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VOLUME 99, ISSUE 113

LGBTSU embraces queer identity

campus Tara Millspaugh News Editor

The San Diego State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Student Union is changing its name to Queer Student Union beginning next semester.

SDSU LGBTSU President Michael Manacop said the group could just keep adding letters to the name, but instead, it has decided to revamp it to include everyone, using the umbrella term “queer.”

“There are so many identities in the community that we would always leave a particular one out,” Manacop said. “So, the best way for us to solve that would be to have one term encompass all identities in the community.”

Manacop said the organization has noticed a campus change in atmosphere and environment.

Once the new Aztec Student Union completes construction, there will be an LGBT resource center located within the Cross-Cultural Center and Unity House. When the organization found out that it would be getting a permanent spot, Manacop said discussion began on what the name of the organization should be.

The organization was founded in 1975 as the Gay Student Union and the name has evolved since.

“We have seen our community’s name grow from the ‘gay community’ to the ‘gay and lesbian community,’ then the ‘LGBT community’ and so on,” QSU president-elect

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Thomas Negron said. “Most recently our acronym has been often listed as LGBTQQIAA and it’s still growing.”

As the future president of QSU, Negron said he thinks the word “queer” will be all-inclusive and will help shape the overall mission of the organization.

“Our organization primarily exists to provide a sense of community for the sexually disenfranchised students at SDSU,” Negron said.

“We want all members of our com-

munity to feel, not only welcomed, but included and represented.”

Manacop said he understands people may still consider the word “queer” to be taboo or derogatory. “‘Gay’ used to be used as a derogatory term, but now it’s a politically correct term,” Manacop said. “We need to embrace this term (queer) so everyone is comfortable to use it.”

Other California campuses, such as the University of California, Irvine have embraced the term “queer.” The Irvine Queers was

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founded in 1972. It’s comprised of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, ally and questioning students from UCI and the community.

Women’s studies professor and adviser for SDSU lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender studies Esther Rothblum said terms for this community are very generational.

“The name will keep changing.

Twenty years from now, it’ll be something else, but for this generation it’s the term to use,” Rothblum said.

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Malaysian election results battle scrutiny

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The Delta Xi Chapter of Sigma Chi fraternity at San Diego State has been put on interim suspension pending an investigation by Student Life & Leadership. According to the San Diego Sigma Chi Alumni Chapter website, this is because of “actions that include an alleged hazing incident.”

While Assistant Director of SLL for Greek Life Yvonne Hernandez could not give any details about the ongoing investigation or the alleged incident, she outlined what interim suspension meant for a fraternity, and the outcome of past incidences of hazing at SDSU. She also emphasized that an investigation by SLL does not in any way imply guilt.

“The process that we do (when investigating a chapter) is that we will immediately put a chapter on interim suspension, to kind of get them to back down to basics,” Hernandez said. “If there is a hazing incident we also tell them that they shouldn’t have contact with pledges, so that way, if there is any behavior like that, it scales them back.”

In the process of interim suspension, a chapter may only hold chapter meetings. Among other suspended rights and privileges, the chapter loses the right to vote

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Left to right: Thomas Negron Jr., Samuel Forte, Jenny Truong and Naomi Caccam. LGBTSU will change its name to Queer Student Union next semester.

The outside of Sigma Chi fraternity house is on the outskirts of campus. The fraternity has been placed on interim suspension.

on Interfraternity Council or participate in university or Greeksponsored activities.

Hernandez said the last time a fraternity was found guilty of hazing at SDSU was in 2011, when Chi Rho Omicron had its charter removed, which means it no longer exists in any way at SDSU. There may be a separate investigation by SDSU Police Department if the incident is suspected to involve criminal activity, although SDSUPD’s Capt. Lamine Secka said his department hears of several reports of hazing each year, few actually require police involvement.

SLL handles disciplinary investigations involving organizations,

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while Student Rights and Responsibilities handles cases regarding individual students. If SRR and SLL deem the actions of members independent of the organization they are a part of, only SRR’s investigation regarding the independently acting individuals will continue.

The national Sigma Chi chapter may also play a role in the situation if it’s deemed necessary. According to the San Diego Sigma Chi website, a board of Sigma Chi alumni will interview each active member in the chapter. If disciplinary action proves necessary, the national SIGMA CHI continued on page 2

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak. Opposition claims fraudulent activity in the electoral process.

Donna P. Crilly Staff Writer

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak was sworn in for a second term on Monday, after winning the 13th Malaysian general election.

Out of 222 parliamentary seats, Razak’s Barisan Nasional or National Front coalition won 133, two seats fewer than in 2008, according to the Election Commission. Despite BN’s 56-year rule, popularity for the party continues to decline, with 2008 being the first year BN

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didn’t hold a two-thirds majority in Parliament, BBC News Asia reports.

Sunday’s election faced fraudulent claims by defeated opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim, whose coalition, Pakatan Rakyat or People’s Pact, won 89 seats. Ibrahim called the election “the worst electoral fraud in our history.”

According to the election results, BN lost the popular vote, the first time a leader won with a minority of the ballots in four decades.

