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VOLUME 99, ISSUE 90

Police proactive despite less funding

campus J. Hutton Marshall Managing Editor

Hannah Beausang Senior Staff Writer

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As the country slowly climbs its way out of the biggest recession since the ‘30s, many aspects of the government—both federal and local—have been slow to recover. Both the San Diego Police Department and the San Diego State Police Department have felt significant constraints because of budget cuts, and the city is now faced with the largest crime spike in a decade.

I think it’s a trend, because for the first time in a decade, we’ve seen crime increase in every category. william lansdowne

San Diego Police Department Chief

“We have seen an increase,” SDPD Chief William Lansdowne said at a presentation last month. “There are those—the academics—who believe it may be just a spike. I think it’s more than that. I think it’s a trend, because for the first time in a decade,

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San Diego State Police Department has been doing all it can despite CSU budget cuts. Although it has fared better than SDPD, its policies have been forced to become more reactionary.

we’ve seen crime increase in every category. With that said, we’re still at 40-year lows for the city of San Diego, so we look at the history of this great city.”

There was a 6.9 percent increase in crime in 2012 in San Diego. KPBS published an article last month detailing Landsowne’s presentation

of the 2012 crime statistics to the City Council’s Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee, where he expanded on the causes and implications of this spike.

Lansdowne said problems associated with the transient population, such as substance abuse and mental illness, have worsened.

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He also said SDPD’s budget has been cut in each of the last eight years.

In an effort to maximize resources, SDPD has implemented several programs to increase efficiency. One grant-funded program allows for online citizen reporting, which helps POLICE continued on page 2

Senator proposes last call for drinks at 4 a.m. state

Although the bill is backed by the California Restaurant Association and the California Music and Culture Association, among other organizations, it has been met with

And the benefits it could provide the community by boosting jobs, tourism and local tax revenue. mark leno

California State Senator

California State Sen. Mark Leno is trying to extend the hours that bars and restaurants can serve alcohol until 4 a.m. Leno thinks this extension will allow California to compete in the tourism market along with Chicago, New York or Las Vegas.

Declan Desmond Staff Writer

Bar patrons dreading the words “last call” may have a savior in California Sen. Mark Leno, who proposed legislation that would allow bars and restaurants in California to serve alcohol until 4 a.m.

According to Leno, D-Calif., extending the time for the sale of alcohol past the current 2 a.m. cutoff would stimulate state and local economies.

“This legislation would allow destination cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego to start local conversations about the possibility of expanding nightlife and the benefits it could provide the community by boosting jobs, tourism and local tax revenue,” Leno said.

Making California’s biggest cities more competitive with tourist hotspots like Las Vegas and Chicago—where alcohol is sold after 2 a.m.—is another motivator

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for Leno. The senator cited research indicating the nation’s top 10 grossing night clubs and social venues were all in cities with extended serving hours, The Los Angeles Times reported.

According to Leno’s website, the proposed bill, SB 635, would give counties the power to submit local plans to the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to extend alcohol serving hours past the current cut-off. The easing of restrictions would not apply to liquor stores.

some early opposition.

Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca was quoted in The Los Angeles Times, saying people “don’t need to have two more hours for drinking.”

Meanwhile, Republican Sen. Robert Huff also voiced concerns that such a change might increase drunk driving.

In large college towns such as, San Diego, the prospect of extended drinking hours raises obvious questions about student safety and conduct.

“I do feel like it would affect student performance in school,” Communications junior Kevin Brown said. “I think 2 a.m. is pretty good where it stands … if people are really interested (in drinking) after 2 a.m., I’m sure they can go back to their houses, apartments, or dorms and continue that way.”

The bill is expected to be heard in Senate policy committees this spring.

Aztecs dominate San Diego Classic, finish tourney 5-0 softball Browning Stubbs Contributor

After returning home from a tough tournament in Fresno, the San Diego State softball team finished a perfect 5-0 to sweep the San Diego Classic II. Game 1: San Diego State 13, Bryant University 6 The Aztecs got back on the winning track, tying season highs with 13 runs and 15 hits to kick off the tournament. Junior outfielder Patrice Jackson led the charge in the seventh inning hitting a monster grand slam that sparked six runs. Senior second baseman Tiffany Corder also played well, scoring three runs and recording a triple. The Bulldogs couldn’t get anything going after they took a 21 lead in the bottom of the first.

This game was a total team effort and every Aztec contributed to the win. Freshman pitcher Danielle O’Toole struck out a career-high nine batters to pick up the win.

Game 2: SDSU 2, San Jose State University 0 The game opened up a little shaky for the Aztecs, as the Spartans had two runners on with no outs in the first inning. Fortunately, senior ace Rebecca Arbino was able to force three consecutive ground ball force-outs to send the Spartans back to the dugout.

Arbino struck out five and tossed her third complete shutout of the season. Sophomore outfielder Kayla Jordan and freshman shortstop Monica Downey added an RBI apiece to put the Spartans, who are 19-10 overall, away.

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Volume 99, issue 90 | wednesday, march 20, 2013 from POLICE page1

to manage the enormous amount of man hours spent traveling to take reports from citizens. Assistant Chief Shelley Zimmerman said SDPD receives 1.2 million calls each year from its 1.3 million residents. She said this system took in more than 46,000 reports as of March 10.

Other programs include an automated property management system—implemented in June 2011—which contributes to the reduction of paperwork. SDPD also employs beat realignment tactics in order to increase efficacy and decrease response time.

The SDSUPD saw similar cuts, but managed to keep the crime rate relatively stable. SDSUPD Capt.

