THE DISPUTED TRUTH: FREE SPEECH
THE DEAF LIKE IT LOUD: SHEEN-ANINGANS
Two Telescope opinionators face off over the Supreme Court’s decision to allow hateful protestors to gather at veteran’s funerals.
Music columnist Nick Shumate reflects on egoism of celebrities in the past and present.
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FOCUSED ON PALOMAR
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Vol. 64, No. 17
Palomar College, San Marcos, Calif.
$7.5m Industrial Technology building to open this fall
How social media can affect your college dreams
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Palomar’s new industrial technologies building, located in Parking Lot 12, will incorporate three separate trade and industry programs into one building when it is completed this August. The completed building will be the future home to one of North
You rock the whole social media thing. Facebook. Twitter. YouTube. Big deal. So do several billion others. And a lot of them are applying to college too. What college applicants need to realize is that social media is a
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We’ve taken up a couple rows of spaces in Lot 12.
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Trustees approved a follow-up report to the college’s accreditation commitee at their March 8 meeting. (Brian Tierney/The Telescope)
Palomar to pass accreditation
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Gov. Board trustees approve new college policies aimed at better money management, student support
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County’s most innovative automotive training programs, which is slated to begin in the spring of 2012. The $7.5 million building is part of Palomar’s Master Plan for 2022, funded by Proposition M a bond measure passed by voters in 2006, according to a North County Times article published last year. The August completion will offer up modern machine technology and unique architecture, not to mention the return of some parking spaces currently occupied by construction equipment. “We’ve taken up a couple rows of spaces out in lot 12,” said Kelley Hudson-Macisaac director of facilities. “The spaces that we have currently blocked off are where the construction trailers are, and that’s for safe access in and out of the construction site. That will all be turned back over to us Aug. 5,” she added. “It’s going to hold all of the transportation programs: auto body, diesel and automotive,” Hudson-Macisaac said. Currently the automotive programs are scattered around campus. The diesel and auto body programs are located in the T building, the automotive program is in the N building. Combining Palomar’s automotive programs will allow the trades and industry department to share resources, reorganize and update as a whole according to HudsonMacisaac. “The whole thing will be a redesigned IT center, is how we are turn to BUILDING, PAGE 10
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Palomar is no longer in danger of losing its accreditation. The college was put on “warning” status in June 2009 for failing to meet requirements passed down by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. The commission’s evaluation is much like an exam—if college official’s priorities are well placed, then Palomar is given a good “grade,” affirming that student’s
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degrees and credits are transferable to other schools. The commission’s last outstanding requirement, that the college craft a better money and resource management plan, has now been met, officials said. Governing Board trustees unanimously approved the college’s accreditation follow-up report, which details how the college allocates money and time to important projects, on Tuesday night. “There is a monumental amount of work that went into this, and no matter how many times we say that, we just can’t say it enough,” Trustee Nancy Chadwick said, referencing the follow-up report. “It wasn’t just a statement. It was hard work.”
One final requirement In a June 2009 letter sent to college President Robert Deegan, commissioners made four recommendations to the college: improve the quality of “distance learning,” or online, classes; reevaluate the skill levels students are expected to have after completing a course; restrict Faculty Senate members’ access to trustees; and create a better plan for allocating money and other resources. College officials satisfied three of the four requirements by the March 2010 deadline, but failed to show commissioners a better plan for resource use. turn to POLICIES, PAGE 10
Builders continued work on the Industrial Technology building, located in Parking Lot 12, on March 1. (Kristen Campbell/The Telescope)
Think: How a teacher or aunt might feel if they saw something on one of the sites. Clean it up: Delete coarse language, risky or offensive photos, bad grammar. Review: Your friends’ lists. Avoid: Cute or suggestive email or website addresses “living and breathing” extension of your application and resume, so it has to work for — not against — you. “Students have grown up with the Internet, with this open forum kind of communication and I don’t think they understand that their Facebook page is now their online resume,” says Nora Ganim Barnes, director of the Center for Marketing Research at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. “They could include a lot of the public service that they do. Those things instead of birthday parties on their Facebook pages — I think they could get a lot of mileage out of that.” Halley Shefler would probably agree. “Your website, Facebook is your new resume. It’s the living and breathing resume,” says Shefler, who heads The Arts Edge, an educational consultancy for students in the visual and performing arts with offices in Boston and New York. Students, she says, should “post art portfolios online or links to videos or photo galleries from their turn to network, PAGE 10
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Campus Headlines ASG celebrates influential women in history Mark saunders The Telescope
In honor of Women’s History Month, on Wednesday, March 16, the Associated Student Government will host a Women’s History event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the student union quad. The event will focus on celebrating women’s contributions, achievements and successes dating back to the 1920s. Clubs will have booths set up showcasing a female from a specific decade leading up to the present decade. The event will also feature music, food and entertainment for students to enjoy. Clubs scheduled to attend include Associated Student Government, Black Student Union, MEChA, Phi
Theta Kappa, the fashion club and the poetry club, to name a few. Nine clubs are registered -with more planning- to set up a display booth, according to ASG Sen. Gaby Bahuman. Vendors and campus departments will also have booths set up in the quad. Bahuman said in an email,“Women have grown individually through(out) society and have had great impact throughout communities today. “It is important to highlight the changes they have brought upon the world in the past, present and what they (women) will contribute to the future,” she added. For more information, contact the ASG office at 760-744-1150 ext. 2605. Contact Mark Saunders, news editor, at msaunders@the-telescope.com
President Channing Shattuck and Vice President Evelyn Lucero lead an ASG meeting. ASG will be sponsoring the Women’s History Month event where clubs will celebrate the achievements and success of women. (Deb Hellman/The Telescope)
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of a weapon on campus. The student drove off in a Palomar-owned golf cart after stealing cans from the recycling bins at Palomar. Campus police arrested the student and also contacted the student’s parole officer to report his parole violation.
Vandalism and Graffiti • Verbiage found on the The Police walls of the Escondido Blotter gives an campus’ 800 and 300 wings and on the San Marcos overview of activity reported campus in the men’s restroom of the O-building and by campus police. This is not the library stairwell. published on request by campus Arrests police nor is it a punishment. • A male student was arrested outside the O-building for possession
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Campus police arrested a student driving on a suspended license on the main campus. Student arrested in the men’s locker room for possession of drug paraphernalia and for possession of burglary tools. The case was sent to the District Attorney’s office. This was a violation of the student’s parole.
