February 22, 2012 - College of Idaho
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February 22, 2012 - College of Idaho
Feature: From Haven to Home Review 22 Opinion: A Classless Society Music Reveiw: Scars on 45 THE CAMPUS NEWSPAPER OF THE COLLEGE OF IDAHO 22 FEBRUARY - ISSUE 8 2 14 Basketball Breakdown by TYLER THURSTON 15 It’s Called a Snow Drought by KARE TONNING 15 Better Late Than Never… by SIMON LYNES A&E by SIMON LYNES 11 Howl-Outs 12-13 Haiti: Poverty in Paradise by DANIELLE BLENKER 14 Blood Drive FAQs by JENETTE NOE 17 Texts from Last Night 18 Fighting Goliath: How Small Businesses Survive in a Big Business World by LORRAINE BARRERAS THE COYOTE 16 Every Reason You Will Ever Need 9 Hammered by ANDREW HEIKKILA 10 A Classless Society by MITCH RUDDY 13 Academic Dishonesty and the Honor Code by ALBERTO SOTO 28 Benching with Berger by DR. HOWARD BERGER 7 News Blurb by LORRAINE BARRERAS REVIES 11 By the Numbers NEWS by DANIELLE BLENKER 4 C of I Scores Without Football by AMANDA FRICKLE 4 Dr. Robert Dayley: Professor of the Year by CAMILLE FLOURNOY 5 Horoscopes by MEGAN MIZUTA 6 Looking Internationally: In America’s Defense by NASHFA HAWWA 6 Bitches Be Crazy by JESSIE DAVIS 8 Which Will It Be Tonight… A Chick Flick or Dick Flick? by LACEY KNIEP 8 Nothing Says “Love” Like Crush Soda by KATHARINE HOEHNE 9 Coyote Tales by LORRAINE BARRERAS 11 A Request from the Cafeteria by SONAM D. SHERPA FEATURE FEATURE 3 Editor’s Note OPINION SPORTS Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS to Go See the C of I Spring Musical by Rob Lanterman 17 From Haven to Home by SAVANNAH OTTMAR 19 Featured Artist: Renee Howells 27 Pic of the Issue by DEREK JANSSEN 24-27 Events Calendar by EMMA GEORGE and MEGAN MIZUTA 20 Fashionably Forward by SARAH SILVA 21 Bargain Bookshelf Book Reviews by LORRAINE BARRERAS 22 Music Review by TYLER THURSTON 23 Videogame Review by LORRAINE BARRERAS EDITOR’S NOTE When I was five years old, I began to take part in a group that would label me as “uncool” for my entire junior high and high school career: Girl Scouts. When most people think of girl scouts, they probably think of two things: Girl Scout cookies— and stereotypical porn storylines. When I think about Girl Scouts, however, those aren’t the first two things that come to mind (surprising, I know). Instead, I think a lot about the girl scout motto and “law” that goes like this: “On my honor, I will try to serve God and my country, to help people at all times, and to live by the Girl Scout Law.” There are several promises within the law, but a few that stick out to me now are “I will do my best to be honest and fair,” “considerate and caring,” “courageous,” “responsible for what I say and do,” and “use resources wisely.” Unfortunately, at some point last month, caught up in a busy schedule, a whirlwind of responsibilities, and a period of thoughtlessness, I made a bad error of judgment and forgot a list of moral “laws” which have helped guide me since I was a Daisy. Regardless of the dismal social status I would later on acquire in my secondary education, my five year old self would be very disappointed in me right now. A few of you wrote in regarding the last issue of the Coyote (Issue 7: the C of I Oscars) in response to the article “Least Likely to Come to Class.” The article, about 200 words on the second-to-last page of articles in the issue, was meant to be a joke. Unfortunately, that is not at all how it came across, and instead, it exhibited a condescending tone and unfair accusations. Kyle Sherrick, the recipient of this award, is not a freshman, and it is no business of this newspaper Letter from the Editor what decisions he makes regarding his classroom attendance. And so, for the unfair, rude, and uncalled for statement of this article, I would like to express my most sincere apologies both to Kyle and to this campus. I have no excuse, and I take full responsibility. I cannot express to you the extent of the embarrassment I feel over the entire incident. Also, there was another error in that article. A professor’s name was listed among the third place recipients by accident. The name was received as a “funny answer,” and was not meant to seriously suggest that this professor does not go to class. Rather, if it had been listed as a “funny answer” (as it was intended) it would have been humorous because of how ridiculous it would be for this professor to miss class for any reason other than an extreme situation. This mistake is yet another for which I take full responsibility, and I would like to apologize for not catching an error that was untrue. Unfortunately, mistakes are an integral part of learning. No one likes making them, least of all me. Anyone who knows me would likely say that I’m a perfectionist when it comes to my work, and I tend to over-think everything, trying to be considerate of every angle and every person’s feelings if my decision is one that affects others. Being editor of the student newspaper can be a really rewarding job, and a really stressful one. It’s my responsibility to ensure every writer gets credit for his or her work, on their articles, in the table of contents, and in the “contributors” section (in this EDITOR-IN-CHIEF PUBLICITY MANAGER HEAD LAYOUT EDITORS COVER Danielle Blenker Skylar Barsanti & Lorraine Barreras PAYROLL MANAGER Jason Hunt COPY EDITORS Karissa Tatom, Megan Mizuta, Camille Flournly DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Jessie Davis Andrew Hiekkila Renee Howells FACULTY ADVISOR Alan Minskoff CONTRIBUTORS Amanda Frickle, Danielle Blenker, Megan Mizuta, Camille F lour noy, Nashfa Hawwa, Jessie Davis, Lorraine Barreras, Lacey Kniep, Katharine Hoehne, Andrew Heikkila, Mitch Ruddy, Sonam last issue we ran short of time in doublechecking for problems before going to print, so the “contributors” listing is another area of mistakes). It’s my job to double check the content of the articles that go in, and to make the final call on which articles are placed and which ones are left out. Every typo, every layout error, every unfair statement reflects upon me, and in the end, is my fault. I am the last reader before an article goes into the layout process; I am the last viewer of the “completed version” before it goes to the Idaho Press Tribune to be printed. If I don’t catch an error, that error ceases to belong to the writer, becoming mine instead, and I take responsibility for it. In most cases, it’s easy to see problems after printing and let them go because they’re small. In this case, my error was not small, and it is not easy for me to forget, nor to forgive. It is important to always be kind, conscientious, caring, considerate, and fair. Above all, in the newspaper world, it is important to be honest. Furthermore, the Coyote, as a campus-wide resource, should be used wisely, and in this case, it was not. I allowed it to harbor a joke gone too far, and let it poke fun at a student who could not defend himself. I hope you will forgive this error. The C of I Oscars were not meant, in any way, to offend or to be cruel. They were actually meant to do the opposite— celebrating some of the amazing people who stand out on this campus, and giving public recognition to the various fun and colorful personalities and facets which add texture and originality