VOLUME 48, ISSUE 50
THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2015
WWW.UCSDGUARDIAN.ORG
NEWS
CAMPUS
SAN DIEGO
Former Zoo Employee Alleges Abuse in Exhibit
PHOTO COURTESY OF RAP BASEMENT
THE BEST DAY OF THE YEAR
According to a former animal trainer, elephants at the San Diego Zoo were forced to live in uninhabitable conditions. BY Jacky To
senior staff Writer
billionaire was inspired to create the GoPro Camera while trying to record himself surfing in Australia and Indonesia on a handheld camera. After developing the GoPro camera, a high-definition camera able to capture still photos and videos and which can easily be attached to a helmet or wrist, a Japanese company purchased 100 GoPro cameras for a sports event in 2004. In 2012, GoPro sold over 2.4 million cameras, and the Chinese electronics company Foxconn invested over $200 million in GoPro. Woodman believes that his hard work and perseverance got him to be where he is. “To everyone [at] home watching, I am not that smart. I am just that dedicated,” Woodman said. “You have to be a little maniacal to see things through. You don’t
A former animal trainer for the San Diego Zoo recently made public allegations criticizing the facility’s elephant exhibit in an interview with King 5 News, calling the living conditions “prison-like” and “not adequate.” In 2009, the San Diego Zoo opened its Elephant Odyssey, and it currently hosts two temporary residents, Bamboo and Chai, who they transported from Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo. Former employee Britta Wilson said that the transportation of the elephants was detrimental to their well-being. “What they’ve just had to go through was super stressful for them,” Wilson said. “I’d be surprised if something bad doesn’t happen. I hope it doesn’t.” Furthermore, Wilson thinks that any zoo would be unsuitable for elephants to live in. “There’s just not a lot going on,” Wilson said. “A lot of dirt, a lot of metal, a lot of enclosure, not a lot of stimulation.” However, San Diego Zoo’s Manager of Public Relations Christina Simmon s told the UCSD Guardian that they did not receive any formal complaints from Wilson or any, in general, regarding its elephant exhibit. “We have a mechanism for these concerns to be submitted in a scientific fashion, anonymously, to a panel of in house experts,” Simmons said. “We can tell you that we are not aware of any allegations like this made.” Staff from Woodland Park Zoo, who are in San Diego with Bamboo and Chai, also told King 5 News that the two “are in good health,” are “well-trained” and “are interacting with their keepers.” Moreover, Simmons speculates that Wilson may be involved with the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals and is trying to make the public aware of San Diego Zoo’s attempts to bring in a group of elephants from Swaziland in 2003, a family group that was at risk due to overpopulation. “At that time, representatives of PETA stated in federal court that they would rather see the elephants dead than in a zoo,” Simmons said. “Despite their attempts to stop our work, the elephants were rescued, and they and their offspring are currently living at the [San Diego Zoo] Safari Park.” According to Simmons, the zoo is currently working on a number of conservation projects and is launching a rally to support Assembly Bill 96, which restricts the sale of ivory and rhino horns in California. “San Diego Zoo Global continues to be committed to saving elephants, rhinos and other African species currently at severe risk of extinction due to poaching,” Simmons said. Wilson also accused the zoo of participating in animal mistreatment. According to King 5 News, Wilson left in 2008 after spending 12 years with the zoo after realizing that her employers
See GOPRO, page 6
See ZOO, page 6
YOU KNOW SNOOP DOGG IS DESCENDING ON RIMAC FIELD ON MAY 3, BUT HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW ABOUT OK GO’S MUSIC VIDEOS? CHECK OUT OUR GUIDE TO THIS YEAR’S HIGHLY ANTICIPATED LINEUP. WEEKEND, PAGE 7
RESTRICTED SUN GOD
UCSD students join in solidarity to remember victims at the candlelight vigil organized by the Nepalese Student Association. Photo by Thiba Thiagarajan/UCSD Guardian.
OPINION, Page 4
Students Mourn Nepal Earthquake Victims at Vigil
The Growing List of Rules
FESTIVAL READY? Everything you need for SGF LIFESTYLE, Page 10
GET YOUR CULTURE ON The Guardian Visits MCASD Lifestyle, Page 12
TRITON THREEPEAT WATER POLO DOMINATES WWPA SPORTS, Page 16
FORECAST
THURSDAY H 79 L 59
FRIDAY
H 78 L 57
By JACKY TO SENIOR
H
undreds of students gathered in front of Geisel Library on Tuesday night to hold a candlelight vigil for the victims of the Nepal earthquake. The Nepalese Student Association organized the event and collected donations to contribute toward disaster relief. The night began with students and community members lighting candles on the ground, which were arranged to spell “NEPAL” in both English and Nepali. NSA President Shreyash Bhattarai opened up the formal portion of the event by thanking those who are contributing to the relief. “I am so proud to be a human today because we are supporting something that is happening on the other side of the world,” Bhattarai said. Bhattarai then called for the attendees to participate in a minute-long moment of silence to honor the earthquake victims and their families. Following this, Vice Chancellor of Student
SATURDAY SUN GOD DAY H 72 L 55
“
2
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
WE COULD SAY, ‘LOOK CANADA, WE HAVE OUR OWN PUBLIC HEALTH CARE INSURANCE SYSTEM NOW.’ BUT REALLY, WHO ARE WE KIDDING? WE ARE SO LATE...”
- Ayat Amin/Marcus Thuillier Across the Globe OPINION, PAGE 4
INSIDE AVERAGE CAT.................. 3 PORTER’S FUTURE........... 4 FILM REVIEWS...............13 SUDOKU........................ 14 ROWING TEAMS............. 15
Affairs Juan Gonzalez and Acting Provost of Earl Warren College Ivan Evans both delivered speeches expressing their grief over the lost lives. “We light a candle in hope of their recovery,” Gonzalez said. “We light a candle to reflect the love that we wish to send to them and hopefully the thousands of dollars that we’ll send to them.” Gonzalez also praised NSA for its quick response and rapid relief efforts. “I started sending emails out Saturday as soon as I woke up and became cognizant of this,” Gonzalez said. “Students stepped up and said, ‘We shall make a difference. We will remember our families and friends.’ And so to them, I stand in awe and with great gratitude.” The earthquake occurred near Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu, on Saturday with a magnitude of 7.8 and has led to more than 5,000 deaths and 10,000 injuries. However, Nepalese Prime Minister Sushil Koirala warned that his nation’s death toll might
See VIGIL, page 6
H 70 L 55
VERBATIM
STAFF WRITER
ALUMNI
UCSD Alumnus Becomes Highest Paid CEO After graduating with a degree in visual arts in 1997, Nick Woodman founded GoPro. BY Omkar Mahajan
Contributing Writer Nick Woodman, CEO of GoPro and a UCSD alumnus, was recently named the highestpaid CEO of 2014, according to Bloomberg Magazine. Woodman, whose salary is $284.5 million, replaced Charif Souki, CEO of Cheniere Energy, who earned $281 million in 2013, as the highest paid CEO at the end of 2014. Additionally, Cheniere Energy also reduced Souki’s pay in 2014, which makes Woodman the highest-paid CEO. GoPro earns $634 million in quarterly revenue and Woodman is listed at an estimated $2.4 billion according to Forbes Magazine. Woodman credits his time at UCSD as the source of his company’s origins and conception.