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A student was cited with a student conduct violation after being caught with marijuana in the arboretum.
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A female student reported her purse stolen after leaving it in the library on the San Marcos campus.
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Non-students cited for possession of marijuana at the Howard Brubeck Theatre and the cactus garden.
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Two students were cited for a student conduct violation after campus police found altered parking permits. The students were parked in lots 3 and 15.
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Two students were found smoking marijuana outside the Howard Brubeck Theatre. The students were cited and released.
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Facebook enters competition with Netflix, other movie streaming, rental companies Frank Michael Russell San Jose Mercury News
In a first for Facebook, Hollywood movie studio Warner Bros. is offering online rentals of “The Dark Knight” and other movies on the social networking site. U.S. movie fans who ‘like’ “The Dark Knight” Facebook page may rent the movie for $3 or 30 Facebook credits, the Palo Alto, Calif., company’s virtual currency. Viewers will have 48 hours to watch the film through their Facebook account. “Facebook has become a daily
destination for hundreds of millions of people,” Thomas Gewecke, president of Warner Bros. Digital Distribution, said in a news release Tuesday. “Making our films available through Facebook is a natural extension of our digital distribution efforts. It gives consumers a simple, convenient way to access and enjoy our films through the world’s largest social network.” If other Hollywood studios follow Warner’s lead, Facebook could become a rival movie platform to Apple’s iTunes and Netflix’s online streaming service.
Shares of Los Gatos-based Netflix declined after the Warner Bros. announcement.
Correction There was an error in last week’s News article “Palomar’s Police collect $280,000 in parking tickets.” The article erroneously stated that there were no students were on the Strategic Planning Council. We apologize for this mistake.
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Career day provides working world insight, tips Event breaks ‘job fair’ label with business demos, resume tutorials, career building tutorials planned for students Sydnie Taylor The Telescope
Palomar’s 14th annual Career Day will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16 in the MD building. Career Day is a free event, open to the public and is put on by Palomar’s Graphic Communications Department. The event is an opportunity for the audience to find out about the courses and certificates available at Palomar and to network with local businesses for prospective jobs and internships. About 300 students and community members attended the last Career Day. “It is quite a tradition and each one gets bigger and better,” said Lillian Payn, chair of the graphic communications department. Career Day is not like a job fair. Students will be able to choose from three simultaneous presentations featuring different categories within the Graphic Communications Department. These three tracks are multimedia, web and print. Experts in these fields will speak and give demonstrations on each topic throughout the day. “This is really a bridge between what we are teaching in the handson classroom and actually getting a job or internship in the industry,” Payn said. The speakers of Career Day will be bringing in examples of what they do in their careers. They will give insight into happeningcurrently the industryskills seeking. For example, one speaker will be coming from Jobing.com and will give students successful job
search strategies. A speaker from Studio 2055 will be presenting how to build a portfolio or resume. “They (speakers) are coming to show students how to get a job online when there is so much competition,” Payn said. “The Internet is mysterious. There are so many sending in resumes. The speakers will show you how to stand out.” Presentations will be held at the beginning of every hour for the duration of the event. The event will also give visitors a tour of the new classrooms and labs that were completed before the start of the Spring 2011 semester. The event will also showcase the classrooms and equipment, which were paid for through Proposition M funds and VTEA grants. The presenters will be speaking about various topics within these three categories, including web authoring, multimedia, new 3-D Technologies, gaming development, digital publishing, graphic design, print services, prepress, publishing, advertising, job searching and resumes, according to a March 1 press release. Speakers for the event are from San Diego County businesses, including Alioscopy USA, 858 Graphics, EZ Ecommerce, Groovy Like a Movie, Jobing.com, Mad Media Design and Savannah College of Art and Design. “Every year we get really good comments about how much students got out of it (Career Day) and how they were able to network with these people,” Payn said. The presentation given by Savannah College of Art and Design will apply to many career paths on campus. In addition to speaking about graphics and fine arts, they will also speak about marketing, advertis-
ing, digital media (game development, radio advertising, and television production) and fashion. All speakers at the event are volunteering their time to lecture. “We are culturing and nurturing these relationships all year to persuade them to come talk on campus,” Payne said with a laugh. Every year, Payne added that she tries to have new speakers and a good mix of different businesses. “On the other hand, we have speakers that love talking to Palomar and benefit from having Palomar interns, and they ask to come back.” Speakers will be available after the presentations to answer any questions students may have. Students will also have the opportunity to learn about the programs available at Palomar – including courses, Associate of Arts degrees, and certificates. This event is open to the public and students are encouraged to bring friends and family members. Contact Lillian Payn of the Graphic Communications Department at 760-744-1150 ext. 3078 or at lpayn@palomar.edu with any questions about Career Day. Contact Sydnie Taylor, online editor, at staylor@the-telescope.com
(Full Press Release at blogs.the-telescope.com/newsroom) (Photo Illustration by Mark Saunders/The Telescope. Original Photo by Chuck Kennedy/MCT)
Workshop notice: seminar to help students develop resume writing Mark Saunders The Telescope
The recipe for career success starts with cooking up a phenomenal resume. The “Recipe for a Well Done Resume” workshop gives students the opportunity to learn about personalizing their resume. On March 18 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., attendees will learn what employers want out of a resume and how to set themselves apart from other potential job candidates. The seminar will be held in room 500B at the Escondido campus. Attendees will also explore three different types of resumes to write and which type best fits their background. The event, hosted by the Teaching and Learning Center, is free.