to this community. It was meant to bring together students, THE COYOTE professors, and staff so that all could be appreciated for their individual strengths. I fear that regardless of the numerous other awards and articles which conveyed a sense of pride and positive attitude in the last issue, people will not remember it for its merits, but only for its major mistake. Unfortunately, we as humans tend to linger on the bad and ignore the good (hence this issue receiving more student feedback than any other, and all of that feedback being negative). I hope that this will not be the case, because the truth is that there are so many people and classes and parts of our college community that were recognized and appreciated in the last issue that deserve to be dwelled upon so much more than this article. I hope you will understand, if not forgive me, when I say that I know the article shouldn’t have been included, and if I could, I would go back and take it out; as I cannot, please don’t dwell on it, and enjoy the other articles instead because I can give no more than this apology, and I hope that that’s enough. I can’t promise to catch every error in the future, but I can promise to not make the same mistake twice. As I’ve written in many of the personal apologies which have been sent regarding this last issue, I am my hardest critic. I will not allow another slip of judgment, and I hope you will continue your appreciation for the Coyote because the many writers, copy editors, and members of layout staff who contribute and work so hard to provide you with this newspaper, deserve it. Yours faithfully, Danielle Blenker Editor-in-Chief Sherpa, Alberto Soto, Jenette Noe, Tyler Thurston, Kare Tonning, Simon Lynes, Rob Lanterman, Savannah Ottmar, Renee Howells, Sarah Silva, Stephen Anderson, Emma George, Derek Janssen, Dr. Howard Berger Articles may be submitted by emailing them as a Microsoft Word file to danielle. [email protected] or [email protected] Or, submit to the Coyote Student Newspaper Group on Facebook. Skylar Barsanti, Lorraine Barreras, Kare Tonning, Lacey Kniep Letters to the editor are welcomed and will be printed as space allows. Letter may be edited for grammar. Letters can be emailed to [email protected] or sent to the address below: Anonymous letters will not be printed. LAYOUT About: The Coyote is the student-run campus publication of The College of Idaho. We provide a forum for student, faculty, staff and administrative voices. The opinions presented here are not necessarily those of The Coyote or The College of Idaho. The Coyote The College of Idaho 2112 Cleveland Blvd. Box 52 Caldwell, ID 83605 Payment: The Coyote pays $0.03 per word, $15 for an original piece of art, $30 for an original cover and $5 per photograph. Writers will be reimbursed for costs pertaining to reporting at the discretion of the editorial board. Reimbursement must be sought in advance. Advertise and Anything Else: Contact Editor-in-Chief Danielle Blenker at [email protected]; OR, message, post, or comment to our facebook page: The Coyote Student Newspaper. 3 FEATURE/FROM THE DESK OF PRESIDENT FRICKLE C of I Scores Without Football by AMANDA FRICKLE There are many things that make C of I great: the way campus looks in the fall, the various campus traditions that make our time here worthwhile, and the challenging academic environment that makes us better people. We truly have a unique culture on this campus, one that equally values working hard and playing hard, one that takes pride in our athletes, our artists, our student leaders, and our international community. As a result, we elderly Yotes tend to be hesitant when it comes to change, and at this time our school faces an enormous proposition. It comes as a surprise to no one that C of I continues to confront a budget deficit. As a result, the Administration and the Board are constantly searching for new ways to overcome the shortfall and keep the college going strong. The most recent suggestion of how to accomplish this involves the establishment of a football program at C of I. For those of you who don’t already know, C of I Football is nothing new to Caldwell. In fact, the school had a football program for a number of years until its decline in 1978. While there are certainly other extenuating circumstances to consider, the program was largely discontinued as a result of lagging financial returns to the college. While I in no way consider myself a financial expert, I worry that this could be a problem once again. It seems the Board agreed with that sentiment when they voted against a similar proposal in 2005. There are a variety of factors to 4 account for when considering adopting a proposal such as this. The first must be the financial projections for such a project, and details regarding this information should be released to campus soon. There will be costs and potential gains, and the campus must decide whether these benefits are worth the risk. Secondly, an increase in student population will place more pressure on staff and faculty. We must work to ensure that our college employees are appreciated and taken care of them for all their hard work. Thirdly, the implementation of a football program would drastically alter the culture we so enjoy at C of I. This change could be for the better or for the worst, and it is up to all Yotes to make that determination. Finally, before a final decision has been made, student opinion must be heard and given due consideration. After all, students constitute the lifeblood of this most beloved institution, and our success can only be tied to that of the college. In the following weeks, there will be numerous campus discussions regarding football and how it could or would fail to serve our school. Make sure that you gather all the necessary information, that you be present, and most importantly, that you speak up. As the title of this article indicates, for me, C of I is already amazing without a football team. We have all that we need to succeed and more, and I personally love our campus the way it is. That being said, my opinion is no more important than yours. After all, we’re all in this together. Dr. Robert Dayley: Professor of the Year by CAMILLE FLOURNOY In the past several years, the College of Idaho has had four professors honored with the Carnegie Foundation Idaho Professor of the Year Award. The recipients of this award have been Dr. Jim Angersano, Dr. Kerry Hunter, Dr. Rochelle Johnson, and most recently Dr. Robert Dayley. I was finally able to sit down with Dr. Dayley after the immediate excitement had died down to hear some of his personal reflections on being the recipient of this award, as well as the process that led up to it. For the Carnegie Award, there are national and state recipients. Both national and state winners are chosen on the basis of their extraordinary dedication to undergraduate teaching, determined by excellence in the following four areas: impact on and involvement with undergraduate students; scholarly approach to teaching and learning; contributions to undergraduate education in the institution, community and profession; and support from colleagues and current and former undergraduate students. Dr. Dayley was nominated by Dr. Kerry Hunter to the board. When Dean Dr. Mark