The Daily Aztec - Vol. 95, Issue 20

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Vol. 95, Issue 20

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SDSU has ranked as the nation’s best small research university for three straight years.

For the third year in a row, San Diego State has been ranked America’s Number One Small Research University by Academic Analytics.

“I’ve seen the figures for this next year and we’re again number one,” Dean of Graduate and Research Affairs Tom Scott, Ph.D., said. “In fact, I think number two is closer to number 12 than they are to us.”

Academic Analytics considers a university “small” if it has less than 14 Doctor of Philosophy programs.

Today, SDSU offers 12 Ph.D. programs, with five more in the works for next year and an expected 22 Ph.D. programs by 2014, according to Scott.

The ranking is based on a fiveyear retrospective faculty scholarly productivity index, which takes into account faculty publication rates and federal grant awards, among other factors.

Scott said the average CSU brings in about $9 million in research funding, where SDSU brought in $134 million this year.

Divided among all tenured and tenure track faculty members, that equates to more than $171,000 per faculty member for the year.

While the Carnegie Foundation has designated SDSU as a doctoral research university wit h high research activity, the university was not created with the intention of research.

“About 30 years ago, driven partly by an aggressive faculty, partly by a willing administration — willing not just to advance the careers of the faculty, but also to resist the force from the chancellor’s office, which was to say, ‘Stop doing all that research stuff, that’s not part of our plan, just be good CSUs,’” Scott said.

“We resisted that and we’ve paid a big price for that at the chancellor’s office.”

He added that SDSU is seen as a threat to the coherence of the Master Plan of Higher Education, which designated the UC system for research and the CSU system to turn out the supporting workforce.

Although SDSU obtains about one-fifth of the research funding of the average UC, according to Scott, it gets about 15 times the amount of funding the average CSU and is almost equal in ranking to UC Riverside.

Scott said that while more rigorous research efforts may increase SDSU’s cost of attendance, the university’s reputation increases and drives an increase in new student applications because faculty members are improving through their research.

“It’s important to tell the next generation what is already known,” Scott said. “But the exhilaration of expanding the horizons of knowledge, of discovering something that is unknown, is something ... that is unmatched in our profession. People want to continue to do that and we have found ways of giving them the chance to do so.”

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S TA F F W R I T E R

Got racing in your blood? How about racing down the streets of downtown Los Angeles in a soapbox of your design?

Last Saturday, San Diego State seniors Dylan Gonzalez and Tyler Leonard, along with a couple of friends, entered this year’s Red Bull Soapbox Race in Los Angeles as team “Babe Watch.”

Gonzalez said he got the idea of entering the Red Bull Soapbox Race when he happened to be in San Francisco during last year’s races.

“The crowd was immense and the energy was amazing,” he told www.redbullsoapboxusa.com. “The cars looked so fun to drive and even more fun to build. Once I saw the winners standing on the podium, I decided that I was going to sack up and enter one of these events. And the fact that this one is in downtown LA, my home town, made it impossible to pass up.”

Gonzalez said the main inspiration for their soapbox design came from the race’s location, Los Angeles, and its reputation for beaches and celebrities.

“When one thinks of awesome celebrities and awesome beaches, only one thing comes to mind: Bay Watch!” Gonzalez said. “The Hoff, Pam Anderson, sun, surf … drama!

It’s time to turn that epic show into an epic, gravity-propelled, scaleddown lifeguard tower!”

This year’s race was hosted by Jillian Barberie Reynolds and Paul

Rodriguez and had a panel of judges that included celebrities such as Erik Estrada, of CHiPs fame, former “American Idol” contestant Kimberly Caldwell, motocross star and world record holder Ronnie Renner, ESPN SportsCenter host Stan Verrett and X Games host Sal Masekela.

The teams were judged based on three criteria: speed, creativity and showmanship. The soapboxes could not have an engine or any another form of energy source and had to be fully man powered.

“All vehicles must be less than 6 feet wide,” Kelli Shives, of Red Bull Communications, said. “They should also be less than 20 feet in length and no more than 7 inches from the ground. All cars must weigh no more than 176 pounds, not including the driver. Drivers must be at least 18 years old.”

This year’s race held a crowd of 111,000 where the vehicles beat the record and went as fast as 46 mph.

The other participants’ designs included a grand piano, an over-

sized bottle of Tapatío hot sauce and many more.

The Red Bull Soapbox Races are held two to three times each year.

Past locations include not only San Francisco, but Seattle and Philadelphia as well.

The first race took place in 2000 in Belgium and came to the United States in 2006 in St. Louis, MO. This year’s races were held in Atlanta, Ga on Aug. 29 as well as last Saturday’s event in LA.

Garth Milan / Red Bull Photofiles

SDSU students Dylan Gonzalez and Tyler Leonard competed as team “Babe Watch” in this year’s Red Bull Soapbox Race held in LA.

HEALTH & FITNESS

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Weight loss with Alli potentially harmful N AT A L I A V A N S T R A L E N S TA F F W R I T E R

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Recent developments and studies have brought forth the possibility of Alli users developing liver problems.

Diet and exercise: the age-old formula for healthy weight loss.

Recent health concerns about the popular weight loss supplement Alli have some users reverting back to basics.

The Food and Drug Administration is investigating Alli, the only FDA-approved overthe-counter weight loss drug after patients taking the product reported liver damage.

More than 30 reports of liver damage have been made from consumers of Alli and the prescription version of the drug: Xenical.

The reports date as far back as 1999 and include 27 hospitalizations and six patients with liver failure.

While the FDA continues with its investigation of Alli, it advises consumers to use the drug as directed and consult a health professional if experiencing any abnormal symptoms. Patients should look for signs of fever, fatigue, nausea and vomiting, all of which could be indications of liver damage. The FDA said it’s reviewing documents submitted by manufacturers. A direct relationship between the weight loss drug and liver injury has not been established.

