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Bill Crotty news editor Students will no longer receive a guest ticket when purchasing their student tickets for SDSU men’s basketball games because of last season’s issues with ticket scalping, according to Viejas Arena officials. “Camping out” for tickets will also be banned and will be strictly enforced to prevent additional problems that occurred last season. “There will only be one student ticket per student,” Viejas Arena Ticket Office Manager June Barreras said. “There will be no more guest tickets.” Currently, students may pick up one additional ticket with their Red ID card as a “guest ticket,” which officials say is meant for students to invite a guest with. However, the Aztec’s 2010 season caused some students to abuse the policy by selling those tickets. According to Viejas Arena Director John Kolek, students selling their guest tickets on sites such as Craigslist and eBay at an inflated price became

very noticeable. An additional step that will be taken to enforce the new policy is that Red IDs will be swiped to ensure each student only gets one ticket. Another important facet of the new policy is that students can pick up tickets for several games in advance. This change will be implemented today, and students have been able to purchase tickets for the upcoming basketball season as of

Students’ meeting last Wednesday. “SDSU is in a transitioning phase where we’re becoming a premiere school for athletics,” Associated Students Vice President of Finance Rob O’Keefe said. “I think SDSU Athletics and students can work together on this. We have 30,000 students, but only about 3,000 student tickets and everyone wants one.” O’Keefe also said many other schools with a high demand for tickets

“... SDSU Athletics and students can work together on this. We have 30,000 students, but only about 3,000 student tickets and everyone wants one.” Rob O’Keefe, A.S. vice president of finance 7:30 a.m. this morning. Tickets for the first five games of the season are now available. Viejas Arena executives made the announcement of the change to the current policy during the Associated

already have a limit on student tickets, often capping it at one. According to Kolek, campus police will enforce the new ban against student campouts for tickets. Last year, as the demand for tickets increased dra-

matically when the Aztecs’ record continued to improve, students began to camp overnight near the Viejas Arena ticket booth. These students prompted the change. When the changes were announced during the A.S. meeting, several members immediately voiced concern, though Kolek said they knew a change was coming. Some council members were surprised by this because of the number of students who want their free tickets for the upcoming season. Viejas officials said decisions on how tickets will be distributed are still being discussed, but the arena staff plans to moderate the line during the early mornings before ticket sales open at 7:30 a.m. It is still unclear how officials will regulate unofficial lines that may form prior to the opening of the box office, but preventing students from doing this will be up to public safety. Kolek said the punishment for violating this new policy is another decision to be made by the university police department. The change was made because of concern by the university, SDSU Athletics and others,” Kolek said. “There were a lot of factors in the decision.”

Aztec staff awarded for dedication Carl Hensley contributor San Diego State will be hosting the 38th Annual Staff Awards at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 18 at Viejas Arena. The ceremony is held every year by the university to celebrate the longevity of service of staff members at SDSU, and this year the awards range from 10-35 years of service. Last year, about 800 people attended the event and this year it is expected to have as many as 800 attendees and will give out more than 200 awards. Tickets are complimentary for awardees and they must RSVP by Monday, Nov. 7. Tickets for the ceremony are on sale now for the general public at the Viejas Arena Ticket Office and can be purchased for $12

through Nov. 8, but ticket prices increase to $15 from Nov. 9-16. Suggested attire is red and black to show Aztec pride. Recommended parking for the event is in Parking Structure 4 or 5 and entrance to the event is at Viejas Arena through the lower level of Lot L, which is located between Viejas Arena and PS 4. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 11:30 a.m. and conclude around 1:30 p.m. The event will be emceed by Executive Director of the Alumni Association Jim Herrick and Director of the Educational Opportunity Program and Ethnic Affairs Reggie Blaylock after introductory speeches by SDSU President Elliot Hirshman and Associated Students President Cody Barbo. “People make the biggest difference in one’s experience,” Blaylock said. “I truly believe that we have wonder-

ful people throughout our campus community.” Elvira McCalip, the director of the Center for Human Resources at SDSU and chairperson of the event, is also in charge of the 12-person committee planning the ceremony. She said the Center for Human Resources is in charge of planning the awards ceremony every year but the entire university and all of its auxiliaries help. “It is a university effort,” McCalip said. “The entire school contributes to the making of the event.” Assistant Director at the Center for Human Resources, Lisa Winters is also on the planning committee. She is in charge of the giveaways and said this year there will be 40 to 50 giveaway prizes that range from a beach cruiser to an iPad to SDSU athletic event tickets and free admission to an event held by Sam the Cooking