Smith approached him to ask if he could nominate Dr. Dayley for the Carnegie Award to the foundation, he was delighted. “I felt very honored and humbled to be considered for being nominated for such an award,” Dr. Dayley said when I asked him about his first reaction to the nomination. However, the true surprise and excitement came when Dr. Dayley was informed of being the winner of Idaho’s Professor of the Year. He was honored at a reception in Washington D.C. and was given a personalized award certificate, and THE COYOTE received both national and local media recognition. Dr. Dayley also was able to bear the College of Idaho flag. “More than anything, I was surprised at actually receiving the award. Being able to represent the College of Idaho by being the recipient of this award is the one of the best things I was able to experience. We have so many faculty members that dedicate so much of their time and efforts to the College. I feel we should be winning an award every year because of the great staff. It’s why we attract some of the best students in the nation, because of the dedication that goes into teaching here at C of I.” Discussing the amazing teaching talent with Dr. Dayley here at the college took me back to one of the main reasons why I decided to attend C of I almost three years ago: It was the knowledge that I would receive one of the best educations available. I have found the opportunities here at C of I to be about the quality and personalization for the student, rather than the quantity of activities that one might find at a larger university. Having professors like Dr. Dayley, Dr. Angresano, Dr. Johnson, and Dr. Hunter, as well as so many other dedicated faculty here at the College of Idaho to share their expertise and knowledge with the students, reasserts this belief. When I asked Dr. Dayley about what he plans to do now that he has been through so much excitement, he leaned back in his chair with a sigh. “Keep teaching,” he said, “and participating in a vibrant research life.” What more could one want? Sounds like living the dream to me. FEATURE Fairly Reliable Horoscopes For the Modern Yotie by MEGAN MIZUTA Aries (March 21-April 19) Be on the watch for potential financial problems this month, Aries. That means you need to call your parents up and get your FAFSA done. That also means you should rethink any late night Taco Bell runs you’re contemplating. Taurus (April 20-May 20) THE COYOTE Libra (September 23-October 22) If you’re feeling a little lost this month, remember that you can always count on Bro Tips to lead the way. Spend a while perusing the helpful hints about being a bro, and you’ll feel a renewed sense of direction. Scorpio (October 23-November 21) Someone has been on your mind a lot this month, Taurus. It may be your sweet old grandma or it may be that person you’ve been soliciting through the personals. If it’s the former, pick up the phone and call her. If it’s the latter, place an ad in the Coyote to further entice your potential romantic partner. Gemini (May 21-June 20) You’ll soon feel a bout of confidence, Gemini. This might also give you a bad case of wanderlust. Take this newfound sense of self and restlessness, and go adventure on a whim. But remember, pics or it didn’t happen. Scorpio, the weeks ahead hold the potential to crush you like a tiny, tiny bug. But if you manage your time as well as you’re supposed to, you will persevere like a cockroach in a nuclear attack. Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) You’ve been in a rut lately and it’s time to snap out of it, Sagittarius. If you don’t do something challenging and exciting soon, all you will be able to do is retell old stories, and nobody likes that. Cancer (June 21-July 22) Capricorn (December 22-January 19) You might feel overwhelmed in the next few weeks, Cancer. But don’t worry, you can turn to your friends for moral support, as long as moral support consists of distracting you and helping you procrastinate. Words can hurt, Capricorn. Yes, you may have a ton of quips to dish out, but be mindful of what you say. And remember—never ever ask a girl if she’s tired, or tell someone they look tired. Leo (July 23-August 22) Leo, it’s time to start taking all your fortune cookies seriously. Eat one with every meal, and the meaning of life will reveal itself to you. Also, great success will come your way if your lucky number is 3, 21, 42 or 66. Aquarius (January 20-February 18) Bright days lie ahead, Aquarius. Take advantage of this period of happiness and spread the cheer. Maybe you can bake a batch of cookies and share them. Virgo (August 23-September 22) Virgo, it’s time you come to a conclusion regarding that big decision you’ve been dwelling on. If you are still feeling muddled after making a choice, you probably chose wrong. But that’s ok, be glad that you made a choice at all. Pisces (February 19-March 20) Pisces, concentrate on being kind this month and you’ll be rewarded. Actually, you should be kind all the time, but it’s ok to start small. 5 LOOKING INTERNATIONALLY/FEATURE In America’s Defense by NASHFA HAWWA I love the fact that I am an international student. I love it. What I love more than that, is being an international student in America. Sure, many people back home think I lead a miserable life among racists and idiots and Islamophobes, (of which there are many in America); they imagine me as something utterly alien to America, and them ( the Americans, and America) utterly alien to me as well, and the people back home see these two things as ones that cannot be bound together in harmony. However, three years in this country has made me realize that as alien as a Maldivian could be in America, and as alien America is to this tiny Maldivian, America lets you BE and it lets you be in this way that alienness and American-ness are intermingled so perfectly that you suddenly find yourself in harmony with this great, big, fat place. As an alien, America hits you HARD in your face, and divulges all its secrets: its grandeur, its splendour, it nastiness, its brutish histories. What you see and experience is nothing more and nothing less but a tarnished and yet equally fresh America every day. One that is full of hope and exasperation all at once. The best thing is that you keep on learning and believing that you can make a difference. This is what this country does— it makes you believe you can do stuff, because we are in AMERICA, after all, the world’s greatest country. You meet complete idiots and you get mind boggled by the hatred and ignorance of racists, you feel in awe when you hear about past heroes, or all the good, kind and brave-hearted people, the smart-ass billionaires and innovators…. you meet genuinely warm and wonderful human beings and they are all Americans— it’s all America. In these three years, I have met the most clueless and brightest people in this country. Some of the sweetest people I know are American. Some of the people who teach me here are the smartest people I know. The thing is, you don’t get fed one side of what America is, or was, or can be, you just experience it and you feel America for what it truly is and can be when you are an alien. The weird thing is, after a while— let’s says about two or three years— you start insanely falling