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Further budget cuts a possibility S A R A H K O VA S H S E N I O R S TA F F W R I T E R

Without a concrete budget for the upcoming academic year, many San Diego State faculty members are preparing for the worst.

All CSU’s face the potential of additional budget reductions, but SDSU’s budget won’t be clear until at least January, when Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger releases the California budget.

Even after Schwarzenegger’s budget has been taken into consideration, the budget for SDSU won’t be finalized until August, at the earliest.

For the current academic year, onetime federal stimulus money replaced state funds, but there is a possibility the state will not be able to replace that money because of the current state revenues.

In the worst case, that would mean SDSU would face a further budget reduction of $50 million for the 2010 / 2011 academic year.

“That number is of such a magnitude, it seems unlikely,” Scott Burns, associate vice president of Financial Operations, said.

Burns also said any planning effort around that number would fundamentally change the university.

According to Ethan Singer, associate vice president for Academic Affairs, all the colleges

have a prorata planning number, based on a $30 million budget reduction, which is considered a midpoint number.

Each department will take into consideration what would be done to modify their budget if SDSU were to receive a reduction of $30 million and report results to the Office of Academic Affairs in December.

“It’s probably a worst case within a foreseen set of circumstances,” Singer said.

“But if something changes dramatically — a double dip recession, a further deterioration in revenue, state revenue, for what the pace is now, dramatically different — then all bets are off.”

Departments are not expected to take any actions. The proposed budget numbers are purely speculative.

“We wouldn’t begin to really think about doing anything until at least we hear what the governor’s budget is in January,” Singer said.

A professor who wished to remain anonymous believes SDSU will cut at least 1,000 course sections because of budget cuts in the next year. The source also said what is happening at SDSU is nothing special, and all CSU’s will face bad times ahead.

Based on Academic Affairs’ planning exercise, some departments would face a budget one-third the size of this year’s budget for next year.

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Department Chair of African Studies Shirley Weber said the department’s budget would be slashed by two-thirds and would have to eliminate most part-time faculty.

The political science department would face a similar situation where a decreased budget would mean not retaining many parttime employees and faculty.

“I am deeply worried about the future for many of our part-time lecturers, some of whom have been with the university for decades and many of whom are among the best instructors on campus,” Ronald King, department chair of political science, said.

Budget cuts would also significantly affect the International Security and Conflict Resolution program. According to ISCOR Adviser Allen Greb, the program’s few required core courses would likely be reduced to one section per class.

According to Greb, ISCOR will continue as a program despite potential budget cuts of two-thirds to the political science department.

“The ISCOR classes will be taught,” Greb said. “They have to be taught because it’s part of the major. It’s just that multiple sections of them will not be offered because of budget cuts.”

However, Assistant Professor Adam Branch, who teaches ISCOR 301, said he

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“Right now there are three ISCOR 301 class sections, each one with a good 45 to 50 students,” Branch said. “So if it were reduced to one, presumably the numbers would be over 100. And I think that would be just devastating to the course.”

Branch, who bases his course on class discussions, said it would be difficult to continue doing so with more students.

“Even the numbers we have now, 45 students, is still, that’s sort of the limit for having class discussion,” Branch said. “And if it goes above that, it will just be impossible to have any discussion.”

Although many departments may receive sizeable budget cuts in the near future, Singer emphasizes it is too early to tell what will happen with the budget.

“There are some departments that have, for whatever reason, assumed that this is a likelihood and students in those departments have been galvanized to go out and demonstrate … and they should,” Singer said.

“I have no problem with the demonstrations; although part of this is directed at Sacramento, not San Diego State.”

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Some reasons why most tourists visit San Diego are its beautiful weather and easy access to beaches. But some people may not consider how the Pacific Ocean would look if it were filled with floating plastic water bottles, laundry detergent containers, shoes and other plastic materials.

This polluted ocean nightmare is a reality in the North Pacific Ocean. In this region, there are patches of plastic called “The Great Pacific Garbage Patch.” Also known as the Pacific “trash vortex,” the patch exists within the North Pacific Subtropical Gyre, which is a current rotating clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere that gathers plastic put in the ocean.

According to Dr. Clive Dorman, professor from the department of geological sciences at San Diego State, the circular motion of the gyre pulls trash from Asia, North America and Hawaii to one central location in the ocean. The trash accumulates in the center of the gyre because of weaker ocean currents.

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch was first observed in 1997 when Capt. Charles Moore was trying to take a shorter route to go home to Los Angeles in his yacht after leaving a competition in Hawaii. While en route home, he noticed the floating dump of plastic garbage and debris in the ocean.

Moore observed a variety of different objects such as plastic containers, LEGO

blocks, sneakers, fishing nets and other types of garbage.

In an ABC News report, Moore said the patch extends just off the coast of California to Asia. He said it is bigger than the continental U.S. According to the report, the patch also contains 3.5 million tons of garbage, 80 percent of which is plastic, and is known to be the world’s largest dump.

The trash found in the patch is mostly plastic, which doesn’t decompose.

According to an article in Current Science’s, “The Pacific Ocean is becoming a huge stew of plastic trash.” Marine life can be potentially threatened with this patch of floating plastic. Fish and turtles can ingest small plastic debris that have been broken down into pieces because of sunlight, otherwise known as photodegradation. In addition, the consumption of plastic can be poisonous to marine life and rise in the food chain to humans who consume the contaminated fish exposed to the plastic chemicals. Also, marine creatures that come into contact with the plastic objects can be entangled and trapped in the patches of trash and die.

According to the ABC News report, Steve Russell, the American Chemistry Council’s vice president of plastics, there is no perfect solution to this problem. The report said it is virtually impossible to cleanup the patch of trash scattered in the Pacific Ocean. However, the report suggested people should

improve their recycling habits. Not only that, but people should change their plastic consumption and be more aware of potential damage it causes the environment.

The patch has been speculated in many reports to be twice the size of Texas. But in an article published online by Green Email Signature Initiative, Holly Bamford, director of the Marine Debris Program at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, said she believes there is still no solid idea of its actual size. She believes the size is still difficult to determine because the patches are scattered across the Pacific, and the only way to measure the size is to add them together.

Reports suggest the patch has doubled in size in five years. Moore has been collecting trash samples and comparing them for better understanding of the growing plastic in the Pacific.

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The science behind a traditional surfboard PAT R I C I A B . DW Y E R S TA F F W R I T E R

So much of surf culture revolves around showing honor to surfing’s forefathers by riding their boards and practicing their way of riding waves. Surfers use retro equipment from the 1940s to the 1970s, ascribing to this retrospective surf culture flashback.