Lamine Secka attributes much of this to the relatively small size of the department compared to SDPD, but several measures have also been taken to stay on top of crime despite reduced resources. Some of these strategies include utilizing federal grants such as the Urban Area Security Initiative and Operation Stonegarden as well as using overtime hours to make up for any staffing reductions. Despite these efforts, Secka said the department still isn’t able to provide as many community services as it used to.

“One of the biggest differences is that we can’t provide the same level of some support services that have in years past,” Secka said.

“Presentations, educational efforts, lockouts, citizen assists, safety classes, et cetera. are all some of the programs that we either can no longer provide to the community or have experienced a reduction in offerings or extended times.”

In terms of reduced staffing levels, however, SDSUPD has fared significantly better than SDPD. SDPD has lost approximately 157 sworn officers and approximately 193 civilian positions since its 2010 fiscal year. It began in 2013 with 1829 officers, an improvement from 2012, but still 126 fewer than 2009.

SDSUPD, on the other hand, has stayed relatively consistent throughout the past few years in terms of staffing, although its number of officers is much smaller for both sworn officers and civilians, usually hovering around 20 officers for each.

Secka said while SDSUPD has essentially maintained patrolling levels, its policing strategies have become increasingly reactionary.

“Our officers are now much more reactive than proactive, like they were several years ago,” Secka said. “We had success eliminating motorcycle theft on campus a few years back, but that was entirely proactive. We just don’t have the ability to be as proactive as we’d like.”

While funding for SDPD comes from San Diego’s general fund, SDSUPD’s funding comes from the California State University budget. So, while both have clearly been affected by California’s financial troubles, parallels are difficult to draw between the two departments.

The 2012 crime statistics for SDSUPD are still being compiled, so it remains to be seen whether SDSUPD saw a similar spike in the crime rate last year.

Flipped classrooms offer new style local Christina Koral Staff Writer

Kindergarten through high school education is beginning to resemble college-style learning through the “flipped classroom” teaching method.

The flipped classroom approach overturns traditional teaching methods and presents the in-class lecture in the form of an online video or Power Point presentation, using classroom time for assignments that would otherwise be homework.

Jonathan Bergmann and Aaron Sams are credited with coining the term for the new style of teaching in 2007 at Woodland Park High School in Colorado. According to knewton. com, the flipped classroom method of teaching has a number of benefits for

students, including instant feedback and less frustration for students when working on homework. Teachers are able to provide more support to students in class and focus on concepts students have trouble understanding.

San Diego State School of Teacher Education Director Scot Danforth said it’s too early to tell if this blended style teaching will become the future of education.

“Most of the reforms that teachers find useful, that parents and families feel comfortable with, that school districts can afford and that researchers ultimately support often never gain widespread use,” Danforth said. “It is very difficult to know which new, big idea will gain traction and broad utilization.”

Last year, “Flip Your Classroom”

by Bergmann and Sams was introduced at the San Diego Convention

Center during the International Society for Technology in Education.

Methods are being introduced in San Diego classrooms.

The San Diego County Office of Education now offers an eight-week course in blended teaching and last year, state legislators approved new funding for schools offering the flipped classroom method.

One criticism of the blended teaching method is access to technology, which can often be expensive and isn’t always readily available for all students.

“I think the biggest hurdle is not the technology,” Bergmann told U-T San Diego. “It’s the flipping of the minds of the teachers.”

Danforth agreed that technology in the classroom will remain a prominent factor in the practices of teachers and the activities of learners.

Crime Beat Student found unconscious San Diego State police responded to calls at approximately 10 p.m. on Monday about a female SDSU student lying on the ground outside of the Aztec Recreation Center. The subject was found on the M lot side of the building, still wearing her backpack. The reporting person was unable to confirm if the student was breathing or conscious, but didn’t report visible wounds or blood. The subject was transported to Scripps Mercy Hospital by paramedics.

Woman felt threatened A report of suspicious activity was filed with SDSUPD at approximately 11 p.m. Monday evening. The reporting person was crossing College Square on College Avenue when two suspects—a white male adult in a blue beanie and a hispanic adult male—walked past her. As they did, she reported one of them saying, “What about her?” No further action was taken, as police were unable to locate the suspects.

People break handicap sign SDSUPD officers responded to reports of vandalism just after 7 p.m. Monday evening. Three subjects were seen breaking the handicap sign in H lot on East Campus Drive. The reporting person described the suspects as one blonde female and two males, one of whom lived in the reporting person’s building. The police were unable to locate the suspects.

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Game 3: SDSU 4, State University of New York at Buffalo 2 Through five innings, the game was frustrating for the Aztecs. SDSU left two runners in scoring position with one out in the fourth and the bases loaded in the fifth with no outs. The game remained scoreless until Jackson broke the silence, hitting a solo home run to give the Aztecs a lead in the top of the sixth inning. SDSU wouldn’t look back as it added three runs in the seventh to drop the Bulls for good. Arbino picked up the win, relieving O’Toole in the fifth inning.

Game 4: SDSU 9, Seton Hall University 0 The game belonged to Jackson, who hit two home runs to continue her hot streak at the plate in the tournament and tied a school record. Junior designated pitcher Lorena Bauer, Downey and Jordan also had two hits each to contribute to 11 Aztec hits. The Pirates couldn’t get much going, only

collecting six hits and committing two errors. O’Toole, who is 8-5 overall, picked up the win and also struck out six batters.

Game 5: SDSU 3, Texas Tech University 0 SDSU topped off the tournament with one of its biggest wins of the season defeating Texas Tech University.

