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Ukrainians react to unrest in homeland Yessenia Funes

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Once or twice, Evelina Trinchuk, 36, and her husband, Tolik, headed to Kiev’s central square in the capital of Ukraine, not knowing whether they’d make it home at the end of the night. Protesters like them faced three other possibilities: arrests, beatings or death — all at the hands of Berkuts, a subdivision of Ukrainian police officers. “These people were most cruel,” YAROSLOV Trinchuk said. LAZURENKO “They tortured both Chico State men and women. Junior They killed. They exploded personal vehicles.” Though Trinchuk felt helpless because she could do nothing as others died right before her eyes, she also felt angry and confused. “I could not understand how all that mess could happen in the middle of Europe in the 21st century,” Trinchuk said. Nearly 100 Ukrainians have died since violence erupted in February, according to CNN. Though the story of the Ukraine is complex, recent conflicts boil down to the people’s dissatisfaction with former pro-Russian president Viktor Yanukovych’s refusal to sign a trade agreement with the European Union, said Kate Transchel, a good friend of Trinchuk and a

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Comeback ’Cats heading to Elite Eight Sergio Sanchez

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The Chico State men’s basketball team defeated Cal State Stanislaus on March 17 to play in its first NCAA Division II Championship Tournament Elite Eight game in school history at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26 in Evansville, Ind. It was the first Sweet 16 appearance in Chico State men’s basketball history. The Warriors controlled the first 39 minutes of the game. Chico State was down by 11 points with just over two minutes left to play. The season seemed to be coming to an end. The ’Cats would achieve a miraculous comeback. Chico State tied and took the lead for the first time in the game with only 1.9 seconds remaining. Senior forward Amir Carraway was fouled and hit the go-ahead free throw to win 81-80, sending Chico State to the Elite Eight. The victory improved Chico State’s overall record to 25-7. The Wildcats will face Southeast Regional champions South Carolina-Aiken. This is the second Elite Eight appearance for the Pacers who have an overall record of 32-3. Senior guard Sean Park compared South Carolina-Aiken to conference rivals Cal State San Bernardino. “This team plays like San Bernardino because they have a high-powered offense,” Park said. “The key to beating them is slowing them down offensively and keeping them off the boards.” The Wildcats have been solid all season when it comes to stopping opponents. After beginning the the season 7-1 and facing its first loss against Cal State Stanislaus, the Wildcats finished with a record of 20-6. Coach Greg Clink became the first head coach in Chico State’s 99-year men’s basketball history to win 100 games in his first six seasons.

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making history Chico State men’s basketball will play in its first NCAA Division II Championship Tournament Elite Eight game against South Carolina-Aiken. This also marked the final season for seniors Rashad Parker, Amir Carraway, Giordano Estrada, Sean Park and Nate Appel. Park and Carraway achieved more than 1,000 career points this season, an accomplishment only 14 men’s basketball players have done. Chico State advanced to the California Collegiate Athletic Association Championship Tournament along with rivals Cal State Stanislaus and Cal State San Bernardino. The ’Cats won its first-round game against San Francisco State and then defeated Cal Poly Pomona, a team that beat Chico State

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twice in the regular season, in the second round. Chico State faced Cal State Stanislaus in the CCAA Championship title game and lost 70-82, its worst loss of the season. Despite losing the CCAA title game, the ’Cats were selected to the NCAA Division II Championship Tournament and ranked as the No. 4 seed in the West Regional. After defeating Cal Baptist in the first round, the ‘Cats faced No. 1 seed Cal State San Bernardino in the second round. The ’Cats dominated Cal State San Bernardino 94-77 and scored more points in that game than it has in the last six seasons. Despite the season being on the line for

the fourth time in the tournament, extra pressure is not a concern for Park. “I don’t think there is added pressure because for the last three games we have had our season on the line,” Park said. “Even though the stakes are higher, we will approach the game the same way.” The winner of the Elite Eight matchup between Chico State and South Carolina-Aiken will face the winner of West Liberty versus Drury on Thursday. Sergio Sanchez can be reached at

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Full house Sociology professor Marianne Paiva lectures in a classroom that is filled to capacity. Paiva teaches a highly impacted pathway course, “Sociology of Human Stress.”

Impacted pathway courses cause enrollment frustration dents, she said. Now she teaches three sections adjustments as people get used to the new proof the class and had more than 50 wait-listed stu- gram,” Loker said. dents in each class. Sections in the pathways, called “stones,” are The long waitlists are frustrating for students set to offer students three different courses. Stuexpecting to graduate this semester, she said. dents must take one of the three offered classes “We just have a lot of students who are tryto satisfy the stone in their pathway. ing to complete their pathway,” Paiva wsaid. However, certain pathways, like the Science, “They’ve done all of their lower-division genTechnology and Values pathway, offer just one eral education and now they’re trying to get into or two courses in upper-division stones so every upper-division, which is very, very impacted.” student in the given pathway is trying to take The reason certhe same class, Loker tain classes are so said. impacted is because An announcement the six lower-division was recently sent general education to all of the departclasses funnel stuments encouraging dents from the Health professors to apply to and Wellness pathway teach empty spots in into just three upperthe general education Marianne Paiva division general eduprogram, he said. Sociology professor cation classes, Paiva This is only the said. second year of the In order for more pathways system and students to take the both Loker and Paiva courses they need, more sections of “Sociol- said that any new system is going to have kinks. ogy of Human Stress” are being offered during “I really like the idea of the pathways,” Paiva the fall and spring semesters. Summer sections said. “I like the concept of making general eduof the class are also being offered to students, cation more cohesive. I think that’s a good thing, according to the Chico State Summer Session but this is our first year that we are really feelschedule. ing the impact of the pathways and I think it William Loker, the dean of undergraduate was unexpected.” education, said the departments are still trying to figure out what the demand is for pathway Madison Holmes can be reached at newseditor@theorion.com or courses. “In some ways, it’s like growing pains and @theorion_news on Twitter.