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chapter may work with SDSU, SRR or SLL to decide appropriate action. Sigma Chi Executive Director Mike Dunn said collaborating with universities is vital for ensuring the outcome of any situation is educational, as is the goal of fraternities and universities.

“We very much support—on all the campuses we’re on—that open collaboration with the school, just so we’re all singing on the same song sheet,” Dunn said.

SDSU Sigma Chi chapter members did not immediately respond to a request to comment on the situation.

position leaders are considering protesting the election, but they haven’t decided which action to take.

Opposition supporters were “bitter” after hoping the election would bring a historic change of government, according to Al Jazeera.

Najib also said the continued trend of ethnic Chinese deserting BN, “had laid bare deep racial divisions in the majority Malay country,” Al Jazeera reported.

However, the Financial Times reported that Razak is

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more popular than his party.

Sensing the public’s dissatisfaction with “crony politics” prior to the election cycle, Razak eased some of the repressive government policies and gained favor with Malays. Najib repealed the Internal Security Act, making it easier for people to protest.

Despite Najib’s popular strategy, he made clear his contempt for the electorate and his belief that people need a “firm guiding hand.”

“Asians like to be democratic, but they don’t really understand democracy,” Najib said, according to the Financial Times.

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World Beat Turkish Airlines’ red-lipstick ban aims to further company’s “visual integrity” Europe’s fourth-largest carrier, Turkish Airlines, has banded its female flight attendants from wearing red lipstick and nail polish—but they may wear pastel tones. Turkish said the purpose of the makeup ban is to improve communication with passengers. But, Reuters and USA Today reported the change might be representative of how Turkey is molding into a more secular country. The Guardian World News reported that Turkey is 99 percent Muslim.

Reuters cited a believer of this so-called Islamisation, the president of the Hava-Is labor union Atilay Aycin.

“No one can deny that Turkey has become a more conservative, religious country,” Aycin told Reuters. The Guardian included a quote from a Turkey Airlines passenger who does not believe Turkey is becoming more secular.

“I’ve never heard of a plane crashing because of women’s lipstick,” passenger Ahmet Yerli, 33, said before boarding the plane.

Chavez’s successor claims former Colombian president plots to kill him Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said he has evidence former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe is involved in a plot to kill him, according to BBC World News. Maduro also reportedly accused Uribe of being partly behind the death of a Venezuelan journalist.

Maduro—who won the disputed

Venezuelan elections last April to succeed the late Hugo Chavez said the right-winged sector of Venezuela was also involved. Uribe said he will take Maduro’s accusations to the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, calling the accusations “immature.” Uribe also wants a libel investigation; he said the accusations have put his life at risk. Uribe said Maduro was a “desperate person who holds power illegitimately … (who wanted to) divert the attention from the corruption and illegality sponsored by the dictatorship he runs.”

Obama tells Mexico that U.S. shares blame in drug-fueled violence President Barack Obama visited Mexico last Friday, where he spoke about drug-related violence and “the impressive progress in today’s Mexico.”

Obama spoke Spanish to his audience, telling them it was a pleasure to be among friends, according to Reuters. Obama said the Mexican drug wars are not entirely to blame on the Mexican people. He said the violence comes from U.S. demand for illegal drugs and the weapons smuggled into Mexico from the U.S. That evening, Obama dined with Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto and 10 other guests at the Miguel Aleman house, according to Mexican blog Animal Politico. According to BBC Mundo, part of Obama’s agenda was to talk to Peña Nieto about the new Mexican regime’s approach on the war on drugs.

—Compiled by Staff Writer Arturo Garcia

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Tuesday, may 7, 2013 | Volume 99, issue 113

Millenial materialism focused on own self-worth

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ost people would probably say younger people are more spoiled and lazy than previous generations. San Diego State psychology professor Jean Twenge and Knox College psychology professor Tim Kesser have gone to great lengths to confirm the idea that young people today are lazier than their predecessors, publishing a study in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin that claims materialism is on the rise, while work ethic is declining.

“Compared to previous generations, recent high school graduates are more likely to want lots of money and nice things, but less likely to say they’re willing to work hard to earn them,” Twenge, author of the books “Generation Me: Why Today’s Young Americans are More Confident, Assertive, Entitled — and More Miserable than Ever Before” and “The Narcissism Epidemic: Living in the Age of Entitlement,” said.

“That type of ‘fantasy gap’ is consistent with other studies showing a generational increase in narcissism and entitlement,” Twenge said.

Twenge arrived at this conclusion after reviewing data collected from 355,000 U.S. high school seniors between 1976 and 2007.

Compared to high school graduates in the ‘70s, modern teens are allegedly more materialistic.

Between 2005 and 2007, 62 percent of those surveyed said it’s important to have a lot of money, compared to 48 percent in 197678, according to Twenge’s study.

Also, 39 percent of students in 2005-07 confessed they didn’t want to work hard. Only 25 percent responded similarly in 1976-78.

Perhaps, the researchers have come to a hasty conclusion. Maybe students are just more honest nowadays, and less prone to lying about their willingness to work hard. I just don’t believe 52 percent of all teens in the ‘70s didn’t care about having a comfortable amount of cash, or that 75 percent wanted to work super hard. But, maybe they did. Maybe our parents’ generations really wanted to work hard and not make a lot of money, while today people expect to be rewarded for their labor.