in love with this stupid country, this country full of idiots and bigots and fake people. You hear things— bad things about America— and you start thinking, no— wait a minute— I KNOW these people, they are not bad people; they are sweet and honest and loving, and they Bitches Be Crazy: one page of the unintentionally hilarious texts that autocorrect messed with. I spent more time looking at that than thinking of something clever to say about it. I’m being perfectly honest, too. Damn you, autocorrect, Stop being so funny. #7. Reddit.com: This site has everything. I know people that have blocked it from their internet access because it’s so distracting. It is great for everything from political news to ridiculously funny images or videos. If you have a paper due tomorrow, look at reddit.com and you won’t think about the paper until it literally is the last minute. #6. Facebook.com: I used to think this was the top procrastination site ever, but that was before I realized stalking people was weird and socially unacceptable. Now, I just spend time looking at other websites and then post a hundred million Top Ten Procrastination Websites by JESSIE DAVIS #10. LOLCatz: Everyone likes silly pictures of cats with funny, misspelled text. Since my freshman year, these loveable kitties have been a staple in my life. They relate to everything which makes looking at them so easy. Besides, cats are adorable. #9. awkwardfamilyphotos.com: This site not only provides a good laugh, it also provides confirmation that your family (or school) photos are not nearly as bad as they could be. The site recently added Awkward Pet Photos and they are definitely worth looking at too. #8. Damnyouautocorrect.com: It was literally impossible for me to read just 6 THE COYOTE will accept you just as they have accepted me. They will not start burning Korans, they make one of the best cheesecakes I know, and NO, they are ALL not fat, in fact many people are health-freaks and love sports, they are even obsessed about it. And yes, many people are very good hearted and not all of them are sly and have evil intentions on invading countries. Crazy as these may sound, when I think of America now, I think of the people who serve me food in the cafeteria with genuine smiles, the ones who give me extra cookies and vanilla soy milk and noodles. They are AMERICAN too, and I am extremely fond of their cooking and sweet smiles. The ones who teach me and make me so jealous because I want to be as smart as them one day— they are AMERICAN too and I love and respect them and I want to find excuses to speak to them so I can conjure conversations with them about literature and politics and world economics. Some of the really nice kids I see around, (not the assholes that ignore you when you smile at them) the people in my classes, the ladies in McCain, the people who make my food in the caf, they are some of the kindest and most humane people I have met, and so NO, not everybody in America is vile and evil and full of hatred for Muslims and black people or other inferior countries. Of course I knew this before I went to a United World College after all. What I have realized however, is that I was resisting this pride that has kindled inside me, to tell people that I am proud to study in America and yes, EVEN in Idaho. Most importantly, and scarily, I find myself having the need to stand up for Americans, to tell people back home and my friends elsewhere in the world, let go of your snotty prejudice and bias, America is a great country and yes, even IDAHO. has its own arid charm, I suppose. Its people can be tolerated and its people are full of sincerity— a tad slow sometimes in terms of geography but they can’t help it, and its sprawling with Mormons but so what? It’s still great and I have taken a fancy to this place. I find myself creating the same justifications as I would for my own country. America has its own faults, just like my country, and so what if America isn’t as gorgeous as my country (America can’t have EVERYTHING)? So what if some of America’s faults are bigger than my country’s? (My country really hasn’t had a CHANCE to make faults, I must admit, it’s too bloody small) But still... three years in this country has made me soft and it has made me feel like I am a part of this place, this grandeur, this splendour, this ugliness, this nastiness and its brutish histories that we call America. And maybe this is one of those things that makes America a truly great country. things on my friends’ Facebook pages. I would apologize if I didn’t think everything I posted was completely awesome. #5. Memebase.com: Even if they don’t all entirely make sense, it’s almost impossible to stop clicking “NEXT” at the bottom of each page. Most of them are hilarious, but unless you have an ungodly knowledge of pop culture, some of them might not compute. But, it really doesn’t matter— you can skip those and keep looking. #4. Cracked.com: This website has articles about a lot of different topics including sex, movies and TV, sports, history, etc. The crazy thing about Cracked.com? It seems too good to be true—but a huge part of me wants to believe it is. Cracked also has photoplasty which is often badly done, but quite entertaining. #3. Attackofthecute.com: Any decent person would rather spend countless hours looking at adorable little animals than doing homework. Updated multiple times a day, Attack of the Cute is one of several addicting websites that include iwastesomuchtime.com, grouchyrabbit. com, and dearblankpleaseblank. com. Basically, it’s the door to endless possibilities. #2. Pintrest.com: OH MY GOD! I spent more time on this website than I did on this whole article. No joke. It’s probably not super interesting for guys—although it does have some amazing looking food recipes. But if you’re looking for a million great ideas all on one wonderful page, this is the place to go! #1. Stumbleupon.com: With one click, the whole internet opens its door to you. You hardly have to do anything except keep stumbling. You’ll find awesome things to post on your friends Facebook pages which they will appreciate because, let’s be honest, they don’t want to do their homework either. NEWS THE COYOTE Coyote News Blurb Significant and Insignificant Tidbits of Happenings Beyond Campus by LORRAINE BARRERAS // Trends // Jellyfish: The New Goldfish With an innovative tank design, jellyfish are said to be the next goldfish ● Wired Magazine ● January 2012 ● Online // Odds and Ends // Iran, Sarcasm, and Toy Drones When President Barack Obama requested that Iran return a drone that crashed last year, an Iranian toy company made an offer to sent tiny replicas to the President ● CNN ● January 12, 2012 ● Online // Odds and Ends // Rate My Subway Rat New York City residents and workers, outraged by spikes in rat infestation, started a ‘Rate My Rat’ contest to rate the most disgusting rat picture ● Air1.com ● January 10, 2012 ● Online // Odds and Ends // Parking Garage of the Future! Parking garage architecture is getting more advanced, with designs that look like tilting stacks of plates, shiny glowing walls, and other stylized appeal ● Yahoo.com ● December 25, 2012 ● Online // Animal Kingdom // Not Quite Albino A rare penguin has been found with a mutation that lightens