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Choosing a major can easily be the most daunting task for incoming freshmen, and many students are known to change their major throughout their academic careers. Determining how to navigate from one major to another can be stressful, but this is a process that no student must confront alone.

UCCS has plenty of resources to help undecided majors find where their interests lie and suggest majors best tailored to their talents.

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OPINION Paying for college: There are options Princesses suck Sara Horton provided on your FAFSA and provides your Official Expected Family Contribution (EFC). shorton@uccs.edu You will receive your SAR within a few days page 14 after filing your FAFSA online.

SCRIBBLE Top 10 college myths page 15

No major, No problem Sara Horton

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Paying for college can be a challenging notion that requires both guidance and experience.

There are several resources available to students and parents to help make paying for college a little bit easier.

UCCS offers great advising and works with parents or students to make the costs and fees to attend school a relatively simple ordeal.

To start, students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, also known as the FAFSA. The FAFSA enables a student to apply for federal and state financial aid.

There is no charge for submitting the FAFSA and the UCCS Financial Aid office can assist with and questions about the form or the financial aid that comes with it. The one catch with the FAFSA is it must be resubmitted at the start of every school year.

The next advised step for incoming students is to review your Student Aid Report (SAR).

Your SAR summarizes the information you

Once you have received your secure link through email, carefully check your SAR for errors. If you discover any errors, you can correct them online or contact the financial aid office to assist you in making any needed corrections.

After taking these first two initial steps, admission to UCCS follows. Following official admission, feel free to apply for as many UCCS scholarships as you want or need by using the Scholarship Applications found at the Financial Aid office or on the UCCS website.

Lastly, apply for Student Loans. Student Loans will help pay for the majority of your education while at UCCS. There is a wide array of student loan options including the Stafford Loan, the Federal Parent Loan, the Federal Perkins Loan, as well as short term loans, just to name a few.

Check in with UCCS Financial Aid to see which loan works best with your desired payment plan. S

Step One: The Career Center The UCCS Career Center recognizes choosing a major can cause many incoming freshmen anxiety for many different reasons. Some students may know a subject appeals to them but don’t know how that will translate into a future career. Similarly, students may have an idea of what they would like to do after graduation but not how to get there.

Other students may not even know what to study because they’re interested in multiple different subjects or may not be sure where their interests lie.

“For any or all of those situations, coming in to the Career Center can help,” said Bev Kratzer, director of the Career Center. “We offer individual career counseling as well as a variety of assessments to help identify areas of interest, strength and ability.” The Career Center offers multiple career assessments, which are summarized at www.uccs. edu/~career/pages/students/ tests_inventories.htm. The assessments range from the DISCOVER assessment, which is free to students, to more intensive assessments that require a $20 fee, such as the MyersBriggs Type Indicator.

“I think it’s very important to help the freshmen understand that a variety of majors can lead to multiple careers and that they want to choose something they enjoy so that it reflects in their attitudes and achievements during their college career,” Kratzer continued. The Career Center is not just for students with undecided majors, though. Kratzer encouraged every incoming freshman to visit the Career Center and explore their career options. The Career Center is located at Main Hall 201 and is open Monday through Friday

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Live, laugh, learn: Making the most of your college years

Cherise Fantus cfantus@uccs.edu Most people enter college just after graduating high school. They move into the dorms and get a chance to be free from mom and dad for the first time in their lives.

I am not one of those people. I joined the Army right after high school. I spent the next six years moving around the country, gaining all sorts of knowledge and experience.

I started college at the age of 24. I was excited to be in a learning environment again. That’s not to say I was excited to be in a learning environment when I was in high school. No, I was one of those kids who did not live up to my potential.

Unlike most, I was given six years to grow up and realize that maybe I should try to accomplish something more for myself academically.

When I walked into class during that first week, I felt old and out of place. I was surrounded by a younger generation to which I did not belong.

I had been in a completely different world while I was in the Army, and this felt strange.

It may have given me an advantage, though. I wasn’t concerned with making friends or drink-

ing beer (OK, the drinking beer thing may have been an interest of mine).

I had had six years to figure out exactly what I wanted to be when I grew up. I had purpose and focus, while the other kids were still trying to figure it out.

I also didn’t have as many distractions as most other students.

Going to class and doing homework were my main focus. I didn’t have to decide between going to Billy’s party or completing my term paper. I didn’t skip class because I was too hungover from Billy’s party last night.

On the other hand, I also missed out on all of those things. Of course, I don’t condone skipping class because you’re hungover.

But college is the place to not only get an education, but to learn. It’s the place to learn about yourself, what you want and how to be on your own.

It’s the place to meet new people and broaden your horizons. It’s the place to make mistakes and then learn from them. These are all parts of becoming an adult.

In my first year at UCCS, I was the definition of a commuter student. I came to class, then I went home. I did not make many friends. I did not go to parties. I did not join any clubs. I just didn’t get involved on campus at all. That has been the biggest mistake I’ve made in my college career.

Then, I started working for The Scribe. I integrated myself into a community and became a part of something. I learned about my school, my classmates and my community. I finally feel like I belong, and it has made

my college experience much more worthwhile.

I am still able to concentrate on my coursework without too much distraction, but my quality of life and sense of community on campus has greatly improved.

As you embark on your college career, take advantage of the opportunities you have in front of you. Use this time to get to know yourself. If you haven’t chosen a major and have no idea what you want to be when you grow up – great! This is the time to explore different areas and explore yourself. Take the time to figure out what you are truly passionate about.

Make friends and get involved. Don’t waste all of your time getting drunk and partying. Join a club. Join six clubs. Get involved in the SGA. Get a job on campus. Getting involved in campus activities is not only a great way to add something to your resume, but it’s a great way to make friends who share your interests; it’s a wonderful way to discover interests – and maybe career paths – that you hadn’t thought about before; it’s the best way to get to know your campus and your community and feel like you are a part of something.

Open your eyes to the possibilities. Don’t blow off classes you think you won’t need. You might discover an interest you didn’t know existed. You might make friends with people you never thought you’d get along with.

This is the last opportunity you’ll have where your entire purpose is to find yourself and explore different interests. Make the most of it and enjoy yourself! S

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Student government’s mission to support student body Cherise Fantus cfantus@uccs.edu One of the Student Government Association’s (SGA) duties is to allocate funding for clubs on campus. But SGA President-elect Jarod Gray and Vice President-elect Hector Flores want people to know that they are not just about funding clubs; they are here to support the student body.

While they believe the previous administration did a stellar job, they do plan to make some changes for the 2011-2012 academic year.

“Building a community,” is just one thing they hope to work toward, according to Flores. He wants to make sure that people not only know that there is a student government, but want to get involved. As a management major with a marketing minor, he feels he has the tools to get the word out.

He plans on focusing a lot of attention on marketing the SGA. He hopes that this will encourage people to get involved with the SGA, turn out to vote and work with the community, both on campus and off. He wants this to be more than a commuter campus; he wants people to stay on campus after class and get involved in activities.

Since the voter turnout has traditionally been low, they want to encourage increased participation and make sure students have a say on campus.

“Our mission is to be the student voice,” said Gray.

The SGA is involved in the ICSF, or Intercampus Student Forum, which is made up of all the schools in the CU system. The student governments from all campuses get together and collaborate on ideas. They deal with issues that affect all campuses and try to develop mutually beneficial solutions.

Then they bring their solutions to the regents to ensure things get done. They work hard so students’ voices are heard when it comes time for the regents to make their decisions.

Gray and Flores encourage everyone to get involved – if not in SGA, then in one of the many clubs on campus. Future employers look for people with good leadership potential who have been involved in extra-curricular activities.

“SGA is a place to become leaders,” said Gray. There are many ways to get involved with the SGA. Students can become students-at-large, which would not actually make them members of the SGA, but members of a committee that

Photo courtesy of Scribe archives works with the SGA. These committees meet about once a month and give students a chance to voice their opinions.

Students can also get involved in the Runners Program, which was developed during the 2010-2011 academic year.

Runners in the Runners Program go to different classes around campus and announce specific messages at the beginning of class. For each announcement they make, they are entered into a raffle where they can win anything from a box of cookies to a $200 gift card for the bookstore.

There are also open positions within the SGA for those who are interested in becoming involved with the government on campus. Contact the SGA if you are interested in getting involved.

