March 13, 2012 - College of Idaho

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In this Issue:
Sports:
Wet Dogs Wash
Records
Feature 25
Review:
Video Game
Review
Feature:
What is the
RHA?
THE CAMPUS NEWSPAPER OF THE COLLEGE OF IDAHO
13 MARCH - ISSUE 9
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5 The New collegeofidaho.edu
by NICK STOUT
9 News Blurb
by LORRAINE BARRERAS
16 Wet Dogs Wash Away
Records
by LACEY KNIEP
16 Track Update
by JASON HUNT
17 CCC Champs, FourPlay
by TYLER THURSTON
6 History Department Sweeps the
Oscars
by LAURA BEYER
8 Extending Our Mission
by PRESIDENT MARVIN
HENBERG
14 All We Want to Do Is…
by SOPHIE DRESSER
14 FCK That
by MAXX MINICK
15 Controversy is ‘Classy’
by AMANDA FRICKLE
17 Know Thy Self
by ALBERTO SOTO
21 Hammered!
by ANDREW HEIKKILA
28 Benching with Berger
by DR. HOWARD BERGER
THE COYOTE
10 Treefort Music Fest
REVIEWS
A&E
NEWS
FEATURE
by DANIELLE BLENKER
4 Letter From the Desk of
President Frickle
by AMANDA FRICKLE
4 Kristyn Neville
by DANIELLE BLENKER
5 Keep CofI Green; Do Your Part
by SAWYER CUMMINS
7 Shelter Sanctity
by ANDREW MOORE
7 Bitches Be Crazy
by JESSIE DAVIS
18 By the Numbers
by SIMON LYNES
19 Texts from Last Night
23 What it Means to “Rush’
by ASHLEY BREWER
24 The Scholarship Gala
by NASHFA HAWWA
25 What is the RHA?
by SIMON LYNES
27-28 Events Calendar
by MEGAN MIZUTA & EMMA
GEORGE
by ALY HALL
13 Featured Artist
by JESSIE DAVIS
24 Fairly Reliable Horoscopes for
the Modern Yotie
by MEGAN MIZUTA
26 Coyote Tales: Comic
by LORRAINE BARRAS
OPINION
6 Pic of the Issue
3 Letter From the Editor
SPORTS
Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
by RICARDO OSUNA
10 Date Night?
by DANIELLE BLENKER
11 Honey, Let Me Sing You A
Song
by TYLER THURSTON
12 Reflections on the Spelling Bee
by CAMILLE FLOURNOY
12 Won’t You Walk off the Earth
Too?
by AMY WEAKLAND
18 Restaurant Review
by KATY STEWART
19 Nintendo 3DS Review Center
by NICK STOUT
20 Movie Review
by CASEY MATTOON
22 Fashionably Forward
by SARAH SILVA
EDITOR’S NOTE
It is a known fact that all across the
country, schools are suffering. Budget
cuts and rising costs have stretched public
schools’ budgets thin like rubber bands,
and now, under extraordinary pressure,
they are about to snap. On March 13
from 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., voters will
make the decision to either pass or deny
a supplemental levy, which, if NOT
passed in each voting county (including
Canyon County, Ada County, Bonneville
County, among others), would mean that
hundreds of teachers across the state
would lose their jobs, as would support
staff such as councilors, aids, secretaries,
duties, etc. Class sizes would increase,
classroom textbooks would not be able
to be replaced, and programs like sports,
music, art, AP, and AVID would no longer
be free—even to kids that depend on
those programs to help them eventually
get the scholarships they will depend on
for college.
I know that right now we are able to
enjoy the benefits of private schooling,
but most of us went through the public
school system, and while I’m sure there
were parts of it all of us could have done
without, I ask you to please think about
where you would be now if it hadn’t of
been for those teachers (in academics,
music, sports, and art) in your lives.
For me, it was my fifth grade teacher
right here in Caldwell, Idaho, that had the
greatest impact on me. For three years
I went to school at Lincoln Elementary
(the closest Elementary school to C of
I), and Mrs. Knutsen was my teacher. I
have never had a teacher so creative and
so able to connect with her students as
Mrs. Knutson. She always picked the best
books (to this day, four of my top five
favorite books were ones we read in her
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Danielle Blenker
HEAD LAYOUT
EDITORS
Skylar Barsanti & Lorraine
Barreras
PAYROLL MANAGER
Jason Hunt
COPY EDITORS
Megan Mizuta & Jason Hunt
TODAY (literally Today) You Have
the Chance to Make a Difference
Today I am making a plea for public education.
Today you can Vote— let me tell you why I think you should.
class—The Giver and Walk Two Moons
for example); she helped us to remember
how to distinguish the denominator from
the numerator with a fraction rap (when
I see a fraction, even now, I still sing it in
my head); she helped us memorize the
Preamble to the Constitution, and “The
Great Colossus” (still know ‘em); she let us
journal, and through our writing, we could
tell her anything—thereby bridging the
discomfort of having to say our problems
out-loud; she taught us a song to learn
the presidents in order (“Eisenhower,
Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon said, ‘I’m
through!’”); she taught us “magic” tricks
using math and playing cards, she took
us out to the field for an all-day outdoor
lesson on immigration; and she even had
a hedgehog. Mrs. Knutson helped me to
flourish into the person I am today—a
person with a love of books and history.
She was the epitome of what a teacher
should be. She made every day interesting,
and I don’t recall ever walking out of
her classroom thinking I hadn’t learned
something that day. It may not have been
a private school education, but not for one
day did I ever feel slighted.
My mom is a fifth and sixth grade
Gifted and Talented teacher in Boise. In
the past, she has also taught fourth, fifth,
and sixth at one time, and has even taught
here in Caldwell as a fourth grade teacher.
Some students who go here were in her
class. My mom has always gone above
and beyond when it comes to teaching
her students. I cannot tell you how many
DISTRIBUTION MANAGER CONTRIBUTORS
Jessie Davis
PUBLICITY MANAGER
Andrew Hiekkila
COVER
Jessie Davis
FACULTY ADVISOR
Alan Minskoff
LAYOUT
Skylar Barsanti, Lorraine Barreras, Kare
Tonning, Lacey Kniep
times I’ve come downstairs at home to
find her at the breakfast table, surrounded
by papers and books, her laptop open, as
she gestures to me excitedly (too excitedly
on some mornings when I’m not yet fully
awake) and starts chatting away about how
she’s had this new idea of how to teach
something, and how it’s not necessarily
in the curriculum but it’s still really cool
and she wants to teach it anyway. See,
my mom is one of those public school
teachers who teaches to the rules, but
somehow also finds time to teach other
subjects of importance. She finds ways to
make math and science lessons applicable
to her students. In fact, just a couple of
weeks ago, she got back from taking her
class up to McCall for a week of school
in the mountains. There, they learned
all about snow and nature, and used the
surrounding information and environment
to influence their usual classroom lessons.
They went snowshoeing and learned how
to build snow structures, and all of their
science had to do with what they were
being immersed in.
There are so many teachers of my past
who have made a difference in my life: Mr.
Bevis from my junior year of high school,
making us AP English students write three
full five paragraph essays in under an
hour and a half; Mrs. Taylor from Hillside
Jr. High, who taught history so well, it
felt like it had just happened the day
before; Mr. Nalder who encouraged me, a
non-science student, so get creative with
science and therefore actually enjoy it; Mrs.
Amanda Frickle, Danielle Blenker, Megan
Mizuta, Sawyer Cummins, Aly HAll,
Andrew Moore, Jessie Davis, President
Marvin Henberg, Araceli Arreola, Lorraine
Barreras, Ashley Brewer, Simon Lynes,
Nashfa Hawwa, Emma George, Jessie
Davis, Sophie Dresser, Maxx Minick,
Alberto Soto, Andrew Heikkila, Sarah
Silva, Dr. Howard Berger, Nick Stout,
Casey Mattoon, Lacey Kneip, Jason Hunt,
Tyler Thurston
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Gary who cast me as Earth in the third
grade Star Night skit, and taught us all the
planets in order, as well as every beautiful
fact I know about space.
Like most, I’ve had a least favorite
teacher, and teachers who have regrettably
neglected my mind when making up their
lesson plans. These aren’t the first teachers
who come to mind, though, when I think
of my education. And these aren’t the
teachers I’ll be thinking of when I cast my
vote today, and vote yes to a levy, which,
for $7.00 more a month for taxpayers, will
save public school education.
So please, take the time to vote.
Stand up for those who have built the
stepping stones which have gotten you
here. Remember that while our college
professors can teach us how to line up
genes and proteins, our kindergarten
teachers taught us how to stand in line
and keep our hands to ourselves. While
our professors here work to teach us to
respect other cultures and our past, an
elementary school councilor taught us to
respect differences, while also teaching
us to respect ourselves. while some of us
may be doing differential equations and
elliptical integrals now, remember that at
one time, we all had a teachers who taught
us how to multiply our two times tables.
Remember that while now, we can analyze
the Odyssey, at one time, we had teachers
who helped us as readers by showing
us how to read with a bookmark under
the words. I wish I could write words as
inspiring as Taylor Mali’s, but I can’t. If
you’d like some more convincing though,
listen to his slam poem, “What Teachers
Make,” for a little extra inspiration. And
then, after you do that, go out and VOTE.
Danielle Blenker
Editor in Chief
The Coyote
The College of Idaho
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Caldwell, ID 83605
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FEATURE/FROM THE DESK OF PRESIDENT FRICKLE
Personal Integrity
Triumphs
by AMANDA FRICKLE
As a small liberal arts college, C of I
has a unique opportunity to create and
sustain a campus culture built entirely
upon personal responsibility and integrity.
While some may see the Honor Code as
an outmoded or even naïve endeavor,
this pledge in all actuality makes Yoties
who they are. With the institutional trust
inherent within having an Honor Code,
comes an enormous responsibility for each
individual to ensure that our collective
college experience is one of mutual
benefit.
While the Honor Code remains a
rather abstract concept, it has real-world
implications, particularly regarding
academic pursuits at the college. Although
there are certainly variations in the
implementation of this pledge, it stands
unquestioned that students, on average,
are afforded a great deal of freedom by
their professors in the classroom. The
most striking example of this that I have
experienced is the notation that Professor
Dayley includes on the beginning of his
exams. Rather than presiding over the
classroom and staring down students
with a glaze laced with scrutiny, Professor
Dayley instead writes up a description of
expectations in which he acknowledges
that while lack of exam proctors allows
for cheating, if one chooses to engage
in such behavior it can only be to his/
her detriment. In my opinion, Professor
Dayley’s approach is one of the best at
identifying the core values under which the
Honor Code operates.
That being said, in the four years I
have been in Caldwell, I have heard about
our own students participating in acts of
cheating, lying, theft, vandalism, and even
violence. While the Honor Code is most
often cited in relation to cases of academic
dishonesty, the pledge extends outside
the classroom, and instead serves as a
community standard. It is disheartening to
know that, even with all the trust that has
been placed on students, these unfortunate
acts still occur. However, as Alberto Soto
has pointed out in his most recent study
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Kristyn Neville: First to
Receive the Student Affairs
Integrity, Leadership, and
Service Award
by DANIELLE BLENKER
of academic dishonesty at C of I, that
does not mean that the Honor Code itself
is a flawed approach to upholding integrity
on college campuses.
I will admit that in the relatively few
cases that I have witnessed, rarely did I
ever speak up and call attention to the
incident. It’s hard to speak out against
your classmates when you know everyone.
It can be intimidating to confront such
issues because no one likes to be the one
standing out alone. However, the Honor
Code will never work unless students
embrace its message and hold their peers
accountable. This initiative alone will
sustain the underlying foundation of
student interactions and expectations of
integrity.
As such, maybe the resolution to
this dilemma would be to encourage
more discussion concerning the Honor
Code and the role it should play on our
campus. While signing a pledge during
the beginning portion of one’s freshman
year should symbolize the direction that
a student will take the next few years,
rarely is the pledge revisited unless an
unfortunate predicament has occurred.
In a small community such as ours, where
judicial discretion concerning such cases is
exercised solely by students, we have every
potential to make the Honor Code work.
What is sorely needed is more dialogue
concerning what the Honor Code means,
and how it should function at C of I.
Kristyn Neville, first ever recipient of
the College of Idaho’s Student Affairs
Integrity, Leadership, and Service Award,
is one hell of a student. A work-study
staff member with Campus Safety for the
past two years, as well as a volunteer with
the C of I food bank and C of I Athletics
(you might often see her at the scorer table
during volleyball games), Kristyn is a very
busy senior. She hopes to someday take on
a career in Law Enforcement, and Allan
Laird says she is “a living example of the
traits recognized by the ILS award.”
For those of you wondering what the
Integrity, Leadership, and Service Award is
all about, it is given by the Student Affairs
Division once a month. Students who are
recipients of this award are recognized
particularly for contributing to the
college’s culture.
When asked more specifically why Allan
thought Kristyn deserved this award, he
said,
“I have watched Kristyn over the past
four years while she has been a member of
our community. She was the first person
who came to mind as we were reviewing
the criteria. Her volunteer service is
obvious. If anyone asks, she is there. She
appears to have the respect of her peers,
and she respects and appreciates them
in return. She has good organizational
skills, and is open to continuing education
to make her abilities work with others’
better. Kristyn's integrity has been tested
many times since she has worked for our
department, and I have observed her
doing the right thing at the right time for
the right reason, when it would have been
a lot easier or more popular to have done
things differently.”
It is obvious that Kristyn is a great
asset to this campus, and she is to be
congratulated. Thank you Kristyn for
embodying what this award stands for,
and for going above and beyond what is
expected of you.
FEATURE/NEWS
Keep C of I Green; Do
Your Part
by SAWYER CUMMINS
We all know there are big green bins
outside of every dorm. No, guys, those
aren’t just second trash bins that the
garbage company decided to paint a
different color. They are the school’s
largest representation of sustainability:
recycling bins. Whether C of I’s recycling
program is up to par or not, it’s still up to
you, as a student, to take care of the planet
that you live on, and the first and simplest
thing you can do is recycle. Put a small
bin next to the trashcan in your room to
fill with cans, plastic bottles, and scratch
paper. And then when you take your trash
to the blue bins outside, take the recycling
to the green one. It’s easy and will make a
pretty large impact.
You know the coffee cup lids that
everyone gets from the caf for their
various hot drinks? And you also know
the cardboard hand protectors that we put
on them to keep our hands safe? Those
are 100% recyclable, and so are the lids.
When you’re done with your drink, rip the
hand protector and the lid off and throw
those into the recycle bin; there’s one
in the lobby of every single building on
campus. It may add some inconvenience
to you, as you know, your hands might be
full and stuff, but if every java jacket and
coffee lid was recycled on this campus,
we’d probably have enough to fill Simplot
Stadium within a few months.
One thing that most of you won’t think
of is your cell phone charger. Those little
guys are power suckers. It’s estimated that
only 5% of the power drawn by cell phone
chargers is actually used to charge phones.