The Red Raiders were on a 10-game winning streak prior to the game. The game remained scoreless through five innings. Senior first baseman Kamerin May broke the tie in the sixth inning hitting an RBI single to score Jordan, who reached base after being hit by a pitch. Bauer responded strongly by hitting her team-leading eighth home run of the season to put the dagger in the Red Raiders. Arbino, who is 10-7 overall, picked up the win as she had a no-hitter through seven innings. Arbino faced a very strong Texas Tech ball club that had a combined .354 batting average on the season.

SDSU takes two games from FSU

baseball Alex Riggins Staff Writer

The San Diego State baseball team went 2-2 last week while traveling to the University of California, Irvine and Fresno State.

With the two wins and two losses, the Aztecs stayed two games below .500 at 9-11 on the season, but they are 2-1 in conference.

The Aztecs dropped the lone game they played in Irvine, a 4-2 loss to the No. 25 Anteaters last Tuesday night.

SDSU then headed north to open the conference season in Fresno against the Bulldogs. After dropping the first game 1-0 on Friday night, the Aztecs won 11-6 on Saturday and 4-2 on Sunday.

Game of the week Saturday’s 11-6 win against Fresno State was the game of the week for a variety of reasons. It was the Aztecs’ second-best offensive output of the season.

The win broke a six-game losing streak. The Aztecs were also able

to jump ahead with four runs in the first inning and led the game from start to finish.

Freshman third baseman Ty France got the big hit early for SDSU, a three-run home run that gave the visitors a 4-0 lead in the top of the first inning. The home run was the second of the season for France, who finished the game with four RBIs. Senior designated hitter Jake Romanski had five hits, three runs scored and three RBIs and junior second baseman Tim Zier had three hits and three runs scored.

Player of the week Romanski had an excellent week offensively for the Aztecs. He was 2 for 4 with a run scored on Tuesday against UC Irvine, and was 2 for 4 again on Friday in the loss to Fresno State.

Romanski had his best performance in the win on Saturday, when he was 5 for 6 from the plate with three runs scored and three RBIs. In the series finale on Sunday, Romanski didn’t get a hit, but still managed to be pro-

ductive offensively. He was hit by a pitch in the ninth inning and scored later on a wild pitch, adding an insurance run for Aztecs’ freshman closer Bubba Derby.

Romanski has quietly put together the most impressive season of any Aztec at the plate this year.

He is batting .382 with a terrific .455 on-base percentage, both of which are the best of any Aztec.

He also leads the team with 26 hits, 30 total bases and a .441 slugging percentage. He’s second on the team with 10 runs scored, second with four doubles and tied for second with seven walks.

Pitcher of the week For the second straight start, sophomore ace Michael Cederoth took a loss despite pitching well.

Cederoth gave up just one run in seven innings, allowing eight hits and two walks while striking out six. But the Aztec offense sputtered as the Bulldogs’ junior pitcher Tyler Linehan tossed a complete game shutout, giving up eight hits and two walks while striking out seven.

Aztecs headed to NIT, will face UCSB first women’s basketball Adriana Bush Assistant Sports Editor

The San Diego State women’s basketball team had a hard loss against Fresno State last Saturday at the 2013 Reese’s Mountain West Women’s Basketball Championship game. But now, the Aztecs have moved on and are preparing to battle the University of California, Santa Barbra in the first round of the Women’s National Invitational Tournament

Redshirt junior outfielder Patrice Jackson went 3 for3 with a grand slam and five RBIs against the Bryant Bulldogs.

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tonight at Viejas Arena.

It’s SDSU’s fourth postseason appearance in five years. However, the Aztecs haven’t participated in the WNIT since the 198990 season, when SDSU defeated Radford University and Murray State University in the first two rounds, but lost 67-64 to the University of Oregon in the championship finals.

There will be 64 Division I teams competing in this years WNIT, 36 of which have records of 20 or more wins.

SDSU has an overall record of 26-6 and captured the outright MW regular-season title. Its 17 consecutive wins also combined for school’s second-longest unbeaten streak and tied the program’s record for wins in a single season.

While in the Big West Conference, the Gauchos have been having a difficult season. UCSB had a 16-16 overall record and an 117 conference record.

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SDSU goes 3-0 in Invitational water polo Courtney Muller Staff Writer

The No. 7 San Diego State women’s water polo team went undefeated this past weekend as the host for the annual Aztec Invitational. SDSU opened up its weekend of play by defeating the University of California, Davis 9-7 last Friday in a Big West Conference game.

It was a close win for The Aztecs, as they were tied with the Aggies at seven, until sophomore utility Taelor Moreno scored back-to-back goals to propel the Aztecs to a victory. By defeating UC Davis, SDSU improved its Big West Conference record to 2-1.

With the sun shining down on the Aztec Aquaplex, SDSU opened its tournament play facing off against Bucknell University last Saturday morning. Ten different Aztecs scored in the win against the Bison, giving SDSU an 11-3 win.

Highlighting the defensive side of play for the Aztecs, freshman goalie Rachel Mitchell and sophomore goalie Morgan Klingfus split time in the cage, both recording seven saves each.

The No. 11 Indiana University

Hoosiers gave SDSU a run for its money Saturday afternoon. The Aztecs went up on the Hoosiers 3-0 in the first quarter of play, but Indiana came roaring back, scoring five unanswered goals in the second quarter. It would be a game of tit and tat until sophomore driver Anique Hermann took the game into her hands. Hermann scored four goals for SDSU in the second half of play, ultimately leading the Aztecs to a close 12-11 decision.

On the final day of the Aztec Invitational, SDSU took on No. 12 Princeton University in front of a mixed crowd of fans. The Aztecs controlled the tempo of the game from the start by playing an effective zone defense against the Tigers.

