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Transfer Center to host college reps

CAMPUS CALENDAR Monday, Oct. 8

With the transfer application deadline for fall and spring of 2008 quickly approaching, the Palomar College transfer center will be hosting several four-year university representatives in October.

Representatives from UCSD will be on campus Oct. 17 by appointment only.

The Student Center will have tables for representatives from National University from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. on Oct. 10, Concordia University from 10 a.m. 2 p.m. on Oct. 15 and the University of Phoenix from 11 a.m. -2 p.m on Oct. 18.

The visits will lead up to the annual .College Fair on Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Over 30 colleges and universities will attend, which include: Cal Poly Pomona, CSU Chico, San Diego State, CSU Northridge, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Irvine, UCSD, Alliant International, Lorna Linda, Point Lorna Nazarene, University of San Diego, University of Arizona and many more.

For more information contact the Transfer Center at (760) 744-1150 ext.

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PLAY AUDinONS Auditions for the play Gas, directed by Michael Mufson, will be held at the Howard Brubeck Theatre at 7 p.m. ~ actors and dancers are welcomed. Contact Mufson at (760) 744.-1150 ext. 2321 or at mmufson@ palomar.edu.

Tuesday, Oct. 9 FREE FILM SERIES The weekly film series will be showing "Me and you and everyone we know."

The indie comedy deals with the difficulties people have communicating and connecting. with one another. The airing starts at 6:30 p.m. in Room P-32.

GOVERNING BOARD MEETING Palomar's governing board will host its monthly meeting at 5 p.m. in the Governing Board Room. ,The meeting is open to the public.

Wednesday, Oct.lO STUDENT GOVERNMENT MEETING The ASG will hold its weekly meeting at 1 p.m. in Room SU-18. The meeting is open to the public.

CAMPUS EXPLORATIONS The weekly series continues with Cristina Tejeda's lecture on design and consumer education. The lecture will begin a 2 p.m. in ES-19.

College foundation hits fairways The Palomar College Foundation will be raising funds for students on Oct. 11 at the Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Course in the "Fairway to Education Golf Classic."

The event, which will begin at noon, will feature contests, cash prizes and the Palomar golf team.

The Foundation contributes $150,000 to $250,000 annually to scholarships, Palomar President Robert Deegan said.

Participants will be given commemorative event jackets along with tees gifts, and foursome color photos.

Player fees are $200 per player, which will include lunch and the awards dinner.

For more information on the tournament call (760) 744-1150 ext.

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Student Government

tackles ~pus issues The ASG met Oct. 3 to discuss the following: • Sherry Titus has been named the Interim Director of Student Affairs.

Her first official day begins Oct. 10 after her approval by the Governing Board during the Oct. 9 meeting.

• The Grade Dispute Policy is in the

Thursday, Oct.ll

Athing of beauty

CONCERT HOUR Electromcist Curtis Glatter joins percussionist and Palomar College alum Nathan -Hubbard for improvisations. set to six original short films. The perlormance begins at 12:30 _p.m. in Room D-10.

Sean La Rocca as Ned Kynaston and Rachel Robinson as Nell practice Jeffrey Hatcher's 'The Compleat Female Stage Beauty." The play, which was directed by Pat Larmer, ran from Oct. 5to Oct. 7.

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hands of vice president, Berta Cuaron.

• Will parking ticket increases from $35 to $40 occur next semester or would it be better to have the increase at $38 next semester and then increase the price again to $40 next year.

• ASG members will host a fundraiser for the · Community College Initiative on Oct. 10. ASG is in a race with other community colleges from the San Diego, Imperial Valley and North counties to see who raised the most amount of money in one day for the_initiative.

• The Faculty Senate just filled five vacant spots with two professors from the Foreign Language Department, Life Sciences Department and the Communications Department.

•Palomar College was not granted the $500,000 Title V grant.

• ASG will have a commercial made

by Palomar College TV station.

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Food, not bombs Food Not Bombs is a new club at Palomar that has more than 500 chapters worldwide.

"It's an anarchist organization," said club member Emily Cohen.

"We wanted to walk the walk if we were going to talk the talk."

The organization collects unwanted food and turns it into vegetarian meals that are served to the needy.

"The money spent in one week for weapons is enough to feed all the people on Earth," said club member, Blake Trisler.

He said this chapter is the only one in San Marcos.

"We want to start having a food drive," Trisler said.

For more information contact club adviser Peter Bowman at (760) 7441150 ext. 2416.

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FREE FILM SERIES The weekly film series will be showing "Spellbound." The 1945 film starring Gregory Peck and Ingrid Bergman, follows the story of a man suffering from amnesia who carries a deep, dark secret and a psychiatrist who is determined to help him unlock it. The airing starts at 6:30 ,P.m. in Room P-32.

Wednesday, Oct.l7 POLITICAL ECONOMY DAYS Political Economy ., Days, a two-day program of guest speakers, will lecture on a variety of political, economic and historical topics. A combination of Palomar faculty, faculty from local universities and community .leaders will be among the speakers. ._ The event begins at 9:30 a.m. in the P Building.

CAMPUS EXPLORATIONS The weekly series continues with Jose Esteban and Teresa Laughlin's lecture "Flattened by Globalization.

The lecture will begin a 2-p.m. in ES-19.

Thu~day, Oct.l8 CONCW HOUR The Bob Weller Trio, an equal parts pianist, composer and percussionist, will perform in Room D-10. Weller will perform music from his recent album " ..And Lovely" with drummer Tim McMahon and bassist Dave Marr. The performance begins at 12:30 p.m.

POLITICAL ECONOMY DAYS Political Economy Days will hold its final day at 8 a.m. in the P Building. Lectures will cover a variety of political, economic and historical topics.

MONDAY, OCT. 8, 2007 I THE TELESCOPE

NEWS 13

Campus police

Students give gift of life

cont1nue search for

Blood drive draws dozens of donors

Officials still seek caller of phony bomb threats

ALMA HERNANDEZ THE TELESCOFE

A long wait to donate blood on the Palomar campus wasn't · enough to turn donors away.

Senior Administrative Assistant Yvette Martinez said a total of 98 blood units were collected - enough to save the lives of 294 people.

"It's very busy, which is good for us but not for · people who have to wait," Red Cross volunteer Alyssa Potter said.

After a computer malfunction occurred Sept. 27 on the American Red Cross blood mobile, the staff was backed up and only able to work with one computer until mid day.

Appointments were overlapping and the wait time for walk-ins was between 45 minutes to an hour long, Potter said.

The blood drive was sponsored by Palomar College, Phi Theta Kappa, and Health Services. It was held from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Sept. 25 to 28, in parking lot 11.

"If people don't have time today, there are always other options to donating blood,"

JOHN SCAFETIA THE TELESCOPE

Nearly three weeks after Palomar's main campus received its second bomb threat in six days, college officials said the investigation remains ongoing into who made the spurious threats. · "We are continuing with the investigation," Palomar President · Robert Deegan said. "It is not ignored. It has not been put aside, and we will do everything possible to identify who that person is and

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Despite await due to computer problems, many Palomar students, including second-year student David Brooks (pictured), donated blood to the American Red Cross on Sept 27. said Palomar student John tion ... so you only answer a few Hamilton. questions, it's faster."

With a card you are still Hamilton said he has been donating blood for over five asked how you are feeling today years, and that the blood and if you've been outside of mobile is very convenient for the country?, Hamilton said.

Palomar student James students who are busy.

"After your first time donat- Huynh said he came on campus ing they mail you out a card ... " on his day off to donate blood.

Hamilton said, "The card has your blood type and informaTURN TO DONORS PAGE 'I

to work with the district attorney's office to prosecute that person to the full extent of the law."

The first of the two threats came Sept. 13 and forced the college to ev_acuate the south side of campus for nearly three hours, while scores of students were directed to the football field.