“This is actually where GoPro started, you could argue. It’s where I learned about my love of visual arts and photography, love of surfing, and GoPro is really the combination of my passions in the form of a business,” Woodman said in an interview with CBS News. “I got very lucky as an entrepreneur that I could combine my personal passion with business. So I owe UC San Diego a ton for helping find who I really am.” However, Woodman might not have even attended UCSD if he hadn’t appealed the rejection letter the school sent him — an action which led to him being admitted to the university. Woodman graduated from UCSD in 1997, majoring in visual arts and minoring in creative writing. After his marketing company FunBug failed, Woodman traveled around the world, surfing. The self-made
NEWS
3
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
AVERAGE CAT By Christina Carlson Aleksandra Konstantinovic Andrew E. Huang Taylor Sanderson Tina Butoiu Kriti Sarin Cassia Pollock Marcus Thuillier John Story Teiko Yakobson Jacqueline Kim Kyle Somers Nilu Karimi
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Researchers Find Link Between Alzheimer’s and Heart Disease UCSD scientists found that heart disease genes have a connection to risk factors of Alzheimer’s that may be controllable. BY Bruce B.Y. Lee
Staff Writer Researchers at UCSD School of Medicine and an international team of scientists discovered genetic overlap between Alzheimer’s disease and two high-risk factors of cardiovascular disease. The study was published on April 10, 2015, via the scientific journal, Circulation. The two risk factors are C-reactive protein and plasma lipids. CRP is a type of substance that increases with inflammatory reaction in a body, and plasma lipids are types of fat, mostly composed of fatty acids and cholesterol. Scott LaFee, a scientific journalist from UCSD Health System, explained the significance of the work of the researchers. “The key here was that they identified that the genes, [CRP and plasma lipids], have some connection with those risk factors of Alzheimer’s disease,” LaFee told the UCSD Guardian. “So the idea being that if
you can control those risk factors, you can ideally slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.” In the past, scientists were aware that a correlation exists between Alzheimer’s disease and cardiovascular disease. However, the relationship between the two diseases was and still is unclear. To extract further knowledge of the link between the two diseases, the researchers dug into minor details of examining specific genetic signals. According to the article published in Circulation, the researchers engaged in a statistical investigation and found out that the overlap associated with Alzheimer’s disease, CRP and the three components of total cholesterol in single nucleotide polymorphisms enriches AD SNPs, which increases the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. SNPs refer to the most common genetic variations in human body. “Using summary statistics from genome-wide association studies of over 200,000 individuals, we investigated overlap in single
nucleotide polymorphisms associated with clinically diagnosed Alzheimer’s disease and C-reactive protein, triglycerides, high- and low-density lipoprotein levels,” the researchers reported. “We found up to 50-fold enrichment of Alzheimer’s disease SNPs for different levels of association with CRP, LDL, HDL and TG-SNPs.” The contemporary treatments for Alzheimer’s disease are not capable of fully controlling the symptoms of the disease. On the other hand, the treatments for cardiovascular disease are relatively much more effective, and the link between the two diseases may open a new pathway to Alzheimer’s disease’s effective treatment. “This finding suggests that here you have two risk factors for cardiovascular disease, which are more controllable; you can lower cholesterol, you can lower blood lipids and inflammatory protein,” LaFee said. “And that may have an impact on prospects of people getting Alzheimer’s disease.”
Ole A. Andreassen, senior co-author of the research, spoke about the importance of potential success in finding an effective treatment. “Currently, there are no diseasemodifying therapies, and much attention has been focused upon prevention and early diagnosis,” Andreassen said to UCSD Health System. “Delaying dementia onset by even just two years could potentially lower the worldwide prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease by more than 22 million cases over the next four decades, resulting in significant societal savings.” Alzheimer’s disease is a neurological disorder that degenerates memory and cognition. Some of its symptoms include loss of memory, impaired speaking and writing and change in personality and behavior. In the U.S., more than 5 million people suffer from the disease, most of the patients being over the age of 65.
readers can contact BRUCE B. Y. LEE BY1019@ucsd.edu
Siddharth Atre Jonathan Gao Joselynn Ordaz Sherman Aline Elyse Yang Annie Liu Rosina Garcia Jennifer Grundman Laura Chow Vincent Pham
Editor in Chief Managing Editors News Editor Associate News Editor Opinion Editor Sports Editor Associate Sports Editor Features Editor A&E Editor Associate A&E Editor Lifestyle Editor Photo Editor Associate Photo Editor Design Editor Associate Design Editor Art Editor Associate Art Editor Copy Editor Associate Copy Editor Social Media Coordinator Training and Development
Page Layout Allison Kuno
Distribution Christopher Graves, Josef Goodyear Copy Readers Andrew Chao, Caroline Lee, Sage Schubert-Christian, Marissa Barber, Heejung Lim Editorial Assistants Shelby Newallis, Karly Nisson, Mario Attie, Katie Potts Business Manager Jennifer Mancano Advertising Director Myrah Jaffer
Advertising Design Alfredo H. Vilano, Jr. A.S. Graphic Studio The UCSD Guardian is published Mondays and Thursdays during the academic year by UCSD students and for the UCSD community. Reproduction of this newspaper in any form, whether in whole or in part, without permission is strictly prohibited. © 2015, all rights reserved. The UCSD Guardian is not responsible for the return of unsolicited manuscripts or art. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the opinions of the UCSD Guardian, the University of California or Associated Students. The UCSD Guardian is funded by advertising. Fuck this staff box.
General Editorial:
editor@ucsdguardian.org News: news@ucsdguardian.org Opinion: opinion@ucsdguardian.org Sports: sports@ucsdguardian.org Features: features@ucsdguardian.org Lifestyle: lifestyle@ucsdguardian.org A&E: entertainment@ucsdguardian.org Photo: photo@ucsdguardian.org Design: design@ucsdguardian.org Art: art@ucsdguardian.org
Advertising: 858-534-3467 ads@ucsdguardian.org
Fax: 858-534-7035
4
OPINION
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
OPINION
CONTACT THE EDITOR
CASSIA POLLOCK opinion@ucsdguardian.org
EDITORIALS
Caged In
SGF15 will implement a plethora of restrictions and regulations, further limiting students’ activities. The Editorial Board weighs the effectiveness of these safety measures.
Obamacare Makes Us So Proud Across the globe Marcus thuillier// Ayat amin
opinion@ucsdguardian.org
T
ILLUSTRATION BY ELYSE YANG
A
fter last year’s incidents at the annual Sun God Festival, it was obvious that changes needed to be made to the festival in order for it to survive. This year, the Office of Student Conduct updated the policy and safety regulations for the festival, and the changes include items that will supposedly improve our Sun God Festival experience. Although the administration has a history of caging us into the event — which they are continuing to do this year — we commend them for trying to educate us about safe drinking instead of just telling us not to do it. For several years, the administration has been trying to define the limits of an “improved Sun God experience.” From discussions about changing the day of the week the festival is held to threatening to cancel the event altogether, safety seems to be the priority for the administration. Last year, Eleanor Roosevelt College, the Village and I-House
residents received wristbands proving that they were residents to make sure that non-residents weren’t partying in the area. This year, however, “only residents of their respective residential areas are allowed to be present in living spaces of those areas during specified time periods during the weekend of the Sun God Festival.” Like the move to RIMAC Field, the administration is again minimizing the space we can have fun in. Another addition — a no re-entry policy — shows how the administration is trying to sustain the festival in a way that takes away from what the festival used to be: a campuswide event. Note to administrators: Smaller space does not equal less activity or less trouble. Furthermore, students who get in trouble between April 30 at 8 p.m. and May 4 at 8 a.m. are subject to further consequences, such as delayed graduation and not being allowed to attend
See SUN GOD, page 5
Aleksandra Konstantinovic EDITOR IN CHIEF
EDITORIAL BOARD The UCSD Guardian is published twice weekly at the University of California at San Diego. Contents © 2015. Views expressed herein represent the majority vote of the editorial board and are not necessarily those of the UC Board of Regents, the ASUCSD or the members of the full Guardian staff.
Andrew E. Huang MANAGING EDITOR
Taylor Sanderson
MANAGING EDITOR
Rosina Garcia COPY EDITOR
Cassia Pollock
OPINION EDITOR
Tina Butoiu NEWS EDITOR
Kriti Sarin ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR
Marcus Thuillier SPORTS EDITOR
Kyle Somers
ASSOCIATE A&E EDITOR
Future Replacement of Porter’s Pub Should Prioritize Students At the end of this school year, Porter’s Pub’s lease is up, and the University Centers Advisory Board will start looking for a new tenant to take that space for next year. Porter’s Pub was central to campus culture for a large group of past and current students, especially considering the caliber of concerts it brought. At the same time, Porter’s customers complained that the establishment had a tendency to serve subpar food in an often empty restaurant on week nights. Clearly there was room for improvement, and we know UCAB will keep that in mind as it looks for a new tenant. Hands down, the first priority is that the new business needs to serve alcohol in a casual setting. Zanzibar Cafe is a great spot to have a borderline-classy night with, at most, two glasses of a craft beer, but UCSD also needs a place to get more than a little tipsy and not care. Luckily, UCAB shares this priority, as the organization’s chair, Claire Maniti has indicated that the space will continue to be used as a pub that prioritizes both quality food and alcohol.