The other 95% is wasted when you leave
it plugged into the wall, but not into your
phone. Chargers account for 6% of all
power usage in the United States alone,
and unplugging it when you’re not using
it is the most effective way to bring those
numbers down. To make things easier, buy
a power strip; they’re like four dollars at
The New collegeofidaho.edu
by NICK STOUT
On January 30, the College of Idaho
launched its brand new website, and
gone are the yellow screens, side bars,
and list after list of links. I sat down
with Dustin Wunderlich, the head of
the college’s department of marketing
and communications, to talk about the
changes. According to Wunderlich,
the new site is designed to be more
aesthetically pleasing to prospective
students and alumni, be better organized,
and be separate from the direct class and
business sites that existed in the old site.
The old website was being used as both
the public image of the college, and a
work site for students and faculty to access
class information. The combination of
the two made the structure of the old
website very confusing and cluttered. The
new site has been split into the public
collegeofidaho.edu for perspectives and
alumni (as well as event information) and
the colleges new private work-related
intranet.
So how do you create a website for
people who are unfamiliar with our
school? The new home page acts as
a better springboard for the college’s
information, both technical and personal.
The main body of the screen is devoted
to what is being referred to as “hero
stories”– articles about the faculty
members and students that have done
something amazing on campus. Also
new is the content management system.
Essentially the new system will mean that
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Target, and you can just flip the switch and
all of your chargers are off and
not wasting power, and they
are all conveniently in one
place.
Another really simple
thing you can do to
lower your impact is
TURN OFF YOUR
LIGHTS when you
leave the room.
Whether you’re
going to the
bathroom down
the hall or to class, it’s
an absolute waste to
leave the lights on. I
mean, how inconvenient is
it to flip a switch when you
walk in the room?
It may be a hassle to squeeze into
those extra small shower stalls in the dorms,
but it’s your responsibility to conserve water
once you get in there. Federal regulations require
that new showerheads must flow less than 2.5
gallons per minute. The more time you
spend in the shower, the more wasted
water that flows down the drain.
If the College of Idaho wants to be considered green,
we’ve got a lot of work to do.
departments, organizations, and clubs on
campus will be allowed to create their own
specific web pages. These pages can be
edited and used for whatever they need.
Does your club have a major event coming
up? Throw it on your own webpage!
An announcement will go out when the
website is ready for this feature, all you will
have to do is meet with Dustin and register
your easy to edit web page. In addition,
the website will use web addresses like
collegeofidaho.edu/library instead of 80
character URLs that are impossible to
remember. The new site also boasts a new
“bread crumb” system which allows you
to see a list of the links you have clicked
to reach where you are in the site, meaning
you won’t get lost looking through random
pages.
If you are worried about where all of
the important department pages and class
links have gone there is good news. They
are still around in the colleges subordinate
website in the systems intranet, accessible
through the “My College of Idaho” link.
The intranet will act as the technical site
for all of the college’s students, faculty,
departments, and offices. It keeps all of
the important work related information
that is not relevant to alumni or people
who are considering the college in a
private site that is only accessible with
campus logins. Right now, the intranet uses
the same pages as the old website, stripped
down to only the department pages and
work links. This is only temporary until a
new and improved intranet is launched in
the coming months.
More additions and changes coming
soon, will make our colleges site even
more personal and open to the campus
community, with the promise of individual
pages for organizations and campus
clubs. The new website is designed to be
better organized and be more accessible
to any new visitor, in a way that is both
helpful and aesthetically pleasing, while the
intranet keeps the important professional
data in a private place, accessible to
students and faculty.
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THE COYOTE
OPINION
History Department
Sweeps the Oscars
by LAURA BEYER
Why? In the Oscars edition of
the Coyote, the History Department
overwhelmingly won most of the professor
awards with seven total awards and eight
runner-ups. The two professors with
the most Oscar quality, were Professor
Howard Berger with three awards and four
runner-ups, and Mee-Ae Kim with two
awards and three runner-ups. Obviously, to
me, this means the History Department is
truly the best on campus, but why is this?
Some people have claimed that the
Oscars were rigged, and only history
majors voted, or that only freshmen voted
because all freshmen have to take a West
Civ. history course. Well, I’m a graduating
history major and I did not vote in the
Oscars and had no clue that they were
going on. At the History seminar this
term, the question was raised, how many
voted for the Oscars, and the raised hands
showed maybe half or less, so it certainly
wasn’t us that turn the tide. As for the
other conspiracy theory that only freshmen
voted, freshmen very, very rarely take
classes like Organic Chemistry, Analytical
Physics, History of American Ideas, and
Journalism, and especially not Jewish
History. Not to mention, the student
awards vastly went to upper-classmen like
Junior Jenette Noe, and Seniors Anthony
Parry & Becky Mulberry, all three of which
absolutely and unquestionably deserved
their awards. So although the voting
population of Yotes was probably small, it
seems to have been a decent and accurate
sampling.
Which brings us back to the question
at hand, why did the History Department
sweep the Oscars? Well, to start with,
obviously Professor Berger is the greatest
person to walk across the Quad with,
and due to his staggering number of
awards and nominations, let’s just call
him Adele. As for Mee-Ae Kim, although
very proud and humbled by the awards
she received, the only one she wanted was
“Best Dressed,” which Professor SnyderReinke snagged. Thank you fellow Yotes
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for escalating the drama. It seems the
only award the history professors didn’t
want to receive was “Professor Least
Likely to Give an A” which was won by
Jim Angresano of the POE Department,
although Professor Kim did manage 3rd
place in this category after Professors
Islam and LiCalzi. And so it is the
unwanted award that I shall use as my
spring-board theory for why the History
Department has the best professors on
campus.
Firstly, in most history classes, you have
to work to earn your “A,” but you have
to be an absolute idiot to fail. To me, this
says something about the integrity of the
History Department. They place no ego
or competition in their classes, but set a
consistent bar for their students. I think
this is important to the students, because
they always know what level to jump, but
just because a few students pole-vault over
the bar, doesn’t mean the rest of us with
the weight of overloading credits, must
also double the jump.
The issue that made the History
Department overwhelmingly popular
to the students, was probably in their
ability to engage students from all fields
and backgrounds, and interest them in
something they never would have thought
twice about before meeting that professor.
I know two Math-Physics majors that
absolutely hate history, and asking them
to write a paper is akin to asking them
to pick cotton for the summer. Both of
them had their West Civ. course with
Professor Kim, and to this day, will rave
about how wonderful and cool she is,
while acknowledging the substantial but
fair amount of work for a class that they
should have hated, but found a way to
enjoy. This is something very special
that I have found to be common practice
in the History Department. The act of
making students interested in something
they don’t like is a major triumph in itself,
and probably worth more than all those
Oscars put together.
Take my case for example: I came
to C of I with the intent of being an
English major. After my West Civ. course
with Professor Maughan (who received a
standing ovation after the last lecture– how
many professors can say they’ve had that
experience?!) I immediately changed my
mind as I found history more interesting,
and decided to invest myself in being a
History major. At that point, I was mostly
interested in Asian history, especially
anything centering on Japan, and that’s
what I had planned for my focus to be. My
interest in Asian history was never lost, but
then I met Professor Berger.
All History majors and minors must
take Professor Berger’s “Introduction to
American History” course at some point.
There I was, in the Fall of Sophomore year,
in the front row with mixed feelings. On one
hand, I, like many other students, had shitty
American History shoved down my throat
for the last decade, and was tired of it. On
the other, I had heard all these scary rumors
about how Professor Berger favors the
athletes (baseball team players in particular),
and discriminates against those in “artsy”
majors. Oh, and I had heard about the giant
freaking papers he assigns. As it turned out
none of the rumors were true, and the paper
was the least of my worries in comparison
with the tests.
However, what really made an impact
on me, was how he taught the course.
Lectures from Professor Berger, to me, are
comparable to experiencing a theater
performance. Here is a professor that
is absolutely invested in the real act
of teaching, and who not only is an
amazing entertainer, but brings the
conversation to our generation. What I
mean by “our generation” and not “our
level” is that I believe some professors
are more dedicated to reaching and
teaching us with whatever it takes, even
if they have to go a little outside their
own comfort zones and learn something
too.
So after that course, I changed my
complete schedule for the next couple
of years from Asian Studies to anything
Berger taught, including the “Civil
War” class which, until I took it, I
thought was the most boring period of
history ever. As it turned out, I worked
harder in that class than any other I
had taken until that point, and not only
enjoyed the subject, but became a bit
of an annoyance to my friends with my
enthusiasm.
Finally, I would like to thank the
History Department, for without
them, I never would have found and
embraced my own love of History. And
I would like to thank them on behalf
of all Yotes, for making their courses
something more than “just something I
have to do.”
Pic of the Issue by Aly Hall
FEATURE
Shelter
Sanctity
by ANDREW MOORE
The culture of the Friday night, in
all of its grimy and glorious crevices, is
something a lot of us cultivate here on our
campus. After five days of burning out
our retinas on our laptops, a familiar romp
around the social nexuses of our campus
is something many of us cherish. This is
a rather strange article coming from a guy
who lives in a Fraternity house, but I'm
writing this as a soft reminder to all of
my fellow weekend wanderers about the
boundaries, and yes, the sanctity, of these
shelters that we frequent.
The weekend before I wrote this, I saw
a great many people be wed by our lovely
Rahul Sharma (in the name of all things
unholy and redneck) in the basement
of my house. The night was good. It
was filled with people, laughter, and bad
flannel. But some stupid things happened
as well, and I'm not alluding to the amount
of Metallica that was played in the bunker
that night.
To my chagrin, at some point during
the night, individuals who we believe were
not C of I students, decided that it was a
fair trade for an awesome night to deface
the home we'd welcomed them into. This
translated into a swell idea of using a
sharpie to write the word “fag” on our
Fraternity's crest in the upstairs hallway.
We also found out that the same people
tried to duplicate this thank-you at the
Kappa Sigma house.
I know my house pretty well. I'm not
naïve to think that some things won't get
dirty after a night like Friday. But that's not
a nice word, in any context, and it certainly
does not reflect the mutual respect we've
become accustomed to in the C of I
weekend scene.
As much as these are gathering
places for people to hang out at and
be comfortable in, they're still homes.
People still live there on the day-to-day.
I'm fine with cleaning up all the glassware
that is left standing at the end of the
night, but it's kind of a drag to see one
of my roommates clean an insult off of
a wall. We like having people over, we
like enjoying the company of our fellow
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Yotes, and we present you with a safe
location where we look out for you. The
least you can do is not break our stuff
or write on our walls. It's discouraging
to see this mutual trust spit on, whether
it's committed by a townie or not. We try
to do our part, but your friends are your
responsibility. If your friend disrespects
our house, you are disrespecting our
house.
It shouldn't have to be this way. We're
a small campus where almost everybody
knows everybody. I want to feel like I
can welcome anybody over to my place,
but that responsibility largely falls on the
conduct of the people who walk through
our door.
Bitches Be Crazy:
Top Ten Best Spring Break Destinations
by JESSIE DAVIS
#10. Mexico: This is a more expensive
idea, but awwww yeah! How awesome
would it be to go to a fiesta in Mexico?
The warm weather, the endless drinks
brought to you by adorable cabana boys…
sounds like a great time to me.
#9. Miami: Again, more expensive, but
also super fun! I’ve never been there, but it
looks very sunny and awesome. Maybe it’s
the palm trees. Maybe it’s the sun. Maybe
it’s the super sexy people. Maybe it’s the
beach. Gah, I want to go so badly!
#8. New York City: It’s the city that
never sleeps, so why should you? Here is
the plan: land in New York, drop stuff
off at hotel and go party—party and shop
until you come home. Don’t forget to do
that homework that was assigned to you
over break.
#7. Washington D.C.: This would be
the right destination for history buffs and
the Political Economy majors. If you’re
an artsy student, there is nothing you
won’t love in D.C.—there is a Modern Art
museum!
#6. Las Vegas: Celebrate spring break
Hangover style. There are tons of cool
hotels and activities in Vegas. Always
remember,: what happens in Vegas, stays
in Vegas. Except maybe the photos, thanks
to Facebook.
#5. Disneyland: Let’s all go to the
happiest place on Earth! Seriously, though,
let’s go. We can do homework and get
money later. We might even run into the
C of I alumni that dress up as our favorite
Disney characters!
#4. San Diego: There are so many
cool things to do in San Diego: Shops,
SeaWorld, concerts— anything you could
ever think of! The beach is also a great
idea. Or you could go play golf—they have
some really nice courses there.
#3. San Francisco: It’s only like an 18
hour drive to the Bay Area, so why not
enjoy its huge amounts of culture. Check
out the theatre and art if that’s what you’re
into. Or you could just go shopping and
totally revamp your wardrobe. Being
the awesome city that San Fran is, I can
imagine that there are cheap places to stay.
#2. Canada: Give yourself over to
an international adventure without the
resort. It’s a great place for skiing, and
sight-seeing at incredible national parks. If
you don’t want a metropolitan or beachy
break, Canada is a great opportunity for
something a bit more relaxed.
#1. Seattle: Closer and more accessible
than any of the other spring break
destinations, Seattle has a lot to offer!
If you do decide to hit the Washington
coast, go to the Seattle Art Museum, the
aquarium, the science center, Pike’s Place,
and of course to one of the hundreds of
Starbucks. If you need a cheap place to
stay that isn’t super sketchy, look for City
Hostel!
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OPINION
Extending Our Mission
by PRESIDENT MARVIN HENBERG
Quality liberal arts education is under
serious threat in the United States. The
pool of high school students interested in
the liberal arts has, at best, remained static
over the past decade, and with the current
recession, the pool is diminishing.
In contrast, when students (whether
originally inclined toward the liberal arts
or not) enroll at The College of Idaho,
they are immensely satisfied with their
education. They experience the rewards of
our time-and person-intensive approach
to learning, under faculty and community
members who put them first in the
hierarchy of values at the College.
So what are we to do when our pool
of applicants is stagnant or shrinking yet
the fruits of our educational efforts make
for a flourishing environment for those
who do enroll? We must seek ways of
extending our mission. Re-establishing
football is one of the most promising ways
of doing so.
In discussing the role of DNA in
biological evolution, Richard Dawkins
introduces the cultural counterpart of a
gene. He calls it a meme. This concept
is helpful in explaining why I now favor
re-instatement of football at The College
of Idaho.
A meme is any cultural pattern that
reproduces itself through time. Like a
biological gene, a meme is a master at
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self-replication. Take “The Star-Spangled
Banner.” So strong is the tendency of
a well-established meme toward selfreplication, that mere mention of our
national anthem has, I predict, already
caused some readers to start playing
the tune in your heads. “The StarSpangled Banner” is a meme that calls
all Americans to attention to remind us
of the blessings of our nation. Played at
sporting events, it is likewise an effective
reminder that sports, fun-filled as they are,
have a subordinate place in the hierarchy
of values that constitute the fabric of
America.
Americans are sports-crazy and each
sport is a meme. Youth across the country
begin to play a favorite sport at an early
age, and this experience leads a great
many of them to replicate the experience,
as they mature, at higher and higher skill
levels. Their quest for fair competition
using their acquired skills drives them to
pursue their sport for the sheer love of it.