The second scare on Sept. 19 featured three separate calls, during which the suspect insisted that there was a pipe boinb in the gymnasium only to later inform the •· college that the area being roped off was the wrong part of campus.

The caller als9 targeted the Child Development Center, which serves as a daycare center for children of campus faculty and TURN TO SUSPECT PAGE 6

Program will return to give kids kick start to college MELISSA CASTON THE TELESCOPE

At the end of summer there were plans to cancel a Palomar College program for children.

Despite the rumors, the series will continue into summer of 2008.

"We were going to put it on hiatus until all the buildings were done," said Teri Safranek, director of workforce and commu-

nity development at Palomar College. "This wasn't about money, it was about space."

Parents upset with the news started a petition to get the program rolling again, Safranek said. Although the program will be scaled back from five weeks to three weeks, she said it will continue.

"They'.r e pretty much the only TURN TO

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Safety event places sexual assault at forefront COLLEEN PAROLI THE TELESCOPE

"The T-shirts that are hanging around the tent were actually made by victims, family or friends of victims, but mostly victims themselves," said Jessica Chickos, Women's Resource Center marriage and family intern. "People made these Tshirts to represent what they went through, or what a loved one went through, it's to send a message."

One T-shirt read, "We survived because we broke the silence."

National Safety Awareness month came to end Sept. 24:The final week, Sexual Assault and Domestic violence Week, brought different counselors and volunteers from North County to Palomar College in front of the Student Union. ·

The WRC and the Center for Community Solutions provided -support services and counseling to students involved or threatened by sexual assault or domestic violence during the week long-event.

"We did make an impact and passed out a lot of information," said Karen L. Boguta, dispatch and records coordinator for the Campus Police Department. She was the · coordinator of the National Safety · Awareness Month events.

"We did this to let people know there was resources here on campus for students," Boguta said.

The center primarily deals with domestic violence and sexual assault victims, but it doesn't stop there, Chikos said. She added it pr~vides transitional

housing, shelter and other assistance such as emergency and legal services.

"We are basically here to spread this information," Chickos said.

She said there is no cost for the center's services. It also has a hotline that is available 24 hours.

There are some fees for classes, but some clients may get those fees waived.

In 1974, five local Oceanside women realized that there was a need for a "rape crisis" social services agency in North San Diego County. They applied-for, and received, a grant from San Diego County for $45,000 to operi the Women's Resource Center.

Currently, the center is funded by the state of California and the

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Community service officer Gilbert Ontiveros explains fundraising and awareness events at TURN TO SAFETY PAGE 11 Palomar to help keep the community safe at the Student Center Sept 24.

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THE TELESCOPE I MONDAY, OCT. 8, 2007

OPINION

OUR VIEWPOINT

Thumbs up thumbs down ·1._ Palomar names new Director of 9 Student Affairs for interim THUMBS UP After Bruce Bishops resignation on Aug. 17 left Palomar College without a Director of Student Affairs for months, the Governing Board will approve an interim to on Oct. 10. Sherry Titus, former women's basketball coach an member of the Faculty Senate will take over Bishops former post for the next year, while a nation-wide search will be conducted to find a permanent replacement.

Thumbs up to more student representation.

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Americans inust cut spending or risk bankruptcy Though notoriously hard working, Americans are spoiled, in the - sense that we have a standard of would vote .for a candid~te living and a rate of consumption that promised to raise that is simply not sustainable.. taxes. Seriously. I haven't It is impossible for the rest of lost my mind, nor do I like part- the world to have the same staning with my money. dard of living as there are sillHowever unpleasant it would ply not eno~gh resources on be to see even more m.oney Earth (or even three Earths for taken from my paycheck, higher that matter). This is becoming taxes and more responsible more and more apparent as money management is -what other countries get closer to our America needs. rate of consumption.

Not just in the moral sense, Americans are used to the but in the "survival of the life of low prices and convenience that they have enjoyed republic" sense.

I know this sounds like a bitter for so long.

However the true cost has pill to swallow, and perhaps even but what remained ~ut of sign arid out of un-American, Americans want, and in m~y mind, from the slavery in the senses,. have come to exp~ct IS infancy of our nation, to the cursomething for (almost) nothing. rent exploitation of desperate Recently, many people bought workers here and abroad.

I could go on about de facto houses that they thought ~ey coul.d mor~ or less pay for ~srng slavery, sweatshops, the increasthe rncreasrng yalu~, or eqmty, of ing wage disparity, the shrinking the house (which IS understand- middle class and the human cost able, becau.se that sort of ~g of a hyper-~onsumption way of was workmg for a while). life but it has been my experiHowever dubious lending prac- en~e that not that many people rices and falling housing prices seem to care that their financial caused many people to default on actions might have a negative their home loans, especially those impact on others. with sub-prime and adjustable The national debt is around rate loans. $8.9 trillion, the highest it has The sub-prime loan debacle ever been. Which basically means is the mo.st recent shortcoming that you, and every other of a credit> economy that seeks American, even those just born, to make money almost out of are nearly thirty thousand dollars thin air. in debt. On top of that, the first of KYlE RAY FOR THE TELF.SCOPf.

Palomar's poor parlrlng

THUMBS DOWN Why after increased enrollment, and an already irritating parking situation would Palomar College decide to reduce parking on campus? Last semester half of parking lot 8 was student parking, then half-way through the summer semester someone got the bright idea to change that to all staff? As if students didn't already have to get to campus a half hour early in order to find parking and not be late to class. Thumbs down to reduced student parking, not only are there more of us than there are staff, but we are paying for our parking.

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Blood lines

THUMBS UP Palomar college played host to the

American Red Cross Sept. 25 through the 28. According to Yyette Martinez, Senior Administrative Assistant, Palomar collected enough blood to save the lives of 294 people. Despite computer malfunctions, which resulted in a 45 minute to hour long wait, students still lined up to give blood. Thumbs up to all those who donated -you are making a difference.

'Contract means no competition THUMBS DOWN It's no secret that college students are poor. So why would Palomar College agree to -a contract that allowed a company to sell food at whatever prices they wanted. Due to the type of contract Palomar holds with Ara:rhark, the company owns all food selling rights on campus, so therefore free of competitive pricing.Thumbs down to contracts that lack student consideration and common sense.

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78 million baby boomers start collecting social security in four months and become eligible for Medicare in 2011, thereby putting an even greater financial burden on the U.S. As a result of many factors, the national debt being .only one, the American dollar has gone down in value (as of this writing the U.S. dollar is weaker than the Canadian dollar- come on!).

People are getting poorer and they don't even know it. Fifty years ago, most working class families with a single income could afford a car and a thre_ebedroom house.

Today, a family with similar circumstances can usually just afford to rent a place and buy a used car.

Americans are finding themselves in more and more debt.

We buy tons of things that we don't need with money that we do not have.

American politicians promote expensive government actions like Medicare and Fighting Terror while doing all they can to avoid raising the taxes that are necessary to pay for them.

We, as Americans; have been trying to have our cake and eat it too for a long time. We have been borrowing against tomorrow since before yesterday.

I suppose that now might be a good time to be responsible, and pay our parent's bills.

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MONDAY, OCT. 8, 2007 1THE TELESCOPE lowing each threat and examined the emergency plans of the colCONTINUED·fROM PAGE 3 lege. "(We met) with all people who students. . are actively involved, responded Officials said they believe the and dealt with the situation," he same person is responsible for said.

He added that information both threats, and that the suspect was on campus when the threats gathered was brought to Palomar's were made.

Palomar Sa senOUS safety comPolice Chief mit~ee for l'om Plotts ' ' review. As the investisaid he could not go into gation cont i n u e s ' details about the investiDeegan said g a t i o n '.J he hopes the because it is suspect cornan active prehends case. the impact " We ' r e of his crime. moving for_ Robert Deegan "I hope he ward with Palomar College President might see many differwhat a serient (outside) agencies," Plotts ous crime this is and not do this again," he said. "Calling in a said.

