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Minimum Engh Touts Tech in Teaching Wage to Increase? Obama proposes raise in labor wages across the country Matthew Rupel
The Santa Clara Working students might be seeing dollar signs in their eyes. Even though California’s minimum wage is already above the federal rate of $7.25 an hour, it’s a dollar short of President Barack Obama’s call to raise the minimum wage to $9 an hour and boost it annually to keep pace with inflation. Ten states make similar costof-living adjustments. In the county of San Francisco, workers earn at least $10.55 an hour, the highest minimum in the country. In all, 19 states and the District of Columbia have minimum wages set above the federal rate of $7.25, a disparity Obama highlighted in his State of the Union address as he seeks to help the nation’s lowest paid workers. The minimum wage in California currently stands at $8 an hour. Obama’s proposal is renewing the age-old debate between advocates who claim boosting the minimum wage pumps more money into the economy and helps to create new jobs, and business groups that complain it would unfairly burden employers and curb demand for new workers. And it faces certain hurdles in Congress, as top Republicans including House Speaker John Boehner wasted little time dismissing the proposal. More than 15 million workers earn the national minimum wage, making about $15,080 a year. That’s just below the federal poverty threshold of $15,130 for a family of two. Obama sold his plan to a crowd in Asheville, N.C., on Wednesday, saying that it’s time to increase the minimum wage “because if you work full-time, you shouldn’t be in poverty.” Advocates say a minimum wage increase can lead to even broader economic benefits. “These are workers who are most likely to spend virtually everything they earn, so it just pumps money back into local economies,” said Christine Owens, executive director of the National Employment Law Project, a worker advocacy group. But William Dunkelberg, chief economist for the National Federation of Independent Business, said the increase would hit businesses hard and only hurt workers by reducing demand for their services. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Contact Matthew Rupel at mrupel@ scu.edu or call (408) 54-4849.
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President Michael Engh, S.J., addressed a packed Mission Church for his annual State of the University speech. Engh touched on Santa Clara’s future in modern technology and a diverse student bod,y including students still vying for citizenship. He also acknowledged the structural changes of the school in the past year.
President delivers annual address to students and faculty Natalia Pavlina Matthew Rupel The Santa Clara The Mission Church was filled on Tuesday by students, faculty and Santa Clara benefactors as Provost Dennis Jacobs greeted the incoming audience with a joyful “Happy Mardi Gras!” before the annual State of the University address. University President Michael Engh, S.J., tackled issues of the skyrocketing costs in
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education with a discussion of the rising force of technology at Santa Clara. “We are innovating to provide the best instruction possible to our students, as well as to engage our faculty in the latest developments in instructional technology,” he said. After a short prayer, and a performance by the university’s chamber singers, senior Jenna Saso, economics major and president of the Associate Student Government, took the stage. She praised Santa Clara for being “more than just a place to live for four years,” for being a tight-knit community that excels in both athletics and academia. Following Saso’s speech, Engh was brought to the stage to give the audience a proud rundown on the progress that has been made in the past year, including the new admissions building, the new Graham Hall dormitory, the new parking garage and the softball stadium. Some of the technology-oriented pilot pro-
grams he described placed heavy weight on the online participation of courses. These options could help maintain costs while keeping Santa Clara teaching oriented, according to Engh. In addition, the president discussed the success of the Career Center, proudly declaring that 70 percent of Santa Clara students have been able to find internships through the Career Center during undergraduate years. Eighty-six percent of students that pursued internships through the Career Center graduated with full time job offers. To close, Engh promoted the importance of social justice, and briefly touched on the topic of illegal immigration. The event ended on an uplifting note as the chamber singers closed the occasion with a song. Contact Natalia Pavlina at npavlina@scu. edu. Contact Matthew Rupel at mrupel@scu. edu or call (408) 554-4849. WHAT’S INSIDE
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2. Pope to resign Feb. 28, says he’s too infirm: Declaring that he lacks the strength to do his job, Pope Benedict XVI announced Monday he will resign Feb. 28 — becoming the first pontiff to step down in 600 years. His decision sets the stage for a midMarch conclave to elect a new leader for a Catholic Church in deep turmoil. The 85-year-old pope dropped the bombshell in Latin during a meeting of Vatican City cardinals, surprising his collaborators even though he had made clear previously that he would step down if he became too old to carry on.
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4. South Africa police said Congo “ringleader” rebel was arrested: Police in South Africa said Sunday they arrested the “ringleader” of a group of 19 Congolese rebels who now face charges of allegedly plotting a war to unseat Congolese President Joseph Kabila. The leader, who police declined to identify before his arraignment this week in a Pretoria court, was arrested Friday in Cape Town, said Capt. Paul Ramaloko, a spokesman for South African Police Service. Ramaloko said the man didn’t fight his arrest, though he declined to offer
geous” U.S. hostility that “violently” undermines North Korea’s peaceful, sovereign rights to launch satellites. North Korea faced sanctions after a December launch of a rocket the U.N. and Washington called a cover for a banned missile test. North Korea said it used a “lighter, miniaturized atomic bomb” that still has more explosive force than past tests. The nuclear test is North Korea’s first since leader Kim Jong Un took power in December 2011.
Benedict called his choice “a decision of great importance for the life of the church.” Indeed, the move allows the Vatican to elect a new pope quicker, since the traditional nine days of mourning that would follow the death of a pope doesn’t have to be observed. It will also allow Benedict to hold great sway over the choice of his successor, though he will not vote. He has already picked the bulk of the College of Cardinals — the princes of the church who will elect the next pope.
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1. North Korea says it has conducted third nuclear test: North Korea successfully detonated a miniaturized nuclear device at a northeastern test site Tuesday, state media said, defying U.N. Security Council orders to shut down atomic activity or face more sanctions and international isolation. The underground explosion could take North Korea a big step closer to its goal of building a nuclear warhead small enough to be mounted on a longrange missile. Official state media said the test was conducted in a safe manner and is aimed at coping with “outra-
3. After two months absent, still no sign of Chavez: Two months have passed since Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez climbed the stairs of the presidential jet, blew kisses to his supporters and flew to Cuba to undergo his fourth cancer-related surgery. Chavez hasn’t been seen or spoken publicly since that departure to Havana on Dec. 10, and the mystery surrounding his condition has deepened while the government’s updates have remained optimistic but have offered few specifics. Foreign Minister Elias Jaua, who visited Chavez in Cuba last week, said
the 58-year-old president has been making political and economic decisions. On Friday, the government announced it is devaluing the currency. Vice President Nicolas Maduro, whom Chavez named as his potential successor before the surgery, has said that the president should be able to return home once his condition permits it. Some analysts say they expect that sooner or later, Chavez’s delicate health could make necessary a new election to replace him. From AP Reports.
any other details. “He cooperated with us,” Ramalako said. Ramaloko identified the man as the “ringleader” of the alleged rebel group, making it likely the man is Etienne Kabila, who prosecutors identified last week as being in charge of the group. Kabila claims to be a son of Congo’s assassinated president Laurent Kabila, something the Kabila family denies. Laurent Kabila’s son, Joseph Kabila, is Congo’s current president. From AP Reports.
