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Police may have the ability to cite Labor Day float participants for alcohol violations this year after the Glenn County Board of Supervisors passed an ordinance Tuesday. The Board of Supervisors passed an ordinance banning drinking and possession of open alcohol containers on a stretch of the Sacramento River with a 3-2 vote, with Steve Soeth and Dwight Foltz voting against it. The ordinance cites “fights, unruly behavior, public intoxication, defecation and massive littering” associated with Labor Day festivities as a strain on police and emergency responders. The section of the Sacramento River stretches from the north edge of the Highway 32 crossing to where it is supplemented by Big Chico Creek, including up to 50 feet up the riverbanks. The ban would be enforced right after midnight on the Friday of the holiday weekend until the end of the following Monday. It would be effective for the upcoming

holiday in September, after which it will need to be approved again for the next year by the Glenn County Board of Supervisors. The ordinance is the result of legislation put forward by Rep. Dan Logue of the 3rd Assembly District in 2011. The bill, which was approved by Gov. Jerry Brown in August 2011, enabled the Butte County Board of Supervisors to enact the ban several days later as an emergency Bill Connelly A Butte County measure on Aug 23. supervisor in Bill Connelly, chair of favor of the the Butte County Board of alcohol ban Supervisors, is in favor of the ban, though he maintains mixed feelings about the issue at hand. “I think it is unfortunate that it got out of hand,” he said, adding that ideally, responsible adults would have the freedom to enjoy alcohol at their leisure. At the time of print, Connelly couldn’t confirm that the Butte County ordinance passed in 2011 was still effective, citing

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that he would have to reassess its current standing with counsel. “Once it passes both counties, law enforcement will be out with their jet skis handing out tickets and taking drinks,” he said. The original bill enabled local agencies to pass temporary alcohol bans on any potentially risky summer holidays as long as both counties bordering the river, Glenn and Butte, approve. There are no current plans to extend the ordinance’s effects to other holidays, Connelly said. Businesses with liquor licenses, along with their patrons, will be exempt from

Students plan makeover for laptop lounge

the law. “It doesn’t prevent people from drinking adult beverages at Scotty’s Landing,” Connelly said, referencing a restaurant located within the affected section of the river. The ordinance states that fines will be issued on a three-strike system, with penalties of up to $100 for the first offense, $200 for the second and $500 for the third in a calendar year. Labor Day weekend will encompass Aug. 31 through Sept. 2 this year. Nicholas Carr can be reached at ncarr@theorion.com

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Bill could let students earn credit by test Tyler McCune

Kayla Smith

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Interior design students are teaming up with Chico State’s provost to revamp Meriam Library’s first-floor laptop lounge to make it more comfortable. Students in the American Society of Interior Design will compete to design the winning layout for the new area. Belle Wei, provost and vice president for academic affairs at Chico State, initially came up with the idea for the remodel when she noticed the lack of activity at the library during night hours, in addition to the unappealing nature of the laptop lounge, which stays open until 2 a.m. “It’s important to have students helping with the design because they know their Belle Wei fellow students and can sense needs, pref- Provost and Vice President erences and usage,” she said. for Academic Wei also noted Chico State’s apparent Affairs alcohol issues as a reason for leading the project aimed toward providing students with a welcoming place that doesn’t involve partying. the orion •PHOTOgRAPH BY Alexandra Archuleta “If students don’t drink and don’t go to bars, where Meriam Remodel Carson Mallonee and Stephanie Dolim, else could they go?” Wei asked the group of students who members of the American Society of Interior Designers, gathered to brainstorm for the project. take measurements of the Meriam Library laptop lounge t0 There should be a safe, inviting and attractive place for create a more comfortable, accessible design plan. students to go, she said. “We want to match bar hours,” Wei said. Kijeong Jeon, a professor and coordinator of the interior shouldn’t have any bearing on good design, design program at Chico State, would like his students Jeon said. to execute case studies and collect “Some of my best work information in teams to get the project has developed from havstarted, he said. ing a tight budget,” he “Our main goal is to keep “We need to find out what students said. them in the library and have like to do while they are in the library,” Construction for the them do all of their activities he said. “Our main goal is to keep them project should not inter- KIJEONG JEON there, while still having in the library and have them do all of rupt study time because Interior design their activities there, while still having it will take place during department fun.” director fun.” summer, Jeon said. Kijeong Jeon During the initial steps of the projSo far, the interior Interior design program coordinator ect, students are measuring the space, design students have taking inventory of existing furnisuggested changes such as adding more ture, observing how students use the lounge and taking color, incorporating artwork and implementing different photographs. seating strategies, such as the addition of bean bags. The students should take multiple pictures of the area “We want to give students a good reason to come and and put them together to form a panoramic shot in order spend time in the library,” Jeon said. to see what the space looks like as a whole, said Rouben Mohiuddin, an interior design professor. The Orion can be reached at There is no set budget for the project, but finances editorinchief@theorion.com

