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BY Josh Lefler

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The UC healthcare system will play a larger role in helping students kick their smoking habits through the new initiative, UC Quits. The program aims to bring care providers into the smoking-cessation process by creating a shared network between UC healthcare centers and a UCSD-based anti-smoking helpline, according to a Dec. 29 press release.

UC Quits is piloted by UC Davis’s Dr. Elisa Tong and the Smoking Cessation Leadership Center at UC San Francisco.

Originally started in 2013 by Dr. Tong, the program now extends to UCSD, UCLA and UC Irvine, covering all five UC campuses with major healthcare systems.

Smokers who visit UCSD’s medical center will be given an electronic referral to the UCSD-based California Smoker’s Helpline at the patient’s discretion. The helpline offers free counseling and strategy planning to help patients rid themselves of their smoking habits. According to the UC Quits website, this helpline nearly doubles the chance of quitting.

This referral system is the first of its kind for smokingcessation programs, according to SCLC project director Roxana Said.

“UC Quits is different than any other anti-smoking

initiative due to the patient-centered approach and integration of a bi-directional e-referral system with the California Smokers Helpline,” Said told the UCSD Guardian.

Normally, care providers suggest helplines to those patients who want to quit smoking. However, patients tend not to make the initial call for a variety of reasons, according to Tong.

“People’s lives are busy, and they forget to call,” Tong told the Sacramento Bee newspaper.

In addition to referrals, doctors now have full access to progress notes during the helpline sessions under UC Quits.

This will allow care providers to actively participate in their patients’ progress, according to Said. “[Under UC Quits], healthcare providers can more effectively access services in referring patients to ensure that smokers get the treatment they need to successfully quit smoking,” Said explained.

Though UC Quits has been integrated into UCSD’s main medical center, the program has not been introduced at the Student Health Center, according to the center’s Director of Health Promotion Deborah Pino-Saballett.

“UC Quits is primarily a resource for providers working in a hospital and medical center setting,” Pino-Saballett told

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City Officials Discuss Local Cannibis Regulation Conversations began after the Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act took effect.

BY MARIA SEBAS

In light of new state medical marijuana legislation, San Diego may explore the legalization of medical marijuana cultivation within city limits. On Dec. 28, Deputy City Attorney Shannon Thomas issued a memo to Mayor Kevin Faulconer and the City Council describing various ways in which the city could regulate marijuana cultivation.

The memo references the Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act, which consists of three different pieces of legislation and was signed into law

by Gov. Jerry Brown on Oct. 9, 2015, taking effect on Jan. 1, 2016.

Director of Communications at the Office of the City Attorney Gerry

Braun told the UCSD Guardian that these three pieces of legislation are the state’s efforts to clarify the initiative that legalized medical marijuana more than a decade ago.

“It was adopted by the voters and the state did nothing to try and help out the people in understanding how exactly it would be implemented by the local jurisdiction,” Braun said.

Braun continued to explain that the legislature passed this set of bills last year in an attempt to create for marijuana what restrictions the state has for alcohol, such as requiring distribution licenses.

“As part of the effort to regulate the medical marijuana industry within California, the [legislature] established that the state would be the primary government entity responsible for licensing the growing of medical

marijuana,” Braun said.

In the memo, Thomas describes the three Assembly Bills that make up the act. The most comprehensive of these is Assembly Bill 266, which provides for the licensing and regulation of medical marijuana by a newly created Bureau of Medical Marijuana Regulation within the Department of Consumer Affairs. In addition, the bill requires licensees to have all medical marijuana products tested before distribution.

The act also exempts qualified patients who do not engage in “commercial cannabis activity” from licensure requirements.

Another feature of the act is that it gives local jurisdictions, such as the City of San Diego, the opportunity to develop their own regulations.

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SeaWorld filed a lawsuit challenging the California Coastal Commission’s stipulation that bans the San Diego theme park from breeding captive orcas last Tuesday. The commission endorsed a $100 million expansion of SeaWorld’s killer whale tanks last October but included a ban on breeding and transferring the animals.

The park’s attorneys argued that the California Coastal Commission cannot incorporate a clause prohibiting breeding since it does not have authority over SeaWorld’s orcas.

“This last-minute ‘no breeding or transfer’ condition is unprecedented, and it is plainly illegal for one very clear reason: The Coastal Commission’s jurisdiction … does not extend to the care, breeding or transport of the SeaWorld orcas because the orcas are not, in any way, part of the coastal or marine environment,” SeaWorld’s complaint stated. “All of SeaWorld’s activities with respect to the care, breeding and transportation of orcas occur onshore in the orca pools and not in the marine environment and are specifically governed by federal law.”

Public Information Officer of the California Coastal Commission Noaki Schwartz told the UCSD Guardian that the agency cannot comment directly on the lawsuit, but “the commission stands by its decision in October to protect killer whales.”

Director of Animal Law at People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Jared Goodman argued that the lawsuit is a waste of taxpayers’ money, the court’s time and the California Coastal Commission’s resources.

“The Coastal Act gives the commission power to protect the coastal resources of California including marine resources and marine animals,” Goodman told the Guardian. “The Coastal Commission is right to ban orca breeding as a condition of SeaWorld’s new tanks and acted fully within its authority under state law in doing so.”

SeaWorld’s complaint, filed with the Superior Court of the State of California, includes information about its breeding program’s compliance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act as well as the Animal Welfare Act of 1970.

“SeaWorld is strictly regulated by the federal government, with frequent random inspections by federal veterinarians and other officials,” a statement released by the park affirmed. “The company passes strict licensing requirements every year and is accredited by organizations including the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.”

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Scientists Use Stem Cells to Model Alzheimer’s Disease Using the in vitro system helped the team develop preventative methods for neurological symptoms of the condition.

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Scientists at UCSD and Harvard University collaborated with international biotech and pharmaceutical companies to develop a stem cell model to study Alzheimer’s disease. This 3-D Matrigel system is more efficient because scientists can test the experimental drugs on donor cells rather than on animals or in clinical trials with people.

Alzheimer’s disease is characterized by two pathological hallmarks, amyloid-beta plaques and neurofibrillary tangles, which are lesions found inside the brain. Steven Wagner, associate professor at the UCSD department of neuroscience, told the UCSD Guardian that the team chose the in-vitro model because it allowed them to isolate these markers of the disease.

“We thought that using a Matrigel system would keep the components necessary for forming these Alzheimer’s-specific pathologies,” Wagner said. “We wanted to test these compounds and show that they could possibly prevent the formation of

[Alzheimer’s disease-related] lesions called neuritic plaques.”

Principal Investigator of UCSD’s Yuan Lab Dr. Shauna Yuan said that the system provides a platform for scientists to test compounds that could target specific pathological events that trigger Alzheimer’s disease.

“Such in-vitro testing of Alzheimer’s drugs using human stem cells could potentially help researchers more quickly identify compounds that shouldn’t move forward in development, as well as identify accurate doses of medicine for people in clinical trials,” Yuan told the Wall Street Journal.