“Students can expect to learn a lot of different resume writing techniques and go over a lot of samples,” said Jessica Ambrocio, tutorial specialist. Ambrocio added that counselors are available for students every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. to assist in resume writing as well as tutoring services. To reserve a seat, students can contact Sarah Moore at 760-744-1150 ext. 2680 or at smoore2@palomar. edu. Students can also call the Teaching and Learning Center at 760-7441150 ext. 8171 for more information and information about other workshops and services. Contact Mark Saunders, news editor, at msaunders@the-telescope.com
Career Day Schedule 9:30 a.m. -- Tour of graphic communications facilities- MD 119 10 a.m. -- Matt & Josh Martelli, Mad Media Designs- MD 119 [Multimedia] Jen Martino, Project X Media- MD 135 [Web] David Hay, 858 Graphics- MD 133 [Print] 11 a.m. -- Brent Altomare, Groovy Like a Movie- MD 119 [Multimedia] Dominique Farrar, Savannah College of Art & Design- MD 135 [Web] Kimberly Vargas & Tom Burke, Modern Postcard- MD 133 [Print] 12 p.m. -- Pia Maffei, Alioscopy USA Inc. MD 134 [Multimedia] Zak Ruvalcaba, Author of “Dreamweaver CS5 Unleashed”- MD 135 [Web] Nanette Newbry, Studio 2055- MD 133 [Print] 1 p.m. -- John Cook, EZ Commerce- MD 135 [Web] Rosanna Indie, Jobing.com- MD 133 [Print]
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Monday, March 14, 2011 Vol. 64, No. 17 Palomar College, San Marcos, Calif.
FACT CHECK: Pay attention to those in power
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Westboro Baptist church protestors gathered at the funeral of Marine Lance Cpl. Kevin Lucas in Virginia. (Chuck Kennedy/KRT)
THE DISPUTED TRUTH A spirited debate on the issues that affect students
ISSUE: WAS THE SUPREME COURT CORRECT IN ALLOWING IDEOLOGICAL PROTESTORS TO DEMONSTRATE AT VETERAN’S FUNERALS?
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Disgusting. Appalling. Unforgivable. Those are only a few choice words I would use to describe the Supreme Court’s ruling. In the case of Snyder v. Phelps, the court ruled if favor of the Church, stating that their highly offensive tactics are protected by the first amendment. I thought Esperanza Spalding beating Justin Beiber at the Grammys was an upset. Westboro’s victory is beyond an upset. It’s just plain unfathomable. For those who don’t know, the Westboro Baptist Church is an extremist church organization that is known for protesting the funerals of soldiers, commonly accusing the United States’ tolerance of homosexuals for the deaths of soldiers by God. In the Supreme Court case of Schenck v. US, the court ruled against Charles Schenck stating his language was a “hinderance” and a “clear and present danger.” I fail to see how Westboro’s message is dissimilar in this regard. I’ll be the first to say that I’m for free speech, and a free press--obviously. However, I’m not for the right to act like an insensitive [expletive], regardless of your beliefs. In 1942, the court ruled the arrest of Walter Chaplinsky for using “fighting words and obscenity” in Chaplinsky v. State of New Hampshire as constitutional. The court stated that his words did not contribute to his expression. So why was this logic not applied to the Phelps case? There is no doubt that Westboro’s methods do not contribute to their expression and the Supreme Court has completely overlooked that. The church claims that they work “to preach a faithful message from the scriptures.” Their acts hardly resemble the message preached in the Bible. If police officers are forced to fence off demonstrations due to the likelihood of violence, it’s impossible not to consider their protesting as disruptive to the peace. The church has not provided any validity for its “cause” and it more closely resembles a cult than a religion. This ruling is not only a joke, but also an insult to every court case that has provided liberties to groups that the church attacks. Congratulations Supreme Court judges. You have not only proved that you are inconsistent, but also that modern today holds no bearing on how the constitution is interpreted.
“Congress shall make no law… abridging the freedom of expression.” Our First Amendment right to express ourselves freely in this country, without fear of persecution, is what makes America a great nation. “Thank God for Dead Soldiers.” “Fags Doom Nations.” “Priests Rape Boys.” These are the messages the Westboro Church had on their placards when protesting at the funeral of deceased soldier, Lance Cpl. Matthew Snyder. Although their message is hurtful, rights and freedoms are what make America great. Freedom of Expression is a major liberty that Americans enjoy everyday. What kind of country would America be if we stifled any minority viewpoint? Viewpoints like desegregation and women’s rights were once considered radical. If we let our government strike down minority ideas we might be left with a very BIG brother telling us what we can or cannot say. The Church did not violate any laws. They were undisruptive to the funeral ceremony for Snyder, stayed 1,000 feet from the grave sight and alerted police of their assembly on a plot of public property. Albert Snyder, the deceased’s father, stated in court that he didn’t see the placards until later, when he saw them on the news. In the case Snyder v. Phelps, et al., Albert Snyder argued that Phelps and his followers were guilty of intentional infliction of emotional distress, intrusion upon seclusion and civil conspiracy. However the Supreme Court case Harris v. Jones states that a plaintiff must demonstrate that the defendant acted to intentionally cause emotional distress through outrageous conduct. Marching up and down a sidewalk, carrying signs and being peaceful is not something I would call “outrageous conduct,” no matter how contrasting my personal beliefs are to those picketing. The Supreme Court ruled the Westboro Church’s speech was not a personal attack on Matthew Snyder or his grieving family. The content in their signs were meant for a broad audience stating that they were “criticizing the political and moral conduct of the United States.” What this case comes down to is the fact that the First Amendment is there to protect our right to free expression, no matter if the content is upsetting or hurtful.
Contact Mark Saunders, news editor, at msaunders@the-telescope.com
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We are watchdogs. Our job is to keep an eye on officials and organizations that hold power on campus. However, this power should not be limited to writers or reporters. Students pay money to attend this college. Therefore, it is the students’ responsibility as much as it is ours to keep tabs on those officiating the operation at Palomar. If you don’t care about where your dollars are going, you probably have no desire to follow the money or the operation of departments on campus. Habitually disregarding the institutions and leaders put in place to serve you is the equivalent of overusing drugs or alcohol. You build up a tolerance. You accept it and it doesn’t affect you. Then, you bring that mentality with you when you leave college and begin a career. Case in point: the investigation of Andrew Bissell’s departure from the Associated Student Government. Critics disregarded a report, commissioned by Governing Board trustees, and prepared by Mark Vernoy, vice president of student services, that discounted Bissell’s claims of being ousted by Associated Student Government advisor Sherry Titus. Those critics were right to disregard Vernoy’s report. It was completed internally. Vernoy reports to college President Robert Deegan, who has a vested interest in keeping things smooth at the college. A report showing impropriety on the part of an administrationappointed official (i.e. Titus) would reflect badly on Deegan, and in turn, on Vernoy. If the Governing Board is going to try to solve this problem, this is hardly the correct way to do it. Sweeping problems under the rug will not make everyone forget. A third party must be brought in to settle this debacle. This is the only way to ensure that nobody is pressured to divulge information under the influence of high authorities. The ASG has taken a step in the right direction in seeking to cut the Office of Student Affairs from their bylaws, rendering the student government a real, independent body. According to ASG President Channing Shattuck, the ASG is going through the bylaws and switching responsibilities that OSA once held over to the ASG, and well as cleaning up redundancies. The exact progress of this undertaking is unclear, however, Shattuck said--in comparison to the bylaws listed at the beginning of the semester--much has been altered. If we aren’t consistently checking in on those in power, we run the risk of being swept under the rug ourselves. In order to fix this trend, students need to turn a more critical eye toward the college government. Be skeptical. Ask questions. Take an interest in how things work. Being a watchdog means being aware. Are you?