Gray and Flores are confident in their ability to work together and get things

accomplished on campus. They have been working together in SPECTRUM for over two years, where they became president and vice president, respectively, in the 2010-2011 academic year.

They work well together because they “think the same way,” according to Flores.

“There are times we don’t see eyeto-eye, which is good, too, because then we can sit down and come to a better solution,” he said.

If students are having issues, they should feel free to talk to members of the SGA. According to Gray, “It’s a safe place where students can really speak to us.”

Visit uccs.edu/~sga for more information or email at sga@uccs.edu if you have questions or would like to get involved. S

A guide to living without a major Continued from page 1

from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To schedule an appointment, call 719-255-3340.

Step Two: Academic Advising The Student Success Center offers academic advising, a service that students often seek to change their majors and plan credit hours. “On average, college students change their major three times over the course of their college career,” said Nashla Dawahre, an Undecided Academic Advisor. “It is not unusual for college freshmen to be undecided about their choice of a college major.”

Being an undecided major, especially as an underclassman, is not a problem because students can explore a variety of majors by taking a combination of general education courses and electives. “Most majors at UCCS allow for a certain amount of general education courses and elective hours,” added Dawahre. “Therefore, being undecided is a perfect way to explore a future path.”

For students to feel more confident about their major, Dawahre recommends the following actions: Join one of the many clubs and organizations on campus associated with your interests, connect with a mentor at the Office of First Year Experience, take the DISCOVER assessment at the Career Center, visit the undecided student website at www.uccs.edu/~undecided and speak with an undecided academic advisor regularly to go over major requirements. The Student Success Center is on the second floor of Main Hall. Walk-in advising is available on Mondays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and advising is also available Tuesday through Friday by appointment. To schedule an appointment, call 719-255-3260. S

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Pros and cons of bikes on campus Ryan Piechowski rpiechow@uccs.edu With many of the new buildings on the UCCS campus earning environmental recognition, students are doing their best to follow suit. With increased gas prices, high costs of parking passes and limited available spaces on campus, many students are turning to bicycles and scooters as their primary methods of transportation.

Over the past few semesters, the number of students at UCCS has risen dramatically. An increase in students means a decrease in available parking spaces. Students have to plan ahead and show up early to class for any chance of finding an available spot that isn’t what feels like ten miles away.

Bikes and scooters offer a great way to avoid the parking lot congestion as bike racks are placed throughout campus. After registering your bike, students can utilize any of the bike racks located near most campus buildings. any of these bike racks located in front of most campus buildings.

Along with available bike parking, there are a variety of other on-campus bike services. The Student Outdoor Leadership Expeditions (SOLE) located in the University Recreation Center is a great resource for all your bicycle needs. The Recreation Center offers a

free self-service Bike Shop with mechanic assistance at request. Also, there are rental bikes available should you want to take a bike out on or off campus for the day.

Another plus to biking is the amount of money saved. To start, gas prices are nearing four dollars a gallon around the city and spending close to a hundred dollars to fill up a tank of gas can be hard on a college student’s budget.

Bikes run on an alternate form of fuel known as leg power, which is free and virtually limitless. Another cost saved by biking is the high price of UCCS parking passes. Biking rather than driving can save you hundreds of dollars on parking fees and can also ensure you make it to class on time.

The positives of biking, however, do come with a few setbacks. For one, the notoriously sporadic Colorado weather can make it tough to decide whether to bike or drive. The frigid temperatures and conditions of a Colorado winter make it nearly impossible to ride a bike during the colder months. Biking is tough on its own, and biking in 40 pounds of bulked up clothing can make it even tougher. Along with this, showing up to class sweaty and tired can be extremely uncomfortable, too.

For more information on the biking services offered at the campus Rec Center, visit the SOLE website through the UCCS main webpage. S

Helpful housing tips

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Molly Mrazek

mmrazek@uccs.edu The end of the school year is rapidly approaching and with it comes the anxiety and excitemtne about next year’s living arrangements. There are a number of things to consider before making the leap off or back on campus.

Pros

On-Campus

Transportation. The shuttle is a huge plus. When there was bad weather, someone else could drive in it for you!

That way, you don’t have to dig your car out of snow and scrape ice from your window. Also, gas is ridiculous nowadays.

No monthly bills. When you live oncampus you don’t have to worry about paying rent every month, or paying for utilities. Depending on how you pay for school, your housing is factored right in, meaning you may only have to pay once (or not until six months after you graduate if you have loans).

Friends. If you’re not a social pariah, it’s likely you made friends at school.

Chances are they may live on-campus which means you can maintain these friendships through the next year.

Pros

Expensive. In most cases, living oncampus is more expensive per semester than living in an apartment or house that you rent with some friends.

No disconnect. If you live on-campus, there’s no space between you and school. You’re there all the time.

Limitations. There are rules and restrictions when living on-campus. As there would be with any place you live; however, you are only allowed a certain type and size of pet (goldfish). Do you really want to be restricted to an insignificant goldfish when you could have a dog?

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Cons

Freedom. We want to be able to come home to a place where mattress size is your decision and parking isn’t always a half mile from your front door. Also, a place of your own with a mailbox is pretty cool, too. I’m sure you remember playing house.

Commute. It’s no secret that trying to find a parking spot on-campus can be nightmarish. Not to mention the fact that in most cases you end up looking like a creep stalking your prey when you see someone walking towards the parking lot.

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Expensive. So this is a con in both situations. Unless you’re living with your parents, living somewhere is going to be a bit steep for any college student with nothing but butterflies in their wallet.

And even if you ARE living with your parents, they may make you pay rent anyways because they resent you for not leaving the nest. S

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Students can utilize SOLE for all their outdoor needs; some of these services include bike, ski and snowboard maintenance.

Cons

On-campus Rec Center offers variety of ammenities Marguerite Breeden mbreeden@uccs.edu The Recreation Center, paid with through student fees, provides students with fitness equipment and opportunities to further their fitness goals through intramural activities, outdoor adventures and group fitness classes.

Conveniently located, the rec center is on the north end of campus between the Alpine and Summit Housing Villages, the Rec Center is open daily so students can enjoy time off from their busy schedules to have fun while working hard.

Students interested in signing up for group fitness classes need to come into the rec and fill out a waiver for a group fitness card. Once they have done this they pay a one-time fee of five dollars, which allows them unlimited access to all group fitness

classes throughout the semester.

Other services, such as the Outdoor recreation center, have more limited hours, but provide students with inexpensive rentals. They will also wax and tune skis and snowboards.

The Rec offers numerous group fitness classes including kickboxing, pilates, yoga and zumba. There is also a pool where swim lessons are offered. A water slide and hot tub with a stellar view of Pikes Peak are also available for use.

The outdoor recreation center offers many adventurous trips throughout the semester. Some popular trips include ice climbing, rock climbing, ski and soak bus, backpacking trip to Rocky mountain national park and snow snowshoeing trips.

Intramurals at the Rec consist primarily of volleyball, water polo, basketball, flag football, dodgeball and badminton. Ian Richards, the

Intramural Coordinator and building manager noted the space “may be reserved through KB Lindsey to [host] events. This year we hosted an after prom for a local high school as well as Relay for Life. The pool can also be reserved for events, typically during normal operating hours. People can also reserve the gym, multipurpose room and aerobics room for events as well.”

Richards also advises freshmen to come and check out The Rec because “It is a great way to meet friends and to hang out. With all the different services that we provide there is something for everyone here. Studies have shown that individuals who allow time in their day to become active for as little as 30 minutes are healthier and happier. Intramural sports are probably one of the best ways to get Photo courtesy of www.uccs.edu out and have some fun and make some memories and get involved in Junior Teal Collins enjoys one of the many Yoga classes the Rec Center has to offer. the UCCS community.” S

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Your week at a glance How to get the perfect fall A guide to using DARS: semester schedule for you getting the right classes Ryan Adams

radams3@uccs.edu As orientation draws near, so does the time when all incoming students pick their fall schedules. Some get what they want, some get what they need, and well, some don’t get anything right.

For those who are in that third category or for those who are just plain confused about scheduling classes, do not worry.

The UCCS Student Success Center, located in Main Hall, Room 208, is here to help. Below are tips that have been retrieved from their website; a place that all freshman and new students should become familiar with. That address is www. uccs.edu/ssc and here are some pointers that the Student Success Center offers in regards to schedule help.