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Prospective college students may be able to choose an alternative higher education experience unlike that from any colleges in California if Assembly Bill 1306 passes. The bill, written by Assemblyman Scott Wilk, would add a new college system to California, in addition to the California State University, University of California and California Community Colleges systems. The new system would swap the traditional college experience of classes, tuition and professors for degrees awarded for performances on exams. The proposition would allow its students to learn skills from online courses and then take examinations administered by a university, according to the bill. Under the proposed system, when a “Students in the state who student felt are looking for this type of he or she was university experience might not ready to take see a new online university as a an examination, the preferred option.” student would pay a fee and Joe Wills receive credit Director of Public Affairs and Publications after passing the exam. The Committee on Higher Education will hold hearings April 23 to decide whether the bill would benefit students. Because the bill was recently introduced, the CSU doesn’t have a statement regarding its position. The system is reviewing potential impacts on the CSU system. Whether or not the bill would impact the programs already in place has yet to be determined. It’s also hard to say how the new system would affect Chico State as a university if it were passed, said Joe Wills, director of public affairs and publications for Chico State. “But it’s important to note that our campus offers a very different university experience, residential setting, lots of faculty and student interaction, emphasis on service learning,” Wills said. “And so students in the state who are looking for this type of university experience might not see a new online university as a preferred option.”

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CSU police protest low pay Tyler McCune Staff Writer

The University Police Department’s union has announced an officer shortage after pay negotiations with the California State University system failed. The Statewide University Police Association, a union representing about 300 officers throughout the CSU, cites low compensation rates as the cause for the shortage. It’s difficult to recruit and retain university police officers because they receive low salaries compared to other law enforcement officials, according to a press release published by the union. The CSU doesn’t provide raises to officers unless they approach their superiors, said Jeff Solomon, the president of the union. This, combined with an improving economy, has driven officers to seek jobs with other departments. “It’s hard to convince my guys to stay around in that environment,” Solomon said. “What kind of officers will we get if we’re paying 40 percent less than our counterparts?” Other safety issues involve lack of statewide regulatory rules and poor interdepartmental

collaboration, he said. “We have two major issues: lack of uniformity throughout the state and the real safety issue: there are no statewide policies on minimum officer staffing, meaning it’s OK for Chico State to run one police officer,” Solomon said. The union is also dissatisfied with the lack of regulations regarding equipment, he said. Many

“It’s hard to convince my guys to stay around in that environment.” Jeff Solomon Statewide University Police Association President

university police departments use different weapons systems, which can cause problems when officers work shifts at different campuses. “If I’m working with someone from another department, the problem is his gun and ammunition is different, so if I had to throw him a mag or something, it would be a different system,” Solomon said. The CSU has different thoughts on the announcement, claiming the assertions of the

union are exaggerated to increase salary bargaining leverage. The turnover rate for officers throughout the CSU system is normal, wrote CSU spokesman Erik Fallis. The officers are also blowing the amount of crime that occurs on campuses out of proportion, he said. Chico State University Police officers should do more to keep students safe, said Priya Choudhuri, a sophomore English education major. Two of her friends were recently assaulted near the ATMs outside of the Bell Memorial Union. “I feel like they just put the Blue Lights up to make us feel safe, but they don’t really do anything,” Choudhuri said. “I know they don’t want to jump in and stop a knife fight, but if they don’t do it, who will?” The CSU Board of Trustees proposed the creation of a compensation pool to address salary-related concerns for the 2013-2014 year. The CSU and the police union agreed March 28 to request a state-assigned mediator. The Orion can be reached at editorinchief@theorion.com

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Good news for student commuters: 34 general parking stalls, or “G” spots, will be added to the Normal Avenue Parking Citation revenue at the Structure by the end of the parking structure from month. July 1, 2012 to April 5 Adjustments to the available stalls were planned to be made sometime after the demolition of Yuba Hall and the parking lot behind it in January, said Parking permit revenue Joe Wills, director of pubfrom July 1, 2012 to April 5 lic affairs and publications for Chico State. “The parking structure was always planned to have quite a few reserved spots,” he said. “One reason for that is we’ve moved the parking lot that used to Revenue from parking be behind Yuba Hall that permit purchases for fall had reserve spots in it.” 2012 and spring 2013 Because of contractual SOURCE • Chico PD obligations made with the state, campus officials must follow guidelines and regulations on how the structure will be used. The Orion can be reached at “In the agreement we signed, we said editorinchief@theorion.com