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR Looking to have some fun, get some culture, and live it up in the North County? We’ll help.
St. Patty’s Day: March 17 ShamRock The Party promises entertainment on three stages by the Fooks, the Young Dubliners, Lexington Field, DJs, traditional Irish music with step dancers, more. Over 60,000 square feet of green Astroturf! @ Gaslamp Quarter - Downtown, Special Admission: $25 - $30 March 17 St. Patrick’s Day Open Reading of Irish Poetry and Prose Members of the public are invited to read their favorite passages from James Joyce, William Butler Yeats, George Bernard Shaw, Oscar Fingal O’Flaherty Wills Wilde, Samuel Beckett, Edmund Burke, Sean O’Casey, et al. Messrs. Guinness and Harp will officiate the proceedings. Monday, March 17 from 7 P.M until it ends
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Adam Kopicki was considered the next child piano prodigy at the age of 7 by adults who viewed him playing and practicing. After exploring his talents through performance and in solace, he has found the practice rooms at Palomar to be most satisfying of all. Kopicki said his talent was born unexpectedly when his mother decided to share her love of the piano. Adam Kopicki plays piano for many Palomar projects. He says “My mother began teaching me to play the piano he is self taught and has been playing since he was 6 years old. around the age of 6,” Kopicki said. “It lasted all of (Belinda Callin/The Telescope) about two weeks and then I took degree in music performance. off on my own.” “That was my dream, my idealizaKopicki had a strong relationtion and it just went on since the age of ship with the piano from a young six until probably the age of 19,” Kopage, his parents said. icki said. “(He had) speed and forcefulAfter attending classes for a couple ness on the keys,” Adam Kopicki of years Kopicki found that life as a Sr. said in an email. performer wasn’t what he wanted. Kopicki continued his musi“I was hoping to send him to a music conversancy cal career by participating in the music department at school,” Adam Kopicki Sr. said. “But that didn’t hapeach of his schools. “I met Adam 10 years ago, when I was 13,” said Megan pen,” The younger Kopicki became disillusioned with Mauno, a friend of Kopicki’s. “I’d hear him play Liszt’s Hunthe music world, and lost interest at 21, his father regarian Rhapsodies and Chopin’s Etudes like a professional.” ported. Kopicki approaches his art with a professional mindset. Though not enrolled in classes, Kopicki hopes to “I’ve always been honest about my work and I don’t both inspire and be inspired while practicing his music want to put too much business aspect into it,” he said. “(My music is) art and feeling and internal strife and around students. “I’m happy just to play for myself, but I want to play peace, too, a kind of rest and restoration.” for other people and I can do that by just returning to After high school, Kopicki decided to attend Palothe college,” he said. mar. He enrolled in the fall of 2005 with hopes of beConnact Natalie Soldoff, staff writer, at nsoldoff@the-telescope.com coming a concert pianist after obtaining a bachelor’s
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Devo @ Belly Up, Solana Bch. Girl Talk@ Soma, San Diego Miniature Tigers @ Casbah, Little Italy Sum 41 @ HoB, Downtown Ani DiFranco @ HoB, Downtown White Buffalo @ The Loft, UCSD Coolio @ Romona Mainstage, Romona
Get cultured: March 25 Fresh Sound: Consume Consume places two performers side by side in constant dialogue: one, an actor and vocalist with live video and audio processing who is projected as a large, almost superhuman being; the other, a musician, performing voice and live electronics on custom high tech device. The Loft @ UCSD $10 Students $15 GA April 1 Wonderland Friday Festival of International Contemporary Dance includes Kate Weare performing Bright Land and Bridge of Sighs. Festival passes available. 858-534-8497 .Potiker Theatre at UCSD - Dance, La Jolla, UCSD Admission: $10 - $20 Through March 27 Little Miss Sunshine La Jolla Playhouse presents the world premiere of this musical comedy, music and lyrics by William Finn, book and direction by James Lapine, based on the Academy Award-winning film. @ La Jolla Playhouse, La Jolla, contact for showtimes. Through April 23 MiXtape A musical journey through the music of the 1980s. Contact the Horton Grand Theatre, San Diego for showtimes.
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HOOKED Betting your life away: the side effects of gambling Christine Foronda The Telescope
A road trip to Vegas or even gambling on the weekends with friends may seem like harmless fun, but do you ever feel compelled to gamble? From 2000 to 2007, the economic value of gambling in the United States has went 50 percent with legal gambling revenue reaching $92.27 billion, according to the American Gaming Association. Just like with drugs and alcohol, gambling can turn into an addiction. “The key feature of pathological gambling is a destructive pattern of recurrent gambling that the person is unable to stop,” said Haydn Davis, Palomar College professor of psychology. Davis added that this type of addiction is an impulse-control disorder, but there are no laboratory tests that detect pathological gambling or gambling addiction. However, there is research that shows gambling addicts have disruptions in their neurotransmitter systems. “Not surprisingly, these neurotransmitter systems – dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine – are also the most active when people experience pleasure,” Davis said. Palomar students said they can tell the difference between gambling as a hobby and gambling as an addiction. Bryant Vuong, a Palomar student, said he gambles a few times a month with friends. “You can tell someone is a gambling addict when they constantly gamble, regardless of financial and personal circumstances, and constantly borrow money for that,”Vuong said.