his feather pigments, making him almost albino, and a complete odd-ball to his fellow penguins ● National Geographic ● January 12, 2012 ● Online // Odds and Ends // Friday the 3 13ths 2012 is a year for Friday the 13ths, with 3 of them placed 13 weeks apart ● USA Today ● January 13, 2012 ● Online // Entertainment // Re-purposing a Nuclear Cooling Tower A new indoor amusement park in Germany makes its house in an atomic energy plant ● Wired Magazine ● January 2012 ● Print // Crime // Potty Purse Thief While a woman was using the bathroom at a waterfront restaurant, the neighbor in the stall next to her snatched her purse, and ran ● Air1 News ● January 25, 2012 ● Radio // Apparel // Celebrating 100 Years with a Boot L.L. Bean celebrates 100 years with a boot on wheels ● Yahoo News ● January 16, 2012 ● Online // Technology // Printing Up Ice Sculptures A professor at McGill University created a machine that makes 3-D objects out of ice ● Wired Magazine ● January 2012 ● Print // On the Web // PIPA? SOPA? NOPA! The web blacked out in protest against the proposed antipiracy bills, from blacked out headlines, to blacked out websites in order to create awareness of what these bills could mean for web users ● Wired Online ● January 18, 2012 ● Online // Travel // Sad Irony and Sinking Ships As the Costa Concordia sank, survivors claim the Titanic theme was playing in one of the ships restaurants ● Air1 ● January 24, 2012 ● Online Quote of the Issue: “Imagination is more important than knowlege. Knowlege is limited. Imagination encircles the world.” - Albert Einstein 7 FEATURE Tissues from lonely evenings and tastetested chocolates fill the garbage cans; we have survived yet another Valentine’s Day. Whether you got in touch with that special someone or had a homework-infested evening, the lonely person’s loneliest day has come and gone. The options of activities were endless for that Tuesday night of romance, but what you did in particular, I’ll never know. I can confidently say that I spent the evening happily staring at my future husband… and holding jumbo sized popcorn with butter of course. A perfect movie for Valentine’s Day was The Vow where Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum made a film of 2012’s response to The Notebook. Who ventured to this land of ecstasy with me you ask? What else is a boyfriend good for other than being in the accompanying seat to watch romantic comedies with you, and to be the giver of chocolates and flowers? (If you can answer that question in less than a minute then good for you; the rest of us girlfriends will just have to find the answer to that question in time.) There was a little glitch in my evening, however. My valentine wanted to spend the evening staring at his future wife, Kate Bekinsale, in Underworld: Awakening, and even though I said I could dress all liken-killer-like, he was not interested in attending a much more engaging movie such as The Vow. Ladies, let’s face it; if there are no women dressed in clothing too small for a child, explosions, fight scenes, or an unstoppable plot to destroy the earth that must be stopped, a man will simply not be interested in the movie, no matter how much you plead and beg. However, there are ways of meandering through such obstacles that even the most reluctant of men cannot endure. I can guarantee that there are those of you out there that have tried various persuasive techniques just to get a man’s cooperation in a desired activity, and some techniques may have worked while others may not. As much as it pains me to admit this, I have even gotten to the point where I said that I would buy my boyfriend a new XBOX game if he went to a particular 8 by LACEY KNIEP Which will it be tonight… a chick or dick flick? movie with me. For those of you who don’t know the price for a single game— it is far more pricey than a simple movie, and shortly after that deal I received an email informing me of an overdraft in my bank account. So it is clear that we cannot just buy our men whatever they desire for an occupied seat in a theater, or a shopping buddy, or for them to feel obligated to spend the extra $30 on a dozen roses rather than $5.00 for one. There comes a time in every relationship where both parties involved must not only dedicate their time and cell phone minutes, but must also demonstrate some form of commitment. Now the depth of this commitment depends entirely on the relationship, and for some, very little commitment may be needed (which is fine). Whether it is microscopic or large, however, some sign is likely to arise. I believe this particular time of commitment has appeared multiple times in my relationship, and some demonstrations of it may have been more successful than others. The most successful time occurred during Christmas break when I sacrificed my time and sleep, and dedicated my motherly instincts (if you could call them that), and various other odds and ends to my man. For you see, during the Christmas break of my sophomore year, my boyfriend had surgery. Surgeries happen every day and there is no cause for alarm, but a surgery other than my wisdom teeth being taken out had never occurred during our relationship. After his surgery, he was unable to get up or eat solid foods for quite some time, and he would be home alone during the days so it was my moment to retaliate, or reach a level that would end my pleaded movie nights. Knowing that there are multiple potentially good movies coming out soon I chose the THE COYOTE latter of course. So for those two weeks, I was a better girlfriend than I have even read about in books or seen in the movies, starting with the fact that I stayed the night in the hospital with him so he wouldn’t be alone— I was a super girlfriend. Since then, I have gotten to choose the movies, and whenever there is an argument I can always pull out the “How many times did I help you get up to go to the bathroom?” card. While not everyone can use the excuse of helping their boyfriend through surgery, and while sadly, I know that there is an expiration date on even the kindliest of deeds, if for some tragic reason you can’t beat ‘em, join them to watch the latest number of Mission Impossible, whichever number it is (yes, I have sat through this movie but what number it is of the series? Eh… I don’t know— it wasn’t my night to choose the movie.) *Dick Flick: An action packed, explosion filled movie catered to the male demographic. In no way shape or form is this in reference to a porno. Nothing Says “Love” like Crush Soda by KATHARINE HOEHNE The romantic holiday of Valentine’s Day fell upon us once again; and fortunately, whether you were single or seriously in love, the ladies of Kappa Alpha Theta had a treat for you. Nothing said, “I love you” like a tasty Crush soda. They were sold every day at lunch 11:30-1:00 p.m. in McCain all during the week of Valentines and, for only $1. “That’s cheaper than what pop in McCain costs, and this is for a good cause!” shared Adrian Richey, new Chief Marketing Officer for Kappa Alpha Theta. It wasn’t just romantic love, but also sisterly love that the Thetas tried to bring to The College of Idaho campus. Crush Bottle sales benefited the Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation which supports scholarships, grants and