Guy later this year. No additional raffle tickets need to be purchased by attendees. All of their tickets have a number which may be called during the drawing for prizes. Noelle Krueger is the administrative assistant to McCalip and is heavily involved with the event. She works with every aspect of it to make sure it will run smoothly and everyone has a memorable experience while recognizing the years of service, dedication and loyalty the long time staff members have provided to SDSU. The theme of the ceremony is “SDSU Through the Years.” To RSVP for the event, contact Krueger at 619-594-8323 or nkrueger@mail.sdsu.edu. For a complete list of those being honored at the ceremony, visit hr.sdsu.edu/chr/staffawards.htm.

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Teammates’ longtime trust guides SDSU The two Aztecs played together during their youth

According to Hylen, most teams would disband after Under-12s with players choosing to compete for other club teams throughout Southern California. Yet, this team was different. This team was special. Unlike the Shark teams of the past, this team decided to stay together. “There was a lot of chemistry on the team,” Altamirano said. “Everyone talked; everyone hung out. It was one big group. Everyone enjoyed playing with each other.” Hylen and Altamirano continued to compete for the Sharks together

Ryan Schuler staff writer On the field, it looks as if the only similarity between San Diego State men’s soccer teammates Jose Altamirano and Blake Hylen is the uniform. Hylen, the 6-foot-3-inch starting goalkeeper, is a force between the posts, selflessly attempting to save every shot that comes his way. Altamirano, one of the many focal points of the Aztecs offense, is a speedy midfielder with the ability to score from anywhere around the net. There is not much similarity between the two positions or skill sets. Yet, what many people don’t know is that Hylen and Altamirano were teammates and friends long before they arrived at Montezuma Mesa in 2009. “Jose and I have been playing with each other since we were Under-11s I think it was, so we were about 10 years old,” Hylen said. Hylen and Altamirano played for the Del Mar Sharks, a club team currently in limbo according to Hylen. The Sharks were known for their reputation of developing quality youth teams, specifically between Under-8s and Under-12s.

“They came in with a great trust for each other and respect for one another. That communication, trust and respect creates a better environment for the team.” Lev Kirshner, SDSU men’s soccer head coach until Under-18s, when it was time to decide where to play college soccer. When Hylen, the seventh-ranked goalkeeper by Top Drawer Soccer from Torrey Pines High School committed to SDSU, Altamirano, an All-American choice by EA Sports, ESPNRise.com

After a Sweet-16 appearance, the upcoming San Diego State men’s basketball season is one of the most anticipated athletic campaigns in SDSU history. If this season is anything like the last one, student tickets will be at a premium. Here’s the schedule for men’s basketball student ticket distribution, which begins today. Tickets are released at 7:30 a.m. on each pickup date.

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High School, took notice. “It was funny because I remember telling him I committed, but at the time I didn’t know he was talking to (SDSU as well)” Hylen said. “When I said that, a couple days later, he looked at me and said, ‘I think I’m going to commit too.’” Aztecs head coach Lev Kirshner quickly noticed the bond between Hylen and Altamirano. “They came in with a great trust for each other and respect for one another,” Kirshner said. “That communication, trust and respect creates

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a better environment for the team.” Both are enjoying great seasons in their third year at SDSU, and despite being teammates for more than a decade, Hylen and Altamirano still enjoy playing with each other. From that first game together as Del Mar Sharks, Hylen aid, “It’s been history ever since.”