start gambling with friends but eventually increases his or her bets in amount and frequency, according to Davis. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders stated that between 2.9 and 8 percent of adolescent and college students in a population have experienced pathological gambling. Adults’ prevalence rates are Gambling can start out as fun but can lead to the loss of money and prophalf of that. erty, according to professionals. (Hannah Villaruel/The Telescope) “I don’t know the prevalence in San Linda Amor, a business professor who is an experienced gambler, said she believes Diego, but with casinos all around, card rooms and Internet gambling available, that addicts have no limits to gambling. Amor also mentioned that people ad- a race track in Del Mar, there is no lack dicted to gambling risk their time, their of opportunity [to gamble] for anyone in money and their relationships just so they San Diego County,” Davis said. But Amor said she can control her excan gamble. “Many will lie to get more money or to posure. “Before gambling, I set limits to know cover their activities, and behave in ways that erode their self-esteem. It is like any when to quit,” she said. “I make and follow other addiction in this regard,” Amor said. a plan to quit if I win a certain amount or It is unclear to researchers how gam- quit when I lose a certain amount.” Amor agreed that there is a temptation bling turns from fun to serious, according to ignore the self-imposed limits, but she to Davis. “While it is true that for some the knows when not to take chances. “I’ve watched friends ride the rollerfirst big winning bet can start them on a course of destructive gambling, it is more coaster enough to know the odds are in the typically the case that the problem gam- House’s favor when you gamble. Whether bling develops more insidiously,” Davis I’ve reached my limit by winning or by losing, I figure that’s a good time to quit.” said. Similar to how a smoker starts with a few cigarettes and ends up smok- Contact Christine Foronda, lab writer, at ing a pack or more a day, a person may cforonda@the-telescope.com
[Focus] 7 The problem with pop Camilo Barrero The Telescope
The average person drinks 57 gallons of soft drinks each year, according to NationMaster.com. The United States has the biggest soda consumption in the world. Soft drinks have no nutritional value and according to medical authorities, they can harm your health. “It is like a silent enemy; you do it since you’re a kid and as you grow older you feel the need to keep doing it,” graphic design student Josh García said. Then you look a couple years back and you went from one to five [sodas] in a day.” Some attribute the obsession of drinking soda to the amount of sugar and others to the caffeine. Caffeine is psychoactive substance that stimulates the nervous system and makes you feel awake and, in some cases, increases perception. Sugar makes the human system alert, but consuming two cans a day can take you from drinking a refresher to consuming about a pound of pure sugar a week. “I feel like after a while it gets out of control, you just need it,” Nursing student Samantha Mercer. “Not sure if I should say I’m addicted but sometimes when I think about it I feel really close to addition.” Instead of drinking soda, opt for something healthier. Water, tea and natural juice are the healthiest alternatives that offer nutrients, vitamins and even caffeine in some teas. While students may be addicted to the drink for the sugar or caffeine, kicking the can could be beneficial to your health. Contact Camilo Barrero, staff writer, at cbarrero@the-telescope.com
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Monday, March 14, 2011
The deaf like it loud by Nick Shumate
Axel Rose, Tiger Woods, Tiger’s Blood Charlie Sheen. What was the first thing that popped into your brain: train wreck, tiger’s blood, orchestrated? Remember when Axel Rose had no problem acting like an ass during interviews? His words weren’t scripted and he didn’t pause or wait for the right thing to say. His answers were repulsive, but real. What you saw was what you got. He was a drug-using, alcoholic asshole and we loved to hate him. There wasn’t a difference between Axel Rose the image and Axel Rose the real person. “I think everybody should be worshiping me ‘cause I was around before them,” Rose said about his influence on the reinvention of rock in the late 1990s. Tiger Woods is a perfect example of a complete distortion between public icon and reality. When the scandal broke I was in disbelief. Who was this monster who would destroy his family and treat his partner this way? His apologies sounded far from authentic, and even if they were, it didn’t matter.The point is, Tiger Wood’s image was manufactured by marketing committees, publicists and companies for profit. Celebrities keep the public and fans at arm’s length. The industry has tried to provide a better appearance of actors and entertainers but somewhere along the way, has lost its authenticity. I’m tired of calculated responses and focus groups; I think everyone else is, too. Enter Charlie. Now we get watch with grinning anticipation an unfiltered reaction to the stress of being under the constant eye of the public. “I probably took more than anybody could survive. I was bangin’ seven-gram rocks and finishing them because that’s how I roll,” Sheen said in a ‘20/20’ interview. I wonder why I am so wrapped up in the Charlie Sheen epidemic. Besides the completely bizarre shit he is saying, it is because I can kind of relate to him in some twisted way. Not in the sense of I “bang sevengram rocks” but sometimes I have a tough time balancing work and play. Life gets intense and I make mistakes. It’s easier to connect with someone who is honest about his struggle to find equilibrium in the day-to-day rather than a Hollywood icon that has the image of a perfect life. “Ballfield, battlefield, it doesn’t matter. In the middle are the (expletive) sheep, are the trolls. Take it, or die violently,” Sheen said. Distractions are a welcome relief from what’s happening in the world but don’t turn away too long from the more important events that directly affect your life. We all like chocolate but we need our vegetables more. Either way Mr. Sheen is being genuine and that isn’t something easily found now days. Cheers and thanks for listening. Hit Nick up at nshumate@the-telescope.edu
County resident,Wade Anderson, plays pool near the front entrance of the Metaphor Cafe, which is located on 258 East 2nd Ave in Escondido Calif. (Rosa Galvan/The Telescope)
Escondido landmark serves up good times Casey Byrne The Telescope