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Brigade Travels Alumnus Runs for Office? Student group offers variety of resources abroad Summer Meza
The Santa Clara A U.S. doctor, medicine, and equipment are all brought to Ghana by the Global Medical Brigades, which are constantly packed and repacked as the troop travels to various locations. Several Ghanaian doctors are also hired to stay at the clinic for a week. GMB is the world’s largest global health and sustainable development program, with chapters in universities across the world. Their goal is to improve health in underresourced communities in countries and areas in need of medical support. The Santa Clara chapter of GMB is about 30 members strong, and has been active for five years. These 30 students have spent the majority of the school year fundraising, raising awareness and training for the culminating event of the club: a trip across the world to Ghana. In Ghana, students of GMB will work in makeshift clinics and pharmacies, distributing medications and giving basic healthcare education to the patients who may not have access to any other doctors or treatments. While this kind of volunteer work is incredibly rewarding, the week long trip is also exhausting. “We visit a different location every day,” said GMB president Keele Shaw. “Over the course of the trip we see about 1,000 patients total.” Taking on that many patients takes a great deal of hard work, not to mention resources and medical expertise. The students who are a part of the brigade spend each day in the pharmacies and clinics that have been set up in local schools, churches, or community centers
and spend long hours distributing vitamins and medicines, as well as using their training in medical procedures such as taking blood pressures and checking to gain experience with hands-on medical practices and shadowing of certified doctors. Another aspect of the brigade is medical education. The education committee of GMB gives seminars for patients to sit in on that teaches hygiene and basic skills that can be helpful in maintaining general health. The patient interactions are, to some students, the most rewarding part of the trip. “These people are so grateful for our help, because realistically, even if they had access to the treatments they need, they often can’t afford them,” said Shaw. “It’s a huge gift.” Not all of the members of GMB are studying medicine or public health. In fact, a good portion of them are biology majors, and many are in majors that are unrelated to global health or education. Because English is widely spoken in Ghana, the members of GMB do not need to speak a second language in order to make a difference across the globe. The students going on the brigade are simply all passionate about helping the underpriviledged and using their abilities to be a part of a long-term, sustainable project aiding others. In the five years of GMB’s presence at Santa Clara, over 4,000 patients have been given medication and treatment. In addition, this year’s brigade will spend two days working on a water purification project to support the environment as well as the people in Ghana. Students who wish to help out in this year’s brigade can come help at their upcoming mock clinic, donate funds, participate in any of the many fundraising events, or plan to apply for next year’s trip.
“These people are so grateful for our help, because even if they had access, they often can’t afford (the treatment).”
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Janet Napolitano, Secretary of Homeland Security under President Obama, spoke on campus in 2009 as part of the president’s Speaker Series. Napolitano is a Santa Clara alumnus, class of 1979, and is considering running in the race for presidency in 2016.
Alumnus considers running for 2016 presidency Robert Wear
Associate Reporter What if the next president of the U.S. was a Bronco? Even though Hillary Clinton might not be running for the presidency in 2016, it is quite possible that a Santa Clara alumnus will be on the ticket. Secretary of Homeland Security
gal immigration into the U.S. This stance may enable her to stand at the forefront of a constituency by representing the future of the Democratic Party. Her decision to remain in Obama’s Cabinet for a second term is indicative of her desire to further her political career. Although it is considered quite difficult to run for president from the Cabinet, the Post describes her as a “smart and savvy politician” and a woman to look out for in the next election. Contact Robert Wear at rwear@ scu.edu.
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Alcohol Related Medical Emergency 2/7: A student was reported ill due to excessive alcohol consumption. CSS and SCU EMS responded. 2/10: A student was reported ill due to excessive alcohol consumption. CSS, SCU EMS and SCPD responded. 2/13: A student was observed intoxicated and staggering toward his room. SCU EMS was contacted and responded.
Alcohol Violation 2/12: Students were found in possession of alcoholic beverages in their room. The alcoholic beverages were confiscated and disposed of. 2/12: CSS and Residence Life staff confiscated several empty alcohol bottles from a resident’s room. 2/13: A student was found in possession of alcoholic beverages and a fraudulent driver’s license in his room. The alcohol and the driver’s license were confiscated and the alcohol was disposed of.
Drunk in Public 2/9: An unknown intoxicated male was reportedly attempting to gain access into an Alviso residence. CSS and SCPD responded. He was taken into custody for drunk in a public place by SCPD. 2/10: A non-affiliate male was found intoxicated and sleeping on the front steps of McLaughlin Hall. SCPD was contacted and responded. He was taken into custody for being drunk in a public place.
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Janet Napolitano, Santa Clara alumnus from the class of ’79, may be the next woman to keep your eye on. According to the Washington Post, Napolitano has “made it quietly known that she is considering the race.” During her term as the Democratic governor of Arizona, she was criticized for not being aggressive enough on certain issues, namely immigration, yet she has been able to change her image during her time in President Barack Obama’s Cabinet. She toured the Southwest with the president last week, making strides to reduce the flow of ille-
2/10: A fire was reportedly set in a trash can in a shared bathroom in Graham Hall. CSS, SCU EMS and
SCPD responded. One of the residents was injured while attempting to put out the fire. Marijuana and paraphernalia were found among the burnt remains. The injured resident was transported to Kaiser Permanente Hospital by a friend.
Fire Alarm 2/10: A Swig Hall fire alarm was activated by burned food on the stove in the kitchenette. CSS and SCFD responded.
Impounded Vehicle 2/7: A vehicle was relocated to a different location in a parking lot from a “no parking” space. It was also booted for displaying a fraudulent parking permit.
Found Property 2/8: A bicycle U-lock was found at the Graham Hall bike racks.
Medical Emergency 2/7: A student reportedly lost consciousness after attending a class session in O’Connor Hall. CSS and SCFD responded. She declined transportation to a hospital. 2/10: A student reported having an allergic reaction and requested medical assistance. CSS and SCU EMS responded. 2/10: A student was reported in need of medical assistance due to severe continuous vomiting. CSS, SCU and SCFD responded to the scene. 2/11: A non-affiliate was reported causing a disturbance by asking students for their personal information, while in the Harrington Learning Commons. CSS responded. 2/11: A student reported feeling ill and in need of medical assistance. CSS and SCU EMS responded to the scene.
Student Behavior 2/10: A student was found in possession of someone else’s driver’s license. It was confiscated and will be handed off to SCPD. 2/13: A student was observed on video activating the elevator alarm button several times, for no apparent reason, in Swig Hall. The student denied his actions when confronted. Documentation of the student was completed.
Suspicious Person 2/8: A non-affiliate activated the blue-light emergency phone by Graham Hall to report a nonsensical situation. SCPD was contacted and responded. The person was taken into custody for outstanding warrants and restraining order violations by SCPD. 2/12: Two female students reported being approached by an unknown suspicious male, who made unwanted comments to them, at an off-campus location. They were walking toward the University Villas at the time. SCPD was notified.