In response to the investigation, Alli issued a statement on its Web site on Sept. 2, “It’s important consumers know that Alli is safe and effective and there’s no evidence to suggest Alli causes liver injury.” The statement goes on to encourage users to take the drug as directed.

British drug maker GlaxoSmithKline PLC markets both Alli and Xenical. Xenical is manufactured by the Swiss firm Roche. All inquiries into the investigation of both the weight loss product’s contents and effects are being referred by Roche to the GSK representatives.

A spokeswoman for GSK said the safety

of Alli has been tested on more than 30,000 patients in 100 clinical studies and there is no evidence the company’s drug causes liver injury.

Alli works through the form of a capsule taken orally one hour before, during or after each meal. The pill is one part of the program, which combines a low-fat, low-calorie diet and exercise. Low-fat food choices are particularly important in the Alli program because the capsule works to prevent about one-fourth of the fat consumed from being absorbed by the body. According to the representative, the drug’s primary interaction is with the intestinal tract.

Orlistat, the generic of Alli and Xenical, became available as a prescription in 1998.

Since then, more than 40 million people have used the drug and more than six million used the Alli product. Xenical was approved by the FDA in 1999 and Alli was approved in 2007. According to the GSK representative in an Alli press release, two reports have been identified by the FDA out of the six million Alli consumers.

GSK is working to identify the concerns reported to the FDA. “Based on our comprehensive review of the safety data from preclinical, clinical, post-marketing safety surveillance, published literature as well as epidemiology data, we conclude that the data do not suggest that orlistat is causally related to liver injury,” according to a GSK-issued statement.

Alli is currently the only nonprescription weight loss drug approved by the FDA. As the investigation continues, Alli users and anyone on a weight loss program should monitor their health and report any side effects to their doctor.

For more information on Alli, go to its Web site at www.myalli.com.

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HEALTH & FITNESS

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The dirty truth about pills that bulk muscles ASHLIE R ODRIGUEZ S TA F F W R I T E R

Sometimes the desire for a sexy beach body just can’t wait. From killer abs to heightened athletic performance, many students find it too hard to spend those grueling months in the gym and instead resort to using steroids to speed up the process. But, after learning about the ravaging consequences these seemingly harmless drugs have on the body and the embarrassing side effects that are sure to follow, it appears a little patience is the best bet after all.

Steroids are a group of powerful compounds closely related to the male sex hormone, testosterone. These compounds work together to increase a person’s body mass.

There are many types of steroidal drugs such as anabolic, androgenic and corticosteroids, all of which have legal purposes.

Steroids help patients deal with asthma, arthritis, osteoporosis and more. But more often than not, these beneficial medications are illegally used by people who want to gain muscle as fast as possible.

Anabolic steroids, the most common type, are chemically derived from testosterone and help grow muscle and bones while decreasing fat. Androgenic steroids, on the other hand, cause the male reproductive tract to grow and male secondary sexual characteristics to develop.

Corticosteroids are man-made and mimic the activity of cortisone, a natural healing agent found inside the body. Many athletes use corticosteroids illegally because it helps them heal faster. But even in the short term, this is a dangerous gamble.

For men, short-term use of steroids can result in a variety of physical, mental, fatal and embarrassing side effects. Infertility, tendon rupture, mania, delusions and homicidal rage are just a few. The musculoskeletal system, cardiovascular system and liver will be

forever dilapidated by these drugs, weakening them to the point of breakdown at a young age.

Beyond health, an illegal user won’t be able to hide their steroid use. The telltale side effects of “roid” abuse are extremely noticeable and quite horrendous. Baldness, shrinking testicles and yes, breast development in men are common effects of steroid use. Some users have even said their pectorals began to lactate and produce milk.

Many people don’t assume women use steroids, but the occurrence of females using steroids is increasing. As well as the same internal effects that men develop, women also develop thick amounts of body hair and an enlarged clitoris that is visible through clothing.

Chris Wash, a high school sophomore from West Plano, Texas, knew about these consequences, but he didn’t care. His only concern was to bulk up at a fast pace. In an interview with CBS’ “48 Hours,” Wash admitted he felt scrawny on the high school’s basketball team and wanted to look better.

“I was just 6 feet, 2 inches, 170 to 180 pounds, just kinda, like, scrawny kid,” Wash told “48 Hours.” “I didn’t want to be tall and skinny. I wanted to be tall and big. Not big. I wanted to be huge.”

Wash’s mother, Debbie Russo said she thought it was odd her son gained 55 pounds in just one year. But when his angry mood swings began she started to worry.

“He’d punch walls,” Russo said. “He punched in a mailbox, punched a concrete wall in a parking lot. I had no clue, you know, what it was that was causing him to have that dramatic change in personality.”

“I was like a time bomb waiting to explode,” Wash said. “When I, like, started raging, I’d be scared — I’d be scared of what was gonna happen.”

Thankfully, Wash’s story ends well. But other abusers haven’t been as lucky. Rob Garibaldi, in an effort to groom himself for

Major League Baseball, took steroids that eventually led to his death. Garibaldi shot himself in the head on Oct. 1, 2002, at the age of 24 after fighting against the “mania, depression, short-term memory loss, uncontrollable rage, delusional and suicidal thinking and paranoid psychosis” the steroids had caused.

Wash and Garibaldi’s intentions were innocent — they just wanted to get bigger, stronger and faster. Yet resorting to steroids, instead of naturally working toward improvement, can have life-ruining consequences.

When working toward that perfectly fit body it’s important to be realistic, patient and drug-free.

Karli Cadel / Staff Photographer

Steroids are used most often to achieve an ideal body, but inevitibily result in various harmful side effects.

Thursday, October 1, 2009

TRAVEL & ADVENTURE

Love evolves in Bay Area dance festival

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San Francisco’s Bill Graham Civic Center plays host to another year of electronic music and dancing.