How does one examine this data and draw the conclusion that millennials are materialistic?

It sounds like we’re just smarter now. Awareness does not equal narcissism, and it’s not irrational to want nice things. If wanting to be compensated for our work and wanting to buy cool stuff after getting paid makes us lazy materialists, then we’re guilty. However, this seems like an unreasonable accusation.

Sure, we might not want to work hard, but that doesn’t necessarily mean we won’t put in hard work when we know a job is worthwhile.

The study also draws a link between materialism and psychological disorders such as depression and anxiety. “This study shows how the social environment shapes adolescents attitudes,” Twenge said. “When family life and economic conditions are unstable,

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youth may turn to material things for comfort. And when our society funds large amounts of advertising, youth are more likely to believe that ‘the good life’ is ‘the goods life.’”

While I appreciate Twenge’s clever wordplay, the link between materialism and misery isn’t a new phenomenon, and it’s important to recognize the difference between correlation and causation. We can all think of miserable rich people, but there are certainly high-profile examples of wealthy people who are perfectly happy, normal and well-adjusted people.

The conclusions this study ar-

rives at are easy to justify because they feed into stereotypes. They reinforce the fear of success that has led many people to never pursue their dreams and remain satisfied with mediocrity. There’s a reason why every generation has a superiority complex when relating to the up-and-coming generation.

It makes them feel better about themselves.

Unfortunately, this biased thinking allows older people to stigmatize young people unfairly.

Remember, the people who were being polled as high schoolers in the late ‘70s raised the current batch of young people. Where

does Twenge think we all learned our values? Maybe the baby boomers learned that working hard without having much to show for it is senseless, and they passed this lesson along to their children.

Instead of finding fault with young people, researchers should attempt to be aware of the underlying causes behind the survey answers. That’s the only way for researchers and psychologists to come to responsible, accurate conclusions.

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Seasons 52 offers healthy cuisine year round

tasty tuesday Stephanie Myers Staff Writer

Is it possible to eat great tasting food that tastes great without all that calorie guilt? Most restaurants these days include bigger portions with thousands of calories.

Well, now this problem is solved.

Seasons 52 is a unique restaurant where every dish, including desserts, is fewer then 475 calories.

Seasons 52’s menu changes based on the four seasons, with a variety that leaves patrons satisfied and sure to return.

I ordered a mojito mixed with green tea raspberry syrup. The syrup added a surprising hint of fruitiness without overwhelming the mojito with sweetness.

My friend and I decided to split the ripe plum tomato flatbread pizza. I was impressed that we didn’t need to blot our pizza to soak up excess oil. The plum tomato flatbread had just the right amount of crisp and the juicy plum tomatoes were bursting with flavor. The basil and mozzarella cheese added a touch of flavor that didn’t overpower the delicate appetizer. It was the perfect dish to share.

Next, we each ordered an entree.

I chose the grilled chicken caprese

sandwich accompanied by a side salad and extra pesto sauce. The mix of hot chicken, fresh mozzarella, crisp lettuce and fresh heirloom tomatoes was like a synchronized choir satisfying my hungry taste buds. My friend ordered the fish tacos drizzled with salsa and chipotle sauce. The presentation was creative and deliberate—the three tacos rested on a stainless steel tray.

The fish tasted fresh and the chipotle sauce added a spicy tang to the overall palate (a little of the dressing went a long way).

Our waitress recommended the tomato and Hass avocado salad— her favorite entrée and the first dish she tried at Seasons 52. She also recommended the cedar plank roasted salmon. The salmon is fresh, so patrons don’t get the “fishy” taste some salmon dishes give.

Finally, my favorite course arrived—dessert. Seasons 52 is the creator of “mini indulgences.” The waitress placed a dessert tray on our dining table with eight different desserts, ranging from chocolate peanut butter mousse to key lime pie. The scrumptious treats are served inside a double-shot glass. Anyone with a sweet tooth will be pleasantly surprised by how much taste is packed in these mini desserts. The restaurant offers eight

mini indulgences at all times. Some are seasonal, such as the pumpkin pie with a dollop of fresh whipped cream, topped off with ginger cookie crisp. My absolute favorite dessert at Seasons 52 is the cheesecake mini indulgence. Depending on the season, this mini indulgence is drizzled with either blueberries, mango pieces or raspberry and fresh coconut shreddings.

Our waitress said her favorite mini indulgence is the peanut butter chocolate mousse mini indulgence.

Another popular choice is the mocha mini indulgence dessert.

Unfortunately, there are three disadvantages of dining at Seasons 52: location, wait time and price.

Currently, Seasons 52 is only located in La Jolla; however, there will be another opening downtown in the fall. This will combat the first disadvantage when dining at Seasons 52.

Our waitress said patrons should call two or three days ahead to make reservations, especially on weekends.

The prices at Seasons 52 range from $10 to $20. Although this may seem like a hefty price for college students, I’d rather pay for great food with low-calorie content.

No matter the season, Seasons 52 is always an exceptional choice.