In regards to registering, each student should try and get one, a manageable credit load and two, classes that they are required to take. Having a manageable credit load will make transitioning from high school a much easier process. A recommended credit load would be between 14 and 16 credits.

Freshman should try not to have more than 16 credits because the studying, work and tests would be non-stop.

This is the year for you to get acquainted with your surroundings and meet new people.

Ta k i n g a manageable credit load will allow to you get good grades but also allow you enough time to be a freshman in college.

Yes, some freshman can handle more than 16 credits, but don’t kill yourself.

This is a chance for you to start a new chapter of your life, so don’t feel like you have to take the most credits possible your first year. You’ll be here for a while, so sit back, relax and don’t forget to take required classes.

As a freshman, you really don’t have too many specialized classes your first semester. This means that you have a lot of required classes to take. Those classes will include subjects like Math, English, Economics, a foreign language class and many others depending on your major.

Besides those classes, freshman take a

“Freshman Seminar.” This class takes place before school even starts so freshman can meet their fellow classmates and make friends before the rest of the UCCS student body arrives.

One more thing to take into consideration when signing up for classes is how you schedule them. This is kind of based on what kind of person you are, what your major is and when the classes are available.

If you’re the type of person who likes to get everything done in the morning, take morning classes.

If you want to sleep in, then take

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afternoon and evening classes. Or do a mix of both. It’s really about what kind of person you are.

Your major will also determine how you schedule classes. Some classes are only offered at a certain time, so if it’s at 8 a.m., then you’ll just have to suck it up.

Finally, sometimes classes can be available at times when you will have long breaks in between. This can be a good and bad thing. You can get a lot of things done during breaks but you can also get lazy and actually might miss class.

Scheduling classes is all about preference and availability, so the earlier you get it done, the more likely your schedule will fit who you are as a person.

and turned into a system called DARS (Degree Auditing Report System). This system produces degree progress reports that help students decided on what they should take in their upcoming years based on grades, classes taken, and their specific degree. It is really a good way to see what your path at UCCS is going to look like and it is recommended that UCCS students use DARS to their advantage during their tenure at the university.

Once you have a “MyUCCS” account in the university portal is when you will be able to access DARS. After a couple semesters at the school, DARS will be more effective and helpful to use since then students can see their progress at the

radams3@uccs.edu At many schools around the country, advisers have found an easier way to track a student’s progress by using a system called Degree Auditing or DA. At UCCS, the academic advisers have taken DA

university so far. To use DARS, students have to log in to their “MyUCCS” portal and then go to the “Degree Audit” option.

Then they can access DARS from there.

It is best to use DARS with an academic adviser at UCCS so they can help determine what is best for your future schedules. Students can of course use DARS at their own discretion, but if they do have any questions academic advisers are available for their use at success@ uccs.edu.

Besides D A R S , freshmen have other options to use to select the right classes. Going to the Student Success Center or Office of First Year Experience are two viable options that many students use year round.

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The Office is run by director, Doctor Barbara Gaddis, assistant director Ellen Pettijohn, and graduate intern Bonnie Nephew. The three are available each day of the week to help freshman with scheduling concerns, class help, and just really anything that a freshman needs help with. This, along with the Student Success Center, is a great place to go at the beginning of the year when freshman need help selecting classes with special attention to specific professors, time of the day, and difficulty.

Selecting the right classes for you is a process, but if you go to the right people and ask for the right help, then there is no doubt that you will have no trouble finding the right schedule. UCCS has many options besides the ones listed above that you go to if you ever need help with selecting classes or anything else. All you have to do is ask. S

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Where to eat in Colorado Springs Story by Sara Horton, shorton@uccs.edu Photos by Ariel Lattimore

When you’re a hungry college student, you occasionally reach a point where those ramen noodles and peanut butter sandwiches no longer do the job. Thankfully, Colorado Springs has plenty of eateries willing to fill your stomach for a minimal fee. Here are just a few local favorites:

Marigold Café & Bakery

Omelette Parlor

Food: Sandwiches, pizzas, salads, soups and more are ready to order if you can

Food: The Omelette Parlor’s famous omelettes are each made with three grade AA

get past the impressive display of cakes, éclairs and tarts made at the in-house bakery.

Price: A little on the steep side. The dinner menu is especially pricy, so instead

large eggs, prepared by skillet and served with an English muffin and your choice of meat, tomatoes, yogurt, fruit, potatoes or cottage cheese. There is also an expansive list of sandwiches, side dishes and other breakfast foods available.

drop by for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pizzas, salads and full sandwiches are about $8 with your choice of white, wheat or sourdough bread and served with a side of pasta salad. Marigold’s delicious deserts only cost about $5 or less.

Price: Excellent for the amount of food you get. The omelettes are about $10 and

Location: Marigold is at 4605 Centennial Boulevard, five more minutes from the campus than University Village but still a convenient distance.

this the most convenient restaurant for a quick breakfast between classes, but it still deserves a visit because its award-winning breakfasts are served all day.

breakfast dishes tend to be anywhere within the $5 to $8 range.

Location: The Omelette Parlor is at 900 East Fillmore St., which may not make

Borriello Brothers

Panera Bread

Food: Mostly pizza, but there are also calzones, subs, salads and desserts. The New-

Food: Soups, sandwiches and salads. Although the selection may sound limited,

Price: Cheap, especially if you split the pizza and the cost with a friend. A specialty

Price: Reasonable. Soup in a bread bowl, café sandwiches, salads and signature

York style pizzas come with your choice of toppings: choose from pepperoni, mushrooms, bacon, eggplant, meatballs, jalapenos, pineapple and more, or just order one of the several specialty pies. or favorite pizza is about $20, but a 12” or a 16” thin crust pizza is only around $12.

Show your university ID to get a slice and a drink for $3.25.

Location: Borriello Brothers has eight locations in Colorado Springs, but the location closest to the campus is at 3240 Centennial Boulevard, only fifteen minutes away.

Panera has an impressive variety of bread, sandwiches and meal combinations that promise something for almost every appetite. A favorite amongst students is soup in a bread bowl, a warm treat perfect for cold afternoons. sandwiches cost about $5. Breakfast sandwiches cost even less.

Location: Panera has multiple locations across Colorado Springs, but the most

convenient location is in University Village at 5230 North Nevada Avenue. University Village is just down the street from the campus. S

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The Do’s and Don’ts of living with a Roommate Molly Mrazek mmrazek@uccs.edu

The Maté Factor: A Common Ground Café

Moving in with someone you’ve never met can be nerve-wracking. You have heard your fair share of horror stories regarding terrible roommates and maybe you’ve even seen the recently released movie one psychotic roommate.

It’s not a shot in the dark to say that it’s likely the only roommates you’ve had were family members. First and foremost, the person (or persons) you’re going to room with are not part of your family. They are not genetically predisposed to love and accept every disgusting habit you have.

Therefore, the following is a guide to the correct and incorrect ways to interact and deal with a new roommate.

966 Manitou Ave. Iconic of Manitou Springs, the Maté Factor is open almost all the time, serving their deliciously flavored, high-energy teas. The food at Maté is organic and various; they serve sandwiches and soups and muffins and more. The inside is kind of small, but if you’re lucky enough to stake out a corner booth, it’s a great place to hang.

Closes around: Fridays at noon through Saturdays around 5 p.m.; otherwise, open 24 hours/day WiFi: Yes The Scribe recommends: iced vanilla hazelnut maté

Do’s

Pikes Perk

14 S Tejon St., 5965 North Academy Blvd., two others Pikes Perk is a staple of the Colorado Springs area, with four locations across the city. Prices are fair, and the overstuffed couches and various tables offer an ideal spot for group meetings or outings with friends. The downtown location even has a loft above the main shop where you can hole up to do homework.

Closes around: 9 p.m.

WiFi: Yes The Scribe recommends: Italian cream soda

Jives

2418 West Colorado Ave. An independently owned and operated coffee shop, Jives blends jazz, coffee and a New Orleans feel into a cozy hole-in-the-wall in Old Colorado City. The coffee is mostly free trade and unusually delicious, so the moderate price range is well worth it. Jives frequently hosts live music of various types; there’s always something going on.