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When John Vrooman went to his first class of the spring semester, he didn’t think he’d be sitting on the floor. Vrooman, a sociology major, is enrolled in Sociology 363, “Sociology of Human Stress,” a class taught by Marianne Paiva. The class had over 50 wait-listed students at the beginning of the semester. “I came in and was disappointed because I was enrolled, but I had to sit on the stairs on the ground like everybody else,” Vrooman said. “It wasn’t too pleasant. My back hurt the whole time.” The class is just one of Marianne many courses that have Paiva an overwhelming amount Sociology of wait-listed students, Professor Paiva said. “We’ve become significantly more impacted,” she said. “I see a lot more students on my waitlist than I ever have.” Paiva has been teaching the class for two years, she said. She has taught three times as many sections of “Sociology of Human Stress” in the past year because of the unexpected popularity of the Health and Wellness pathway. In previous years, Paiva was teaching one section of Sociology 363 with few wait-listed stu-

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Campus, community preps for Chavez giving out free bottles of Corona Extra to those dress up, he said. John Ehrke, the manager of Madison Bear Garden, also did not receive a letter but has never given out free or discounted alcohol to anyone stereotypically dressed up, he said. Several campus events are being held for students to have an opportunity to learn about Chavez, Robinson said. A rally will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Trinity Commons. On Friday, M.E.Ch.A, a Chicano student club, will host a Chavez-themed art gallery at Trinity Commons. Chavez’s daughter and son-in-law will speak Monday at the Bell Memorial Union plaza preceding a community service event hosted by Cats in the Community. Expecting higher levels of partying, additional Chico Police officers will be patrolling on the holiday and throughout the week, said

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Members of the Chico State campus community are attempting to transform the city’s reputation of using Cesar Chavez Day as a time to drink and dress up as Latino stereotypes. “To use this holiday as an opportunity to dress up, mimic and make mockery of a culture is just disrespectful,” said Tray Robinson, director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at Chico State. A letter was sent out to bars by the Office of Diversity and Inclusion asking businesses not to have any stereotype-themed activities in their facilities, like giving free shots or discounted shots for someone wearing a sombrero or sporting a fake mustache, he said. Stacey Schafer, owner of the Oasis Bar and Grill, did not receive a letter and still plans on

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Chico police Lt. Mike O’Brien. The Campus Alcohol and Drug Education Center will be tabling and passing out water bottles Monday with the help of Greek life organizations, said JW Dobbe, the president of Cats in the Community and commissioner of community affairs for Associated Students. Chico State has pushed hard to move away from the negative party image and now it’s the students’ responsibility to meet the university halfway, said Fabiola Paniagua, a senior recreation therapy major. “We can advertise and campaign as much as possible, but students need to be willing to listen and actually seek out these means,” Paniagua said. Madison Holmes can be reached at

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OFF TO THE RACES Members of the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers at Chico State run tests on the vehicle so that it can idle consistently. In June, they will race the machine in Nebraska against 80 other schools.

Chico automotive club builds race car Mozes Zarate

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A Chico State automotive engineering club is putting the finishing touches on a race car they’ve built from scratch. In June, the group will race the machine against 80 other chapters from around the world at the Formula SAE Lincoln in Nebraska, said Josh Miranda, a mechatronic engineering major and head of the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers.

Almost everything was built in-house at the engineering lab in Plumas 114, he said. The car uses a motorcycle engine that the group bought out-of-pocket on Craigslist for around $500. “Some[one] tried to put it in a quad and couldn’t get the chain tensioned and decided to sell the project,” Miranda said. “It would have been a pretty bitchin’ quad.” The car weighs about 600 pounds with a 100-pound steel frame and travels up to 170 mph.

It started with nothing at first, Miranda said. The group spent a year drafting the design and spent another year manufacturing all the parts. “We basically just started with a piece of aluminum, went off the design and put it all together,” he said. Chapters from colleges in Brazil, Japan and Canada will be competing with Chico State at the Formula SAE Lincoln, Miranda said. The main goal is to finish the endurance race, where the car will make laps around the

track for about half an hour, he said. Only half of the machines ever finish the endurance race, he said. The team will be testing the car until June and then it’s a 22-hour drive to the races, Miranda said. “It’s been a lot of work,” he said. “A lot of late nights. A lot of stress. But it’s all worth it.” Mozes Zarate can be reached at

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Senate votes against end to outdoor program The program will return to suspension if Wei follows the senate’s lead and rejects the proposal, according to the university’s The Orion discontinuation guidelines. Otherwise, the A vote by the Academic Senate to oppose program could still face discontinuance the discontinuation of a wilderness leadeven if the proposal is approved. ership program Thursday afternoon was If the program remains suspended, the met with cheers from students in attenfuture of the option lies in a discussion bedance. tween the College of Communication and The senate voted 25-to-8 against a proEducation and the kinesiology faculty, inposal to eliminate the Outdoor Education cluding those in Outdoor Education, said option in the kinesiology major. Paula Selvester, chair of the Academic Reid Cross, a kinesiology faculty memSenate. ber who created the Outdoor Education “It’s a ‘wait and see’ right now,” she said. option, said he was pleased that a decision Joshua Trout, chair of the kinesiology has been reached. department, said that while the the final The ruling outlined the importance of decision may not end in discontinuation, it academic prodoesn’t change cedures like the financial the senate vote, problems the Cross said. option is fac“ P r o c e ing. dure protects “Our departthe minority ment can’t afview,” he said. ford it,” Trout “And that’s said. “There what uniare students versity is all and faculty Samantha Fantuzo about.” out there who Senior kinesiology major Enrollment think this is in the program important but has been susit’s a problem pended since of finance.” May 2012. The proposal for discontinuing the proThe senate’s vote provides a possibility gram cited liability risks, staffing restricthat the program can be rekindled, Cross tions and disproportionate costs compared said, although where its future lies is curto other majors and options as elements rently unclear. that troubled the program financially. “The program won’t be exactly as it The courses are costly and would divert was,” Cross said. “It could be better.” money from programs that would serve the Had it been discontinued, it would not majority of kinesiology students, he said. “rise from the ashes like a phoenix,” he “We have 900 students in kinesiology,” said. Trout said. “Those students need our time While the Academic Senate has made and money.” its recommendation, the final deliberation The department does not intend to rewill come from Belle Wei, provost and vice vive the option at this time, he said. president for academic affairs. “With significant overhaul and dramatic Nicholas Carr Christine Lee