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Pita Jungle takes patrons’ taste buds for a wild ride tasty tuesday Sheena Jafari Staff Writer

Located in the heart of Hillcrest, Pita Jungle offers an array of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern , vegetarian and vegan food. Open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., this trendy new dining restaurant is sure to bring smiles. The detailed red and yellow decor outside will catch anyone’s eye while driving through the streets of Hillcrest.

The stylish exterior continues inside with an air sophistication and glamour. Chandeliers enclosed in bird cages show off an elegant, yet quirky side of the restaurant. Patrons will be sure to notice an array of abstract colorful paintings scattered across the walls.

Not only does the restaurant management pay attention to detail, but the place also serves palatable food. With different menu options to meet any diner’s needs, Pita Jungle brings in a wide variety of customers.

Its world famous hummus has many people frequenting Pita Jungle. The traditional hummus is a combination of chickpea puree with tahini sauce, with fresh garlic and lemon juice. If customers want to go a nontraditional route, there are also many other hummus flavors to choose from.

From burgers, pizzas, pitas, wraps and salads, Pita Jungle thought of everything. To start off, I ordered a delicious roasted bell pepper hummus appetizer before enjoying a gyro pita. The pita consisted of broiled beef marinated with spices and herbs served and topped with mixed greens, tomatoes and onions. For dessert, I had a big bowl of rice pudding and a mouthwatering turtle cheesecake, which I shared with my roommates.

Everything on the menu at Pita Jungle is reasonably priced for a college student looking to

take a lunch break with friends.

The cheapest dish on the menu is hummus at $5.99 and the most expensive is the wood-fired fresh smoked salmon at $16. These low prices are a steal for the highquality food customers receive.

Vegetarians, don’t worry, Pita Jungle thought of you too. A vegetarian favorite, the grilled marinated portobello mushroom burger with roasted red bell pepper, mixed greens and tomatoes is served with Dijon mustard and garlic potatoes on the side is a vegetarian favorite. This mushroom burger along with the chipotle black bean burger and veggie burger are popular as well.

Pita Jungle aims to provide friendly customer service with attentive servers and hip music, customers leave the eatery feeling satisfied and ready to come back for another meal.

Whether you’re vegetarian, allergic to certain foods or just want to know the nutritional facts, don’t hesitate to ask the servers.

The staff is trained to know the ins and outs of what goes into the food.

Hillcrest locals can attest to the limited amount of parking, but trust me, it’s well worth the wait. Most college students want to go somewhere they can relax and enjoy each other’s company.

Of course, a little glass of wine or a bottle of beer never hurts. Pita Jungle has an exceptional happy hour, which runs daily from 2-6 p.m., along with a reverse happy hour daily from 9 p.m. to close.

Tapas during happy hour are $3 or less.

Pita Jungle is definitely a great stop for a quick, healthy bite with friends. The contemporary yet trendy ambiance is perfect for a day out around town.

Hillcrest is an excellent place to walk around on a hot day. With summer approaching Pita Jungle will be a definite hot spot for the locals. Don’t hesitate to stop by and order some mouthwatering meals.

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Tuesday, may 7, 2013 | Volume 99, issue 113

Preparation can help alleviate stress during finals finals Bridget Chapman Staff Writer

The dreaded time of information overload has arrived. Unfortunately, finals week is a time all San Diego State students have to endure fool proof. There may not be known methods to make the week pleasant, but there are tactics to survive it. Here are various ways to enhance the finals week experience.

Time management This is definitely one of the key factors in doing well during finals. Many college students have mastered the art of procrastination, but to stay in top physical and mental shape, it’s important to break down the overall schedule.

Using some kind of planner, write your entire schedule out, including test times, due dates for papers or projects, and miniscule daily activities. These activities can be anything from going to the gym to doing laundry.

Once a complete schedule is created, time can be allotted for each activity. Some activities, such as laundry and buying groceries, should be completed before finals week to allocate more time for work.

Graphic design sophomore Amanda LaFavor said she makes a schedule with set times to study for each subject, adding that it’s important not to wait until the last minute.

“It’s all about discipline,” LaFavor said. “Start studying little by little a few weeks before finals. It will make your finals week much easier.”

Prioritize each academic duty

by the time necessary to complete each task.

Unfortunately, tests can’t always be given equal study time.

Consider which test has the biggest impact on your final grade and look at your current overall standing in the class. The ultimate goal is to pass classes and achieve a high GPA, so find ways to make this happen.

Studying Now is the time to study and to do work. There are many components of the studying process that should be predetermined, including location, study style, distractions and breaks.

Location refers to the place where a student gets his or her optimum amount of work done. The library is a given for many. But, some students also enjoy studying off campus. The Living Room Cafe on El Cajon Bvld., Panera Bread in Grossmont Center and Starbucks throughout the city can offer cozy study environments.

SDSU mechanical engineering junior Brian Mooney said he usually studies with music at home, but goes to the library during finals week.

“The Internet and my friends are the biggest distractions to studying,” Mooney said. “At the library, I can avoid both and just bring hard copies of subject matter so I have nothing to do but study.”

When studying at home, it’s important to cut off all distractions. Many students can’t have the Web browser up without giving in to Facebook or Twitter, so it’s necessary to turn off the Internet if needed. One free online application,SelfControl, blocks specified websites for a predeter-

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mined amount of time.

Another factor to consider is whether or not to study alone.