Closes around: midnight WiFi: Yes The Scribe recommends: iced Red Moon

Don’ts

• Overreact. Don’t sweat the small stuff. There is a fine line between the things that need to be brought up and the things that need to be let go. It’s up to your own discretion to figure out what those are, but nobody likes a Nagging Nancy or a whiner.

• Wait. Don’t let things that have been bothering you fester. With time, it only becomes more vexing.

• Intrude. Keep your belongings to yourself and don’t take your roommates belongings. It’s also not your place to have an opinion about the belongings that your roommate has (unless it’s in some way illegal). Don’t take your roommate’s food either, unless they say it’s okay. Food is a precious commodity to poor college students.

• Stay in your room all the time. Venture out. Don’t be a social pariah. Plus, it makes your roommate feel awkward if every time they come home, you’re there. They may feel like something is wrong with you.

• Be a pig. Be respectful. Clean up after yourself. Your mother is at home. And your RA is busy with other things.

Remember, the resident assistants are there to help. However, most conflicts can be resolved by just talking through them. And no one likes a tattle-tale that goes running to mommy with every disagreement. S

Montague’s

1019 South Tejon St. Part steampunk, part hipster, Montague’s is a place of atmosphere and comfort. The plush high-backed chairs are a perfect spot to curl up and study or read, and the longer couches and tables offer spots where groups can gather. The drinks are quite good, though a little pricey; an array of pastries and sandwiches is also available.

Closes around: 10 p.m.

WiFi: Yes The Scribe recommends: White mocha

Starbucks

• Communicate. Do not be passive. You’re not going to learn all of your roommate’s quirks in one day, but if you do find one that rubs you the wrong way, let them know in a mature manner. Bottled up feelings lead to resentment and bigger problems in the long run.

• Be patient. Remember, this whole roommate thing is new to them, too. Don’t jump on them for leaving the curling iron on or some socks on the floor.

• Make a point to understand each other. You are not required to be friends with your roommate, it would make the living situation a lot easier if you were, but not everybody clicks in that way. Figure out when each other likes to go to bed and wake up so as not to disturb each other; also figure out if they like to share their things or were they an only child?

• Make time. If you DO get along with your roommate, make a point to do things together. Get lunch at the Overlook, have study time in the Library, etc.

Grow in your relationship with them.

4465 Centennial Boulevard, and many others I know there’s a Starbucks on every corner and the coffee’s nothing special, but sometimes convenience has to weigh in over quality, and the Starbucks nearest campus, just a few blocks up Garden of the Gods Road, has a drive-through and is staffed by people who understand the late-for-class-but-couldn’t-sacrifice-caffeine rush.

Closes around: 10 p.m.

WiFi: Yes The Scribe recommends: Green tea frappuccino

Beware of Animals: a guide to UCCS wildlife Marguerite Breeden mbreeden@uccs.edu Going to UCCS definitely has its benefits; some of these include living on a campus that is conducive to wildlife.

Although there is the possibility of seeing wildlife on any given day, these sightings increase between March and November. Typical animals seen include dogs, deer, bears and mountain lions.

Usually, when Campus Security receives a call it’s in regards to “injured animals or sightings of dangerous animals.”

There have also been reports of bears going through dumpsters looking for food. Jim Spice, Campus Chief of Police, ensures Campus safety by utilizing the services provided by the Division of Wildlife or the Pikes Peak Humane Society.

Because wildlife lives in close proximity to campus, it is important for campus security to keep its students and employees safe everyday. Public safety strives to achieve this by “responding to animal calls to help locate the animal and

assess the situation for further action.”

While walking around the campus or hiking the Bluffs, students should proceed with caution if they encounter wildlife. According to the Colorado Division of Wildlife, students should not “harass capture, domesticate or—in most cases—feed [animals]. Intentional or inadvertent feeding is the major cause of most wildlife problems, and it is illegal to feed deer, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, pronghorn, and elk in Colorado.”

It is important for first time Coloradoans to respect animals and their space to ensure an animal does not feel violated enough to attack. As stated by the Center of Wildlife, students should let someone know where they are going , make noise on the trail, hike with someone, avoid carcasses or other dangerous items, avoid night hikes and don’t try to take pictures of wild animals.

It’s important to remember that if you encounter dangerous wildlife on the trail stay calm and call the Department of Public Safety at 255-311 to report the sighting. S

Places To Kno Story by Matt Sidor, msidor@uccs.edu Photos by Ariel Lattimore

Engineering

Math Learning Center (1st Floor): Get free walk-in tutoring with your math (and some science) homework assignments here.

Campus Recreation Center

A large gym, a solar-heated swimming pool, indoor track, weightlifting, cardio machines, and an indoor rock climbing wall. Don’t let the “Freshman 15” creep up on you – you pay about $80 a semester in student fees for this place whether or not you actually use it, so take advantage of it. There’s also an outdoor rec. center where you can check out hiking and camping equipment and get your mountain bike serviced for cheap.

Science and Engineering

Foucault Pendulum (2nd Floor): Check out this amazing science art exhibit in the main foyer, demonstrating the rotation of the Earth. Put your hands on the electrode panels and convince yourself that the little whirlpool actually does anything.

Monarch Dormatory

Housing Office (1st Floor): Check your mail here (if you live in the dorms) and sign up for meal plans.

Lower Lodge

Cafeteria (1st Floor): Typical cafeteria fare, open all day and all weekend. (A hidden resource for those of us who live off campus but don’t have time to dash off for something to eat!)

Columbine Hall

The Writing Center (3rd Floor): Get your papers proofread and brush up on your grammar skills.

Oral Communication Center (3rd Floor): Practice for your next presentation or speech and learn how to get over those public speaking jitters.

Daz Bog Coffee (2nd Floor): Coffee and pastries.

Bring your own mug to get a cheap refill. (You’ll probably wonder why they picked such an awkward location to put a coffee cart, but don’t question it – just get your coffee and get out of there!)

Parking Garage

Parking Services (1st Floor): Buy your parking permit here or, more often, pay off your parking tickets.

Student Health Center (1st Floor): A full-service, low-cost doctor’s office open to all students – no insurance plan required. Be sure to get your flu shot here when it becomes available (unless you actually like staying in your dorm room all weekend with a fever.)

ow On Campus University Center

Information Desk (1st Floor): If you have a question, they probably have an answer. This is also where your student ID gets printed.

Bookstore (1st Floor): Textbooks, naturally, but also random office supplies, snacks and sodas, and the latest in collegiate fashions.

Copy Center (1st Floor): They can copy, bind and print pretty much anything you need, color or black and white, at reasonable prices.

MOSAIC - Multicultural Office for Student Access, Inclusiveness, and Community (1st Floor): A safe place for students to engage in discussions about social identities, cultures, experiences, and viewpoints; also home to the LGBT Resource Center. If you ever feel like you just don’t fit in, the students and faculty here always keep their door open to help you.

ROAR - Refuge for Organizations And Recreation (1st Floor): Home to Student Government Affairs and the administrative services for clubs on campus. This is your first destination if you want to join a club or start a new one.

Clyde’s (1st Floor): Modern bar and restaurant featuring fullstrength beer and wine. (Yes, they will still card you.) Stop by to grab a pint between classes, shoot some pool or watch the game on the big screen.

Jazzman’s (2nd Floor): Coffee and pastries. Bring your own mug to get a cheap refill between classes.

Overlook Cafe (2nd Floor): Your typical campus cafeteria, with mini-pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, Chinese-style food, and other snacks and goodies.

Gallogly Events Center

Main Gym (1st Floor): The main venue for athletic games and larger events on campus.

Dwire Hall

Daz Bog Coffee (1st Floor): Coffee and pastries. Bring your own mug to get a cheap refill between classes.

Main Hall

Student Success Center (2nd Floor): All undergraduate advising is here – this should be your first stop anytime you’re considering picking up a minor, changing your major, or just trying to figure out what classes you’ll need to take next semester.

Career Services Center (2nd Floor): Get your resume looked over, brush up on your interview skills, and find out about internship opportunities related to your major.

Campus Services Building

Office of Sustainability (2nd Floor): UCCS is committed to lowering our carbon footprint by 20 percent by 2020 and 80 percent by 2050. Stop by to learn about events you can volunteer for and other ways to help with our goal.