Deegan added he could not bomb threat, where he is threatspeak about the investigation in erring small children, is not detail, but hinted that the second something that is humorous or threat was made from the San funny- it's a serious crime that, Marcos campus. indeed, when this person is cap"Comments that were · made tured and arrested, that they . during the phone call lead us to may be sent to prison and rightbelieve that the person was on fully so." campus," Deegan said. "We will Officials urge anyone with investigate every lead that we information regarding the idenhave and any information that tity of the suspect or inforrilaanyone on the campus community tion leading to his arrest to conhas." tact the campus Police Deegan met with campus offi- Department at (760) 744-1150 cials for a debriefing meeting fol- ext. 2289.

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8 a.m. Campus operators received the first of call of the day, which advised the college that a pipe bomb had been placed in the gymnasium.

Officials cancelled surrounding classes for the morning and roped off an area around the Dome.

9:15 a.m. A second call came informing operator~ that the wrong building was being blocked off and that the bomb was in a different location.

10:15 a!m. A final call was made to Palomar, notifying the campus that the Child Development Center was at risk.

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MONDAY, OCT. 8, 2007 I THE TELESCOPE

Plea bargains leave victims in the cold Criminal bargaining expedites trial, but at the expense of a safe society WAYLAND BLUE THE TELESCOPE

n spring 2006, Scott Lee Sepulveda and six friends were arrested for an alleged conspiracy to murder two bookies, and an associate who informed the authorities of the plot. .

Sepulveda was charged with several offenses, including three counts of attempted murder and conspiracy, then in an unrelated case he was ~charged and admitted to having sex with a 14-year-old girl after giving her alcohol.

Sepulveda and · his associates took a plea bargain, which would allow them up to eightyear sentences as opposed to life imprisonment, which would have likely been the punishment had they been found guilty.

The conditions of the plea bargain for Sepulveda were that he would have to admit to conspiracy, but not to the specifics of the conspiracy. In addition, he would have to register as a

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gang offender, although he would not have to register as a sex offendei.

This case brings to light important issues relating to the legal system and justice . , , administration.

An important •tt t question to mi 0 ask in this case and all cases involv- .

de, "we are extremely disap- · cy charges, Sepulveda did not pointed with the plea deal, and have to admit to the underlying very frustrated over it." facts of the case, which were It is obvious that Gregson that he was conspiring to kill would be upset that people who · three people. he thought If there was strong enough were trying evidence that there was a conto kill him spiracy, which it appears that would avoid there was because Sepulveda punishment was pressured into pleading .. · so easily. guilty to it, then there should However, on have been strong enough evia more objec- dence to get him convicted for ti,ve level, the what he was conspiring to do. verdict does Another thing that must be seem to have considered is the nature of the serious logi- crime. Offering a plea deal for cal problems. some one accused of auto theft Was getting these men con- or a drug offense would be reavicted for a few of the charges sonable if it was the only way to worth allowing them to go free get the defendant convi<,:ted or on all the other ones? In this perhaps even for the sake of case, it is illogical. expediting the case.

It does not seem reaso11able For a crime as serious as that the charge of conspiracy attempted murder in which should stand while the charges some one's life is at risk or, in of attempted murder are this case, three peoples' lives, it dropped. This is especially sig- is not appropriate to allow the nificant because the object of defendant to avoid the full punthe conspiracy was the attempt- ishment for the crimes of which ed murders. he is accused. ..

This is especially true In admitting to the conspira-

because a plea bargain was likely not the only way to get Sepulveda convicted.

As stated earlier, there was enough evidence to pressure him into a plea bargain over the charge of conspiracy. There should have been enough to convict him for the object of the conspiracy.

In addition, there is the charge of molesting the 14-yearold girl, in which he also pleaded guilty.

In a time when public urination is considered a sex crime, it is disappointing to see someone who admitted to a much more serious sex crime not even have to register as a sex offender.

It is not acceptable for people accused of crimes such as these to escape justice by making a plea bargain.

It is not even reasonable to offer a plea bargain unless some great good is obtained from it.

In this case, it appears that no good came out of it.

It appears that guilty people have escaped justice.

threat, then go home with no worries.

vote democratic this election is messed up in the brains. Too bad this article didn't mention details about what Professor Bowman and Flemming were arguing about...were the republicans trying to force the rest of the campus to believe Fox News is fair and balanced again? Now THAT might make a few professors want to argue ...

It is disappointing to see so1neone who ad e d . a seriOUS sex crime not have to register as a sex ~~~J;ea b~~: offender. ' '

what is the point of offering a plea bargain anyway?

It seems that the reason for offering plea bargains is to make the process of convicting criminals go faster. Despite the. fact that having a trial go fast may be a good thing, it is important to keep in mind that by offering plea bargains, criminals are being rewarded.

This has the potential to bring out heated emotions. Josh Gregson, one of the bookies, said in the NCTimes.com arti-

WEB COMMENTS Editorial sparks controversy Comments on out Sept. 24 editorial about the college's handling of the bomb threats.

The campus has had these problems going on at least 4 years now.

During the last event, a power failure at 6:30 p.m. in the winter time, there was a mandatory evacuation of the campus. That would have been fine, except that there was no exterior lighting due to the power failure and no emergency lighting. We were literally evacuating by the light of our cell phone screens.

During that administration we were also promised "things would be reviewed," "things would be evaluated," etc. - all ·PR talk from someone trying to mitigate events at the higher-up level of the college.

So the fact they" are STILL having these issues three to four years later is a big deal. Besides, how hard is it to go to Office Depot and get a battery backup for a web server so you can post a simple three-line text message on the school's web page. Is the IS staff there that incompetent?

-:-Steve Ruge

Steve, A power failure is different than a

bomb threat. I was referring to the bomb threat, which I experienced.

I was not on campus during either of the power shut downs so my statement is not in regard to them.

Palomar is part of the largest higher educational systems in the · world. It is funded mostly by taxpayers. As a government system it is sluggish in procedure and review but efficient. All goveriunent organizations appear to respond slowly, but in reality when they are follpwing the legislated "shared governance" it .can have incredible advancement, just at a slow pace.

Money doesn't just appear or grow on trees. · I can't speak for Information Systems, but I am sure since we have a 60-year-old campus that was not built for technology, then there is a reason that they cannot budget for a generator.

Should the Administration focus on a generator when statistically it may not be feasible to purchase a generator when there have only been 3 power shutdowris in the last 4 years or should they focus on policy, tuition fees, construction of new buildings, converting the cafeteria and bookstore to enterprises? What should their priority be? The purchase of a generator may cost $15 grand. Who knows, but time would have to be spent on the feasibility of that purchase and then ;;t shared decision to buy it.

If there is a shutdown or bomb

-Julie Mille

Dating dispute Comments on our Oct.l article about students dating professors.

"Here is a crazy idea: date someone your own age. There are plenty of students out there who are within five years of your age."

Are you saying it is OK to date your teaching assistant? There are many instances where a female student is 18 and theTA who is in the Ph.D program is 24 or 25. At a Midwestern University I attended students were asked to refrain from dating their TAs.

Palomar honors vi~of9/11 Comments on our Sept. 24 story on Palomar's tribute to 9-11

I have to give Palomar the thumbs up for this one. The flags were an awesome way to show respect for each life lost. When taps was being played everybody just kind of stopped what he or she were doing and listened. It was a very moving event and I think our school couldn't have done a better job.

-Girl on the balcony

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Culture education . even entertains Comments on our Oct. 1 story about Palomar's world dance progral115 lOth anniversary

plain dumb

I'm happy to see that schools are finally incorporating the Comments on our Sept. 24 article Latin culture & students are about a debate sparked. between profes- embracing it full force. Keep-up the good work & great articles; sors during club rush week. they're fun & entertaining to Comments on our Sept. 24 article read. about questioning political policy.