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CORRECTIONS The article “Health care benefits re-evaluated for CSU faculty” in the April 10 issue falsely stated that the state pays for 100 percent of faculty health care benefits. The CSU actually offers a variety of health care plans, most of which have a monthly premium. The article “Freshman athlethes excel in successful first seasons” in the April 10 issue falsely identified freshman golfer Dani O’Keefe as a center fielder. The Orion staff strives for accuracy in all it publishes. We recognize that mistakes will sometimes occur, but we treat every error very seriously. If you feel a correction needs to be made, please email the editor-in-chief at editorinchief@theorion.com

there’d be a mix of parking and there’d be enough spots to do this and enough to do that,” Wills said. “We can’t vary too much from what we agreed in the paperwork, but it was always planned there’d be some sort of adjustment on how many spots we’d need.” University police have seen consistency in the number of parking citations given since the completion of the parking structure on Normal Avenue. The most common citation given is a ‘no valid permit’ citation, usually caused by lack of or out of date permits. University Police Sgt. Corrinne Beck has brought attention to the parking lot located at the intersection of West Sacramento Avenue and Warner Street. “According to my parking officer, there are always spots available,” she said.

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Tight spot Adding more general parking spots will allow more students to use the Normal Avenue Parking Structure, which has been under-utilized since its completion.

Police see spike in graffiti in town Allison Weeks Asst. Ne ws Editor

Vandalism has increased in Chico, but authorities don’t know why. The Chico Police Department has seen an increase in people tagging property both on the Chico State campus and in the Chico community, Sgt. Mike Nelson said. The spike has occurred all over the city in the last several weeks, and it is sometimes gang-related, he said. “It’s hard to pinpoint that one,” Nelson said. “We get it all over.” Junior biology major Adrian Torres has seen the same graffiti symbol multiple times throughout campus, including in Holt Hall, Meriam Library and the Physical Science Building, he said. “I don’t really know what it means, but it’s

some kind of face drawing,” Torres said. Cory Pukini, an instructor in the natural sciences department, said he has not noticed a rise in graffiti vandalism in Chico or on campus. “I was not aware of an increase,” Pukini said. Andrew Olsen, a freshman applied mathematics major, is not a fan of graffiti tags, he said. “Tagging is everywhere,” he said. “I’m from

Oakland, and it’s way worse there.” Kain Archuleta, a sophmore liberal studies major, has seen a few cases of graffiti near the railroad tracks, he said. “I’m not sure if there’s been an increase or it’s always been like that,” he said. “I’ve only been here for a year and a half. I rarely see it on campus.” Allison Weeks can be reached at aweeks@theorion.com

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Committee searches for new dean Jack Lincoln Staff Writer

A dean search committee for the College of Humanities and Fine Arts is interviewing candidates for the dean position this month. Three professors from around the United States and Canada will be interviewed for the vacancy. The potential candidates are: • Carol Moder, professor in the department of English at Oklahoma State University • Professor Sikata Banerjee, associate dean of humanities and a professor of women’s studies at the University of Victoria, British Columbia • Robert Knight, associate vice chancellor for undergraduate studies and professor of music at the University of Wisconsin. Eric Link, a professor and English department chair at the University of Memphis, was in the running for the position, but he decided to withdraw his name from consideration. Each candidate will spend most of his or her time on campus meeting with staff, faculty, deans and other dignitaries during the two-day interview process. They will be presented with an itinerary detailing the schedule of events each day. Tracey Butts, an associate professor in the English department, is the chair of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts

dean search committee. The committee is made up of 12 dean, she said. individuals each representing their department within the “My experiences at the University of Victoria have served college. It was created last fall after the university posted a me well,” Banerjee said. job opening offering administrators the opportunity to apply. She has hosted fundraising activities, mentored others, Banerjee will begin her interview process this week. published numerous books and scholarly articles and served She is currently finishing up her last term as associate dean as chair of the women’s studies program at the University of at the University of Victoria, British Columbia, and is looking Victoria. for a job to push her limits. Banerjee also believes she has the “I wanted to move up and be chalproper social qualities that a successlenged, and Chico was a nice-looking ful dean should embellish, such as “I like Chico, it seems very nice area that had opening for a position being friendly and open-minded, she and collegial, it’s such a close-nit as dean,” Banerjee said. said. community.” She was born in India and moved “It’s a very exciting time, and I am Sikata Banerjee to New Hampshire when she was 4 looking forward to what comes next,” Associate Dean of Humanities at years old. She then worked at schools she said. the University of Victoria across the country before eventually The college hopes to hire the new settling in Victoria, British Columbia. dean before the end of the semester, While teaching in Victoria, Banerjee met Sarah Blackstone, Butts said. the former dean of College of Humanities and Fine Arts at “In making our decision for selecting a candidate to be the Chico State. new dean, we must undergo much deliberation,” she said. Blackstone spoke very highly of Chico and described it as Additionally, a campuswide survey has been sent out callbeing a wonderful place to teach and live, she said. ing for additional input and thoughts into who would best fill “I like Chico, it seems very nice and collegial,” Banerjee the position. said. “It’s such a close-knit community.” “Ultimately the decision is left to the provost,” Butts said. She is confident of her abilities and believes her years of experience in the collegiate domain have helped her gain The Orion can be reached at valuable knowledge and insight into what it takes to be a editorinchief@theorion.com