Study time should not be social time, so stay solo if other people are going to be distractions. If studying with other people, write out bullet points to cover and quiz each other. Teaching another person the material can help engrain the material into your own mind.

Take breaks Don’t sit down at a desk for eight hours straight without taking any breaks. This sporadic schedule is not mentally or physically rewarding. When taking a break, make it productive. Get some fresh air, work out, make a phone call or have a healthy meal.

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more Scott Lee said he doesn’t take too many breaks so he can keep his train of thought persistent.

“When I do take a break, I usually walk around outside to get some fresh air and relax,” Lee said.

He thinks this mental break allows him to rejuvenate and keep working for the rest of the day.

It’s also important to eat foods high in protein and fatty acids.

According to EduNova, some of the best foods to consume while studying are fish, nuts, whole grains, apples, cruciferous vegetables, dark chocolate, berries, spinach, legumes and onions. Try to incorporate them into daily meals or snacks to feel energized and alert.

It’s also important to stay hydrated. According to a 2005 study in the journal, “Physiology and Behavior,” drinking chilled water with oranges in it increases alertness and decreases anxiety.

Staying active will also improve studying habits. The National Health Service reported that exercise increases energy, processing speeds, attention, the ability to perform cognitive tasks and leaves a person feeling refreshed.

A short 15-minute walk can also improve academic productivity.

Sticking to these simple themes of time management, breaking down studying and taking beneficial breaks will ease the pain of finals week and provide a wonderful introduction to summer.

Midnight Study Break feeds and relaxes students finals Stephanie Myers Staff Writer

It’s that time of the semester when students across campus suffer from widespread sleep deprivation for one reason: finals. Toward the end of each semester, San Diego State Student Life & Leadership rewards all students by hosting its Midnight Study Break.

The Midnight Study Break allows students to take a breather from their studies and enjoy a variety of delicious breakfast foods that would satisfy even the pickiest eaters.

Student Life adviser Patsy Armstrong said SDSU’s first Midnight Study Break occurred in December 2007.

“It was a popular event at other campuses and the SLL staff did research about the program,” Armstrong said. “We liked the aspect of faculty and staff serving students during finals.”

Students who attend this event will find the food and activities a much welcomed distraction to the monotony of finals week. From hot, fluffy pancakes, custom-made omelettes, fresh fruit and delicious bakery items, the Midnight Study Break is sure to leave students satisfied.

Still not impressed? There will also be free prizes and raffles at the event, which will include beach cruiser bikes, gift cards and campus apparel, Patsy said.

Communication and political science senior and current As-

sociated Students Executive Vice President Chanelle McNutt said she learned about the event from an upperclassman when she was a freshman.

“Midnight Study Break provides an opportunity for students to prepare mentally for the many long days that come ahead. It’s also refreshing to see faculty and staff in a different way. They really show their support for students and make us feel appreciate and provide encouragement,” McNutt said.

Hospitality and tourism management junior and next year’s A.S. Executive Vice President Becca Cohen said she enjoys the campus event.

“The reason I attended the Midnight Study Break is because it provided an opportunity to get away from the stress from finals and relax with friends while meeting other students from other organizations and communities on campus,” Cohen said.

Cohen said she’s helped market this specific event in the past through social media outreach, such as Facebook.

“Our hope was to help spread awareness of this great resource on campus to manage stress and help more students get through finals

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while creating Aztec traditions,” Cohen said.

At past Midnight Study Breaks, SLL handed out free Aztec shirts, on-the-go Starbucks coffee packs, Garnier Fructis shampoo and conditioner samples, and a free Brit-

There will also be free prizes and raffles at the event , which will include beach cruiser bikes, gift cards and campus apparel

ish-inspired traveling bag from the Student Travel Agency.

“The SLL wants to ensure every student attending will leave with great memories and a full stomach,” Patsy said. “As an office we reach out to various campus and outside companies to donate services or items for the event specifically.”

For example, study tips, Scantrons, pencils and blue books are available for attendees. Students who aren’t big fans of breakfast food are still encouraged to stop by to mingle with other students and

faculty and enjoy a movie screening.

“Every semester, the Midnight Study Break is created around a theme,” Patsy said. “This year that theme will be superheroes.

Because of that, students will have the chance to relax, eat and watch ‘Iron Man.’” The Midnight Study Break will be held from 9 p.m. to midnight on Thursday in East Commons.

The best part is the event is free for SDSU students, just make sure to bring your RedID to be granted admission.

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Volume 99, issue 113 | Tuesday, may 7, 2013

Many albums this summer have plenty of potential

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Ryo Miyauchi Staff Writer

So many bands are ready to release their anticipated albums this summer. Here’s a list of highlights each week from May to July.

“Silence Yourself” by Savages Available: May 7 Check out: “Shut Up” U.K. post-punk band Savages announced its debut “Silence Yourself,” with a prose detailing the politics behind the album. The writing may sound pretentious, but the music of Savages lives up to its political angst. The tense punk rock of Savages strikes with fury while frontwoman Jehnny Beth demands to be heard with an incredible vocal performance.

Savages already proved itself as a force to be reckoned with in the single “Shut Up.” “Silence Yourself” should be the record that gets Savages the attention it deserves.