Rudolph Tanzi, a neurology professor at Harvard University, said that the research demonstrated that amyloid-beta plaques can actually promote formation of neurofibrillary tangles.

“The human stem cell model demonstrated that disease-related changes to amyloid plaques can trigger tangles in another protein called tau,” Tanzi told the Wall Street Journal. “The model makes drug screening for Alzheimer’s 10 times

as cheap and 10 times as fast as using animal models and other techniques.”

Wagner said that the team also found that, with the right compounds, plaque formation could actually be prevented.

“Using this in-vitro system, we tested a couple of different types of drugs and found components that were able to either prevent or reduce formation of these critical pathologies,” Wagner said. “One was known as BACE 1 inhibitor and the other was known as gamma-secretase modulator.”

Susan Solomon, chief executive of the nonprofit New York Stem Cell Foundation, added that since modeling the disease using mice does not accurately translate into what happens in humans; stem cells are a better alternative.

“Using DNA sequencing and neurons derived from stem cells that are genetically identical to a patient, research can observe how those cells are firing in either a normal way or whether they’re struggling,” Solomon explained. “One day, scientists may be able to see the history of biological changes in the stem cell-derived

neurons and replay how the disease developed and how processes went astray.”

Wagner commented that Alzheimer’s disease is becoming a costly problem since there are currently no known preventative treatments or measures.

“Alzheimer’s is a very important disease [and] it’s becoming a very expensive disease to treat and actually care for in the absence of any real therapy,” Wagner said. “[It] is becoming somewhat of an epidemic.

There are 36 million people affected worldwide and we believe it’s going to bankrupt our healthcare system.”

Wagner also indicated the possibility of the model being used to research similar diseases such as Huntington’s and Parkinson’s.

“Both Huntington’s disease and Parkinson’s disease are known to have proteins that aggregate, and in theory, this particular system could be used to try and recapitulate the Huntington’s and Parkinson’s disease aggregate,” Wagner said.

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About 70 Percent of Active Cigarette Users Want to Quit Smoking ▶ SMOKING, from page 1

the UCSD Guardian. “As of yet, [the program] has not focused on providers in the Student Health Centers.”

However, Pino-Saballett noted that students with smoking habits who visit the clinic have the option to be referred to a health educator to discuss similar quitting strategies.

As of November, UC Quits has referred 2,716 patients. Said cited this

number as a sign of the program’s continuing success.

“All the UC Hospitals are now poised to be able to refer smokers to the CA quitline [essentially] forever,” Said commented. “The number [of patients] reached and able to quit will continue to climb.”

As of 2014, smoking rates have hit an all-time low of 16.8 percent of adults in the United States, according to a report from the Centers for

Disease Control and Prevention. The same report listed tobacco use as the leading cause of preventable deaths.

Another report, recently completed by the SCLC, found that 70 percent of smokers would like to quit. The report added that, without professional assistance, only 5 percent of that portion will be successful in doing so.

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Orca Whales Have Shorter Life Spans When Bred in Capitivity ▶ WHALES, from page 1

Marine Bioacoustics Lab Ally Rice told the Guardian that whales born in natural habitats are physically and socially different than whales born in captivity due to their confinement in unnatural environments.

Noticeable differences include the inability to swim long distances, shortened lifespans, separation from family members, early female impregnation, dorsal fin deformation and communication issues.

“The whales at SeaWorld, while perhaps afforded the highest level of care of any facility holding marine mammals, are still confined to tanks that are a small fraction of what they would have available to them in the wild,” Rice said. “Killer whales can live 30 to 50 years in the wild whereas the average in U.S. captivity is around 12 years.”

Goodman proposed that SeaWorld shifts its efforts from a lawsuit to improving the park for

both visitors and animals by creating coastal sanctuaries for the orcas and technological advancements.

“This is SeaWorld’s opportunity … to modernize their business practices and to stop captive breeding,” Goodman said. “With virtual reality and other more interactive experiences, guests actually learn things about animals in their natural states.”

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Loophole Gives San Diego Jurisdiction over Marijuana Production ▶ MARIJUANA, from page 1

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However, as described in the memo, the act includes an unintended loophole, which says that local jurisdictions have a limited window of time in which they can claim responsibility for regulation.

Thomas’s memo recommends that if the City Council wishes to assert local authority over the issuing of marijuana cultivation licenses, it should adopt a moratorium by March 1, 2016. If the Council does not establish a law claiming local authority, it will lose this opportunity and the state licensing

requirements will remain in effect in San Diego.

News of the memo and the act’s unintended loophole has received various reactions from members of the community. Director of California’s chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws Dale Gieringer told the San Diego UnionTribune that a benefit of the loophole is that it has prompted jurisdictions to consider cultivation regulation sooner than they might have.

While marijuana advocates welcome the prospect of legalizing and

regulating cultivation in San Diego, opponents fear that legalization would benefit drug dealers.

Scott Chipman of San Diegans for Safe Neighborhoods told the San Diego Union-Tribune that legalizing cultivation in San Diego would not eliminate illegal growing.

“It will just be cake icing for drug dealers,” Chipman said. “Because now they will say the city has made it legal to grow marijuana in addition to making it legal to sell it.”

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find better solution bring bACk the for mediA funding fun times, sgf16 A.S. Council’s controversial decision to defund all student media organizations at the end of last quarter sparked a discussion about campus climate and First Amendment rights. Although the vote itself was handled in a seemingly impulsive and slightly unprofessional manner, A.S. Council’s intentions behind the decision are worth defending. The popular argument, that the student body (and the rest of the Millennial generation) is overly sensitive to anything that isn’t sugar-coated, is simply ridiculous. Students aren’t whining about superficial causes. They’re voicing legitimate concerns for their safety. Incidences of racism, homophobia and transphobia, and sexual assault should not be trivialized or encouraged. However, as one student mentioned during public input at a recent A.S. Council meeting, the issue at hand cannot and will not be resolved by withdrawing funds.

Everyone on campus is expected to follow the UCSD Principles of Community, which are defined as “basic principles” and explicitly “reject acts of discrimination.” The principles also state that UCSD “encourages open expression...within the bounds of courtesy, sensitivity...and respect.” That being said, there is a way to for students to exercise free speech without attacking or degrading each other. Media organizations should be able to receive funding, but all student organizations should be required to adhere to these university rules and regulations to remain active on campus. University officials and A.S. Council need to carefully revise the student organization eligibility requirements and application process. We need to focus on finding and implementing a solution that protects students’ First Amendment rights and simultaneously ensures that student organizations do not facilitate acts of discrimination or violence on campus.

Sun God has been gradually deteriorating over the years. It used to be this gigantic party where UCSD students could run wild and blow off steam. Just once in our overtly academic, textbook-oriented lives, we deserve the pleasure of letting everything go. But this is no longer the Sun God we are acquainted with. Now it’s more like a tame birthday party, where the parents show up unexpectedly with animal balloons, circus clowns and the gift of constant adult supervision.