Football is a dominant meme in
American sport. There is a strong subset
of young men determined both to get
a good education and play small college
football. We presently have little chance
of attracting these students. They go to
Carroll College or Willamette University
or Pacific University, which re-instituted
football two years ago. Still, even without a
football program at the College, the meme
already pervades our campus. How many
Super Bowl parties did our students attend
or host on February 5? How many of
our alumni cheer enthusiastically for Boise
State?—or for a favorite college team
nearer where they live?
The pervasiveness of the football meme
in the larger culture undergirds the case
for harnessing it to our future benefit.
Other colleges that have recently instituted
football show that it has generated
considerable additional revenues in a
relatively short time: revenues that can be
dedicated to our core mission of quality
liberal arts and professional education.
The case for football is first and foremost
about extending our mission, but it is also
about fiscal enhancement, and about fixing
the name of The College of Idaho more
firmly in the public mind.
Several people have tried turning my
argument about the prominence of
football in American culture against me.
They express a fear that football will
dwarf other sports and other activities
to the extent that it will challenge The
College of Idaho’s identity, changing us for
the worse.
My response is simple. I have great
faith that the meme of serious study and
academic excellence that has shaped The
College of Idaho from its inception, will
overwhelm any and all potential negative
aspects of football. I wouldn’t propose
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reinstating the sport if I thought it would
be corrosive to our higher values. We can
and, if the trustees concur in May, will
have a football meme that enhances rather
than subtracts from our vigorous overall
meme of academic excellence. Think of
how “The Star-Spangled Banner” puts
each and every sporting event into proper
perspective, subordinating its value to the
higher values of the nation. That will be
the model for how we subordinate football
to the meme of academic excellence at
The College of Idaho.
Let me be perfectly clear that the
trustees have not committed themselves
to football. They have only committed to
a process by which the advantages and
disadvantages of football will be examined
and discussed prior to the May vote. The
trustees are interested in hearing from all
College constituencies: students, faculty,
staff, and alumni.
In the weeks leading up to the February
board meetings, I advised Student Body
President Amada Frickle, Faculty President
Christine Schutz, Staff Association
President Ben Mosley, and National
Alumni Board President Diana Dron, that
the trustees may be seeking their views on
football through the normal channels of
board reporting. Each of these individuals
reports at each meeting of the full board.
Each is responsible for distilling the many
and varied views of their constituencies,
and for transmitting those views to the
board. I do not presume to speak for any
of these constituencies. Nor do I seek to
prescribe in advance the particular views
that they will ultimately advance to the
board.
I do, however, have the responsibility of
advising the board on what I believe to be
in the long-term interest of the College. I
have a similar responsibility to advise and
inform all members of The College of
Idaho community of the grounds for my
views. Beyond that, I cannot and will not
go. The board is charged with acting in the
best long-term interest of the College, and
whatever they elect to do, I will support
their decision.
NEWS
Coyote News Blurb
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Significant and Insignificant Tidbits of Happenings Beyond Campus
by LORRAINE BARRERAS
// Sports and Science // The Science of a Slam Dunk
A new net has been designed to measure the force of a
slam dunk in force G’s
● Wired Magazine ● February 24, 2012 ● Online
// Animal World // Tragedy On and Off Film
While filming HBO’s “Luck,” two fatal horse
injuries have driven an angry and concerned reaction
threatening the show’s further production
● Yahoo News ● February 23, 2012 ● Online
// Food // Antibiotics, Carbon, and Shrimp
Recent studies are showing the damage caused by
shrimp farming in South and Southeast Asia through
their carbon footprint, and some shrimp are showing
significant amounts of antibiotic residues
// World // Saying ‘Au Revoir’ to ‘Mademoiselle’
After the campaigning of feminist organizations, the
word ‘mademoiselle’ will be removed from official
forms in France
● Air1 ● February 23, 2012 ● Online
// Apparel // Keys Across Your Crotch?!
A new pant design has come out with a wireless
keyboard stitched right into the pants, and a mouse in
the back pocket
// Travel // Airlines, Animals, and Anger
When United Airlines announced they were going
to change pet-chipping policies—that could increase
the cost of bringing a pet back overseas to nearly
$4,000—military families responded in outrage, and
managed to get the airlines to give some leeway
● MSN News ● February 24, 2012 ● Online
// Odds and Ends // Snow Crop Circles
Beautiful snow designs are being created by artist
Simon Beck
// Odds and Ends // Growing Through Surgery
New medical procedures are ‘growing’ in popularity,
where people gain a couple inches in height by a
process of breaking bones, putting in telescopic rods,
and stretching
// Environment // The Sky is Actually Falling?
New research is revealing that over the last 10 years,
the height of clouds has been shrinking
// Technology // Technology Changes for Apple Apps
After Apple acquisitions Chomp, new searching ability
could come to the Apple App. store, as users will be
able to search for uses, and not just names
// Odds and Ends // The Million Mustache March
The American Mustache Institute is planning a march
of the mustaches to the Nation’s capital to encourage
facial hair growth, and to try to get tax deductions for
expenditures of mustache grooming supplies
● Air1 News ● February 20, 2012 ● Online
// Odds and Ends // Karma Strikes Back!
The driver of a Porsche 911 decided to take a shortcut
around construction cones, and drove straight into
wet cement, ending up trapped in the car, too worried
about letting concrete get in to climb out
Quote of the Issue:
“Don’t ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive
and then go do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.”
–Howard Thurman
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REVIEW/A&E/FEATURE
Date Night? Well Hello There…
by DANIELLE BLENKER
The day has come once again for the
prodigal children to raise their voices to
the skies, and make the ground quake
with their angelic melodies. Sort of. Okay,
well maybe singing Brahms’s A German
Requiem with the Boise Philharmonic at
the Morrison Center and at NNU isn’t
ALL THAT, but it’s pretty great, especially
considering that the choir will be under
the waving baton of the very impressive,
very sexy, Maestro Franz.
In case you need a bit of convincing,
let me lay down some food for thought.
To all you gentlemen out there, keep in
mind that women love romantic evenings,
and what better way to show her you care
than to take that special woman out to PF
Changs, and then follow that up with an
evening of Boise’s finest form of musical
entertainment? Valentine’s Day may have
been last month, but as Andrew said in
his last Hammered! column, you shouldn’t
need a holiday to remind you to do nice
things for the one you’re with. As for you
ladies, remember, there’s no law that says
the guy has to be the one to take you out.
Who says your handsome man wouldn’t
love for you to indulge him in dinner and
fine music?
This will not be the C of I Chorale
choir’s first encounter with the
philharmonic, Maestro Franz, or the
partnering choir—Boise Master Chorale.
In fact, just last year they performed
many of the most famous works by John
Williams, including soundtrack pieces
from Star Wars, Superman, Saving Private
Ryan, Harry Potter, and ET. All you who
chose not to go, I bet you’re feeling
jealous now…. Also last year, they sang
with Idaho’s premier orchestra as they
performed the entire Carmina Burana,
which, if you haven’t Youtubed it, is
something you better hurry up and do.
You may be thinking, “Brahms? Who
the Hell is he and why would I like his
music?” And let me tell you, you already
do—or at least did—at one point in your
life. While I don’t remember the words
to the Brahms Lullaby, the melody is
very familiar to me, and I’m sure most of
our mothers probably sang it to us when
we were babies. Sadly, this is not one of
the pieces of his that the choir will be
performing. Rather, Brahms’s A German
Requiem, is a seven movement composition
that spans about the time of 70-80
lullabies. Written between 1865 and 1868,
the work takes its lyrics from the bible,
and you should keep in mind that part
of your entertainment for the evening (if
you choose to go), will entail listening to
a group of very American singers spit out
German words in an attempt to sound like
native speakers.
As if all this weren’t enough, keep in
mind that your local C of I choir is a
pretty talented group, and they’ve been
working on this music since the start
of Winter term. If nothing else, you
should feel obligated to go and support
all of their hard work. That, and to enjoy
the phenomenal music of the Boise
Philharmonic, and their aesthetically
pleasing (and supremely talented)
conductor (who says there’s nothing
fascinating to watch at a classical music
concert?).
This glorious performance will take
place March 23 and 24, with the one on
the 23rd being held at the NNU Swayne
Auditorium, and the one on the following
evening taking place at the Morrison
center. Both performances start at 8:00
p.m.
Lessons for Life
Coming to America at age 10 and
having to accept a new culture is difficult.
More difficult is to start school at the end
of the school year without any knowledge
of English. I remember my first day of
public school in this new world. I felt like
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by ARACELI ARREOLA
a lost puppy who did not know where to
go. The children on my school bus spoke
a language I had never heard before.
Arriving at the school, I discovered that I
could not even read the name of my new
school. As if an invisible force guided me,
Treefort
Music Fest
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by RICARDO OSUNA
Just as spring gets rolling and all of
us Yotes are able to enjoy a glorious
break from our hard work and partying
(alright…just the school work part), the
inaugural Treefort Music Fest will be filling
downtown Boise with the sound of more
than 130 bands. Yes, you read that right.
One hundred and thirty. Or as I like to say
it…ciento trienta. All for $79.
Here’s a little Treefort starter guide for
you:
For four days, from the 22nd to the
25th of March, bands from as far away
as Australia, and as close to home as our
beloved campus, will be playing at ten
different venues in Boise—predominantly
in the city’s Linen district. The all-ages
venues are the main stage (an outdoor
venue), the Linen Building, the Owyhee
Plaza Ballroom, and The Crux. The
remaining venues are for the 21 and over
crowd—the Neurolux, The Red Room,
The Bouquet, and the Reef.
Savvy music fans will notice that
Treefort will be taking place the week
immediately following Austin’s renowned
South by Southwest (SXSW) festival. This
is no coincidence. Treefort has its roots in
a mini-festival that was organized at the
Visual Arts Collective in Boise last year,
to showcase a handful of bands that were
I managed to get to the main office. It was
there where I met my first teacher; what
I did not know then was that she would
become my support and friend.
This woman, with her almost
nonexistent Spanish, presented herself
as Señora Blenker— Mrs. Blenker— she
also introduced me to what would be
my new classroom. First, my attention
was caught by the pale color of her skin
and the blonde in her hair. Then I was
impressed with the immediate interest she
had towards me. I realized that what she
wanted was to make of me one of the best
students. She wanted to help me thrive and
not fall back just for not knowing English.
The first days were very difficult. Although
Mrs. Blenker helped me as much as she
travelling to
the Northwest
after SXSW. On
the Treefort
website, festival
organizers
explain that the mini-fest “planted the
seed, and this year we're taking the
concept to full fruition.”
Treefort advertises itself as an
“emerging artist festival”, but will
nevertheless feature some staples of the
local, regional, and national scenes. The
week’s bigger names include Of Montreal,
Blitzen Trapper, Why?, Typhoon, EMA,
and Boise Legends Built to Spill. Other
locals include indie-rockers Finn Riggins,
and the folky Hillfolk Noir. There are also
two bands with C of I ties that will be
playing—The Green Zoo and Art Fad.
As you make spring break plans, keep
Treefort in mind. It’s as affordable as 4-day
music festivals come (besides the $79
4-day wristband option, Treeforters can
choose to purchase single-day tickets). It’s
also a fabulous way for you to support the
Treasure Valley’s quickly blossoming music
scene. Go to www.treefortmusicfest.
com for tickets, a full schedule, and info
on all of the bands.
could, she could not avoid the frustration
I felt for not understanding what was
happening around me. Almost every day I
come home crying. At night I asked God
to please make English more familiar to
me, but when I awoke in the morning, I
still did not understand.
Mrs. Blenker helped me learn the
new language using different methods;
Rosetta Stone being one of them. But the
computer system seemed so disconnected
to me. How could that computer know
how difficult the lessons were that it
was showing me? Perhaps the computer
could see the frustration painted on my
face? Could the computer know if I was
actually learning? No. It did not know.
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FEATURE/REVIEW
Honey, Let Me Sing You a Song
by TYLER THURSTON
If I asked you to go through your
iTunes library and delete every song you
didn’t pay for, how much music would you
have remaining? If most of your collection
still remains, power to you. If you are
like most of America and were forced
to rid yourself of all pirated music, the
number of songs you own would decrease
drastically. Where did all that illegal music
come from? If I had downloaded music
in the past, chances are I would have used
software such as LimeWire and FrostWire,
but that is just thinking hypothetically. The
files downloaded from these programs
often contained music, viruses, and
qualities you did not want. It was not until
about a year ago I heard about a website
that allows you to preview music (in full)
before you download it, and it is very
quick in the actual downloading process.
I was very skeptical at first to download
music from a website, but the fact that you
can preview the file before it saves was the
key factor, so I gave it a try. Somehow, the
website has managed to stay alive, and the
majority of the music I search for comes
up. The name of this magical site is www.
MP3Skull.com. Now, you did not hear this
from me, and you should still download
the music you want from iTunes to be
completely honorable and safe. Since this
is college, though, if you feel like living
Lessons
Fortunately, Mrs. Blenker had another
ace up her sleeve. Every week she gave
me ten flashcards to study. On one side,
a card had a drawing, and on the back,
was the name of it. Week after week I
memorize those cards. On Friday, she let
me borrow a Disney movie (movies I had
never seen). On Monday I would give her
a summary of the film written in English.
When I got tired of watching movies, we
decided to pretend that I was a reporter.
In a notebook, I wrote questions I wanted
to ask her, and the next day she handed
me the book with her answers. That way I
learned to write properly in English and to
read, and although she has never admitted
it to me, I know she liked to tell me her
on the edge and downloading some music
without paying for it, give this site a try.
There is another way to get free music,
except this one is completely legal. Every
week, iTunes features various artists, TV
shows, Movies, Books, Apps, etc. on a
page titled, Free on iTunes. At least they
were creative with the name. The majority
of the time, the free music is probably
valued best at its current price, free.
Every now and then, you find a gem on
these free downloads. Matt Nathanson,
Sugarland, and SafetySuit are a few of the
bands and artists that have been featured
and had free music given away courtesy
of iTunes. A lot of the time if a band
is promoting a new album, they may be
featured on this page. So there you have it,
two ways to get free music; one legal, the
other, not so much.
Must Have Downloads
The last edition featured six songs
that I think every collection needs to
have. Everything from country music to
alternative rock was featured, and I hope
to enlighten your ears with this edition’s
must-have downloads as well. The first
download is from a popular artist most of
you have heard of, Mr. Matt Nathanson.
He wrote a song on his last album about
the end of the world and how he pictures
it happening. When I think of the world
coming to an end, I tend to not have
stories.
The next school year, it did not
devastate me that I had to repeat fourth
grade, because with a teacher like Mrs.
Blenker, I knew I would learn everything
I needed to learn. By encouraging me to
continue studying, learning, and improving
everything I did, Mrs. Blenker helped
me get to where I am right now: a first
generation student at the College of
Idaho. With tears in my eyes, I want to let
Mrs. Blenker know that I am very grateful
for the interest she showed me, for her
unconditional support, and the great
friendship which she has granted me all
these years.