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Berlin. 1999. Bodies dancing to techno music for hours on end. A celebration of love and togetherness.

Whether or not this sounds ideal, in its peak years, the Berlin Love Parade drew crowds of more than one million from all corners of the globe. Started by Dr. Motte, German underground disc jockey Matthias Roeingh, with just one truck and less than 200 people, it grew to become the world’s largest dance festival.

In the same spirit of love and dance music, San Francisco has proudly been presenting its own version of the Love Parade for the past five years. Although it has been called by different names (Love Parade, LoveFest), this year’s LovEvolution promises to create a celebration for music and dance while also giving back to the community. This will literally be achieved with a mandatory donation of $10 for those wanting to join the celebration in the Bill Graham Civic Center. The required donation is a first for the San Francisco celebration, but it is a pittance to ask in exchange for eight hours of dancing and top DJs. However, the parade itself is completely free and open to music fans of all ages.

Last year’s LoveFest hosted approximately 750,000 people, which certainly holds a candle to Berlin’s glory days and made it the largest dance music festival in North America. This year, hoping nobody will be deterred by the festival cost, will also present a considerable crowd, with more than 25 floats exhibiting a variety of different styles of electronic music.

And the fun doesn’t end at 8 p.m.

San Francisco’s biggest day turns into its craziest night, with afterparties sprouting up in every corner of the city, including at the Civic Center itself, where the official afterparty will headline top acts such as Deadmau5, Eddie Halliwell, Groove Armada and Fischerspooner.

To join this city-wide party, head to San Francisco this Saturday. The parade starts at 12 p.m., with the floats stopping at the Civic Center and remaining there until 8 p.m.

As of right now it will be difficult to find a room in any nearby hotels, but a large number of people will be driving north exclusively for this event, and in the spirit of love, it would definitely be worth asking for a ride or place to stay.

For more information concerning this event visit www.sflovevolution.org.

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Follow the tracks to stress-free traveling J O H N P. GA M B OA S TA F F W R I T E R

California’s history would be close to nonexistent if it weren’t for the train. The Transcontinental Railroad linked historic frontiers of the West to the metropolis of the East, while offering travelers reliable transportation. Almost 150 years later, the train has become an alternative mode of transportation to the automobile.

San Diego’s Amtrak system transported a little more than 900,000 passengers in 2007, according to its annual report. Locally, the San Diego Amtrak also serves as the ninth largest market for the nationwide network.

Taking the train in San Diego County is an experience in itself. It can be a stress-free and relaxing way of getting around the county and Southern California.

Spending an afternoon relaxing with a book can be an effortless way to get around without worrying about gas, traffic or overbearing security checks at airports.

Passing time in the on-board cafe or just sitting in one of the wide-set chairs adds to the soothing image of traveling by train. This is a nice alternative to driving in a stuffy car, something this country has become accustomed to.

Before taking any trips on the railway, it’s important to know where to start. For San Diego, there is no better place than the Santa Fe Depot downtown. Travelers can take the trolley from the San Diego State to downtown, by taking the Orange Line, which has a stop directly at the Gaslamp Quarter. Travelers can also get all the way to San Luis Obispo from the station.

From there, the Amtrak offers trains to just about anywhere around the country.

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The option of traveling with Amtrak relieves travelers from needing to rely on their cars to get around.

Another option is catching the San Diego commuter rail system, the Coaster, which takes travelers along the coast of the beach communities Solana Beach, Encinitas, Carlsbad and Oceanside.

“The name of the Coaster is really indicative of its service. If students would like to connect to it, you only need to take the trolley from campus to Santa Fe Station,” Tom Kelleher, spokesman for the North County Transit District, the organization that runs the Coaster, said.

If students live in North County and commute to campus every day, the Coaster is one of the best ways to get around. The Coaster is also a safe way to get to downtown or a game at Petco Park, especially if drinking is involved. During the high-traffic summer months, the Coaster has late-night trains that run from downtown to Oceanside. It gives those who live in North County a chance to take the coastal route to the downtown area for a night out.

“Most people will want to take the latenight train from North County,” Kelleher said.

Last year’s ballot initiative approved nearly $10 billion to build a high-speed rail.

Although it won’t be ready to transport Californians for about 20 years, this will offer an alternative to train transit.

Until then, take a scenic trip through the megalopolis of Los Angeles only stopping at Camp Pendleton to Union Station. With downtown LA’s recent transit upgrade, it’s possible to get around the city without a car.

But if LA isn’t a traveler’s final destination, it’s possible to ride further north, while witnessing a good portion of California’s striking coastline.

The train may take extra time, but it’s an opportunity to relax and enjoy the pleasures of uninterrupted transportation.

Thursday, October 1, 2009

SPORTS

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WOMEN’S SOCCER

SDSU looks to continue streak

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What does a team do with three consecutive wins under its belt about to face a team with a record of 7-2-0?

“We’re setting the bar high for ourselves,” San Diego State women’s soccer head coach Mike Friesen said.

SDSU will vie to take a fourth consecutive win against the visiting Oregon State Beavers in this weekend’s Aztec Classic. The Beavers just came off a seven-game winning streak after being taken down by Portland 1-0 last week.

The Aztecs also have quite the record going for themselves. Since 2007, SDSU is 8-1-1 in non-conference home games, taking its only loss earlier this year to Cal State Northridge.

The loss didn’t weigh too heavily on the team’s mind, though, because it has won every other non-conference match at home this season.

Just this past weekend, the Aztecs took down UC Irvine in a physical battle that went into overtime, with a final score of 2-1.

“We haven’t won in overtime in a couple of years,” Friesen said. “So that’s big.”

The victory jump-started the team with energy for the upcoming competition with Oregon State.

“We have a tough weekend coming up,” junior midfielder Cat Walker said. “But I’m confident that our recent success will give us that momentum we need.”