Kraemer Family Library

A treasure trove of materials for your next research report or just some pleasure reading. Take advantage of Prospector (prospector. coalliance.org) and you can request books to be delivered from almost any library in the state. Check out the Third Floor for cozy spots to study and private group study rooms.

Centennial Hall

Science Learning Center (2nd Floor): Get free walk-in tutoring with your science assignments here.

Gallery of Contemporary Art (2nd Floor): Stop by here during idle moments to check out some really interesting exhibits by student and faculty artists.

Cragmor Hall

Financial Aid and Student Employment Office (2nd Floor): They’ll help you navigate the myriad of paperwork for grants, scholarships, and Federal loans, and you can learn how to apply for student jobs on campus.

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The Scribe’s Top Ten Summer Reads “Transmetropolitan,” by Warren Ellis

By Avalon Manly and Jessica Lynch

Whether you’re a hardcore graphic novel fan or are new to the world of the comic book, “Transmetropolitan” is an experience for readers of all ages – as long as those readers don’t mind some swearing, violence and unapologetic cynicism. These ten comics follow jaded, misanthropic journalist Spider Jerusalem in his quest to oust lies, destroy the careers of corrupt public officials and just generally be a pain in society’s ass.

If you like “Transmet,” you’ll also like “Watchmen,”

by Allen Moore, “The Nightly News,” by Jonathan Hickman and “Kingdom Come,” by Alex Ross and Mark Waid.

“South,” by Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton

From 1914 to 1916, a group of British explorers, led by Ernest Shackleton, were stranded in Antarctica. In the face of brutal cold, sparse supplies, little hope and no foreseeable rescue, Shackleton kept all 22 of his men alive and returned them safely to their homes. His journal, simply called “South,” is the record of his remarkable journey, from becoming stranded on the ice, through their travels across an uncharted island to reach salvation.

If you like “South,” you’ll also like “Rocket Boys,” by Homer Hickam, “The Shock Doctrine,” by Naomi Klein and “The Diary of a Young Girl,” by Anne Frank.

“Harry Potter,” by J.K. Rowling

While most of you have read these incredible books (I read each one in approximately two days without any sleep), for those of you who haven’t, they are a must read. To summarize, the book is about three friends, Hermione, Harry and Ron and their adventures as wizards in a plight against the Dark Lord, Lord Voldemort. The underlying message of the series is that love and friendship conquer all.

If you like “Harry Potter,” you’ll also like “The Last Unicorn,” by Peter S. Beagle and “The Princess Bride,” by William Goldman.

“Sunshine,” by Robin McKinley

As a fantasy novel, “Sunshine” takes place in an alter universe in conflict with vampires, werewolves and demons, also known as the “Others.” Rae “Sunshine” Seddon, the main character of the book, is captured by a clan of Vampires.

With a new found gift, she escapes with another imprisoned vampire named Constantine and the two team up to battle his enemies. If you’re considering reading “Twilight,” don’t, because this book puts it to shame.

If you like “Sunshine” you’ll also like “Pride and Prejudice,” by Jane Austen and “Wuthering Heights,” by Emily Bronte.

“Ender’s Game,” by Orson Scott Card

“The Devil in the White City,” by Erik Larson

If you’re a science fiction fan and haven’t read this book, shame on you. Card’s renowned commentary on war, politics and human nature has been the capstone of science fiction for years; his endearing characters and heartfelt themes, spun together in an action-packed and merciless plot, are the stuff of great literature.

Protagonist Ender, a little boy with prodigious skills in war, is trained to commit a genocide he doesn’t fully understand.

If you like “Ender’s Game,” you’ll also like “Fahrenheit 451,” by Ray Bradbury, “Dune,”

by Frank Herbert and “Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?” by Phillip K. Dick.

Written in novel style, which is helpful if you, like me, don’t get overly animated over nonfiction, this story intertwines the true stories of Daniel H. Burnahm, a brilliant architect, and Dr. H.H. Holmes, a chilling mass murderer. Set in 1893 during Chicago’s World’s Fair, the book details the events lengthy construction, the economic challenges of the time and the countless women who got lost in the masses and died by Holmes’ hands.

If you like “The Devil in the White City,” you will also like “American Lightening,” by Howard Blum and “Satan’s Circus,” by Mike Dash.

“Howl’s Moving Castle,” by Diana “Life of Pi,” by Yann Martel Wynne Jones Diana Wynne Jones has written a myriad of novels that have found their way into traditional fictional canon, “Howl” being among the most famous of them. A young girl named Sophie is cursed by an evil witch into the body of a crone, and is forbidden from telling anyone who she really is. Sophie enters the service of the wizard Howl, and is drawn into his world of magic and conflict.

If you like “Howl’s Moving Castle,” you’ll also like “Prince Ombra,” by Roderick Macleash, “The Sight,” by David Clement-Davies and “Stardust,” by Neil Gaiman.

“Sandman Slim,” by Richard Kadrey

Part apocalyptic action, part irreverent humor and part comic-book snark, “Sandman Slim” is Richard Kadrey’s literary debut, and every page is laced with dark hilarity. Badass misanthrope James Stark has escaped from Hell, where he’s been trapped for the last 11 years, to extract revenge on all the people who sent him there. He lands in L.A., all brimstone and attitude, and proceeds to go on the world’s most sarcastic killing spree.

If you like “Sandman Slim,” you’ll also like “Good Omens,” by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman, “Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy,” by Douglas Adams and “Cat’s Cradle,” by Kurt Vonnegut. S

Another fantasy book, the “Life of Pi” is a book about an Indian boy named Piscine Molitor. In the book he explored and deals with issues of spirituality while surviving 227 days after a shipwreck on a boat in the Pacific Ocean with a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker. Although I read the book years ago, it’s still one I look back fondly on and will most likely re-read in the near future.

If you like “Life of Pi” you’ll also like “Water for Elephants,” by Sara Gruen and “The Kite Runner,” by Khaled Hosseini.

“Outliers,” by Malcolm Gladwell A nonfiction piece, this book divided into two parts.

The first is the “Opportunity” section and the second section is titled “Legacy.” The book focuses on those people who are outliers. In other words, these are the people who do not fit the normal understanding of exceptional people. The book focuses not on what successful people “are like” but more so where they are from. Family, culture and friendship all play integral roles in an individual’s success.

If you like “Outliers” you’ll also like “The Tipping Point,” by Malcolm Gladwell and “Born to Run,”

by Christopher McDougall. S

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Adding football program at UCCS not in near future

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scribe.eic@gmail.com Unlike many universities, UCCS is not known for its football program and as long as Chancellor Pam Shockley-Zalabak is in charge, never will be. While competitive in an array of collegiate sports, the chances of a future football team is slim to none. According to Sports Information Director Doug Fitzgerald, any football talk is completely “fiction.” “There have been rumors floating around campus about football since intercollegiate athletics was introduced at UCCS in 1986, yet there has never been serious discussion,” he added.

“We are not looking at adding the sport of football anytime soon,” agrees Athletic Director Stephen Kirkham.

“It would be cool, but I really don’t think it would be worth it right now,” explained Sophomore Sam Feldotto. “Other programs already are lacking funding and adding such an expensive sport that wouldn’t really take off for many years seems like a huge waste of time money and other resources.”

“A DII football team has an average budget of Photo courtesy of Scribe archives $900,000 and the competitive programs spend Yes, we borrowed this shirt from The Bookstore for this photo. And yes, we have our reasons for not having a football team, more in the $1.5 million range,” said Kirkham. too.

In essence, “This is a very large sum to generate above and beyond what we already spend on athoverall it won’t be beneficial. People come to school are significant, and most of the ongoing expenses,” exletics. In today’s market and in Colorado Springs which here without it and the community as a whole would plained Fitzgerald. “Without that organization’s generhas over 400 non-profits, funding would be a serious rather go to an Air Force or Broncos game instead of osity, it would have not been an economically viable issue. DII football programs never make money. When a UCCS game.”Similarly, according to Branden Cox, enterprise. I don’t make those types of decisions, but in successful, they can alleviate some of the cost burden “Our school already struggles with school spirit.” my opinion it is not economically sound to add football through donations and receipts but they never pay for Many students in favor of adding a team, point to CSU- at UCCS at this time.” the entire program. The last statistic I saw showed that Pueblo’s recently added football program. “Colorado Until there is a viable market for football, UCCS will only, I believe, 26 DI programs actually paid for themState-Pueblo recently reinstituted its football program, continue to focus and improve upon its current sports selves and made a profit.” but only because a community group called Friends and will strive for a successful, competitive sports pro“I’m against it,” explained junior Alex Nuttall. “I think of Football funded all of the start-up expenses, which gram. S

School spirit on the rise Ryan Piechowski rpiechow@uccs.edu UCCS has seen incredible growth and development in both size and attendance over the past few years. With more student groups and a new state of the art athletics facility, UCCS has witnessed a great spurt in school spirit. Students have been flooding to athletic competitions, club sponsored events and university functions in growing numbers.