Seriously, anyone ·who doesn't -George

Democracy and discussion

-Margaret

I agree completely.. Questions only lead to debate, discussion, new ideas, better ideas; and finally answers. Democracy, in theory, is about freedom-the freedom to . speak, to make a difference in your country. If you shut up and let the leaders make decisions for you, you are undermining ver back down from what you believe!

-Girl on the balcony

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Go to www.the-telescope.com to leave your comments on our stories or post on our message boards. You can also drop ·a letter to the editor off at o_ur office in Room CH-7 or send it via e~mail to telescope@palomar.edu.

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Students agitated over quality,路price of food on campus recognize a need for more variety and increased speed of service."

Many Palomar students agree With the cost for textbooks on that the the college's cafeteria has campus and other necessities, Dunn said the food should be long lines, little variation in meal discounted for the students. choice and overpriced items.

"It not priced for students," said Palomar College has a contract with Aramark that grants Jayne Dunn, a Palomar student.

Dunn and her daughter, Lauren, them exclusive rights to sell who also attends Palomar College, food at whatever price they frequently eat at the cafeteria. deem appropriate.

Due to the contract Aramark But they both agree Palomar has a few problems that need fixing. can charge whatever price they . "They have the路 worst coffee I want, free from competition. have ever tasted," Dunn said.

Since Jan. 2007, the Coca-Cola Company has made a similar deal with selling beverages. ,路,I would like to drop kick the managers of the cafeteria for taking advantage of the students," Allen said. "The prices would probably go down if Palomar didn't take a percent of the profits the sellers make."

Dunn said she didn't think things would change unless the current ~ompany was fired and the government helped pay for the food with tax dollars.

She also feels strongly about a lack of healthier food choices, as WHITNEY TRUE 1 THE Tt:LESCOPE well as vegetarian options.

A former employeE1 of the Aherd of Palomar students cram into the snack shack on the north side of the main campus. Most cafeteria, who chose to remain students said they are fed up with the high prices and limited serection of food at the college. ncup.eless, said the reason the SHOKUFEH NOURALLAHI l'HE TELESCOPE

She isn't the only one who doesn't like the campus food quality. '"I would rather not eat food at all, than eat food the cafeteria sells," said David Allen, a Palomar student.

Allen said he's been eating offcampus for over a year, because of his distaste for on-campus food.

He said he buys hamburgers offcampus for a $1, when at Grill Works it costs $2.95.

"We are working on improving service in all aspects of food service," said Diane Lach, manager of the Food Court, in an email. "We

COLLEGE FAIR Plan to stop by and speak with a representative from your potential transfer university. More than 40 universities will be in attendance. The festivities will include free Kettle Corn and a spin on the Wheel of Fortune for great prizes!

Tuesday, October 23, 2007 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Student Union lawn

service was lax was because of the employees.

"They hire slow people and the computers are always breaking down," the employee said.

"Prices keep inflating and the food gets worse ... I never liked the fact that last year you could buy a pepperoni pizza for $ 2.50 and a sausage pizza for $ 2.50 but if you wanted half pep and half sausage it is suddenly cost

DONORS

-----------He didn't have classes, so time wasn't an issue for him, he said.

"I have a rare blood type, so I feel donating blood is a way to help people," Huynh said. "It only takes 45 minutes of my time and it's worth it."

Huynh said his blood type is o n e g a t i v e and its high demand is due to its compatibility with all blood types.

All donors were given an American Red Cross T-shirt.

Participants also had the opportunity to enter a drawing for a $1,500 American Express gift card. The wiruier will be

$ 2.75 .... I mean where did the extra quarter go?"

Dunn said she didn't mind that Palomar College sold the rights to sell food to a company, but wishes that Palomar would have negotiated lower prices in the deal.

"Next time Palomar goes to the bargaining table, they should keep students in mind," Dunn said.

notified around Oct. 15.

In the event that a life threatening disease is detected during the tests for blood viability, the donor will be notified.

"I didn't even know about a drawing," Huynh said.

Huynh said that incentives were a great way to get people's attention, but donating blood is something people should do without expecting anything in return.

The next blood drive will be Nov. 27- Nov. 30 in parking lot 11 fr om 9 a.m. ~tO 2:30 p.m.

Students are asked to schedule an appointment in advance by calling Health Services at (760) 744-1150 ext. 2871 or to sign up at www.givelife.org code: PalomarSM

Gareer Workshop

Navigating Your Career in a Tough Economy

By Sue Arth, M.Ed Work smarter not harder. Learn the newest, most effective networking resources and strategies to find the "hidden job market".

Discover tips to deal with uncertainty while maintaining'balance and confidence during a transition.

Location: Governing Boardroom In the Student Service Center (SSC) Building, Main Campus

Three (3) Sessions to choose from

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Tuesday, October 23'd, 2007 Time: 5:30-7p.m.

Thursday, October 25 1h, 2007 Time: 12-1 :30p.m.

Thursday; October 25' 11 , 2007_ Time: 2-3:30p.m.

Hosted by the Career Center!

For more information call (760) 744-1150 ext 2194/3125.

F.fmded by the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act

ERTAINMENT

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New album 'The Shepherd's Dog' barks up the right tree RIGO HERNANDEZ "'P1' ~~U:SCOll

sound now has a closer resemblance to Calexico's fast-paced acoustics, piano Iron and Wine's third and electric guitar while album, "The Shepherd's keeping true to his tradiDog," is the best one yet tional folk roots. thanks to new instruments The smart mix of his traand his trademark melodic ditional acoustic guitar, whispering vocals. banjos, and slide guitar The Texas-based indie- with electric guitar, piano folk artist Iron and Wine is and percussion gives depth the stage name for the to Beam's already complex singer-songwriter Sam music. A challenging "mix Beam. Most famous for his that works. It is art. acoustic cover of Other contribuThe Postal tors to "The MUSIC REVIEW Service's "Such Shepherd's Dog" Grea~ Heights" in include jazz musiIRON AND WINE Zach Braff's film, cians Matt Lux 'The Shepherd's Dog' "Garden State." and Rob Burger, In "The most obvious in Shepherd's Dog," . the introduction OUT OF FOUR STARS Beam, who claims of "House by the to be agnostic Sea." shows evolution from earliThe first sign that this . er works and continues to album is different is right add biblical references in from the first song "Pagan this 12 track album.

Angel and a Borrowed Car" The evolution of Iron and which at first seem like clasWine's sound is not surpris- sic Iron and Wine, but then ing, after having toured the piano subtly makes an extensively with Arizona appearance and in the end eclectic band, Calexico it works well with Beam's before recording the music. album. The musical bond All hell breaks loose at was strong, so much so that the end, "Lovesong of the Beam invited Calexico's Buzzard," the most diverse Paul Niehaus and Joey song in the album. It starts Burns to contribute to the out tranquil and ends with album. ambient sounds that signal Iron and Wines new the new Iron and Wine.

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"Carousel" still has the same sensual, intimate vocals and lyrics of past Iron and Wine songs but it is far from a traditional folk song.

It is an all-electronic melody that even has Beam's vocals altered with synthesizers.

Beam best boasts his talent as a songwriter in the first single off· the album "Boy With a Coin." He really paints a picture, "Wolves (Song of the Shepherd's Dog)," is memorable for the ambient sounds; shockingly different than previous songs is another reminder that musical growth is a good thing.

"A boy with a coin, he found in the weeds, with bullets and pages of trade magazines, close to a car that flipped on the turn."

The album's mix of new · instruments is carefully executed and polished, which in turn sometimes gives it an undesirable sterile sound.