National gun control debate could change safety policies on campus Isabel Charles Staff Writer

In the wake of several prominent shootings nationwide, campus officials have entered into a conversation about changes to security policies at Chico State. “I’d like to see more staffing added to help increase security,” said Sgt. Richard Gridley of the University Police Department. “Crime happens most often when a place is an easy target. With increased staffing, there is more security and the university is not a target for crime and violence.” As of now, Chico abides by the current state policy for gun control. “Under penal code 626.10, nobody can possess a firearm on state property,” University Police Sgt. David Bird. “This includes BB guns and CO2 guns.” The law previously allowed citizens to carry a gun as long as it was exposed and unloaded, he said. This is no longer the case. “It’s hard to tell if a gun is loaded or unloaded, which caused a dilemma,” he said. This resulted in changes to the penal code. The Senate voted to keep the discussion open about President Barack Obama’s gun control policy Thursday, which includes increased funding for school security. Gun control

has been debated since the shooting in Newtown, Conn. in December and the cases of school violence that followed. Three months ago, the University Police Department handled a case concerning two young men carrying a .22 pistol outside of Meriam Library. “It’s not a huge problem on campus,” Bird said, “but it happens.” If a student is found with a gun on campus, the student is punishable by law of up to $1,000 or a year in jail, he said. However, University Police officers only deal with the legal side of gun policy. “If a student is found with a gun, the punishment really depends on the situation,” said Joe Wills, director of public affairs and publications. “A student with a concealed, unloaded gun in their dorm who had no idea of policy will be treated differently than a student who is walking around campus brandishing a weapon suspiciously.” Gun control is a difficult topic, said Logan Anderson, a junior business administration major. “With a concealed weapon, a license and proper training, maybe,” he said. “But there is always that one person who poses a risk, and that is a huge risk.” The Orion can be reached at editorinchief@theorion.com

Do you think students should be allowed to carry a gun with them on campus? “No way, absolutely not. The gun situation is ridiculous. The gun laws are too loose, too many people have been harmed. It’s a complete threat to safety.” Emily Burrows Sophomore public health major

“If your gun is concealed, you have a license to own and you have had extensive background checks and training to use a gun, you have the right to carry a gun.” Josh Wolffe Freshman civil engineering major

“Yes, you should be able to carry a gun whenever you want, wherever you want — it’s for safety. There are shootings everywhere, you need to be able to protect yourself.” William Barbanica Freshman mechanical engineering major

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POLICE BLOTTER The police blotter is a selection of information cited directly from Chico Police Department and University Police Department. University Police Thursday, 7:56 a.m.: Vandalism reported in Langdon Engineering Center. “Graffiti- stairwells. Men’s restroom, green artwork.” Thursday, 4:35 p.m.: Narcotics violation reported in Lassen Hall. “Resident adviser reports resident claims an individual placed marijuana in their closet. Requesting officer for walk through.” Friday, 9:41 a.m.: Assistance requested at the Physical Science Building greenhouse. “Facilities and management services requesting officer turn off the alarm so can fix a broken window. Located graffiti ‘RIP Jacob Carson’ on south fence and northeast corner of Physical Science Building.” Friday, 10:26 a.m.: Vandalism reported in Meriam Library. “Women’s second floor restroom.” Saturday, 1:24 a.m.: Miscellaneous alcohol violation reported in Whitney Hall. “Female in lobby. Resident adviser requesting evaluation.” Saturday, 2:17 a.m.: Disturbance reported on Salem Street. “Requesting medics. Fire is on scene and no further assistance needed. Medics are on scene.” Saturday, 8:38 p.m.: Suspicious subject reported at Student Health Center parking lot. “Possible indecent exposure. Subject exposed self to reporting party and friends. White male adult, 20s, black shirt, black shorts, no hat or glasses.” Sunday, 1:01 a.m.: Drunk in public reported in Esken Hall, second floor. “Female vomiting. Out with female, 19.” Sunday, 1:44 a.m.: Possible DUI reported on the corner of West Sacramento Avenue and North Cedar Street. “Reporting party advising silver Charger driving on sidewalk eastbound, West Sacramento Avenue.” Sunday, 2:15 a.m.: Fire incident reported on the 400 block of Ivy Street. “Sigma Chi. Accidental fire. Information report taken.”