Offensively, SDSU scored from all angles of the pool, proving the team’s diverse range of plays inside two meters and on the perimeter.

Moreno shined for the red and black as she recorded a hat trick in the 10-7 win against the Tigers.

The Aztecs have this week to prepare for a home game against Big West Conference foe Long Beach State. The 49ers will take on SDSU at 4 p.m. this Friday at the Aztec Aquaplex.

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Volume 99, issue 90 | wednesday , march 20, 2013

Flying Samaritans aid Mexico’s less fortunate

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travel & adventure Arturo Garcia Staff Writer

When San Diego State students from out of town hear the word “Tijuana,” or “TJ,” they might envision violence, illicit nightlife or at least a pair of authentic Mexican tacos with bright green guacamole and cilantro that can be smelled from miles away.

However, this isn’t what Tijuana means to Flying Samaritans, a national organization that travels monthly to one of Tijuana’s poorest communities to bring free medical care.

The Flying Samaritans bring doctors, donated equipment and pharmaceuticals that are partly funded by grants for those with limited access to healthcare.

Members travel about 15 minutes across the border to the Tijuana suburb Ejido Matamoros.

Once there, they set up a clinic in a donated trailer behind a local church.

Kinesiology and Spanish senior and SDSU Flying Samaritans President Ruth Aguilar said the organization has about 80 members, but can only take 30 people across the border each month. Aguilar created a list of requirements for members who want to attend the clinics—a competition for the fittest volunteers.

First, volunteers go to orientation, where they learn about clinic procedures. After orientation, they participate in a fundraiser.

For its last fundraiser, the Flying Samaritans sold Krispy

Kreme doughnuts on campus and collected $400. Last semester, members hosted a fundraiser at Bar West in downtown, where they auctioned donated items, car washes, surfing lessons and gift cards to collect a total of $600.

After the members complete the first two prerequisites, they need to pay a membership fee, purchase customized scrubs from the Flying Samaritans and attend an event from another organization.

Instead of flying, members carpool to “La Parroquia San Benito Abad,” a local parish.

Aguilar said members see about 45 patients per trip. However, they saw about 70 during their most recent trip because of an orphanage of 40 children who traveled to see the Flying Samaritans.

Biology senior and SDSU Flying Samaritans External Vice President Gabriel Vahi Ferguson arranged for a bus to pick up the children from the orphanage, which is 40 minutes into Tijuana.

Aguilar said the orphanage isn’t funded by the government, but it’s run by a single nun, and started small.

“She first took two kids that were on the street,” Aguilar said.

“Then, people started throwing kids at her door.”

All 40 children live in a house with one shower. Without other facilities, they use the patio as a bathroom.

“I remember the first time I saw one of the kids going to the bathroom right there,” Ferguson said. “It’s just what they’re used to. I think it would be great if we can change that.”

Ferguson found a local man who works at the orphanage every day, helping with construction and whatever the nun may need assistance with.

“The bathroom is getting remodeled, and it is almost as good as the ones here,” Ferguson said.

Many of the children had dust allergies, colds and lice.

“Almost all of them had a runny nose,” Aguilar said.

None of the children had been vaccinated.

“We only gave the flu vaccine to

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some because you can’t give it to them if they are sick—and most of them were sick,” Aguilar said.

The Flying Samaritans found that one of the girls had scabies, along with her little brother whom she shares a bed with. Another child was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Ferguson said they have found many people with diabetes who haven’t gone to the doctor.

“Certain people just grow accustomed to being diabetic,” Ferguson said. “In the U.S., people have physicals every year and as soon as there is a sign, they receive medication. At Matamoros people tend to live with it and change their diet.”

Aguilar said the trailer that houses the clinic was built by a man who was curious about the organization’s services.

“One day he decided to go, and we discovered he had diabetes,” Aguilar said. “It is so dangerous not to go to the doctor when you have diabetes. So many things can happen if you don’t do anything about it. We gave him medication, and now he’s been feeling better.”

Patients from the clinic undergo

an organized process designed by Flying Samaritans.

The clinic is divided into sections. The first station is used to create files for new patients. The next, called the triage station, is used to take vital signs of patients to determine whether they need further care.

Volunteers check blood glucose and cholesterol levels, and give pregnancy tests. Students also shadow doctors and sometimes have the opportunity to give flu shots or remove fluid from a patient’s inflamed knees.

Ferguson said the members set up IVs for patients with urgent circumstances and give insulin shots to diabetics.

“This gets us even closer to being a hospital,” Ferguson said.

Many people at Ejido Matamoros have shown their gratitude for the students. Aguilar said a woman diagnosed with breast cancer returns each month to the clinic to bring them food.

“Last clinic, she brought us so many burritos,” Aguilar said. “Two clinics before that, she brought a full bucket of cut

fruit.”

Visitors range from Ejido Matamoros community members to San Diego residents who don’t have insurance in the U.S., Aguilar said.

The people from Ejido Matamoros live in poor conditions.

Aguilar said she takes donations such as food and clothing every month.

“If there is a table full of donations and they disappear within five seconds, then I assume that people are in big need of our service and donations,” Aguilar said.

The students’ volunteer time also helps their careers. They get firsthand experience in real-life situations by helping those who need health services. Yet, Aguilar said the real reason she helps in Tijuana isn’t to build her resume, but to serve those in need.

“I’m honestly doing this so that when I go to physician’s assistant school, I can come back there and volunteer,” Aguilar said. “To me, this is a huge thing–knowing why you are helping out people, not just because you have to.”