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In or Out Current and former students of the Outdoor Education curriculum applaud when the results of the senate voted 25-to-8 against a proposal to eliminate the Outdoor Education option. course changes, we might consider it,” Trout said. “But it’s completely broken beyond repair.” For past and present students of Chico State’s outdoor education curriculum, the vote was a sign of hope that the program might be reinitiated someday. Steven Wescott, a Chico State alumnus who graduated in 2009 with a certificate in outdoor education, came from Berkeley to attend the meeting. Now employed with Outward Bound, an outdoor education organization, Wescott is hopeful that the issues surrounding the program can be resolved. His education at Chico State provided a foundation that he can reflect upon whenever he runs into problems in his profes-

sion, he said. “Whenever I get in those situations, I come back to what I learned here,” Wescott said. Samantha Fantuzo, a senior kinesiology major, is one of the last students left in the program as others have graduated since the suspension. Fantuzo took part in several field trips involving hiking, skiing, rock climbing and backpacking during the option’s first year. “I feel like I’ve gotten all my strength from this program,” she said. The Orion can be reached at

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UKRAINE: Professor offers home to Ukrainian refugees » continued from A1 Chico State professor of Russian and East European Studies. While the majority of Ukrainians sided with the European Union, a minority of Russian-speaking Ukrainians sided with Russia, wanting to maintain close ties with the country, Transchel said. This minority lies within Crimea, an autonomous republic in southeastern Ukraine, and along the eastern borders of the country. In March, Russian troops occupied Ukraine in an attempt to annex Crimea. The United States and the European Union disapproved and placed sanctions on Russian officials, as reported by CNN. Transchel worries for the lives of her friends and for a possible civil war or war between Ukraine and Russia. Trinchuk and her husband live in Kiev, in the middle of the worst violence. “This is probably the most important international event since the collapse of the Berlin Wall,” Transchel said. Transchel grew up during the Cold War. She remembers ducking beneath her desk in school for drills. As an American, she

grew up believing Russians hated her, she said. Russian history became her passion, so Transchel visited Russia and Ukraine to write her dissertation in Russian and Soviet history. This part of the world is her expertise. Transchel lived in this area for two years, where she met the Trinchuks and several other friends. Her friends, Tanya and Volodya, whose last names she omitted for their protection, live in Lutsk, a city in western Ukraine. They sew socks, gloves and hats for the protesters and send food and money for the fight against Russia, she said. Trinchuk worked full time for the Ukrainian government in the Cabinet of Ministers, so she was too busy to hit the

streets. Instead, she began sending medical supplies and helping the wounded. She lost her job after pro-Russian president Viktor Yanukovych was forced out of office in February and had more time to protest. “ T h e s e people are educated,” T r a n schel said. “They’re upEvelina Trinchuk per-middle Ukrainian class people. They’re like you or I, and to think they have to go through this. Their lives are disrupted.” Chico State junior Yaroslav Lazurenko has family who lives in Chernigov, a small village in northern Ukraine. Though the violence hasn’t hit home, their lives can still be affected, he said. Russia imports Ukraine’s natural gas, so his family would be left without any of it

I hope you never have to go through this.

if Russia chooses to cut it off, he said. His family members are scared of losing their jobs too — many jobs are state-supported or government jobs. “Fuck Russia,” Lazurenko said. Transchel offered her home as refuge to her friends in case civil war breaks out or Ukraine goes to war with Russia. Trinchuk urges students to assemble petitions to their governments asking them to do what they find necessary in regard to Russia as a “worldwide threat to a peaceful normal life.” If Russia can fail to acknowledge Ukraine’s new government, it can do the same to other countries, she said. “Tomorrow they will send their troops to the U.S. with the same message,” Trinchuk said. “Would you like it?” Three months ago, Trinchuk never would’ve imagined this happening to her country. “I hope you never have to go through this.” Yessenia Funes can be reached at

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Blotter Tuesday, 10:19 a.m.: Property lost, found, recovered at University Village on Nord Avenue. “Housing services checks came across some marijuana. Contraband for destruction. Primary officer at scene and will do a University Housing report.” Wednesday, 7:26 p.m.: Open door on north side of Trinity Hall. “Custodial supervisor advising he found the exterior door facing the rose garden open, custodial closet was also found open. He advised there is no custodian on duty tonight working in that building, requesting an officer do a walkthrough of building.” Saturday, 2:00 p.m.: Suspicious subject on Chestnut Street. “Male subject, no shirt, green shorts, hanging out in front of sorority residence. Subject standing in front yard, units to make contact. Subject was picking oranges, moved along.” Sunday, 11:13 a.m.: Suspicious subject at Bidwell Mansion. “White male adult with possible pistol in his waistband. Subject in possession of replica BB gun. Officer out with subject, booked on CPD.” Sunday, 1:37 p.m.: Fire alarm in Langdon Hall. “Fire alarm pulled on first floor. Subject seen leaving the area and is standing outside. No sign of fire. Noise complaint called in from Rio Chico, advising reset of fire alarm.”

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The police blotter is a selection of information cited directly from Chico Police Department and University Police Department. Monday, 4:43 p.m.: Drunk in public at Taylor Hall construction site. “Inebriated white male adult near The Bear corner, subject jumped the fence into the construction site. Bear staff advised to keep an eye on the area. Unable to locate at site.”