Thetas in need. “It’s very beneficial in building strong women,” said Richey. It is nationally run, and helps women all over the U.S., and works to ensure Thetas everywhere can achieve their professional dreams. The scholarships and grants received can go to alumnae and have also helped women in natural disasters, such as Thetas who lived in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. Here is how it went: students paid $1 to send a Crush to their crush (or friend) and the bottle was put into the recipient’s mailbox. The person who received the Crush could then pay $1 to find out who sent it to them, or the person who sent the Crush could pay $2 to make the whole thing a secret. If you paid the $2, no one would ever know it was you, and your secret admiration could continue without embarrassment. The Thetas were eagerly encouraging students to participate in Crush because “it’s a really exciting way to reveal your crush! Or if you’re shy, it’s a fun way to let them know you like them without telling them who you are. And everyone loves Crush soda: orange is my favorite flavor, but there was purple and red too,” shared Ashley Neher, the current Theta president. Last year the Thetas earned $100 for the Theta Foundation, and the goal this year is to double the proceeds. The Thetas are off to a great start, but the total amount raised is still to be determined. Richey says she is really proud of the sales and is looking forward to Mr. CASAnova this spring. Thanks for all your support, Yotes! The Thetas hope their fellow students had a fun time with their crushes. THE COYOTE OPINION Hammered! A column for drunks, by a drunk… Vol. 1, Issue VIII: Valentines Day by ANDREW HEIKKILA Dear Imbibers, Being that it’s February, I am very inclined to talk about Valentine’s Day (even if it has passed), because it is possibly one of the most reacted-to holidays in existence. Last year, I wrote an article about the evils of consumerism and its commercial clutch on this meaningless holiday. To recap, I did my research and found out that there were a lot of martyred saints named Valentine (around 13 or 14 according to catholic.org). Over time, the actual historical record of Valentine was lost, resulting in confusion over which of the St. Valentines the day was commemorating in the first place, so the Catholic Church deleted in from their calendar. At the same time, a new story—a legend if you will—was being constructed in romantic fashion, and St. Valentine became the patron saint of lovers. This is usually attributed to Chaucer. My point is that nobody knows who St. Valentine really was, and the stories about him writing love poems on heart shaped leaves, or being jailed for marrying together Christian couples is all a fat load of shit. Valentine’s Day has become a commercial holiday, just like all the rest, but is also the only holiday that puts extra stress on men with girlfriends while taking a giant dump on single men too. The conundrum is that men have to perform romantic acts for their lovers, or else they will look like they are inconsiderate, even though a real romantic act should be selfless and without coercion. And even though all of the other downtrodden, lonely men know that it’s a crock of shit, they still wish they had somebody to come home to as well. I have a solution for all men, so pull up a stool boys and girls because this is the fuck-valentine’s-day edition of Hammered! Don’t get me wrong, I am all for men being chivalrous to their women. In fact, I think that men should pay for dinner dates a huge majority of the time, should bring home their partner gifts at random, and should open doors and all of that. If you’re a real man, you don’t need a holiday to remind you to how to treat your partner. However, I do think that women are the real beneficiaries of Valentine’s Day. Like I said before, it’s a day where men are socially ostracized if they don’t buy their girlfriends chocolate or a fancy dinner, etc. How many “free massage” coupons are desperate men printing off this year? And what do women do for us on this day? And don’t say sex, because that’s a mutually beneficial situation—and and check the fridge for food, and when she turned around I was still sitting on the couch, same position, but I was naked. I looked at her, visibly upset and asked/ yelled, “Where am I? Miranda, where am I at?” As the story goes, my condition worsened and eventually I started crawling around the house like a drunken three year old, because I couldn’t walk anymore. Eventually I made it to the tub where I wanted to nap, and then flopped out of the tub so that I could vomit my brains out in the toilet. In the end my girlfriend had to take care of me, cleaning up my if you tell me it’s not then you’re either lying or a virgin. Even year, single men are tricked into thinking that this is the one day that they should grab their sac and go for it, buying a box of chocolates for the woman they’ve secretly pined for all semester (nine times out of ten it’s a disaster). This year I propose something different. The idea came to me after I woke up a couple of weeks ago hung over, asking my girlfriend what had happened the night before. She told me that after a long night of partying at Gould’s and Aguas’s house, she’d had to basically carry me home where she sat me down on the couch. She turned around to put a couple of slices of bread in the toaster vomit and all. If that’s not love, I don’t know what is. The type of night where I get so drunk that anyone, let alone my girlfriend, has to take care of me is a rare occurrence. So trust me, I didn’t do that on Valentine’s Day, but I think that everybody else should in the future. Women, you feel free to do whatever womanly things you want to do, but maybe once, perhaps next Valentine’s Day, you should make the day totally about him. Otherwise, I took the liberty of looking up a couple of manly drinks for you men to sample… if you have the balls. A few kept showing up on multiple sites, such as the Boilermaker, which I’ve had the pleasure of trying and involves dropping a shot glass of whiskey into a cup full of beer and chugging it all down. Another one that sounded absolutely horrible was the Spicy Sandstorm, which is 1 ounce of scotch, 1 ounce of gin, a smattering of Tabasco sauce, and garnished with a couple pinches of ground pepper. There were a couple of other drinks, including The End of History Beer, which costs around 800 dollars a bottle and is sheathed in a dead varmint, or the Liquid Steak, which is just a shot of 151 mixed with bit of Worcestershire—my favorite, however, is the Bakon Flip. The Bakon Flip calls for 1.5 ounces of Bakon’s bacon flavored vodka, 1 ounce of Irish cream, 1 whole egg, and .5 ounces of Maple syrup. If that doesn’t taste like the shittiest breakfast you’ve ever had, I don’t know what does. While I do hope that all of the couples out there did love and appreciate each other on Valentine’s Day, but next year I propose to let the men be manly, women be whatever you want, and ultimately let us all boycott the absurdist nature that Valentine’s Day has adopted. Single or not, remember on V-Day that, half empty or half full, it’s alcohol in your glass. Drink up. 9 OPINION A Classless Society by MITCH RUDDY Students at the College