Theft 2/10: A non-affiliate was reported shoplifting at an off-campus store, and fled onto Santa Clara campus toward Swig Hall. CSS assisted SCPD to locate the non-affiliate on campus. He was taken into custody by SCPD for petty theft and an outstanding warrant. 2/10: An ACCESS card was reported missing and her information was used to open a Tapingo account, and several charges were made on the account. 2/12: An unattended laptop computer was reported missing from the McLaughlin Hall lounge. From Campus Safety reports. Email news@thesantaclara.com.
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High School Memories Relived With a Twist Rainbow Prom raises awareness for LGBTQ rights Mallory Miller
The Santa Clara Prom season is back, so dig out those dusty high school dresses and suits from the back of your closet and get ready for a fun night of dancing as you show your support for equal rights. Two groups on campus, Gay and Straight People for the Education of Diversity and Santa Clara Community Action Program, are hosting the Rainbow Prom Feb. 15 in the Locatelli Student Activity Center. Rainbow Prom is an event that has been held every year since 2010 to help raise awareness the about the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community in the Santa Clara County and on campus. There is currently a contest going on for the most creative way to ask a date to Rainbow Prom. Students who share pictures of how they asked their date on the Facebook page are entered into the competition Prom royalty is also being voted on this week. The top five names that receive the most votes will be voted on again to determine the prom king and queen. The theme, “A Masqueerade Ball,” will be promoted as masks are handed out to all who attend. Senior Raymond Jacob, also known as DJ Atlas from Leve1 Events, will be spinning electronic music at the event. “What a great way to give back to
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(From left to right) Saul Ramirez, Daniel Perry, Noelle Morano, and Jennifer Saldana were named prom kings and queens during the 2010 Rainbow Prom in The Bronco. This year’s Rainbow Prom, themed “A Masqueerade Ball,” will take place Friday night in the Locatelli Student Activity Center. This will be the third Rainbow Prom hosted by SCCAP.
the community and make sure that everyone has a great time with great music,” said Jacob, as he expressed his desire to make it a night to remember. Entrance is free with the showing of an ACCESS card. Santa Clara stu-
dents are allowed to bring dates from other school as long as they email GASPED or SCCAP with their date’s name to be added to the entry list. This tradition originally started in support of a gay teenager who want-
ed to bring her girlfriend to her high school prom, but the school refused to admit her because of their status as a lesbian couple. Rainbow Prom strives to promote freedom of expression and love by allowing students to
attend, no matter who they bring or how they dress. Contact Mallory Miller at memiller@scu.edu or call (408) 554-4852.
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Santa Clara’s Office of the Registrat has come out with the Undergraduate Spring 2013 Deadlines and Registration booklet. This booklet is intended to aid students and the entire community at Santa Clara through the registration process which can be extremely confusing and frustrating. The book contains important information for undergraduate students including registration deadlines, how to read CourseAvail, academic policies, academic calendars, degree requirements, add and drop policies, overload policies and more. It has been available since the fall of 2009 and is updated every quarter for the convenience of students. The booklet can be accessed for free either online from the registrar’s homepage or from CourseAvail. Most questions regarding the registration process can be answered in this easy-toread, 19-page booklet.
Entertainment Panel Promotes Program The Communication Department’s Entertainment Industry Shadowing Program held its annual informational meeting this past Monday to recruit students interested in shadowing professionals working in all areas of the entertainment industry, from
writing and producing to finance and human resources. Students participating in the program attend a series of meetings hosted by alumni and friends of the program working within the entertainment industry. Last year, students met with professionals and executives from major players in the entertainment industry, including Walt Disney Studios, Fox Networks, Paramount Pictures and NBC Universal. The program’s shadowing network ranges from recently graduated alumni to experienced professionals who have been working within the industry for decades. Last year, over 50 students participated in the program. Due to the complicated scheduling process, the program is capped to 50 students this year. This upcoming spring break will mark the sixth year of the shadowing program, which continues to grow in size and opportunity. With each year, the program’s network of alumni and friends continues to expand. From staff reports. Email news@ thesantaclara.com.
Corrections In “Question of the Week,” Kayla Ehring was incorrectly identified. She is in the class of 2014. (Feb.7, pg.8) The Santa Clara strives to correct errors fully and promptly. If you see an error, email editor@thesantaclara. com or call (408) 554-4849.
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Natasha Gupta
Why That Job Is Yours: The Interview Decoded F
or some, job interviews are the professional equivalent of a hangover, causing equal amounts of nausea, sweating, discomfort and regret. Just discussing them can make your heartbeat triple, your teeth clench and your stomach stir. I’ve come to realize that stripped down, job interviews are really just a socially acceptable 45-minute dialogue starring you. When you learn how to articulate your accomplishments and relax your nerves, interviews flow like conversation. Approach your next interview with eloquence and composure by following these simple tips.
Do Your Due Diligence When you go to a concert, you know every lyric, you own every MP3 and you can recite the detailed band history in your sleep. If you approached an interview with equivalent zeal, you would blow your interviewer away. Company websites, annual reports and the Glassdoor website are valuable resources when researching a firm. Furthermore, take initiative and contact employees you may already know working at the firm of interest; hit up Aunt Leslie’s cousin’s nephew’s fiancé Dave who works at Apple because this is the time to do it. In business interviews, always know the firm, the products, competitors and industry trends.
Never Lie There are people on payroll who exist solely to verify every line on your resume. Your interviewer has watched many people fake their way before you, and will watch many after you. Interviewers ask difficult questions to evaluate your critical thought process, not to be mean. If you’re truly stumped on a question, be honest. An appropriate response is, “I don’t know, but I’d appreciate if you explained it to
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Sarah Sindlinger speaks with a representative from a local company at a resume review session. When preparing for your dream job interview, remember that every person at the company or firm you are interviewing at has been there before you. Be prepared to be answer hard questions, but always remember to convey your enthusiasm for the job.
me,” or “I can research it and get back to you.”
Master Your Resume Mentally prepare brief descriptions of any jobs you list, and develop didactic experiences for each one. Interviewers often inquire about your experiences working in a group, facing a challenge, embracing leadership or working with difficult people. By getting comfortable with your resume ahead of time, you are able to easily answer such questions and cover more ground on your resume by calling from diverse experiences. Proofread your resume 24 hours after your last edit, always take multiple copies to your interview and print it on nice resume paper. Google “Padfolio,” then go buy one.
Dress Professionally When in doubt, conservative attire is the way to go. Ladies, leave the Forever 21 sequined blazer at home and invest in dress shirts and business attire you reserve for professional occasions. If you naturally fidget with your hair, tie it back. Gentlemen, try to look less like a frat pledge and more like you own the 49ers; iron your suit, wear clean clothes and opt for power colors like blues and greys.
Cover Your Bases If you took a gap year before college, if you got a D in Feminist Methods or if you dropped three classes one quarter, be prepared to talk about it. You don’t necessarily have to be the one to bring it up,
but don’t be caught off guard if it does surface.