In the past, it is true that the party has gone too far. In 2013, one student died of a drug overdose after leaving the Sun God festival. While this is very sad, the administration has made some notable mistakes in their effort to reform the system. This was evident in last year’s festival when there were multiple cases of sexual assault and student ID fraud.

The best way to prevent this is to offer more education on drugs and alcohol, instead of patronizing the entire student population.The festival has become like a trip to the airport that involves getting groped by a sleazy TSA officer. How can anyone enjoy themselves when they’re surrounded by lines of security guards with breath analysers and drugsniffing dogs? Also, out of a lineup of five musical artists there was only one woman. That speaks for itself.

Instead of using fear-based tactics to shame students into following rules, the university needs to encourage more constructive dialogue among festival-goers. Students should be required to undergo drug and alcohol education in a discussion-based group setting before attending the festival. After the university ensures that everyone is well-informed, we, as students, have a right to make our own choices about how to live our lives.

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OUR RESOLUTIONS FOR

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Promote humAnities Gone are the glory days of humanities. Now is the age of engineers and programmers — STEM majors, as they so fondly refer to themselves.

Sure, science serves its purpose but the shortage of liberal arts students, especially here at UCSD, is unacceptable. It’s one thing to close a number of our university’s already limited art spaces, such as the University Art Gallery, Graffiti Hall and the Crafts Center (just to name a few). It’s another matter to slowly diminish the population of students these spaces were meant to serve.

Moreover, the stigma against liberal arts and humanities majors, both on campus and in the workforce, must be addressed. In science classrooms, students and professors alike mock and devalue these disciplines, deeming them impractical, unemployable and ultimately futile.

Philosophers and artists used to be heralded as geniuses and kings of the social sphere. Now they are considered selfish and irresponsible.

UCSD must reverse this trend, which history’s greatest thinkers would unflinchingly denounce, by encouraging an increase in the acceptance of aspiring humanities majors. Science fields are quickly becoming impacted anyway, so why not expand the subjects that are underserved?

Screw profits and rankings. If our university truly cares about education, as it boasts so loudly and frequently, then they must develop and nourish the departments outside of STEM. Literature, philosophy, visual arts, ethnic studies, critical gender studies, anthropology, history, etc. These are disciplines we need the most yet value the least. It’s time we halt the glorification of science and revitalize our love of the humanities.

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Address sexuAl AssAult

2015 was a year of “strikes and gutters” for the UCSD community. June was overshadowed by the ongoing occupation of the C.H.E. Cafe and the shutdown of Porter’s Pub, a malty oasis for students overwhelmed with academic routine. In September we witnessed a metaphoric demolition of the Crafts Center, a student art space temporarily closed since 2012. But despite the bitter losses of last year, the agreement between the administration and the C.H.E. Cafe Collective representatives secured UCSD’s main victory of 2015 – the C.H.E. is here to stay.

“Shutdown the CHE?” is no longer a question for the UCSD officials. However, this does not mean that university authorities should forget about the C.H.E. Cafe.

As administrators cast doubt on the facility’s structural safety, it is their responsibility to ensure that the building is in fact a “safe space.”

Supervision without intervention is the approach that the UCSD administration has to take in 2016 in order to show that it did not lose the battle against the Collective, but accepted an alternative solution to the problem of safety hazards of the C.H.E. Cafe.

Now that the student activists have shown that UCSD is hard set for free community spaces, starting up the procedure of reviving the Crafts Center and opening new facilities to accommodate creative students should be on university officials’ agenda.

We hope that this year the administration will give voice to those who want be heard by promoting The Stage (replacing Porter’s Pub) and lend support to the construction of the Crafts Center 2.0.

After the resignation of UC Berkeley professor Geoff Marcy in October, UC President Napolitano has formed a task force to look closely at how the UC system handles sexual assault and harassment.

There aren’t any universities that understand how to adequately handle campus sexual assault, and the UC system is failing its students on all fronts.

John Doe, an undergraduate student, was suspended for five quarters after a sexual assault investigation by UCSD. He sued the UC Regents after his case was allegedly mishandled and won More legal trouble came to the Regents on Dec. 18 when former UCSB student Hayley Moore filed a federal complaint against the Board of Regents for failing to investigate her reported rape.

Despite instituting new policies in January 2015, we are still lacking progress. This also reflects the national crisis in sexual assault and rape cases.

Our resolution for the UC system is to create a comprehensive and efficient system to deal with accusations while spearheading national reform of sexual assault cases.

We need a system that ensures all parties receive their right to due process. This should be done in a way that is respectful of the sensitive nature of sex crimes. As a public university, UC schools are required to provide due process to all of the near 250,000 students. Colleges can provide swifter action for victims than the criminal courts. It should be the goal of schools to support victims.

In spite of its shortcomings, the UC system has a unique opportunity, as one of the most prolific higher education organizations, to institute statewide comprehensive change and influence other campuses.

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Problems With Global Stock Markets AROUND THE GLOBE Marcus Thuillier MTHUILLI@UCSD.EDu

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n the world of capitalism, the United States is king.

But there is a new sheriff in town threatening the old world order. China’s rise was fast, but its downfall, or at least its stock markets’, could bring everyone down. As BBC reported on Monday, “trading on the main stock markets [in China] was halted early after indexes tumbled seven percent.” The rest of the article did not really shine a positive light on the fates of other major stock markets, mentioning their decline in Europe and the United States.

That all the stock markets in the world depend on each other is not a surprise. That’s just how international finance works. However, Joseph Wang, an investment banker in Hong Kong, explains how different the Chinese and American stock markets are on the website Quora.

Per Wang, “The value of the Chinese stock market is largely determined by government policy. Most of the companies on the Chinese stock markets are state-owned enterprises, and the government can largely control the value of stocks by buying and selling shares. The U.S. federal government does not invest in stocks, and state and local governments don’t own enough to determine the market level.”

Considering the volatility of the Chinese market, its relationship and impact on all other markets — and especially the US’ — is disconcerting.

According to Reuters, “85 percent of trades in China’s stock markets are done by retail investors. Even more worrisome, one survey found that over two-thirds of China’s newest retail investors hadn’t even earned a high school degree.”

Entering the third millennium, China was pinned as the nation of the new century, ready to take over the old Western powers. But since the Chinese stock markets reopened in 1990 after years of communist policies, investopedia.com says that “China’s stock markets have been likened to a crazy casino rather than a tool for economic growth.” If the United States depends on China’s growth as its new market, it need to strongly consider taking precautions with their investments. As usual, the next big crisis will come down the hardest on those who own the least.

The Wall Street Journal illustrates in one of their headlines the complex, vicious cycle of the system. In “Why China’s Market Fell So Much”, journalists Chao Deng, Anjani Trivedi and Mark Magnier write that investors rush to exit a market after signs of a slowing economy and weaker currency. To let China develop its own infrastructures and get its economy back on track is one thing, but abandoning ship and putting the global economy in jeopardy is another.