“Modern Vampires of the City”

by Vampire Weekend Available: May 14 Check out: “Step” New York City’s Vampire Weekend has already toyed with expectations. Its first single “Cousins” was jittery garage rock instead of the quirky soft rock that made the band’s name. For the band’s third record, “Modern Vampires of the City,” and its single “Step,” were different.

“Step” was an ornate slow jam inspired by lyrics from ‘90s hiphop group Souls of Mischief.

The single “Diane Young” was the complete opposite, as front man Ezra Koenig fooled around with rockabilly. The new sound of Vampire Weekend is difficult to pin down, but that fact alone should keep listeners wanting more.

“Random Access Memories” by Daft Punk Available: May 21 Check out: “Get Lucky” (feat.

Pharrell) After years of false rumors and fake leaks, the wait is done for new music by robot duo Daft Punk. Its new album “Random Access Memories” comes out in May, and is conceptually similar to the duo’s 2001 classic

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“Discovery.” Once again, the robots dug back to the music they adored growing up un the ‘70s and early ‘80s. This time, though, the production is a more collaborative and organic effort, ditching machines for real instruments.

“It’s kind of ironic. Two robots are bringing soul back to music,” collaborator Todd Edwards said.

Just listening to the single “Get Lucky,” the claim doesn’t sound too far off.

“IV Play” by The-Dream Available: May 28 Check out: “IV Play” It’s an interesting time for R&B singer Terius Nash, known as The-Dream, to release his fifth album “IV Play” as he stands against other acclaimed R&B stars such as Miguel and Frank Ocean. Nash’s music is a more traditional R&B, but the sexual dominance and smooth arrogance that fills his singles belong to no one else. Concerning the reception of his record, the selfproclaimed “Radio Killa” is not one bit intimidated.

“Your album’s probably definitely not going to be better

than mine,” Nash confidently expressed to SPIN Magazine.

Nash’s claim may be egotistic, but the music on “IV Play” should live up to his promise.

“Settle” by Disclosure Available: June 3 Check out: “You & Me” (feat.

Eliza Doolittle) Dance music has been in heavy demand here in the U.S., Disclosure U.K. brother duo, is ready to take over the scene with its debut “Settle.” Disclosure has already caught some buzz with the EP “The Face” and the breakthrough single “Latch” feauring Sam Smith, in the past year. Compared to the neon synthpop and hammering electronic drops of current U.S. dance hits, Disclosure’s productions are sleek and funky. For those new to Disclosure, Interscope Records is also releasing a four-track singles EP during the summer so fans can get caught up on the fantastic duo.

“13” by Black Sabbath Available: June 11 Check out: “God Is Dead?”

It’s been a few years since metal legend Black Sabbath reformed its original lineup in late 2011. In January, the band announced its new record “13” slated for release in June. Original drummer Bill Ward was replaced by Brad Wilk from Rage Against The Machine, but the others are sticking with the plan to bring their A-game.

Even after 35 years, the Ozzy Osbourne-fronted Black Sabbath remains an incredible rock act.

In the new single “God is Dead?”

Osbourne lays his classic dark personality, while the deep, thick riff of guitarist Tony Iommi remains a metal-rock staple.

Metal now has got a tough act to beat.

“Kveikur” by Sigur Ros Available: June 18 Check out: “Brennisteinn” Icelandic rock quartet Sigur Ros has been known throughout its career for tracks providing a serene atmosphere. Although the band has recorded many rich instrumentals, Sigur Ros has been known for its capacity to rock its audience to sleep. So it was hard to believe the band’s announcement of a new “heavy”

album, “Kveikur.” Turns out, Sigur Ros can rock heavy, aggressive tracks as great as its dreamy ones. The first single, “Brennisteinn,” has Sigur Ros focusing more on abrasive drones as the band builds its epic sound.

“Kveikur” is a different direction for Sigur Ros, but it’s shaping up to be an exciting makeover.

“Body Music” by AlunaGeorge Available: July 1 Check out: “Your Drums, Your Love” Since the release of the three-track “You Know You Like It” EP, U.K. pop duo AlunaGeorge has been on constant watch by fans and critics. The sweet and smooth R&B vocals of singer Aluna Francis layered on stuttering electro-break beats of producer George Reid is infectious. Singles “Your Drums, Your Love” and “Attracting Flies” sound like the cross product of fine ‘90s Timbaland-influenced R&B and modern sleek bass music, such as Julio Bashmore or Jacques Greene. AlunaGeorge is here with a fresh sound, and “Body Music” may be its breakthrough.

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Paramore is finally back with a satisfying record

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Pop-punk band Paramore has been through a lot these past few years. After the release of Paramore’s third album, “Brand New Eyes,” in 2009, tension led founding members Josh and Zac Farro to leave the band.

As he split, Josh Farro wrote an eye-opening blog post offering his reasons for the split, which claimed Paramore was a manufactured band created to launch Hayley Williams’ solo career. With the departure of its core members and a torn image, the fate of Paramore seemed to be jeopardized.