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THE BIG ISSUE VS

WHO: SDSU vs. New Mexico State

WHEN: 5 p.m., Saturday

WHAT: The Aztecs return to San Diego after a two-week road trip to play the Aggies on Brian Sipe Jersey Giveaway night.

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WHERE: Qualcomm Stadium

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Despite losing two consecutive games, the San Diego State football team is a 17-point favorite against New Mexico State this Saturday. But head coach Brady Hoke said he isn’t concerned with spreads and is more worried about getting SDSU its second victory of the season.

“I don’t know if our guys read the paper enough or not,” Hoke said when asked about the big point spread.“I’m not going to talk about it too much. Those things get overblown in a lot of ways.You’ve got to go play.”

The Aggies are coming off a huge 20-17 victory against rival New Mexico this past Saturday. While some of the Lobos have changed or graduated, that New Mexico squad is still basically the same one that rolled over the Aztecs, 70-7, in Albuquerque, N.M., in the middle of last season.

“I think (New Mexico State has) got some very talented guys up front offensively,” Hoke said.“I think they’re very athletic when you see them moving around and stay on blocks and get on blocks … they’re playing with a lot of confidence and they should be.”

This game, one in which the first 20,000 fans in attendance will receive a Brian Sipe Replica Jersey, marks the first game of a home stretch that will keep SDSU in San Diego for five of the next six games.

“It’s nice to obviously play in front of people that support you,” Hoke said.“Hopefully, our students aren’t going to give up on us and the community. Our guys have done a great job of working.”

KEY MATCHUPS NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY

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PRIME NUMBERS RECORD: 1-3, 0-1 MWC PASS YARDS PER GAME: 262.5

RUSH YARDS PER GAME: 70.5

TOTAL YARDS PER GAME: 333

PASS YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 165.8 RUSH YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 162 TOTAL YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 327.8

RECORD: 2-2, 0-1 WAC PASS YARDS PER GAME: 122.8

RUSH YARDS PER GAME: 163.

TOTAL YARDS PER GAME: 286.2

PASS YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 175.5 RUSH YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 155.8 TOTAL YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 331.2

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FORECASTING THE MOUNTAIN Editor’s note: Each week, The Daily Aztec will pick the winners of every Mountain West Conference game.

TOMORROW

BYU vs. Utah State

SATURDAY, OCT. 3 San Diego State vs. New Mexico State, Air Force at Navy, Colorado State at Idaho, New Mexico at Texas Tech,TCU vs. SMU, UNLV at Nevada,Wyoming at Florida Atlantic

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Mike Matamua will likely start at left tackle on Saturday.

Seth Smith may be small, but he carries the load for NMSU.

When the Aztecs have the ball: Sophomore quarterback Ryan Lindley tossed a careerhigh four interceptions this past Saturday against Air Force.

But don’t put all of the blame on Lindley, Hoke said.

“You look at some of the protection issues we had,” Hoke said. “Ryan (Lindley) gets hit two times on two interceptions …”

Coming into last Saturday’s game against the Falcons, the offensive line had only given up one sack in the first three games. But against Air Force, Lindley was sacked three times and had defenders in his face all day.

Hoke said he saw a few good things from the offensive line, but added they have to have more consistency from the unit, especially heading into this weekend’s game against New Mexico State. Sophomore tackle Mike Matamua and freshman guard Alec Johnson are expected to start on the left side of the line for the second consecutive week and will have the tough task of blocking Aggie defensive end Pierre Fils, New Mexico State’s leading sack man.

When the Aggies have the ball: Aggie running back Seth Smith is only 5 feet 8 inches, 198 pounds. Yet the redshirt junior has carried the rock 73 times this season and leads New Mexico State with 379 rushing yards.

“Their running back Smith, he’s a guy that really runs hard,” Hoke said. “He’s a strong, not really tall guy, but he really runs the ball hard and sticks it up in there with the power play.”

SDSU is coming off perhaps its best defensive performance of the season, holding Air Force’s nation-leading, triple-option offense to just 294 total yards. Hoke said the defensive line played well, but singled out junior defensive tackle Ernie Lawson as a standout player.

Lawson ate up blockers all afternoon against the Falcons and logged two tackles.The Aztecs will need him to play just as well this weekend if they want to improve on their 88th-ranked rushing defense against Smith and New Mexico State.

TITLE: Assistant Sports Editor PREDICTION: SDSU,BYU, Air Force, Colorado State, Texas Tech,TCU, Nevada, Florida Atlantic QUOTABLE: “Only one sporting event matters this weekend. I hope A.J. Hawk breaks Brett Favre’s legs.”

NAME: Edward Lewis (22-9) TITLE: Sports Editor PREDICTION: SDSU, BYU, Navy, Colorado State, Texas Tech,TCU, Nevada,Wyoming QUOTABLE: “Well, my girlfriend of four years just dumped me and I’m tied for second-to-last place with the photo editor in this little pick ‘em. Does life get any worse?”

NAME: Glenn Connelly (22-9) TITLE: Photo Editor PREDICTION:

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QUOTABLE: “Don’t let me down, New Mexico State.”

NAME: Beau Bearden (18-13) TITLE: Senior Staff Writer PREDICTION: SDSU, BYU, Navy, Colorado State, Texas Tech,TCU, Nevada, Wyoming QUOTABLE: “I feel out of place. Why is my picture at the

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Ernie Lawson recorded two tackles against Air Force last week.

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bottom? Oh, it’s because I’m terrible at this.”

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Knowles serenades crowd with infinite talent Young guitarist gives his all at Open Sky Theater last Saturday ALEESHA H A R R I S MANAGING EDITOR

Davy Knowles may just be a guitar genius. The 22-year-old Isle of Man native proved this almost un-debatable fact at last Saturday’s concert at the Open Sky Theater at Harrah’s Rincon Casino in Valley Center.

Playing a set that for many was all too short, the musician showcased his string prowess in front of hundreds of Chickenfoot fans, a band Knowles has been on tour with for almost two months.