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Tuesday, 4:04 p.m.: Petty theft at Bella’s Sports Bar on Broadway Street. “Reporting party says her purse was stolen from the bar, she tracked her iPhone and located it at a house in Chico. She went to the house and spoke to subject who says he bought the iPhone from a friend of a friend. Reporting party got her items back but is missing cash and a credit card that has been used. Subject can provide information about thief.” Wednesday, 4:45 p.m.: DUI crash at Horseshoe Lake. “Vehicle was spinning out and ran into a wooden post at the parking lot, appears to be trying to leave. Second reporting party advising vehicle is stuck in the fence and male driver appears inebriated, screaming at people about taking pictures of the crash. Vehicle towed, driver arrested.” Thursday, 6:01 a.m.: Suspicious subject at 196 E. 8th Ave. “Reporting party was woken up by female yelling about the devil. Subject was seen trying to get into apartments next door, last seen northbound towards Starbucks and was attempting to get inside. Reporting party lost visual.” Friday, 8:03 p.m.: Drunk in public at Alcoholic’s Anonymous meeting location on Mangrove Avenue. “Very inebriated male walked into the AA Meeting, wearing a plastic bag. Subject is mumbling and is currently too inebriated for the group to assist him with his alcohol issue. Members are trying to escort him out but reporting party now fears that the subject cannot care for himself.” Sunday, 12:44 p.m.: Subject disturbance near Jack in the Box on Esplanade Avenue. “Subject now tearing her clothes off at bus stop, walking in the middle the road. Second reporting party advising subject is in traffic, cars swerving not to hit her. Last seen not fully dressed and walking toward Save Mart area.” -- compiled by Nathan Lehmann

The Chico Police Department rang in another calm St. Patrick’s Day this year. There were a total of 33 arrests between 7 a.m. Monday and 7 a.m. Tuesday, according to a press release. There were 27 arrests last year. “It was pretty mellow,” Chico police Lt. Michael O’Brien said. “Yesterday was reasonable but this year is a little more active. Overall, this year was more manageable.” Activity levels were highest in the afternoon and evening, according to the press release. Efforts to make St. Patrick’s Day fall on Chico State’s spring break made the day more manageable, O’Brien said. “We don’t have as many people in town partying and they’re not inviting out-of-town people — that’s a big deal,” he said. In previous years, bars would open at 6 a.m. during the holiday and people would line up to drink more after partying all night long, O’Brien said. “Bars have been closing early during these events and that’s been helpful,” he said. House parties have greatly reduced as well, O’Brien said. The partying is much more controlled and the environment is different. “We don’t see those St. Patrick’s party days anymore,” he said. Christine Lee can be reached at

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Hoover pleads not guilty to all charges Christine Lee

Asst News Editor The man charged with a DUI hit-and-run that resulted in the death of Chico State student Kristina Chesterman in September plead not guilty to all charges Wednesday. Riley Dean Hoover, 20, appeared Wednesday at the Butte County Superior Court in Oroville. Hoover faces charges for the following: • Driving under the influence and causing severe bodily injury for the death of Kristina Chesterman. • Driving with a blood alcohol content level above .08 and inflicting injuries upon Chesterman that caused a coma. • Leaving the scene of an accident. • Selling or transporting marijuana. • Manufacturing a controlled substance. Two felony counts of money laundering were brought against Hoover In an additional case filed in January. Superior court judge James Reilly set the trial date to Aug. 25 to combine the hearing of both cases. Christine Lee can be reached at

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Chico State has had a reputation as a party school for decades now. After this past school year the number of participants and arrests during drinking-related holidays appears to be decreasing. While partying may seem like harmless fun to many students, it is a serious issue for many institutions and members of the community. And for good cause; there have been far too many drinking-related injuries and deaths in Chico. The declining numbers are a result of the direct and concentrated efforts of university administrators, local police and even some students to subdue the pandemonium that comes with drinking-related holidays. The decrease in party activity benefits the community and all parties responsible should be commended. Last Labor Day saw a decrease in participants in the thousands. Increased law enforcement from 12 different agencies was cited as the reason for this decline in one of Chico’s most popular drinking holidays, as previously reported by The Orion. This month, during Chico’s most recent drinking holiday, St. Patrick’s day, police noted that this year’s celebrating had mellowed, as reported by The Orion. The university’s move to have spring break fall on this holiday led to a smaller student population in Chico at the time and it was certainly a factor. While the campus and the community should celebrate an apparent decrease in partying, it is important to understand that the problem isn’t solved. This semester has seen alcohol-related student deaths and reckless drinking still plagues this town. The Chico community holds its collective breath as Cesar Chavez day approaches. approaching. The university administration can continue to push safe celebrations but the responsibility is ultimately with the students. A concentrated effort by the students to be more responsible and safe this Cesar Chavez day would be something worth celebrating. Chico State’s reputation has been hurt time and time again by drinking-related deaths and students need to be the ones to take action.

Consciousness sets sail like an intergalactic yacht, packed with musically-gifted aliens and fun, harmless herbs to share.

Chasing ‘The Big Happy’ Kevin Crittenden

Opinion Columnist

Among the unalienable rights mentioned in the Declaration of Independence, the pursuit of happiness always stuck in my mind like a song I couldn’t shake. Although the political context in which the declaration was written was much different than the world I live in now, the phrase implies happiness is something always just out of reach. But I like to think of happiness as the background noise of the universe — it’s always there, whether or not you can hear it. What makes people happy? How do we measure happiness? Research in psychology points to hugs, which release oxytocin, as a way of bringing more good feelings into the world through touch.