Chico Police Friday, 12:23 p.m.: Domestic violence reported on Otterson Drive. “Reporting party can hear female screaming from transient camp. Sounded like a male subject was beating on female, heard only from across the creek.” Saturday, 2:44 a.m.: Domestic dispute reported on El Paso Way. “Reporting party’s boyfriend is down in parking lot on a bike threatening to kill her, throws rocks at bedroom window. He was just released from jail from prior domestic.” Saturday, 2:14 p.m.: Assault and battery reported on the 900 block of West Sacramento Avenue. “Reporting party states roommate tried to run him off the road. Reporting party was on a bike, roommate was in a vehicle. Now reporting party states his roommates was actually sitting in the back passenger seat. An unknown female driver swerved at reporting party and nearly ran him off road. States the roommate from the back seat spit or threw water in reporting party’s face that blinded him for a good 15 to 30 seconds.” Saturday, 6:49 p.m.: Suspicious subject reported on the 1000 block of Mechoopda Street. “Reporting party saw a male suspect putting gun in pocket at the corner. When she just walked by again suspect is sitting on the fence wearing a full face mask and is watching people pass by.” Sunday, 12:02 a.m.: DUI crash reported on the 2300 block of Cohasset Road. “Two vehicles, head on collision. Female pinned in the car, other driver out of the vehicle.” Sunday, 9:00 a.m.: Drunk in public reported on the 200 block of East Avenue. “Male subject in the road. Entered parking lot. Subject throwing his arms up and screaming. Subject spitting and hostile.” Sunday, 3:30 p.m.: Shots reported on the 400 block of East Eighth Avenue. “Reporting party advising he just got home and his neighbor advised him they saw his vehicle get shot at while parked. Appeared to be male subjects in the vehicle.” -compiled by Risa Johnson and Isabel Charles

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Keepsakes go underground for 125 years Nicholas Carr Staff Writer

The university buried the first of two time capsules Friday preserving the past academic year. With Founder’s Week drawing to a close, Chico State administrators, alumni and community members observed as a container commemorating the university’s 125th anniversary was buried in the Lemcke Camellia Garden next to Big Chico Creek. A variety of publications, memorabilia and clothing, including letters from students, alumni and community members, were placed inside. the orion •PHOTOgRAPH BY ALLISON WEEKS The items commemorate the events and activities that have taken place dur- BuRIED Chico State President Paul Zingg dispurses the first shovel full of dirt onto ing the university’s 125th anniversary the 125th anniversary time capsule Friday. year, said Susan Anderson, the director of alumni and parent relations. “I put a few books from the Wildcat Store in as remembrance of the stuApril 12 well,” she said, adding that dents and faculty members The 125th anniversary the price tags might be of who have died in the past time capsule was buried interest to those who open year will be placed in the outside of Holt Hall in the the container next. capsule, Armstrong said. Lemcke Camellia Garden. The site will remain “This year I really want undisturbed until 2137, to focus on it to be a snapwhen the capsule will be shot of what’s happened,” opened for the university’s she said. May 7 250th anniversary, AnderWorking on last year’s The class of 2013 time son said. graduating class time capsule will be buried at 2 Next month, Associated capsule was a great experip.m. outside Kendall Hall. Students will bury another ence, Armstrong said. capsule to commemorate “I was in the Harry Potthe class of 2013. ter club last year,” she said. The time capsules for “I got to put in a Harry Potalumni classes reside ter action figure that had 2137 across the creek in front of ‘I solemnly swear I am up The time capsule buried on Kendall Hall. to no good’ written on the April 12 will be uncovered Jessie Armstrong, the bottom.” for the 250th anniversary. Associated Students comMay 3 will be the last missioner of student day for clubs and organizaSOURCEs • susan anderson, Jessie armstrong organizations and protion to donate items to be grams, is working with placed in the time capsule, the Alumni Association to Armstrong said. It will be gather submissions for the capsule. buried at 2 p.m. May 7 outside Kendall “It’s always an experience and a huge Hall. part of history at Chico State,” she said. In addition to items represent- Nicholas Carr can be reached at ing student life, photos and letters in ncarr@theorion.com