You can believe that the Chinese government and American banks might once again bail everybody out.

But the stronghold that the so-called investors have over the common man’s life in today’s stock marketdriven finance, in China or in the United States, indicates otherwise.

They will continue serving their own interests and let the rest of us “peasants” suffer from the fluctuations of the stock markets.

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1 Mad max: Fury road George Miller’s spectacular comeback to “the wasteland” marks the rebirth of the action genre as an exciting artistic medium. It is a film for all of us who are damn tired of idiotic car chases and CGI-based films. Miller’s beautifully choreographed sequences have the feel of a circus performance — we clap because we sense that, behind the wheels and the explosions, there are real people doing it all. “Mad Max” returns the action film to itself.

— By Mario Attie Senior Staff Writer

2 Inside out Proving that it will probably never run out of fresh intellectual property, Pixar has anthropomorphized human feelings. And you know what? It worked. With lifechanging lessons on how sadness and empathy are just as important as happiness, “Inside Out” is a heartfelt film that reaches out to both kids and adults.

— By Cedric Hyon Staff Writer

3 Ex Machina The Turing test premise becomes fascinating as it spirals deeper and deeper into an abyss of deception and disorientation. This harrowing social commentary suggests that A.I. opens up grand avenues of exploration. But such progress makes us susceptible to a far more perilous world: a world where we lose all grasp of reality and all confidence in our fellow man.

— By Tynan Yanaga Senior Staff Writer

4 Star wars: the force awakens Like any mythological epic, “Star Wars” is a saga that has often folded back on itself, with near-mirror images and obvious parallelism. We’ve seen variations of it all before, but whereas remakes get old all too quickly, our contemporary culture revels in the remix. That’s part of the magic behind returning to a galaxy far, far away. It’s like being reunited with an old friend.

— By Tynan Yanaga Senior Staff Writer

5 the martian You would expect a film about an astronaut left alone on a desolate planet to be solemn and depressing. “The Martian,” however, is both one of the most comedic and thrilling films of 2015 due to director Ridley Scott’s visual filmmaking, which captures both the sublimity and isolation of Mars, and a smart script that perfectly balances humor and suspense.

— By Naftali Burakovsky A&E Editorial Assistant

6 room “Room” is about a mother and son making their way in a world full of pain. It succeeds because it is willing to dwell in difficult, heart-wrenching and even mundane places. In those areas, it speaks of love and strength that allow even the smallest, most damaged goods among us to shed any shackles that might inhibit our existence.

— By Tynan Yanaga Senior Staff Writer

7 mission impossible: rogue nation As the fifth movie in a formulaic action franchise, one would think it’s time to move on.

Yet, defying all expectations, “Rogue Nation” proved itself to be one of the most exciting blockbusters of 2015. Featuring high-octane action scenes, imaginative set pieces and Tom Cruise’s ridiculous stunts, this latest installment definitely warrants watching. Witty and self-aware, MI:5 never takes itself too seriously, making it a kinetic and thoroughly entertaining experience.

— By Derek Deng Contributing Writer

8 creed “I’m not a mistake.” The critical line of “Creed” is both a proclamation of the titular character’s life and of the film itself. Director Ryan Coogler, fresh off his heartbreaking feature “Fruitvale Station,” leads the seventh film of the “Rocky” franchise (the year’s best seventh film) into fresh yet familiar territory that wholly embraces its ancestors but also lives up to and exceeds its own promise.

— By Jacky To Staff Writer

9 phoenix “Phoenix” is like a melding of the Holocaust with Hitchcock’s “Vertigo.” But it defies that type of categorization, since it lacks the odious horror of Auschwitz flashbacks or the glossy production values of “Vertigo.” There is no cathartic moment of emotional release. Instead, we are forced to watch as the characters bury their thoughts and feelings deeper and deeper.

— By Tynan Yanaga Senior Staff Writer

10 carol These days, it takes one close-up of Cate Blanchett’s face to experience elegance in all its forms. In “Carol,” director Todd Haynes throws Blanchett next to the much younger Rooney Mara to tell the story of a lesbian romance in 1950s New York. The contrast of personalities, as well as of bodies, results in an intriguing film that never ceases to captivate. Blanchett and Mara are no doubt the most fascinating duo on the screen this year.

— By Mario Attie Senior Staff Writer

ILLUSTRATION BY JENNA MCCLOSKEY

1 Mr. Robot Season one Cerebral and bizarre, season one of USA Network’s “Mr. Robot” is an exploration of psychology, modern society and life in a digital age. With echoes of “Fight Club,” the story follows cybersecurity engineer Elliot Alderson (Rami Malek) and his hallucinogenic, socially-driven hero’s journey. Plus, it’s the most accurate fictional portrayal of hacking we’ve seen yet.

— By Derek Deng Contributing Writer

2 Narcos Season one Of all the Netflix shows released in 2015, “Narcos” just might be the best. The series chronicles the rise of Pablo Escobar (Wagner Moura), Colombia’s cocaine emperor, and the attempts of the D.E.A. to bring him to justice. Deftly integrating historical footage while keeping the narrative personal and tense, “Narcos” manages to both be a highly informative historical account and binge-watcher’s dream.

— By Dieter Joubert Senior Staff Writer

3 game of thrones Season five Valar morghulis. All men must die. These words define the harsh realm of “Game of Thrones.” In a harrowing fifth season encompassing death, destruction and seemingly constant dread, there seems to be no justice in sight. Season Five plays on the consequences of that injustice, focusing on the aftermath of drawn-out war.

While the nobles continue to play their bloody games, the mythical White Walkers begin to assemble, for winter has finally come.

— By Derek Deng Contributing Writer

4 fargo Season two Resurrecting a revered ‘90s film as a TV series certainly deserves some incredulous eyebrow raising. FX’s Fargo attempts to walk the delicate line between reverence and originality to craft its own bloody and sardonic tale, while giving Billy Bob Thornton a shot at redemption with a most deliciously villainous role. Did it triumphantly succeed? Ya betcha.

— By Dieter Joubert Senior Staff Writer

5 better call saul Season one “Better Call Saul” tells the fascinating backstory of the eccentric and wisecracking lawyer Jimmy McGill, later known as Saul Goodman, whose ambitions conflict with his morals. With its witty writing and references to the New Mexico drug trade, it is the perfect fix for those still in withdrawal from “Breaking Bad.” — By Naftali Burakovsky A& Editorial Assistant

6 The americans Season three FX’s Cold War drama continued its streak this year as the most underrated show on television. With tensions between the U.S. and U.S.S.R. mounting, this season of “The Americans” kept pressures high in the Jennings household as another family member was brought into the KGB fold, ending with a knockout of a cliffhanger.