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Secret Cookie Service delivers joy to clients

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spotlight Kelly Hillock Contributor

My iced coffee is down to its melted dregs as I look up at each person entering Starbucks–but, each time, it’s never who I’m expecting. I’m growing anxious.

It’s 9:30 when my phone lights up, displaying a text that simply says, “Just parked.” I exhale. Finally. The front door swings open and in walks a man wearing a suit and a pair of sunglasses. He opens his briefcase, revealing a bulging brown paper bag.

My eyes light up at the sight of such a package.

“These are for you,” he says. I sigh happily, feeling the weight of the bag in my hands. My addiction to The Secret Cookie Service’s cookies is spiraling out of control. But, somehow, it feels so right.

“I’ve never done this before, but would you like to make a couple of deliveries with me?” asks the man, sunglasses still covering his face.

With a chocolate chip cookie in one hand and my notebook in the other, the only correct response was “yes.” I’d always wanted to be a secret agent. In fact, I’m sure everyone did growing up. Sometimes, you need to follow the melted-chocolate wave of opportunity when it hits you. With that, I followed this mysterious man out the door.

I was on a mission to reveal some of the secrets of The SCS. For this operation, I went undercover as an honorary secret agent. The following is top secret, formerly undisclosed information.

The SCS has been feeding latenight cookie cravings here at San Diego State since September 2012.

These freshly baked cookies will fuel any baked-goods addiction or act as an energy boost on a late-night cramming session.

Identifying himself as Agent Snickerdoodle, former University of California, San Diego student and founder of The SCS takes off his sunglasses to safely navigate his way through the streets. The scent of warm vanilla fills the entire car, making it difficult to focus on our conversation.

Snacking on snickerdoodles seemed appropriate as Agent Snickerdoodle

divulged his daily routine as a secret agent. He spends his daylight hours baking cookies en masse, alongside his legion of secret agents. The soft, cinnamon cookie I was devouring had been made hours earlier by the secret agent himself. Like every true professional, Agent Snickerdoodle functions on minimal sleep and a strict daily diet of a peanut butter cookie and a glass of 2 percent. He prepares for his duties by lifting heavy bags of flour and dueling with the Cookie Monster. The remainder of his duties are top secret, even to an undercover agent like me.

He drives swiftly under the cover of velvety darkness. At any moment, we could discover ancient dessert recipes or be called to fight off the evils of cauliflower. However, our current mission is dictated by receiving text messages. Agent Snickerdoodle arrives at the designated drop point and lowers his sunglasses, once again unmasking his true identity. With a black tie and a briefcase, Agent Snickerdoodle makes a very suave cookie deliverer. The cool demeanor of a secret agent shouldn’t fool anyone, though. Agent Snickerdoodle takes the time to ask customers how their study sessions are going, or inquire about their feelings on the season finale of “The Bachelor.” His warmth to others is like melted chocolate chips straight out of the oven. Perhaps this is why some ladies are more interested in the man behind the sunglasses than the cookies he delivers. Agent Snickerdoodle says ladies swooning over his baked goods are some of his most colorful customers.

After observing the first few deliveries from the passenger’s seat, I finally lowered my sunglasses and stepped out of the car. There was a definite tingle of excitement as I handed Agent Snickerdoodle his briefcase and stood next to him, hoping my expression appeared nonchalant—although I think I was more worried about the fact that I could barely see. I have full appreciation for the limited visibility a secret agent has while on duty.

Our next delivery was to an unsuspecting woman celebrating her birthday. The SCS offers gift orders if one is inclined to surprise friends with a dozen cookies (which is obviously the best birthday present one could receive). After wishing her a final “happy birthday,” we retreated wordlessly into the night, leaving only the scent of cinnamon behind us.

Driving on El Cajon Boulevard, Agent Snickerdoodle revealed his passion for giving back to the community. Operation: Cookies for

Communities allows The SCS to donate cookies to any philanthropy event on campus. From baker and secret agent to philanthropist, this tall, dark and mysterious man continued to surprise me.

When pressed about his favorite cookie, Agent Snickerdoodle laughed and replied, “They are all like my children.” However, his current favorite is the white chocolate and orange zest, along with the popular cookies-and-cream cookie. I must say, while these two types of cookies are quite delectable, I’m a traditionalist.

Their shared ingredient, however, is secrecy.

Agent Snickerdoodle’s current mission is to bring his cookies to Peabody’s Organic Coffee on campus, which would make for a less exciting, but still satisfying snack. Considering my craving for cookies is constant, I fully support this mission. In the meantime, though, Aztecs looking to satiate their sweet teeth will have to wait until after dusk. Trust me, it’s worth the wait.

It was nearing midnight when Agent Snickerdoodle pulled into the parking lot of my building. With a pair of SCS sunglasses on top of my head and a brown paper bag of cookies in my lap, I was content. My

mission to reveal the secrets of The SCS was thrilling. I have discovered that the road to becoming a secret agent requires strength, determination and vanilla extract… and, of course, a little bit of mystery.

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Volume 99, issue 90 | WEDNESDAY, March 20, 2013

Second season of ‘Girls’ shares the spotlight

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The second season of HBO’s hit series “Girls” saw more characters than just Hannah (Lena Dunham, second from right) take center stage. Marnie (Allison Williams, left) also played a major role in the events of the season. Shoshanna (Zosia Mamet, far right) and Jessa (Jemima Kirke, second from left) also saw their fair share of 20-something drama.

Ryo Miyauchi Staff Writer

A lot occurred during the second season of Lena Dunham’s awardwinning HBO series, “Girls.” As 20somethings continued to try to find a footing in their adulthood, they ended up making matters more complicated.