And there are plenty of directions to go with that idea. In fact, a pub much like Porter’s that served good burgers and which found ways to keep itself more regularly populated might just be perfect. One of the problems that UCAB had with Porter’s was the fact that it sold too much alcohol compared to food, and an Irish- or English-themed establishment could get great business, especially if it could outperform the relatively low standard of food set by dining halls. There is also the potential of turning it into a student-run business (yes, a co-op), especially if the setting had some mass appeal. Students could obtain a liquor license and hire a kitchen staff to make food and clean dishes. The students themselves might have a better idea of what their peers would want out of a bar or grill than an outside business, and it would be a great experience for economics majors and budding entrepreneurs. Maniti agrees that this idea is certainly possible and that it could work in the right format. Some students have proposed that a chain
restaurant like Buffalo Wild Wings might be a smart alternative to a local business; after all, it would have more potential for popularity. But even though reliably OK food at cheap prices sounds enticing, the last thing that UCSD needs is to lose more of its already dwindling culture. A generic chain sports bar — or really another chain of any kind — would waste room on campus where UCSD could put in an establishment that students are actually proud of. One of the ways that Porter’s was a success was that it created an atmosphere with its own individual character, comparable to, but perhaps a little more tame than the C.H.E. Cafe. The ultimate decisions about the space will be left up to UCAB this summer, although they have been known to consider student input when they get it. Even if students aren’t proactive enough to make their voices heard about the future pub on campus, it seems that UCAB’s interests align closely with what students should want. Hopefully, we can trust them to make the best decision for everyone.
he Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act recently celebrated its year and a half of existence. If you haven’t heard about it in recent news, that’s because “Obamacare” actually works. Take that, Republicans! Despite the early backlash about the lonely 106,000 people who signed up in the first month after Obamacare’s launch in October 2013, the program has made its way and now holds a relevant place in American society. The stats are even here to prove it. Before we dive into the stats and the reasons why Obamacare has been a long-overdue success in America, let us remind the readership that our dear Canadian neighbors, those we playfully mock for their accents and the maple syrup they abundantly use in their dishes, have had their own version of universal healthcare for the past 30 years after the Canada Health Act was passed in 1984. And this is the first paragraph on the Canada health care system’s webpage: “Canada’s health care system is a group of socialized health insurance plans that provides coverage to all Canadian citizens. It is publicly funded and administered on a provincial or territorial basis, within guidelines set by the federal government.” This sounds great and shows a health guideline totally in touch with today’s society. We could say, “Look, Canada, we have our own public health insurance system now.” But really, who are we kidding? We are so late amongst developed countries on health coverage that comparing ourselves to others would really be an insult. Let’s just be proud of the accomplishments from the past year and a half and acknowledge that, for once, American health insurance finally managed to reach a basic goal of human decency. We will start off our observations with noticing that the percentage of uninsured people has dropped to 12.3 percent (from around 16 percent before the passing of the law), while Mother Jones magazine says “nearly 30 million Americans have gotten health insurance under Obamacare.” The New Republic states that, based on plenty of surveys, about 10 million of uninsured Americans are now insured under Obamacare. Another good piece of news? Health care costs are rising slower than expected. They rose by 2 percent every year between 1990 and 2008 on average, and from 2012 on, they will only rise by 1.1 percent (with projections going until 2023). So Obamacare is a success? It has reached its goal to insure more people and to make healthcare more affordable. A little icing on the cake lies in the fact that the program has cost an approximate 20 percent less than expected over the past year and half, which should make everyone happy. Well, not quite everyone, since the Republicans have put the law on Obamacare to a vote, making a whopping 56 attempts to overturn it and failing miserably every single time. It seems fair to wonder if they really care about middle-class America’s health. And here comes Canada’s health care system again: “With a few exceptions, all citizens qualify for health coverage regardless of medical history, personal income or standard of living.” Yes, that’s how it is done.
OPINION
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
WORLD FRONT WINDOW
By David Juarez
GOT ISSUES? SEND YOUR LETTERS TO OPINION@UCSDGUARDIAN.ORG
Enforcement of Safety Measures May Prove Difficult for Administrators ▶ SUN GOD, from page 4
future events. While the safety of students should be the most important thing, disciplining them for events that might not even pertain to the festival is not the answer. Essentially, all students will be required to walk on thin ice in the days leading up to the festival, lest they are caught doing something that administration constitutes as “pre-gaming.” These safety measures hide the fact that the festival has lost much of its splendor from the past. The changes occupy the discussions and shift the focus away from a Sun God Festival that used to take place all over campus and really brought the UCSD community
together. However, the administration took charge for past mistakes and shifted toward a more tolerant approach consisting of educating the student body about the dangers of alcohol and drug consumption. Drug amnesty drop-off stations will be available on location to encourage safe use. Also, on the official Sun God Festival website, the safety tips don’t advise students not to drink but advise them how to drink safely. The festival organizers finally recognize that drinking will always happen at such an event, and that the only way to control it is to raise awareness among students. The festival organizers also promised to be stricter in enforcing the rule
that any student who appears to be under the influence will not be let in. Well, that’s easier said than done. Personally, we’d like to see what the administration is going to do about potentially hundreds of drunk college students wandering around campus. But, hey, if it educated us correctly, maybe it wouldn’t have that problem. The student body will endure another Sun God Festival caged into RIMAC field. Hopefully students will get the hint that, unless we stop putting our lives in danger and begin following a plethora of rules, the administration is just going to bombard us with more rules and regulations — or discontinue the event altogether.
STRETCH MUSCLES AND MINDS Earn your Doctor of Physical Therapy or Master of Occupational Therapy degree at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. • Accredited graduate university • On-campus and online programs that fit your lifestyle and learning style • Varied and specialized clinical internship sites • Trimester-based curriculum allowing accelerated entry into the field
usa.edu | 800-241-1027
Job #: 96261.04 Client: USA Desc: DPT/MOT Print Ad Size: 5" x 8" Color: BW
Ref #:
YOUR VOICE DESERVES TO BE HEARD
5
6
NEWS
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
Looking for the New Business Column? Now posted every Wednesday night, after the A.S. Council meeting, online.
Four San Diego Residents Currently Stranded at Site of Earthquake ▶ VIGIL, from page 2
actually end up closer to 10,000. The earthquake also triggered an avalanche on Mount Everest that killed at least 18 climbers. One of those climbers was UC Irvine alumnus Dan Fredinburg, a 33-year-old Google executive who was there on a company-sponsored expedition. Moreover, four San Diego residents who traveled to Nepal for a hiking trip are currently stranded in a Nepalese village and only have approximately a day’s worth of food left. One of the hiker’s sisters told NBC San Diego that the four of them are essentially running a rescue camp of about 30 people. Another San Diego resident, 21-year-old Spencer Dickinson,
managed to call his family on Tuesday night and confirm that he is alive. Dickinson had been missing since the earthquake and will be air-lifted out of the base camp soon. Warren College sophomore and NSA member Bal Krishna Oli told the UCSD Guardian that the San Diego community helped spread the group’s message. “I am really happy that we were able to do our event successfully,” Oli said. “Everybody came and helped us out in this time of need. We hope to gain continued support from the UCSD family and Nepalese community.” The United Nations, which reported that the earthquake has affected over 8 million people, released $15 million from an emergency fund to pay for water,
medical supplies and shelter. Oli added that the UCSD community can participate in the humanitarian effort to bring relief to Nepal by making monetary donations on campus. The NSA has set up a donation box on Library Walk where students can donate whatever they can, according to Oli. Donors can receive tax deductions for their contributions, which will go through local nonprofit organizations, including One Step and Shikshya Nepal. In addition, the NSA is partnering with the Nepal Red Cross Society and similar organizations. Donations can also be made online at http://www.helpnepaltoday.org/.