Dubbed “the happy molecule” by neuroeconomist Paul Zak, this little chemical is responsible for the feeling of love that sustains romantic relationships and familial bonds. So, more hugs equals more happiness. But people are certainly more complex than that. What about money? Fame? Achievement? Aren’t these the things that our culture points us toward? Perhaps. But I doubt Donald Trump’s success has bought him a lasting sense of high spirits. Everyone seems to be chasing “the big happy” as if it were a trophy animal to be stalked, killed and mounted on the wall, a possession to proudly display. I’m skeptical about the idea that happiness is something that needs to be hunted like some emotional white whale, much less something to own. A spontaneous sense of joy can spring from activities that pull us into

A spontaneous sense of joy can spring from activities that pull us into the moment.

the moment. Anything that gives a sense of flow is usually accompanied by euphoria. There’s been talk about being “in the zone,” or in sports, “going beast mode.” Flow is people doing what they do best and losing a sense of time while in total immersion with the task at hand. All concerns with past or future dissolve. Consciousness sets sail like an intergalactic yacht, packed with musically-gifted aliens and fun, harmless herbs to share. OK, maybe that’s just my happy place. If any of what I put down into words is worth reading, it’s because flow happened. Good writing carries the experience for readers to enjoy. Whether it’s writing, athletic skill or video games, the merging of action and awareness makes flow a pathway to felicity. Besides, I know I’ve caught up to happiness before, even if writing this column only took me to a galaxy far, far away for a flash. Kevin Crittenden can be reached at kcrittenden@theorion.com or

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Online classes offer obstacles to education Valerie Teegardin

Opinion Columnist

As the last half of the semester draws near, enrollment for classes next fall looms overhead. Before signing up for online courses, consider why getting an education over the web may cost you a lot more than the enrollment fees.

High failure rate

Having taken a math course online through Chico State, I’ve experienced the frustration of learning material displayed on a computer screen firsthand. The absence of spoken lectures was one of the biggest issues for me. The style of teaching I find most effective in a traditional class was replaced by the faint sound of my laptop’s electrical hum and the clicks of the mouse. With no material spoken aloud, it was up to me to learn through the digital textbook. Gone were my days of scribbled notes in the margins and highlighted key terms, study tools necessary for me to stay engaged while reading. As a result, I often found myself rereading pages because I had no clue what I had read the first time. And alas, the blue glow of the Facebook tab was too enticing to ignore. Needing a break from my growing frustration, I’d seek refuge in meaningless memes and status updates. Virtually all of the methods that help me stay attentive and alert in class were rendered useless online. There is no doubt in my mind I would have failed that online math course if not for the

math tutoring sessions I signed up for at the Student Services Center. Luckily, that resource was available — studies show that failure to pass a class is not uncommon in an online setting. It was found that 350 of the 12,700 students registered for an online bioelectricity class took the final exam, according to research by Yvonne Belanger, the head of assessment and planning for the Center for Instructional Technology at Duke University. That is a 97 percent dropout rate. I think it is partially a result of dependency on the Web as the medium for teaching. Although online courses have certain advantages, it’s clear that the method is flawed.

Stunting social interaction

Never again will someone be in an environment as expansive and diverse as a college campus. This is a golden opportunity to dive headfirst into a mixing pot of people, to emerge well-rounded and more socially apt. Learning online eliminates this peer-and-professor interaction and ultimately eliminates the opportunity for lifelong lessons. Personally, I believe getting an education means so much more than memorizing information and regurgitating it on exams. To me, it’s about understanding the world I live in and how I play a role in it. This is one situation where the traditional way truly is the best way to go about receiving an education. Valerie Teegardin can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or

@vteegardin on Twitter.

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THUMBS Thumbs up to the Chico State men’s basketball team making it to the Elite Eight of March Madness. Go sports!

Zachary Phillips

Asst. Opinion Editor Thumbs down to the end of spring break. Friends and family mourn the untimely loss and remember spring break as having a sunny disposition and a passion for “turning up.”

When I tell people that I have four roommates, they look at me like I’m an alien. “How do you do it?” “Is your house a war zone?” “You can crash on my couch whenever you need. Whenever.” Having multiple roommates is not a huge burden. I’m a college guy, not “Octomom.” For those who still aren’t convinced, here are a few reasons why having many roommates has made my college years more enjoyable.

Thumbs up to Starbucks selling alcohol at many locations. Ordering a “double-shot” in your latte suddenly got a lot more interesting.

Pooling resources

College students often miss their family’s home-cooked meals. With four roommates, family meals don’t have to be a thing of the past. Cooking dinner familystyle is beneficial on many different levels. I use less of my own groceries because everybody is contributing. Having 10 hands in the kitchen means less work for my tired two. Best of all, the finished product is bound to be a work of artistic genius — a food mosaic displaying each person’s creativity.

Thumbs down to the new app, Cloak, which allows people to avoid pesky friends. Now that one guy who never returns what he borrows has a friend in avoiding others.

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Saving money

My bank account sends each of my roommates a thank-you note every month for keeping rent so cheap. Between splitting rent, utilities, internet and household expenses, having several roommates is undoubtedly the smartest choice for financial security.

Making friends is hard

Conflict between friends is inevitable. For the poor soul who only has one roommate, conflict is devastating. The whole house’s vibe darkens, conversation screeches to a standstill and life just seems like a meaningless pit of despair. One of two things happens when one of my roommates and I have a falling out. Most often, we approach one another maturely and hash out our arguments as another roommate mediates. When that doesn’t work, we ignore each

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other and hang out with the other roommates until the whole thing gets tiring and we let it slide. Conflict resolution — it’s as easy as that. Between financial stability, home-cooked family dinners and conflict mediation, the choice seems rather obvious. Having a full house during college is both economical and entertaining.

For the stubborn few who remain unconvinced, I close with one last thought: pillow fort wars. It takes more than one soldier to launch a cushion catapult. Zachary Phillips can be reached at opinioneditor@theorion.com or

@ZachSPhillips on Twitter.