Groups such as the FIGHT club and ROAR have created a great environment for students to come out and enjoy what the university has to offer. Athletic events such as Blackout Night and The March have done a great job of attracting students to soccer and basketball games by providing food, music and giveaways.

The FIGHT club, established by UCCS students, was designed to increase school spirit on a campus that has been traditionally known as a commuter school.

The gradual transformation to a noncommuter school has given school sprit a tremendous boost. Incoming freshmen and new students have the option to live on campus in the dorms or the campus apartments, which puts them in close proximity to both the new Gallogly Events Center and the Four Diamonds Sports Complex. International student Mash Shaswar, resident of the campus apartments, said, “It’s great to be able to walk over to Gallogly or down to the softball fields to take part in the athletic events, especially the big ones with food

and fun involved.”

UCCS athletes themselves have noticed a dramatic increase in school spirit over the past three to four years. Attendance numbers are increasing yearly at UCCS athletic events not to mention the school sponsored events, which have helped draw students in. According to the trend, students attend an event such as The March and then become involved with athletic events from then on. Junior Matt Friesen, captain of the UCCS men’s soccer team, shared how much of a thrill it is to play in front of increasingly larger crowds.

“Since my freshman year the attendance at our games has gone up in a big way.

Students are not only showing up, but coming in UCCS gear, face paint and screaming loud for our team. It’s great to see.”

With the number of incoming students increasing, it seems school spirit has nowhere to go but up.

Eventually, UCCS has plans to add and build to the existing sports complexes on and off campus. These new additions are sure to attract Photo courtesy of Scribe archives more fans to events, increasing the school spirit at Above: UCCS has seen a growing increase in school spirit and attendance over the last UCCS even more for years several years and events such as “Blackout Night” have attracted attention. Below: UCCS cheerleaders pump up the crowd during a home game at the Gallogy Events Center. to come. S

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UCCS Recreation Center offers intramural sports and activities As the UCCS Recmcrandall@uccs.edu reation Center heads into its fifth year of use with students and faculty, most newcomers may not be aware of the full capabilities and programs the 54,000 square-foot facility offers.

Despite the massive work-out and training areas, the Recreation Center implements a unique and growing intramural sports program which runs for the duration of the year.

“Generally speaking, intramural sports are a great way to get to meet students through healthy, competitive recreational opportunities,” expounded Intramural Coordinator Daniel Bowan, “Intramural sports help to build community at UCCS and many students choose to form teams that compete in each different sport throughout the year.”

Note: * Signifies that this league is an “Open” league; meaning simply that Men’s, Women’s, and CoRec teams are eligible to play one another throughout the season.

Matthew Crandall

Dodgeball (7v7) Cost: Free Registration Deadline: Aug. 25 Days of Play: Thursday, Aug. 25 at 6:00 p.m.

Leagues: *Open Table Tennis Cost: Free Registration Deadline: Aug. 29 Days of Play: Monday, Aug. 29 at 6:00 p.m.

Leagues: *Open

Indoor Hockey (5v5) Cost: Free Registration Deadline: Aug. 30 Days of Play: Tuesday, Aug. 30 at 6:00 p.m.

Leagues: *Open Ultimate Frisbee Cost: Free Registration Deadline: Aug. 31 Days of Play: Wednesday, Aug. 31 at 7:00 p.m.

Leagues: *Open Badminton Cost: Free Registration Deadline: Sept. 1 Days of Play: Thursday, Sept. 1 at 6:00 p.m.

Leagues: *Open Flag Football (7v7) Cost: $30 per team Registration Deadline: Sept. 8 Season: Sept. 12 – Oct. 20 Captain’s Meeting: Sept. 8 at 7 p.m.

Days of Play: Monday/Wednesday/Thursday Leagues: Men’s/Co-Rec Outdoor Soccer (4v4) Cost: $30 per team Registration Deadline: Sept. 8 Season: Sept. 13 – Oct. 18 Captain’s Meeting: Sept. 8 at 8 p.m.

Days of Play: Tuesday Leagues: Men’s/Co-Rec Billiards Cost: Free

Registration Deadline: Oct. 25 Season: Tournament Days of Play: Tuesday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m. at Clyde’s Leagues: *Open Water Volleyball (2v2) Cost: Free Registration Deadline: Oct. 26 Season: Tournament Days of Play: Wednesday, Oct. 26 at 7 p.m.

Leagues: *Open Volleyball (6v6) Cost: $30 per team Registration Deadline: Oct. 27 Season: Nov. 1 – Dec. 8 Captain’s Meeting: Oct. 27 at 7 p.m.

Days of Play: Tuesday/Thursday Leagues: *Open Basketball (3v3) Cost: $30 per team Registration Deadline: Oct. 27 Season: Nov. 2 – Dec. 7 Captain’s Meeting: Oct. 27 at 8 p.m.

Days of Play: Wednesday Leagues: Men/Women Dodgeball (7v7) Cost: $30 per team Registration Deadline: Oct. 27 Season: Oct. 31 – Dec. 5 Captain’s Meeting: Oct. 27 at 9 p.m.

Days of Play: Monday Leagues: *Open

S.O.L.E. facilitates fall activities and outdoor trips Date 9/3-5

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Trip Descriptions

Cost

LABOR DAY - Backpacking in the Rockies

Spend the extended UCCS Labor Day weekend with the SOLE program on this 4 day, 3 night backpacking trip in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Bike Tuning Workshop

$50

This workshop will take advantage of the SOLE bike shop and teach students the fundamentals of bike repair. Our professional mechanic will cover topics such as: flat tires, gears, derailers, & brakes.

FREE

Take advantage of the wonderful climbing opportunities in Colorado with SOLE. This is an excellent opportunity to learn the basics of rock climbing and gain exposure to the beauty of climbing.

$10

This course is an excellent introduction to the art of fly fishing. Join the SOLE crew on a local river as we hone in our fishing skills. No experience necessary and rentals can be provided at an additional cost.

$10

Rock Climbing

Fly Fishing Trip

Back to the Bluffs – Family Hike

This fun and engaging hike will be offered in coordination with Parents Weekend and Homecoming and will explore the bluffs on campus.

Mountain Biking

A great chance to meet up some fellow riders and explore the neighboring “biking oasis” that is Palmer Park. All abilities welcome.

Mt. Cutler Moonlight Hike

Join us for this unique experience to hike Mt. Cutler in Cheyenne Canyon via the light of the full moon. Be prepared for fun and beautiful stars.

Ski Tuning Workshop

FREE FREE $10

This workshop will utilize the SOLE ski shop to teach the basics of ski maintenance and repair. Topics covered include general ski care, waxing techniques, ski base repair, and edge tuning.

FREE

An excellent opportunity to gain experience in snow safety. We will spend the day on snowshoes, practice rescues with avalanche beacons, as well as discuss snow shelters and safe snow travel techniques!!

FREE

Jump on the UCCS Ski Bus and head up to Monarch Ski Area for the day. After the slopes we will soak our weary bodies at Mt. Princeton Hot Springs before returning to UCCS. Cost includes transportation, lift ticket and hot springs pass.

$65

Avalanche Awareness/Snow Safety Clinic

Ski and Soak Trip – Monarch Mt. & Hot Springs

Information courtesy of Daniel Bowan

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Brains, boobs and study habits: How to prioritize

Jessica Lynch jlynch@uccs.edu I’m guessing you think you’re pretty hot shit, right? Come August you’re going to be a freshman in college; I imagine you’ve seen all the movies, and whether you’ve heard horror stories from older siblings or not, you are certain this is the place where you will not only find yourself, but you will have a threesome in a neighbor’s pool, too. I mean, that’s what college is all about, right?

Maybe.

