoring five runs in the bottom of "He put one right in there, so I just the first, in essence taking them out of the first pitch he saw for a bases clearing double of Falcon starting pitcher Eric went for it," Moritz said, who at the ripe the rest of the game. Leading 1-0 after Dylan Parzyk's RBI Retana, and a 4-0 Palomar lead. Tristan old age of 22, is a senior statesman on single, the Comets loaded .the bases for Gale would double in Moritz to cap a this Palomar club. Palomar would score all nine of its outfielder Terry Moritz. Moritz belted five-run first.

runs in the first four innings, scoring at least once in each inning. "I'm pleased with the way we bounced back," Vetter said. "I thought we played an excellent game, coming off a tough one against Santa Ana (a 7-2 Palomar loss). The score there didn't really indicate how close that game was." Kevin Wilson, Brian Duffy, and Keith Noe combined to allow just one run in three innings of relief for Palomar to help seal the victory. Parzyk, a recently committed Division I transfer to the University of Kansas, had three hits and two REI's, including the game's only home run in the fourth inning, a solo blast to close out Palomar's scoring. Moritz finished with four REI's, while Gale, lead-off hitter Derek Simper, third baseman Erich Kemp, and catcher Scott Clement all contributed two hits apiece. Clement also threw out a runner attempting to steal. The Comets will face Mt. San Jacinto at Mt. San Jacinto Feb.15 and will return home to host Cerro Coso and Mt. Sac in the Palomar Invitational Feb.18 and 19. Cerritos participated in the Palomar Invitational despite suffering a recent tragedy. Pitcher Jeremy Lara, 18, was killed in a drive-by shooting in Paramount Jan.23 before he ever suited up for Cerritos. According to a Jan. 31 Los Angeles Daily News article, Lara and friend Carlos Luna, 19, were gunned down in a possible case of mistaken identity. Both were reported to have no gang affiliation.