But these attempts of riding the boards of the past have come second to the tradition of the alaia.

It is not common knowledge among the surfing and non-surfing population, that the act of riding waves on an extraneous piece of equipment dates back to 3,000 in the Polynesian islands.

The alaia (pronounced uh-lie-uh) beckons to the Hawaiians of the early 1900s. A typical board is 15 to 17 inches wide and .5 to 2 inches thick. To the eye of the passerby, it looks like a plank of wood and nothing else. But in actuality, it is a refined piece of equipment that has excited the surf community.

Today, the board is made from Paulownia wood. The wood is strong, lightweight and water-resistant, making Paulownia different from the rest. The wood requires no fiberglass or resin like the foam surfboards of today, but only a thin layer of oil, usually linseed oil. This adds to the wood’s water resistance and also slicks the bottom of the board to give it more down speed.

The lack of a fin can be the hardest thing for many wave riders to fathom. The role of a fin on a surfboard is important for turning.

The shape of the alaia’s rails toward the tail of the board make up for its absence of a fin. Rails are the sides of a surfboard and the tail is the back end of a board where one would typically find a fin.

The rails on an alaia are left with a hard, boxy edge compared to the rounded and thicker rails of modern surfboards. This

edgy characteristic, often described as “knifey,” mimics a fin’s ability to bite into the wave and help the board stay within the face.

However, even the hardest rails in the world are not as efficient as a fin, making turning an alaia extremely technical and tricky.

Another important aspect of the alaia is the displacement of the nose. The nose of the board, contrasting the tail, is the front end of a board. Having displacement in the nose refers to the curved roll that occurs on the underside of the board. Most boards have a form of displacement, to help guide them into waves. This is especially crucial with alaias.

“Getting into waves is the hardest part,” Patagonia salesperson and alaia enthusiast John Peck Jr., said.

This is because alaias are not extremely buoyant. Paddling them is much more difficult than paddling a modern surfboard.

If it weren’t for the displacement in the nose of the board, getting them to catch waves would be even more difficult.

Patagonia, a surf shop in, has become the unofficial Southern California epicenter for alaia. It sells the Paulownia blanks and has hosted seminars on how to shape one’s own alaia.

“It’s good for surfers that have been surfing for awhile,” Peck said. “It helps to restoke them out … There’s no preconceived notion of how you are supposed to ride them. It gives you lots of freedom.”

To ride with the most success, a surfer must stay in “the pocket,” which is a section of the unbroken part of a wave closest to the part that has broken. When situated in the pocket with that knifey rail stuck into the face, alaias are noted for their selfgenerated speed.

Both blanks and shaped alaias can be purchased at Patagonia for anyone who wants to take their surfing to the limits of simplicity and nostalgia.

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FILM ISSUE 9 Tinseltown comes to san diego

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ALEESHA HARRIS MANAGING EDITOR

San Diego is a city renowned for its temperate weather, vast beaches and ample tourist attractions. However, a littleknown piece of history about the city is its close relationship with the film industry.

When film production first came to Southern California in the early 1900s it was rumored that a big debate began as to whether the new epicenter of filmmaking would be in Los Angeles or right here in San Diego.

Since then, the sunny city has forged a strong relationship with the movie and television business that has continued to this day.

In celebration of San Diego’s cinematic past and future, several film festivals take place each year within the city’s limits. Here is a look at a few of these fine film festivities:

San Diego Film Festival Celebrating its ninth year in existence next September, this festival offers a taste of Hollywood glamour to San Diego residents without the nearly 125-mile drive.

With past attendees including big-time names such as Joaquin Phoenix, Richard Dreyfuss, William Shatner and Katie Lowes, the San Diego Film Festival offers an opportunity to rub elbows with some of the top industry stars.

The award-winning, five-day festival features both American and international films spanning the genres of documentaries, features, music videos and short films — not to mention the parties. For more information on the SDFF visit www.sdff.org.

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San Diego Asian Film Festival Boasting the title of San Diego’s largest film festival the San Diego Asian Film Festival provides a truly cultural experience. This event routinely breaks out of the traditional model of film festivals by featuring auxiliary events that run in conjunction with the more than 200 films. Extra goodies include a showcase of hip-hop dancing, comedy and cancer awareness-targeted origami display. With visual art hailing from more than 20 different countries, the SDAFF truly is a global affair.

Visit www.sdaff.org for more information.

San Diego Italian Film Festival San Diego’s access to Italian culture goes far beyond the neighborhood of Little Italy. A nonprofit organization, the San Diego Italian Film Festival brings Italian films to viewers with a uniquely Italian perspective.

Don’t worry, though the films may be in Italian, English-speaking audiences can rest assured that subtitles are in full-effect during the films. With pieces themed around dark personal experiences such as loss and self-discovery, SDIFF is a film festival that isn’t afraid to tackle all facets of human emotion. For more information, visit www.sandiegoitalianfilmfestival.com.

San Diego Jewish Film Festival A San Diego film-scene staple since 1990, the San Diego Jewish Film Festival attracts more than 20,000 ticket holders each year.

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Showcasing more than 200 films, the San Diego Asian Film Festival is revered as one of the best cultural festivals in the country.

Jewish Culture, the festival takes place at five locations throughout San Diego. In the past, one festival location has been on campus at San Diego State as part of the Not Quite Kosher Film Festival.

The SDJFF also offers more than just movies, as its events include audience discussion with film production staff and scholars as well as a chance to meet some stars.

For more information visit www/sdcjc.lfjcc.org/sdjff.

San Diego Women’s Film Festival Armed with a mission of promoting an outlet for women filmmakers and cinematic representations of women’s struggles and victories, the San Diego Women’s Film Festival is a truly educational event. According to the event planners, the San Diego Women’s Film Foundation, the purpose of the event is to “empower, promote and mentor young women and women filmmakers by developing opportuni-

ties to expose the art of filmmaking and to tell women’s stories to broad and diverse audiences.”

Though the event is largely for women, by women, everyone is encouraged to get involved. For more information on the SDWFF, visit www.sdwff.org.

San Diego International Children’s Film Festival For everyone who’s a child at heart, there is the San Diego Children’s Film Festival.

Operated largely as an event by the Museum of Photographic Arts located in Balboa Park, this event is propelled by the mission of promoting all variations of photographic art media to diverse audiences. This year’s festival showcased more than 200 pieces, took place throughout a 24-day span and was featured in six locations including Comic-Con and the San Diego Museum of Art. Though the title could deceive potential viewers into believing the event is just for children, all those interested in the advancement and appreciation of film, animation and photo are welcome. Visit www.sdchildrensfilm.org for more information on this event.