A Note on Phone and Skype Interviews These interviews can fuddle the line of professionalism and casual interaction since you’re not face to face with your interviewer. Select a quiet room, pick a reliable phone line, perch your resume in front of you and dress up. Think twice before taking the call in your boxers; dressing up compensates for the formality phone interviews should have but often lack, and puts you in a professional state of mind.
Bonus Tips Take advantage of on-campus interviews, send thank you letters
within 24-48 hours, write good questions to ask at the end of an interview, shake hands before and after and pause before answering questions. On my first job interview at Yahoo, the interviewer recounted a memory from his studies at the University of California, Los Angeles. In a nervous attempt at small talk, I replied, “Wow! You were a Trojan?” He looked at me, stood up and left. I wish I was kidding. I didn’t get that job, but it’s okay, because I got many more after. You learn more from a bad interview than you do from a good one. Take any interview you can get, prepare well for it and learn from your mistakes. Natahsa Gupta is a senior finance major.
Jonathan Tomczak
Honor Code Does Not Make The Cut T
he fact that an academic honor code is in the works is a good thing. I just don’t think it will do enough to solve the problem. I don’t doubt that cheating is a prevalent problem, not just at Santa Clara, but at any academic institution. I also don’t doubt Associated Student Government Chief Justice Aven Satre-Meloy when he states that schools with honor codes see less cheating than those without them. What I question, however, is whether honor codes are the most effective way to fight cheating, when they work in a way that is too little, too late. Yes, students will have to sign an honor code at the beginning of the academic year. They will also sign a dozen other forms that will mean
just as much to them: a formality to registering for classes. The true effectiveness of the honor code will only be after the cheating occurs, and someone decides to report it. Perhaps it increases the risk and penalty for cheating, but that’s an act of enforcement, not prevention. The better way to eliminate cheating would not be to attempt to scare people into behaving, as enforcement does, but to lay mechanisms in place that would prevent cheating from even being possible. The other problem is the idea that students will actually report cheating by others, honor code or not. It’s not that students are inherently inclined to cheat or that they support a cheating epidemic. The issue is whether people will go out of their way to do something that
doesn’t directly benefit them. It’s the same reason so few people fill out comment cards at restaurants
The better way to eliminate cheating would not be to attempt to scare people or vote in elections; with no direct reward, the incentive to participate is very low. To a point, ASG itself knows this: everyone who took the
honor code survey was told they could win a prize. There are no easy solutions to curbing cheating. One step, however, might be a standard that professors could follow for administering their tests: no bathroom access until the test is completed, multiple versions of the test, minimum distance between desks, etc. This would put the burden on the cheater, and not the honest students who, under the honor code, would have to report them. The honor code could still be put in effect, but the guidelines would be the first line of defense. As with any regulation, whether it be an honor code or speed limit, there is a margin of people who might have committed the act but won’t because the rules exist. This margin, however, is always small.
The best way to eliminate cheating is to prevent it. Beefing up enforcement might work somewhat, but preventing the cheating altogether would do much more. I’m glad the honor code is being tried, but I don’t think it’s the best or only approach. Jonathan Tomczak is a junior political science and history double major.
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Feliz Moreno
SCU Confessions Is Not That Scandalous T
he controversial page SCU Confessions that has sprouted up on Facebook has been the talk of the campus lately. When I first heard about it I was a little wary, as I am with all online pages that seem to serve as a space for Internet bashing or bullying. But the direction the page has taken is actually really interesting. It highlights many problems on campus as well as the overall nature of the community. The page is a running list of confessions from Santa Clara students about all aspects of student life — from roommate situations to academics to relationships. The confessions range from helpful hints (the best ways to acquire free food) to the strange (pretending you’re a slug). As reminiscent of a high school burn book as it might seem when specific names or groups get mentioned in negative light, some of the confessions are really insightful. My particular favorites are the ones about how scary Bucky the Bronco is (something I’m sure a good portion of the population has felt at one point or another,) about nerdy guys who get girls and of course, about secret crushes. Some confessions I agree with, and some I don’t. In the end, I appreciate most of them and the fact that people took the time to share
what they thought was important with our Santa Clara community. The best part of the page is getting some insight as to how diverse our student body really is — we have the people who do drugs, the people who suffer from unrequited love, the academics who just want to sleep well on Wednesday nights, the bad roommates and, of course, we have the trolls who like to post ridiculous things just to get a rise out of people. It is like a beautiful mosh pit of Santa Clara personalities that hate and love each other and just want to have their opinions heard. While a lot of the confessions are just funny or interesting, some of them raise issues that are pertinent to overall campus life. There are several that complain about the drinking culture on campus and comment on the dependency of the student body on alcohol and other drugs to socialize. There are a few that touch on the racial segregation on campus, and others that denounce Greek life. SCU Confessions has the opportunity to be the platform where students can be heard. I hope that some of the issues raised will be discussed in other places on campus. The confessions page could serve as a jumping-off point for students to start talking about the things that usually are ignored and kept quiet. If anything, at least it creates a collective aware-
RYAN SELEWICZ— THE SANTA CLARA
SCU Confessions, the newest rage on campus, is an anonymous Facebook page where Santa Clara students may submit their darkest secrets to be posted on the page. These confessions range from hilarious and questionable to borderline offensive.
ness among the student body who might not be aware of how diverse our campus really is. Really, whoever started the page had a great idea on their hands. He or she realized that our campus does
not always provide a space where such things can be said and talked about. The confessions page is kind of like an online, Santa Clara PostSecret community or a community comment wall. It is fun, serious, in-
teresting and humanizing all at once, and it is the best entertainment I have had in a while. Feliz Moreno is a junior English major.
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day: Bronco Style Don’t get down on yourself if you don’t have Valentine’s Day plans yet. You can still celebrate and enjoy yourself in a unique way — with friends or a significant other. Whether you want to get far off campus or stay close by, there are plenty of fun things to do — romantic or not — in the area.
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Not many things are more romantic than watching the sunset on the beach, and what better place to do so than Santa Cruz! Get out of the campus bubble and meander through the beach. There are also great restaurants and shops to explore nearby.
Walk on over to Franklin Square (head straight on Homestead Road behind Mayer Theatre). Check out Jasmine Fine Thai Cuisine or Mio Vicino. If it’s warm, there is also a great fountain to sit near and enjoy. MPLANNINGGROUP.COM
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San Francisco
Rose Garden
Nothing says I love you quite like a giant pillow fight! Make your way to Justin Herman Plaza by 6 p.m. to participate. Enjoy running around in a giant pillow fight. Bring a pillow and trash bag to help clean up after.