Please vote Yes to the levy on March 13,
and support public school teachers who
make a difference.
the same romantic ideas that Matt has in
his new song “Room at the End of the
World,” but it’s still a fantastic song with all
kinds of hidden meanings in it. The band
Fun just released a new song featured on a
few different commercials, currently airing,
“We are Young.” I have a feeling that
this band’s unique sound and memorable
choruses are going to catch on and go
mainstream in the coming years. Even
though it’s a little different, this song is
still a must-have. Mat Kearney’s new song,
“Ships in the Night” has a cool, rap/pop
feel to it. The final song in this condensed
version of Must Have Downloads is from
an artist by the name of Tyler Hilton. The
first name alone would be a good enough
reason to download, but the actual song
itself has merits enough to be featured in
this section. The song is titled, “Prince of
Nothing Charming,” and I haven’t quite
figured out the meaning of the song,
which might be why I keep listening to it
so often. Keep your eyes peeled this spring
for Tyler’s new album, Forget the Storms.
Anyways, download them, give them a
chance, and love them.
Artists You Don’t Know, but Should
Last issue I introduced you to Scars on
45. If you were lucky enough to attend the
Fray concert at the Knitting Factory, you
were likely blown away by this opening
act. You’re welcome. Now it’s time for me
to introduce you to Matt Hires. I don’t
quite remember when I ran across this
artist, but in no time I became hooked,
and now I have all his music. His lyrics are
thought-provoking, emotionally charged,
yet calmingly simple. In his song “A to B”,
he talks about looking back on your life
with no regrets, something all of us could
take a lesson from. “Oh my, my honey
everybody dies but you’ve got to see; you
can live your life walking in a straight line
but it’s more than just A to B.” Not all of
his songs are this dark, his hit “Honey, Let
Me Sing You a Song” has received national
attention, radio play, and been featured on
the big screen. Matt Hires has an album
and two EPs on iTunes for sale. He is
currently on an acoustic tour, and in the
process of making another album. He is a
Tampa, Florida resident.
Concerts
If you were one of the lucky ones who
actually got tickets to the Fray, touché.
Unfortunately, I was changing the world
with Hank Kvamme in Haiti when the
tickets went on sale and sold out. If you
did go, I’m sure you absolutely loved
both The Fray and Scars on 45. Anyways,
March 10, Blake Shelton will be at Taco
Bell Arena with Justin Moore and The
Voice finalist, Dia Frampton. If a
country music concert isn’t your
thing, shame on you, but you still
have options for March. On the
24th, Kelly Clarkson alongside Matt
Nathanson will take over Taco Bell
Arena. Go see some live music.
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THE COYOTE
A&E/REVIEW
Reflections
on the
Spelling Bee
by CAMILLE FLOURNOY
Participating in theater (in this case, a
musical) has an interesting way of making
us reflect internally on who we are as
individuals; we do this through connections
with the characters, and the messages we
send out to the audience on the wings of
dialogue. There are a variety of things that
take place, both on and off the stage, and
the people that are a part of it, all work
together to make the giant clock of the
musical tick on time. Julia Bennett, after
spending 25 years of teaching at a small
private college in Sioux Falls, South Dakota,
is directing for the first time here at the
College of Idaho. The 25th Annual Putnam
County Spelling Bee by William Finn, is a
musical about a group of young school
children who experience a variety of things
including new beginnings, standing up in
the face of adversity, and finding one’s self
through a sense of calling. “There is a little
bit of all of us in each of these characters”
Julia Bennett informed me, “Each of them
is a young person, and they come from
all different backgrounds of life and are
learning to discover themselves.”
Upon my first encounter with the origins
and plot of this musical (I was unfamiliar
with both), I was quickly introduced to
the director and the various actors who
have made this play their life since the first
weeks of January. As there is in any major
production, many different components
play a part in pulling it all together—
between the actors, costume designing,
directing, choreography, staging scenery,
and so much more.
Edie Dull, assistant stage manager and
overall behind the scenes girl, amazed
me with the variety of interesting and
dynamic things she is required to do within
the scope of her job. “My responsibility
is to do anything that the stage manager,
choreographer, or director can’t get done
in that moment. I move scenery, run lines,
keep track of props, etc.”
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Won’t You Walk off the
Earth Too?
by AMY WEAKLAND
The overall energy and attitude that
I found exuding from director, cast
members, and back stage helpers alike,
was one of heightened excitement, and a
good feeling for the upcoming opening
night of the musical on March 8.
“I am extremely excited for opening
night! It’s going to be great!” cast
member Jen Dixon says. She plays
Ronalisa Peretti, the zealous host of the
spelling bee for the past nine years.
Curious about her own experiences
involving her new character, I asked
her if she had been able to really relate
with Ms. Peretti. Jen smiles, and quickly
assents. “The character of Ms. Peretti is
friendly, upbeat, and loves kids. I have
really related to her, especially since I
want to be a teacher someday. I feel really
at home and in character.”
The musical is coming together well.
Talking with me, Julia Bennett reflects
on how much she has enjoyed working
with the college students while directing
this musical. “We have all worked really
hard to get to know each other over
the last few weeks. They are all bright,
hardworking, talented students, and I
have thoroughly enjoyed working with
them. I have felt very welcome here.”
Prior to the musical’s debut, Edith
Dull matter-of-factly states, “We are
ready. We have gotten over the initial
nervousness, and are getting down to
business running tech and making sure
the play will run through smoothly. There
is still a lot left to do, but it is all falling
into place beautifully.”
Other people who deserve
congratulations in helping draw
everything together are Kathy Medina
(Assistant Stage Manager) and Diana
Bailey (Stage Manager). I look forward to
seeing the play for myself in the days to
come. Good luck to all of those involved,
both on stage and off!
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Dates and Times: March 8-10 7:30 p.m.,
March 11 2:00 p.m., March 15-17 7:30
p.m., March 17 2:00 p.m.
So. Websites like Facebook and
iwastesomuchtime and tumblr and
stumbleupon (the list goes on like crazy)
are excellent for wasting time. Lately, I
have been choosing to spend my notdoing-homework-time on Youtube,
listening to what I believe is going to be
the next big thing in music. I am referring,
of course, to Walk Off the Earth.
If you don't already know who these
geniuses are, they're a group of five,
based out of Ontario, Canada. They were
renowned as one the music industry's few
independent projects, since they depended
on sources like Myspace, Facebook,
and Youtube for media. However, as
of February 7, it has been reported
that they have signed a contract with
Columbia Records. AAAAAWWWWW
YEEEEAAAAAHHHHH.
Their sound can really be described as
alternative or experimental rock. They
use a countless number of instruments,
which it seems all of them can at least play
somewhat. The band has been basically
Youtube famous for doing fantastic
covers of popular songs such as Adele's
“Someone Like You”, LMFAO's “Party
Rock Anthem” (WHICH I ROCK OUT
TO SO HARD IN MY ROOM), and most
importantly, GOTYA's “Somebody that
I Used to Know.” The video
posted of this particular cover
featured every member of the
band (count 'em, five) playing
one guitar. Oh yeah, you heard
right. It might be one of the
most bombastic things I've ever
seen. Watch it.
Aside from their great covers,
the band also has some awesome
original songs. Two of my favorites
include “Corner of Queen,” written about
the street artists of Toronto, “Money
Tree,” their first music video, and “Joan
and Bobby.” “Joan and Bobby” is a song
depicting the love affair between Joan
Baez and Bob Dylan (if you don't know
who those two people are, don't ever talk
to me again). The lyrics are all original
and go something like this: “I used to ride
on cocaine, I used to ride with Marilyn, I
used to rock and roll with all the ones you
know, and now I suffer for all my sins.”
FREAKING GREAT I KNOW.
The band has seen some great guest
artists, such as All About Maggie and
Sarah Blackwood from The Creepshow,
who has become a permanent member of
WOTE. Not to mention, guitarist Gianni
Luminati's nephew, Myles. And yes,
Gianni Luminati is his real name. Thanks
to his lovely solo rendition of Elton John's
“Tiny Dancer,” Myles Luminati is now
one of the newest actors in New York on
Broadway. Lucky little bastard.
As I apologize for the short article
(anyone else having issues with Bio
classes?), I must conclude with letting
everyone know that WOTE is going to
be releasing a new album very soon. They
have two smaller project albums that are
available on iTunes or from their website,
walkofftheearth.com. Any of the videos
mentioned can be found on the band's
Youtube page, and I highly recommend
you check them out next time you find
yourself in need of some fresh beats. Like
the band's Facebook page too, it would
make them feel so so good.
May your days be filled with love, peace,
and only good tunes. Namaste.
FEATURED ARTIST
THE COYOTE
Jessie Davis
I’ve been drawing since before I could walk… and I’m pretty sure my mom still has
those drawings. I can’t tell you how many reams of printer paper I have gone through just
from drawing constantly throughout my life. I’ve dabbled in all sorts of mediums, from
pencil to paint to collage, and I love them all.
My favorite thing about art is that you can pick up a pen, crayon, marker, charcoal from
a fire pit, anything— and create something special and unique.
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Letters in Response to:
THE COYOTE
OPINION
All We Want To Do Is…
One of the defining traits at C
of I is our “work hard, play hard,”
mentality. While some work more, and
others play harder, the majority of
students occasionally choose to indulge
themselves a bit on the weekends— and
why shouldn’t we? Drink or not, party
or stay in, all of our students need the
chance to let loose every now and then,
and that’s exactly what our sweatshirts
represent— the great event known as
“Winterfest”—not the debauchery of an
entire institution.
The concerns over the Party & Bullsh!t
sweatshirts were heard after a recent
article in the last edition of the Coyote.
While never directly approached by any
student, administrator, or professor,
PC understands that a few people were
unhappy with the sweatshirts. Rightfully
so, each student is duly entitled to their
own opinion on how student fees are
spent, this is YOUR money after all!
We value YOU more than we value
(almost) profanity! We hope that this
discussion can move forward in a more
constructive manner. PC always responds
to suggestion emails from the student
body, and not only do we welcome those
suggestions, we encourage them. Without
your input, our job is that much harder.
We do our best to gage student opinion
and provide programming and apparel
that we feel the majority of the student
body would enjoy. We are fairly certain
that many people enjoyed the sweatshirts,
but we are sorry if they offended anyone.
What is frustrating as an elected
member of student government, is that
people do not voice these concerns to
US. We want to make everyone happy,
and while that is a nearly impossible task,
we want to try. Our advisor approved
the sweatshirts, and we went to various
people on campus and asked their
opinions. Everyone we spoke with loved
them, and the 400 people at Winterfest
went crazy for them. Spending lunch in
the caf and seeing 15 people sporting the
Party & Bullsh!t sweatshirt, underscores
to us that a good percentage of the
campus appreciated them, which is
usually what we hope for.
Finally, we would like to call attention
to those of you that are avid wearers of
the sweatshirt— regardless of comments
made in the last issue, we do not think
that you wearing a fun article of clothing
reflects poorly on the campus or yourself.
FCK That
accurate and evidenced, versus those that I
believe are misleading, and used simply to
advance an opinion.
If a young, educated student who
keeps up on current affairs is not aware
of a national campaign for equality, my
immediate conclusion would not be as
offensive as to assume no one else is
aware of this campaign. To be perfectly
honest, my first conclusion would be that
that student has little experience with
gay people. This of course, is another
assumption. As a gay student myself,
I brought this up to my friends and
family, and not a single one of them was
oblivious to the “FCK H8” campaign.
This does not lead me to believe that
everyone is or should be aware of this
campaign— simply that everyone has
different groups of friends with different
experiences, interests, and knowledge.
To assume otherwise would be arrogant.
Just as it is arrogant to assume that a
prospective student (who may be gay)
or moms at Wal-Mart lack the same
information I do. Thinking that everyone
is as ignorant as I am is not a defendable
assumption. This is relevant because I
believe those who are aware of the “FCK
H8” campaign will be less offended
by its message. Portraying an image of
ignorance toward this campaign, is, in my
opinion, an inaccurate belief that gives
false leverage to the opinion that this shirt
will confuse and offend.
The other assumption that I will
address (there were many) is the
discussion of PC and EC. I have been
a student at this school for longer than
most, and have experienced many
different PCs and ECs. Although some
have offered better programs and events
than others, I have never felt that at any
time they were (or are) trying to portray
me as a “stupid, arrogant, trend follower
who does not care about how I appear
to my professors, incoming students, or
peers in the world of higher education.”
I could share how a professor actually
asked for a “FCK H8” shirt, and I
think that perhaps a prospective student
would enjoy seeing shirts that condemn
by SOPHIE DRESSER
by MAXX MINICK
In the last issue of the Coyote, the topic
of class and how the school chooses to
advertise itself was discussed at length.
While I believe the piece in question
defends a legitimate stance for certain
students on campus, the assumptions
made in order to defend this opinion
should be addressed. As an argument
against the offensiveness of swearing
or what makes a campus classy seems
trivial to me, I will choose to address the
message of the clothing rather than the
opinion itself.
Now, of course everyone makes
assumptions and not all of them are
accurate or fair. I have made plenty of
inaccurate ones myself, many of which I
am too embarrassed to share. However,
I must simply follow my own compass
on what arguments I consider to be
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You are not part of a conspiracy to be
mindless trend-whores seeking to express
your ignorance. You are not any less aware
of your own self image than those students
of this campus who get publically drunk at
events, and then do not wish to embrace
this in front of a larger audience due to
their own (rightful) opinions on what the
sweatshirt says. Freedom of speech is
important, as is your right to feel enabled
to wear your Winterfest gear. That being
said, the last thing we want as PC is for this
issue over sweatshirts to divide the campus.
We hope everyone will respect the unique
decision made by students to wear or not
wear the sweatshirts, and continue to come
to PC events. We leave you again with the
phrase that was on the sweatshirt— Party
and Bullsh!t at C of I (if you so choose).
We love you!
prejudice and hate. My feelings are that to
assume, based off of two shirts, that the
intent of our elected school officials is to
actively try and damage the image of The
College of Idaho, is offensive and absurd.
If that was the case, the members of these
committees would have been replaced a
long time ago. I know for a fact that PC
relies heavily upon input from students, and
that their goal is to provide entertainment
and social activities that resonate with as
many students as possible.
Now I am sure I have made plenty of
assumptions that many will disagree with.
Alas, we all know what assuming does. The
best that one can do is to recognize these
assumptions and consider whether they
reinforce an opinion, or are simple attacks
and presumptions that do nothing but
advance one’s opinion or belief, instead of
forming an unprejudiced argument.
Send your suggestions to:
[email protected]
“A Classless Society”
THE COYOTE
OPINION
Controversy is ‘Classy’
The sad truth is that, for millions
of people around the world, hate and
intolerance has led to the denial of civil
freedoms, race wars, rape, torture, murder,
and even genocide. We as a campus
community experienced such ignorance
last year when a certain individual pushed
a group of international students against
a wall, poured beer on their heads, and
We wanted to talk about unsettling and
disturbing issues. Why? Because that is the
only way to prompt real self-evaluation
that will hopefully lead to change.