— By Dieter Joubert Senior Staff Writer

7 The man in the high castle Season one Set two decades after the alternate-history Axis powers won World War II and the Nazis occupied America, “The Man in the High Castle” has an instantly intriguing premise. This portrayal of a post-WWII dystopia is both frightening and immersive, filled with dynamic characters and driven by a dark, gripping plot with plenty of gutwrenching twists.

— By Naftali Burakovsky A& Editorial Assistant

8 jane the virgin Season two With a mix of witty narration, cultural prominence and riveting cliffhangers, “Jane the Virgin” proved that a second season only heightened the audience’s love for the storyline.

Season Two saw Jane’s (Gina Rodriguez) life as a new mom and the unsettled love triangle with ex-fiance Michael (Brett Dier) and boyfriend Rafael (Justin Baldoni). Narrator Anthony Mendez’s exaggerated yet comical narration also left audiences anticipating the multi-murder investigation of the villainous drug lord Sin Rostro (Bridget Regan).

— By Melissa Palafox Contributing Writer

9 Hannibal Season three “Hannibal” has a black heart. The show’s nihilistic edge and hallucinatory visuals make sure to refute the presence of a guiding light or happy ending as nothing more than wishful thinking. Our characters reside in a world where the mundane will never become their standard and the only constants, twisted relationships and perverse desires, can barely be defined as such.

— By Sam Velazquez A&E Editorial Assistant

10 Marvel's daredevil Season one Riding on the coat-tails of Marvel’s ever-expanding cinematic universe, 2015’s “Daredevil” punched its way to a breakout success. As part of its “Defenders” series deal with Netflix, the show was Marvel’s grittiest yet, featuring copious amounts of blood, layered characters and some of the most hard-hitting fight choreography ever to grace the small screen.

— By Derek Deng Contributing Writer

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Chvrches knows how to craft a break-up song that stings. Relying on indifference just as cruel as it is empowering, singer Mayberry mocks the immature tendencies of an ex too willing to keep scores. Boasting a stunningly simple electronic arrangement layered with vocals delicate enough to lend forgiveness without promising reunion, Chvrches’ severely underrated alt-pop number lands itself at number one.

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One day, Kevin Parker decided to ditch his guitar to bring back disco. In just eight epic minutes, “Let It Happen” hones the art of the long-form dance track: think Bowie’s “Station to Station” with an infectious LCD Soundsystem twist.

Parker preaches despair, but no matter how deep he lets the malaise sink in, “Let It Happen” demands that you keep grooving.

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alright by kendrick lamar For the oppressors and the hopeless, Kendrick Lamar has composed an anthem of resistance against persecution and cynicism. “Alright” preaches a positive outlook in spite of the prevalence of racism, corruption and the devil Lucy. Hit after hit, slap after slap, K-dot continues to succeed in acknowledging the despotic present while instilling faith in the possibility of a flourishing life.

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Jamie Smith’s long-awaited debut “In Colour” is brilliantly paced, featuring upbeat dance tunes with complex instrumentals and genius blending. The album includes more contemplative, rhythmic tracks like “Just Saying” and “Loud Places” that reveal the producer’s omnipresence in xx’s successes. As intended, Jamie xx has created an era-less yet classic record — an anthem of all the good times in 2015.

— By Julie Yip Contributing Writer

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Depression cherry by Beach house Depression cherry? We’ve all popped that one. Beach House explores deep feelings with hauntingly vague lyrics and powerfully cathartic music that makes the album malleable to listeners’ personal experiences. The duo has truly bloomed into their own, perfecting its distinctive (teen) dream pop sound in its loudest and dreamiest album yet. Recommended drink for full experience: rich red wine.

— By Joselynn Ordaz Contributing Writer

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I love you, honeybear by Father john misty

What went down by Foals

Sometimes i sit and think, sometimes i just sit by courtney barnett Barnett’s portrait of the mundane is delectably relatable. Equipped with jangly guitars and the wittiest lyrics to come out of 2015, she skillfully paints everyday scenes from the perspective of a confident outsider. It’s clear that Barnett is all too familiar with suburbia, but that doesn’t mean she’s willing to submit to its monotony. With lyrical tact and simple instrumentation, she sneers at routine, encouraging us to break from ours.

— By Karly Nisson A&E Editor

10:37 by Beach house While it may be unconventional and sparse in lyrics, “10:37” possesses a distinct sonic structure. It hinges on an ever-present somber, military-esque drum beat layered with dreamy vocals and a beautiful guitar line that easily rips straight into your emotions. Much how like the duo can’t quite articulate a meaning for the song, there’s no point in trying to overanalyze it because — similarly to the rest of the album — “it’s a lot easier to just feel it.”

— By Joselynn Ordaz Contributing Writer

in colour by jamie xx

Shortly following the announcement that Foals would be entering a lengthy hiatus, “What Went Down” came as a surprisingly quick turnaround.

Something must’ve clicked — holed up in a tiny room in Oxford, the British rockers achieved a stadium-filling sound complete with unparalleled confidence and riffage. A masterful deliverance of both anger and bliss via thunderous guitars and drum progressions, “What Went Down” is surely 2015’s best hard rock album.

— By Karly Nisson A&E Editor

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Let it happen by tame impala

When people whine that the music industry has gone downhill, they have obviously turned a blind eye toward Kendrick Lamar. TPAB proves that he does not need track after track of radio-friendly songs like “Backseat Freestyle” to have a hit album; he only needs complex poetry and a passion for creating difficult hip-hop.

— By Cedric Hyon Staff Writer

Joshua Tillman lays the romance on thick and the cynicism thicker with his second album under the hot mess persona of Father John Misty. As the alterego showman croons his way through 11 gorgeous songs on marriage and commitment, it becomes clear that on this outing, the good father is finally being sincere ... OK, maybe with a smirk here and a wink there.

— By Josh Lefler Contributing Writer

“Inheritance” is only one zenith of the mellifluous vision that was Jon Foreman’s “The Wonderlands.” And yet the personal ballad evokes pathos in its lyrical intimacy and reflects palpable joy in its craft, making it a fitting representation of the singer-songwriter’s soulful output from 2015.

— By Tynan Yanaga Senior Staff Writer

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Grimes has always been open about her love of pop music, so it comes as no surprise that “Art Angels” sees her venturing more into the mainstream.

The album is upbeat and insanely catchy, yet still maintains the strange, dark lyrical atmosphere that captivated so many in “Visions.” With its eclectic tracklist that ranges from huge pop anthems to angsty, chaotic numbers, “Art Angels” proves to be one of the best albums of the year.

— By Joselynn Ordaz Contributing Writer

kill v. maim by Grimes With a chorus reminiscent of a demonic cheer squad, “Kill V. Maim” is arguably Grimes’ best and weirdest track to date. It is as much an empowering pop anthem as it is a battle cry, with Grimes’ vocals transitioning smoothly from her usual airy, angelic voice to a vicious growl within seconds. The track is impeccably produced and explodes into an outpour of pointed, aggressive energy that is impossible not to dance to.