San Diego Black Film Festival Established in 2004 under the title of the Noir Film Festival, the relatively young San Diego Black Film Festival acts as an annual source of funds for the non-profit Black Historical Society of San Diego. Having a reputation as one of the fastest growing film festivals of its kind in the country, the SDBFF attracts up-and-coming as well as established African American stars. Independent films are the highlight of the festival, while supplementary events include parties, award ceremonies, appearances and opportunities to meet and chat with industry personnel. More information on the SDBFF can be found at www.sdbff.com.

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San Diego Latino Film Festival With roots stemming back 16 years under the guise of a student film festival, the San Diego Latino Film Festival has moved to the forefront of Latino-themed events.

With recent years’ screening numbers posted at an astounding 2,000 films, this event provides a plethora of cultural pieces.

Hotshot Hollywood actors such as America Ferrera, John Leguizamo and Diego Luna have been just a few of the numerous guests who’ve attended this film fete. Along with its many exhibitions and events, the SDLFF is also home to Youth Visions, which showcases the work of young talent from both local and national arenas. Visit www.sdlatinofilm.com for more information.

Comic-Con Although technically a comic book convention more than a film festival, the yearly extravaganza routinely showcases meet-andgreets with actors as well as movie sneak peeks — not to mention the opportunity to dress up in action hero-themed costumes.

Though the record-breaking attendance is usually enough to garner the event substantial amounts of press, recent highlights of the world-renowned festival such as an exclusive guest panel with actors and the production staff from the book and film phenomenons “Twilight” and “New Moon” have further rocketed Comic-Con into the mainstream. For more information on Comic-Con, got to www.comic-con.org.

So, before heading up to LA with the intention of attending a star-studded affair, consider the veritable movie reel of film festival options located right here in San Diego.

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plan starting at $9 or $12. The $12 option of returning DVDs in the store is available as well.

Small rental stores Options for movie rentals have expanded throughout the years, offering many ways to rent depending on each person’s moviewatching habits. People can have movies delivered straight to their doors for a monthly fee or can rent movies for just a day through participating grocery stores. One option continuing to put up a great fight is the grappled movie rental store. Each option provides pros and cons when renting, but when Netflix was established in 1997 the world of movie rentals completely changed.

Netflix This is an online company that started in 1997. Netflix offers movies delivered straight to a person’s door for a small monthly fee, ranging from $5 to $23 a month, depending on the number of DVDs rented. There are no late fees or due dates and Netflix offers a huge collection of movies, TV shows and documentaries.

Netflix also offers something called “Watch Instantly,” where people can watch these same programs off the computer or through a device, such as Microsoft’s Xbox 360, right to the TV.

Despite the rising trend of online movie rentals, mom and pop stores are always a favorite for those loyal local businesses.

Rates, due dates and available collections vary from store to store, but these places are becoming dramatically phased out by large corporations and online media.

Redbox Another online-based movie rental option allowing customers to pick and reserve movies on its Web site and then pick it up at any Redbox location, often in grocery stores. Rentals are $1 for 24 hours and can be returned to the same location it was picked up. It’s a cheap, easy way to get a movie that one is craving to watch.

San Diego State Library Unknown to many students, the SDSU Love Library Media Center has DVDs and VHS tapes that can be checked out for free with a Red ID card. If a movie is in big demand it can’t actually be taken home, but many titles can.

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Simply upload to a computer for $3 apiece, offering yet another online alternative.

The original in-store movie rental option that has been around since 1985 when it first opened its doors in Dallas. Blockbuster carries a huge stock of movies ranging from oldies to new mainstream films that can be rented for up to five days. The downside to renting from Blockbuster is the late fees for not returning a movie on time and the more expensive rates for movie rentals.

Blockbuster has recently created an online program, competing with Netflix, where a person can subscribe monthly to have DVDs delivered to their door, with the cheapest

Movie rentals have transformed through the years, mainly moving to online streaming allowing instant access to thousands of titles.

For those on a tight budget, services such as Netflix offer a wide range of unlimited rentals for only $9 a month but does not offer the ability to pick up a movie at the spur of the moment. Nowadays, choosing a service that fits one’s personal needs will grant them access to more movies than most have time to watch.

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A glance back in film history 1892 W.K.L. Dickson builds the first movie studio for Thomas A. Edison’s “The Black Maria.”

1896 The first movie projection in the United States takes place at Koster & Bial’s New York Music Hall.

1902 Georges Méliès makes the first science fiction film, “A Trip to the Moon.”

1914 World War I begins, effectively destroying European film production and allowing American films to dominate.

1923 The Hollywoodland development opens with a soon-to-be-iconic sign.

1927 Sid Grauman opens his Chinese Theatre.

1929 The first Academy Awards ceremony is held at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel.

1939 The releases of films such as “Gone with the Wind,” “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington,”“Ninotchka,”“Stagecoach” and “The Wizard of Oz” highlight what is often referred to as the greatest year in film history.

1953 The first Academy Awards show to broadcast on television takes place at the

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1960 The first star on the Hollywood Boulevard Walk of Fame is awarded to Joanne Woodward.

1961 The first in-flight movie is shown on a commercial airline.

1995 Disney / Pixar’s “Toy Story” is released, sparking the reign of future computer-animated films.

1999 The longest Oscars awards ceremony ever held was held for four hours and two minutes. It was the 71st annual Academy Awards show, hosted by Whoopi Goldberg. It also marked the first time that the ceremony was held on a Sunday.

2000 The first feature film to be entirely colorcorrected by digital means, giving the

film a sepia-tinted tone, was the Coen Brothers’ “O Brother, Where Art Thou?”

2002 The Kodak Theatre opens at Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue, and becomes the new home of the Oscars.

2005 With the popularity of the new DVD format (and the start of a new optical disc format called Blu-ray), the last major Hollywood motion picture released in the VHS videotape cassette format was David Cronenberg’s “A History of Violence.”

2007 The low-budget teen comedy “Superbad” topped the U.S. box office charts with a $33 million opening weekend, and went on to become the highest domestic grossing high school comedy of all time..

—Compiled by Assistant Tempo Editor Allie Daugherty

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contest extended to students ANYA MOBERLY

DA: How did you decide to transform the written story onto the silver screen?

TEMPO EDITOR

Calling all aspiring filmmakers and musicians. Award-winning author Jill Shure has launched a unique media contest for her latest novel “Night Glitter,” complete with a hefty cash prize and media exposure for the lucky winners.