Flawlessly delivering a set in front of hundreds of cheering fans isn’t a new occurrence for Knowles, however. Both solo and with the accompaniment of his band, Knowles has played various festivals such as Lollapalooza, the Mile High Music Festival and Rothbury. Knowles has also been featured on various mainstream media including performances on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and the “CBS Early Show.”

Knowles’ latest release, “Coming Up For Air,” has garnered him praise from fans and critics alike. Peaking at number two on the Billboard Blues Albums Chart, according to www.billboard.com, the 11 track CD also showcases the talents of his backing band, Back Door Slam.

Even before the album was released, however, the corner posts of greatness were in place with its production. Put out by Washington-based record label, Blix Street Records, “Coming Up For Air,” was produced by the legendary, Grammy Award-winning artist Peter Frampton and mixed

by Bob Clearmountain, who is best known for his work with Bruce Springsteen and The Rolling Stones.

Songs from the album such as “Tear Down The Walls,” and “Saving Myself,” belie the youthful age of the artist, as Knowles sings with a haunting quality that conveys a tone of worldly experience.

Further proof of Knowles’ guitarplaying talent is evident on the track, “Riverbed.” With an intro of intricate string work, paired with smooth vocals, it proves to be a standout track on “Coming Up For Air.” For more information regarding Knowles, visit his Web site at www.davyknowles.com.

To view an exclusive interview with Knowles, visit www.thedailyaztec.com.

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Davy Knowles and The Back Door Slam’s newest album “Coming Up for Air” features Knowles on electric and acoustic guitars, mandolin, singing main vocals and contributing backing vocals. The album is a follow up to the 2007 release titled “Roll Away.”

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Confusing name, awesome sound J O S H E LW E L L S E N I O R S TA F F W R I T E R

Aleesha Harris / Managing Editor

After wondering about the dozens of variations to possibly pronounce his name, Sondre Lerche’s opening musician, JBM, sent a wave of relief over the crowd last Wednesday, at The Casbah when a proper Norwegian phonetic lesson was finally given (in the form of simply saying his friend’s name).

Think ‘Sandra’ for the first name.

Add in ‘lair’ (as in “the den of a wild animal”) for the last name.

And finish it off with ‘key.’ Now this article can be read without too much of a headache.

In 2001, a 19-year-old Lerche released his first album “Faces Down,” in Norway and found immediate success in his home country. When the record was released in the U.S. the next year, success followed him, with Rolling Stone throwing it onto their list of top 50 albums of the year. Critics and devoted fans clearly loved him, but he wasn’t exactly a household name.

His crossover to a more mainstream audience came in 2007 when the producer of the comedy “Dan in Real Life” starring Steve Carell as Dan Burns brought on Lerche to write the majority of the film’s soundtrack, making a cameo in a final scene and playing guitar

offscreen when Burns memorably sings “Let My Love Open The Door.”

Lerche’s show at The Casbah featured some of the music made popular from the film, while promoting his latest album “Heartbeat Radio,” as well as showing off songs that built his fan base in the first place.

And one song, “Modern Nature,” is a little bit of both, originating on “Faces Down” and being redone for the “Dan in Real Life” soundtrack.

An engagingly innocent personality really seemed to show a genuine appreciation for his fans, making it hard not to connect with his subversively optimistic lyrics and music.

But, don’t worry; More hopeful, northern European indie-rock was on its way to The Casbah when Loney, Dear took the stage.

The musician, a pseudonym for Swedish rocker Emil Svanängen, opened for Asobi Seksu and represented a nice complement to his Norwegian neighbor Lerche’s recent performance. SwedishNorwegian relations haven’t been so diplomatic since the dissolution of the union between Norway and Sweden in 1905 … well, at least when it comes to music.

And maybe Asobi Seksu will provide some insight into pronouncing Svanängen’s name.

For information about upcoming shows at The Casbah, visit www.casbahmusic.com.

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Three great bands turn new listeners into fans Robert Francis, Drug Rug and Portugal.

The Man play hard A N YA M O B E R LY TEMPO EDITOR

Seeing an unfamiliar band can result in a few outcomes. It might be terrible. It could be amazing.

Or, it may fall in a mediocre slot.

With many shades of gray in between, it often feels refreshing to find a group that makes you not only look twice, but also go home and buy its albums on iTunes.

The performances at the Belly Up Tavern on Monday wowed and pleased even the most unacquainted audience member.

Robert Francis opened the night with an awkward “Hey, how are you guys tonight … Solana Beach?” His bluesy-rock group soon made up for the stagnate minute when it started performing songs from its soon-to-be-released album, “Before Nightfall.” Its performance hinted a bit of folk-rock influence from iconic acts such as Pete Yorn, Ryan Adams and Ray LaMontagne. “Before Nightfall” debuts on Oct. 20 and Francis is set to perform at The Casbah the night after on Oct. 21.

The second performance of the night was Drug Rug, the rotating quartet from Cambridge, Mass.,which entertained the growing audience with its psychedelic-

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Portugal. The Man consists of former members from the band Anatomy of a Ghost. Its name stems from David Bowie’s idea of “bigger than life” fame, and was also the name of the book vocalist John Baldwin Gourley was going to write about his father.

folk edge. Female vocalist and guitarist, Sarah Cronin, foot-stomped her way to charm the Solana Beach audience with Drug Rug’s unpretentiously indie sound. She and male vocalist and guitarist Thomas Allen combined harmonious magic with the other members as the group alternated instruments and hopped on each other’s respective musical weapons. Layered and delightfully happy-sounding, Drug Rug presumably magnetized more than a few heads in the audience.

Last on the bill was the strongly admired Portugal. The Man from Wasilla, Alaska, filling the venue to capacity with bright artwork and lights and an even greater sound.