If you were offended by the “FCK
H8” shirts, I would prompt you to ask
yourself why you felt this way. Is it because
you think the message is too aggressive?
Is it because it makes you question your
beliefs and assumptions? Is it because the
message alludes to profanity? All of these
are legitimate reasons to take offense, but
the fact that these shirts cause a reaction,
is, in itself, educational. When we are
called them the “N” word. These types
of actions, and the ignorance that brings
them about, should not be tolerated. That
is not the reputation that we want our
campus to promote. That is why we, as
the Diversity Week planning committee,
decided to approach the issue of diversity
in a more controversial manner this
year. We wanted to start discussion. We
wanted to make people uncomfortable.
confronted with a message or an idea with
which we are not comfortable, we are
forced to challenge ourselves, to examine
why we feel a certain way, to explore who
we are as people. While our opinions
may not always change, we might better
understand what we value and why we
cherish those beliefs. After all, that is what
a liberal arts education is rumored to teach
us, is it not?
by AMANDA FRICKLE
Despite opinions to the contrary, Yoties
are still the classiest people I know. Sure,
we may not always dress in business casual,
but we still portray C of I in a positive
light. While I disagree with the overall
judgment call made in Mitch Ruddy’s
latest opinion, the piece raises important
questions about student fee use and how
our apparel represents us as students of
the best college in Idaho.
That being said, I was
frustrated by the aforementioned
opinion piece, particularly in
regards to the “FCK H8” t-shirts
purchased for this year’s Diversity
Week. As someone who has helped
co-ordinate Diversity Week for the
last three years, this is an issue that
is very near and dear to my heart.
While I agree that “the point of
Diversity Week in general was to
open minds to the fact that we can
all coexist happily,” the purpose
of choosing “FCK H8” as the
message for this year’s Diversity
Week was to draw attention
to the fact that intolerance is
a complicated and disturbing
problem. We realized that the
message was aggressive when we
chose the design.
By saying “FCK H8,” we are
not “urging [others] to hate those
who hate,” we are instead firmly
encouraging our peers to take an
aggressive stance against hatred
as a concept, and the wording
of that charge just so happened to be
controversial. This is not intended to
divide our campus into “those who love
profanity” and “those who are opposed
to swearing.” I don’t believe that such
lines are clearly drawn in the sand, and
to suggest that this distinction exists
misconstrues the true intent and purpose
of these shirts.
The central debate over the
appropriateness of using student fees to
promote such messages remains a murky
topic at best. For one, I firmly believe that
student expression is important, and that
we must refrain from censoring our peers’
voices when at all possible. That being
said, I also understand how some students
would not want their money going towards
the purchase of items that they find to be
offensive or profane.
So where does that leave us? What
must first be understood is when we
evaluate issues like this, we must realize
that a consensus will not be
reached. There will always be
differences of opinion, but
that does not mean that those
with whom we disagree are
“classless.” It is this type of
value judgment that will make
it impossible to come to any
sort of agreement.
All we can do is promote
more discussion between
student government and
the student body on issues
such as these. We are not
your enemy, and we certainly
are not actively attempting
to “paint [you] as stupid,
arrogant, trend followers
who don’t care how [you]
appear to [your] professors,
incoming students, or peers
in the world of higher
education.” However, we do
have a collective responsibility
as students to decide what
image we want to represent
to campus and the larger
community, but all have to
be involved in that conversation. While
I do not regret the decisions that were
made during this year’s Diversity Week, I
am willing to concede that there are other
opinions, and that those are as equally
important as my own. We must remember
that for every person who took offensive
to the FCK H8 slogan, there was another
who appreciated the message.
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SPORTS
Wet Dogs Wash Away
Records
by LACEY KNIEP
Half a season is all it takes for head
swimming coach Christine Mabile to send
the ‘Wet Dogs’ to Oklahoma to break
records and swim in the finals at the
NAIA national swim meet.
Mabile transitioned into head swimming
coach on the first of January, which was
a challenge in itself because it meant she
had to begin coaching the team midseason. “I was excited for the opportunity,
but also anxious because I didn’t know
how the team would respond to a different
coach. Once I got started, I feel like the
team embraced me,” Mabile said.
With a new coach came additional
workouts on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and
Saturdays, which may have been the
needed formula for juniors Chrissie
Younggren, Jeremy Erbsen, and Lucas
Hill to break seven school records in three
days.
Mabile, a familiar face to the College of
Idaho, competed for the college during her
first two years, before transferring to BSU.
“Knowing the history of the program and
the school is an advantage when trying to
understand the important balance between
academics and athletics at The College of
Idaho,” she said.
Erbsen and Hill were the first C of
I swimmers to compete in the evening
individual finals since 2009. Erbsen
qualified for the finals in both the 100
yard and 200 yard backstroke. He placed
15th and 13th consecutively, breaking two
records. Hill also broke the school record
for his final event in the 200 yard butterfly,
and placed 13th.
Younggren, broke records in the 200
and 1650 yards freestyle and in the 100
backstroke. “I think the six months of
training finally paid off; I didn’t expect to
break the 200 free,” Younggren said.
A total of nine swimmers travelled
to Oklahoma, scoring 36 points for the
College of Idaho. The yotes qualified for
16 events overall in the national meet.
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Mabile said, “The whole team exceeded
my expectations; with only two months
to prepare for nationals I was really
impressed with their accomplishments.”
NAIA was built on the concept of
champions of character in promoting
strong aspects to individuals of integrity,
community service, and leadership.
Team captains Younggren and Hill were
honored at the NAIA dinner banquet as
Champions of Character.
Senior Matt Malek, was also recognized
during the parade of athletes as a national
scholar athlete. In order to qualify for this,
one must have a GPA of over 3.5, and
must hold at least junior standing.
Other swimmers competing at nationals
included seniors Etta Tabuyaqona, Kemp
Smith; sophomores Skylar Barsanti, Lacey
Kniep; and freshman Selena Warburton.
“I think that Christine did a great job in
the transition of head coach,” Younggren
said, looking back at the season.
After a successful week and end to
the season for Mabile, she is optimistic
for the future of the Coyote swim team.
Several recruits have come to visit, and
will become members in building a strong
competitive and recognized program.
Eight recruits have signed to join the
program next year. “I would like to build
a top ten nationally ranked program,”
Mabile said.
THE COYOTE
Track
Update
by JASON HUNT
The indoor track and field season will
come to an end this weekend with the
culmination of events at this year’s NAIA
National Championships race in Geneva,
Ohio. Races spaced throughout a three-day
increment will allow participants a chance
to compete in multiple events without the
worry of exhaustion, or lack of recovery
affecting their race. Only three meets make
up the indoor track season, but embodying
the traits of the coyote, has allowed
for a plethora of runners to qualify for
Nationals. Hillary Holt is ranked 1st in
the NAIA for the indoor mile, along with
Greg Montgomery, seeded in the top
10. The ladies DMR (distance medley
relay) is currently ranked 2nd with Kayloni
Perry, Jasmine Sibert, Sarah Johnson, and
Sora Klopfenstein making up the team.
The remaining competitors in Ohio for
nationals are Dominic Bolin, Mike Hurd
and Austin Basterrechea. Hitting a B-mark,
Sean Saxton set a new indoor record in
the 800 meters race with a time of 1:55.89.
The remaining coyotes will be buckling
down and adding a few more weeks of
hard training before the outdoor season
begins on March 8 for the multi-events
athletes, and March 17 in Oregon for the
middle distance and distance runners.
SPORTS/OPINION
CCC Champs, FourPlay
by TYLER THURSTON
After last season’s Cascade Conference
championship game’s heartbreaking finale
at Concordia, which was highlighted on
ESPN’s SportsCenter’s Play of the Day,
the 2012 Lady Yotes had another chance
to come in as the underdog and knock
off the top seed in the tournament. The
opponent this year: Corban. The Lady
Yotes last trip to Salem to take on the
Warriors was a bad loss of 14 points with
a full roster, and after losing Laura Geis
to a head injury in the semi-finals, things
did not look great for the College of
Idaho. However, this was a veteran squad
that found themselves playing in their 5th
straight CCC Title Game, and the Lady
Yotes came out on fire. Having a two
point lead at the half, a 9-2 run to start in
the second half fueled a lead that ended
up becoming too much for the Warriors to
handle. Kylie Hardison filled in nicely for
Geis’ injury, earning her first start of the
season. She did not disappoint. Hardison
went 8 for 14 for 21 points and 5 boards.
Felicity Jones also joined the group of
Coyotes with double figures racking up
19 points and 5 rebounds. Tina Fakahafua
continued her outstanding play, notching
her third double-double in four games,
with 14 points and 17 boards. The Lady
Yotes (22-8) knocked off the number one
seed and regular season champion, Corban
University (23-7), by a final of 80-68.
Both Corban and The College of Idaho
will travel to Sioux City, Iowa to compete
in the NAIA Division II National
Championships March 7-13.
The men’s team saw their season
come to a close in the first round of the
CCC tournament for the sixth straight
season, losing to nationally ranked #3
Oregon Tech 79-53. The Owls jumped
out to a 26-6 run and the Coyotes would
never get close enough to make the game
competitive. Seniors Matt Ballenger and
Krispin Banks led the Yotes with 11 and
13 points respectively. Tyler Young and
Jason Brown joined Banks and Ballenger
in playing their final collegiate game for
the College of Idaho. Oregon Tech ended
up winning the CCC crown to go along
with their regular season title, by knocking
off the two seed, Northwest University,
77-71. The College of Idaho finished the
season with 10 wins and 20 losses. This
ends the second season Rod Jensen has
been with the Coyotes, his C of I coaching
record now stands at 23-37.
In other basketball news, keep an eye
out for the first ever College of Idaho 2
vs. 2 basketball tournament, FourPlay, this
April. Signups will begin in March, and the
tournament is tentatively planned for April
7. It will cost $10 a duo, with proceeds
going to Spring Fling funds. Winning
teams will receive FourPlay championship
shirts with other prizes awarded
throughout the day as well. It should be a
great time, so make sure you find a partner
and keep your eyes open for signups!
THE COYOTE
Know Thy Self
by ALBERTO SOTO
Socrates spent his entire life telling
people that there was only one true
purpose in life: to know thy self. If there
is one trait that most students lack, it is the
ability to reflect upon our lives. This ability
is strange, because it calls for us to closely
examine some of the more unpleasant
aspects of our life, but it is only through
reflection that we can begin to know
who we are. A few months ago, I found
myself running out of time as graduate
school application
deadlines began
to loom on the
horizon. Several
faculty directed
me to online
templates for
writing graduate
letters. These
templates all
seemed so bland,
so lifeless— the
sort of thing that
a non-liberal arts
student would
follow. So instead
of following the
beaten path, I
began to reflect
upon who I was. I
spent an entire day
going through my
past experiences
and making sense
of them. It is
only when we reexamine our past
that we can begin
to make sense of who we are.
When we look back at our lives, we
realize that many of the important
moments weren’t so important. The
happiest moments in our lives— the ones
that we all tend to remember— go by
too quickly. These brief moments aren’t
enough to define who we are. Rather, it
is the moments where we screw up that
we can often tell us about ourselves. How
do you bounce back from failure? Or do
you ever? These are questions that are
important to defining who we are. So, as I
sat down to reflect for my graduate letter,
I began to think of every single moment
that I had ever screwed up in my life. Trust
me, there were plenty, and by the end of
the day I was exhausted. I had spent the
entire day going through a roller-coaster
of emotions, from jubilation to extreme
sorrow. As I sat down to type my letter I
suddenly found a strong sense of purpose
that had eluded me during the entire
process.
Every single
graduate program
commented on
how refreshing
my approach to
my letter was. In
many ways it was
imperfect, it lacked
flow and it could
have used a few
revisions. That,
however, was the
purpose of such a
letter. When you
begin to reflect
upon your life,
you realize that
not everything
went the way
you wanted it to
go. Your good
intentions went
bad, your dreams
fizzled, or some
other misfortune
fell upon you. The
point is that when
you know who you
are, then you can begin to make sense of
every single experience in your life. This
should be your goal when you leave this
place, to have a strong sense of purpose
and meaning. If there is any advice anyone
can give to students applying to graduate
school, professional school, or even just
a job, it would be to know thy self. You’re
not a template, an outline, or anything else
that can be copied and pasted from the
internet. Find out who you are, and this
will lead you wherever you want to go.
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REVIEW/FEATURE
Pizza, Pizza
by KATY STEWART
$=$1-$7
$$=$8-$15
$$$= $16-$20
$$$$=$21-$50
Mancino’s
2412 E. Cleveland Blvd. Caldwell
$$
.3 mi
Summer: M-Th 11a.m8p.m F-Sat 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Winter:
M-Th 11 a.m. F-Sat. 11a.m.-8p.m.
I’ve been in Caldwell now for almost
three years, and have passed this place
numerous times without even giving it a
second thought. I think this was partially
because it is located in what I judged to
be a sketchy strip mall across the street
from Albertsons. Needless to say, I was
pleasantly surprised by what I found in
the tiny Italian pizza and sandwich shop.
Probably the most memorable part about
the place was the pizza. It wasn’t like any
pizza I had ever eaten. When the waitress
first brought it out, I didn’t quite know
what to think. The crust looked thick
and the toppings (onions, mushrooms
and green peppers) were diced and piled
on top. And I mean piled. Plus, it was
smothered in cheese. When I took the first
slice off the platter and put it on the plate,
I got a profile view that showed me just
how high these toppings were piled. The
crust was actually really thin on the bottom
and the toppings were almost an inch
thick on top. I couldn’t even see any sauce.
This made me skeptical. I took a bite and
was once again pleasantly surprised. The
veggies on top weren’t necessarily raw,
but they weren’t cooked to the point that
they were soggy like a lot of pizzas. The
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cheese was more
like a glue to hold
all the veggies
on, so it added
a nice accent to
the food, without
overwhelming the
flavor and texture
of the veggies. I
was right about
the tomato sauce,
though. I couldn’t taste any; but I came
to find that this didn’t bother me. The
mixture of flavors was phenomenal. I
think the only bad thing I could say about
it, was that it wasn’t what I was expecting,
which ended up not really being a bad
thing at all.
Luckily, I went to Mancino’s with
another person, so we got to split two
different entrees. I wanted to try one of
the sandwiches that they are famous for.
Plus, they make their own bread dough.
This was the first thing I noticed when
the waitress brought the sandwich out
as well—just looking at the roll made
my mouth water. It looked like the
quintessential crispy-on-the-outsidechewy-on-the-inside kind of roll. My first
bite didn’t disappoint. We ordered the
Philly cheese steak sandwich and were
more than a little impressed. Each roll
encased a pile of steak, green peppers,
onions and more melted cheese. The steak
was cooked to perfection, and pretty much
melted in my mouth. The peppers and
onions added just enough of a kick. My
experience at Mancino’s was definitely a
good one. Two of us ate there for $20, and
we took home half the pizza and almost
half the sandwich. A delicious meal for
a great price; and it’s right across the street.