— By Joselynn Ordaz Contributing Writer

ILLUSTRATION BY DAVID JUAREZ

Indie rock entertainer Mac DeMarco brings fans a heartfelt album filled with a mix of soft rock and mellow vibes that explores themes of heartache and admiration. He integrates his “off-kilter” tone and soothing vocals, while even adding a personal touch with an invite for a cup of coffee at his lakeside house.

“Another One” possesses a charm that allows anyone to connect to DeMarco and makes this album perfect for relaxing Saturday mornings.

— By Melissa Palafox Contributing Writer

can't feel my face by the weeknd Poisonous love, risks and submission — songs about cocaine are great. You didn’t think this innocent-sounding tune was about some girl, did you? Along with this clever double-entendre meaning, The Weeknd delivers a Michael Jackson-like track that just screams pure energy with this record. With an incredibly poppy and upbeat rhythm, this record is a breath of fresh air from the generic-sounding pop songs of today.

— By Cedric Hyon Staff Writer

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know yourself by drake “Squad” and “goals” — just some of the overused phrases of 2015. But who can forget the most infamous phrase: “running through the six with my woes?”

Drake outdid himself with another catchy, ego-boosting anthem in his hit track “Know Yourself.” He starts with a slow tempo and raps of success, then intrigues the listener by incorporating a sudden transition into an upbeat chorus, making one feel as if they were one of his “woes.”

— By Melissa Palafox Contributing Writer

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hello by adele “Hello” to redemption. Not musically though, since Adele has remained true herself with organic lyrics and emotionally charged vocals; uncensored and raw. She looks back at “First Love” (from her debut album “19”) and how she “Found A Boy” (“21”), recognizing she was complicit in her own pain. The past cannot be changed, the scars remain and, at “25,” Adele accepts that with grace rather than scorn.

— By Tina Butoiu Contributing Writer

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Stressed out by Twenty one pilots Ever stop in the middle of finals week and long for the good ol’ days when life was more stress-free? Duo Twenty One Pilots escapes their harsh reality with nostalgia in their latest single “Stressed Out,” which integrates rap and techpop sounds to keep the teenage spirit of not wanting to grow up at an all-time high. Lyrics about making money and dealing with annoying student loans will encourage any listener to jam along to the lyrics.

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Our love is cool by Wolf alice “Our Love Is Cool” is a grunge-soaked, pop-filled, indie rock dream. Wolf Alice’s charming debut relies on children’s fairytales to craft a clever coming of age tale that oozes themes of restlessness and self-acceptance. Alice has traded her wonderland for shrieking 90’s guitars and sweet snarls, demanding that growing up isn’t about finding your place, it’s about stepping out of one.

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EMOTION by CARLY RAE JEPSEN This is not just an album for the lovelorn, but one for pop enthusiasts too.

Jepsen reaches new heights with seasoned collaborators like Dev Hynes, Sia and Rostam Batmanglij of Vampire Weekend. Pop anthems often teeter on the edge of the saccharine, but Jepsen’s incredible ability to reign it in and deliver hook after hook proves that she really is all that.

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THE HATEFUL EIGHT Tarantino ascends a mountain of madness and partly loses himself in the creative process.

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blizzard begins to rage high in the mountains of the Wyoming territory, assaulting the senses with a blinding white fog and a deafening wind. Three bodies in tow and immobilized, Major Marquis Warren (Samuel L. Jackson) — now successful bounty hunter — calls upon the kindness of a stranger in the carriage he’s stopped.

Approaching the passenger’s window to ask for permission to board, he instead gets a gun square between the eyes. Skeptical of Major Warren’s story, the man inside — John “The Hangman” Ruth (Kurt Russell) — questions his motive with the assist of cold steel. John’s got a catch of his own, the infamous Daisy Domergue (Jennifer Jason Leigh) of the

Domergue Gang, a $10,000 bounty.

After the two men realize they’ve eaten dinner together — steak by both their counts — they are set on their way with the Major cuffed, John unwilling to let a rekindled friendship trump caution. Smooth sailing up until they find another straggler in the snow, the talkative new sheriff of Red Rock and hero of the Confederacy, Chris Mannix (Walton Goggins). We’ll soon come to know that human nature isn’t as forgiving.

The repertoire and intimacy established between the few in the first 30 minutes simply isn’t achieved by the others already present at the cabin. With strong first impressions — especially the eloquently named Oswaldo Mobray (Tim Roth)

— but not much else, they seem more like fodder for our first four.

Luckily, our first four characters’ lines, full of the natural charisma of their respective actors, bounce back at each other with ease. It’s a delight to simply hear whenever Major Warren, Chris Mannix and Domergue talk. Throwaway lines here wind up being funnier than most studio comedy fare. Nobody trapped in that cabin is dumb enough to believe in the misguided notion that you can trust your fellow man — until circumstances change and you must adapt. With time passing, an air of paranoia and greed starts taking hold and Tarantino’s signature lightning-quick dialogue keeps the pace in high gear. The broken promise of America and its spirit of rugged individualism melts away into surprising partnerships.

However, the means of that dissolution are questionable.

“The Hateful Eight” is a break from Tarantino’s recent run of revenge stories, e.g., “Django Unchained,” “Inglorious Basterds,” and “Grindhouse” in both content

and style. The protagonists in those come from a place of repression, suffering at the hands of their tormentors whether it be because of their race or gender. The violence and slurs are earned, whereas “The Hateful Eight” seems more liberal in its use of both without justification. Although it never seems exploitative, it does tip into bad taste and Tarantino’s motives come into question. The blood and running stream of the “n word” fail to materialize (more often than a Tarantino fan would like to admit) as more than EZ plot lubricant, keeping tensions feeling artificially high. Daisy Domergue may be a hardened criminal but there’s a perverse glee to the beatings she takes. If it weren’t for the constantly changing center of attention, one may even focus and see the film as a story about hot-tempered men repeatedly beating an unarmed woman in GLORIOUS 70mm.

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Today, opening a gift store in University Heights is as risky of an affair as opening a successful Asian restaurant on Convoy Street — the number of competitors is unending and the chance of coming up with something original is rather difficult. Surprisingly enough, Little Dame Shop, a self-proclaimed alternative arts boutique, has easily found its own niche in the vibrant community of Adams Avenue.

The shop opened up in November of 2015 and became a neighbor

of a petite clothing and home goods store that also joined the neighborhood last year.

The shop’s unique and bizarre vibe becomes evident once you look at the store window with a mannequin’s head wearing a blue wig and a neon open sign designed

by Grand Prestoz — a collective that created signs for Dark Horse coffee roasters, Donut Bar and Copa Vida coffee shop. The white walls inside of Little Dame make a small retail space seem roomier.