Pack a picnic and bike over to the San Jose Municipal Rose Garden. If the weather is anything like it has been, it will be a great time to sit in the sun and enjoy games in the grassy field. BLOGSPOT.COM
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Creating Art for a Cause Celebrating Mardi Gras Madness A fusion of visuals and social consciousness is spotlighted Philip Sykes
Associate Reporter If you noticed an abundance of red ribbons around campus on Monday, you may have been left slightly confused at their purpose and message. The symbolic ribbons were in fact a part of the debut of SCU Presents Arts for Social Justice, a new program on campus which, according to ASJ’s website, will “provide opportunities to bring together artists, students and the community to collaborate, explore, develop and present art that will affect change in our global community.” The program integrates the arts and social justice and involves several other departments concerned with social change, such as Communications, Theatre and Dance, the Wellness Center and Campus Ministry. Arts for Social Justice is also actively involved in several of the stu-
dent groups and clubs around campus that also strive to promote social change. According to Darlene Macanan, Community Relations Manager at SCU Presents, the goal of the program is to “raise awareness, consciously engage students in human issues, and to understand social and cultural differences through the lens of the arts, as well as fostering dialogue and action in the community.” Part of the kick-off for ASJ that took place at the beginning of the week was in conjunction with the global movement One Billion Rising, which aims to end violence and abuse against women and girls. Currently many departments and student clubs are working with ASJ to raise awareness for the One Billion Rising movement, as well as planning future events for the group. If you want to stay in the loop about upcoming arts events on campus, the Fine Arts Support Team will be tabling in Benson Memorial Center and around campus to provide information. Contact Philip Sykes at psykes@ scu.edu.
The holiday in Louisiana makes its way to campus Rachel Davidson
Associate Reporter Most people know Mardi Gras as a major celebration in the U.S. every year, but few understand why this event is so significant for the culture, families and traditions of the people of New Orleans. Truth is, the festivities shown on television can’t capture the meaning behind this event. Senior Kathleen Servatius didn’t understand exactly what Mardi Gras was all about until she visited New Orleans last weekend, during the height of the celebrations for the first time. “The most surprising thing to me was how much pride people had,” she said. “Everybody really came together to celebrate this.” Festivities leading up to Mardi Gras, which is a legal holiday in Louisiana, begin on the “Twelfth
Night,” on Jan. 6, 12 days after Christmas Day. Celebrations such as throwing beads, dancing and designing floats are carried out by different Krewes, or “clubs,” of Mardi Gras. Different Krewes have been created and organized secretively over the years. At midnight of Fat Tuesday, the leaders of the oldest Krewes toast to acknowledge the beginning of Lent. The celebrations are ceased once the clock hits 12:01 a.m. and it’s officially Ash Wednesday. A New Orleans native, senior Brooke Levy remembered Mardi Gras as an affair where entire communities gather together to celebrate. She said that when she first came to Santa Clara, her friends would ask if she’d ever been to Mardi Gras, which she found funny because, as she described Mardi Gras isn’t something you “go” to. “That was like asking if you’d ‘been’ to Christmas or the Fourth of July,” said Levy. “It just happens, everywhere.” Senior Will Usdin, another New Orleans native, misses Mardi Gras most because he said he remembers it as “a time to be together with
friends and family celebrating the unique culture and the rich history of my city.” The name “Mardi Gras” is French for Fat Tuesday, symbolizing the feast that people engage in before fasting for lent. Here at Santa Clara, Campus Ministry celebrated Fat Tuesday with International Pancake Day. According to Director of Resident Ministry Frances Cook, the tradition began with pancakes because they consist of everything you shouldn’t have during lent: butter, eggs and sugar. “Cultures around the world celebrate this custom in different ways and even engage in pancake races,” said Cook. The entire Campus Ministry staff pitched in to put together their Mardi Gras celebration that included the music of New Orleans, masquerade masks and beads as part of traditional southern culture. Even though the festivities are over for this season, we can start looking ahead to 2014 for a fun and fulfilling Fat Tuesday. Contact Rachel Davidson at rldavidson@scu.edu.
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Lauren’s Locales: Valentine’s Day in the City
RYAN SELEWICZ — THE SANTA CLARA
Head north to check out San Francisco for Valentine’s Day and the three-day weekend.
Lauren Bonney
Associate Reporter At a loss for what to do this Valentine’s Day? Spend the day in the
city and check out some of the most beautiful spots in San Francisco. Whether you are hanging out with your best friends or with a significant other on this day of love, these
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spots are sure to bring good times and great memories. The Palace of Fine Arts Theatre is located in the heart of the city. The architecture is amazing, with its colonnades and the central rotunda surrounded by a lagoon. The plants and animals give a serenity to the area. Alternatively, visit Crissy Field, one of the best beaches in San Francisco, located right beneath the Golden Gate Bridge. It is great for runners and bikers, or a perfect spot for a picnic, so pack up some sandwiches and hit the beach for the day. End your day with a drive up the mountain to Twin Peaks for an amazing view of the city all lit up. Whether your day is romantic or simply an adventure, San Francisco ensures fun for all.
The Tonga Room Check out the Tonga Room in the Fairmont Hotel for some food and drinks. The Tonga Room is like a classier version of the Rainforest Café, complete with faux rainstorms and a live band.
Alioto’s Restaurant Located along Fisherman’s Wharf, Alioto’s Restaurant is one of San Francisco’s oldest fine dining seafood restaurants and offers great lunch and dinner menus. Try the scallop risotto: It’s to die for.
Contact Lauren Bonney at lbonney@scu.edu.
Bringing Camp Kesem to Campus A program dedicated to helping children expands Samantha Nitz
Associate Reporter When tragedy strikes in a young child’s life, the effects can be traumatic and change their lives for years to come. Luckily for some children who have been affected by cancer in their families, there is a valuable resource for them to deal with their situations: Camp Kesem. Camp Kesem is a summer camp run by college students, which allows for children aged 6 to 16 whose parent has, or had, cancer. The main goal of the camp is to give children who have been through difficult situations a chance to relax, get the support they need, and have a good time with a week of summer fun.
Samantha Juda
Sophomore Margret Mendenhall is striving to open a new chapter of Camp Kesem here on campus. This would provide students with a chance to get involved as well as get surrounding businesses involved in this chance to make a difference. The camp allows for student volunteers to interact with and bring happiness to many children who need emotional relief during their difficult times. Chapters of Camp Kesem have been opening up on college campuses throughout the U.S., with thousands of students and children involved. But getting involved with Camp Kesem is no small feat. Recently, Mendenhall has been working very hard to make the application deadline. The first step alone in applying to open a camp involves finding over 100 businesses that would be willing to donate. The applicant must establish themself as a strong leader and reliable role model, in addition to finding a panel of helpers who are committed to the cause and willing
to work hard. “Camp Kesem is very important to me because it’s important for kids in a stressful situation to have a positive environment that focuses on them,” said Mendenhall. “It also lets people our age get the chance to change lives and be role models.” As an organization, Camp Kesem has grown immensely since it began. In 2001, there was a single chapter that worked with only 37 campers and 40 student leaders. By last year there were 37 chapters of Camp Kesem with 8,489 campers and 5,172 student leaders. Now that the application has been submitted, there’s nothing for Mendenhall, her board of helpers and the student body to do but wait. Hopefully by next year Santa Clara will be able to be a part of this organization and will begin its journey in helping thousands of children through hardship right here on campus. Contact Samantha Nitz at snitz@ scu.edu.