With intermittent light and fog machines further electrifying the performance, lead singer John Baldwin Gourley’s catchy vocals perfectly complimented the band’s sound. With its sing-along essence and original experimental sound, Portugal. The Man created a unified experience in the crowd.

New listeners and adamant fans alike were pleased to hear this consistent and ethereal performance by what should become a timeless band.

For more information on Portugal. The Man, visit its Web site at www.p ortugaltheman.net .

For more information on upcoming shows at the Belly Up Tavern, visit www.bellyup.com.

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POP ROCKS

Top 5 YouTube videos give variety of laughs

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n 2005, the world was changed.

Three men came together to create something so powerful, so unique and so addicting. It has since become something that has affected the lives of millions, brought fame and caused countless conflicts. It continues to grow every day and never sleeps: it is YouTube.

“Apparently having your fridge properly stocked is a large factor in whether or not a woman will sleep with you.”

YouTube, a Web site that allows its users to upload and share videos, began almost five years ago. In 2006 the company was bought by Google for $1.65 billion and has continued to thrive. Although many videos are rarely viewed more than 100 times, some of them reach the highest level of popularity. Below are five of my favorite YouTube videos that have rightfully earned massive amounts of views.

1. “Mac or PC Rap Music Video” Although the Mac versus PC commercials are fun to watch, they don’t quite measure up to the rap. In this video, two men each represent a computer brand and take it to the streets to decide which is better. The rhymes are intellectual and actually detail the differences between the two brands.

The beat is catchy throughout the danceoff and the scenes are fun to watch. In the end, whether you “surf Safari or browse in IE, you better know what you rep: a Mac or PC.”

2. “Deal or No Deal Parody — Mad TV” Most college students have already fallen in love with Yvonne and her phone-numberseeking romancer Darrel, but many have never seen the sheer wit that lies behind another skit from “MADtv,” the parody of “Deal or No Deal.” The spoof expectedly makes fun of Howie Mandel, the girls with the cases and other parts of the reality game show. But the real comedy occurs in the ridiculous handshakes the two players come up with. Hilarity ensues while watching them try to earn the $1 million.

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3. “The Girlfriend Voice” “The Girlfriend Voice” is not actually on YouTube but instead on www.nbc.com.

Nevertheless, the video is so funny it made the list anyway. The skit was originally shown on the last season of “Saturday Night Live” and features Seth Rogen, Bill Hader and Andy Samberg.

The men take turns answering their phones each time with a different voice appropriate to the caller. They use the girlfriend voice, the boss voice, the family voice, and even end up with such voice extremities as Gizmo from the movie “Gremlins.”

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4. “Keeping your refrigerator stocked will get you many women” This time around a man who calls himself Mr. Chi-City teaches you how to attract girls by using your refrigerator. As crazy as it might sound, apparently having your fridge properly stocked is a large factor in whether or not a woman will sleep with you. Mr. Chi-City goes through every individual type of beverage and explains what type of woman it is for and also gives other hints such as what to do if she brought along her kids.

Throughout the whole video he stays true to his motto, “Get money, get paid” and ends with a rousing statement to the makers of Kool-Aid.

5. “IDEK 6 — Things That Piss You Off!” In this video a misunderstood teen acts out all the different things that make him mad. Although it sounds cliché, this video makes the list for a very important reason: He makes fun of Nicolas Cage.

The video also features exotic, yet charming, phrases such as, “What in the dark horse’s majestic journey?” and a strange song all about nasty shoes.

YouTube star Shane Dawson collaborates to give the video an extra flair.

—Allie Daugherty is a journalism sophomore.

—This column does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Daily Aztec.

To watch all five videos, check out www.thedailyaztec.com.

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Pulitzer-prize winning playwright discusses recent project T A N YA D R AC O L A K I S MANAGING EDITOR

Doug Wright, renowned playwright and famed adapter, is gracing the San Diego community with his talents. August Strindberg’s psychological thriller “Creditors” has been reworked for a contemporary audience by none other than Wright himself, who also takes on the role of director to create a fresh look at a piece that still speaks emotionally.

The Daily Aztec: So you are currently in dress rehearsals for “Creditors,” are you nervous at all?

Doug Wr i g h t : I’m tremendously excited. I have an incredibly intelligent and deeply committed cast, who’s done astonishing work in rehearsal. And now we’re about to add techs and lights and costumes, and I think we all feel curious for our fellow theater artists to bring all the talent they can on the project and I think we’ll really feed off that.

So I’m feeling cautiously excited.

DA : How did you take this play, which is more than a century old, and make it relevant for today’s audience?

DW: I think what makes it an enduring play is that it is already relevant. Rather than writing about the morays of his time, I think Strindberg was really writing about universal human emotions — and in this case it’s love, and both the wonderful and terrible things that love drives us to do. So I think the play is relevant and all I have to do is present it with clarity and force and I think it will speak to audiences today.

(pause) but I’m being a little bit flip. It is true that working on musicals you do have collaborators who on those dark days when you can’t think what to write will stimulate you to fill a page or two. And so much of the emotional content is in the songs themselves, and as a librettist it is your job to build to those wonderful pay-off moments, but the curious disappointment is you don’t get to write them. That’s up to your lyricist and your composer. So you’re kind of the glue that holds the piece together, but by the same token you don’t get to create the most memorable

DA : Back to “Creditors.” Is there anything an audience member should know before seeing this play?

DW: No, I think they should just come prepared to see a play about the darker side of love. I think love is the only emotion that creates such a wide range of responses from truly noble acts to outright despicable ones; and it’s a potent phenomenon. It makes us both our best selves and our worst selves.

DA : In adapting this play, did you discover anything about your own emotions and relationships?

DW: Absolutely. I hope the people who come to the theater do as well. Love is the only emotion that creates such wide range of responses.

DA : Do you think because you’ve known them for so long it speeds up the creative process or helps somehow?