There is no doubt Beam's experiments with new instruments are successful with the exception of "The Devil Never Sleeps." The over-the-top piano makes this a forgettable song.

'Flightless Bird, American Mouth," closes

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lndie-folk artist Iron and Wine's new album, 'The Shepherd's Dog,' was released Sept. 25 and features 12 tracks. -

the album. The song reinstates folk, narrative lyrics and challenging themes to

reiterate what makes Iron sound is bound to keep and Wine inimitable. past listeners and attract Iron and Wine's new new ones.

Celebrities take the fashion world by storm Dear- Amanda Bynes clothing line, dear, is sold exclusively at Steve & Barry's stores and again nothing is priced over $19.98.

Bynes' line is features fun and colorful apparel as well as accessories and handbags. Dear is best suited for women in their mid-tolate teens and early 20s. Go to www.steveandbarrys.com to look at both dear and BITTEN.

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We see them on T.V. and at the movies, hear them on the radio and read about them in magazines. They are the actresses, musicians, teen queens, and socialites that influence our fashion styles everyday.

Sarah Jessica Parker, Amanda Bynes, Gwen Stefani, Sean (Diddy) Combs, JLo, Hilary Duff, Jay-Z and Nicky Hilton have all joined the trend of celebritiesturned-designers in recent years.

BITTEN- Sarah Jessica Parker line, was launched in August of 2007. Parker's fashionista style is clearly shown in her line, which can be purchased at Steve & Barry's stores across the country.

BmEN is more affordable for women; nothing sells for more than $19.98. Parker states on

ing everyday clothing that is sold exclusively to Kohl's department stores. Simply Vera is a step down from her usual wedding gown designs, out it is made for comfort and reasonably priced. Simply Vera features apparel, sleepwear and accessories. Check out Simply Vera at www.kohls.com.

William Rast- Justin Timberlake . recruited his best friend Trace Alaya to start label William Rast.

William Rast is vintage-inspired clothing for men and women. You can view their clothes online at www.williamrast.com. They also sell internationally to Germany, Greece, Cyprus, Australia and a few other places.

L.A.MB.- Launched by Gwen Stefani in 2004. It is a direct fashion statement of Stefani's personal style, funky yet sophisticated.

Stefani's line includes a variety of women's handbags, clothes, shoes and accessories. L.A.M.B. clothes are a little pricey for the average person, ranging in price from $65 Keep an eye out next time you MCTCAMPUS for graphic tees to $395 for dressare out shopping or want to dress Sarah Jessica Parker's fashion line, BITTEN, can be·purchased at Steve & Barry's stores. es. like the celebrities. Their styles Simply Vera- Vera Wang just are being channeled through so BITTEN's Web site, "It is every dent wardrobe with money left woman's inalienable right to have over to live." Parker's line includes took the plunge from designing many new and different lines that a pulled-together stylish, confi- apparel, shoes and intimates. lavish wedding gowns to design- are available .

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The best local bars路 for an intoxicating night SHAHRAZAD ENCINIAS 1nt "'ELESCDPf

San Diego isn't the only place to get drinks or numbers for those older than 21. There are many different bars, breweries and clubs within North County.

After many hours of research, several long nights and numerous . regrettable mistakes, I have experienced Palomar student's hot spots to have a good time. There are many more places besides these locations, but the results were based on answers students repeatedly gave.

Escondido R O'Sullivan's Irish Pub is a place only Esconpj.do locals know about. The pub atmosphere is an interesting. change to the Escondido norm.

"It's an environment where intell~ctuals go and drink," said Palomar student Carlos Munoz.

He used to go with his philosophy professor and other students he ELLIOT DE LISSER l THE TELESCOPE said. They used to just talk and Voted 'Best Bar of North County San Diego," local restaurant and bar Churchill's Pub and Grille is located on West San Marcos Blvd. eat.

During the weekends the place about two minutes from Palomar Oceanhouse has a DJ every R. O'Sullivan's has live bands is jam-packed with people drink- and about four minutes from Cal Saturday and Sunday night. and T.V.s to watch sports. ing, phiying pool, dancing, play- State San Marcos.

Although the cover charge is a litI ing darts and having h.m.

The 路 bartenders do not kid tle pricey for most student's "It's a cool place... to go," said around when making your mixed budgets, it's worth it. There's a San Marcos Palomar student Ryan Aguirru. drink of choice. The prices are huge dance floor and two bars.

Penny Lane Pub and Grill is an more than fair because the "It's never congested at the Churchill's Pub and Grille was voted "Best Bar of North County English-inspired bar that's always drinks are strong. They also have bars," said Palomar student San Diego." The British pub has busy. The walls are decorated more than 30 imported beers and Kendra Allen.

Pizza Port is the perfect place more than 160 beers available with posters and photos of classic karaoke on the we.ekends. including international beers. bands like the Beatles and the for beer fiends. Besides pizza and its beer buddies, beer is their speAbout 15 to 20 of those beers are Doors. The juke box has a select Oceanside on tap everyday. They also have choice of music, only classics. cialty. Pizza Port is known for its They are conveniently located hoppy beers and IPA. great food.

Rookie's Sports Bar and It carries between 30 to 40 Restaurant is the perfect place to beers on tap daily. Because it is a watch a sports game on their flat micro-brewery they usually have screen televisions and throw back around 17 of their own beers. some drinks. The waitresses are The family pizza place has laiddressed in sexy black and white back surfer decor that blends . referee outfits and sports memo- perfect into the beachy Carlsbad rabilia is plastered all over the environment. They also have a路 walls. And it was voted the No. 1 location in Solana Beach. sports bar in North County.

Karl Strauss Brewing Company Every day it has a different has a hidden location, nestled inthemed night. For example, one -between the Carlsbad Flower of the craziest nights is "Thirsty Fields and Legoland just making Thursdays" featuring one dollar it available to serious Karl domestic beers all night. There Strauss beer fans. This spot is are sure to be hormones flying more of a relaxing spot because people go there to stay away from everywhere. the hustle and bustle of bars.

"It's more adultish," said Carlsbad Palomar student Chris Clower.

"There are no underage kids runHennessy's Tavern has the ning around." whole Irish pub theme going for it. There are two locations in North County, one in Vista, but Encinitas/Leucadia the more popular one is in Carlsbad.

The Leucadian is a dive located The Carlsbad location has fire on North Coast Highway 101 in pits in the front and back which is Leucadia. They usually have live really cool when there's too many bands play, otherwise a DJ is people inside, you can just chill spinning music. and hangout outside.

The place gets really full fast "It's more relaxing," said because it's really small. But you ELLIOT DE LISSER I THE TELESCOPE Palomar student Tanisha de la can always count on an interestChurchill's patron Daniel Scott sinks the ten while playing pool on a recent night out'.

Torre. ing night there.

WHAT'S HAPPENING friday, Oct.12 Who: Big Head Todd & The Monsters and Collective Soul What: Rock, Contemporary Where: 4th & B Cost: $35-$45 More info: (619) 231-4343

Saturday,Oct.l3 Who: Weird Al Yankovic What: Comedy Where: House of Blues San Diego Cost: $38-$43 More info: (619) 299-BLUE .

Saturday, Oct.l3 Who: The Tragically Hip What: RoCk Where: 4th & B Cost: $23-$25.50 More info: (619) 231-4343

Sunday, Oct.l4 Who: Dashboard 路 Confessional What: Alternative Rock Where: SOMA Cost: $27.50-$32 More info: (619) 226-7662

Sunday, Oct.l4 Who: Alan Jackson and

Brooks & Dunn What Country Where: Coors Amphitheatre Cost: $30.50-$125 More info: www.live nation.com

Tuesday, Oct.l6 Who: Zucchero What Latin Pop Where: House of Blues. San Diego Cost: $25-$50 More info: (619) 299-BLUE

Wednesday, Oct 17 What: Jagermeister Music Tour Wbe: The Cult Where: Pala Casino Cost $30-$40 More info: www.palacasi no.com

Th~Oct.l8 Who: Jimmy Eat World with Maritime What: Alternative Punk Where: House of Blues Anaheim Cost $20-$22.50 More info: (n4) 778-BLUE

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In the spirit ~~ Halloween fun Alternatives for creative costumes without . spending a lot of money earching for a Halloween costume can be a lot of fun, but it can also be aggravating at times. Trying to find a costume in your budget, something unique or something fun for a group can be hard work. Here are some tips for making your Halloween costume shopping fun and less stressful.