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Labor Day alcohol ban on river right move for safety It’s about time. As seen on our front page, the Glenn County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday in favor of an alcohol ban on a stretch of the Sacramento River during Labor Day weekend. This ordinance could prohibit open containers of alcohol on the river within county limits and 50 feet up the banks. The Labor Day weekend float is continuously out of control, and this sort of active prevention is what the Chico State community needs. In 2011, Assemblyman Dan Logue proposed legislation to allow the alcohol bans, which was then signed by Gov. Jerry Brown and passed by the Butte County Board of

Supervisors. The ban then failed to pass in the river. That should have been a red flag a Glenn County, keeping police from enforc- long time ago. With the passage of this ban, things are ing the new law. finally going in the right Since then, a friend, direction. It’s a shame it student, brother and son took a death for this change lost his life. The drowning It’s a shame it took to finally be realized. death of Brett Olson, a Cal Some opponents of the Poly San Luis Obispo stua death for this ban say that Labor Day dent who came to Chico change to finally be chaos is a Chico State State to join in the Labor realized. problem rather than a Day festivities, pushed our county problem, but recent community to confront community action has the chaos and change its illustrated how big party attitude. Year after year, Labor Day weekend was holidays are things we all need to come deemed a success in Chico if no one died together to solve. Community members and during the clearly dangerous celebration on the university have begun taking action.

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It’s time to meet the community halfway. It’s going to take more than just this ordinance to make a change. It will take community action, smart law enforcement and student participation. Chico State students should enjoy the float, but separate themselves from the out-of-towners who crash the party to get drunk. If people drink before participating in the float in order to skirt around this ban, they will only rack up additional DUIs and continue to put our community in danger. Enjoy Labor Day responsibly, and look out for your friends. This is our community, and it’s time for students to take action, too.

3-D printers go off with a bang, print weapons at home Paul Smeltzer Opinion Columnist

Cheating destroys values, skips helpful information legislators have discussed enforcing harsher penalties for cheaters. People always say the U.S. is falling behind in test scores, but how accurate is this statement if so many Dani Anguiano people are swindling their way to the top? Opinion Columnist The decisions of some students can affect how counIf you absolutely knew you could get away with it, tries rank internationally. It’s clear the emphasis is not on how well they are learning but instead on the grades would you cheat? Most people would say no. But claiming you have they receive, with no concern for how students actually integrity and actually having it are two very different earned them. If our exams are designed to measure what we have things. Good grades are required to impress future employers learned in a course, they should be about more than just and make graduate school applications shine. Because a grade. There are too many students who value a certain mark of this, some students don’t consider peeking at their over actually learning the material. By cheating, the neighbor’s notes as much of an ethical dilemma. Recently, I’ve heard about and seen many students value of education is lowered and values like honesty and integrity are negated. willing to cheat. Students aren’t necessarily cheatIt raises the question: Are values ing because they are dishonest, lazy relevant? If cheating is widespread, people. It can also happen because does that make it acceptable? Are values relevant? a value is placed upon quantitative My friend recently told me that If cheating is so rather than qualitative assessments during one of her exams, students widespread, does that of learning. casually pulled out their notes, pracWhile you may receive good grades tice exams and even old tests from make it acceptable? by cheating, this habit could eventuprevious semesters. I would bet that ally leave you incapable of learning most of those students would still enough to do your job after graduaclaim to be honest people with values tion. After all, if you don’t know the even after blatantly cheating on that material well enough to be tested on it, how can you exam. But if our actions don’t reflect our values, those val- possibly have a successful career? Although bluffing your way through a few exams may ues are meaningless. For me, a good grade I didn’t earn might as well just seem inconsequential, if you are willing to compromise be an “F.” Receiving a good grade for looking at my your values now, what is going to stop you from doing notes during an exam rather than working hard is not that in the future? By working hard now and developing a strong work something I can be proud of. This kind of cheating isn’t confined to the U.S. In ethic, you’ll be more prepared for the future. China, academic dishonesty is widespread. Eighty percent of college students admitted to cheat- Dani Anguiano can be reached at ing on exams, according to a survey of 900 college danguiano@theorion.com students by the China Youth Daily. MORE ON THEORION.com Listen to a podcast about ethics. Issues regarding dishonesty are such a problem that