readers can contact JACKY TO j6to@ucsd.edu
Zoo Officials Turn to Federal Agencies for Support with Complaints ▶ ZOO, from page 2
had more interest in making money than taking care of its animals. “I even saw a lot of abuse,” Wilson said. “I worked in a show and saw some things that were not great.” However, Simmons assured the Guardian that the wellbeing of its animals is the zoo’s
primary concern. “San Diego Zoo Global prides itself on its leadership in animal care and asks all staff to alert us to any animal welfare concerns they have,” Simmons said. “We also work in collaboration with and under permits from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, who also have mechanisms for handling and
investigating complaints and have a history of working with our local humane society.” Individuals who are interested in joining the San Diego Zoo’s campaign to protect rhino’s from extinction can visit http:// endextinction.org/rally4rhinos.
readers can contact JACKY TO j6to@ucsd.edu
Woodman: GoPro is About Being Creative and Engaging People ▶ GOPRO from page 2
ucsdguardian.org
Turn Your ACTIONS into Words Advertise your event, your product! Advertise yourself with
www.ucsdguardian.org/advertising
need massive intellect, you just need massive perseverance.” According to Woodman, the reason he majored in visual arts and created GoPro was that he wanted to use creativity to engage and interact with people. “It was to be creative with a purpose
and get your message or belief across through creative work in a manner that really engages your audience,” Woodman said. “So they come away believing in the message you were delivering to them.” Ever since his company’s success, Woodman has been featured in numerous magazines, articles and newspapers. He was listed in Fortune
Magazine’s 40 under 40 list, which lists 40 influential people in business under the age of 40. Moreover, Woodman was featured as a guest shark in ABC’s hit TV show, “Shark Tank.” Woodman currently lives in San Mateo with his wife and two children.
readers can contact Omkar Mahajan
omahajan@ucsd.edu
T I M D A E N O
SUN GOD TICKET FESTIVAL Guide
The Guardian’s SGF Playlist 2015 compiled by Jacky To, Yidian Huang, Cedric Hyon, Karly Nisson Peter McInnis, Joselynn Ordaz, Tynan Yanaga and Kyle Somers
“Young, Wild, & Free (feat. Bruno Mars)” by Snoop Dogg “Girls Just Want To Have Fun” by STRFKR “Gin and Juice” by Snoop Dogg “Invincible” by OK Go “Stay Ready (What A Life)” by Jhene Aiko “Upside Down & Inside Out” by OK Go “Bury Us Alive” by STRFKR “The Worst” by Jhene Aiko “While I’m Alive” by STRFKER “Drop It Like It’s Hot” by Snoop Dogg “Here It Goes Again” by OK Go “Peaches N Cream” by Snoop Dogg “Obsession” by OK Go “Lyin King” by Jhene Aiko “Rawnal Gregory Erickson the Second” by STRFKR
y if t o p S r u o w o ll o F
playlist at bit.ly/sg f2015
How to Prepare *
Hand sanitizer (Porta-potties are not pretty.)
*
Sunscreen (While magical, the Sun God will not protect you from melanoma.)
*
Hydrate (Water before, water during, water after. Think Aquatica because if you don’t hydrate, SeaWorld will.)
*
Meditation and yoga (Deep breaths — not a panic attack. Yes, you will get hear STRFKR; calm down.)
*
Finish your homework (Otherwise, you’ll that guy be coding under the table at Beer Garden.)
*
Listen to the UCSD Guardian Sun God 2015 Mixtape (We all know you’re not actually doing your homework.)
8
WEEKEND
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
1
2
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE DRUM
PHOTO USED WITH PERMISSION FROM SLEEPING GIANT MUSIC
3
H
VENDOR
Sun God Avenue
Sun God Festival
NORTH STAGE
CARNIVAL More info can be found at sun GAMES
Glass House
+
Slide
+
P
Sizzler
PHOTO USED WITH PERMISSION FROM BB GUN PRESS
W
Aiko
ith honey-smooth vocals, Jhene Aiko’s songs are perfect for slow seduction. One of her latest and most popular songs, “The Worst,” shows an earnestness in her lyrics combined with dreamy melodies such as, “You live in a different time zone/ Think I know what this is/ It’s just the time’s wrong.” The Los Angeles native has a style of rhythm and blues that falls between The Weeknd
and a better Lana Del Rey. Aiko’s latest album, “Souled Out,” released in 2014, features both wraithlike beats, such as “The Pressure,” and calm serenades, like “Promises.” She also draws heavily on her Buddhist philosophy for soulful and meditative lyrics. This has helped her mature from sad, romantic melodies to meaningful songs detailing her journey after her brother’s death. At Sun God Festival 2015,
we can expect Aiko’s signature mellifluous vocals combined with either upbeat and carefree songs or contemplative lullabies. Her style promises a lighter, calmer sound compared to the rest of the lineup. Aiko brings both the ability to tug at the heartstrings of lovers and appeal to the dreamers and thinkers of the festival.
5. DJ Demon
H
e commandeers the crowd with one hand in the air and one hand on the vinyl. He’s been able to DJ beside artists from Big Boi to Wiz Khalifa with aplomb. He’s a San Diego native with an encyclopedic knowledge of music and without mercy for the turntables. Who is it? DJ Demon. A local legend in the truest sense, he swaggers up to the stage and proves his abilities year after year. The level of comfort he holds with the crowd comes from two things: his easy-going personality and a total of five years’ experience at Sun God Festival (soon to be six). Shutting himself in his room with nothing but an MPC and a desire to master his art
— Sam Velazquez Contributing Writer
[21+ with ID]
S
Twister
H20
More info can be found at s
Ridge
— Allison Kubo Staff Writer
6.
at the age of 19, his dedication validates itself with the frenzy he produces at every show. His concerns lay with the people, letting spontaneity reign both the music and UCSD for one day. “I’m an open format DJ, never restricting myself to the confines of a set playlist,” DJ Demon said in an exclusive interview with the Guardian. “Instead, I look out at the crowd and let the kids’ reaction[s] take control. I understand what this celebration means to the culture and students of UCSD.” DJ Demon is heaven-sent.
BEER GARDEN
ENTRANCE
4. Jhene
Century Century Wheel Wheel
STRFKR
uccess in the music industry is hard enough to come by as it is, not to mention for a band with a not-so-family-friendly name. But STRFKR knew that when they got into the business, their early attempts to change the name to tamer alternatives just didn’t feel right. Though it started as a joke — a dig at the proud, selflabeled “starfuckers” frontman Josh Hodges was forced to spend time with in his introduction to the industry — STRFKR became a sort of empowering slogan for the band, a mockery of a vanity they’d neither promote nor conform to in their music.