I’m not going to say that these things won’t happen and that you won’t wake up one morning with a penis drawn on your face and a new pet fish named “Earl,” but there’s more to it than that, I promise.

While it’s important to make friends and have an active social life, if your dorm room becomes the party room in less than two weeks, watch out.

While you might feel super popular and King

or Queen of your hall, I guarantee you’re going to struggle to drag yourself to class and do your homework on a regular basis.

I also promise people will stop liking you if you flunk out your first semester. I don’t know about you, but I don’t typically seek our people working at 7/11 to be my BFF. Too many times, freshmen think their first year “doesn’t matter.” While you do have plenty of time, I’m willing to bet an ‘F’ your first semester will haunt you the rest of your college career.

If it doesn’t bother you, why the hell are you even in college?

Go work at DSW shoes Photo courtesy of artistdirect.com and save your teach- “I hate when I forget to turn my swag off at night and wake up covered in bitches.” - Will Ferrell ers from your alcohol tainted breath and your parents the heartache. relatively easy class load page paper the night be- up on and sex hair, than yourself. Stay within 14The key to college is with only 12 credits. fore it will never be as not finish an assignment. 16 credit hours, and get balance. In other words: Although I worked high quality of an assign- Getting good grades has a handle on being away Work hard and play hard. long hours at The Scribe, ment as if you’d planned always been a big deal to from home and doing The best way to do this I found myself with more ahead and written it a me. your own laundry before is to involve yourself on free time than I knew few days in advance. We If you, like many peo- you tackle an 18 or 21 campus your first semes- what to do with. This simply do not work that ple I know, believe you hour load. ter. Not only will you caused me to spend more way. Well, unless you’re are content with Bs and Once you’re able to make friends, but you time on Facebook and Avalon Manly.

Csin exchange for spend- do that, set your sights will have less free time, Hulu than my homework My first three years of ing your time seeking out high and rather than plan and believe it or not, and I consistently pow- college I had far less time your next hookup, I’m your attack on the tall that’s a good thing. ered through homework to waste. I was either go- going to call bullshit on blonde in class, woo her If there’s one thing I the night or day they ing to use my time wisely you. It’s just an excuse; with your eloquence and have found, it’s that I pro- were due. when I had it, or fail the UCCS is not so difficult smarts. The moral of this crastinated less during the I do not advise this. assignment. Because I am that with the right amount story is, be appreciated three years I played colSure, maybe you work a recovering perfection- of work and effort you for your mind first, your lege basketball than I did stellarly under pressure, ist, I would have rather can’t get an A. impressive rack second. all this year. For the first but regardless of how gone to class in my white While this might be Everyone wants to be a time in my life, I had a well you can write a ten fluffy robe with no make- true, don’t overload winning combination. S

Advice for a successful first year at college

Stephen Farrell sfarrell@uccs.edu I would like to help you out with the things you need to know to get by in day-to-day life at UCCS. First, if you don’t beat someone up your first day, it usually means you’re not going to make it.

Second, when you’re sitting at The Overlook Café eating lunch and someone bigger than you asks for your fruit cocktail, you had better give it to them; but if you do

you might look weak to everyone else and face further similar encounters, so either way you’re screwed.

Alright, so maybe I’ve seen one too many movies. So what do you really need to know about this university, and more importantly, your first year of college?

When I first transferred to UCCS from California in Fall 2009, the very first thing I did was take a stroll around campus on my own just to get a feel for where buildings are located, where the cafés are, the Recreational Center, library, and so on.

I did this away from the tour group that was provided at the required transfer student orientation to get acclimated to the environment on my own without any distrac-

tions.

So whether freshman or transfer student, I strongly recommend taking one of these strolls; it will help you familiarize yourself with the environment where you’ll be spending much of your time until you graduate.

One thing this campus is not short of is clubs, fraternities, sororities, and intramural sports teams as well. If you’re interested in some kind of hobby or have some regular free-time getaway to which you’ve grown accustomed, there is likely a club that caters to it. These clubs are great places to meet and make friends with people who share your like interests.

And if you’re not interested in a club or organization then great!

There are thousands of

students on campus to meet and befriend as well. To sum it up, the social life on campus is what you make of it, but if you’re naturally outgoing, you’ll have no problem making a plethora of new friends by the end of your first semester.

While being social is of the utmost importance in your college career, the academic aspect is even more important. Whether you’re a math, English, business, biology or any number of degree majors that this university offers, you’ll quickly find that outside classroom help in just about any subject is readily available and at your disposal.

When I first came to UCCS, I had about a year of math courses in front of me that I wasn’t looking forward to. That is, until I discovered the

math learning center.

Math not only became easier, but it became enjoyable. So use some of these resources, they’re available, they’re free, and they have a way of turning uncertainty into As; take it from me.

Another thing you might be thinking about is your living situation, and if you’re already slated to live on campus, then you’re set.

But if not, there are plenty of places around and close to campus that offer affordable living, whether it’s shacking up with roommates in a house and splitting rent five ways, or simply taking to a one or two bedroom apartment (which there are plenty of within a one-mile radius of campus).

However, as a freshman, you may find it ful-

filling to live on campus as you will likely be living around many of the same people you will be eventually graduating with.

Though I cannot speak much for campus living, as I haven’t personally done it, I do know many who have when they began as freshman. They all seem to have fond memories from their time living on campus. Whatever the case may be, just keep in mind that affordable living is only one Google search away.

Like anything else, college life at UCCS will be what you make of it. So, good luck to you in your academic career, as I’m sure you will accomplish great things; and know that you’ve chosen an excellent university and an equally excellent campus. S

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‘Princess:’ a new insult and a cultural flaw

Editor-in-Chief Avalon Manly In late April, Prince William, heir to the throne of England, married his significant other, Catherine Middleton. Middleton is now known to the world as Princess Kate.

Now, I didn’t follow the “royal wedding” extravaganza; I don’t know how much it cost (though I’m sure it was outrageous) and I have no idea about the socialite-laden attendance and commentary that followed

(though I’m sure it was blithering). And I know nothing of Middleton’s character: for all I know, she’s a wonderful person, full of good intent and worthy ambition.

But what I have to ask myself, in all that royal entrenchment, is this: What woman in her right mind would ever, ever want to marry a prince?

I know every little girl grows up being referred to as “daddy’s little princess,” but really, the title is insulting. The idea of princess-hood implies that the girl (or woman) in question is only granted relevance through her relationships with men.

Her father (the king) and her brother or husband (the prince) define her station in life.

She exists as a trophy and a breeder, rather than a political or social leader

in her own right.

Being a princess means, at the barest level, that you are not a prince, and therefore cannot really matter. It’s insulting and presumptuous – even derogatory – to be called a princess.

An archeological site known as the Vix Grave was found in Burgundy, France. It dates from as early as 500 B.C.E., and contained the remains of a woman commonly known in the literature as the “Princess of Vix.” She was buried with unusual wealth, grave goods and weaponry, all suggestive of a high social status, like royalty.

Western archaeologists labeled her a “princess” because in their schema, a woman could not, in her own right, be a chieftain, ruler or priest, as would have warranted the riches they found

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with her body.

In recent years, the find has become known as the “Lady of Vix,” because it seems more and more likely that she was, in fact, a ruler, independent of her station regarding men.

The Princess of Vix was assumed for years to have been exactly that – a princess – because that’s what we called her.

She wasn’t studied as a person who could potentially have been anything else, because her title was presumed to explain all we knew about her, all she could have been.

Just as with the Princess of Vix and, now, Princess Kate Middleton, the names we call ourselves, the titles we accept and earn, have great sway over how we live.

When we as a culture tell our young girls that they are princesses, we

may mean that they are treasured or treated like royalty – but what we’re saying is that they, alone, are worth less than they are with a man.

And we’re not the only ones saying that.

Pop culture – particularly that which is presented

by Disney – is cramming that message down their throats daily.

The so-called “Disney princesses” teach young American girls terrible lessons about accepting abuse in relationships, expecting to be incapable without their respective “prince,” and how it’s okay to spend their life waiting for some guy to come along and save them.

Girls grow up with these ideas in their head.

Every little girl that ever wanted to be a princess walks into adulthood thinking, somewhere, in

the back of her mind, that maybe if her prince came along, everything would be, at least, perfect. After all, that’s what her parents taught her, and that’s what her bedtime stories were about.