The process is simple: Click, print, bang. Three-dimensional printing is reframing the national conversation about gun control by allowing anyone to make high-capacity magazines and firearms without background checks or federal registration. The printers melt various materials into a liquid and layer the liquid until the intended three-dimensional object is made. Some printers are sold for as little as $500. When MakerBot Industries began selling these machines, they pictured people making household products such as coat hangers, shoes and children’s toys. However, some have taken this “fun” invention to new extremes by self-manufacturing firearms, also known as “wiki weapons.” At the forefront of this movement is 25-year-old law student Cody Wilson, a self-titled crypto-anarchist. He started a nonprofit organization called Defense Distributed, which hosts a website that provides free downloadable gun schematics for 3-D printers. America saw 16 mass shootings in 15 different states during 2012, People all over the according to thenation. world are downloading com. Even after these his files, and he gets off tragedies, Wilson aims on that. to eventually create and publish a file for an untraceable,completely 3-D printed firearm. He’s pretty much taken an innocent teddy bear and turned it into a killing machine. That means criminals, psychologically twisted individuals and anybody else with access to the right tools could legally make a gun with no serial number, age restrictions or sales receipt. Wilson is currently working on making a stronger lower receiver, which is the mechanism that houses the trigger. This is the only component of a gun the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms regulates. A 12-year-old could make the lower receiver and buy the other parts online while his parents think he’s fast asleep in his room. Under the guise of “openness,” Wilson said in an eerie YouTube video that making guns is about something more radical than the Second Amendment. “Can 3-D printing be subversive?” he asked. Subversive? More like absolutely insane. This guy contends universal access to guns is the Holy Grail for a utopian society — one that may never see the democratic wholeness our nation was built toward. People from all over the world are downloading his files, and he gets off on that. He’s Satan’s little helper. Wilson defends his idea by saying that if something can go wrong it will, which is like jumping off a cliff for the sake of being able to. He’s entitled to an opinion, but when that opinion has growing support— because it could lead to more shootings like the one in Newtown, Conn.— it’s wrong. From movies and books, we’ve been conditioned all our lives to assume technology will fix problems, not make them. It may sound unrealistic, but in about a decade, these machines may be a commodity in the majority of American households. We need to prevent the printing of materials from undermining our nation’s progress toward safety. We need to monitor more closely what individuals are developing in their homes in order to stop this loophole from creating lethal outcomes. Paul Smeltzer can be reached at psmeltzer@theorion.com

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4 steps to improve lagging self-esteem

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Marty Salgado Advice Columnist

Dear Wildcats, Being shy can be a problem, especially for those who want to be involved in college activities and meet new people. Having a lack of confidence or an awkward demeanor can quickly prevent one from participating in class lectures, group work or meeting potential friends on campus. Here are some friendly suggestions to slowly get you out of your shell: 1. Find a group that shares your interest There are many groups and clubs on campus. Pick one that harbours the same love you have for your hobby or interest. Sometimes knowing you are among people who enjoy the same activities as you can help you relax and realize you are among equals. Remember, those involved with groups on campus share a common factor of wanting to meet new people. 2. Don’t sit in the back of the class There are times when you just want to be a hermit and sit in the corner of the classroom in order to blend into the walls. Try getting out of that corner and into the first four rows of seats. Putting yourself out there among other students will help get you into more discussions. Realize that no one is always right during a class discussion. It’s OK to be wrong when speaking out in class; learn from others and move on.

Self-confidence can take years to build, but always remember there is nothing wrong with being shy.

3. Talk to your professor Talking one-on-one with professors can be intimidating. Talk to yours in his or her office and privately share your interest in class participation while explaining how you feel embarrassed. Being open about your timid nature may be a small step toward getting past it. Establish a friendship with your professor so that when you speak in class it’s like you are talking to a friend and everyone else is just listening. 4. Find an outgoing friend Team up with friends who are social to get over your introverted nature. Tell them you want to hang out with them and meet new people. It feels good to go someplace new and experience different things with outgoing people who will also keep your feelings in mind. Watch how your friends meet people and try to emulate those actions. If your friends are charming, they might introduce you to others themselves, leaving out the hard part for you. Self-confidence can take years to build, but always remember there is nothing wrong with being shy. Being nervous and embarrassed to a point where you can’t speak or meet people is a trait that can be improved over time. Tell yourself you are equal to everyone else and are worthy of companionship. Good luck, Wildcats. Be confident with who you are. -Wisecat Marty Salgado can be reached at wisecat@theorion.com

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4 rules to actively promote events, groups on campus

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attraction. There are at least four aspects club members should consider when promoting. Nicole Santos Opinion Columnist

1. Have an activity For UThrive, the rugby team had a ball toss game, and the triathlon club had a stationary bike students could ride. I’ve even seen clubs draw students’ attention with a prize wheel they could spin to receive goodies.