Luckily, their explicit moniker doesn’t seem to be holding them back. The Portland quartet’s psychedelic indie-rock is light and airy, with the kind of uplifting energy that’ll have festival goers moving to the likes of MGMT and Foster the People. Be sure to listen for hits off of their 2013 release, “Miracle Mile,” and be ready to dance to their more familiar 2008 hitsingle “Rawnald Gregory Erickson the Second.” — Karly Nisson Editorial assistant
H20
WEEKEND
2. DJ Mike Czech
1. Snoop Dogg
A
s the headliner of Sun God Festival 2015, Snoop Dogg — formerly known as Snoopzilla, formerly known as Snoop Lion, formerly known as Snoop Dogg and formerly known as Snoop Doggy Dogg — can be expected to bring all of his usual funkadelic beats with him. One of the prime pioneers of G-Funk hip-hop and a veteran of the East coast-West coast rivalry during the ‘90s, Snoop Dogg added more flavor to
the mix in his debut album “Doggystyle.” Sacrificing some lyrical poetry for clarity, Snoop Dogg, as a result, created a flow that can only be thought of as a sweet drawl that takes you for a stroll in to each verse. While some of his albums like “The Doggfather” met with commercial success, he never had the critical acclaim that “Doggystyle” achieved. But, of course, the main elephant of the room remains: Snoop Dogg is notorious for drug usage, yet Sun God
Festival is going hard about safety this year? Snoop Dogg openly talks about his drug usage, holds concerts to celebrate certain states’ legalization and even claims to have smoked with a hologram of Tupac (though, according to him, he was so high it could’ve just been a lamp). There are some high stakes here. Foshizzle. — Cedric Hyon Contributing Writer
HEADLINER $
VENDOR
e/Hopkins Drive
EXIT
+ l 2014 LOUNGE Set List
ngodfestival.ucsd.edu
SUN GOD STAGE
CIRCUS PERFORMANCES
Rimac Arena
3. OK
F
Go
or the considerable chunk of UCSD students who prefer rock and alternative to rap and pop, the festival is going to peak with OK Go. Since their self-titled debut album released in 2002, the quartet’s tastes have spanned from upbeat pop-rock to moody, understated electro-alternative and plenty of territory in between. Possibly better known than their music are their often outlandishly elaborate music videos. These include a choreographed dance with
P
erhaps the last name you are likely to recognize at this year’s Sun God Festival is disc jockey Mike Czech, who returns with new remixes from a variety of styles, including the Kongos’ “Come With Me Now” and The Black Keys’ “Fever.” Bringing expertise acquired from working at the Skratch ‘N’ Sniff radio show, the local San Diego artist incorporates his own flare of bass and synthesizer with recent tracks from various genres. “I look for special niches of music styles for the radio, especially off-radar songs that don’t have remixes already,” Czech told the UCSD Guardian.
While he celebrates the independent music scene, Czech reminisces on the loss of the shared community of listeners. Fortunately, he finds that the popularity of these outdoor arena festivals makes up for this, creating the sunny, feel-good atmosphere and the shared musical experience that unites the audience. Look for an eclectic mix of alternativerock remixes as DJ Mike Czech brings his intriguing musical vibe of indie and dubstep to the RIMAC stage.
hundreds of Korean Japanese students with umbrellas shot from a drone (“Won’t Let You Down”) and a Rube Goldberg machine spanning multiple warehouse stories (“This Too Shall Pass”). Bassist Tim Nordwind discussed the band’s approach to festival sets like the one they’ll be playing at the festival. “When we put on a live show, a lot of bands just go and play music,” Nordwind told the UCSD Guardian. “But we take a look at what we can do from a lighting
perspective or a movement perspective or a technology perspective, and we try to make our concerts into multimedia events with some kind of an emotional arc.” And at Sun God Festival, though OK Go may not have the sort of star power that Snoop Dogg does, their tendency for elaborate performances may let them steal the show.
4
T.O. EXPERIENCE SGF 15 MERCH & FREE PHOTOBOOTHS
$
sgf.ucsd.edu/map
e Walk
ENTRANCE
+ +
9
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
PHOTO COURTESY OF BILLBOARD
5
PHOTO USED WITH PERMISSION FROM SLEEPING GIANT MUSIC
6
PHOTO USED WITH PERMISSION FROM POLYVINYL RECORDS
— Peter McInnis Contributing Writer
— Kyle Somers ASSOCIATE A&E EDITOR
10
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
WHAT TO WEAR:
WEEKEND
WHAT NOT TO WEAR: + Light-colored clothing (This is not a stain-resistant
+ Headband (You do want to see Snoop Dog,
environment. Don’t spend your post-Sun God Festival Monday morning hunting down a Tide to Go bleach pen.)
right?)
+ Converse (classically comfy)
+ Sandals (Protect your phalanges. They don’t grow back.)
+ Thrifted fanny pack (Although the
term is highly offensive to Australians, matronly accessories are the new black this year.)
+ Skinny jeans (Dancing just isn’t possible in these death
+ Baseball hat (Show off your obnoxious
+ Jacket (This is the Sun God Festival, not the Arctic. Might
pride while preventing your head from developing a malignant skin cancer.)
want to get a refund for your easy three-step online degree in geography. De nada.)
+ A watch (Time is a social construct, but anyone
+ Chunky jewelry (You never know when someone will use
that’s out of time is out of mind.)
your own adornments against you.)
+ Sunglasses (So nobody will see the midterm
+ Your retainer (Your orthodontist will forgive you, but let’s be
traps.)
bags under your eyes.)
real: You haven’t worn it for the past month. Don’t tell him I said that!)
Compiled by Guardian Staff
ILLUSTRATIONS BY SHERMAN ALINE AND COURTESY OF NEMO PHOTOS COURTESY OF GABBY-GIRL ON FLICKR.COM, MARTIN VARVASKY AND ARCADIA WATCHES
discover the best kept secret on campus!
WEEKLY STUDENT SPECIALS Monday Madness
50% off Any 2nd Large or X-Large Pizza
$2 Tuesday
1-Topping Pizza Slice + Drink = $2 Add Another Slice for Just $1.25
Pasta Wednesday
Free Garlic Parmesan Twists with Any Pasta
Thursday Bundle Deal
Large 1-Topping Pizza and Choice of 6 Garlic Parmesan Twists, 6 Classic Wings or 8 Boneless Wings $20.99
Flatbread Friday $1 Off Flatbread & Drink Plus $2 Off Select Pitchers!
Weekend Special
$1 Off Our Everyday Low Price Lunch Specials
Valid at Round Table Pizza UCSD Price Center, La Jolla • (858) 457-2060 Dine In and Carry Out Only
WEEKEND
11
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
What to Bring:
Time-Sensitive Drinks
+ Phone (and phone charger because someone needs to have an obnoxious Snapchat barrage.)
+ Disposable camera (If you borrow your
uncle’s Nikon D4, chances are you’ll have to flee the country and find a wig.)
Got a hour?
+ Cellphone cardholder (Keep your friends close and your ID card closer.)
• Berry-flavored liquor • Champagne • Basil leaves
+ Chapstick (Channel your inner Sasha Fierce with confidence knowing your lips are protected.)
What Not to Bring: + Cash (There are vendors, but let’s be real: Save your money for
something with nutritional value that won’t strip your credit card of its dignity.)
+ Instruments (Okay, you’re a snake charmer, I believe you. But, please, leave your flute at home, or you’ll be sent home by security.)
+ Pictures of Snoop Dogg (Just because you printed out a Tumblr photoset does not mean Snoopie’s going to sign it.)
+ Your selfie stick (Is it too much trouble to ask a nearby
festival-goer for a photo? You might even make a friend or two, or a mortal enemy, in the process.)
+ Your chihuahua (High chance of losing your best friend in the crowd — meaning, leave.)
Got a few minutes?
try a Planter’s Punch! (in the face) • • • • •
Planter’s punch (in the face) Rum Lemon juice Grenadine syrup Fruit juice (Based on personal preference. But please, refrain from using Kool-Aid, cause that ain’t crunk)
Got about
+ Backpack (This ain’t no Dora the Explorer, honey.) + Nintendo 3DS (Sorry, but why would you want to Streetpass when you could Bonkey Kong around?)
+ Drugs (To be blunt, no.)
F R E E S C R E E N I N G & PA N E L H O S T E D B Y U C O N S E N T
Tuesday, 5/5/15 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm Price Center Theater https://www.facebook.com/events/1443948445897988/
?
• Fireball • Apple juice
DRINK ILLUSTATIONS COURTESY OF MIENKIE, ZEIMUSU, AND OPENCLIPS
12
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
PHOTO BYJESUS PACHECO/GUARDIAN
MUSEUM REVIEW
A
MCASD Downtown: 1100 & 1001 Kettner Blvd. San Diego, CA
s full-time knowledge seekers, students are seen as a cultured and active bunch. While we all, indeed, try to take advantage of events hosted by UCSD because they are often free and conveniently located, many of us are less knowledgeable when it comes to what the larger San Diego community has to offer. While the absence of a personal motor vehicle — so vital for getting around SoCal — a limited budget or lack of time can discourage a potential explorer from discovering new local wonders, we still have a place that is an absolute must-visit for anyone. All excuses are invalid! The UCSD Guardian now presents to all of our readers the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego because “students should be
Still not convinced you should give MCASD a try? Well, how about that: • Both museum locations are open on the weekends. • MCASD La Jolla is located just 20 minutes away from campus (by bus), while MCASD Downtown is close to all major downtown spots. • The La Jolla location has the Edwards Garden Gallery with a fabulous Instagram-worthy ocean view. • MCASD in La Jolla also has the X Store gift shop and a cafe.