Anyone familiar to downtown Escondido has no doubt seen the bright red letters of the Metaphor Café’s marquee on Second Avenue. As you travel west down Grand, hook a left on Juniper, follow the sound of live music and you know you’re there. Standing tall on the corner for the past 22 years, the Metaphor Café has been hosting live music and serving as a place to hang out, when the rest of Escondido was devoid of an all-ages venue for local bands and artists to showcase their talents. Walking through the front door, your eyes are immediately drawn to the numerous paintings and murals by local artists that adorn the walls. Continue past the pool table and belly up to the bar where you get a great view of the large stage that hosts bands ranging from punk to reggae and everything in between. The Metaphor Café has always been a beacon for musical talent of all ages, often showcasing traveling hardcore and punk bands from Orange County and L.A., as well as out-ofstate bands touring southern California. Local bands have cut their teeth and honed their chops playing to small audiences here before branching out and playing bigger venues. Don’t have a band? Not a problem at the Metaphor. They host an open mic night every Wednesday. Local musicians are given 15 minutes, or three songs, to share their vocal and instrumental talents. Just show up early to sign up, as there are only 10 slots available on those nights. Serenade a crowd in an intimate venue whose artistic décor lends itself to the musical styling of the brave individuals who aren’t afraid to share their creative outlets in front of a laid-back crowd. While the Metaphor started out years ago as a coffee shop hosting open mike nights, it has evolved into a contender for the local downtown Escondido watering holes, offering beer and wine along with many culinary options from their kitchen. Seven days a week, the Metaphor Café opens its doors at 6:30 a.m., serving breakfast items many of which are under $6. The lunch menu is simplistic yet tasty sounding, with appetizers, salads and burgers. Many of their menu items can be cooked meatless to satisfy vegetarian and vegan diets as well. This month, the special dessert of the
Middle top: The Café supports local art, paintings cover much of the walls and doors. Middle bottom: The Metaphor Café is not only a cafe and local music venue, but also serves alcohol and burgers. (Rosa Galvan/ The Telescope)
Restaurant Review Metaphor Cafe
258 East 2nd Ave Escondido, CA 92025 Go there for: Live local music, bar and grill
month is a deep fried Twinkie. Kim Martin, the manager at the Metaphor, explained that they prepare theirs without the thick coating of batter that you might find on a deep fried Twinkie at the San Diego County Fair. Even without the batter, she described them as sinful and delicious, where you say, “I shouldn’t be eating this, but I just can’t stop.” With an average price that is noticeably less expensive than other cafes, you don’t have to break the bank to get some tasty vittles and see a live performance. The beer prices were also reasonable, as well. A domestic bottle is $3, with imports and craft brews topping out at $4, a great deal considering what other places have the audacity to charge for a bottle of suds. The best deal in the house definitely has to be the tall can of Pabst Blue Ribbon for $4, a great value for these tough economic times. As a native of Escondido, this writer can remember seeing bands play and hanging out with friends at the Metaphor Café when I was 15. Now over 16 years later, it is refreshing to know that there are still businesses operating who were able to withstand the onslaught of the Starbucks revolution that just about killed the independently owned cafe. At the ever-evolving Metaphor Café, some things change while others stay refreshingly the same. The music will play on as long as there are those who want to hear it. Contact Casey Byrne, staff writer, at cbyrne@the-telescope.com
The Metaphor Café marquee lights up at night. The Metaphor is off Grand Avenue in Escondido and is the local hang out spot for food, coffee and music on Friday nigh (Rosa Galvan/ The Telescope)
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Monday, March 14, 2011
ST. PATTY’S DAY
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A day for friends... and beer
21% 17% 17% 13% of Palomar students prefer Fat Tire
of Palomar students prefer Heineken
of Palomar students prefer Corona
What students drink Popular brews among students at Palomar
Melina Fickas The Telescope
Beer ranges in flavor and color from a light pilsner to a dark stout. Here at Palomar, student disagree on best tasting beer. Most of the interviewed students liked the New Belgium Fat Tire, which is an amber ale. Food pairings to go with Fat Tire include cheese platters,
ravioli and pork chops, according to newbelgium.com. Second place was a tie between Heineken and Corona. Heineken Lager is brewed for almost a month, which is twice as long as other beers, according to heineken.com. “It’s smooth and easy to drink,”student Josh Brown said. Corona is a light pilsner that has a unique taste and color.
It is the best selling beer in Mexico, according to corona. com. “Corona tastes better than most light beers,” student Ben Villareal said. Other beers that students like are Samuel Adams, Blue Moon and New Castle. Contact Melina Fickas, focus editor, at mfickas@the-telescope.com
of Palomar students prefer Sam Adams
Where to drink Local venues offer festive holiday scene for party goers Melina Fickas The Telescope
Knowing what to do and where to go on this special day can change the whole course of events. Please make sure if you are drinking, you have a designated driver. Saying that, there are a few local pubs that students might want to know about. Penny Lane Pub & Grill, located on San Marcos Blvd, is one local bar that will be full on St. Patties. The “British-Rock” pub is in tribute to the popular band, The Beatles, according to pennylane.biz. Another local pub, which is located several blocks east of Penny Lane, is Churchill’s Pub and Grille. This bar promises that anyone can have a good time here, according to churchillspub.us. Also on San Marcos Blvd
For more information on these local bars and breweries, go to the-telescope.com! on Restaurant Row, is the San Marcos Brewery and Grill. They offer a full menu and many handcrafted beers that are locally brewed, according to sanmarcosbrewery.com. Finally, there is the Stone Brewery. Stone is located on Citricado Parkway. This brewery was started here and has infinitely grown in popularity. Stone offers locally brewed beers that are usually a lot stronger in alcohol content than other draft beers. Contact Melina Fickas, focus editor, at mfickas@the-telescope.com
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News to Know: Headlines students should know about
Although Proposition 19 was defeated in California, voters in 10 cities overwhelmingly approved taxes on sales of medical and recreational marijuana. Los Angeles voters voted to approve the taxation on medicinal marijuana as well in a close race on March 8. The approved tax will place a $50 tax on every $1,000 gross reciept of medical marijuana sold. (Brian van der Brug/Los Angeles Times)
U.S. Navy trains sailors in preparation for openly gay enlistees The U.S. Navy is guiding sailors into new waters with new conduct guidelines outlining rules for how potential issues involving openly gay sailors should be handled, according to a March 4 article by Signonsandiego.com. Since a Dec. 2010 repeal of “don’t ask don’t tell”, The Defense Department is requiring all branches of the military to train recruits on the new guidelines. Sailors will be required to watch a 24-minute slide show containing real-life scenarios including portrayals of recruiters saying they don’t want to help openly gay people enlist out of moral objection, reassigning roommates for openly-gay sailors and open bigotry against gays. Military pastors will retain the ability preach biblical verses contains anti-gay sentiments, but the policies are being implemented to accommodate everyone’s rights
his left shoulder of a skill wearing a cowboy hat. He may also be driving a tan, Ford motor home. Rouse has also been reported as using a wheelchair. In addition to stalking, Rouse has been arrested twice on suspicion of violating his probation, according to Lt. Craig Carter of the San Diego Police Department. Anyone who sees Rouse is advised to call 911 immediately.