Getting used can get ugly over ever thinking that someone could need me. If there is a more soul-crushing experience than that, I don’t think I’ve felt it. It’s as if people just assumed I understood the way the world works once I got boobs. People started wanting things from me and didn’t care to reciprocate or even consider how I felt when all was said and done. The feeling of being used always seems to sneak up on me. It makes me feel so oblivious, yet so paranoid of who my real friends are. Having a friendly disposition has always been been a strong suit of mine. I can’t help it — I’m an ex-

Prin Mayowa

Opinion Columnist

troverted human who likes to be around other humans. It doesn’t help that my trust is very easy to earn. I hate to admit it, but I used to be so easily manipulated. I was someone who was so used to giving without asking for anything in return. I never expected a “thank you” and I almost never found myself receiving one anyway. Despite how many times I’ve been used, I always tell myself there is a lesson to be learned from it. Being mistreated hardens the heart, takes away the ability to feel empathy for others and has the potential to crush self-esteem. I am in the process of rebuilding myself. I’m slowly envisioning the person I want to be. I’d like to think that I am no longer a pushover, that I don’t care about what people think of me anymore. I had to get used to saying no. I had to recognize that the only person who was losing was me. But not anymore. There is nothing more profound than realizing that I’m worth more than what others think of me.

I’ve always been the type of girl who never assumed boys liked her. I never thought I was attractive and I found myself questioning it. During my first semester of college, I met a guy who made me feel as though I was funny, intelligent and most importantly — pretty. Little did I know, I was one in a string of girls. How disgusting is that? To add insult to injury, he stopped talking to me when he realized I wasn’t the type of girl that was willing to do what anyone asked of her. I find that when I’m used, the feeling of being needed turns into embarrassment The Orion ∤ ILLUSTRATION by frances mansour

I had to recognize that the only person who was losing was me.

The Orion ∤ Photograph by Madison holmes pathway Problems Sociology professor Marianne Paiva teaches her class, which is filled to capacity.

Although any new program is likely to have hiccups, highly impacted pathway classes have unfair consequences for students. The program’s goals of streamlining and simplifying general education are admirable but useless if students can’t enroll. More sections should be provided for pathway classes so that students don’t suffer under an inefficient program. See A2.

Photograph by whitehouse via Flickr Healthy choice The President’s administration will allow Obamacare registration past the set deadline.

The Obama administration’s decision to allow post-deadline Obamacare enrollment is just and necessary. With the March 31 deadline less than a week away, many have been unable to apply because of technical difficulties. Allowing late application for those who couldn’t because of issues beyond their control only seems right.

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community opinion editorial Over the past three decades numerous surveys have been done assessing frequency and severity of sexual misconduct. Results are inconsistent. Nonetheless, we all agree that rape is horrible, that it should be prevented, victims comforted and culprits prosecuted. We run into trouble, however, when we exaggerate the severity or likelihood of a problem. We know, for instance, that our campus has a drinking problem. We know that — whatever the number — too many students (some faculty as well) drink too much too often. We don’t have to be bludgeoned by

grossly exaggerated statistics to acknowledge drinking’s negative consequences: misspent allowances, impaired health, reduced mental acuity, all manner of silly, regrettable, often dangerous behavior. The same is true of sexual misconduct, which ranges from boorish comments to sexualized looking to invasive touching. At some level all of these behaviors are inappropriate, but there is a difference between faux pas and felony. If we do not distinguish between lesser and greater malfeasance, others may not take us seriously.

At some level all of these behaviors are inappropriate, but there is a difference between faux pas and felony.

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So, we have to be skeptical of the often-asserted “one-in-four” accusation; the claim that by graduation one in four college women are forcibly penetrated (or nearly so). Failing to make distinctions among severities of infraction and concomitant sanction would, in itself, be an injustice. Credibility is lost when the claim is made that the worst happens the most often. Moreover, far from succoring victims and safeguarding others, accusations (whether true or not) inflict their own type of misery and irretrievable injury. Just as a carpenter measures twice but cuts only once, so must we level terrible accusations only when compelled by credible evidence, not by conjecture or hyperbole.

Photograph by Avda-foto via Flickr True Grit Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey stars in the truly riveting new HBO show.

HBO has another hit on its hands. “True Detective” is so popular that the flood of people trying to watch Sunday’s season finale broke HBO GO. Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson star as police detectives entangled in a 17-year manhunt for a serial killer in Louisiana. Why would two sought-after film stars sign on to do a drawn out television series? Because this show brings something new to the table. Go to the ‘Study Break’ section of our website to read why staff writer Jedidiah Woodard thinks “True Detective” is easily the best new show in years.

William Todd-Mancillas is a former Chico State professor from the communication department.

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“I’m ready to get ‘em done and get the siting going, get it painted and say, ‘Here’s the keys.’” -Justin Besotes Senior construction management major

Under construction Emma Caswell,construction management major and project manager, uses a saw tool, top left. The crew posses for a picture during construction, right. Justin Besotes, senior construction management major, served as a student project manager, bottom left. The houses stand completed, bottom.

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1,600-square-foot buildings were constructed in

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Students volunteer to build houses over break Amanda Hovik

Staff Writer

Some students spent their spring break in the sun, but with shovels in hand, doing manual labor. Chico State partnered with the Salvation Army to do the Blitz Build, constructing transitional rehabilitation housing in just nine days. The volunteers started work March 14 and had until March 22 to complete two 1,600-squarefoot duplexes, said Justin Besotes, senior construction management major and a student project manager. “It’s a huge benefit to the city of Chico through the Salvation Army,” Besotes said. Besotes was excited to see the walls going up, he said. “I’m ready to get ‘em done and get the siting going, get it painted and say, ‘Here’s the keys,’” Besotes said. “It’s gonna be an awesome feeling.” The construction site is located on the corner of West Eighth and Salem streets, he said. It’s a transitional area for people to live until they get back on their feet, get jobs and can afford their own places. Private donors gave Salvation Army checks

for this project, he said. Chico State, the city, Modern Building Inc. and Conroy Construction Inc. have helped build the houses. The total scope is $1.2 million, not including labor, Besotes said. The labor was provided by students, faculty and some industry volunteers. The majority of students were construction management majors but all majors were welcome to participate. About 60 students worked behind the scenes on the project, Besotes said. There were about 40 students, 10 contractors and some faculty members on-site. Besotes expected building to be finished early, he said. “I think the houses are going to turn out absolutely beautiful,” said Emma Caswell, a junior construction management major and student project manager. “I think it’s gonna really make this lot look a whole lot better.” Joining up with Salvation Army is perfect for community service, she said. They’ve had the best team working on this project so far and it’s become easy to work together, Caswell said. Collaboration within the community is exciting, said Tod Kimmelshue, board director of the Chico Rotary Club. “I think they’ll be excited and we’re helping families get back on their feet, so that’s a good thing,” he said. Kimmelshue loves working with the university and young people, he said. “I think this does a lot of things,” Kimmelshue said. “It helps the Salvation Army and gives some students some practical experience.” Amanda Hovik can be reached at featureseditor@theorion.com or