What are you doing for Valentine’s Day?
Matt Davison, ’13
Hannah Baker, ’16
Jeff Snyder, ’13
Sonya Chalaka, ’16
Nick Lawrie, ’16
“I’m actually going to the Santa Clara basketball game against San Diego.”
“Either I am going out with a couple of my girlfriends or I am going to go with a larger group.”
“I’m going to Santa Cruz to have a bonfire with my girlfriend and roast soy weenies.”
“I am going to tell the guy I like that I like him.”
“I am going to be in the library doing all the work I have to do before I leave for Disneyland this weekend.”
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TOP REASONS TO LEAVE YOUR COUCH THIS WEEK
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2/14 | THURSDAY Valentine’s Day Time: All Day Location: Everywhere Why Go? Show those around you how much you appreciate them. Study Abroad Events: Coffee Social on Valetine’s Day Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Location: Varsi Hall — Main Lobby Why Go? International Students, Returning Study Abroad Students and anyone interested in socializing with an international crowd is cordially invited to ISS’ Coffee Social for winter quarter. They will have warm coffee, cookies, pastries and most importantly a good conversation. Men’s Basketball vs. University of San Diego Time: 7 p.m. Location: Leavey Center Why Go? Support the Broncos as they play the Toreros.
2/15 | FRIDAY SCU Biology Department Seminar Series: David Ehrhardt Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: Daly Science, 206 Why Go? David Ehrhardt of Stanford Univesrity will present “Ten reasons why plant cells are the best cells.” Anthropology Winter Seminar Series: Dr. James McKenna Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: St. Clare Room Why Go? Dr. James McKenna of Notre Dame University will present “Why Infants Should Never Sleep Alone: Evolutionary, Cultural and Developmental Perspectives.” SCU Chemistry Department Seminar Series: ABI Symposium Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: California Mission Room, Benson Why Go? Join the Chemistry Department for their seminar series with ABI Symposium with Mark Ellisman as he talks about bioimaging.
Rainbow Prom Time: 9 p.m. - 12 a.m. Location: Locatelli Student Activity Center Why Go? Join SCCAP for their Masqueerade Ball, featuring DJ Atlas of Leve1 Events.
2/16 | SATURDAY Men’s Basketball vs. Pepperdine University Time: 7 p.m. Location: Leavey Center Why Go? Support the Broncos as they play the Waves. Student Spotlight Series: Winter One-Act Festival Time: 2 p.m. Location: Fess Parker Studio Why Go? Come see this one hour festival displaying quick and intimate theater. Directed by theater majors Camille Hayes and Clement Chee. Cost: $5
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2/17 | SUNDAY Liturgy Time: 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. Location: Mission Church Student Spotlight Series: Winter One-Act Festival Time: 2 p.m. Location: Fess Parker Studio Why Go? Come see this one hour festival displaying quick and intimate theater. Directed by theater majors Camille Hayes and Clement Chee. Cost: $5
2/18 | MONDAY President’s Day Time: All Day Location: Campus Wide Why Go? Celebrate our presidents and enjoy no class! Black History Month Breakfast Time: 11 a.m. Location: California Mission Room, Downstairs Benson Why Go? Join Igwebuike of the Multicultural Center for
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2/20 WEDNESDAY
good food, great friends and entertainment.
2/19 | TUESDAY APB and ASG Present: The Last Lecture with Regina Davis-Sowers Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Williman Room Why Go? Lecturer Regina Davis-Sowers of the sociology department will be speaking as a part of the Santa Clara University Last Lecture series. Snacks will be provided.
APB Presents: Jennifer Worick and Everything You Need to Know About Sex, Dating and College Time: 8 p.m. Location: Locatelli Student Activity Center Why Go? Stop by this Tuesday for a free lecture and question and answer session by New York Times best-selling author and blogger Jennifer Worick. The author of over 25 books and a writer for numerous publications, Worick has been named one of the four funniest bloggers in the U.S. by Reader’s Digest.
Music at Noon: Dirty Cello Time: 12 p.m. Location: Recital Hall Why Go? The San Francisco Bay Area’s most exciting crossover cellists, Dirty Cello presents a high-energy mix of soulful blues, swinging gypsy jazz and wild Euro-gypsy dance music. To suggest events for the calendar please contact Samantha Juda at: sjuda@scu.edu.
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Warriors, Losers of Five Straight
STANDINGS Men's Basketball Team Gonzaga (No. 3) Saint Mary’s Brigham Young Santa Clara San Diego San Francisco Pepperdine Portland Loyola Marymount
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WCC 10-0 10-1 8-4 6-5 5-5 4-7 3-8 2-9 1-10
Overall 23-2 21-4 1813-13 17-8 11-13 11-13 9-17 8-16
WCC 10-1 8-2 7-3 8-4 5-6 5-6 3-8 2-9 1-10
Overall -5 16-6 16-7 16-8 13-11 10-14 9-15 9-15 4-18
Women’s Basketball Team Gonzaga Saint Mary’s Brigham Young San Diego Portland Santa Clara Loyola Marymount San Francisco Pepperdine
Women’s Water Polo Team WWPA* Loyola Marymount (No. 15) 1-0 UC San Diego (No. 19) 2-0 Monterey Bay 0-2 Santa Clara 1-2 Sonoma State 1-1 East Bay 0-0 Colorado State 0-0 San Bernardino 0-0 *Western Water Polo Association
Overall 6-4 4-4 3-3 3-7 3-8 2-6 2-6 1-7
UPCOMING GAMES Men's Basketball San Diego @ Santa Clara Pepperdine @ Santa Clara Santa Clara @ Gonzaga
Thu. 2/14 7:00 p.m. Sat. 2/16 7:00 p.m. Wed. 2/20 8:00 p.m.
Women's Basketball Santa Clara @ Brigham Young Gonzaga @ Santa Clara
Thu. 2/14 7:00 p.m. Thu. 2/21 7:00 p.m.
Women’s Water Polo Santa Clara @ East Bay
Sun. 2/17 12:00 p.m.
Baseball Seattle @ Santa Clara Seattle @ Santa Clara Seattle @ Santa Clara Cal Poly @ Santa Clara
Fri. 2/15 Sat. 2/16 Sun 2/17 Mon. 2/18
12:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m.
BRONCO BRIEFS Boxing The Santa Clara boxing team, in partnership with Be the Match, recorded the most successful bone marrow drive in Santa Clara’s history on Jan. 17. At the beginning of the school year, the team had the opportunity to meet six-time World Champion and local Bay Area hero Robert Guerrero. The story of how he and his wife endured her battle with cancer inspired the team to promote Be the Match. Statistically, only one out of 450 will be matched to save someone’s life. The drive is a quarter way to their goal of 450 registrations from the Santa Clara student body. Their next drive will be in honor of former National Champion boxer Dodge Ackerman, who passed away from cancer his senior year at Santa Clara in 2003. The drive will be held during their home boxing match at Sunnyvale PAL Boxing Gym at 2 p.m. on Feb. 16. All Santa Clara students with ID will be admitted free.