Messenger Pizza & Brewery
1224 1st St S, Nampa, ID 83651 $$
8 mi
M-Wed 11am-10pm
Thurs- Sun 11am-11pm
I know a lot of people here in the
Boise area are partial to Flying Pie or
Pie Hole pizza. I’m here to tell you that
there’s a pizzeria that’s closer and better.
Yes, it’s a lot better and worth the money
paid. Messenger Pizza and Brewery is
in Nampa, just about a ten minute drive
down the Boulevard. Not only do they
have, in my opinion, the best pizza in the
area, but some of the best pizza I’ve ever
had. I’ve been there enough times now to
say that there’s not one pizza on the menu,
no matter how strange it looks, that isn’t
incredible. Two of my favorite ones, and
some of the most interesting, were the
Drunken Goat and the Jalapeno Popper.
The first time I went to Messenger, the
group I was with got the Jalapeno Popper.
There were four of us, so we figured a
large would be enough to feed us. It was
$23. The pizza guy brought it out to us
and our jaws dropped. This pizza was
enormous. To give you an idea of the size,
imagine this: To sell their single slices,
they have to use two paper plates. The
two paper plates are spread out as much
as possible, and still, the majority of the
time, the end still kind of hangs off a
little. These things are enormous. Half
of the pizza fed the four of us that night.
Now, I’m not usually a fan of jalapenos;
I love the taste, but don’t like the heat.
This pizza was the perfect combination. A
cream cheese sauce is spread over the thin,
perfectly made crust, and then covered in
mozzarella. They then add pineapple and
jalapenos. It’s the perfect combination
of salty and sweet, and the creaminess
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of the sauce counteracts the spiciness
of the jalapenos. For me, it was a perfect
combination because I got all of my
favorite flavors of the pepper, and none
of the bad stuff.
After my first experience, it wasn’t long
at all before I went back. The few times I’d
been there before, I’d had my eyes on the
Drunken Goat. The menu’s description
read, “goat cheese, figs, bacon, fresh
arugula, reduced balsamic vinegar.” It was
a little more expensive than the jalapeno
popper, at $20 for a medium. The four of
us were able to eat the whole thing this
time. From my end, it was mostly because
I just didn’t want to stop eating. This was
another that had a perfect combination
of salty and sweet, plus an added tang and
spice. The pizza didn’t have any kind of
sauce, but rather the crust was just drizzled
with olive oil. The figs were slightly dried
and very sweet and chewy. The arugula
added the extra spice. The goat cheese
was fairly mild, but still had enough
tang to enhance the flavors of the other
ingredients. On top of that, the balsamic
vinegar (on its own, already a strong
flavor) was reduced to a thick, honey-like
syrup that just put the pizza over the edge.
It was wonderful, and we all were raving
about it as we ate.
No matter what your fancy is, they’ll
have a pizza for you. They use really fresh
ingredients (usually local), so everything
is delicious and flavorful. Plus, if you’re a
beer fan, they have great ones on tap, and
there’s a special from 3 to 5 everyday. A
pint and a slice are $5. That’s cheap, and,
with the size and quality of the pizza and
the quality of the beer, it’s totally worth it.
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FEATURE/REVIEW
Super Mario 3D Land
Mario sells. A lot. With the release
of Super Mario 3D Land, Nintendo
has succeeded in not only justifying the
remarkable 3D technology of their new
handheld, but also in creating one of the
most memorable and enjoyable entries in the
long running Super Mario franchise. Mario
3D Land attempts to bridge the gap between
the 2D classic Mario games and the more
recent 3D games. The result is a Mario that
looks like a console game, but plays out in
short enjoyable levels.
If you are familiar with the Super Mario
games, you will know the story is basically
Princess Peach is captured by Bowser, and
Mario has to go rescue her from his army
of Koopas and Goombas. In fact the story
hasn’t changed since the series debuted over
25 years ago, with the overall plot probably
being less than a page long. That being said,
the Mario games have never really required
a story to be an enjoyable experience, and
Mario 3D land is no exception. You play this
game for the levels and the game play.
The use of the 3DS’s 3D screen, gives
the player a whole new perspective on the
way Mario games are played. The game
actually becomes more difficult when the
3D is turned off. Gauging jumps is just that
much easier with the added depth. Some
levels even require the player use the 3D
screen. If you are familiar with M.C. Escher,
think of his repeating staircase, but with
blocks you have to jump to. You simply
cannot advance unless you can see where to
jump up and down. Tricks like this are all
throughout the game, and add to the player’s
experience.
As far as graphics are concerned,
this game looks absolutely amazing for
a handheld. This is the same studio that
created the Mario Galaxy games for the Wii,
and that influence really shines through.
Nintendo 3DS
Review Center
by NICK STOUT
The Launch of the 3DS was more than a little shaky. With bland launch support
from the company, many thought the system would go under. By the end of the year,
however, Nintendo surprised the world with a drastic system price drop and extreme
first party support. With four major releases for the holiday season, Nintendo has
managed to pull the 3DS out of certain doom to become the fastest-selling console
in Japanese history, selling nearly 14 million units worldwide as it passes its first year
anniversary.
The world is bright and vibrant with all
of the classic Mario items, characters, and
enemies thrown into the mix.
Super Mario 3D land is an amazing
game. The graphics are on par with
Nintendo’s home console, the controls
work flawlessly, the classic music and
sound effects are all present, and the
vintage Mario feel shines through and
through. The game ignores an unneeded
story, cutting to the chase of what makes
a Mario game great– the levels. The
experience created by the 3DS’s unique
screen, allows for one of the most unique
and enjoyable Mario adventures yet.
Star Fox 64 3D
A remake of the classic Nintendo 64
game of the same name, Star Fox 64 3D
follows the story of an anthropomorphic
fox named Fox McCloud, and his team
of ace pilots as they battle the evil Dr.
Andross for control of the Llylat Star
System. Fans of the original will appreciate
the updated graphics, stunning 3D effects,
and enhanced sound. The 3DS update
also comes with a more fleshed out
multiplayer mode, and optional control
modes. Nintendo 64 mode imitates the
controls from the original N64 version
using the circle pad to control your
vehicle. Gyro mode allows you to use the
3DS’s gyroscope to control your vehicle.
Gyro mode is fun, but if you want to be
accurate, you will stick with the classic
controls. In a special bit of fan service the
entire original voice cast of the N64 game
was brought back to rerecord their iconic
lines. “Do a barrel roll!” never sounded
better.
The Legend of Zelda: The Ocarina of
Time 3D
This is a remake of what many
consider to be one of (if not the) greatest
video games ever created. The adventure
follows Link in his journey through
Hyrule, to stop Gannon from obtaining
the Triforce and enslaving the kingdom.
He uses classic Zelda weapons and items
such as the boomerang, hookshot, and
Master Sword to conquer the dungeons,
travel seven years through time, and
rescue princess Zelda. The game has
been completely remade by Japanese
developer Grezzo, with a new engine and
controls. Developed to “fit the original
artistic vision” of the game, Ocarina has a
charming look that not only is reminiscent
of the original game, but looks great on
the 3DS’s hardware. Features like the
iconic music system with the Ocarina
are present in their original form, with
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bed dirty.
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It's like my stomach's on its period
where any little thing could set it
off and piss it off for a really long
time.
He puts his wet shorts on my
chair... it's like he ran through
a sprinkler but the sprinkler's
his junk.
new additions like a hint system, boss
battle mode, and gyroscope controls for
weapons available. For the more hard core
fan, there is even a second, more difficult
master quest available. The master quest
mirrors the over world of the main quest,
changes the dungeons to make them
more difficult, and enemies do double the
damage. The Ocarina of Time 3D is the
definitive edition of the iconic game.
Mario Kart 7
The newest edition in the classic
go-kart racing franchise by Nintendo,
Mario Kart 7 comes with updated tracks,
racers, and karts, to offer the most robust
experience of the series. New items
such as the Tanooki tail, fire flower, and
Lucky 7, add a new layer of mayhem to
the races. With 32 tracks in all (keeping
with the series standard of remaking
16 old tracks) and four racing modes,
there is plenty of variety for single-player
racing. Also included are the classic time
trial modes and ghost races to give some
challenge in besting your lap times. That
being said, Mario Kart is not simply a
single player series, and the multiplayer is
what really is cool about this sequel. With
both offline and online multiplayer, you
can connect with just about anyone to
race. The addition of matchmaking and a
community system (which allows racers to
customize their racing preferences) makes
this one of Nintendo’s more extensive
online offerings. You will come for the
single player grand prix, but you will stay
for the online competitive modes.
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REVIEW
The End of Winter: Oscar,
Holday Season Rejects
by CASEY MATTOON
The Woman in Black
Daniel Radcliffe, Janet McTeer and Ciaran Hinds
I want to start by acknowledging that for the first few minutes of watching Daniel
act onscreen, numerous Harry Potter references worked their way through my head.
This was something I was genuinely concerned for, because breaking past a character
you have played in eight movies (which constitute the most successful film franchise
ever) is not an easy task. That being said, Daniel’s performance was convincing and was
supported by a superbly executed suspense film. The Woman in Black is a movie based
off of a play that was based off of a book of the same name, written in 1983. The play
is the second longest-running non-musical
play on London’s West End Theater, and last
year, the College of Idaho PC took a group
of 30+ students to see it performed by the
Idaho Shakespeare Festival. While that was
a treat, this movie exceeded expectations by
turning out a truly terrifying rendition of the
expertly crafted story. The best part of the
film, aside from a wonderful set production
that came off as realistic instead of cheesy,
was the director’s knack for holding and
creating suspense. Instead of relying on jump
and scare as the only source of fright, the
film espoused a suspenseful environment that
coordinated with every element of the plot.
This is not your average scary movie, and that
is what sets it apart. Its setting relies on the
remoteness and primitivism of pre-modern
technology to create a sense of separation. The
desperation of the town seeking shelter from
their superstitions ultimately allows The Woman
in Black to portray itself seamlessly.
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This Means War
Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine and Tom
Hardy
Like the director’s most notable movie series,
the Charlie’s Angels franchise, This Means War
tries for fun/happy but fails to entertain. Tom
Hardy gives the only interesting performance,
while the other two likable stars are unable to
pull life or intrigue into this dead story line.
Lined with funny moments and beautiful
people, you can watch this and be entrained,
but nothing that happens will prevent you
from Facebooking on your smart phone or
texting your BFF during the movie. I know
this might sound harsh, because if you have
actually seen the movie, I would bet that most
of you have enjoyed it overall. But from a
technical standpoint, this movie is shit, and
frankly, it is time that we, as viewers, demand
more than a mindless romantic comedy. Hiding
itself as a spy/action thriller, This Means War is nothing more than a flick that boils
down to a who-loves-who scenario with “hilarious” turns and “surprising” humor. My
advice— wait until free movie Monday when this will be at the dollar theater (my guess is
that will come very soon). Or, rent it at Redbox with at least one person, so the most you
are paying is sixty cents. Better yet, if you want to see this because you like the cast, find
other movies to enjoy them in which are far superior. Whether you have not seen them
or it has been a while, give these titles a watch to get your fix. For Reese, check out the
classic Cruel Intentions, where not only is the movie hilariously mean, but you get to watch
the film in which Reese and Ryan fell in love. For Tom Hardy, just re-watch Inception, or,
better yet, give Warrior from this year a look because it was truly exceptional. Finally, for
Chris, just re-watch two you have probably already seen—either Star Trek or Unstoppable.
Trust me, you will be more satisfied with these choices.
Wanderlust
Jennifer Aniston, Paul Rudd and Malin Akerman
This movie set me up with high expectations. Not only does it hold an incredible
cast of genera legends and have the approval of one of the most influential comedy
producers of the last decade (Judd Apatow), Wanderlust enjoyed huge pre-release hype
from some big players in the business (namely Chelsea Hander). Yet with all of this and
a ripe rating on Rottentomatoes.com, I left the theater unimpressed. What was touted to
be an original script, which by Hollywood
standards has come to mean anything but a
remake or sequel, ended up being a nothing
more than a string of uninventive hippie
jokes morphed into a predictable story
line. What I will say for the film is that it
produced an imaginative alternative lifestyle
choice for people facing the realities of
the recession-defined market facing the
world right now. Why wouldn’t it be fun to
explore the possibility of joining a freeloving, no cost community, when college graduates’ realistic opportunities today often
boil down to waiting tables and getting entry level positions? But the problem is that the
film overwhelmingly relies on outlandish stereotypes to garner laughs which ultimately
produce nothing more than a few giggles. Timing and spunk were the main elements
missing from the screenplay of this first-time writer, both of which could have amplified
the best parts of the film to produce more entertaining results. This is a renter at best, as
proved by the terrible box-office performance it had in its first weekend out.
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OPINION
Hammered! A column for drunks, by a drunk…
Vol. 1, Issue IV: The Kentucky Cardinal Fart
Dear Imbibers,
Because this is a monthly column, I
feel like I’m supposed to write an article
that pertains to the month in which
it is published i.e. Halloween article
in October, Thanksgiving article in
November, etc. So it’s only natural that
when I began my quest for this month’s
drink, it would be Irish in nature due
to our celebration of St. Patrick’s Day.
The beauty of St. Patrick’s Day is that
it comes after St. Valentine’s Day—and
what a better way to spend your time
after the month of love than by taking a
bottle to the face, either to celebrate, or
escape whatever that month provided. I
figured that for March I would be writing
about Irish Car Bombs (which is where
my adventure begins), but eventually I
decided on something else: The Kentucky
Cardinal Fart, create by yours truly. I’m
sorry to disappoint those of you who
thought you would be reading about what
it means to be Irish, as this article does
not heed to that classic convention. If this
is a problem for you, I will offer a slight
execution of your wishes by giving you
an authentic Boston-Irish response: Go
fuck yourself. For everybody else, pull up a
stool; this is Hammered!
As previously stated, I began my night
with the impression that I would have
to create and imbibe an Irish Car Bomb.
I enlisted the help of my companions,
Parker and Aaron, and together we
embarked on a journey that would teach
us the value of camaraderie and creation.
Together we drank the Car Bombs:
glasses full of Guinness with a Baileys/
Jameson Whiskey shot dropped in. The
trick is to slam the drink fast, because if
you don’t, the Baileys curdles and you
end up swallowing coagulated alcoholcream chunks. Unfortunately, we only had
enough for one Car Bomb each, and our
thirst for drunken revelry was strong. It
was the night of the long-awaited Socially
Unacceptable party, and my stores of
alcohol were low, but rather than despair,
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we decided that we would make do with
what we had.
Let it be said, for the process of
creation that unbounded beauty and
wretched anguish are both possible
outcomes, and although my comrades
and I were
eventually
blessed
with the
former, it
was not
before
passing
through
the eye of
the latter.
What I
mean to say
is that we
mixed up
some pretty
miserable drinks. The most
notable of our folly was the
Jamaican Olive, which is a
half shot of Jamaican Rum
and a half shot of garlic-olive
juice, garnished appropriately
with an olive stuffed with garlic.