Shure’s latest novel is going to be transformed into a full feature film. She is now looking for interpretive works created by Southern California film and music students. Film students are asked to write, produce and edit a three to five minute film based on a select scene they have interpreted from “Night Glitter.” Music students are invited to create a two-three minute theme song based on the time period and theme of “Night Glitter.” The Daily Aztec was fortunate enough to speak to Shure about her recent novel, the student contest and her advice for aspiring media makers in today’s competitive field.

The Daily Aztec: Tell me about “Night Glitter.”

Jill Shure: “Night Glitter” is the sequel to “Night Jazz,” which introduced readers to Jeri Devlin Rose, a woman who was mysteriously transported back in time from 1997 to 1929. “Night Glitter” picks up her story two years later and follows Jeri through the turmoil of the Great Depression, her husband’s battle with tuberculosis, mobsters that pursue her across the country, brothels, casting couches and a turbulent affair with a cowboy movie star. It’s a fast-paced romantic story with a time travel twist.

DA: What prompted you to extend this opportunity to students?

JS: I’ve always been a huge supporter of the arts, and I can think of no better way to support talented students than by offering a hands-on experience, complete with a paycheck! I’m excited to be able to provide a creative challenge with the incentives of prize money and media exposure.

DA: Will there be a story after “Night Glitter?”

JS: Yes. “Night Glitter” is the second book in a trilogy of novels that follow the story of Jeri Devlin Rose.

JS: A lot of the story takes place in 1930s Hollywood, which has the glamour of Hollywood’s golden years as well as the hard times of the Great Depression. Writing about these contrasts inspired me. I think the decade is so visually stimulating that it lends itself to the screen.

However, the novel is not all glitz.

Because in “Night Glitter,” Jeri finds herself living in a brothel, which is the opposite of her former lavish lifestyle. I believe that the backdrop of that period, along with the heartbreak and numerous complications make this an excellent candidate for a film adaptation.

DA : As far as aesthetics go, what is the film and music style you will be looking for?

JS: I hope that students will be as creative and innovative as they can be!.One of the things I’m most excited about regarding this contest is seeing how students interpret what I’ve written. Creative liberties are part of show business, and I encourage students to make the story their own, to put their own mark on it.

DA: Why would you recommend students to apply for this music and film opportunity?

JS: An entry in this contest would be an excellent addition to any student’s portfolio. Completing the project will give students an idea of the joys and obstacles they may encounter while working in the music and film industries. The best part is that students are calling the shots and get to be in charge. Students also retain full copyright of their final products, which is very important to me. Plus, there’s a $500 prize. That’s not too shabby, either.

DA: Any words of wisdom to aspiring musicians, filmmakers or writers?

JS: Be thoughtful, be patient and believe in yourself and your work. Be open to criticism and take it constructively, but always be persistent and passionate about your craft. Do what you love, write what you love, film what you love — whatever it may be.

Some contest details to keep in mind: Submissions are due no later than mid-

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night on Jan. 31, 2010 and winners of this contest will be announced Feb. 18, 2010.

Unlike the time travelling conditions found in “Night Glitter,” time is running out for this film and music contest, so get those cameras and recorders reeling! Film students should download the select scenes and write and produce a film, complete with actors and appropriate props and upload the video onto Shure’s YouTube channel at

http://www.youtube.com/user/jillshure. Music students should create their music piece and post it on this YouTube channel as well.

For more information on contest details, “Night Glitter” synopsis, author biography and copyright information, visit http://www.marichcom.net/clients.php ?id=27.

Documentary professor chats ANYA MOBERLY TEMPO EDITOR

Films serve a variety of purposes in today’s culture. The most obvious use that comes to mind is to entertain. Apart from escaping reality in a fantastical world outside one’s own, films often educate and inform in a genre referred to as documentaries. To get the scoop on this increasingly prevalent movie-making style, The Daily Aztec had the chance to speak with Mark Freeman, San Diego State’s documentary theory film professor.

The Daily Aztec: What do you enjoy most about documentary films?

Mark Freeman: The best documentaries let us discover new worlds. They enrich our understanding and appreciation of unfamiliar stories.

DA: Where in the spectrum of filmmaking would you place making a documentary?

MF: Filmmaking is storytelling. The difference between documentaries and fiction is that when you walk out of the theater after a documentary, you can’t dismiss it by saying, “It’s only a movie.” Documentaries have the responsibility to represent reality with as much integrity as possible.

DA : In our modern media world, how credible do you think recent documentaries can be?

MF: A documentary is a filmmaker’s view of the world. It’s only as credible as she is.

Documentaries raise questions and, like all films, they appeal to our emotions. An informed, critical viewer needs to consider a variety of sources in order to determine the claims and credibility of a particular film.

DA: What category of documentaries is your favorite? Historical? Human interest?

MF: I’m interested in films that are formally innovative. I’m particularly interested in documentaries that allow the participants to speak for themselves. I’m curious about other cultures and am always grateful for the opportunity to be immersed in an unfamiliar world.

DA: Where do you see the future of documentary films going?

MF: More and more people have access to the tools of documentary filmmaking. The Internet makes content instantly accessible everywhere. The challenge remains: Filmmakers still need to have something worth saying and the skills to say it effectively. Good work can be buried under the torrent of badly shot cat videos and the sexual exploits of momentary celebrities. I’m cautiously optimistic that ultimately we will benefit from the lives and experiences of filmmakers who never would have had the opportunity to tell their stories when film was only available

to those who could afford it.

DA: What are some common misconceptions about documentary films?

MF: It’s not necessarily the case that documentaries have to be boring and didactic; that all documentaries need to be fair and balanced; that documentary storytelling has nothing in common with fiction.

For a full list of the 100 best documentaries, see Patricia Aufderheide’s “Documentary Film: A Very Short Introduction,” available on www.amazon.com.

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Brazil

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Hero (2002): “Ying Xiong” is a must-see for any martial arts fan; it is cinematic eye candy. Even if reading subtitles are not preferred, “Hero”’s imagery is both breathtaking and enthralling, telling a story in itself.

Each perception of one story is portrayed in a different color, which weave together to form a whole: The tale of Qin, a man who protects the most powerful ruler from three assassins in an extremely vivid story.

China

City of God (2002): “Cidade de Deus” documents the violence and ruthlessness of the youth in Rio de Janeiro from the 1960s through the 1980s. Gangs form, old friends become enemies and increasingly violent behavior ensues from every angle. This film brings to attention the quality of life in Rio de Janeiro and the fear and pressures its youth were faced with in that time period.