MCASD LOCATION: MCASD La Jolla 700 Prospect St. La Jolla, CA
WEEKEND
HOURS: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (closed Wednesday)
PRICE: Age 25 and under free (The museum is free for all on the third Thursday of every month from 5 to 7p.m.)
learning outside the classroom,” duh. MCASD is a unique museum, not only because it serves as a showcase space for paintings, photographs and art installations, but also because it is used as a place for movie screenings, parties with live music and food, lectures and even weddings. If museum-going has never been your ideal way of spending free time, consider planning your first visit to MCASD on the day of Thursday Night Thing. This event is only held three times a year but is well worth the wait, as it includes artist talks, live music, dancing and cocktails created by professional mixologists. Guided tours of current exhibitions are also an important part of TNT. Taking a tour is a perfect idea for beginner museumgoers,
GENDERAL ADMISSION: Age 25 and under free SENIORS: $5 STUDENTS 26 AND OVER (W/ ID): $5
since understanding how and why art pieces are created is the key to appreciating art. And, besides, even if you’re not all that into a recently opened exhibition, live music from local performers and a cocktail (or two) should turn your night into a quality one. If you got past the beginner stage a long time ago and have already lost track of all the museums you’ve been to, then MCASD has something for you, too. Sure, everyone knows the Museum of Contemporary Art encourages young people like us to support both local and world-famous artists. But what many people don’t know is that it also promotes the creation and exhibition of our own art. If you always had that artistic potential and feel like San Diego is your inspiration, you’re in
luck because this year MCASD organized a “25-and-Under Art Contest” dedicated to the theme “Our City, Our Time.” To participate in the contest, all you need to do is take up to two photos of your San Diego-inspired work and submit them together with the online registration form on MCASD’s website. Applications are accepted until May 8 at 11:59 p.m., so hurry up if you want the world to see your work, as well as a chance to win a $500 gift certificate to Blick Art Materials, a year-long MCASD X Membership and a curator-led tour of the exhibition. If you are a professional museum fan, you might even want to upgrade yourself to a MCASD internship. While the deadline for summer internship applications has already passed, it
is worth applying for the fall-winter internship term. Positions are open in a variety of departments: communications, grant writing, education, retail, curatorial and more. By working on individual projects, MCASD interns are given an opportunity to gain broader professional experience, get academic credit and find something new that might push them into pursuing a career related to either the museum industry or visual arts in general. This makes MCASD internships a great way to start your professional path.
— olga golubkova
Senior staff writer
WEEKEND
13
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
PHOTO USED WITH PERMISSION FROM A24 FILMS
FILM REVIEW
cloud sils of maria Assayas’ American debut is a beautiful portrayal of the clash and consolidation of today’s youth and adults. Directed by Olivier Assayas Starring Kristen Stewart, Juliette Binoche, Chloe Grace Moretz Rated R Release Date April 10
M
any recent films have attempted to depict our generation’s rise and conquest. But of all of these, even Noah Bambauch’s critically acclaimed “While We’re Young,” have failed due to a lack of understanding and, hence, an oversimplification of what today’s youth stand and care for. “Clouds of Sils Maria” does so not only successfully but with such accuracy and love that you would barely believe that anyone past their 20s wrote and directed it, let
alone a 60-year-old French dude. The film follows Maria Enders, played by Oscar-winner Juliette Binoche, an aging (but not really) actress who is still among the best but has trouble adjusting to the onslaught of young talent flooding the evolved industry. Binoche is unbelievably magnetic in this role, seamlessly expressing high forms of grief, joy, frustration and insecurity. Maria had her first big break when she was 18 in a famous play titled “Maloja Snake,” starring as a young
woman who drives her much-older boss and lover to suicide. Twenty years later, a young and beloved director asks her to star in his adaptation of “Maloja Snake,” except this time as the older character, whom she admires infinitely less than the younger character who made her famous. Maria reluctantly, and later regretfully, accepts. She rehearses her scenes with her youthful personal assistant and close friend, Val, played convincingly by Kristen Stewart. Stewart possesses incredible chemistry with Binoche, and their characters’ relationship serves as a beacon of intimacy and honesty for Maria amidst what she perceives to be an increasingly distant and dishonest world. The two share most of the film’s best scenes, including a hilarious one in which Val attempts to convince Maria of the integrity of superhero movies (in a way that one only wish they could),
and Maria fails to hold back her bursts of laughter. The film contains many scenes like this that project the truth of their generational gap while also bridging it in beautifully perverse ways. On the other side of the camera, director Olivier Assayas (“Something in the Air”) fades his scenes to black, re-creating the atmosphere of a curtain dropping down at the end of an act in a play. In many ways, Assayas blends the classical with the modern, both technically and tonally, mirroring the film’s blurring of the boundary between today’s youth and adults. The film’s only glaring flaw is the writing of Chloe Grace Moretz’s character, Jo-Ann, the young and admired actress hired to star opposite of Maria in her old part. Jo-Ann is meant to serve as the antithesis to Maria’s classical, unhip approach to both acting and life but ends up a few inches short of being a
caricature of modern-day, train-wreck celebrities. Fortunately, Moretz holds the character together with a nice mix of poise and self-destructiveness. Despite this, “Clouds of Sils Maria” floats high above most other films in the growing sub-genre of films that seek to paint portraits of the middle-aged and underaged generations. These often fail because they merely present the differences in usually overt and shallow ways that end up nearly mocking today’s youth. Why it excels is that it critiques us — through the lens of Maria, who ultimately ends up somewhere in-between — while also validating us and revealing our integrity. We thank this film for such a daring accomplishment.
— Jacky to
Senior staff writer
14
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
CLASSIFIEDS
CLASSIFIEDSSUDOKU your vision, our mission.
Level: 1 2 3 4
Level: 1 2 3 4
Level: 1 2 3 4
Level: 1 2 3 4
Create custom apparel to promote your student organization with Triton Outfitter's Made TO Order program!