The worst part was chewing the
olive up while the back of my
throat burned like Lucifer had
pissed down it.
From the rough, we did discern a
diamond. We decided at one point, quite
randomly, to put equal parts Bailey’s Irish
Cream, Kahlua, and Jim Beam’s Devil’s
Cut 90 Proof Kentucky Bourbon into a
shot glass, not knowing what to expect.
The Kahlua settled on the bottom, the
Baileys in the middle, and the bourbon
formed a clear film on top, mixing in with
and muddling the cream in the mid-layer.
I was slightly hesitant to toss her back, but
I nutted up and drank it. The bourbon hit
first, and the hot sting was followed by the
coffee and cream sweetness in the lower
layers. We’d discovered the nectar of the
gods.
We found out later, before we’d
decided upon a name for this drink, that a
shot with equal parts Bailey’s, Kahlua, and
Crown Royal (another type of whiskey),
is called a Duck Fart. The Kentucky
bourbon prompted us to take a look
at the state bird of Kentucky, which, it
turns out is a cardinal, thus the name that
pays homage to the state: the Kentucky
Cardinal Fart (for all of my Cardinals out
there reading this, it is mere coincidence
that the drink’s name bears semblance to
our Order—remember, O.C.A.C.).
Later that night, we found ourselves
at the Socially Unacceptable party, which
got busted by the police.
For many, this was a sign
that the party was over.
There’s nothing more
depressing than seeing
a raging party full of
vigor, happiness, and
alcohol get shut down
by the cops—but
thanks to the
vigilant spirit
that resides in
the College
of Idaho
student, the party
was revived in another location. Just
as my own lack of alcohol had threatened
to stop me from creating a fantastic drink,
so did the CPD threaten to kill the party
that night. This would not have been
acceptable, and it so it was not tolerated—
it may have taken multiple attempts, but
the end result was worth it. Perseverance
was the moral of this story, my friends.
Here I will deviate from my original
premise. I wanted to reserve the last part
of this article to remind you, faithful
imbibers, that your hard earned money
is partially what funds this article. Your
student fees help to pay for this newspaper
and all of the articles in it—articles such
as this one that use words like “fuck,”
and “bullshit.” I might also mention that
the P.C.’s raunchy comedians, profane
hip-hop artists, and the downright dirty
performances by Cabaret also are brought
to you in part by fees collected from
students. I mention this as a response to
an article written in the February issue of
The Coyote, condemning the shirts given
out for Winterfest and for Diversity Week.
The argument was twofold: our student
fees are being used to promote vulgarity
that not everybody “values” or “can
enjoy,” and that our public image is being
sullied by these promotions. Whether or
not you choose to read this publication,
it exists in a public sphere and represents
the college to a degree, and the same goes
for the shirts, Cabaret, and P.C.’s hired
artists, among other things. I guess what
I’m trying to say is that if you’re butt-hurt
about the shirts because you are unable
to enjoy them, being the crude, offensive
articles that they are, I hope you’re also
upset about every other event that our
student fees have paid for but don’t cater
TO YOU. As for the claim that we are a
student body without “class,” I will neither
confirm nor deny; but if you, as a College
of Idaho student, have ever publicly had a
drink, or appeared drunk, while underage
(especially on campus, possibly during
Springfling), if you have ever participated
in the cockfest that is Finney Fun-Run,
or have ever been in or enjoyed the
shenanigans put on by Cabaret—if you’ve
even ever uttered a foul word while a at
College sponsored event, or while wearing
their clothing—you’ve contributed to our
“classless society,” one that I, myself, am
proud to a part of.
As always, remember, that half empty
or half full, that’s alcohol in your glass.
Drink up.
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Warby Parker Glasses
Glasses, whether for fashion or necessity, should look cool. I mean, they are on your
face, you know? That’s a pretty big statement. Buying prescription glasses can be pretty
spendy—like as much as $1,000— when going for the more fashionable variety out
there. However, there are some places you can get good looking, statement-making
glasses for cheaper (how about under $100? Sound good? I thought so). Warby Parker is
a vintage-inspired, fashionable maker of glasses that sells each pair for $95 (prescription
lenses included). What really sets Warby Parker apart from other brands, is their Tomslike charity. For every pair of glasses bought, a pair is sent to someone in need through
their partnership with the non-profit VisionSpring.org. So, you can look great AND
feel great. They have more than 30 different styles to choose from, and they even sell a
monocle (do not get the monocle!). The next time you are in the market for a new pair
of optical or sunglasses, be sure to check these guys out.
Shawl Collar Sweaters
The shawl collar sweater is the cool sweater. It’s the ultimate, anti Mr. Rogers of
sweaters. The shawl collar can also be found on cardigans in a multitude of weights and
styles. A trimmer and darker sweater or cardigan is going to give a dressy and clean look.
A bulkier sweater or cardigan is more like outerwear, and is a perfect way to transition
into the warmer temperatures of spring. When it’s too warm for a winter jacket, a bulky
cardigan is perfect to keep you comfortable outdoors. A bulky shawl
collar has a really chill and laid back feel to it. If you have a bulky
cardigan, button it up all the way, and keep it relaxed the way it’s
made to look. Even if the rest of your outfit is clean and sharp,
the sweater will give off a nonchalant, effortless feel.
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Miansai by Michael Saiger, hook bracelet
This bracelet takes outdoors and recreation and turns it into high fashion.
Needlessly to say, I am a big fan. My take on the bracelet is that it is a nautical look,
but my friend took it to be very “Idaho.” So really, it is fashion-meets-nauticalmeets-Idaho. It sounds to me like this is an accessory the College of Idaho Yacht
Club should be endorsing. These bracelets also come in leather and the hook comes
in three different choices: silver, gold or enamel. If you want more nautical and less
Idaho, then you can choose to have your bracelet clasp with an anchor instead of a
hook. Now, if you are loving this bracelet as much as I am, but are not interested in
shelling out the $55+, then I offer you a simple solution:
Go to a hardware store (such as the one across the
street), and buy the materials to make it yourself.
There are websites and YouTube videos that can
assist you in the construction if you are not a
naturally crafty person. Beyond the bracelet of
my affection, Miansai also makes necklaces,
key chains, cufflinks, tie bars, and rings all
in the same nautical/outdoorsy style. On a
side note, if you have an extra $15,000 lying
around, go check out their solid gold iPhone
case. In my personal opinion, that is an absolutely insane thing to spend $15,000 on, but
hey, whatever.
Mixing Patterns
Mixing patterns is okay. It’s allowed. Do it. Checks, plaid, stripes, florals, and dots all
getting crazy with each other. On the scale of difficulty for how hard it will be to put a
good outfit together, this is up there, but I believe in you. If you are new in the game
of mixing patterns, then stay in the same hue. If you wear stripes with stripes or checks
with check try to have different amplitudes. Big and small— not all the same size of
check or stripe. Pairing dark with light is also a good way to go. If you wear a shirt that is
a lighter shade, accent it with darker items. If your shirt is a dark shade, accent with light.
Really small patterns can look almost solid from farther away, and therefore tone down
the outfit a bit while up close you can see the texture. A classic rule of thumb is that one
of your main articles of clothing should be solid. Throw it out the window. Who
needs rules anyway? Put something together and then look in the mirror. Do you
like what you see? If you don’t, change it. If you do, rock it.
THE COYOTE
FEATURE
What it
means to
“Rush”
by ASHLEY BREWER
I came to the College of Idaho telling
myself, “I will never join a sorority. The
last thing I would want to be is a ‘sorority
girl.’”
I am now a second-time president of
the College’s oldest and only local sorority
on campus, and I am the president of
Greek Council.
This is not because I became a “sorority
girl,” or because I changed who I was. I
pledged a sorority because the sorority I
found, fit me— I a non-sorority sorority:
Sigma Epsilon. It fits me perfectly—
which is exactly the reason to “rush.”
Formal Recruitment or “Rush” is
the process upon which you look into
different Greek organizations, go to their
events, and let them know that you may
be interested in joining their organization.
During this time, the members of those
organizations are looking for members
that would fit in with them and that they
would like to have join.
Here at the college, this process is
combined among three the national
sororities, and when rushing these
sororities, you meet with a member of
each sorority and decide which of them
is the best fit for you. Kappa Alpha
Theta president, Ashley Neher, describes
the process of Rush as “similar to the
beginning of the year in Hayman where
you meet your floor-mates and decide who
you want to be friends with, and get to
know about everyone who is living around
you.” For the fraternities, these times are
allocated differently, depending upon the
fraternity. They are also separate events.
And that leaves us. Sigma Epsilon is a
local sorority and of the sororities, we are
the lone wolves. We have recruitment and
rush at a different time than the national
sororities, and we choose the events and
girls independently. If we like you, we will
want you to join without any intervention
or discussion with the other sororities.
After Rush, and if you are extended a
bid, there is a pledge process if you decide
to pick one of the Greek organizations.
This is a semi-private and secret process
to each organization, and with these secret
events you are in the process of learning
what being a member means to that group.
For the national sororities, this is a sixweek-long process, and Neher explains
that in this time you learn about what the
sorority stands for, as well as some of the
rules that are involved. For the fraternities,
it can last longer than six weeks. And for
Sigma Epsilon, this is a one week process.
One week where the pledges are held to
high standards in order to only get girls
that we know will be great and loyal sisters.
So what makes us different???
Some may say nothing. Some may say
that in general, all the sororities look
the same and act the same, but let’s be
honest— on a 1,000 person campus, that
is bound to happen, and if you are to
join a sorority or fraternity, it is normally
because there is something that drew you
to them, and that you wanted to be a part
of.
Two and a half years ago, I joined
because I fell in love with these odd,
quirky girls. Unlike the national sororities,
I knew that the pledge process was a bit
more intense and rigorous, and that at
one point, this sorority had actually had a
reputation of being “hazers.” This made
me want to join even more. I knew that
if I were to make it through this week, I
would forever have a family— and that
anything that is hard, is worth it. The
sorority fit my non sorority standards.
And I suppose I fit the standards that
they were looking for as well. Each Greek
organization on campus is looking for
a certain sort of person with particular
ideals and personality types, but this is not
to say that they are all the same.
Why is this important you may ask?
Even if you don’t want to be a part of this
college’s Greek life, you should know that
the Greek life at C of I makes up more
than 1/3 the population, and that they
hold the highest average GPA, compared
to non Greeks. This is because there are
study sessions and standards which have to
be met in order to maintain membership
for the national organization.
At the point where you are a member,
there are certain rules that have to be
abided by in order to stay a part of the
organization. These rules vary for each
national organization, but in general,
are basic moral principles and goals to
maintain a healthy lifestyle. I chose my
sorority partly because there are little to
no rules, mostly because for the lifestyle
that I want to live in college, I don’t want
to have rules which might be forced upon
me. I came to college to get away from
my parents for a reason, and if my grades
drop, I want support of my friends and
“sisters” rather than ridicule. But that
is why rush is important. To learn these
things, and to decide what best fits you.
Either way, the Greek life at C of I is a
real family, and it is worth rushing— or at
least checking into.
Love, the SE sorority
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THE COYOTE
FEATURE
Fairly Reliable Horoscopes for the Modern Yotie
by MEGAN MIZUTA
Capricorn
Capricorn (December 22-January 19)
The people in your life might need an extra portion of your time this month, Capricorn.
Give it to them, because they give you extra time when you need it. Bonus points if you
let them vent to you.
Aquarius
Aquarius (January 20-February 18)
Sagittarius
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)
Hey Sagittarius. Spring fever might hit you hard. If you can strike the right balance
between the siren call that is warm weather, and the banshee scream that is a midterm
paper written in a windowless room, you’ll be in good shape for the next six weeks.
Scorpio
Scorpio (October 23-November 21)
Aquarius, sometimes life is hard. Sometimes all you want to do is hide
in a blanket fort. This is not a long-term solution, but once in a
while, it’s okay to take a break in a fort made of blankets. You
just have to remember that you can’t stay there forever.
Scorpio, sometimes you might feel a little restless here. The good news is that
there are tons of interesting people around, so talk to them instead of
running away to New York/Paris/Seattle/LA. It’s the more economical
option.
Libra
Pisces
Pisces (February 19-March 20)
Libra (September 23-October 22)
Aries
Aries
(March 21-April 19)
Virgo (August 23-September 22)
Pisces, make sure you stay balanced this month.
Sometimes it’s hard to have enough time for everyone
and everything. But juggle well enough and you’ll be
rewarded. Not with a literal award or anything, just
feelings of contentedness.
Libra, it’s good to keep your curiosity acute. It’ll keep you
younger than all the anti-aging creams in the world. So keep
on being inquisitive Libra, and we’ll all be jealous of how good
you’ll look when you’re old.
Virgo
Sometimes you’re not sure about what you want, Virgo. This can be
frustrating to you and those around you. The good news is that once
you figure out what you’re after, you have the ability to go after it. Unless
it’s climbing Mount Everest or something ridiculous like that.
Aries, you should be on the lookout for hidden opportunities
this month. Search high and low, and you may be rewarded for
your vigilance. This bodes well for any Easter egg hunts you may
be attending.
Leo
Taurus
Leo (July 23-August 22)
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Hi Taurus. If you’ve found yourself in challenging situations this past month, don’t fret.
You’ll rise to the occasion and spit in the face of adversity.
Leo, it’s time to buck up and face the music. Whatever you’ve been avoiding will soon
demand your attention. To prevent excess stress/discomfort/humiliation, just deal with
it now, before it comes after you with a vengeance.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Gemini
Gemini, you’re lucky to have friends with good judgment. It’s not that yours isn’t
good, but sometimes you’re a little too close to the situation to think about long-term
consequences. Or short-term consequences, for that matter.
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Cancer
You may find yourself longing for something or someone this month. Stop pinning for
whatever it is and make a move, Cancer. Yes, bad things could happen, but good things
could happen too.
The upcoming Chorale concert with the
Boise Philharmonic
Number of people who took the Walk of
Shame the morning after Toga
Finally using the CEL
By the Numbers
19
by SIMON LYNES
Number of varsity sports teams on
campus
24
30
7
Number of years Berger has
taught at the College
Number of sororities/
fraternities on campus
Not having Spring Break Plans
Room Draw
THE COYOTE
FEATURE
What is the RHA?
by SIMON LYNES
A short answer is that the Resident
Housing Association (RHA) provides
support for hall programs and gets new
things, like microwaves, for the dorms
when they need it. But this only grazes
over what they do. For more details I
asked RHA president Jessie Davis exactly
what the association does. She had this to
say: “RHA is not just about buying stuff
for the dorms. RHA exists to make the
dorms a more comfortable living place for
students. We do not get much recognition,
but we provide a lot for the dorms and
students that live on campus.” If you feel
like your dorm is in need of something
(within reason) then chances are that the
RHA can help you, all you have to do is
find and talk to your RHA representative
about it. Jessie went on to say that the
RHA not only provides support for dorm
life, but they also, “plan one big event
each year (the Oscar Party) for campus
residents to enjoy.” The RHA also helps
RA’s plan and provide hall events for the
dorms. As if that weren’t enough, soon
you noticed boxes made out to Easter
Seals-Goodwill sitting around your dorm.