Did you know last week was UThrive? The weeklong event promoted health and wellness with various activities on campus, including smoothies generated by bicycle power, a rugby ball toss and two free hours with a personal trainer avail2. Supply food, particularly candy able at the Wildcat Recreation Center. Treats never fail to bring a smile to a Dr. Drew Pinsky, a call-in radio show host, also gave a presentation at Bell stranger’s face. Plus, it’s a conversation starter. Memorial Union Auditorium. “Do you want some Discussing health candy?” can always be and wellness is the followed with, “Here’s perfect way for stusome brief informadents to get involved tion about what we and become active on Clubs and organizations are doing today.” campus. that promote their groups Unfortunately, need to realize the rules of 3. Be vocal UThrive didn’t thrive. Don’t be afraid A friend of mine, attraction. There are at least to yell and shout to who works for the BMU four aspects club members those who pass by. I events team, helped should consider when heard a member from plan UThrive. He the triathlon club conspent about 20 hours promoting. sistently shouting a week preparing the to those walking by, activities and asking “Ever heard of the triorganizations if they athlon club? Would would participate. you like to join?” Unfortunately, the time and effort used to create UThrive went unnoticed because of a lack of stu- 4. Be active Hand out fliers to spread the word and dent participation. The planning staff placed colorful signs hang posters on bulletin boards around around campus lawns detailing specific campus. The act of tabling sometimes health facts, such as the fact that young isn’t enough — students need to know adults experience the highest rates of where and when to find you. motor vehicle injury and death, homicide, There may have been a Facebook event mental health problems, substance abuse page and posters in the WREC locker and sexually transmitted infections. I wonder how many students actually rooms to promote UThrive, but it obviously wasn’t enough to capture students’ took the time to read these signs. Every week, various student organiza- attention. Living a healthy lifestyle in college can tions and clubs table on campus, fighting be difficult, and UThrive could’ve been for the attention of student passersby. The triathlon club, acrobatics club, the remedy to help students get on the Chico State cheer and other organizations right track. As leaders, we need to fiercely promote are often present to encourage students to our events and organizations, and as stujoin their groups. As I table with my dance club, I have dents, we need to support those events realized how difficult it is to attract stu- with pride. Let’s get active and stay active. dents to our table if they didn’t already know about our organization. Clubs and organizations that promote Nicole Santos can be reached at their groups need to realize the rules of nsantos@theorion.com

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A cartoon of a turkey with large breasts wearing heels has been featured on the packaging of a turkey hooker tool. Carol J. Adams, longtime activist and author, voiced her disgust on campus last week over this provocative image. The image oppresses both animals and women, Adams said. The picture is not only obscene, but it also serves no purpose. If it is supposed to be comical, we don’t get the joke. If it is saying only women can use a turkey hooker, it’s offensive. In any case, we would prefer our food to not be personified.

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deductible, limited doctor plan, the state contribution indeed covers 100 percent of The Orion story (April 10) about faculty the premium. But for a married faculty member health care is inaccurate. The state does not pay 100 percent of with three children who wants a plan that allows for medical choices or low faculty health care premiums. In reality, faculty members choose deductibles, the state will pay only about 65 percent of the from a variety of premium. health care options. If the state wishes The health care preto reduce the monthly miums vary by plan The state does not pay 100 premiums it pays, it and the number of percent of faculty health may negotiate at condependents a faculty tract time. member may have. care premiums. Of course, if health The California Facpremiums were to be ulty Association cut, we might expect negotiates a monthly that the CFA would health care premium with the CSU system, which then con- seek to increase faculty salaries by a simtributes that amount to each health care ilar amount. plan. Currently that amount is between $900 - Glen Bleske, professor emeritus to $1,000 a month. Chico State department of journalism For an unmarried faculty member with no children who chooses the high and public relations Dear Editor,

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The California State University system may reduce employee health benefits if Gov. Jerry Brown’s proposed budget passes. The CSU currently provides a variety of benefit packages for faculty members, most for a monthly premium. In contrast, the state pays employees 80 to 85 percent of health care benefits. It’s only fair CSU employees are given the same. But with a lack of salary increases on top of the chopped benefits, we wonder if this will affect future employment, thus putting our education at stake.

Album Review: Jai Paul “Jai Paul” Jai Paul made his Internet debut in 2007 with “BTSTU” and received massive coverage. He later signed with XL Recordings in 2010. A followup single titled “Jasmine” was released early 2012, and over the last six years, Paul’s career has been filled with ambiguity and rumors. The Bandcamp debut of his most recent album Saturday was filled with what many had hoped for: a seductive balance of electronic, soul, dance and world music to craft a relaxing, new musical experience. The only flaw to the album is that it feels incomplete. It was later revealed that this release was an illegal leak from a stolen computer. While we may not yet have a complete project from Paul, it is something to hold over the avid listener. -Trevor Platt

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