madetoorder@ucsd.edu
graphic artists wanted
Level: 1 2 3 4
Level: 1 2 3 4
Level: Level: 1 2 3 4 1 2 1 2 3 4 3 Level: 4
or er
Level: 1 2 3 4
36’ Mariner Sloop 1980 - $49900. The Mariner 36 has a reputation for being well constructed and a good sailing vessel. She
2012 Fiat 500 Sport 2D Hatchback $13995. 7 Speakers, AM/FM Radio, CD player, MP3 decoder, Radio data system, Air Conditioning, Rear window defroster, Power steering, Power windows, Remote keyless entry, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Traction control, 4-Wheel
www.ucsdguardian.org/classifieds
Level: 1 2 3 4
Ocean Yachts 46 Super Sport - $69999. This much-sought-after 32’ Cummins diesel powered Super Sport will not last long. She is in very excellent condition and priced right. Listing ID: 143651509 at ucsdguardian.org/classifieds for more information
2011 Nissan XTERRA X 4D Sport Utility$16995. AM/FM CD Player w/6 Speakers, Air Conditioning, Rear window defroster, Power steering, Power windows, Remote keyless entry, Speed-sensing steering, Traction control, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, ABS brakes, Anti-whiplash front head restraints, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Front anti-roll. Listing ID: 143641534 at ucsdguardian.org/classifieds for more information
made t
Level: 1 2 3 4
BOATS
1984 Bitter SC - $3900. 1984 bitter sportcoupe. Only 488. Made in Germany. Must sell. Hand stitched leather interior. Needs clear coat, minor body work and tune up. Listing ID: 143643977 at ucsdguardian.org/ classifieds for more information
www.ucsdguardian.org/advertising
Level: 1 2 3 4
Beach Bike - $120. 26 in Beach Cruiser. Clean. Great. Coaster brake. Price is firm. Listing ID: 142999582 at ucsdguardian.org/ classifieds for more information
AUTO
VISIT
Complete the grid so each row, column and 3-by-3 box (in bold borders) contains every digit, 1 to 9. For strategies on how to solve Sudoku, visit www.sudoku.org.uk
20’ Aluminum Willie Boat - $25000. This boat is the ultimate workhorse; designed for hauling, pushing and/or towing. Perfect for jobs around the docks and with its extra wide frame, it’s also an ideal netting and fishing boat. Listing ID: 143651506 at ucsdguardian.org/classifieds for more information
Level: 1 2 3 4
59cm Tommasini Road Bike - $600. Made in Italy with Columbus tubing. Has the original Tommasini frame, fork and Tommasini stamped Cinelli stem. It is a fourteen speed and has campagnolo cranks, headset, shifters and front derailleur. The bike is used and does have some paint chips. This would be a terrific rider or you could restore it. Nice vintage Italian bike and would be great for around town, the beach, school or anywhere else. Listing ID: 142999584 at ucsdguardian.org/classifieds for more information
Disc Brakes, ABS brakes, Anti-whiplash front head restraints, Dual front im. Listing ID: 143635040 at ucsdguardian.org/classifieds for more information
Level: 1 2 3 4
Fuji D6 1.0 All Carbon Dura Ace Di2 TT Tri bike - $5500. Super light and reliable top of the line components priced at midgrade new prices. Dura Ace Di2 electronic push-button shifting. Never dropped, never crashed, and kept indoors. A proven frame you can trust and know you are actually buying speed. Nice wheels. Matty Reed Signature Edition (signed on the seat tube). Listing ID: 142999587 at ucsdguardian.org/ classifieds for more information
has a fiberglass hull construction with very attractive lines, an excellent displacement and a comfortable interior. This beauty will make an excellent sailing vessel around the bay, to Catalina and Mexico, and a great live aboard or condo on the water as well. Listing ID: 143651508 at ucsdguardian.org/ classifieds for more information
Level: 1 2 3 4
BIKES
$
Guardian Classifieds are FREE for the UC San Diego community.
Apply to asgraphicstudio@ucsd.edu *include resume & design samples/ portfolio
asgraphicstudio .com/
ucsdguardian
SPORTS
15
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
CREW
Men and Women Find Grand Final Success Triton rowers get several top-three finishes in a performance for the ages.
by Liam Leahy Staff Writer // Photos courtesy of UCSD Athletics
B
oth the women and men’s teams representing the junior varsity eight crew boats were extremely successful in this past weekend’s Western Intercollegiate Rowing Association Championships held at Lake Natoma, California. The men’s team won its grand final, while the women’s team was the runner-up in its final race, leading a strong UCSD performance overall. Elsewhere, the men’s varsity eight and novice eight put out respectable performances as the men’s teams both took sixth place, while the women’s teams managed two third-place finishes in the varsity eight and varsity four, respectively. It was a very impressive match for the women’s teams as they placed highly among their competitors after qualifying three boats for the grand final on Saturday. In the varsity eight, the contingent of senior coxswain Catherine Sheffler, senior Kelly Peterson, fresh-
man Jessica Levesque, freshman Catherine Mosher, junior Nicole Hammonds, sophomore Amber Harris, sophomore Jordan Levy, freshman Olivia Koyama and junior Madison Kohlenberger pushed hard to take an impressive third place with a time of 7 minutes and 11.10 seconds. They were narrowly edged out by a strong UC Santa Barbara unit who managed a 7:05.4 time and second-place Humboldt State. The varsity four crew consisting of freshman Tori Wong, sophomore Jennifer Dutton, sophomore Lauren Iannetta, senior Kimberly McCune and senior Claire Duesdieker also took home third place with a time of 8:03.5, only bested by Western Washington University in first place and Humboldt State again in second. It was the JV eight, however, who stole the show. The crew of coxswain freshman Juliana Burns, junior Shruti Kamath, freshman Janell Ingersoll, senior Emma Pur-
LOST -REWARD-
cell, senior Natalia Royal, sophomore Carolyn Montellato, senior Christina Nilles, senior Nicole Arkosy and freshman Juliane Smith finished in second place with a time of 7:35.8, barely beaten by UCSB, which finished with a time of 7:34.7. “This was one of the best team performances we’ve had since Coach Dale and I started coaching the program,” UCSD Head Coach Colin Truex told the UCSD Athletics Department. “It was an awesome performance by all boats in the most important race of the season to date.” The men’s side qualified four boats for the grand final on Sunday, with both the varsity and novice eight boats finishing in sixth place in their grand finals. In the varsity eight, the team of senior coxswain Sean Dougherty, junior Scott Kennedy, sophomore Matt Thalken, freshman Kevin Chang, junior Anton Hedayat, junior Daniel Mahan, freshman Gabriel Lane, sophomore
Lioness baby sun god with tan fur. Answers to the name of “Jordan”. Weighs approx. 2oz. - 4 years old. Loves music and helping others. Last seen in Price Center East.
Andy Marshall and sophomore CD Dowling placed sixth with a time of 6:29.5, while UC Irvine won the race with a time of 6:12.5. The novice eight, featuring freshman coxswain Lily Ouyang, freshmen Chaz Woxland, William Liu, Tucker Cecil, Elijah Danielson, Michael Landheer, Tyler Bailey, Anthony Chivetta and Jorge Arteaga also took sixth place with a time of 6:42.2, with Santa Clara University winning with a time of 6:17.2. The best result of the meet came from the men’s JV eight who took first place with a time of 6:18.8. The team consisting of sophomore coxswain Drake Lem, freshman Sean Callaghan, sophomore Alec Petty, freshman Jackson Lytle, freshman Bryan Brennan, freshman Frank Chang, freshman Sam MerrillPalethorpe, freshman Hank Wong and sophomore Jon Baker powered through to get the win. In the same race, the men’s JV eight “B” boat, or “3V,” of freshman coxswain Isa
Batki, sophomore Carson West, sophomore Ian Skelton, sophomore Eric Simmons, sophomore Skylar Waidhofer, junior Robert Faris, sophomore Blake Branine, freshman Nick Baltar and sophomore Tynan Rodger placed fourth with a time of 6:36.2. “Our JV and 3V showed our depth as a program, winning and taking fourth in the same grand final,” UCSD Head Coach Zach Johnson said. “We were able to get all boats to the finals … I’m really proud of our team.” The women are back in action on May 8 as they travel to Philadelphia for the Dad Vail Championships. The men return to competition on May 16 as they travel to Rancho Corvado, California for the Western Sprint Championships. CONTACT Liam Leahy
lleahy@ucsd.edu
A.S. Safe Rides
Registration for SPRING Qtr is NOW open!
Register online at as.ucsd.edu/saferides A.S. Safe Rides allows registered undergraduate students to get 3 FREE rides per quarter. Students must register at least 24 hours prior to their first ride.
MORE INFO FOUND AT sgf.ucsd.edu/sgfbabies follow
@ucsdasce @asgraphicstudio @tritonoutfitter #sgfbabies
to find an instant winner!
asucsd
asucsd
16
T H E U C S D G U A R D I A N | T H U R S D A Y, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 5 | W W W . U C S D G U A R D I A N . O R G
SPORTS
Track and Field 4/30 Baseball 4/30 Track and Field 5/1 Baseball 5/1 Women’s Water Polo 5/2
CONTACT THE EDITOR
MARCUS THUILLIER sports@ucsdguardian.org
follow us @UCSD_sports
AT CCAA Championships AT Cal State Los Angeles AT CCAA Championships AT Cal State Los Angeles VS Whittier College
WOMEN'S WATER POLO
Staying on Top of the WWPA BY GURKIRAT SINGH SENIOR STAFF WRITER PHOTO BY ALWIN SZETO
Led by senior Jolene Guiliana, UCSD dominates the competition at WWPA Championships.