Warrant issued for convicted stalker in Escondido
home after he wasn’t allowed in. “The San Diego State campus is saddened by this tragic news which confirms our worst fears,” SDSU President Stephen Weber said in the article. “Our thoughts, this morning, are with Austin’s family and friends who have our deepest sympathies.” The 22-year-old had been studying international business at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid since mid-January.
SDSU missing student found
Escondido authorities are on the lookout for a convicted stalker who is believed to have cut off his GPS tracking device while near a victim’s house, which he has threatened to kill, according to a March 4 article by the North County Times. Police have an arrest warrant out for Martin Dale Rouse Jr., 41, who was convicted of felony stalking in February 2010. Rouse is described as white, 5 feet, 9 inches tall and weighs about 144 pounds. He has brown eyes and hair, and a tattoo on
The body of missing San Diego State University student Austin Bice was discovered on March 8 in the Manzanares River in Spain, according March 8 article in the North County Times. Spanish police reported the discovery Tuesday morning reporting that no immediate signs of foul play were apparent. The SDSU student studying abroad has been missing Feb. 25. A friend of the Bice said last week that Bice had planned to go to a nightclub but decided to walk
City considers alternate sources for stadium funding
equally. The Secretary of the Navy has said the training will conclude in June. The Navy has begun training with military lawyers, chaplains, counselors and public affairs officers. After, commanders and senior officers will receive the training followed by all lower ranked military personnel, according to the same article by Signonsandiego.com.
Signal vs. Noise The Telescope’s attempt to update you on the notable events of the day marches on! 1. What television show was actor Charlie Sheen fired from recently? A. Wizards of Waverly Place B. Breaking Bad C. Two and a Half Men D. Fairly Legal
3. In what city did 49 teachers recieve layoff notices and 16 principles recieve reasssignment notices? A. San Marcos B. Escondido C. Poway D. Oceanside
2. According to a recent government survey, women are more educated than men but earning less pay. True or false? A. True. B. False.
4. What country has been working to prevent a total govenment shutdown? A. Australia B. United States C. China D. Greece
5. What celebrity has recently applied to Central Saint Martins College (fashion design school) in London ? A. Lady Gaga B. Christina Aguilera C. Shaquille O’Neal D. Kanye West
6. What local community has recently apporved a pet licensing incentive program? A. Poway B. Vista C. Lake Elsinore D. Rancho Bernardo
Answers: 1-C, 2-A 3-A, 4-B, 5-D, 6-C. (Visuals from Mike Miner and Chris Ware/MCT)
On March 7, San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders and Chargers President Dean Spanos met to discuss funding options for the potential construction of a new stadium for the Chargers, according to a March 7 article by Signonsandiego.com. The elimination of redevelopment agencies as well as a possible NFL lockout was among the topics considered as a threat to the stadium’s funding. The talks also ad-
dressed the possibility of a sports and entertainment district accompanying the potential stadium along San Diego’s downtown waterfront. Los Angeles is also considering a stadium complex and trying to lure NFL teams to call LA home in the future. The Chargers have already stated, however, that they prefer to stay in San Diego regardless of a contract option to leave San Diego for a short period, according to the same article. The downtown location has become the last site effort after sites in Chula Vista, Oceanside and Escondido have also been considered. Many of the development groups involved with the discussion between Sanders and Spanos are focused on saving redevelopment agencies before settling on alternative funding options for a new stadium. “Keeping redevelopment alive is our highest priority alive right now,” Rich Bach, chairman of the Downtown San Diego Partnership, said in the article. “If that goes away, it’s a game changer for us and it really changes our entire strategic plan.
10 [News] Policies Continued from Page 1 The college had to do more than make plans to meet the commission’s requirements, Trustee Paul McNamara said. “Effort doesn’t necessarily get you an ‘A’ grade,” he explained. “You still have to pass the test. You still have to get past that.” The college’s failure to meet accreditation requirements is systematic, McNamara said. “If you think your study habits are great, and you don’t pass the test, then you probably have to take a look at how you’re studying,” he said.
A ‘masterful’ solution
Officials updated the Master Plan for 2022 to satisfy the commission’s request, explicitly explaining the procedure used to manage the budget and other resources. “We have an updated master plan for our educational programs and our facilities,” Deegan said. “We’ll use that as a guideline as we put together our facilities and the programs that use those facilities.” The follow-up report detailed the college’s “Resource Allocation Model,” a system that determines where money will be spent based on how many students are expected to enter a program or use a service. “The college’s Resource Allocation Model (RAM) . . . ensures the college’s maximization of its resources in support of student learning and service area outcomes,” the report said. And the college is still making adjustments in response to past commission requirements. Officials have made “student learning outcomes” an ongoing priority, said Berta Cuaron, vice president for instructional services, and liaison. “Those are the expected knowledge skills and abilities that students will have when they leave a particular course,” she explained. “What we said was ‘that’s a priority for us, we need to make sure we provide money so that priority can be addressed.’” The college will be formally re-evaluated in March 2015. Officials said they are constantly examining priorities and policy to stay in line with the accreditation commission’s expectations. But these evaluations aren’t the final step in ensuring the college is serving its students, McNamara said. Said McNamara: “The proof will always be in the pudding.”
Contact David Leonard, editor in chief, at dleonard@thetelescope.com
Monday, March 14, 2011 BUILDING Continued from Page 1 looking at it,” Steve Bertram professor of automotive technology said. “When we get that new building up, we start remodeling this building (the T building) to get a new home for the wood and the welding shop,” Bertram said. “We will have all brand new digs for the whole department,” he said. The new IT building will have the same amount of floor space as the current auto program, but will utilize it better. “The new equipment will save time, space, we’ll have better organization, better access and efficiency,” said Sergio Hernandez diesel mechanics professor. “Students will be able to do jobs on vehicles in different spots, whereas now there are only a couple spots they can work,” Bertram added The new equipment will include updated hand tools, a new automotive crane, new chassis dynamometers, a group of computers and a diesel crane that will occupy a third of the building. “It’s exposing us to new technology and also it’s a good recruitment tool because they’ll be working with new
technology,” Hernandez said. Students are anticipating the new and improved program just as much as the faculty. “I’m looking forward to the new body shop, the current one is under funded. Next year it will be overhauled and really nice,” said Jesus Bauista, a first year automotive technology student. “New equipment, a better atmosphere it should be cool. I’m excited about the lifts and the technology being updated,” student Brian Merrill added. Palomar is also looking to amplify the program’s presence with the building’s cutting edge modern design. “We’re hoping to get some recognition in publications when this is done for being a flagship of an automotive training facility,” Bertram said. “We’re hoping it really puts a spotlight on our program. Students will hear about it more, they’ll be more excited about becoming part of our program.”