Friendships rocked heavily by uncertainty, new relationships came and went and as the source of the show’s notoriety, there were many more heated moments in the bedroom. The audience had a lot to digest as things got messy, but overall, it was another great season for “Girls.”

Critics who wrote off “Girls” as a narcissistic work centered on Dunham may have to change their minds. Hannah, who Dunham portrays, was not the only character who shone throughout the series this time around. The second season had multiple storylines involving its main characters. Some aspects stuck out more than others, but the series developed its characters to a greater extent than the previous season.

Of all the characters, Hannah’s best friend Marnie, played by Allison Williams, had the most going on. The second season began with Marnie losing everything, from her job to her love life. As she threw herself into a sexual mess with Hannah’s roommate and gay ex-boyfriend Elijah (Andrew Rannells) in the first few episodes, Marnie almost lost her best friend, as well.

How Marnie navigated through her rough transition made for a compelling story. Rocky drama and prominent presence made Marnie worthy as the deuteragonist. Marnie gradually found comfort and slowly grew content in a difficult situation, making her someone to root for. The season ended on a positive note for Marnie as she eventually found a happy ending.

A lot was revealed about Charlie’s (Christopher Abbott) bitter friend Ray (Alex Karpovsky), too. He was more of a witty sub-character last season, but ended up playing a strong role in the series as he started a new relationship. As a 33-year-old in a series

about 20-somethings, Ray seemed the most in-touch with the creulty of reality. His pessimism toughened him as a character but became a problem with his girlfriend Shoshanna (Zosia Mamet), a naive and bubbly 21year-old. “It’s hard to tell someone so young that things don’t always end up the way you thought they would,” Ray explained in the episode “Boys.”

Ray’s harsh attitude costs him his girlfriend, but he offered an eye-opening perspective of reality.

A missed opportunity came from newlywed Jessa (Jemima Kirke).

While she had some marriage issues and an episode dedicated to introducing her torn family, Jessa’s story did not quite unfold as strong as it could have. She ended up leaving halfway through the season to figure out her place in life, but it was unfortunate not to be able to learn or connect with Jessa better before she left. Jessa briefly revealed a more composed side to her wild personality in a fight with her ex-husband Thomas-John (Chris O’Dowd). Hopefully, more of Jessa is revealed later in the series.

As characters developed, they fell into new romantic relationships.

Although new lovers did not stick around long, they complicated the series by making the possibilities of main characters reuniting very slim.

Old flames were continuously tempted to get back together, yet everyone felt comfortable in their new affairs, offering no clear guess as to what would happen in the end. The new relationships could have lasted a bit longer for the sake of entertainment, but the messy romances throughout the season made the finale much more emotionally satisfying.

The main thing the characters tried to figure out in their adulthood was what they wanted romantically—and it varied with each character. While Jessa’s search did not lead to much and Marnie realized she wanted what she always had, the other two girls went through great change.

The biggest epiphany in the season came from Hannah in the episode “One Man’s Trash.” What started as a lovely affair with a wealthy doctor ended with Hannah revealing all

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kinds of feelings. Among the overwhelming mess, Hannah expressed her need for companionship and a sense of security. Ironically, Hannah found neither of those things in an emotionally stable man with a perfectly designed home. She left the house a changed woman even without finding what she wanted, making for one of the memorable moments of the season.

The second season of “Girls” eventually comes full circle. Some characters had better luck than others. The finale felt a bit too much like a neat ending, but it was satisfying to see some smiles after such an emotionally disastrous run for the characters.

Just like before, “Girls” concluded its second season excellently by leaving more questions than answers. How will the reunited couples turn out?

Will the ones who split get back together? Will Hannah finish her book?

“Girls” premiered its second season with the tagline “Almost kind of getting it together.” It ended with, “Still in progress.”

hollywood happenings Tori Haynes Staff Writer

Brooke Schlyer Staff Writer

Celebrity of the week: The Daily Aztec readers might be surprised that the two of us are naming Chris Brown as the celebrity of the week because of his rocky and turbulent past, but the singer used his fame and artistic skills for good this weekend. On Friday, Brown collaborated with graffiti artist Richard “Slick” Wyragatscht to paint original pieces that will be auctioned off for charity. “Painting today with ‘Slick.

An amazing artist. Gonna be a big collaboration for charity. Do what u love!” Brown tweeted. Proceeds from the artwork will go to the Elton John AIDS Foundation and Best Buddies International.

Romance: Several media sources report professional golfer Tiger Woods and Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn are officially a couple. The two had been friends for some time and decided to take it to the next level by dating a few months ago. Woods posted photos of himself with the blonde beauty on his Facebook page and both athletes commented publicly on their relationship

saying they are in fact dating but want the public to respect their privacy.

While it’s just the beginning for Woods and Vonn, it seems as if it’s the end of radio personality and TV host Ryan Seacrest’s relationship with actress Julianne Hough. According to E! Entertainment Television, which Seacrest works for, the couple of more than two years decided to split up because of their busy schedules keeping them apart. E! continued to report that they will remain friends.

Sightings: Jessica Alba made an appearance at a book-signing event at Vroman’s Bookstore in Pasadena last weekend.

“The Honest Life” is the 31-year-old actress’ new book, which helps people find reliable information about safe, stylish and affordable products.

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, one of the most successful sister duos in Hollywood, were spotted at the Council of Fashion Designers of America Awards nominations in New York City. The actual event will be held on June 3.

Trivia: 1. This actor was once the manager of a pasta shop in Toronto. He costarred in a romantic film opposite Sandra Bullock. He learned more than 20 martial arts moves for “The

Matrix” trilogy.