of Idaho are well on their way to creating a classless society. Now before you go running off to tell Kerry Hunter “I knew it could work,” let me explain. As a group, Coyotes are quickly becoming a classless society, meaning we are losing our class. The worst part is that this is happening because of the way student groups on campus are advertising us as students, and as a community, and that this advertising doesn’t necessarily reflect how classy we are. The recent clothes handed out at campus events have been snide at best, and at worst, are downright offensive to people. Of course there is always freedom of speech and expression to be considered when dealing with material that is used on a college campus. Perhaps part of the idea behind the “Party and Bullsh!t” and “FCK H8” shirts was to be as controversial as possible, and aim for shock value, hoping it would appeal to forward-thinking students. However, this kind of in-yourface apparel is obviously demanding, so much so that people think and talk about how we should treat such expression. The making and distributing of these clothes at least elicits some kind of a response. So here it is. First off, who should decide what kind of speech or expression should be tolerated at the College of Idaho? That depends. When the College name or seal is printed on a garment, there are very strict regulations on what can be said. Similarly, posters that are hung in the caf, dorms, or academic buildings have to be in good taste. The reasoning behind this is that 10 students are subjected to these words and images whether or not they choose to be. Conversely, someone reading the Coyote is doing so by choice, and therefore is agreeing to the fact that they may subject themselves to the authors’ opinions and word choice. So where do the shirts fall on this spectrum? Are they objects that will inherently expose people to profanity whether or not they want to see it? Or are they symbols of expression that the wearer knowingly agrees to? In a way, they are both. Students and faculty have no choice if someone decides to wear one of the shirts around campus or to class, but the shirts were free (sort of) and if you didn’t like them, you didn’t have to take them. The argument of censorship vs. freedom of expression does factor into this issue, but I think that we need to look beyond it. Students should have the right to express themselves how they want, and not how the administration wants them to. But with that right also comes a responsibility. We need to think about how we want to portray ourselves to the outside world. This isn’t the job of the administration or the faculty, but rather is our duty as students with the capacity for self-governance. Are you happy with the clothes that were given out during Winterfest and Diversity Week? Let’s hope so. You did, after all, pay for those clothes with your ever-increasing student fees. The fact that many of the students like the clothes is evident just by looking around campus. I saw one girl wear the “Bullsh!t” sweater to class everyday for a week. However, many other students I have talked to were upset. They all seemed to echo the feeling that they wouldn’t be able to wear these shirts anywhere, or found them just a little bit too over the top. One argument I heard for the shirts was that if you would say something in front of one group of people, you should be willing to say it in front of the rest and not be two-faced in your relations. While I understand that honesty with yourself and others is important, I think it’s also important to point out that not all students on this campus value profanity. It would be so easy to make a sweatshirt containing song lyrics that conveyed the message that we THE COYOTE like to party and have a good time without using profanity. Instead, PC decided to push the envelope, effectively alienating students who were excited for free stuff, but not willing to don a crass sweatshirt. Again, we all paid for these shirts with our fees, but it’s clear they are certainly not meant for all of us. The “FCK H8” shirts are something of an anomaly to me. The point of the shirt (as I see it) is to combat prejudice and bigotry against people based on something that they can’t control. The point of Diversity Week in general was to open minds to the fact that we can all coexist happily and shouldn’t alienate or classify one another by religion, race, or sexual orientation. Using language like “FCK H8” is completely antagonistic to this goal. The shirt does the very thing it is trying to prevent. It creates a division between people who support profanity and those who wish to abstain from it. Not only does it put people into two distinct groups but portrays an ideal of acceptance only for those people who are accepting. In other words it urges us to hate those who hate, creating more divisiveness. It was brought to my attention that this slogan was not just thought up by C of I students, but is part of a national campaign against intolerance. My response would be so what? Just because it’s large and organized doesn’t it make it classy. And if I, as a 21 year old college student who is fairly up to date with current affairs, didn’t know it was a campaign, the mom at Wal-Mart or the prospective student walking through the quad certainly won’t. I know for a fact College of Idaho has some of the brightest and classiest students in the country. However, PC and EC would rather ignore that and paint us as stupid, arrogant, trend followers who don’t care about how we appear to our professors, incoming students, or peers in the world of higher education. And they are doing it with your money. If you think that we can convey our messages in a more creative manner than by using profanity, and if you want your student fees to go towards something that the whole campus, rather than just a target group, can enjoy, talk to your favorite EC, PC, or Senate member. THE COYOTE FEATURE A Request from the Cafeteria by SONAM D. SHERPA We all love caf to some extent. Sometimes we complain about the food, and other times we brag about how delicious the food is and how awesome the staff and chefs are! However, sometimes things get a little beyond than that. Below are some requests from Matt Caldwell and from the cashiers: 1. Recently Matt saw lot of unproductive and disrespectful comments on the suggestion board. Basically a ton of ranting and also lot of WTF in the comments. The caf has the suggestion board in order to get feedback to improve the food service. Ranting and nasty comments do not provide constructive feedback, nor do they make anyone happy. Matt requests all of us to be polite and respectful when giving feedback. PLEASE AND THANK YOU GO A LONG WAY!! actions like opening the door for others proves it. We share only so much space together; we need to be considerate of people around us. Who would like to sit at a table that is full of dirty dishes filled with leftover food and dirty napkins? No one! Also, scraping your uneaten food into the trash before putting your plate into one of the tubs is courteous and helpful— not to mention it takes less than ten seconds. Helping yourself when you are done is one of the little things that I learned in my primary school and at home. 5. Last but not the least; ECO-CLAMSHELLS are REUSABLE and NOT DISPOSABLE. PLEASE bring them with you to the caf, or throw them in the recycling bins in residential halls. 