When you start looking through clothing items, souvenirs and art pieces sold at the store you

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realize that this “little dame” was truly frugal throughout her long adventurous life. The store, with its eclectic aesthetic, features items with provocative and fun prints from local artists and vintagelooking accessories and home decor. While Little Dame does not forget about familiar gift shop classics such as gift cards, pins and calendars, it might take you aback with an abundance of small taxidermy. These cute and creepy art pieces created by Le Heart Design and Precious Creature make you think about death with a tender smile on your face. Whether

or not you buy these dead cuties, you become acquainted with the modern version of this artform.

As an arts boutique, Little Dame Shop not only sells a selection of artistic items, but also has art on its own walls. As for now, the store has two murals painted by female San Diego artists Celeste Byers and Panca, whose other works one can find around the city, making this place local through and through.

—olga golubkova

Lifestyle Co-Editor

ow do I become the “new me” this year? — Anonymous Self-reinvention depends entirely on the basis of what you actually can do. If the “new me” is a powerful demigod capable of growing a third limb on the right hip, whose powers involve summoning walking Ulta Beauty gift cards at will, or a nationally acclaimed tailor with a double Capricorn moon, then you’ll have to resort to a fictitious autobiography that pens your life as “not your average girl or guy.”

Be realistic, yet simultaneously idealistic. Set attainable goals that will string into one another.

For example, if you’re longing to achieve a golden lacquered “A” in your dreaded “Science and Math behind the Star Wars series: A Primer to Metaphysics,” it might be a sound idea to actually attend class. Then you can work your way through homework, then essays, studying — bam.

What is most important, however, is commitment. Nobody likes an infidel, even if it’s for half-hearted, pinky-promised New Year’s resolutions made over a cheap bottle of Martinelli’s and Toblerone. If your intentions are to be more adventurous in your cuisine choices, then stop Snapchatting pictures of Chipotle every other day. An effort to be more frugal means nothing if you keyword search “Chipotle” in your yearly bank statement and find more than three hundred results.

If you’ve always wanted to start travelling to unknown places in your city of choice, then look past the nearest — gasp! — Chipotle chain and explore. This is why “new me” statements are a fallacy: You are stating, but not doing. Don’t say what you want, just become.

If you find yourself giving up halfway past January, it’s time to think positive, re-evaluate and adapt. This is likely because you’re attempting to make a big leap when you should really be taking small steps. Remember one thing: There are other people who are likely struggling with you in your endeavors, so create a New Year’s Anonymous and band together to conquer self-improvement as a team.

Sharing a goal with others will not only score you some friends but will also be a constant nagging reminder that you don’t want to be the sole person who doesn’t pull through.

When nothing works, don’t be too hard on yourself. Just remember that New Year’s is a social construct made by capitalistic swines and that self-improvement is a process, not a magical overnight Apple-tini.

Trying is improving, and that’s what matters. Take it slow, one Chipotle burrito less at a time.

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1. Be Healthy Because It Feels Good

Health bloggers and foodie Instagram accounts are a dime a dozen. While I totally envy those trendy fitness gurus who survive solely off fruit bowls — and are still somehow able to run six miles a day and do yoga, I know that will never be me. I enjoy eating solid food and don’t have the time to go on a run every day. I do, however, believe that it’s important for me to continue to eat simply and healthily, because it makes me feel good. Simply put, for 2016, I will try to not do things to my body that make me feel like shit. For me that means limiting binge-drinking and rich foods while not blowing off workouts for an episode of a syndicated show on Netflix.

2. Being More Present

This year, I want to make a conscious effort to spend less time on my phone at parties, concerts and pretty much every social function. I’ve grown to realize that if I’m at a party with a room full of people on their phones, A) it’s probably not a very fun party, and B) the people there are probably duds; in either case, it’s a waste of my time being there. But here’s my one demand for smartphone users in 2016: Can we all agree that snapchatting the entire evening and more so, your life, is totally insane and the most antisocial thing to do on social media? #StopOverSnapchattingin2K16.

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I have no shame admitting I like having things. I’m not materialistic in the dramatic sense of the word, but I like being comfortable, which for me means having access to an espresso machine, a space of my own and the ability to let my inner foodie go ham at Trader Joe’s. Since I’m not ready to relinquish all these comforts that I’ve grown accustomed to and join the Peace Corps, I’ve realized that I need to be more realistic about money.

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I have lived a privileged life. I’m a college-educated, white female who comes from an incredibly supportive middle class family in Los Angeles. I haven’t had to deal with any major tragedies in life and have never had to worry about when I’m going to get my next meal or if I’d have a roof over my head. I am incredibly fortunate and privileged and as someone in this position, there is a responsibility to recognize that privilege and in return, find a way to pay forward all the things we take for granted. This year, I want to explore more opportunities on how I can do something for others, not to feel good about myself, but to make others experience the joy that I took for granted my entire life.

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Next Match: Jan. 16 vs. University of San Diego The UCSD men’s tennis team ended last year with an overall 12–9 record, along with being nationally ranked 16th and regionally ranked 3rd. Although finishing with an above-.500 record during their last season, the Tritons struggled against nationally ranked opponents, going 1–5. They enter the season with 12 players on the roster, three fewer than last year.

Freshmen Rodrigo Amaral, Richard Han and Riku Hashiyada all look to make a strong start to their collegiate career.

There is hope for another strong season following the tennis team’s strong performance during fall quarter competitions.

Senior Axel Bouillin took second in singles at the STA/ITA Division-II West Regional Championship this past October and reached the doubles semi-finals after pairing up with senior JP Boyd.

Bouillin, as one of the more experienced players, hopes to lead the team toward a successful season as well as to improve his 7–10 singles record from the previous season.

The Tritons will be facing a number of Division-I opponents throughout the course of the season. After the likes of the Toreros from the University of San Diego, the Villanova Wildcats and the Georgetown Hoyas, UCSD will face off against the 14th-nationally ranked UCLA Bruins on March 22.

Women’s Water Polo

Current Record: N/A Next Match: Jan. 23 vs. Azusa Pacific

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Despite losing 2015 NCAA Division-II co-player of the year Courtney Miller and all-American Jolene Guiliana to graduation, UCSD returns with two all-Americans from last season, seniors Laurel Kistler and Julia Kirkland. Kistler led the Tritons in goals and steals, and placed second with 54 assists.

Kirkland was second in goals with 63, adding 44 assists and 40 steals to her tally. With a younger team and the loss of all-time saves leader Miller along with Guiliana’s 58 goals and 56 assists, UCSD will find it difficult to repeat last year’s run to the NCAA eight-place finish. However, last year showed that this program should not be underestimated, as the Tritons will look to make it four straight trips to the Championships and dominate their conference once again.

Current Record: N/A Next Match: Jan. 8 vs. Charleston

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The men’s volleyball team finished with a horrid 2–26 record in the 2015 season. The Tritons finished 12th a year ago after going 2–26 overall and 0–22 in league play. Entering his 11th season as head coach, Kevin Ring has six starters returning for the 2016 campaign. The team star is sophomore opposite hitter Tanner Syftestad. As a freshman, Syftestad led the Tritons in several categories, including kills (241), kills per set (2.71), service aces (15) and total blocks (75). After having no seniors on its roster in 2015, the team will have only two seniors in 2016: captain and libero Tanner Howard and outside hitter Kirill Rudenko. UCSD is sending out a young team once again come January. However, a couple of experienced juniors are back: Shayne Beamer in the middle and Ian Colbert on the outside, as is the Tritons’ starting setter in sophomore Milosh Stojcic.