Women’s Basketball Nici Gilday recorded her first career double-double on Saturday night, helping the Santa Clara women’s basketball team get back on track in West Coast Conference play with a 69-64 road win over the Univeristy of San Francisco. Ruta Zurauskyte led the Broncos in scoring with 16 points, and Meagan Fulps and Raquel Avila both chipped in 10 points.
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The Golden State Warriors have lost five straight games and now head into the NBA All-Star break with uncertainty around them. The return of center Andrew Bogut hasn’t proven as fruitful as some thought, but a week off could give the team a chance to regroup for the stretch run to the playoffs.
Golden State returning to their old, losing ways Chris Glennon
The Santa Clara The Golden State Warriors lost to the Houston Rockets 116-107 on Tuesday night, the fifth straight loss for the team that was inching toward the top half of the Western Conference playoff bracket a week ago. The Rockets’ James Harden had 27 points and seven rebounds on a nagging left knee and teammate Chandler Parsons added 21 points and nine assists. “When you have a team with seven guys who haven’t played in an 82-game season before, you’re going to have some fatigue,” said Santa Clara senior Nick Camilleri, who is a game day intern for the Warriors. “We just look tired and sloppy.” Houston’s Jeremy Lin finished with 14 points and 10 assists for the second time in eight days. A week after Houston tied the NBA record with 23 made 3-pointers in a testy 140-109 rout of the Warriors, the Bay Area rematch took a little longer to decide. Stephen Curry had 27 points and six assists and Jarrett Jack scored 22 points for the Warriors, who head into the All-Star break on a season-long, five-game losing streak. The first four losses for Golden State had come on the road. The Rockets seemed more riled up for the Warriors’ return to Oracle Arena than the home team.
Houston made 23 of 40 shots from beyond the arc against Golden State last week. Some Warriors players were upset about what they perceived as excessive celebration from the Rockets, and Warriors coach Mark Jackson ordered his players to foul in the final minutes just so the Rockets wouldn’t surpass the record. “They’re playing like they’ve played my whole life,” said Santa Clara junior and Bay Area native Brian Soares. “Back to the ways of no defense and very few wins. They need to return their focus to the defensive end.” The game also marked the first appearance in the Bay Area for Lin since “Linsanity” swept through the NBA a year ago. Lin is from nearby Palo Alto. The Warriors waived Lin before last season after he played sparingly as a rookie, Houston signed him for a couple of weeks before cutting him, and then the Knicks decided to give him a look. “We have a great point guard in Stephen (Curry), but it’s tough to know we gave Lin up for nothing,” said Soares. “We could have got a nice piece for him.” Lin became a sensation in New York. His burst of brilliance on Broadway earned him a three-year, $25 million deal with Houston that the Knicks declined to match. Lin’s backcourt teammate was the one who gave Golden State fits. Harden, wearing a protective sleeve around his knee, landed hard after missing a fast-break layup over 7-footer Andrew Bogut in the first quarter while the Warriors built a nine-point lead. Harden held his knee and limped to the bench during a timeout but stayed in the game. The Harden-Lin duo dodged defenders and drew fouls with relative ease. The pair combined to go 15 for 15 on free throws and score 26 points in the first half to pace the
Rockets to a 57-56 lead. Golden State had allowed at least 60 points in the first half of each of the past four games. Harden had another scary fall going for a fast-break layup in the third quarter. His right plant foot stepped on David Lee’s left shoe, twisting awkwardly as he tumbled to the ground. Harden limped trying to shake off the pain before he made both free throws. He walked gingerly to the locker room and returned a few minutes later, highlighting a 13-5 spurt with a driving dunk that helped Houston take an 88-77 lead. After the Warriors whittled the deficit to six early in the fourth quarter, the Rockets quickly broke the game wide open. Although the Warriors have lost five straight, they are still in position to make the playoffs if they can turn things around quickly. The break has come at a perfect time for the team, who still have five more days to try to get things back on track. With the All-Star break also inherently comes trade rumors. “I think they’ll be actively listening and if the right opportunity arises, they may make a move,” said Camilleri. “But I don’t think there’s a reason to force a trade.” Luckily for the Warriors, 18 of their remaining 30 games are at home, and their schedule will be easier compared to the one they have played so far in the new year. They are currently in sixth place in the Western Conference, with a five-game cushion on the last playoff spot. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Contact Chris Glennon at cglennon@scu.edu or call (408) 5544852.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK Martin Keskari Men’s Golf The freshman from Frankfurt, Germany finished in a season best second place in the Farms Collegiate Invitational hosted by the University of San Diego earlier this week. In the final round on Tuesday, Keskari hit 16 greens and shot an even-par 72. He finished one shot back of the University of Missouri’s Emilio Cuartero in the 54-hole tournament.
“I was definitely playing well, I think I missed just six or seven fairways all week,” said Keskari. “There’s no doubt I will be getting more (individual) confidence out of this.” The men’s golf team will be back in action at the Classic Club in Palm Springs, Calif. from Feb. 22 to Feb. 24.
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Women’s Tennis Drops Two Close Matches
Failure to close late results in a rough weekend Henry Gula
The Santa Clara Over the weekend, the Santa Clara women’s tennis team came out on the losing end of two close matches, losing 4-3 to both the Spartans of San Jose State University and 4-3 to the 56thranked Fresno State University Bulldogs. The Broncos now sit at 2-2 through the beginning of their spring season. The win by the Spartans on Saturday gave San Jose State their first win over the Broncos since 1998. “It was a tough match, they’re a good team,” said fifth-year Head Coach Ben Cabell. “It was a learning experience for us. We had some chances and we are definitely going to focus on taking advantage of the chances we have to win going forward.” Two of Santa Clara’s three points came from singles wins from number three Kelly Lamble and number four Stephanie Skaras. The Broncos’ number one,
Katie Le, lost her second match of the season in a third-set tiebreaker. In doubles, the Broncos’ number one doubles pairing, Le and Jessica Agra, and number three pairing, Skaras and Delphine Rouvillois, both won their matches and earned the doubles point for Santa Clara. “We did a lot of good things to get in position to win, but it’s not a fluke that they beat us, they’ve beaten a few good teams this year,” said Cabell of the Spartans. On Sunday against the Bulldogs, the Broncos shuffled their lineup and played without senior Alex Zaniewski, inserting freshman Chelby Cooke into the sixth spot. Despite losing to Fresno State, a bright spot for the Broncos was Cooke’s first win at the collegiate level. “I had a back surgery in the summer, so I started playing in January with the team,” Cooke told Santa Clara Broncos Athletics online. “I’m glad I played as hard as I did and closed in the end of my first official duel as a college player. I knew that I really needed to pull out a win whether it would have won the whole match for the team or not. Every match counts.” Cabell also stressed the importance of the team saying that the four points needed to secure
a team match victory can come from anywhere, regardless of whether it’s the first or sixth spot. The Broncos won the doubles point again against the Bulldogs, with wins again from Le and Agra in the first spot and Skaras and Rouvillois in the third. Le bounced back with a win to add to Cooke’s but the Broncos were unable to get the final point needed for a win. “We played them really close and if we can get a little bit better I think it’s a good sign for the rest of the season,” said Cabell. “We’re doing a lot of things right and if we can make a few adjustments we’ll be in really good shape.” The Broncos will travel to Arizona this weekend to take on the University of Arizona on Saturday and Arizona State University on Sunday. “If we can win even one of these two matches we’ll be right there in the rankings,” Cabell said. “We have a tough schedule this year. A couple good wins can put us where we want to be. It’s tough to feel like you really could and should be 4-0, but I think we look at it the right way and can use it to challenge ourselves later in the season to become better.” Contact Henry Gula at hgula@ scu.edu or call (408) 554-4852.