After a few years of inactivity, Paramore has returned to the scene in 2013 now as a three-piece with a new record, appropriately self-titled “Paramore.” In the record, Paramore strives to move forward from its tainted past by focusing on the future. The band makes this clear with the leadoff song “Fast In My Car,” as Williams briefly backtracks to the past before quickly speeding off ahead. Paramore kicks off with a tighter sound in “Fast In My Car” as a tough band unafraid to face what lies ahead.

Right from its first three tracks—“Fast In My Car,” “Now” and “Grow Up”—“Paramore” introduces a completely new mold for the band. Paramore previously crafted anthemic singles such as “Now.” The song has a huge build of arena-rock and the offbeat

raw music is satisfying. After the stadium single, the band throws another curveball with fuzzy pop rock “Grow Up.” In “I told them all to stick it,” Williams sings with a fun hip-hop-like cadence, before the song concludes with a synth-pop sweep. Compared to Paramore in its polished punk days, this is a huge leap.

Paramore does include tracks following more of the pop-punk sound of the band’s past, but the songs are safer compared to the band’s risky efforts. “Last Hope” has the band digging in a more somber place with an exhausted guitar riff. “Be Alone” rocks away in an edgy punk guitar. Both of the tracks could fit in the band’s previous record “Brand New Eyes.” But in an album full of risks, these tracks sound too safe.

Paramore is here to reinvent itself, so it makes sense that the “Part II” of “Let the Flames Begin” from its 2007 record “Riot!” is the weakest track of the album.

But reinvention does not mean

Paramore had a falling out a few years ago, but they have reunited to produce a new album that is experimental and full of very fun songs. complete abandon for Paramore.

The switch-up in sound may be radical, but the band’s excellent songwriting welcomes both new and old fans. In “Ain’t It Fun,”

Paramore brings back a funk reminiscent of ‘90s pop mixed with the band’s signature pop punk. It’s easily one of the most upbeat and feel-good songs on the record, as it hones in on the band’s playful personality.

Although Paramore remains serious throughout the record, it’s exhilarating to hear the band members loosen up and have fun as they try out new ideas.

It’s a joy to listen to Paramore have fun again, and to appreciate Williams’ lyrics. In “Brand New Eyes,” Williams wrote some dark material about being criticisized and proving her worth. Overall in the new record, Williams sounds much more optimistic.

Her writings of growing up and moving on from her dark past are surprisingly cheerful and empowering. Williams gets skeptic about the future at times, but her bright and confident songs stand out from the darker tracks.

Out of the many tracks in the album, “Still Into You” succeeds best on both genre mashing and songwriting exploration.

From the sweet rush of the guitar and the instantly gratifying chorus sung by Williams, “Still Into You” is a lovely Paramore classic that pushes the band’s boundaries. Instead of falling into romantic cliches, Williams brings personal experiencing into the pop song. The band stuffs cowbells and synthesizer swirls seamlessly, and the extra details don’t clutter the track one bit. It’s a simple love song with a lot to say, and Paramore nails it.

All the members of the band

give a great effort outing its new identity in “Paramore.”

The record’s 17-track package is quite lengthy for a Paramore album. “Paramore” is scattered, sounding like a sampler of where the band could go rather than a definitive statement. The record celebrates the process of creating a new band more than the finished

product.

“Paramore” ends with the final track “Future,” a desolate post-rock jam riding into oblivion. The conclusion may be anticlimactic, but “Future” gives the sense that the Paramore story is still unfinished. Fortunately for Paramore, the band’s future looks bright with endless possibilities.

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It was pitch-black inside the old bomb shelter. Gavin had no idea how long he’d been down there, but he guessed it’d been a few days; a week at the longest. He wanted to leave this black hole, but didn’t want to face his fears on the surface. What would the world look like? Death, destruction, violence, looting, disease—all things Gavin feared he would encounter if he left the shelter. Even the thought of zombies crossed his mind.

“That’s just stupid,” he said aloud to himself.

But it wasn’t that crazy of an idea, and he knew it. The situation involved chemical warfare—that’s all people were told when bombs boomed in the distance, right before communication went silent. He imagined mangled and mutated people hungrily roaming the landscape, their jaws barely hanging from their faces by half-decayed.

Gavin shook his head and came back to his senses. He knew he had to leave the shelter eventually. Dying at the bottom of a metal prison is no better than being eaten alive or shot.

But where would he go? He wasn’t ever sure of his exact location. In the pandemonium during the bombing, he frantically ran in a myriad of directions looking for something, anything, that could protect him from the explosions and chemicals. Part of him felt selfish. He could have helped others and showed them the shelter, but he didn’t.

“Don’t even go there,” Gavin told himself. “You did what you had to.

Nobody’s going to look out for you but yourself.”

He was thirsty. His lips were chapped and his tongue was dry. If he didn’t find water soon, he’d die of dehydration.

“And you’re just gonna let that happen?” he asked himself. “You would. Stop being such a coward, Gavin. Grow a pair and get out of

this hellhole.”

He tried standing, but to no avail.

His legs folded underneath him and he hit the metal floor hard. The thud of his body echoed through the bomb shelter’s metal skeleton for what seemed like minutes. The lack of food and water had made him delusional, or at least, that’s what he thought.

The narrow confines of the shelter were closing in on him.

Claustrophobia was setting in.