Trainspotting (1996): This Scottish film follows main character Mark “Rents” Renton and his experiences with heroin and dealing with his addiction. He and his friends bum around the city causing trouble and shooting up. The film takes a darker turn as Rents attempts to end his heroin addiction for good. Trainspotting is a fast-paced film and could be compared to the style of Guy Ritchie movies such as “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.”

Scotland

a full reel of foreign films

KAITLIN TRATARIS STAFF WRITER

Foreign films are not for the lazy. But those who choose to engage in watching one must prepare themselves for an interesting experience. Many foreign films offer gorgeous imagery of grand cities and stories of people from all around the world, which can open a viewer’s mind to what exists beyond the TV. Below are a few select favorites, and must-sees for anyone who loves a great foreign film.

France Amélie (2001): “Le fabuleux destin d’Amélie Poulain” (The fabulous destiny of Amélie Poulain), is an amazing coming-ofage story about a young woman in the city of Paris. This heartwarming tale is told though stunning imagery, deep colors, classic French music and a ragtag group of characters who encourage Amélie on her self-invented adventure.

Spain

Pan’s Labyrinth (2006): “El Laberinto del Fauno” is a dark story paralleling an “Alice in Wonderland” experience. A young girl moves to a war camp with her pregnant mother and new stepfather who is a captain in the Spanish army, where she meets a faun that involves her in a fanciful adventure to escape from her morbid reality.

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TIM DRAUT STAFF WRITER

Ever thought about making a movie but didn’t know where to start? Last week, the Associated Students board Cultural Arts and Special Events, Aztec Nights and the Residence Hall Association brought Campus MovieFest to San Diego State. CMF is a film festival that students all around the country are provided with the essential materials for producing a film, free of charge.

CMF provides students with an Apple laptop, a video camera, film editing software, and 24 / 7 technical support from expert film editors for one week. Students were given the materials last week to film and edit a five-minute professional quality movie. All of the movies were judged by a panel of students and staff in preparation for the CMF Red Carpet Finale, which took place yesterday at 8 p.m. Prizes were awarded to some participants, including a copy of Final Cut Pro software, iPods and entry into the Cannes International Film Festival.

A few selected student films will move on to the regional and international grand finales with the chance to win more prizes and attention. The Western Regional Grand Finale will take place on Nov. 14 in San Francisco.

CMF is the world’s largest student film festival. The purpose of the program is to provide students who have no prior experience in filmmaking the opportunity to make a movie that will be exposed to an audience of their peers. Film students who participated were able to add their film to their portfolios, while first-time filmmakers were able to learn new skills and explore their creative talent. All participating students have been provided with a copy of their completed movie, but had to return the filming equipment.

CMF accommodates as many as 100 film teams per school and has never turned a student away. Because all of the essential equipment, software and personal assistance were provided to students free of charge, there was no reason for any student not to take advantage of this opportunity, especially those who are interested in film.

SDSU students who participated in this fun and rewarding opportunity to express their unique viewpoints walked away with valuable skills they acquired through working with filmmaking technology.

For more information on Campus MovieFest visit www.campusmoviefest.com.

For more information on CASE at SDSU, visit as.sdsu.edu/ent/case/special.html.

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open casting call for all film students

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PAUL HERNANDEZ STAFF WRITER

On a lazy day one usually wants to kick back and watch a newly released flick. Here is a list of several local theaters and one drive-in theater that will hopefully rejuvenate the cinematic experience for a modern movie-watching day.

La Paloma Theatre Located on the corner of South Coast Highway 101 and D Street in Encinitas, La Paloma Theatre is sandwiched between a guitar shop and bar (two wonderful options of killing time before and after a show).

With 81 years of history under its belt, La Paloma has covered diverse appearances from the early days of vaudeville acts, to musical artists such as Jerry Garcia and Eddie Vedder. The North County gem still sticks to these roots, offering everything from live music gatherings to independent films and documentaries. It’s a great way to spend a few bucks in a cozy beach town.

Flower Hill Cinema Only a few beach towns south, nestled in the corner lot of Flower Hill Promenade shopping center and just east of I-5 (easily seen from the freeway) is UltraStar Flower Hill Cinema. Where the turf meets the surf, this Del Mar theater plays only five select movies on the market, mixing limited block-

busters with more artistic and thought-provoking independent films.

Hillcrest Cinema Near campus is a theater owned and operated by the prestigious and independent Landmark Theatres. This charismatic Art Deco-designed cinema contains a greater variety of foreign and independent films, more so than any other theater in the city.

Delicious goodie shops and free validated parking should renew anyone holding out on the cinema experience.

South Bay Drive-In Theatre Those old enough to remember the nostalgic experience and atmosphere of a drivein theater can officially visit memory lane.

Those new to drive-ins can now experience those times at South Bay Drive-In Theatre.

Located west of the I-5 and off Coronado Avenue, South Bay brings the charm of any standard drive-in, with an open lot where people are allowed to roam freely.

The drive-in is the spot for those with a tight budget. For only seven bucks a person, up to three movies can be seen, while outside food and beverages are welcome.

Come prepared to see plenty of characters on and off screen, where silence is golden, but not mandatory.

For more information on these locations, showtimes and tickets, visit the theater Web sites at www.southbaydrivein.com, www.ultrastarmovies.com, www.lapalomatheatre.com and www.landmarktheatres.com.

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local theaters offer intimate screenings

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Musicals harmonize on screen

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Originally written and directed by John Waters in 1988, “Hairspray” graced the silver screen in 2007 for the second time.

SANDY CHASE STAFF WRITER

In recent years, Hollywood’s been all atwitter with musicals being made into movies. Here is one observer’s take on the best and worst productions that have made the jump from stage to screen.

Hairspray Top to bottom, hands down the most fun musical ever put to screen. This show has kitschy super-charged beats, a powerful message on love and equality and John Travolta in drag. It doesn’t get much better than that, folks.

Chicago This film scored major points for trying to make it look like the audience was actually watching Renée Zellweger and Catherine Zeta-Jones dance on a stage. It blurred the lines between Broadway and Hollywood in a good way and virtually eliminat-

ed the feeling of sitting at the mall’s local movie-plex. That being said, Richard Gere sort of seemed like a miscast.

West Side Story It’s Leonard Bernstein, that should be enough. However, because of race issues during the time it was filmed, the white actors wore dark makeup to look Puerto Rican. This is a disturbing reminder of how far the entertainment industry has come since the ’60s.

Little Shop of Horrors Who knew a musical about a man-eating plant would be so awesome? Furthermore, who knew Mr. “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids” could sing?

Hedwig and the Angry Inch This one didn’t make it all the way to Broadway, but so what?