MALU VELTZE — THE SANTA CLARA
Santa Clara’s women’s tennis team dropped two close matches over the weekend and now sit at .500 for the season. They will be back in action this weekend with matches in Arizona.
SAINT MARY’S EASILY TOPS UPSET-MINDED BRONCOS
SAMANTHA JUDA — THE SANTA CLARA
Senior Raymond Cowels III drives into the Saint Mary’s College defense during Santa Clara’s 84-63 loss to the Gaels. The Broncos trailed from the start, despite having four players in double-digit scoring. The loss dropped Santa Clara to 6-5 in the West Coast Conference, a half game ahead of the University of San Diego. San Diego will be in the Leavey Center tonight in a battle for fourth place in the conference.
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Chris Glennon
One and Done Should Be No More
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f you thought millions of dollars falling out of someone’s pocket didn’t make a sound, you weren’t watching the University of Kentucky play the University of Florida Tuesday night. With about eight minutes left in the second-half, as Florida essentially had the game locked up, Kentucky’s star freshman Nerlens Noel blocked a shot from behind. He landed awkwardly and fell into the support under the hoop. He laid on the floor, screaming in agony while holding his left knee, a knee he injured playing in a game he almost surely wouldn’t have been in if it weren’t required for basketball players to be one year removed from high school before entering the NBA. An MRI Wednesday morning confirmed what most of us feared: Noel tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. His screams, which some said were audible from press row at the game, were from the excruciating pain he was experiencing. If he’s screaming today, though, its likely because his stock as the number one draft pick in the 2013 NBA draft is no longer certain. In other words, he’s no longer guaranteed millions of dollars. His injury brings up a question about the policy that basketball players must wait a year before playing in the NBA. Most go to college, some go to Europe, but the point remains the same: Players who are ready for the NBA and the millions of dollars and endorsement deals that come with it are forced to endure an extra year before they can claim their riches. I don’t think the decision about heading to the NBA should be up to anyone except for each individual player and their family. Some players come from families where money isn’t an issue, but some have their families counting on their stardom. For those families that are depending on their young adults to provide for them, another year without that money could be a huge deal. And for these same families, an injury, like Noel’s, would be devastating. I say if they don’t want to go to college, they shouldn’t have to. If I had some great entrepreneurial idea (Bill Gates or Steve Jobs anyone?), I think it would be hard for me to stay in school and wait to start making money. If the product is there, sell it. If the talent is there, move it to the NBA. Some of the players have no desire to get an education in the first place. If they want an education, they’ll enroll when their playing days are over. And they’ll be able to pay for it themselves, leaving valuable scholarship opportunities open to those who likely won’t make millions. Noel’s career isn’t over, but if I were him, there’s no way I would be coming back to Kentucky next year to try to regain what I would lose in the next six to eight months of rehab. I’m going straight to the NBA, and straight to the money. Chris Glennon is a sophomore finance major and editor of the Sports section.
Softball Opens New Stadium Team loses first two games in front of packed crowds Nick Ostiller
The Santa Clara After 34 years as a varsity program, the Santa Clara softball team played its first true home game this past Saturday at the brand new SCU Softball Field. The doubleheader against the University of the Pacific opened not only the 2013 season for the Broncos, but a whole new era for Santa Clara softball as the team was finally able to compete on campus. Since 1979, the Broncos had called various fields and locations “home” with a local park and a nearby junior college serving as the most recent versions. “It’s very exciting and this team certainly deserves it,” said Athletic Director Dan Coonan, addressing the crowd of 250 that came out to support the momentous occasion on Saturday morning. “It’s a big day for us and we’re so happy that you could be here to share it.” The two games marked a big step in a journey that began back in July 2011 when the athletic department was given the green light to start fundraising for an on-campus softball facility. Less than two years later, the dream is being realized as students and parents lined the new field under a clear, blue sky on Saturday morning. Despite dropping both games to Pacific by scores of 6-0 and 8-1, Santa Clara Head Coach Lisa Mize expressed her positive feelings about the big day for her team. “The atmosphere was awesome,” said Mize. “Just to know you’re in front of a home crowd with that many fans that came out to watch, it was a great sense of support that we’re going to get. Hopefully that is going to continue and we’ll build from there.” The field itself, which is nestled between the Leavey Center and Stephen Schott Stadium, proudly displays the words “Santa Clara University” in large letters on the outfield wall. With additional construction to the field already planned for the coming months, Mize hopes that continuous improvement of the clean, new facility will not only garner school spirit, but boost the program as well. “It’s a huge recruiting tool,” she
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The Santa Clara softball team opened up their season this past weekend, playing its first ever games on the Mission Campus. They lost both games to the University of Pacific Tigers, but had support from capacity crowds at their new stadium.
said. “The campus sells itself, but this is one more piece. I think we’ll have one of the best facilities in the conference for years to come.” While Mize believes that the SCU Softball Field will attract future talent, the process seems to already have begun as evidenced by past decisions of players currently on the roster. Freshman Ciara Gonzales, who was the starting pitcher for Santa Clara in the second game of the doubleheader, said that “it was a big selling point to be able to come into a team that was just starting out with a new facility.” The new field was also a selling point for fans of Bronco softball.
With the bleachers behind home plate filled to capacity, several students were relegated to standing room — something many of the players had never experienced during their careers at Santa Clara. “It was really exciting to have a home crowd,” said sophomore pitcher Jaymi Bautista-Geiger. “Everyone’s family came out and a lot of students came and supported.” Some of the students that showed their support to the team on opening day included senior Devin Character and junior Ashley Cabrera. Character attended the game because his girlfriend is on the team and said that he will
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“probably be at a lot of them now... because now it’s on campus so it’s easy to get to.” Cabrera, on the other hand, did not have any intention of attending but was drawn in my the energy of the crowd as she was walking by the field. “It seemed like a really vibrant, happening, loud place so I stopped by,” said Cabrera. “It’s the opening game I think so I was like, ‘I should check it out,’ because I haven’t really seen the field yet...It’s a really fun, energetic atmosphere.” Contact Nick Ostiller at nostiller@scu.edu or call (408) 554-4852.