A. Dwayne Johnson

B. Bradley Cooper

C. George Clooney

D. Keanu Reeves 2. This actress is known for her lowpitched, husky voice. Despite the many colors she’s sported, her natural hair color is blonde. She is currently dating “The Amazing Spider-Man” actor Andrew Garfield.

A. Lindsay Lohan

B. Emma Watson

C. Emma Stone

D. Kylie Jenner 3. The celebrity has two brothers who are also successful actors. He got married in 2010 and has one child.

He entered the Australian version of “Dancing with the Stars” in 2006, and his first Hollywood appearance was in “Star Trek” in 2009.

A. Chris Hemsworth

B. Matthew Lawrence

C. Chris Evans

D. Mark Wahlberg 4. This actress and country singer grew up in Checotah, Okla. and has no formal training in voice or singing.

She also has four top-selling albums, but initially found fame on “American Idol.”

A. Faith Hill

Chris Brown received recognition for his philanthropic efforts last week. Brown has also been convicted for assaulting women.

B. Carrie Underwood C. Miranda Lambert D. Taylor Swift

5. This person writes, produces and stars in a show on the E! Entertainment Television. He was cast in a Burger King commercial as an office jerk in his early acting days. He ap-

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pears younger than his actual age of 41 years old.

A. Joel McHale

B. Ryan Seacrest

C. Carson Daly

D. Nick Cannon

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JT brings soulful back on ‘20/20’

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Justin Timberlake is doing all the right things to promote his comeback. He’s starred in a hilarious episode of “Saturday Night Live,” which earned the highest ratings the show has received, performed five nights in a row during “Timberweek” on “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon,” allowed online streaming of his new album, booked a summer tour with Jay-Z and promoted it through just about every means of mass communication. There is much hype being built around his first album in six years, “The 20/20 Experience,” but to surpass the success of “FutureSex/LoveSounds” is quite a task.

After listening to the album numerous times, it won’t strike you as fast as “FutureSex/LoveSounds” does, but it grows on you. When “LoveSounds” came out, Timberlake was professing his sexuality and his single status through the tracks.

From “SexyBack” to “Until the End of Time,” every song oozed lust and sex appeal. “The 20/20 Experience” is a new phase in Timberlake’s life, for he has already established himself as one of the greatest performers currently in the media’s spotlight.

He took his time away from music to dabble in business investments, acting, marriage and even straighten his hair. Now, Timberlake’s making his musical comeback with his reunion with Timbaland to produce “The 20/20 Experience.”

The Tennessee Kids, an energetic big band performing behind Timberlake, definitely transitions him from being seen as a sex symbol on his previous album to a more mature artist now. “That Girl” and “Pusher Love Girl” exemplify the flow of Marvin Gaye and a pitch like Prince in the

READ MORE STORIES ONLINE! While Justin Timberlake’s latest album isn’t as fast as “Futuresex/ Lovesounds,” the cd is wonderfully soulful and still pretty sexy.

songs’ smooth, romantic rhythms.

“Spaceship Coupe” and “Tunnel Vision” make you forget about the Tennessee Kids because the songs really highlight Timbaland’s history of ‘90s rhythm and blues; the deep, dragging bass line and unique percussions, which sound a lot like some of Aaliyah’s old classics. And for the people who miss sexual Timberlake, check out “Dress On” to make you forget he got married, or “Body Count” to travel back to

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2003, when the beats sounded like a lovechild between Britney Spears’ “Me Against The Music” and Timberlake’s “Senorita.”

What the album could have used is a new producer. After a six-year hiatus from the music industry, many expected Timberlake to reinvent himself and update his sound—although a few of the tracks seem like leftover songs that didn’t make the cut in “LoveSounds.” If he wanted to commit to the reinvention with

The Tennessee Kids, he should have moved on from Timbaland to allow himself more room to grow. But if it ain’t broke, why fix it?

Timberlake and Timbaland may not have been able to outdo their last piece of perfection, but they’re making a splash with the most highly anticipated album of the year. “The 20/20 Experience” is a soulful album with a more romantic flow that will keep people dancing throughout the summer.

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Steak and potatoes at 2 a.m. fiction Mason Schoen Staff Writer

I was lying low in a Red Roof Inn on the edge of some Midwest town, keeping the shades pulled down and watching a show with men and horses on a television that didn’t hold in the color right. Like so many men my age, I wanted to find myself, which really only meant I needed to accept and be responsible for my own vulnerability, rather than share it with a woman whose wounds I found alluring.

The couple I shared a wall with were in pretty bad love. I could hear them blame one another then fall silent, as though voicing their apologies was enough to threaten the authenticity of forgiveness. It was enough to make your own loneliness seem worth it. It was enough to make a person hungry. I was so ravenous, I wanted a couple steak dinners.

I don’t remember how the movie on TV ended. I fell asleep to the sounds of gunfire pinging against rock and bone. The main character—a familiar actor—got shot in the gut and was riding back into town, bracing the wound with one hand. With the other he tried to steer his horse but was having trouble staying in the saddle.

I wanted to root for him, but it’s hard to cheer for a hero who hasn’t fully championed his promises.

At some point in the middle of the night, I heard my neighbors’ door slam. It shook the plated glass window adjacent to my bed, waking me up from dreams of a great, hungry monster descending on us.

A moment later someone knocked on my door.

When I answered it, my neighbor was leaning against the railing and said, “Let’s grab something to eat.”

I decided I wasn’t tired enough to go back to sleep. I knew if I turned him down, I’d probably have to hear another fight. “The restaurant’s probably closed,” I said.

“You and me, we’re the only

people here. It’s 2 a.m. Everyone’s hungry at this hour. They’ll make an exception.”