This is the result of RHA efforts to give
back to the community by providing the
option to donate any excessive clothing
to those in need. More information about
this project will be available soon.
The Oscar party was held in the
McCain pub on Sunday February 26.
Unfortunately, due to some scheduling
conflicts and a few monstrous assignments
due that week, the turnout was not a high
as in previous years. Those who could go
were treated to glittering ribbons falling
in a curtain from the ceiling. As you went
in and walked down the red carpet you
could pick up a goodie bag with candy
and ramen (not mixed together) and a
sheet to guess who the big winners would
be that night. Awards were given out to
the best dressed man and woman there
that evening; the winners this year were
Aly Hall and Brad Roybal, each of whom
got to go home with a $20 gift card to
Edwards cinema. The food (provided of
course by Bon Apatite) was excellent and
it was clear that a lot of time and hard
work went into putting the event together,
unfortunately for whatever reason, this
year the Oscars landed on a date that was
not terribly convenient for the students of
C of I.
The Scholarship Gala
The “Scholarship Gala” may sound
self-evident, but it was only when I had
to write this article that I discovered that
this is the grandest and biggest fundraising
event held by C of I. It is an annual,
formal, black-tie-optional event with
dining, live entertainment, silent and live
auctions, and socializing, to celebrate the
tradition of excellence of the College of
Idaho, and to ensure the continuity of
academic distinction. The magnanimous
support for the teaching and education
at C of I from its alumni, faculty and
staff members, and loyal friends from the
Treasure Valley Community were displayed
at last year’s Scholarship Gala. The College
had launched its “Advance the Legacy”
campaign and it turned out to be a huge
success, with a full house of 650 people
in the event, with a total of $168,000
by NASHFA HAWWA
which went towards student scholarships.
Hopefully this year’s total will prove to be
even bigger success than the last.
This year, the theme is “Spotlight on
Science,” in order to pay homage to the
long-standing commitment to the sciences
from C of I, but also to ensure the finest
instruction and education for students.
Dr. Henberg says, “our science programs
are and always have been an outstanding
representative of that standard.” C of
I enjoys a sophisticated faculty-student
research collaborative program, in
accordance with the reputation of its
founder William Judson Boone, known
for his competence and commitment to
scientific endeavors. This year’s silent
and live auctions were sponsored by the
U.S. Bank and Caxton respectively, while
the Blue Cross of Idaho sponsored the
“Adopt-a-Yote” paddle-up. Live and
silent auction items were donated by C
of I trustees, alumni, friends, supporters,
faculty and staff members, President
Henberg, and generous members
of the Treasure Valley community.
Entertainment was provided by the
Decade Blues Band, and remarks were
made by President Henberg, as well as
students and faculty members from the
science department.
There was also a raffle contest, where this
year’s raffle item was the use of a gorgeous
2,000 square foot home in Prescott, where
the Arizona mountains provide a regal
backdrop from the tasteful back patio of
the semi-rural house. The person who sold
the most raffle tickets won a $75 gift card
to Barnes & Noble, to be used online or
in-store. All the proceeds from the gala
will go to funds for student scholarships,
and will contribute to stimulating student
creativity and academic entrepreneurship.
It is important that we realize the value
of this grand-scale event. One of its main
purposes is to provide scholarships for
our bright and capable students, because
the College recognizes the need for
student scholarships, particularly those
for leadership and academic or athletic
performance. We, as students, have
strong faculty and staff members, board
members, alumni, and supporters from
our community that contribute to making
our college experience more fulfilling
and worthwhile. Moreover, it is also an
occasion to appreciate the commitment
made by the College to provide us with
an education that is exceptional to the
students, as well as a rewarding experience
for our teachers.
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EVENTS
Reoccurring Events
Children of Eden
Events Calendar
School events by EMMA GEORGE
Local events by MEGAN MIZUTA
March 30, 31, April 6, 7 at 7:30 p.m.,
March 31, April 7 at 1:30 p.m., $17.
Nampa Civic Center Brandt
Auditorium
Xanadu
March 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31, April 6,
7, 13 at 6:15 p.m., March 22, 29, April
5, 12 at 7 p.m., Show only General $18/
Student, Senior, Military $15. Friday and
Saturday— Dinner & Show General $39,
Show only $20. Student Rush—Anyone
with a valid student ID may purchase discounted tickets beginning 10 minutes before
curtain time. Thursdays $10, Friday and
Saturday $15.
Treefort Music Festival
March 22-25, Single Day Passes
$29-39, Single Day Main Stage
$29, 4-Day General Admission $79,
4-Day VIP $149, Venues: Main
Stage (12th and Grove), Linen
Buildling, Owyhee Plaza Ballroom,
The Crux, 21+: Neurolux, The Red
Room, The Bouquet, The Reef.
See treefortmusicfest.com for full schedule
Events and Festivals
Monster Jam
7:30 p.m., $20-45, Idaho Center Arena
March 14th, Wednesday
On Stage
Afro Massive
10 p.m., $5 Cover, Reef
Broadway in Boise: Damn Yankees
7:30 p.m., $30-50, Morrison Center
Suedehead
6 p.m., $8, The Venue
On Campus Events
CEL Resume Dr.
11:30a.m.-12:30 p.m.McCain Student
Center
Idaho’s Bounty Pick-up
5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Simplot Dining
Commons
Whittenberger Planetarium Hosts
Storyteller Jim Cogan
7:00 p.m., $5/person, Boone Planetarium
Boxing Club
March 14, 15, 26, 27, 28, 29
8:30 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
TEACH Center (Parking lot next to
Jewett)
Spring Musical: “The 25th
Annual Putnam County Bee”
March 15, 16 at 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
March 17 at 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m and
7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Jewett Auditorium
Mixed Martial Arts Club
March 14, 28 10:20 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
March 14, 15, 28, 3:20-4:30 p.m.
March 26 9:15 a.m.- 11:15 a.m.
JAAC
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March 19th, Monday
March 16th, Friday
Gnat Man
March 16, 17 at 7:15 p.m., March 18
at 2 p.m., $13 Adult/$10 Student and
Senior/$8 Children
Prairie Dog Productions
THE COYOTE
On Stage
Andy Frasco
On Stage
Damascus
7 p.m., $12 General/$10 30 & Under,
Boise Contemporary Theater
Poetry Slam Delux
Signup 7:45 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $5,
Neurolux 21+
Waking Jordan CD Release Party
Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $8-20,
Knitting Factory
‘From Haven to Home’ closing
celebration with Dr. Howard Berger
5:00 p.m. Langroise Foyer
March 21st, Wednesday
Brandon Pritchett
9 p.m., No Cover, Reef
March 17th, Saturday
Tyrone Wells
Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $15-30,
Knitting Factory
A Celebration of Irish Culture in
the Treasure Valley
7:30 p.m., $7 per person/$20 per family,
Linen Building
Monster Jam
2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., $20-45, Idaho Center
Arena
March 15th, Thursday
Langroise Trio 20th Anniversary
Celebration
7:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Jewett Auditorium
On Stage
Bill Coffey
8 p.m., $25, Boise Contemporary Theater
Orchestra Concert, BSU Music
Dept.
7:30 p.m., $5 Adults/$3 Seniors
Pilot Error
The Shamrock Shindig
Doors 6 p.m./Show 7 p.m., $6, Knitting
Factory
March 18th, Sunday
Are You My Mother?
2 p.m., $9.50, Morrison Center
Screen
Between Earth and Sky
5 p.m., $10, The Flicks
TVTV Documentary Series Presents The Battle for Brooklyn
7 p.m., $15, The Flicks
THE COYOTE
EVENTS
March 22nd, Thursday
On Stage
Ben Burdick Trio Featuring Amy
Weber
9 p.m, No Cover, Reef
Liars and Wannabes: The Fallen
Idols CD Release Party
Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $8, Knitting
Factory
March 24th, Saturday
On Stage
An Evening with Umphrey’s
McGee
Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $17.50-40,
Knitting Factory
Boise Philharmonic: German
Requiem
11 a.m. & 8 p.m., $25-76.50, Morrison
Center
The Boise Cordsmen: The Music
Man meets Doo-Wop!
2 p.m. $ 7 p.m., $10 General/$5 Students
and Seniors/ $20 VIP, Nampa Civic
Center Brandt Auditorium
Waking Jordan CD Release Party
Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $8-20,
Knitting Factory
March 23rd, Friday
On Stage
Boise Philharmonic: German
Requiem
8 p.m., $23-43, NNU Swayne
Auditorium
Broadway in Boise Presents: Rain:
A Tribute to the Beatles
8 p.m., $33-48, Morrison Center
BYU Ballroom Dancers
7:30 p.m., $18 Adult/$16 Student,
Nampa Civic Center Brandt Auditorium
Comedian Mike Birbiglia
7 p.m., $35, The Egyptian Theater
Region of Doom Featuring
Ripchain
Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $6, Kitting
Factory
Treefor Music Festival Presents
Maus Haus, MOsely WOtta, Dirty
Moogs
10 p.m., TBA, Reef
Kelly Clarkson Stronger Tour
Doors 6:30 p.m./Show 7:30 p.m., $25-55,
Taco Bell Arena
Rags and Ribbons, No Kind of
Rider
6:30 p.m., $10, The Venue
Treefort Music Fest Showcase
Featuring Vokab Kompany, Dedicated Servers, Oso Negro, Charles
Engles FM
10 p.m., TBA, Reef
Screen
THRIVE
2 p.m. & 7 p.m., $5, The Egyptian
Theater
March 25th, Sunday
On Stage
Design the Skyline, the browning
6 p.m., $8-10, The Venue
Rehab
Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $13-25,
Knitting Factory
March 28th, Wednesday
On Stage
Slam of Steel
Workshop 6 p.m./Signup 6:45 p.m./Show
7 p.m., Student $1/General $5, Woman of
Steel Gallery
The Playa’s Ball Featuring King T
7 p.m., $8, Knitting Factory, 18+
March 26th, Monday
Story Story Night - Betrayed:
Stories of Et Tu, Brute?
Doors 6 p.m./Show 7 p.m., $5, The Rose
Room
Clubs
Catholic Hour
6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Simplot Dining
Commons
March 27th, Tuesday
On Stage
I Set My Friends On Fire
6 p.m., $12-14, The Venue
On Campus Events
ALAS meeting
11:40 p.m.Upstairs McCain
TERRA Meeting
12:00 p.m.Upstairs McCain
TaxAide Tax Services
5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Student Senate Chambers (upstairs McCain)
CKI meeting
5:30 p.m. Upstairs McCain Library
Late Night
9:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. KAIC
Odds and Ends
CEL Resume Dr.
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. McCain Student
Center
Idaho’s Bounty Pick-up
5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Simplot Dining Commons
March 29th, Tuesday
On Stage
Donavon Frankenreiter
Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $17-41,
Knitting Factory
Monophonics
10 p.m., $7, Reef
Yellow Ostrich, Howler
8 p.m., $6 Adv/$7 Door, Flying M
Coffeegarage
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THE COYOTE
BENCHING WITH BERGER
Part Four: SpringSummer, 1970
by DR. HOWARD BERGER
In the last issue of the Coyote, I
wrote about how events outside of
the classroom, in the Fall of 1968,
transformed me so very, very, much. Now
I will write about the energizing events of
the Spring and Summer of 1970.
The Spring of 1970 at George
Washington University, as at almost every
other college/university in America, was
rocked by the American invasion of
Cambodia. Protest marches and rioting
erupted. At GWU, student "unrest"
reached dangerous levels. Protests—
almost hourly—led to violent disruption
of classes, and vandalizing of laboratories.
And then on May 4, 1970, word reached
the student community that four students
had been shot to death at a protest at
Kent State University in Ohio. Campus
organizations all agreed that classes had
to be suspended immediately. Across
the country, one by one, colleges and
universities closed and sent students home
for summer weeks early.
There was a huge student protest in
DC that spring, against a Billy Graham
(America's foremost Christian evangelist)
Crusade that was to be held at the Lincoln
Memorial. It was well known that Rev.
Graham was a strong supporter of
American policy in Vietnam. So he was
perceived to be a good target.
By that Spring, I had been in so many
rallies and so many marches, that they
had become really routine. I had been
teargassed; I had been attacked (but not
hit), by a cop with a billy club. I had sung
often, marched naked once, been really
high at a rally led by Peter, Paul, and Mary,
and had loved every hour of this stuff.
So here was another one. It was
slightly different. Thousands of students
from George Washington, Georgetown
University, American University, Howard
University, and the Universities of
Maryland and Virginia, marched to the
Lincoln Memorial. There were the usual
anti-war songs and slogans—some fun,
it was God Himself who
inspired me NOT to bring my
wallet that day!!)
Spring Semester ended early that
year, and I was very excited. I was about to
take off for a two month program in the
Negev (desert) of Israel. It would be my
first trip to Israel. I had signed up to be a
volunteer on a Kibbutz—an agricultural
The evening went better than
the actual event—but the event
happened, and the world seemed
like a different and better place
to me.
some obscene—and they approached
the large Christian Crusade. But it was
a really hot day, and at some point,
people—including me—stripped naked
and jumped into the Reflecting Pool in
front of the Memorial. I don't know why
we did that—nor do I know what Rev.
Billy Graham thought of the thousands
of naked students splashing in the Pool-but I thought it was great, and I loved it.
Finding our clothes when we got out was
a riot. I have no idea whose underwear and
pants I put on that afternoon as I raced
back to the campus. (To this day, I believe
collective based on the ideas of Charles
Fourier and Karl Marx. To me—even
to this day—it was the two months that
truly separated boyhood from manhood
in my life. Yes, it was THE summer when
IT happened. And that happened at the
Metropole Hotel in Tel Aviv that July.
Like me, she was an American volunteer
working at Kibbutz Mashabeh Sadeh—a
half hour by bus from Beersheva. The
evening went better than the actual
event—but the event happened, and the
world seemed like a different and better
place to me.
I
also
worked very
hard. We got up
around 4:00 a.m. and did agricultural work
until sunset. I picked cotton, peaches,
almonds, avocados, and grapefruit. They
fed us according to the traditions of
the kibbutz—which meant we were fed
poorly. Breakfast and dinner were the
same: we each received a whole tomato,
a whole cucumber, a green bell pepper,
and bread. (Though one night all the
Americans went crazy with joy when they
gave each of us a box of Sugar Smacks
with a pint of milk.)
What a great few months it had been: I
had jumped naked into the Reflecting Pool
in front of thousands; I had made love to
a girl for the first time; I worked my ass
off and felt I had actually helped (albeit
in a very small way), the small struggling
State of Israel. I returned to GWU
refreshed and rebooted.
This, my 30th year, is a year of
reflection. I reflect back on that marvelous
transforming Fall of 1968, and I reflect
back on that marvelous transforming
Spring and Summer of 1970. I have been
lucky indeed!!
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