Gavin swung his right arm out in frustration, knocking something over before his knuckles slammed into the metal wall.

He felt around on the floor trying to find what knocked over. There was no light—he felt like one of the Three Blind Mice foraging in the dark.

But then, his hand brushed something. He started to feel around the edges and surfaces, blindly investigating the mysterious object.

It was square and skinny. The edges were wood, and he felt inlays within it. One side felt like glass and the other like weathered felt. Then it hit him.

It was a picture frame, but more important was the photograph inside.

He remembered it clearly now: It was of him and his girlfriend, Jenny, sitting on a curb outside their apartment they had just moved into. They were dressed in summer clothes—the photo was taken on a hot day. He remembered how beautiful she looked with her long brunette hair and her deep green eyes behind thick, blackrimmed glasses. Then he remembered how Jenny was taken from him after she lost a battle with cancer. The thought made Gavin both sad and furious. But, as he thought about her, Gavin became inspired; inspired by the way she fought the disease with everything she had, even though the doctors told her it was terminal; inspired by the way she looked during the last days of her young beautiful life as the most beautiful yet; inspired by her spirit and will.

Gavin fumbled with the frame in the dark until he removed the photo and carefully folded it and put it in his

front pocket.

“It’s time,” Gavin said to himself.

He found the strength within him to stand and felt ahead of him for the ladder that would lead him out of this dungeon. He grasped the first rung, swallowed, and began to climb. With each inch he ascended, the weight of gravity seemed to increase as it tried to tug him back down into the depths.

But he wouldn’t allow that to happen. Adrenaline started to take effect—Gavin climbed fast and efficiently. Finally, he reached the top of the shaft. The thoughts of what the surface would hold were becoming very real now. The images of death and destruction raced through his mind at 100 frames per second. His heart rate increased.

“Fight through it!” Gavin screamed aloud. “Jenny battled, now it’s your turn!”

Gavin pushed with all his might to lift the heavy metal hatch. It creaked and moaned loudly as Gavin opened it. The sunlight was blinding—Gavin could only see white as his eyes began to adjust.

When his vision cleared, what he saw shocked him. It was a scene of eerie tranquility: a light breeze rustled through the trees and the grass was greener than he had ever seen it. The sky was a beautiful shade of blue. Fresh air filled his lungs. This was the most alive Gavin had felt in a long time.

As he looked around, he noticed there was nothing. There were no cars on the streets, no people on the sidewalks, no signs of death, destruction or disease. There were no zombies. It was peaceful, yet erie. But it was better than what Gavin had expected. Because of this, he was happy in this moment.

He decided he would survive as long as he could—a homage to Jenny’s bravery. As he set out, Gavin was comfortable knowing his journey would also be his last stand. It was the beginning of a beautiful end.

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Today’s Birthday (5/7/13) - Enjoy career and financial ease to July. Stash nuts for later, and dance into bustling activities with community, friends and family.

Honor teachers, and teach what you love.

Partnerships grow with attention. Inspire them with your dreams.

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 a 9 - Kick back, play and think big. Ask probing questions, and don’t worry about results.

Love gives you the advantage. Convince through logic. Broaden your perspective. Use all your charms. Send a positive message.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20) - Today is an 8 - You have extra resources for a household project, if you need them. Follow a hunch.

Heed advice from family. Convince your partner by addressing their concerns. Listen for the best plan.

Gemini (May 21 - June 21) - Today is an 8 You and an expert can solve a tough problem.

Follow a friend’s recommendation. Love and truth get you past any tough spots with grace.

People are saying nice things about you.

Cancer (June 22 - July 22) - Today is a 9 - An important person comes through for you again. Accept more responsibility with a challenge, gracefully. Stick with what you know works, for a while. Continue to shop wisely. It pays off.

Leo (July 23 - Aug. 22) - Today is a 9 - Welcome a visitor from far away. Consider a new possibility, and make a wise move on to the next adventure. Follow a great suggestion.

Public funds may be available. Green light: go.

Virgo (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) - Today is a 9

- A dream figure shows you how to make a change. Meanwhile, accept a gift for your home. Bring out valuables you’ve kept hidden.

Money for a household investment becomes available. Test a new product.

Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) - Today is a 9 - Try out a new idea and get creative. Friends offer good advice. Tell the truth, and ask probing questions. Learn new skills from a master. Dazzle them with your brilliance.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) - Today is an 8 - Ask for what you want, and accept a generous offer. Keep track of your promises.

Work can be fun, too, you know. Don’t forget to invoice. Work faster and make more money.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) - Today is an 8 - Accept an honor and a great suggestion from a child. Your imagination is greatly admired. Control your personal spending.

You have the innate power to do this. Friends believe you can do anything.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19) - Today is an 8 - Keep track of your winnings. Get it in writing. Arrange financing or play with investments. You may have more than you realize. Continue a renovation project. Good news comes from far away.

Aquarius (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) - Today is an 8 - Collaboration is a good idea. This could even be enjoyable. Turn down a risk. Persuade with the evidence, and let friends know what you’ve discovered. This new information causes a modification.

Pisces (Feb. 19 - March 20) - Today is a 9 - Consider another profitable idea. Accept a new assignment on your conditions. Confirm plans in writing. Believe you can succeed.

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