A trio of newcomers to keep an eye on are freshman middle blocker Nathan Thalken, fellow freshman Ryan Blaich, a setter, and outside hitter Josh Schmidt, a junior transfer from Irvine Valley College. The team includes seven first-year Tritons in total. In his second year on the coaching staff, Kyle Campana has taken over as Ring’s top assistant. UCSD begins the new campaign in less than a week when a seasonlong four-match home stand kicks off on Friday, Jan. 8 against University of Charleston.

Women’s Tennis

Current Record: N/A Next Match: Jan. 20 vs. Cal State Fullerton

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After a 2015 season that saw them rise to No. 17 in NCAA Division-II and finish with a 12–13 record, the women’s tennis team is back. Returning leaders senior Kyra Scott, who finished ranked eighth in the nation, and her doubles pair with sophomore Britta Mosser, ranked 14th, look to highlight this year’s team. Along with freshman Madison Hale, who finished fifth in the Singles B draw from the CSUN Fall Invitational, freshman Alexandra Weil, who placed eighth, and sophomore Jasmine Hosseini, this year’s team presents an interesting mix of experience, youth and talent. With last year’s leader Scott returning, the women’s team will look to retain its place amongst Division-II’s top-25 and outperform its past year’s results.

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Current Record: 10–2 overall, 5–1 in California Collegiate Athletic Association

Current Record: 10–2 overall, 5–1 in California Collegiate Athletic Association

Next Match: Jan. 7 vs. San Francisco State

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After ending its 2014 to 2015 season with a thud, the UCSD men’s basketball team has come out on fire this season, winning its first seven games and currently sitting at 10–2 overall. This hot start has allowed the Tritons to be ranked for the first time ever since they became an NCAA Division-II team, currently at No. 17. The team’s success has been no fluke, either; the Tritons have downed three top-10 teams, with their most recent victory being a stunning upset of the previously unbeaten No. 5 Cal Poly Pomona.

The fact that all of the previous year’s top players have returned and performed admirably has contributed to the team’s excellence. Once again leading the team with his consistent play, senior forward Drew Dyer has been averaging an excellent 15.8 points and 5.6 rebounds a game.

Additionally, junior guard Adam Klie, who recently earned his second career double-double, has taken the next step in his game, averaging a stellar 14.1 points, 5.5 rebound, and a team-leading 3.4 assists per game. Also stepping up, junior guard Aleks Lipovic has been a deadly sharpshooter, making the second most three-point shots on the team just behind Dyer. Freshman center Chris Hansen and senior forward and center Zach McMillan have been a solid source of rebounds all season, averaging 4.9 and 5.5 rebounds per game respectively. The Tritons are on track to vastly improve on last year’s 16–11 record and have a good shot at making some noise come playoffs.

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Next Match: Jan. 7 vs. San Francisco State

UCSD women’s basketball has started off the season incredibly strong, having only lost two of the games played so far. As the last season progressed, the Tritons went on a seven-game winning streak before the new year, before being held up by Anchorage.

As the mocking New Year’s saying goes, “new year, new me” — the Tritons decided they couldn’t have the losses of the previous year hold them back in this new year and came out against Humboldt State and Cal Poly Pomona with a desire for vengeance.

With redshirt sophomore guard Taylor Tanita, senior forward Farrah Shokoor and junior guard Jamie Katuna leading the charge, the women’s team is shooting at a very high percentage from the floor. The Tritons are currently dominating the CCAA and looking to continually push the tempo and outscore opponents all the way to the postseason.

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Swim and Dive

Current Record: Men’s: 3–3, Women’s: 4–5 Next Match: Jan. 9 against Colorado Mesa Cal State Bakersfield and Loyola Marymount (Women)

Facing a tough out-of-conference schedule to open the season, both the men’s and women’s squads fared well against some competitive Division-I programs. The women’s team is currently ranked No. 2 in the country and is led by some of its top returning swimmers from last year, like junior Jaimie Bryan in the breaststroke, sophomore Julia Toronczak in the backstroke, senior co-captain Colleen Daley, junior co-captain Natalie Tang and sophomore Stephanie Sin. On the men’s side, sophomore Kevin Wylder along with junior Michael Cohn highlight a group currently ranked fifth in the nation. True freshman Garrett Tse also had a convincing start to his Triton career, bringing more youth and talent to the program. Barring an improbable collapse, both the men’s and women’s teams should be able to dominate the Pacific Collegiate Swimming and Diving Conference once again and perform well at the NCAAs.

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Softball Current Record: N/A Next Match: Feb. 1 vs. Azusa Pacific Softball enters the new year with a young team after losing only two players to graduation last year. Disappointed after a season without reaching play-offs, the group looks to rebound with one more year of experience under its belt. The Tritons have the benefit of five returning All-Conference players from last year.

Senior left-hand pitcher Alexis Edwards led last year’s team with a 2.21 ERA, and sophomore outfielder Kendall Baker was third on the team with 11 stolen bases and had 22 hits. Along with junior utility player Bianca Devoto, junior first base Emma Schneider and senior second base McKenna Clewett, who led the team in six hitting categories (batting average (.319), on-base percentage (.424), slugging percentage (.493), runs (24), hits (46) and walks (18)), this experienced group looks to return to the postseason after a one-year hiatus.

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Current Record: N/A Next Match: Jan. 23 Exhibition vs. Saint Katherine Following a 36–21 season last year, the Tritons are entering their 2016 season nationally ranked at No. 26 in the Collegiate Baseball’s 2015 NCAA Division-II preseason poll. They will open up with a doubleheader against The Master’s College on Feb. 6 at home.

The Tritons have five All-CCAA selections returning to their squad this season, including junior outfielder Jack Larsen, senior outfielder Gradeigh Sanchez, senior utility player Troy Cruz, redshirt sophomore utility player Justin Flatt and junior infielder Tyler Howsley.

Offensive leader Larsen looks to put up some more big numbers this season, along with Sanchez, redshirt junior outfielder Brandon Shirley, Cruz and Flatt. With the loss of Justin Donatella dominating on the mound, the UCSD coaching staff looks to rebuild their pitching team as they currently have 21 pitchers on their active roster, 9 of them being freshmen.

The Tritons’ 2016 schedule consists of a large number of home games, as they begin their season with 15 games played in the newly renovated Triton Ballpark. Additionally, the Tritons are looking to improve on their previous post-season run and make it past regionals this year. With a lot of young talent on the mound and veteran hitters at the plate, the UCSD baseball team is ready to make a run for the national championship this season.

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