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Unique costume ideas

Group costumes If you are going out with a group of friends a costume theme for the night could be fun.

The· Wizard of Oz, the Flintstones, or the Scooby Doo gang are some ideas.

Couple's costumes make room for a lot of creativity.

"This year me and my girlfriend are dressing up like hippies," said student Brandon Fischer.

Big Bad Wolf and Little Red Riding Hood, a cop and a prisoner, Roman God and Goddess, or Alice in Wonderland and Madd Hatter are all some options.

Money saving tips Low on cash? Here are some tips for finding a cool costume that won't leave you broke.

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Buying a costume off the Internet instead of big name costume stores can often lead to lower prices. Web sites have a wider selection and have costumes at clearance prices at around $40 or less. ~IIIIIIIJim "I bought my costume off a Web site last year and it worked out really well," said student Rebecca Stevens. "I'll probably do it again this year."

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If you are handy with a sewing machine and have a good imagination, making your own costume is another option. Depending on the type and price of fabric you buy, creating your own ensemble can be a cheaper route. It takes a lot of time and effort but at least you will know that your costume is one-of-a-kind.

If you don't have money to spen~ on a costume wear an old one from a previous Halloween party.

Sometimes it seems like a waste of money to spend $70 on something you'll only wear once, so get some -. . more use out of it!

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.Look in your closet and play around with what you have. A sheet and rope are everyday use materials that make for a classic toga. Wearing ;your own clothes and adding accessories such as angel or butterfly wings is a good way to go. ·

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Most of the time the best costumes are the ones that are ·original and creative. Don't do something that's already been done year after year.

According to wwW'.extremehalloween.com, the most popular costume ·choices this year are pirates and Spartans. Due to the popularity of the films "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "300," these are a favorite . among men and women.

Skip the obvious and go for something unique. If you must dress up as a character from a film or television, make sure it's someone recognizable, so that people won't be guessing. www.costumeideazone.com has many one-of-a-kind costume ideas and quick costume tips for procrastinators.

~J!INK

Thrift shops are a great place to find vintage clothes, so bring back the 1970s or 1980s. Hats and other accessories make for great costumes.

Remember to wash anything you buy second hand in order to be safe. -

Brazil is known_......__. for many things, its number one soccer team, Samba, Carnival, Capoeira, and let's not forget its the home of beautiful · people. If that isn't enough there is something else you can add to that list, Brazil's national cocktail.

Unlike my unfathomable relationship with Brazil's No.8 Ricardo Kaka, I can have this drink whenever I want and manage to finish more thart satisfied. While Brazil is .far away this drink allows you to have a little taste of Brazil without leaving the country.

Drink · of the week: Caipirhna EngJisb translation: "peasant's drink"

Grocery list: Cachaca (ka-sha-sa) or vodka Limes Sugar Directions: Cut Lime into thin slices.

Put lime and 2or 3 tablespoons of superfine sugar into cup and muddle.

Add 3 shots (ounces) of Cachaca.

Stir well and add cracked ice Finally drink and enjoy!

If Cachaca isn't found, then it can be replaced with vodka, if this happens then you will be making a Caipiroska instead of • a Caipirihna. The limes can also be replaced with other fruit, but Brazil's national cocktail is strictly lime and Cachaca. Either way it's fun to try new foreign cocktails.

Although the drinking age in Brazil is 18, in the United States it's still 21. If you are under 21 remember the $1000 new law against under-age drinking. SO don't do it kids!

Please remember to drink responsibly and don't drink and drive.

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reason the program came back," Safranek said.

College For Kids is a program during the summer where Palomar provides children from around the community with entertaining and educational classes.

"The program is a GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) level learning enrichment camp program for all kids in secondthrough eighth grades," Safranek said.

The program began in 2004 . and kids from all over San Diego County can participate.

There are more than 62 different classes available for the kids.

Each is designed to give them a taste of what college courses are like. "(It's) a fun learning environment exposing them to college

NEWS with each class having its own goals," Safranek said.

The 2006 summer classes had the most options offered since the program started, Safranek said.

"There were 68 different classes offered over a six-week period," Safranek said. "But it was too much for us and the campers."

Classes are held in one-week sessions either in the morning from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or the afternoon from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The program not only teaches kids, but it helps them understand how _college classes work.

Walking on campus and interacting with other students will help them experience a sliver of college life.

"It's fun," said Jordan Bornes, a former participant in the program. "Especially since we got to eat our own food." . The Summer 2007 sessions took place from June 25 to July

27. The enrollment was one of the highest with a total of 921 students compared to summer of 2006 where 1,257 kids enrolled.

Fees for the classes vary from $100 to $200 depending on the class. All materials are included in this fee, except kids have to bring their own lunches and snacks to eat.

The kids have a variety of classes to choose from. Classes specializing in creating mosaics, sculpting, sewing, woodworking, theater, magic, ethnic dance, creating video games and Web site designing are just a few of the many classes offered. There are also classes specifically designed to focus on a particular subject for kids such as The Magical World of Harry Potter and Chef Institute for Kids.

The program will continue for the summer 2008. For more information about the program; contact Safranek at (760) 7441150 ext. 2632.

--CHAPMAN --UNIVERSITY COLLEGE SAN DIEGO

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cltles of Oceanside and Carlsbad.

Another counseling service staff that attended the event was the Center for Community Solutions.

The CCS had a table w i t h displayed flyers .and brochures re g·arding healing and preventing sexual assault and relationship violence and other information. A few students stopped by to ask questions and pick up brochures.

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"The response has been a little slow today, but I feel like if I even just reach one person, my job is done," said Ma'at Crook, prevention educator.

Crook said she was at the event to get the word out about CCS services, healthy relationships, domestic violence and sexual assault or abuse. She - Ma'at Crook said most of Prevention educator the services are free. · "It doesn't matter if an assault happened yesterday or a long time ago during childhood, they can still receive help and counseling," Crook said.

' ' It doesn't matter if an assault happened yesterday or a long time ago during childhood, they can still receive help and counseling.,,

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For more information and eligibility criteria visit the Foundation website at www.picernefoundatlon.org or contact the Foundation at 760·435·2205.

Ifyou are unclear as to personal and career goals this program may be for you.

Take a break from school and make a worthwhile contribution to your communi_iy wbile le-o~rning about yourself.

The Kenneth A. Plceme Foundation is accepting applications to participate in the 2008 Youth Development Initiative beginning January 21, 2008.

Grant recipients will be given the opportunity to achieve clarity regarding their future life direction -both personally and in a career. Applicants must demonstrate potential for future personal, career and civic success.

Successful applicants:

• receive personal counseling and work in a nonprofit agency while earning $23,700 in 2008.

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application deadline is November 1, 2007

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SPORTS ON DECK Monday, Oct. 8 WOMEN'S GOLF The Comets will play long Beach City College at 12 p.m. at El Dorado Golf Course.

Wednesday, Oct.lO MEN'S SOCCER The Comets will play San Bernadino Valley at 3:15 p.m. at Palomar.

WOMEN'S SOCCER The Comets will play San Diego City at 3:15 p.m. at San [)iego City College.

WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL The Comets will play San Diego Mesa at 6 p.m. at San Diego Mesa.