DW: You know that you’re working with likeminded artists, so perhaps there is a kind of abbreviated language; and you also know that you’ll be challenged in really productive ways. Working with people who know you really well, they know your bag of tricks and they’re less likely to let you get away with it …

DA : So would you call Strindberg your Obi Wan Kenobi in this case?

DW: (laughs) In this case he’s a very dark soul and a slightly dangerous one, but I think I’ve learned a great deal from him.

DA : I think some of that information was included in the press release. But I was just wondering where do you store these awards?

DW : That’s hilarious. A few are in desk drawers. A few are on a tiny shelf in my office. But I have to confess, and this is a little off-color so forgive me, in that same shelf there is an enormous sculpture of a satyr and he’s got (an) absolutely enormous personal endowment. That sculpture puts everything else in perspective.

DA : It sounds so humble of you to just put these important awards in a drawer somewhere.

DW: No they’re there, those kinds of things are absolutely wonderful and deeply affirming. But they’re as much for parents and family as they are for you.

DA : You are 33rd in a notable line of commissions at the La Jolla Playhouse and you’ve worked there before. What keeps you coming back to our local theater?

DW: I would say, nepotism. I have the great fortune of having been very dear friends with all of the recent artistic directors. Des McAnuff, Michael Gierf during his short tenure is a dear friend, Chris Ashley and I went to college together. So I think it’s my creative relationships with people in charge that has allowed me to come back again and again.

DA : You’re working on Strindberg’s play “Creditors,” how is the experience of adapting a play and writing one different for you?

DW: Writing a play is a wholly original endeavor. Adapting a play is like walking in footprints of another writer. My goal is always to illuminate Strindberg’s intent, never to write the play on his behalf; and it’s a fine line, I think, but he’s such a massive craftsman and a compelling playwright that I think I was able to learn a great deal from him. It’s almost like working with a mentor who’s long gone, you’re still relaying all the strengths of the writer and trying to emulate them.

DW: Oh my goodness, you’ve done your research, you were on Wikipedia last night weren’t you?

DA : And seeing as this play deals with deep emotions, did you feel like you created a strong bond with the cast or crew members?

DW: I think so. I think the cast became a true makeshift family during the weeks we were together. And as dark as the play is, there’s also considerable wit in it and a lot of humor — we spent a great deal of time exploring that as well just to keep everything in perspective.

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DA : Are you saying there are some works that are easier to adapt because they have those enduring ideas in them?

DW: Yeah, I don’t want to suggest that I’ve updated it in any way, I would instead suggest that we’ve just tried to emphasize those things in the play that were already universal.

DA : After “Buzzsaw Berkeley,” there was a gap before you returned to musicals with “The Little Mermaid” and “Grey Gardens.” What is the difference between plays and being the librettist for musicals?

DW: Musicals are really wonderful because there are more people to blame. It’s never just up to you, and that can be really liberating

moments. It’s refreshing to work on a straight play again after doing two musicals.

DA : So you’re both the adapter and the director of this play — do you ever get a little bit power crazy?

DW: (laughs) No, I think Strindberg has a curious way of keeping everyone in the rehearsal room humble. He’s a deeply challenging playwright and I think he’s put all of us in our place.

DA : Not to embarrass you, but you’ve won a number of awards including the Pulitzer Prize, a Tony Award, Drama Desk Awards, an Obie, and Best Picture by the National Board of Review

DA : Anything else about the play before you continue with rehearsal?

DW: This play is such a taught, unnerving little thriller and it’s over a century old and I think it still holds up.

DA : I feel that way about many of Strindberg’s pieces — they don’t really age.

DW: No, it’s not a stodgy old classic. People who come to see it won’t stepping into a theatre museum. It’s not like turning on “Masterpiece Theatre.” I think it’s something vital and thrilling and deeply unnerving. I think it holds up pretty well.

Wright’s adaptation of Strindberg’s “Creditors” runs Sept. 29 through Oct. 25 at the Mandell Weiss Forum at the La Jolla Playhouse. For tickets and more information call 858-550-1010 or visit www.lajollaplayhouse.org.

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Oh, Sleeper: “When I Am God” Fort Worth, Texas metalcore band Oh, Sleeper is steadily climbing the ranks of its music category. The band released its sophomore album, a follow up to 2007’s “When I Am God,” on Aug. 25. It’s latest album, “Son of the Morning,” proves the band can hold its own amidst the recently band-bloated metalcore arena.

Though the band may pronounce itself as Christian-based, it nonetheless proves to be just as forceful and effective as others in its genre.

Fueled by shredding guitar riffs that run throughout the album’s entirety, “Son of the Morning” delivers to a lighter side of the metal spectrum.

The album’s fifth track, “Reveries of Flight,” provides a more electronically motivated and slower-paced song, consisting of quieter vocal moments that segue into heavier vocals and pro-

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nounced kick drums. The auditory respite is brief, however, as the remaining nine tracks on the CD return to the typical full metalcore strength.

The band is currently touring the United States as part of the Epitaph Tour 2009 with headliner heavyweights Every Time I Die and Bring Me the Horizon.

For more information, visit www.weareohsleeper.com.

The raw rock outfit Showbread is back with another album. Its seventh album since 1998 titled “The Fear of God,” this album reflects the band’s comfort in melding the sound of its previous albums into its current creation.

The most recent collaboration was released on Aug. 11 by Tooth And Nail Records, which also released Showbread’s previous two CDs of last year, “Anorexia,” and “Nervosa.” Both of these albums caused concern for their dark tone among Christian fans and retail outlets alike.

A vehemently Christian band, Showbread has been adamant about defending its position on both music and faith.

Songs on “The Fear of God,” such as “Nothing Matters Anymore,” deliver with a multi-layered vocal sound. At times it resembles the vocal style of Every Time I Die frontman Keith Buckley, while other times the music sounds less severe and more melodic.

