THE NEWSPAPER OF SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY SINCE 1913 VOLUME 99, ISSUE 20
MONDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2012
Filner talks civil rights and diversity
campus
Arturo Garcia
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Staff Writer
A line of civil rights activists stood behind mayoral candidate Bob Filner near Hepner Hall as the former San Diego State professor spoke about ethnic inclusion, homelessness and his history with civil rights. Last Friday morning’s forum, centered on minorities and marginalized groups, included the participation from an ethnically rich and diverse group of Filner’s colleagues, including lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights activist Stuart Milk, nephew of Harvey Milk, first openly gay official elected in the U.S. Milk said his uncle did not stand only for gay rights, but spoke for immigrants, Latinos, Asians, the elderly and the working class, as well. “He, for the first time, brought communities together,” Milk said about his uncle. “And that is what we need here in San Diego. We don’t need someone who only represents Doug Manchester, our big downtown developer. We need someone who represents everybody.” Filner took the microphone after several others shared their history with the democratic candidate. Most recalled Filner’s intervention with the law as a young demonstrator for civil rights. Filner said when he was 13, he met Martin Luther King Jr., an experience to which he credits his drive for
Aztecs are no match for Fresno State
football
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Mayoral Candidate Bob Filner speaking in front of Hepner Hall to a crowd of students and supporters. Filner spoke of San Diego’s diversity and the need for more diversity in the San Diego and community.
equality. When he was 18-years-old, Filner was put in jail for protesting against segregation in the South as part of the Freedom Riders movement. Filner said the experience gave him optimism for change. “This city has a majority of ethnic minorities,” Filner said. “Everyone should get to sit on the table, because if you’re not at
the table, you’re on the menu.” Toward the end of his speech, Filner touched on the issue of homelessness in San Diego. According to Home Again, a nonprofit organization determined to end chronic homelessness in San Diego, current evaluations set the number of homeless San Diegans at 8,500. One in four homeless people are young adults of ages 18-30 and
one in six are military veterans. Filner said the issue should be confronted not only in an economic manner, but also in a more humanitarian one. He said homeless people in permanent housing is the first step to end the problem and with the help of social service volunteers, the FILNER continued on page 2
Latinas Career fair offers opportunities celebrate heritage campus
campus
Monica Linzmeier Staff Writer
To celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month which starts Sept. 15 every year, the San Diego State Latina Network hosted the fourth annual Latina Aztec Power Lunch for students, faculty and supporters on Sept. 27 at the Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center. Attendees included SDSU President Elliot Hirshman’s wife, members of Alpha Pi Sigma sorority and other supportive affiliates. Psychology senior Claudia Santana was one of the Latina students invited to attend the lunch. “They empower us and motivate us into building a network and better future,” Santana said of the SDSU Latina Network. “I think it’s a great opportunity just to meet important people and key members of the Latina network.” Both the network and the luncheon have grown significantly since their creation four years ago. The SDSU Latina Network began with LATINA HERITAGE continued on page 2
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Students meeting prospective employers at a career fair held on San Diego State campus. More than 90 vendors were eager to meet students and offer them opportunities at their businesses.
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The San Diego State Career Services held the “Fall Career and Internships Fair,” on the North Love Library terrace last Thursday. More than 90 companies and corporations were present to recruit future employees and to give information to students seeking internships or jobs after graduation. SDSU Career Services counselor Chris Turntine said the purpose of the fair is to make an early connection with students to local industries and agencies such as SeaWorld, Target and various law enforcement
agencies. “This is a great opportunity for students to get out and meet some of the industry leaders in the community and talk about future employment. We have this fair every semester and we have seen it grow over the years,” Turntine said. “Last year there were about 70 vendors and this year there are over 90.” SDSU Career Services recommends students attend the “Networking a Career Fair” workshop where students receive training on how to prepare and get the most out of career fairs. The workshop includes tips on how to approach employers that
appear to be unrelated to students’ majors, communicating personal purposes and making a strong first impressions. Graduate student Michelle Rusin said she makes it a point to always go to the fairs held on campus. “I think it’s important to go to these events as many times as you can, even if you don’t see vendors that you think apply to what you want to do,” Rusin said. “Get in there and talk to as many as you can and you would be surprised at the different types of positions many companies are trying to fill and definitely get yourself as prepared as possible.”
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Senior quarterback Ryan Katz rushed for 89 yards against Fresno State.
Hilal Haider Staff Writer
It was another showdown of California state schools. Both San Diego State and Fresno State entered Saturday’s game at an even 2-2 record. Coming off of a rough, last-minute loss to San Jose State last week, the Aztecs hoped for a fast start against the Bulldogs in the fifth game of the season. But the efforts fell short as the Bulldogs defeated the Aztecs by a score of 52-40. The game was off to a quick start as the Aztecs leapt out to an early 14-0 lead in the first six minutes, with the help of a 5-yard touchdown run by sophomore running back Adam Muema, followed by a 32-yard interception return for a touchdown by junior defensive back Eric Pinkins. The Bulldogs immediately cut the early deficit in half with a short goal line touchdown from running back Robbie Rouse. With only one minute left in the first quarter, Muema crossed the goal line for the second time in the game with a 27-yard touchdown run. The game got off to a fast start and remained at that pace throughout. However, the second quarter belonged to the Bulldogs. Quarterback Derek Carr led Fresno State to 27 straight points beginning with a touchdown run by Rouse. Carr later connected with his receivers, Josh Harper and Rashad Evans, for three more touchdown passes. The half came to an end after a blocked point-after attempt by SDSU senior placekicker Chance Marden. The blocked kick was returned down the field for another two points, giving the Bulldogs a 36-27 edge at the half. FOOTBALL continued on page 7