Friday, Oct.l2 CROSS COUNTRY The Comets will compete in the Mt. San Antonio meet at 9 a.m. at Walnut Park.

MEN'S SOCCER The Comets will play San Diego City at 3:15 p.m. at San Diego City College.

WOMEN'S SOCCER The CorMts will play Imperial Valley at 3:15 p.m at Imperial Valley College.

WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL The Comets will play Imperial Valley at 5 p.m. at the Palomar Dome.

WOMEN'S WATER POLO The Comets will compete in day one of the Citrus Tournament all day at Citrus College.

Saturday, Oct.13 WRESTLING The Comets will compete in the West Valley Tournament all day at West Valley.

WOMEN'S WATER POLO The Comets will compete in day two of the Citrus Tournament all Clay at Citrus College.

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Q&Awith women's soccer player Felicia Velte KRISTINA MORENO THE n .ESCOPE

After leading her team in the 2006 season with most goals scored, and helping them to finish fourth in the Pacific Coast Conference, Felicia Velte now in her second year with the Comets and a new captain to the team, shares a little about herself.

Q: What is your best memory from soccer?

A: Probably the first time I scored in a game. That is definitely a great memory.

Q: What would you be doing if you weren't playing soccer?

A: I don't know that is a hard question, I guess just going to school.

Q: Since this is the last year you can play soccer for Palomar, what are your plans for next year?

A: I guess transfer to CalState San Marcos to finish my education and plp.y my last two years, I have other schools in mind too, but San Marcos seems like the best option right now.

Q: Do you have a major?

A: Yeah, human development

Q: Do you live on your own or at home?

A: 1 still live at home Q: How do you map.age school/soccer/work?

A: Well I don't work as much during the season, but I just have to schedule my classes early, go to soccer, and then straight to work, but I only work about three days a week.

Q: Have you played any other . sports?

A: I ran track in high school Q: How do you prepare for a game?

A: I turn my music up really loud when I am driving to the school, and just try to focus on what I need to do, and just pump myself up.

Q: Any superstitions?

A: Yeah, if I win a game I have to wear the same head band the next time I play.

Q: Why No. 12? Did you pick it?

A: Well I started as No.4, but when I started playing club soccer I switched to No. 12 and that was six years ago, so I guess I just want to try and keep it HUGH COX I THE TELESCOPE until I am done playing, also I (Above) Felicia Velte moved the ball upfield in a 1-0 victory Sept.

21 against Southwestern College. hate odd numbers, I have to (Below) Velte practiced goal kicks during a Sept.

21 pre-game warmup against Southwestern. have an even number.

Quick Hits Favorite Athle~e/sports team.

Michael Ballack and the Chelsea soccer club.

What's in your iPod? I have everything in

there. I love all music. I have everything from country to rap.

Padres or Chargers game?

Chargers, definitely.

Season Stats

Ocean or desert?

Oc.ean

Truck or car?

Car

Mexican or Italian food?

Italian food

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Favorite movie? · Shawshank Redemption

7 Goals 3 Assists 17 Points KANDIS HOWELL I THE TELESCOPE

FOOTBALL The Comets wili play Orange Coast at 5 p.m. at Wilson Stadium at Escondido High School.

Sunday, Oct.l4 WOMEN'S GOLF The Comets will play Sacramento City College

at 12 p.m. at San luis Rey Downs Country Club.

Monday, Oct.l5 WOMEN'S GOLF The Comets will host a conference tournament at 11 a.m. at San Luis Rey Downs Country Club.

For updated Comet scores, go

to www.the-telescope.com.

Wrestling sweeps Bakersfield duals Palomar's wrestling team traveled to the Bakersfield College duals undefeated Sept. 28 and came back unbeaten after sweeping Cuesta College, West Hills and Mt. SAC. Palomar defeated Cuesta 39-7, West Hills 36-18, and Mt·. SAC 50-0.

Leading the Comets were Ethan Hall, Louie Desantis, Lewis Gonzalez, Kevin Smith, and Kellen Desmond, who all went 3-0.

The first day of the duals at Bakersfield was a successful one as well for the Comets.

Palomar freshman, Lewis Gonzalez, a two-time California state high school champion from Turlock High, won 17-0 by decision at 165 pounds.· Other winners for Palomar were Fidel Rojas (11-7 decision at 125 pounds), Luis Mercado (4-2 decision at 133), Ethan Hall (11-3 decision at 149), Louie Desantis (5-3 decision at 157 pounds), Caleb Smith (5-0 at 174), Kellen Desmond (7-3 decision at 174), Jose Leon (4-3 decision at 197) and Sean Hill (7-2 decision at heavyweight).

I.Drenzen, UConn. Football team topkeep rolling pled by Pasadena Palomar's All-American quarterback in 2006, Tyler Lorenzen is now 5-0 as a starting quarterback at the Division I level for the University of Connecticut.

Lorenzen and the Huskies defeated Akron 44-10 Sept. 29 in a non-conference match up.

Lorenzen finished with 203 yards on 17-26 passing and two touchdowns.

Lorenzen threw for 1,083 yards and six touchdowns so far and has also added 136 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown.

The Comet football team lost its first game of the season to Pasadena City 54-14 Sept. 29, while also losing several key starters to injuries.

Palomar (4-1) was led by backup quarterback Joey Erickson who led the Comets to a touchdown drive after replacing Hunter Wanket.

The Comets gave up a schodlrecord 481 yards passing and six touchdowns to pre-season AllAmerican quarterback David Pittman.

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Comets' conference match with JaguarS ends in stalemate RIGO HERNANDEZ THE TELESCOPE

The Palomar men's soccer team salvaged a 1-1 tie Sept. 28 in the last minute of its Pacific Coast Conference match against Southwestern 1 at Minkoff COMETS JAGUARS 1 Field.

It was a UP NE.X';' close game vs. San that came Palomar Bernadino Valley at down to 3:15p.m. Oct.lO at penalty shots Minkoff field. for Palomar. AT STAKE: Palomar will Southwestern lookfor similar success to last season's 5·1 victory kept Palomar over San Bernandino. on · its heels during the first half, while the Comets kept the pressure on Southwestern in the second half.

Palomar's Steve Bryson almost took the lead for the Comets but came up short on a penalty shot in the first half.

The Comets (5-3-3) started out the game strong but were neutralized by Southwestern's defense.

Throughout the first half it was a struggle for the Comets getting past midfield , which ill tum meant a busy afternoon for the defense. · "The moment it landed on their half it came right back,"

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Palomar's Steve Bryson, aSan Pasqual High alum, worked the ball upfield and out of Southwestern'scontrol in a1-1 tie Sept. 28 at Minkoff Field.

Bryson leads the Cornets with 10 goals, three assists, and 23 points. Bryson finished the 2006 season with four goals and five assists.

Palomar head coach Carlos Hernandez said. "Defensively, we were just finishing making great saves."

Southwestern went ahead 1-0 five minutes before the break.

Palomar goalkeeper Joey Vella,

back of the net. Velte made it 1-0 after shooting the ball past several defenders, after a scramThe Palomar women's soccer ble in the penalty box.

The Comets continued their team had an easy time against MiraCosta on Sept. 28 as the offensive attack with shot after Comets routed the Spartans in a 5- shot, which led to multiple comer 0 victory. kicks. Palomar's Alexis Parra took The Comets (8-3) had no one comer shot that found the problem handling the Spartans head of Ashlee Cristinziani, who . who could ~ot substi- COMETS 5 pounded the ball into tute p~ayers rn because SPARTANS the net for Palomar's 0 of therr small roster. second score.