John Cameron Mitchell wrote, directed and starred in this magnum opus about a lovelorn transgendered rock star.

Rent Despite being head-overheels in love with this original musical, the film version really deserves a lower rank on this list. Creator Jonathan Larson, may he rest in peace, would have flipped his lid if someone had tried to pull the entire “Christmas Bells” musical thread out of his film.

The Phantom of the Opera After waiting nearly a decade for this film to be made, Joel Schumacher ripped the original show to threads, switched scenes that actually changed the progression of the plot and made lines usually sung spoken for no reason whatsoever. Then again, that might have been a good call, considering the poor casting job that put then 34-yearold hottie Gerard Butler in the role of a 50-something hermetic opera ghost. Cinematography Courtesy of Amazon and costuming were this produc- Adapted from a novel from the early 1900s by Gaston Leroux titled “Le Fantôme de l’Opera,” the play is known as the longest-running Broadway show of all time. tion’s only saving grace.

Italian Fest Gets Avant-Garde OLIVIA JONES CONTRIBUTOR

This year’s San Diego Italian Film Festival began Oct. 16 and runs through Nov. 7 at the Museum of Photographic Arts’ elegant North Park Birch Theatre in Balboa Park, with the exception of Nov. 6 taking place at the Birch North Park Theatre. The first two weeks of screenings showcased films by Paolo Virzi. Virzi is a contemporary director keeping alive an Italian film movement from the ’60s that used a particular form of comedy or social satire, and hits both the heart and the mind. Virzi’s films were followed by eight consecutive nights of Italian movies that

have all been produced within the last eight years.

The films exemplified great versatility: While one film centered on working-class characters struggling to find a means and a reason to live, another centered on the physical ailments and struggles of a manager who fires working-class people. Overall, the films tugged at the heart and mind and involved the audience in a way that Hollywood movies usually do not. The crowd was faced with pain and struggle while the films danced on the line between comedy a n d tragedy.

For the opening film, “La Bella Vita” by Virzi, MoPA’s theater was brimming with extra guests hoping to not be turned away. Guests who were already seated were waiting in good spirits for those who were standing to adjust to an obvious fact: There were no empty seats. Those young enough to sit comfortably on the floor were invited to do so, and the inaugurating film began as though

Italian culture really had seeped into San Diego for a night.

Such enthusiastic attendance was made possible by the hard work and thoughtfulness of numerous contributors and collaborators. Because some reels cost $850 for shipping costs alone in order to receive the films directly from Italy, the directors all worked for no money. Still, the festival was free (with a suggested donation) except the Gala, which took place closing night.

Contributions were made by numerous institutions and individuals such as a board member of the SDIFF and San Diego S t a t e director

of Italian language Clarissa Clo, who deemed the festival to be “truly a labor of love.” This labor of love brought some unique Italian films to San Diego, which were mellow and raw compared to the glamorized characters and solutions in Hollywood blockbusters.

For the viewer, exposure to these inescapable, thoroughly experienced emotions gives rise to a subtle sense of magic and a different kind of glamour.

Monthly films will continue to screen until next year’s festival.

The schedule may be viewed at the festival Web site at www.sandiegoitalianfilmfestival.com where a newsletter is also available for those who would like to be reminded of upcoming showings.

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Guide for novice filmmakers

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rom Orson Welles and Stanley Kubrick to the Steven Spielberg and Quentin Tarantino, the emergence of film in the 20th century provided a storytelling device for these legendary filmmakers that has inspired countless people to take up the trade.

But what does making a movie even mean? And how does it possibly take as many people to make one as it does in those seemingly endless scrolling credits after a movie?

Realistically, all someone needs to do is pick up a camera and start shooting random scenes to make a movie, and while that certainly worked for the “Saw” franchise, Hollywood’s process is a little more complicated.

To break it down into five

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will look and feel.

And once all those positions that are thrown in front of you in the end credits of a movie get filled, including the actors, of course, the next step begins.

less, approximately 90-minute film ready for your viewing pleasure. That is, of course, if the final step goes smoothly.

easy-to-describe steps (for the purpose of keeping this article less than 1,000 words), the process is (basically) as follows:

the art of writing good scripts). In 1992, his script for “Basic Instinct” sold for a then-record $3 million.

In some cases of development, producers will attempt to get directors and actors involved this early, as well. But in most cases, that’s saved for …

Step 3: Lights. Camera.

Action. (Or, production)

Step 1: Development

Step 2: Pre-production

As any writer is swift to remind, “You don’t have a movie without a story.” In no part of the process is this as clear as it is in a film’s development. A producer’s initial job is to find a story, whether by obtaining the rights for a book or a play, sometimes the rights for a remake or hiring a writer with an original story.

This is the part of the process that gets slimmed down for the already mentioned “Saw” movies. It’s where the film gets planned.

Directors direct the process.

Actors act in it.

Cinematographers make pretty pictures with the camera. Art directors create worlds for those pretty pictures to be taken. Sound designers make sure it’s more than just a picture and makeup and hair make the pretty actors in the pretty picture all pretty.

And there are a few hundred other roles with a few thousand other responsibilities. Not to demean their work, but go to film school to get that much knowledge.

If a studio is willing to put its money behind the hope that audiences will pay to see the finished product, then really, everything is good to go.

The marketing departments will craft a campaign they feel is best suited to attract audiences; though not always that reflective of the movie itself. “Adventureland” rings a bell with the studio’s attempt to sell it as a raunchy teen comedy, when it plainly wasn’t, even if that wasn’t obvious from the advertisements.

But once it hits theaters, those hundreds of crew members get to recognize their hard work succeeded. Even if it is the Spielbergs and Tarantinos who get all the credit.

Oh, and because this is art (in the best cases at least), this “formula” has approximately 93,482 variations.

Happy filmmaking.

JOSH ELWELL SENIOR STAFF WRITER

Joe Eszterhas was a popular writer in the early ’90s who mastered the art of selling his scripts (but not necessarily

If the producer doesn’t already have a studio’s help in financing and distributing, this is where it will happen … At least for the bulk of movies showing at AMC 18 Fashion Valley.

Some pre-production specific jobs include casting directors and location managers, who cast all the actors in the movie and find locations for them to act.

The storyboarding process is also done during this time, where the director works with a crew of designers to lay out exactly how the film

Step 4: Post-production All that work by hundreds of now unemployed people is left to one last crew member: the editor. Well, and any assistant editors. Okay, fine, and anyone mixing the sound. Maybe someone else, too.

But using systems such as Avid or Final Cut Pro, an editor will spend hundreds of hours locked in a room, hunched over an editing system while they make all the footage roll together into one, seam-

Step 5: Distribution

—Josh Elwell is a journalism senior.