Contact Natalie Soldoff, staff writer, at nsoldoff@the-telescope.com
Cars parked near where Parking Lot 12 is closed for construction on a new building. (Kristen Campbell/The Telescope)
NETWORK Continued from Page 1 performances. I like students to consider creating their own websites on which to showcase what they do. Help your case. Show schools who you are.” “Students need to think a little bit more strategically about their online presence and take control of it,” says Ganim Barnes, who tracks college admissions’ use of social media. “It really makes it easier for the person on the other end to go there, rather than to snoop around and see what they can find out about you.”
Don’t think they do? Guess again. Colleges aren’t scrutinizing every applicant’s Facebook page, but when it comes down to scarce resources and scholarships, financial aid or the last availability in a popular program, well “(Admissions directors) continue to say they’ll use any publicly available source of information to make a good decision,” says Ganim Barnes. “When they have to make a decision that’s important to the school ... they certainly want to make sure that they’re not on
the front page of the paper the next day with some bad publicity.” Adds Shefler, who was dean of admissions at Boston Conservatory before starting The Arts Edge, “We all expect kids to be kids, and posting summer vacation photos and having fun is fine, but there’s a certain presence that you want to portray out there. “Social media can enable students to give admissions staff a valuable perspective on themselves,” Shefler says. “Use it!”
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Baseball grows mustaches in March
Above: Pitcher Justin Bellez needs a mirror and 3D glasses to see his mustache, while friend and fellow pitcher Ryan Wilkins (right) can see his progress on his facial hair a lot easier. (Deb Hellman/The Telescope)
Above: Catcher Derek Baum and infielder Christian Johnson’s comparing mustaches in the baseball team’s mustache March team event. Left: (Left to right) Outfielders Jeremy Cline, Mitch Tybroski and Anthony Meza show their mustache growth during the baseball practice on March 7. The baseball team is grows out their mustaches every march for a bit of fun and team building. The team’s record is 9-6 (3-1 conference).(Deb Hellman/The Telescope)
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Track and field athletes lead by example Two freshmen players compete in multiple running and throwing events Kaity Bergquist The Telescope
Deanna Doss competes in the San Diego Collegiate Track & Field Challenge on March 5. She placed ninth in the discus throw at UCSD. (Deb Hellman/The Telescope)
Elena Jefferson jumps in the San Diego Collegiate Track & Field Challenge at UCSD on March 5. She placed fifth in the triple jump with 10.81 meters. (Deb Hellman/The Telescope)
Sports On Deck
With 29 freshmen on a track and field team of 34, two young players are standing out because of their leadership, influence, and performance in their meets. Freshmen Elena Jefferson and Deanna Doss are a key part of the team. Palomar hasn’t had throwers in a few years, but they are fortunate now to have a few skilled throwers like Doss, according to their coach. “They are both very versatile, a big factor to our teamwork,” said head track and field coach Jennifer Williams. “They’re always at practice, working hard.” Jefferson’s favorite events are the 200-meter dash and the triple jump. “They’re really fun events,” she said. In their meet at SDSU on March 5, Jefferson participated in the 100-meter dash, the 200-meter dash, the long jump, and the triple jump. She placed fourth in the 200-meter dash with a time of 26.21 seconds and eighth in the 100-meter dash with a time of 12.96 seconds. She also participated in the 4x400 meter relay team along with Demi Lucero, Stephanie Wilkinson and Ariel Concepcion, placing second with a time of 4:03.61. Jefferson, 20, said she loves the competition of participating in events, especially now that she’s at the college level. “There’s more competition,” she said. “It’s not just a game here.” Jefferson, who went to Vista High School, doesn’t know what she wants to do after Palomar yet, but she thinks that she’ll transfer to a four-year school. The highlight of Jefferson’s career so far was competing at state in the 4x4 while in high school. “I haven’t won state, though,” she said. “I’m keeping my eye on that goal.” She credits the coaching staff at Palomar with helping her along. “The coaches are really great,” she said. “They help me to succeed.” Jefferson is very confident in the ability of the team.
“I think it’s going to be a great season,” she said. “I definitely think we’re going to state.” Doss said that her favorite event is discus. “It’s so many things working at once,” she said. Doss participated in the shot put, the discus throw, the hammer throw and the javelin throw in the March 5 meet. She placed ninth in the discus throw and 12th in the hammer throw. Doss does an intense mental preparation before every game. “I have a mental checklist that I go through, and I get focused and think about what I want,” she said. The teamwork and support of the team is a huge positive for Doss. “Everyone watches out for each other,” she said. Doss went to Fallbrook High School. She said that there is a big difference from playing in high school to playing in college. “High school wasn’t as competitive,” she said. “Practice is a lot more focused now, which I like.” Doss’ major is undeclared right now, but she hopes to become a business major and transfer to Cal State San Marcos. Doss’ outlook on the season is positive. “We’re starting out slow, but that’s because we’re learning,” she said. “I think we’ll be great.” Jefferson and Doss don’t take any credit for their influence on the team. “Everybody helps everybody,”Jefferson said. “We all encourage one another,” Doss said. “The girls are actually pretty quiet,”Williams said, “but they are hard workers and lead by example.” On a team consisting of so many athletes,Williams said that Jefferson and Doss are unique because of their competitiveness. “The determination from both of them on meet days is what makes them stand out,” Williams said. Looking ahead, Williams is counting on them to provide a foundation for the team. “They are two athletes that will form a great base to build on not only this year, but next year. as well.” Contact Kaity Bergquist, assistant sports editor, at kbergquist@the-telescope.com
(Left to right) Ariel Concepcion, Demi Lucero, Stephanie Wilkerson and Elena Jefferson pose together after placing second with a time of 4:03.61 in the 4x400 at the UCSD meet on March 5. (Deb Hellman/The Telescope)
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