I closed the door behind me.

Outside, the cold snapped against the pavement. “Where’s your wife? Isn’t she hungry, too?”

“Wife? I’m not married.”

“Well, whoever you were sharing the room with.” We walked downstairs.

He turned to me and said, “Sharing? I’m alone in there.”

I told him I heard him shouting with some woman in his room, but he denied it.

Sure enough, the door to the restaurant was locked. “What now?”

I asked.

“Get outta the way,” he said, and ran his shoulder into the door, causing the deadbolt to rip through the cheap doorframe. Inside, stale grease and coal-smoke lingered in the carpet.

He followed me into the kitchen.

The lights switched on automatically.

“Do you know how to start the grill?”

I pulled a few knobs until one of the stove top’s lighters snapped, and the familiar blue flame corona circled to life. I found a skillet.

“What’ll you have?” he called to me from the fridge further back.

“I want a steak. Actually, I want two steaks.”

“Alright,” he said, “Four altogether. Where do you think they keep the salt and pepper?”

“Check the cabinets.”

“What goes with steak? Potatoes?

They oughtta have potatoes, right?”

“Yeah. And green beans.”

“Sure and pie. À la mode.”

He found dried potato powder, I threw in the measured amount of water and stirred.

He found the green beans. I thawed them in the microwave.

He found some pies and three flavors of ice cream. We set them on the counter.

When we’d finished cooking, we sat in a booth and ate nearly everything,

even the pies, then piled the dishes.

“Thanks for cooking,” he said as he sorted through his teeth with a toothpick.

I nodded and told him to think nothing of it. “Should we leave them some cash?” I asked.

He looked up at me. “I’ll tell them to add it to my bill tomorrow.

Let’s go back,” he said, and lifted himself from the booth. I followed him.

We reached the front door, but we’d become so fat we couldn’t fit through the opening. He tried anyway, and got a bunch of splinters lodged in his stomach. I helped pick them out.

“What’ll we do now?” I asked him. It’s the same question I’ve asked my entire life, and he gave it real thought, the way a question like that ought to be considered.

After a while he said, “I don’t know. Maybe … throw up?”

“What a waste.”

“What choice do we have?”

I nodded, but that was difficult with my extra chins.

First the ice cream and pie came up and splattered heavily against the cheap carpets. Then the steak and potatoes, and the green beans.

Everything looked so shameful the second time around.

But we couldn’t stop, even after all our stomach bile came up.

That’s when I saw his own feet fall out of his mouth.

Then his shins and knees passed—next, his groin. He couldn’t stand up anymore without his legs, and pretty soon all his organs were kicked up too, then his hands and arms.

Eventually he was nothing more than a bunch of disconnected human parts.

And now, I’m unravelling, too— I feel it deep inside of me.

But this is what I wanted. Here I am, halfway to disappearing.

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Today’s Birthday (3/20/13) - The Spring Equinox today symbolizes new beginnings.

Launch your great endeavor especially around May 25; an eclipse shines attention on your work. Communication is key until summer, when home and family take your focus.

Monitor finances, especially debt, insurance and savings. Release personal limitations. You can have it all.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21 - April 19) - Today is an 8 - Go for perfection, with the help of friends or family. You’re inspired and are inspiring.

Private conversations help. Research provides illumination. Get the facts to the right person.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20) - Today is an 9 - Focus on completing old projects over the next few weeks. Invest in your own success and in new alliances. Narrowing down to what you love makes it easy to stick to a budget. Make money.

Gemini (May 21 - June 21) - Today is an 8 - Consider an option that seems beyond your reach. Work for money without worrying about it. Balance work with social time.

Everyone wants your attention; schedule for ease. Your efforts go farther, and playtime’s extra nice.

Cancer (June 22 - July 22) - Today is an 8 - Trust yourself and your intuition, and get the work done. The timing couldn’t be better. Make wise use of your turbo boost, then recharge before revving back up. Get this party started.

Leo (July 23 - Aug. 22) - Today is an 8 - Get deeply into a research project. Indulge your curiosity, and make a discovery. Put off procrastination. Discuss all ideas and work out the practical details in a plan for action.

Virgo (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) - Today is a 7 - You can make do with what you

have. Cleaning your space leads to new discoveries (or rediscoveries), and to major improvements. Your team’s coming to the rescue. Avoid gossip at work. Music is a wise investment now.

Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) - Today is a 9 - Express your affection, and listen for other’s love. Hold yourself to high standards, but be flexible. Some things aren’t as imagined.

Be careful around sharp objects. A blissful moment is possible.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) - Today is a 7 - Make great plans for the future and get moving. There’s plenty of work for the next month, and the pace could get intense. Play the ace you’ve been holding. Delegate when you can. Use your team.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) - Today is an 8 - Seek inspiration this month. Delve into the mystery. Talk it over, and secrets get revealed. Launch a new venture. Negotiations could hit rough waters with unstable conditions. Listen more than you talk, and follow through.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19) - Today is a 7 - This month is about family. Set financial priorities to support this. An expert can help.

Something you try doesn’t work, so devise a backup plan. This might take several tries. Set it up for success.

Aquarius (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) - Today is an 8 - You’re especially focused and keen this month, and your studies, research and writing thrive. Keep your eyes on the prize. Listen carefully. Secrets are revealed. Unexpected costs are likely now. The old way can still work.

Pisces (Feb. 19 - March 20) - Today is an 8 - The solution isn’t far. Get the word out about what you see. Be cautious making commitments. You could make a lot of money during the next month. This prompts you to take action. Compromise works. ©2013, TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES INC.

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