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

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Aztecs overcome sluggish start to get win SDSU struggles to find rhythm with three potential starters out E D WA R D L E W I S SPORTS EDITOR

There was no Billy White, no Malcolm Thomas, no Tim Shelton and there was definitely no rhythm.

The San Diego State men’s basketball team struggled for most of the night against Cal Baptist on Tuesday at Viejas Arena in an AZTECS 72 exhibition match, LANCERS 57 scratching out a 72-57 victory against the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Lancers.

“We definitely took a punch right from the beginning,” junior guard D.J. Gay said.

“But I think that that’s something we needed. Maybe a couple of us were on the high-horse and that was something we needed, to fight back.”

Without junior forward White (wrist), junior forward Thomas (knee) and sophomore forward Shelton (knee), SDSU came out flat, spotting Cal Baptist a 12-0 lead. It took the Aztecs nearly 19 minutes to recover, tying the game at 22 with a little more than a minute left in the half.

SDSU took the lead just before halftime on a sophomore guard Bryan Horton free throw, and while they didn’t give up the lead in the second half, the Aztecs still seemed off in the final 20 minutes. SDSU was out-rebounded 30-29, turned over the

ball 17 times and made just 11 of its 20 free throw attempts.

“We’ll have a lot to teach and to talk about as we come back and look at the tape (on Wednesday),” head coach Steve Fisher said.

“This was good for us. We went against a team that is very well coached, and is a very good basketball team that will win a lot of games in their league at their level. I saw enough good things to say if we stick with it and get our guys healthy that we will be a very good basketball team.”

In the first half, true freshman forward Kawhi Leonard was the star of the show, tallying eight points and three rebounds. He left the game in the second half because of an illness, but sophomore guard Tyrone Shelley picked up where Leonard left off. Shelley racked up a team-high nine boards and scored 17 points, earning praise from Fisher in the postgame press conference.

“It felt good to actually be able to play a full game with referees and a team,” Shelley, a transfer from Pepperdine, said. “I felt we played good tonight and everybody stepped up on our team.”

The starting five for Tuesday night, though a bit skewed because of injuries, were Gay, senior guard Kelvin Davis, Shelley, Leonard and junior center Brian Carlwell.

The Aztecs will play another exhibition match against Point Loma Nazarene next Tuesday at Viejas Arena before officially starting the season against UCSD on Nov. 14.

“Hopefully we’ll get some of these walking wounded healthy,” Fisher said.

“And be prepared with a number of bodies we can throw at Point Loma (Nazarene) next Tuesday.”

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THE BIG ISSUE VS

WHO: SDSU vs.TCU

TV: Versus HD

WHAT: The Aztecs will take on the

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No. 6 team in the country at home.

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WHERE: Qualcomm Stadium

LIVE IN-GAME BLOG: www.thedailyaztec.com

WHEN: 1 p.m., Saturday

The San Diego State football team finally made it to .500 this late in a season for the first time since 2003. SDSU won’t have long to celebrate that achievement, though.

On Saturday, the No. 6-ranked team in the country, TCU, heads to Qualcomm Stadium and will bring a fierce defense and an underrated offense.

“We’ve got our work cut out for us this week, obviously,” head coach Brady Hoke said. “It’s a tremendous challenge for us and a tremendous opportunity. There’s nothing in their game that they do poorly from offense to defense, their kicking game, their return game.”

The Horned Frogs have signature victories this season

against Clemson in Clemson, S.C., BYU in Provo, Utah and Virginia in Charlottesville,Va. In the past three games alone, TCU has outscored its opponents 123-13, making it serious contenders in the BCS picture.

The Horned Frogs are the highest nationally ranked opponent the Aztecs have faced since they played No. 2 Ohio State in 2003, and are the highest nationally ranked opponent SDSU has faced at Qualcomm Stadium since it played No. 1 Miami in 1992.

“We’ve got a big challenge and a great opportunity,” Hoke said, “and a lot of work to do in the next couple of days.”

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PRIME NUMBERS PASS YARDS PER GAME: 278.5

RUSH YARDS PER GAME: 66.5

TOTAL YARDS PER GAME: 345

PASS YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 204.6 RUSH YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 145.3 TOTAL YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 349.9

RECORD: 8-0, 4-0 MWC PASS YARDS PER GAME: 213.6

RUSH YARDS PER GAME: 233.4

TOTAL YARDS PER GAME: 447

PASS YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 146.4 RUSH YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 89.4 TOTAL YARDS AGAINST PER GAME: 235.8

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WHEN THE AZTECS HAVE THE BALL: When sophomore quarterback Ryan Lindley was asked about TCU’s athletic defense, he immediately started to talk about the Horned Frogs’ defensive end Jerry Hughes.

“I think he’s a great player to start off,” Lindley said of Hughes. “I think there’s just some things we might try to protect against him and make sure we’ve got a couple of guys on him.”

Hughes is one of the best pass rushers in the nation, is ranked by ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. as the best senior defensive end in the country and leads the Horned Frogs in tackles for a loss (10.5) and sacks (9). Last season against the Aztecs, he recorded two sacks and three tackles in a 41-7 blowout Horned Frog victory.

This year’s TCU defense isn’t all about Hughes, though.

The Horned Frogs have the No. 1-ranked defense in the nation, allowing just 235.8 yards per game and giving up just 11 points per game.

“Oh man, they’re fast,” Hoke said of TCU’s defense.

“They’re big and athletic and that’s a pretty good combination.”

WHEN THE HORNED FROGS HAVE THE BALL: TCU’s defense gets most of the credit for the team’s No. 6 ranking this season, but its offense has quietly been one of the best in the country. Through eight games this year, the Horned Frogs are averaging 35.3 points per game, the 11th best in the nation. One of the biggest reasons for that success has been quarterback Andy Dalton, who has thrown for 1,642 yards and 14 touchdowns. The team is also loaded at the wide receiver position, as four receivers have more than 270 receiving yards.

“At the receiver corps, I think now this is probably the best group we’ve gone against,” senior defensive back Davion Mauldin said. “They have a quarterback that’s a good leader and he can also run well and pass well. They have a complete offense.”

The Aztecs have done a good job containing opposing passing games this season and is allowing just 204.6 passing yards per game. SDSU will need to continue that trend and contain Dalton and the receivers to have a shot at taking down the No. 6 team in the country on Saturday.