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Fouch leads by example that she is indeed one of the central leaders of the team. Although she is still a young player, Fouch says her skills as a setter have significantly improved from last year. “This year I feel I am a completely different setter (technique-wise),” Fouch said. “Coach Kele taught me her technique she learned professionally, and I caught on really fast, which has made me set better than ever.” This method seems to be suiting Fouch well because she’s averaging nearly 35 assists each game. Putting their skills to the ultimate test, Fouch and the rest of the Aztec team recently defeated TCU, a challenging MW contender. With Fouch maintaining her teammates’ spirits, they were able to pull off an unforgettable win, giving the Horned Frogs

Johnna Fouch hopes to put the Aztecs on the radar Laura Barrick contributor The San Diego State volleyball team has been more determined than ever to put SDSU on the map as a tough competitor in the Mountain West Conference as well as within the entire NCAA, and most of it has to do with the leadership of sophomore starting setter Johnna Fouch. Fouch has stood out this season. Not only does she provide the majority of assists each game, but she also ensures that her voice is heard on the court, making it clear

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their second loss of the season. “We fought really hard,” Fouch said. “Our team has three goals to maintain throughout the year: talking for every ball, coming together as a team after every play, and to go after every ball no matter where it is. We exceeded that goal against TCU.” As for Fouch’s expectations of the Aztecs placing in the MW, her presumptions are simple. “This year’s competition is really competitive, so no one really knows what to expect,” Fouch said. “But, I see our team finishing top three in conference this year, which would be a great accomplishment.” Fouch and the rest of the team will travel to Fort Collins, Colo. to take on MW rival Colorado State at 6 p.m. on Thursday.

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The latest production at the Don Powell Theatre is whimsical and charming David Dixon staff writer Musicals have become so diverse and ever-changing in the past few decades. Good old-fashioned, mindless entertainment is barely alive on Broadway or in San Diego. The modern form of theater is wonderful, but it is becoming more

gic musical is to provide a cheery night out; and it does. The main plot focuses on Polly Browne (Cassie Abate), a young member of a “school for young ladies” in Nice, France during the 1920s. The other women are going to a ball with dates, but Polly is hopelessly single. Things begin to look up when she meets an errand boy, Tony (Tom Vendafreddo), and they become smitten with one another. It’s easy to believe events could conclude there, but as the play progresses and things get zanier, classic comedy revelations and mix-ups ensue with Polly and her peers. In the wrong hands, this could

There is some wonderful singing (and) ... Paula Kalustian’s choreography is at times gleefully goofy and very impressive at other moments. difficult to find a live production that pays tribute to a time when the point of going out to a show was simply to escape reality for just a little while. San Diego State’s new production of “The Boy Friend” is an unbelievably upbeat tribute to one of the stage’s endangered species: a light singing and dancing romp. Now playing at the Don Powell Theatre, the simple goal behind this nostal-

have been an uncomfortably campy and corny emprise. Surprisingly, “The Boy Friend” works well because every member of the cast and crew are dedicated to the overly broad material. The production is consistently funny, not just because the dialogue is particularly witty, but because of the way each cast member acts throughout the silly situations. A particular comic

standout is Kati Donovan as Dulcie, another student of the finishing school. She really lets loose in the song “It’s Never Too Late To Fall In Love,” especially in the exaggerated Betty Boop-style way she says, “Boop-a-doop.” There is some wonderful singing, especially from Abate. Her beautiful voice perfectly suits the innocent nature of Polly. Paula Kalustian’s choreography is at times gleefully goofy and very impressive at other moments. Most of the dancing is performed by Bethany Elkin, who plays a student named Maisie, and her primary love interest, Bobby Van Husen, played by Roger Ellis. The two show off some strong dancing skills as they Charleston, tap dance and tango together in several musical numbers. The five-person orchestra is comprised of two keyboardists, a guitarist and banjo player, a percussionist and a bassist. The small band is not going for a big, dazzling sound, but instead accomplishes something distinct. Its music deliberately sets the mood for the ridiculous action that happens on stage. Director Kalustian makes sure everyone enjoys themselves when watching “The Boy Friend.” Her pacing is so confident and natural, the two hours fly by quickly. “The Boy Friend” is a delightful time that leaves audience members with smiles on their faces. The cheerful spirit is contagious, and makes the antics a fun treat to experience. Tickets and information about “The Boy Friend” can be found at theatre.sdsu.edu.

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Madison’s description of her parents and their need for a new adopted orphan with every change of the season, while she is snuggly tucked away at boarding school. Madison also has a cliché group of misfits at school, yet each character is oddly unique. Archer plays the most tangible form of an antagonist in the story. The punk rocker kicks off the expedition through the wild torment of discarded nail clippings and broken glass which sets

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