"This game could UP NEXT Despite the Spartans have been one of those defending with 10 games where after the ~~~~t~:~~ ;~~-Diego players and Palomar first 10 minutes win- Oct.lO at San Diego attacking with eight, MiraCosta could not ning 1-0, they (Palomar) AT STAKE: TheCoolets could have slacked off, willattempttogo4·lin prevent the Comets from scoring. they had a consistent PacificCoastConference play. mindset," co-head Cuaresma received coach Holland Hanson said. the ball outside the penalty box "MiraCosta played with heart and made a run down the right from start to finish." sideline, passing three defenders Led by Comets' second-year and taking a shot down the center. starter Michelle Cuaresma's The ball bounced off a Miradefensive intensity and Felicia Costa player and into the goal and Velte's early goal, Palomar had a Cuaresma was awarded a goal. promising game from the start.

The Comets went into the break "Cuaresma made a difference with a comfortable .3-0 lead and in the first half," Hanson said. made several changes in forma"She is settling into that center tion, including placing Cuaresma midfield role of playmaker offen- in as a goalkeeper.

"LC;lst time I played goalie was sively and defensive."

It was not long before Comets' last season against San Diego City leading scorer Velte found the College," Cuaresma said. "I asked

who recorded five goals on the day, caught a quick shot but dropped the ball at the goal line.

After Vella jumped for the ball, it bounced in the goal and the referee called a goal for Southwestern.

"The goal was a mental error," Vella said. "The ball went right over my hands and just kind of fell in the goal. We weren't really playing our soccer; we were giving into them and playing the way they (Southwestern) were."

Vella played the whole~ game, recording the five saves and allowing only one goal.

Five of the seven comer kicks for the Comets were in the last 15 minutes of the game. In one of these comer kicks there Was a scramble in the box that ended in a handball penalty against S~thwestem . A penalty kick was called for Palomar.

Felix scored the tying goal for the Comets on the right side and recorded his sixth goal of the season.

"I knew it was going in," Felix said. "It's just a penalty kick. It can't any get easier than that."

The Comets will address coming into the game with better preparation.

"We showed that once we start playing, we can play bett~r than any team," Felix said. "When we come out- _flat anyone can beat us."

Despite forcing a tie, the Comets did not look happy with the score.

"We should have won," Felix said. "The losses that we had have been because of errors."

Hernandez said this was a wake-up call and that the team obviously must make improvements.

"We are going to go back to the drawing · board, and hopefully we'll get back on t;rack," he said.

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Comet Jennifer Jones made a move while defending the ball from aMiraCosta defender in a 5-0 victory Sept28 at Minkoff field. if I could go in goalie and they

said OK." The second half started where the first left off, with the Comets constantly on the attack. Velte was all around the field at both ends, as a center forward and even as a defender.

"I am fine taking all these roles, I enjoy playing wherever," Velte said.

At center forward, Velte got her second goal of the day on the lef~ comer and seventh of the season an assist from off Kerry Sonnenburg.

Vanessa Garcia contributed to the Comets' scoring, as she scored the fifth with a shot · from the right side.

"We were able to get better on our skills," Hanson said. "That is going to matter when we play other teams like San Diego Mesa."

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Palomar falls to Grossmont in last-minute play opportumhes that we timeout to set up a play. COMETS 8 just didn't put away," Palomar approached GRI. :'!tiS 10 the Grossmont's goal as said head coach Kelly Falcone. "I don't feel time ticked away with TIP NEXT The women's water polo team their last chance. they won that game but Palomar at Citrus kept its game close against The Comets failed to all day on Oct. 12 at that we lost Grossmont until the last minute of execute though and the Citrus College. the game."

STAKE: Palomar will the fourth period Sept. 27 in a Griffins scored an beATcompeting The Comets ended all day Oct.l2 Pacific Coast Conference insurance goal to win 13,1ookmgtormprowonrts the first half with a 6-3 match up.

10-8 at Wallace 5-Brecord. lead due to Keely Down 9-8 with less than a Memorial Pool.

O'Neill, who made a minute to go, the Comets called a "Unfortunately, we had a lot of shot from three quarters the length of the pool as· the game clock went to zero.

"I've had a long, strong shot for a while," O'Neill said, somewhat unimpressed wi_th shot.

O'Neill scored twice more to lead the Comets with three goals, followed by Ashley Annom and Sam Alderton, who ea-ch had two goals. Goalie Melissa Ketchum kept the game close, recording 13 saves.

"That's probably the best game that we've had overall this year," O'Neill said. "I rather come a little --short in the beginning games and win it all in the end."

While not directly preparing for the opponent, Falcone said she worked with her team on its communication and was enthused on her team's implementation.

"In the beginning we had a lot of teamwork," Annom said.

"We've been communicating DOUG LEIGH I THE TELESCOPE a lot lately. We're a new team so Palomar's Arnie Potter, aSan Pasqua! high alum, tries to score in alosing effort to Grossmont. were still getting used to ANTHONY SCHWARTZ • fH}. ELESCOPE

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Comets' freshman goalie Melissa Ketchum tried to make a save during a10-81oss to Grossmont Sept. 27. Ketchum· graduated from Sam Barlow High in Gresham, Ore.

each other."

Falcone saw a major flaw as Gros~mont's Monique Hanson shot seven goals in a row from two meters away from the goal.

"Not too happy about that," Falcone said. "This week we're definitely going to be working

on our two-meter defense."

Falcone said they can focus on the positive with her young team.

"I always tell the girls if the game doesn't go your way but you have a good game, there's dignity in losing."

Comets keep pressure on Griffins early, collapse late ANTHONY SCHWARTZ THE TELESCOPE

practice. We need to finish the shots a little bit more."

In the first half, Palomar's Palomar men's water polo went defense was clicking. Boynton into the second half down by two said his team worked on shutting against down Grossmont's set offense, points Sept. 27 Grossmont but failed to hang on which resulted the close first half. in a lopsided 19-9 The second half was a defeat against COMETS 9 testament to the Griffins at Wallace GR. tiNS 9 Grossmont's endurance Memorial Stadium. _ _U_P_ NEY _,. __ and Palomar's · lack .

"I think we got thereof. The Griffins tired," said head Palomar vs. San took advantage of their Miramar at possessions while the coach Brian Boynton. 3Diego p.m. Oct.18 at "Once we got tired, Palomar.

Comets could not. men tal mistakes AT STAKE: The.Comets "It brings down your happened, and it J·ust looktoduplicatelastyears hopes when you are try22-5 victory over Miramar kind of steamrolled inaconferencematchup. ing as hard as you can and another goal goes on us."

The game started to favor the in," freshman Bryant Garretson opposition in the second half said. "Each goal it seems we gave after the Comets kept it close in up a little bit more and more." the first half down 7-5 Comets' Smith and Michael at the break.

Dean accounted for two-thirds of Players conveyed a carbon the offense - Smith with four copy of the coach's message. goals and Dean with two.

"Everyone did well," Boynton The Comets realized in the loss that not enough work was done said. "It's just little mistakes. half we played between games and it is affect- First ing the play amazing polo."

"We have a lot of work to do," during games. ''It's bad conditioning," ·Smith said. "It's a rival team we Palomar's Alex Smith said. "It's just lost to. The best thing we not enough swimming before can do is take the anger and put

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Palomar's Michael Dean, aMurrieta Valley graduate, attempts to score in a19-91oss to Grossmont Sept. 27 at Wallace Memorial Stadium. it to good use against all about conditioning and being be more prepared. in the next meeting. other teams." more intense in practice."

With 13 freshmen out of The sophomore Smith, who "I don't think by any means we was on last year's experienced 18 players on the Palomar team are not as good as Giossmont," team, can see promise the Comets lack Boynton said. ''I don't think that experienced players. for this year. score does us justice for the Palomar is scheduled to play amount of talent we have on our "I think we're still a better team," Smith said. "We've been Grossmont again Oct. 25. The team. We will play much better struggling in the second half. It's Comets said they plan to the next time we play them."