But in reality, being a princess is not a solution. For Kate Middleton, it’s a career; but when push comes to shove, she’s still just a princess, defined by her relationship with her husband, a prince. She’s not Kate Middleton, the person.

She’s Kate Middleton, princess of William.

It’s a flaw in our culture that we let our girls grow up thinking they can’t be enough on their own.

And now that you’re in college, it’s time to let that myth go, and realize that you can be exactly who you want to be, all by yourself. S

Dear Devious Duo, I’m a virgin. Going to college is a little bit terrifying, socially, because I’m worried about the pressure to have sex. I’m not sure where I stand on wanting to keep or lose my virginity, but I just don’t want to get into a situation where I feel bullied or pressured to do something I don’t want to or am not ready to do. What should I do?

Socially Unsexed

Dear Vexed Virgin,

Dear Unused Uterus,

Rule number one: do not get shitfaced, especially in a party setting. Bad things are more likely to happen to you.

Rule number two: refuse to be pressured. No one can make you to do anything if you stay relatively sober and are at least somewhat more courageous than a mouse.

The fact that you are a virgin, at this point, doesn’t actually matter much. No one really cares. Now, this doesn’t mean you should proclaim this loudly in front of your class on the first day, but it’s not something to hide from or cry about, either.

All the movies make you think everyone is doing it all the time, in the most public places. They make you think you will hear their pleasure drenched screams while you’re doing mundane tasks like brushing your teeth or ironing your favorite shirt.

Well, guess what: it’s about as likely as you finding the love of your life in the produce isle.

Yes, there will be some who bump fuzzies nonstop and you might see them in the common room pretending to sleep, but even those who are sexually experienced will have some dry spells.

Rule number three, develop confidence and buck up. The more confidence you have in yourself and in your values (whatever they end up being) the less likely it is that you will be a running joke. People are going to talk about sex; there’s no doubt about that, but it doesn’t mean you have to run from the room and cover your head with a brown paper bag. (Unless this really does make you feel better.)

The key to college isn’t to succumb to everyone’s wishes, but rather, to find yourself and stand firm. If you want to sleep around while maintaining a 4.0 and contract no deadly diseases or children, more power to you. If you decide to be celibate, then praise the Lord and good luck.

When I was a teenager, my dad gave me two pieces of advice regarding sex.

First, he said, simply, “Are you having sex yet?”

Well, that’s not actually exactly what he said. But in the interest of keeping this PG-13, we’ll let that fly.

When I answered, “No,” he finished, “Well, when you do, wrap it up.”

Considering this array of sexual wisdoms, and when you realize that I was never actually a virgin while in college, I’m probably not the person to ask.

When I was a virgin, though, all I wanted to do what have sex – because I’m a guy. The freedom of sex in college is different for guys than for girls.

For most guys, the newly acquired freedom of college instills a drive to hunt, to sniff out some tail and fuck it.

On the other hand, young ladies may sway the other way. Society places an innate pressure and expectation for girls to give up that V-Card with high exigency, while succumbing to the guy’s every demand and wish. Men actually believe this is the way the world is supposed to work when, in fact, women finally have rights now.

My advice would be to follow your heart and rely upon your morals with true conviction and tenacity. College is about new experiences, journeys and finding one’s self in a world full of unknowns. Sex can be a part of college life but it’s not what it should truly be about.

At the end of the day, you’re only a virgin once. My virginity was taken with no regret by the first girl I ever fell in love with in high school. Although the years have passed, I still reflect back on that moment every now and then, smiling eloquently with confidence that the right girl came my way and will forever own my V-Card. Get what I’m saying? Follow your heart!

-Jessica Lynch

-Matthew Crancdall

Have a question about relationships, love or...sex? Email your query to the Devious Duo at scribeonsex@gmail.com.

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Nation expresses concern over UCCS as collegiate utopia

Avalon Manly

amanly@uccs.edu This week, President Obama and his cabinet expressed growing concern at UCCS’ recent transcendence from a normal university into some weird collegiate utopia.

“The students are all going to their classes,” the president said, wringing his hands in apprehension of what surely must be an impending apocalypse. “The attendance rate is perfect. Perfect, I tell you!

What the hell is going on?!”

Alongside the impeccable attendance reported by every professor each day, UCCS has experienced a complete dissolution of the problems they regularly experience with parking, tardiness and incomplete or incorrect homework assignments.

“Every report and assignment has been turned in on time for the

last month,” said Pan ShmokelyZabalak, the chancellor of UCCS. “And all the students are scoring 100 percents. It’s really throwing the curve.”

“None of my people has had to give out a parking ticket in weeks,” said Tim Rice, UCCS chief of police. “Everyone has been carpooling or taking alternative transportation, so there are actually empty spots in all the lots, all the time. I set up a camp chair in one, just so I could chill outside. See?” The president is worried that UCCS’ recent transformation from an average American institute for higher education into a weirdly utopian culture will result in an inevitable downfall.

“It’s like freaking ‘1984’ up in here,” he said. “Soon, it’ll be all, ‘Grades, Excellence, Achievement’ and ‘Chinese Math Students are Watching You.’ It’s only a matter of

time until someone realizes they’ve had their emotions or sex drive stolen to facilitate this place, and brings down the whole system on their ears. I mean, God, didn’t you all watch ‘Equilibrium?’”

Experts have been brought in to observe the new paradise of education that is UCCS. “Look at them,” said Dr. Thomas Moorson, head researcher for the behavioral sciences at Georgetown.

“See how they all walk in perfectly straight lines? No one rushing or pushing, everyone aligned and steady. It’s like an ant farm.

Oh! Look at that one. He’s helping a group of comm students find hope for a career after graduation. What blind, hopeful altruism!”

The future of UCCS is unsure, but for now, it’s being quarantined as the site of a potential neurological disease epidemic, or possibly some twisted alien experimentation. S

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Myths about college life

10 9 8 Anxious freshman accidentally starts college two months early 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

You’ll have lots of sex

Drinking copious amounts of alcohol will not hurt your liver

You’ll meet the love of your life

The more you drink, the more awesome your life is

Jessica Lynch jlynch@uccs.edu

probably die if I didn’t drink any water. Oh, and I was kinda craving Subway.”

After an inspection of the surrounding area, campus police reported that Hazzerah had been sleeping on what is commonly referred to as the “stoner couch.”

She is currently being checked for STDS due to the prolonged exposure to the sofa. There are also concerns about ticks, mosquito bites and poison ivy.

“We’re not worried about her mental state,” officer Ducharme explained. “I remember the summer before I started school I developed this nervous habit where I would constantly pick at my skin like I was

covered in scabs. It relieved the tension and I don’t think there’s anything wrong with me now,” he continued while scratching his ear. “So, yeah, I can totally see why she’d want to be off by herself.”

At this point, Hazzerah is certain she will return to the bluffs to wait out the rest of the summer. A day after being discovered, she was heard telling both her parents and the police, “Look, I know what I’m doing and I still have a lot of books to check off my list. Do you even realize how long Harry Potter is?!”

A full psychological exam will be conducted of both Hazzerah and the Campus Police when they get around to it. S

Stephanie Hazzerah, a frightened incoming freshman, was recently spotted behind the UCCS campus in an area known to the students as “The Bluffs.” She had been missing three weeks and her parents were seriously starting to think something might have happened to her.

“She’s always been pretty adventurous, so we weren’t too worried,” her mother, Dimensia Hazzerah, told Campus Police. Her parents first expressed concern two weeks after Hazzerah had left the house with a sleeping bag, a few fruit rollups and her summer reading list.

“We just figured she was going to spend some time in the library; she’s been talking nonstop about starting school in the fall,” her mother furthered.

According to Hazzerah, “I was so ready for school I decided to go a few months early so I wouldn’t miss anything. The only reason I’m here talking to Photo Courtesy of 123rf.com you is because Seriously, it’s probably best not to mess with the stone couch up on the Bluff. That thing is so I realized I’d nasty. You have literally no conception of how gross it really is.

It’s okay to skip hygiene and not brush your hair

Eating junk food late at night will not make you gain weight

You can absorb information through osmosis while you sleep in class

Lacking work ethic and effort makes you cool

Your mom will still want to do your laundry

These are the best years of your life

-Scribe Staff

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