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Students to dig up more of Alcatraz’s history

she said. “The National Parks Service is very excited about it. It’s advancing the concrete Staff Writer repair industry and repair, in my opinion, is The concrete industry management pro- such a big part of the concrete industry.” Student workers uncovered archaeological gram is extending the summer program at the Alcatraz Field School to a year-round ex- resources beneath the recreation yard when the program started. The concrete was taken perience. Three sessions, instead of just one, will out to expose the found caponiers, which were military structures from the mid-1800s. now be offered starting in June. The uncovered structures Jaymi Hill, a junior concrete were originally earthen and conindustry management major crete was added at some point. and president of the Chico State They uncovered what would chapter of the International Conhave been some of the first concrete Repair Institute, had the crete on the western United experience of a lifetime with the States, Komas said. Alcatraz Field School this past “We weren’t even making cesummer, she said. ment in the U.S.,” she said. “It “The hands-on experience in could be some of the oldest on the industry is really cool, so bethe West Coast.” ing able to do that on Alcatraz jaymi The program partnered with was 10 times better,” she said. hill Texas A&M University because Students work on repairing the Junior concrete industry of complimentary skills and damage that’s been done to the management major knowledge, Komas said. century-old facilities on Alcatraz “We’re the historic concrete Island. experts,” she said. “They’re the “Alcatraz is basically falling apart right now, so if we don’t do something ground-penetrating radar documentation exabout it, it’s going to be a place one day where perts and geophysicists. It’s a good partnerwe don’t get to appreciate the history and en- ship with them.” Mark Everett, professor of geology and joy the experiences there,” Hill said. The Alcatraz Field School incorporates geophysics at Texas A&M University, verified learning with actual work, she said. The vol- that underground tunnels still exist beneath unteer-based experience was extremely ben- the parade ground last year, Komas said. Many people don’t realize the pre-Civil eficial for her. War history that Alcatraz has, Komas said. “I went in not knowing anything about “A lot of people think Alcatraz is just working in concrete or working on a construction site,” Hill said. “I learned more where Al Capone went to prison, but that was that summer than I ever have in a semester really only 30 years of the history of everything that happened on Alcatraz,” she said. in college.” “It was a heavily-fortified army Team sizes will increase to garrison during the gold rush include students outside the in California and fort during the program and those from other Civil War.” universities, which hasn’t been There’s a whole layer of hisdone before, said Tanya Komas, tory, Komas said. Anywhere on concrete industry management the island, if there’s brick or program coordinator. granite, it’s premilitary. If it’s The program was extended beconcrete, it’s from after the turn cause of an increase in demand, of the century. she said. The students will be Interested students should able to uncover things throughtanya consider enrolling in Concrete out the year that they wouldn’t komas Industry Management 101 next be able to during the summer. It’s Concrete industry management semester, she said. It is an “Introa fully immersive experience for program duction to Concrete” class that the students. coordinator will give students the informaIt’s a once-in-a-lifetime experition needed to find out what the ence and they have really strong program is all about. industry support for it, Komas said. The program is funded by the concrete industry management program and the Na- Dominique Diaz can be reached at featureseditor@theorion.com or tional Park Service. “The program is the only one of its kind,” @dominiqueldiaz on Twitter. Dominique Diaz

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Student inspired by ‘First Kiss’ viral video Yanda doesn’t expect anything from the experiment, other than seeing people smile, Staff Writer he said. “What if that kiss sends a spark through Davis Yanda wants to bring romance your body?” he said. “You never back to Chico by holding his own know who’s out there.” Strangers Kissing event. Yanda is running a Facebook Yanda, a sophomore marketing page called Strangers Kissingmajor, watched the viral “First Chico. He is looking for 24-30 Kiss” video and decided he people by the end of March wanted to make his own after before he and his girlfriend finding out that it was fake. begin to film. “This would be a video of actual “My first kiss with my strangers kissing,” Yanda said. girlfriend made me smile for “No one will know who they are a week straight,” Yanda said. kissing until the day of the video davis “It’s never knowing who’s out when they walk in the door.” yanda there and what one awkward yet The concept of strangers made Sophomore intimate and passionate moment him so interested in this project, marketing major can change.” he said. “Everyone were once strangers to each other, like my mom and dad,” Yanda said. Prin Mayowa can be reached at featureseditor@theorion.com or “They were once complete strangers and I’m sure after their first kiss it was the most @PrinSupreme on Twitter. amazing feeling in the world.” Prin Mayowa

WORKING WILDCAT: Rules for writing professional emails Ariel Hernandez

Asst. Features Editor In a world of texts, tweets and other various forms of fragmented communication, we often forget how to contact someone using a full sentence. If you’re trying to draft a professional email and are unsure about the proper do’s and don’ts, here are five rules on professional email etiquette:

1. When in doubt, write it out

There is a time for “LOL” and “OMG," but it isn’t when you are writing a professional email. You should always use complete sentences, proper grammar, punctuation and spelling.

2. Proofread, proofread, proofread

You may think you’re too busy to spend the extra 30 seconds proofreading your

email but the person on the receiving end doesn’t feel the same way. In my previous job as a staffing coordinator I was confused countless times by emails someone didn’t take the time to proofread. Don’t let a spelling error taint your first contact with a potential employer.