The band uses distorting effects that add interest to its songs such as, “Regret Consumes Me.” Despite numerous band member lineup changes since its conception, the band has

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not used that as an excuse to stagnate its growth. In its approximately 12 years as a band, Showbread has been able to continue to grow its sound, a fact that is apparent on its latest album release.

Showbread is currently touring the U.S. with support from the bands Project 86, Children 18:3, Yearling and The Wedding.

For more information, visit www.showbread.net.

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Birthday extravaganza

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xactly 21 years ago in Huntington Beach, a strapping young lad by the name of David William Pope was brought into this world.

That’s right ladies and gentlemen; today is my 21st birthday.

Now before you start cheering and rioting in the streets in celebration (which I fully encourage you to do later), I’m sure you’re all wondering what you can get me. Lucky for you, I’ve included a list of things I would enjoy: I want a pizza delivered by Bear Grylls and an aboveground pool filled with Skippy Super Chunk peanut butter.

“I want a date with the cute blonde girl from the other side of the room in my sign language class.

No not the one in a sorority -- the other one. Yeah you know who you are. Do you like sushi?”

I want to be roommates with Michael Cera and neighbors with Mike Rowe.

I want to have a threesome with the last two girls I dated.

Why? Well they don’t like each other very much and I don’t think either of them would enjoy it. I’m a bitter guy and their misfortune brings me great satisfaction. Also, they could each use a couple of pointers from the other.

I want a new bike — a big boy

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bike — with flames on it like the kind the fifth graders have.

I want to play pro football for just one game. I don’t even care if I make a tackle or score a touchdown. I just want to suffer a devastating injury so when I’m immobilized and getting carted off the field I can give the crowd a thumbs-up, which will be met with uproarious applause.

I want a couch made of Chicken McNuggets and a lifesize, working, Millennium Falcon made of Legos.

I want a jet pack and so do you.

When I go to Las Vegas next weekend (Yup, epic running diary will follow), I want to party with the Duke University lacrosse team. They seem like they know how to have a good time.

I want the ability to double jump. If you play Super Smash Bros., you know what I’m talking about.

I don’t know if Ed Hardy is a real guy, but I want him eaten by tigers for my amusement.

I want a chance to play and defeat two Division I college basketball players at beer pong. Oh wait; I already did that this summer. Whatevs.

I want to remove the “caps lock” button from stupid people’s computer keyboards.

I want a date with the cute blonde girl from the other side of the room in my sign language class. No, not the one in a sorority — the other one. Yeah, you know who you are. Do you like sushi?

I want to stop having to fight about the one good chair in The Daily Aztec office.

I want just one e-mail regarding this column to say something other than, “Oh my God. You are so funny. My roommates and I love you. I hate

Hawaiians too. Please keep being funny.” Not that I don’t like these. I print them out and send them to my exes. But seriously people, give me something I can work with.

I want girls who come to parties at my house not to come out of the bathroom and tell me that my purple and green retainer is cute. I should mention that said retainer is in a closed case, in a closed drawer, buried under a bunch of stuff. Yeah, that really happened. Welcome to my world.

I want world peace. In these unsure times of war and terror, I want to end all hunger and suffering in the world. And if you can’t make that happen, then I’ll settle for some liquor and porn.

In short, I want a lot of things. But if you have any other gifts in mind, I’ll be buying my first pitcher today at La Casita’s around 3 p.m. and then I’ll be at pint night at Woodstock’s Pizza later this evening. If any of my loyal readers would like to join me at either event, that would be lovely.

I’ll be the hilarious guy who everyone loves that’s surrounded by beautiful women. I shouldn’t be hard to find.

And if you can’t make it out, a decent, printable e-mail would suffice.

BY LINDA C. BLACK, TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (10/01/09) Use your communication skills to help you learn something new. Adjust your thinking to the prevailing situation. Creative efforts in an imaginative direction reap big rewards.

Females play the larger role. Pay attention to what they offer.

ARIES (March 21 - April 19) - Today is a 9 You say what you mean today. But do pay attention to the response you get. It matters.

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20) - Today is an 8 - Romance extends beyond personal relationships to include your work and extracurricular creativity. Enjoy!

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21) - Today is a 7 When talking about your feelings, remember those of the other person. A female may challenge your social position.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22) - Today is an 8 - You warm up to the subject right after your first cup of coffee. Others chime in, and suddenly you have a plan.

LEO (July 23 - Aug. 22) - Today is an 8 - All systems are go for fun, profit and love!

Take advantage of the moment.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) - Today is an 8 Take care of details today (as if you don't

always do that). Conversations lead in positive directions.Take notes.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) - Today is a 7 Open your mouth.Try not to insert your foot. Instead, serve yourself some sweet remarks.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) - Today is an 8 - Actually, the gods are on your side today. Use this advantage to get what you need from a female.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) - Today is an 8 - All systems are go. Record your message early, and replay it frequently.That way you believe it yourself.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19) - Today is a 7 - You have a hard time balancing all of your acts today. Respond to e-mails or letters that were on the back burner.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) - Today is an 8 - Usually talk is cheap.Today, not so much. Spend your words carefully.You may have to eat them.

PISCES (Feb. 19 - March 20) - Today is a 7 This month you get to do just about whatever you want.Take advantage of that, starting today. © 2009,TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES INC.

SUDOKU

BY THE MEPHAM GROUP

—David Pope is an English senior.

Level:

—This column does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Daily Aztec.

Instructions: Complete the grid so

1 2

3 4

each row, column and 3-by-3 box (in bold borders) contains every digit 1 to 9. For strategies on how to solve Sudoku, visit www.sudoku.org.uk.

Did you love this column? Did you hate it? Have any suggestions for future topics? E-mail Pope at dpope@rohan.sdsu.edu to be featured in his bimonthly mailbag column.

Solution available online at www.TheDailyAztec.com © 2009 The Mepham Group. Distributed by Tribune Media Services. All rights reserved.

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