A
fter losing the final game of its regular season, the UCSD women’s water polo team returned to its winning ways as the Tritons went on to secure the Western Water Polo Association Championship title, defeating Cal State Monterey Bay on Saturday and Cal State East Bay on Sunday at SPIRE Institute. This is the third consecutive WWPA title for UCSD, as well as the fourth total in the past five years. The No. 1 seed UCSD squad took down the No. 3 seed Cal State Monterey Bay 12–8 in the semifinals and went on to defeat the No. 4 seed Cal State East Bay 10–8 in a rematch of last year’s championship game. On Saturday, the Tritons started out the match against the Otters in a confident manner, ending the first quarter with a score of 3–0 in their favor. Attackers senior Jolene Guiliana, sophomore Lani Tittle and sophomore center Lauren Boyer all contributed to the scoreboard in the first quarter while junior goalie Courtney Miller shut out the Otters. The Tritons were able to carry this confidence forward as they ended the first half with a score of 4–3. In the second half of the game, the Tritons were able to pull away in the third quarter when Boyer completed her hat trick. Although the Otters attempted to mount a comeback in the game, the Tritons successfully maintained their lead, with another completed hat trick by Guiliana. The Tritons finished with a comfortable lead and kept Cal State Monterey Bay in check in the final two minutes of the game that ended at 12–8 in favor of the Tritons. While their stellar offense led them to victory, the Tritons were also able to put on a defensive show as Miller was able to make six saves in the course of the game. Boyer went on to draw four of the Triton’s five penalty shots, setting a new personal career high. Guiliana also contributed a career-high seven steals while also dishing out three assists to top that. “The key to today was our inside game,” head coach Brad Kreutzkamp told the UCSD Athletics Department. “We were able to get the ball in at two meters, draw ejections, get penalty shots and convert them. Boyer and Guiliana were outstanding today. … They both answered the call when we needed it.” On Sunday, the Tritons went head-to-head with last year’s rivals, the East Bay Pioneers, for not only the WWPA Championship title but also an automatic conference bid into the NCAA Women’s Water Polo Championship. Boyer started off the match with an early point, but the Pioneers retaliated with two back-to-back points, giving them an early 2–1 lead. This, however, would be the only lead for the Pioneers in the game. Junior attacker Laurel Kistler evened the score shortly after, and she was followed by a goal from Guiliana to end the first quarter, putting the blue and gold back on top at 3–2. Guiliana started off the second quarter in similar fashion and scored her second goal
of the game in the early minutes of the quarter. Tittle followed her teammate’s lead and scored her own first goal of the game. The Pioneers finally responded with a goal toward the end of the first half from junior two-meter player Taylor Cross when she managed to complete a hat trick in the first half. Despite Cross’ feat, the Tritons still led with 5–3 at the end of the half. “I think the turning point came when we got a couple of quick, solid counterattack goals to start the third quarter,” Guiliana told the UCSD Athletics Department. “Courtney [Miller] threw some great passes, and we were able to convert.” The Tritons broke away in the third quarter as they outscored the Pioneers in this single quarter by 5–1. Guiliana made the first goal of the third quarter which also led her to complete her hat trick at this point. Junior attacker Julia Kirkland also stepped up and was able to score her first goal not long after that. The third quarter was a shining moment for Tittle: She scored two goals to complete her hat trick before the Pioneers were able to squeeze in their only point of the quarter. Not to be outdone, Tittle scored again in the final minute of the third quarter — her third goal of the quarter and fourth of the match — giving the Tritons a comfortable 10–4 advantage. The Tritons’ offense was kept in check in the fourth quarter as they ended up going scoreless while Cal State East Bay managed to score four goals. The Pioneers were getting ready to rally back into the game, but the Tritons stayed steadfast and were able to hold out and win the game with a final score of 10–8. Miller ended the day with seven saves for UCSD. This win marked the third consecutive WWPA title for UCSD, making it the secondlongest streak in WWPA history, behind the five-straight crowns held by Loyola Marymount University from the 2001–05 seasons. Guiliana, Boyer, and Miller were all awarded first-team rank selections, while Tittle was elected to the second team. On top of that induction, Miller was also recently announced as the WWPA Player of the Year. Guiliana was also further honored by being named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament and WWPA Player of the Week. “Winning conference is a good accomplishment because we get the chance to extend our season and play into the NCAA tournament,” Miller said. “This year definitely felt different than two years ago because the teams in our conference have changed significantly, and back then, we were viewed as underdogs. I think this season was a lot more successful than we showed on paper. We’ve had a lot of close games against good opponents. … I think we are setting ourselves up to be an even better team in the future.” The Tritons will next host an NCAA Championship play-in game against Whittier College on Saturday, May 2. If successful, they will then look for success in the upcoming NCAA championship at Stanford University that will take place on Friday, May 8, until Sunday, May 10.
Readers can contact GURKIRAT SINGH at GSINGH@UCSD.EDU
COLUMN: THIS WEEK IN SPORTS
Money Mayweather Will Finally Fight Against Manny Pacquiao It’s the fight of the century, and it’s more than just boxing: a fight between good and evil will take place in Las Vegas on Saturday, May 2. By Jordan utley-thomson
STAFF writer This Saturday, an unmovable object will meet an unstoppable force. There has been no bigger fight since Ali-Frazier III in 1975. Floyd Mayweather, Jr. vs. Manny Pacquiao — the fight of our generation — no, the fight of the century. Buckle your seat belts because there are no breaks on the hype train. But it should be bigger than this. Forget fight of the century — six years ago, this would have been fight of the millennium, easily. The fact that Mayweather-Pacquiao took this long shows everything that is wrong with boxing today. Since the talks began, both men have entered their late 30s. Pacquiao has suffered two painful losses. The dude also became a congressman in the Phil-
ippines, so you know his head isn't solely in the game. As for Mayweather, he's still undefeated. He's still the greatest defensive fighter in boxing's history. And he's still a dick. But he's not the Mayweather that dethroned Oscar De La Hoya last decade. Despite this, I and many other people are going to drop the insane amount of $100 for this pay-perview. Like seriously, Mayweather vs. Pacquiao — take my money now. After several years of waiting, you no longer entirely care about who actually wins; the only thing that matters is that this is finally happening. And Vegas is going to get rocked: This might be the single largest economic event since the city's inception. It's estimated that over $3 million are going to purchase this
event. If the fight goes 12 rounds, Mayweather will likely earn $5 million per minute. The sponsors will be paying $13.5 million, and Bob Arum confirmed a live gate of $72 million. A lot of very rich people are about to get even richer. We'll be paying them. Such is life. But you can't pass up the chance of possibly seeing Mayweather get it. I've got my money on “Money,” but I'd be more than happy to lose that bet. He’s a screwed up man, plain and simple. Just look at his history with domestic violence. When ESPN pressed him on his abusive past, he ducked that question the same way he's been ducking Pacquiao for years. “When it's all said and done, only God can judge. But I don't want people to miss this fight … May 2. Be there.”
Personally, I can't wait for the day God judges him, but I'd be more than happy to see Pacquiao do so first. Besides, nobody who's had both Triple H and Justin Bieber in their corner deserves to win. Now there's an Axis of Evil if there ever was one. This fight is not just a fight: it's a freaking morality play. Manny is the people's champion. He couldn't have said it any better: “It's time for Floyd to lose.” If he wins, it's not just Pacman's loss — it's ours. I don't mean this in just a moral sense: A Mayweather victory will be boring as sin. A good example of this was his fight with Shane Mosley. That was five years ago, and yet I vividly remember the first two rounds. Mayweather started off weak in round one, and then in the second, Mosley rocked him
with a series of rights. Money had practically been sent to his knees. For the first time in a long time, it looked like the streak would break. The crowd on TV went wild with Mosley chants. At the party I was at, everyone went insane. Some girl shouted over their drunken hysteria: “Get him, Shane! Get him!” They were like sharks who smelled blood in the water. And then from there, it was business as usual. Mosley gassed, allowing Mayweather to slowly chip away for points. Ten forgettable rounds later, guess who won by an unremarkable, unanimous decision? God bless you, Manny Pacquiao. The odds are stacked against you, but win or lose, you'll always be the better man.
readers can contact Jordan Utley-Thomson jutleyth@ucsd.edu