TCU UTAH BYU AIR FORCE WYOMING SDSU UNLV NEW MEXICO COLORADO STATE

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

SATURDAY, NOV. 7 San Diego State vs. TCU, Air Force vs. Army, BYU at Wyoming, Colorado State at UNLV, Utah vs. New Mexico

NAME: David Pope (44-11) TITLE: Assistant Sports Editor PREDICTION: TCU, Air Force, BYU, UNLV, Utah QUOTABLE: “What’s terrible is games like Colorado State and UNLV are going to decide this pick ‘em.”

NAME: Edward Lewis (43-12) TITLE: Sports Editor PREDICTION: TCU, Air Force, BYU, Colorado State, Utah QUOTABLE:

“I’m so over this.”

NAME: Glenn Connelly (43-12) TITLE: Photo Editor PREDICTION: TCU, Air Force, BYU, Colorado State, Utah QUOTABLE: “With my downfall in the DA Fantasy League, the only way I can redeem this football season is to win the pick ‘em.”

NAME: Beau Bearden (39-16) TITLE: Senior Staff Writer PREDICTION: SDSU, Army, BYU, UNLV, Utah Glenn Connelly / Photo Editor

QUOTABLE: “The SDSU basketball season is upon us and that means one thing, time to break out the gecko!”

Senior Davion Mauldin said TCU has a “complete offense.”

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The Horned Frogs’ Andy Dalton can beat defenses with ease.

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ou may have noticed that I haven’t ran any e-mails lately.

It’s not that I haven’t been getting any, but rather it seems lately that people are seeking me out on Facebook or in person to give me feedback.

So rather than try to respond individually, these are the (paraphrased) most common queries I receive: “It seems that the only people who like your column are female.

Do you ever get hit on?”

Funny you should ask that, hypothetical person.

This past Friday, my roommates and I went to Pacific Beach, to do Pacific Beach things.

We settled in at the Tap Room and started ordering pitchers.

Pretty soon a group of three girls sat down at a table near ours.

Out of the corner of my eye I could see one girl looking at me. And I don’t mean flirty glances in my direction, I mean a full-on “look at me” death stare.

I turned to one of my friends and said, “I think the girl in white over there is looking at me.”

“Yeah, well that happens a lot at bars,” he said. “She probably wants your ‘D’.”

“I don’t think so,” I said. “I’m not nearly attractive enough for that; maybe they like my column or something and know who I am.”

That was met with a rather uproarious “Pssh, please, you’re not that important. Shut up.”

I shrugged and soon enough she halted her efforts for eye contact, but a few minutes later, a waitress came up, set down a pint of Coors Light and said, “This is from the girls over there.”

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even blue. I was impressed.

After a few moments of awkwardly asking everyone in earshot, “What do I do?” the only girl at our table finally said, “Look, one of them must think you’re cute. You need to go talk to them.”

So I get my grown-man on and head to their table where I was met with, “Hey … we really like your articles,” and the conversation progressed from there.

So Bonnie, Taylor and girl dressed as Courtney Love, thank you — for the beer, for proving my friends wrong and for feeding my already out-of-control ego.

“You wrote over 2,000 words about your trip to Las Vegas, and all you talked about was what you did at the buffet. What’s wrong with you?”

In hindsight, you’re right; the two-part Vegas running diary kind of sucked, but I stand behind the fact that imagining a pterodactyl trying to play “rock, paper, scissors” is about as pure as comedy gets.

It’s not that there weren’t drunken shenanigans to be had; I just ran out of words and time to mention everything. Perhaps how one of the girls in our group, who couldn’t be an inch taller than 5 feet, blew a .19 into my buddy’s Breathalyzer sometime in the mid-afternoon on Saturday. The dictionary defines that as “champion status.”

But to be honest, although I don’t think I went 20 minutes without drinking something alcoholic, I was never really super trashed at any point that weekend.

See, when I get drunk I have a way of semi-consciously leaving on my own at random times and walking home to my bed. I’ve

done it since freshman year; it can’t be stopped.

I don’t want to know what would have happened to me if I tried to walk home from the Palms back to the Tropicana alone, but it may have ended up being the basis for an episode of “CSI.” “How come you don’t make fun of Nor Cal more often?”

This is for the same reason I don’t really make fun of the Greek system anymore. It’s overdone, and really, it’s way too easy. Fraternity and sorority jokes are the “What’s the deal with airline food?” of college newspaper humor columns.

“What made you decide to be an English major?”

I don’t like money and want to ensure I go through life without accumulating too much of it.

“I hate you and you’re not funny. Please go away and never come back.”

Thanks, Mom. “You talk about your friend Edward a lot. Is there something going on there?”

Not that it’s any of your business, but no, Sports Editor Edward Lewis and I are just completely heterosexual life partners.

“This article is stupid. You just made up a bunch of questions on your own and asked them to yourself.”

It’s either this or more pterodactyl jokes — your choice.

BY LINDA C. BLACK, TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (11/05/09) You begin to feel stress when an older person teams up with someone behind the scenes.This year you're in the spotlight, but you also have to find a way to figure out what others are doing.

ARIES (March 21 - April 19) - Today is a 6 Other people appear to agree with you early in the day. Follow that path and inject your own insight. Imagination moves work forward.

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20) - Today is a 5 - What you say directly affects what you get. Optimistic words result in delightful conversation.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21) - Today is a 5 You have the facts.Turn them into wisdom through your actions. Good results appear certain.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22) - Today is a 6 Say what's on your mind early in the day.

Then follow directions from others. It's a win-win situation.

LEO (July 23 - Aug. 22) - Today is a 6 - A family member tells you a secret in the morning. By afternoon you've imagined all sorts of ramifications. Check your facts.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) - Today is a 6 -

What you hear today changes your thinking regarding relationships. A sibling needs your support now more than ever.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) - Today is a 5 Wrap up a project or catch up on phone calls and e-mails.This makes room in your thinking for new ideas.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) - Today is a 6 - Change is in the air. Be sure you jump on the bus before it leaves the station.

Destination uncertain.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) - Today is a 5 - Speak now.You've thought long enough.Your ideas contain the essence of healing and joy.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19) - Today is a 5 - Tackle errands within your neighborhood and save longer trips for later. Purchase liquid refreshments.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) - Today is a 5 - You feel extra lucky today. Is it just a feeling? Maybe you can test the water and buy a lottery ticket.

PISCES (Feb. 19 - March 20) - Today is an 8 - Warm feelings should be shared. If you bottle this stuff, give samples to all your closest family and friends. © 2009,TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES INC.

SUDOKU

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—David Pope is an English senior.

Instructions: Complete the grid so

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

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? E-mail David Pope at dpope@rohan.sdsu.edu with any questions, complaints or suggestions.

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