3. Don’t write a novel

ers, reading each email becomes a daunting task. If you send a big chunk of text, the recruiter may just skim over it, or worse, not read it at all. A rule of thumb is to concentrate on one thought per email. A few sentences should do the trick.

If you’re trying to write a professional email it should be as brief as possible.

If you’re trying to write a professional email it should be as brief as possible. If you’re trying to contact a recruiter by email as your method of following up, keep in mind that you’re probably not the only one. As students flood the inboxes of recruit-

4. Indicate content and purpose in the subject line

“Hey! It’s Sarah” doesn’t indicate what an email is about and it looks more like spam than a professional email. Instead, write “Job Fair Follow Up- Sarah Brown.” This approach will allow the person to know what the email is about before they even open it.

If you are cold-emailing a person about a job, state the job title and your name. For example, "Human Resource Applicant - Sarah Brown." If someone referred you then you can write “Referred by Ryan Smith.”

5. Allow for other forms of contact

You need to end the email with an alternative way to contact you other than email. Just because you like communicating by email doesn’t mean the person on the other end does. It’s important to take the extra time and effort to present yourself professionally. You spend hours perfecting your resume and picking out the right suit for the interview. Why not spend a few more minutes crafting a better email? Ariel Hernandez can be reached at featureseditor@theorion.com or

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CRAFT CAT: Faded photo canvas

Materials:

Lindsay Pincus

Do-it-yourself Columnist This week I transferred a photo onto a canvas. This is a really cool piece because it has a worn-down look and is a different way to frame a photo. It is very simple and quick to make. I had concerns about how it would turn out, but it ended up being one of my favorite projects so far. Price: $25 Time: 20 minutes to make, 24 hours to dry

Sticky situation Give your favorite photo that extra “pop” with this simple craft. This unique decoration is a great addition to any home.

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Acrylic gel Brush Sponge Photo (can be printed on printer paper for the transfer) • Canvas

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Step 1: Cover the canvas in acrylic gel. Make sure you get an even coat on the surface of the canvas so the photo transfers onto it evenly.

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Step 2: Next, place the photo over the canvas. Flatten the paper and rub the top of the surface until all bumps are gone. After the paper is flat, let the canvas dry for about 24 hours. Step 3: After the canvas has dried, get a wet sponge and wipe the top of the surface until it is damp.

Step 4: Finally, when the canvas is wet, gently peel the paper off of the surface. Once all the paper is peeled off, the photo transfer is complete!

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READERS, DIGEST: Quinoa kale salad Christina Saschin

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Food Columnist

Quinoa has become a popular seed and is a complete protein source, which means it contains all of the amino acids our body needs to build muscle and repair cells. Animal products, such as chicken and eggs, are complete sources of proteins but beans and nuts are not. This quinoa salad is simple to make and can be taken on the go. This meal provides 8 grams of protein, 5 grams of fiber and vitamins A and C. To put this in perspective, this salad contains 1 more gram of protein and 2 more grams of fiber than a turkey sandwich.

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SUPerfood salad Quinoa and kale provide a healthy amount of protein for an easy-to-make lunch or dinner salad.

THE O-FACE: Soundtracks for sex “Game of Thrones”

Sex Columnist

Having sex is hardly ever exactly the same. You try new rooms and positions. It can last longer or shorter. Sometimes you need to be quiet and sometimes you can be as loud as you want. Other times you just want some background noise. This could be when roommates are home, it’s your first time together or if it’s your personal preference. This is when television and music typically enter the picture. Any old TV show or song just won’t do. Try having sex while “Workaholics” is on and you might end up in a laughing fit. Same goes for listening to “Gangnam Style.” Once, while having sex and listening to music, an ‘80s song came on that made us crack up hysterically. We couldn’t have sex for 20 minutes. This is serious stuff. Here’s a list of TV shows and genres of music I think are best for having sex:

“Spartacus”

This show is in the same category as “Game of Thrones.” The action is just as exciting, the sex is just as prolific and the characters have just as much sex appeal. The difference is that “Spartacus” leans heavily toward the “soft-core porn” side of things. The sex scenes are emphasized and slow motion plays a strong role. I think it’s awesome, but I can also see how it might be too much for some people. But if gladiators, slaves and noblemen are your thing, including some role play could be a glorious experience.

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“Jersey Shore”

I know, I know. What am I thinking? I’m using the term “watched” loosely here, but I watched the whole first season while having sex. I can honestly say it was a great experience. It’s a show that is just entertaining enough that you’ll watch it, but not so distracting that it’s worth procrastinating on your homework. It’s a great recipe for background noise.

Electronic dance music

I chose this one not only because I love this type of music, but because most songs have a rollercoaster of rhythm to them. Following this rhythm when you’re having sex can free your mind to focus on other fun things. This kind of music can be fast and dirty or slow, sensual and have a lot of feeling and emotion, just like sex. It can really amplify your sexual experience if the right songs are chosen.

Rap music

This music certainly has the dirty, sexual factor and the rhythm we’re going for.

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Michael Karp

This action-packed and raunchy series is likely to push both of your blood pressures through the roof. The sex, the violence, the sweat, the passion — 20 minutes in and you’ll be tearing each other’s garments off, unsheathing your weapons and going to battle between the sheets. Just make sure to rewatch the episode. Trust me, you don’t want to miss a thing.

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I usually avoid songs with words because they definitely have the potential to kill the mood, but the flow of the lyrics in this genre fuses with the background so well it works. I mean, who wouldn’t want to have sex while listening to 50 Cent’s “Candy Shop”? In general, avoid any songs that could make you laugh. In fact, I would create a handpicked playlist of songs that you know you want to listen to. Don’t trust Pandora to set the mood. I recommend TV shows that are sexual or at least have sexual undertones so both of you can get your blood pumping. Once again, avoid comedies. For some people it’s a necessity. It’s just a preference for others. Having background noise can be great for both relieving sexual anxiety and enhancing sexual experience. However, as I have experienced, it can also do the opposite. Choose wisely. Michael Karp can be reached at sexcolumnist@theorion.com or

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