86% C of I’s graduate school acceptance rate 35: Berger’s age Less than a month until Spring Break! 3.59: The average GPA of a C of I student (though sadly not mine) By the Numbers by SIMON LYNES Tax Returns Chocolates with cherries in them 2. Another thing— there are some changes in food items this year. Matt would like to clarify that those changes are made not to cut costs, but to cater to surveys and students’ opinions. <3: Months left of school 3. The back door leading to the Simplot dorm is made for convenience purposes, not for people to sneak in. Microsoft Word starter edition not having the ability to make footnotes! 4. Based on my experience working in the caf, I have noticed some people leave their dirty plates and cups on the table after they are done eating. We are small caring community, and Howl-Outs Pic of the Issue: by Derek Janssen I know ice cream and new dresses can’t heal all hurts, but I’ll be happy to give my friendship as a band aid for as long as you need it. “I’m A sexual” “Okay… I don’t know what box to check…” Hooray for best friends who keep you laughing long after the joke is probably over Thank you for everything you do, replacing you would be like fixing the windows in Finney. Impossible. I wish I could make you smile as easily as you make me laugh. 11 FEATURE Haiti: Poverty in Paradise by DANIELLE BLENKER Port au Prince, Haiti, is not one of the “Top 20” vacation spots in the world. I doubt it’s even in the Top 300. Nevertheless, there is nowhere else I would have rather spent my Winter Break. It’s difficult to know how to answer when people say, “Oh—you went to Haiti! How was it? Did you have fun?” For me, even after being back a while, those questions still leave me grappling for words. Haiti is… Haiti. And I’ve never seen anything like it. It’s devastating; it’s colorful; it’s dusty and sad; it’s chaotic and dirty; it’s beautiful. It’s a complex place which at first leaves you speechless when you see its poverty, and at times, its hopelessness, but it also renders you spellbound as the day wears on and you begin to take in the entirely unique people, language, and aspects of life. Even with all the trash, the tent cities, the dust, the cockroaches, the mosquitoes, and the lack of clean water and reprieve from the heat, it’s hard not to let Haiti steal a part of your heart. It was 18 of us who on one flight or another, met up in the Seattle airport Friday night, January 27. I have to admit I was nervous. Nervous to leave the country, nervous to go to Haiti of all places, nervous to possibly encounter bathroom techniques which did not allow the flushing of toilet paper after its use, and even nervous to be doing all of this with Campus Ministries. Do not get me wrong—I have admired Campus Ministries for a long time, and especially admired those who devote their Tuesday nights to praising the Lord rather than finishing up homework or sleeping— however, their diligent and enduring enthusiasm sometimes has made me a bit nervous in the past, not to mention the silly but not uncommon fear of “Oh my God. What if I talk to these people and decide I don’t like this stuff but they don’t leave me alone?” Stupid, I know, but unfortunately true. Anyway, I’d just like to say that I found 12 Campus Ministries (at least the members who went on the trip) to be some of the most awesome people, and not at all abrasive towards me. I may even attend a Late Night at some point this year. Getting back to what you actually wanted to hear about in this article, our group got into Haiti on Saturday midmorning. Flying into Haiti was a bit of a shock. Even though we’d all been warned that Haiti was a sort of tropical desert due to deforestation, it was still so weird to circle landscape rising out of the ocean that looked like the foothills of Idaho. It was a brownish-beige rather than lush green. I could spend a lot of time talking about immigration, but it’s sufficient enough to say that it was hot and bathroom-less, and if you’ve never been through immigration before, Haiti is an interesting place to start. We left the airport in a truck I can only compare to an armored car. In fact, it was far less threatening looking, while fulfilling the same prerogative which was to keep us safe. Once we got out into the road, it became apparent to me that it wasn’t the Haitians which were to be feared—it was their driving skills. While in Haiti, I can honestly say that I only saw one stoplight and I’m not sure how much attention it was paid. I also saw two stop signs, but again, these were not observed. Or perhaps they were… just in more of a “Well that’s a nice red hexagonal-shaped object—too bad I don’t have time to stop and check it out” kind of way. In fact, I joked with some friends that perhaps Haitians would have more luck with stop signs if they were written in Creole rather than English (Creole, for you noncultured Yoties, is the dominant language in Haiti, and is a sort of pigeon-French). That first day we got to try our hands at bartering, and even got to see a bit more of Haiti while we were at it. I have never seen such a colorful place. Even with its beige trash-dust all over everything, everything else was colorful and bright. On every street were taptaps—little Toyota truck taxies stuffed with people, the sides of the truck painted with many colors, some exhibiting their devotion to Jesus in white bubble letters. From many high fences, canvas paintings hung, stretching for yards, and below them were even more, leaning against THE COYOTE each other. Pottery also lined the streets. The city was colorful in its music as well. One street corner blared the American Top 20, a stark contrast to listening to the nannies and other Haitian women who sang in sweet but almost melancholy voices as they praised Jesus in Creole at morning devotion during the week. Also, on most mornings we were awoken by water trucks—comparable only to ice cream trucks in that they drive around blaring songs like “Fleur De Lis” and the Titanic soundtrack in order to alert people so that they can purchase gallons and jugs of water, since tap water there is not drinkable. I turned out to be terrible at bartering, though some members of our group were brilliant at it. While I felt pleased at getting a painting for $15.00 instead of the original $45.00, Cody Spencer and Hank Kvamme managed to get theirs for even better deals. I didn’t feel too bad though— who knows what those men went home to every night, and how much they needed the sales. Not to mention the paintings we all bought are beautiful—ones all of us agreed would go for a hundred dollars or more in the states. On Monday morning we began our work. The group which had signed up to build the house left early to dig trenches and pour sand out at the jobsite. see Haiti 13 FEATURE/OPINION Haiti Throughout the week they would encounter many setbacks and challenges, not only within their work, but also due to sickness which each of them had to battle at some time or another. They poured concrete, assembled the structure, nailed together a tin roof which would bring shelter, and worked to make a basic but much appreciated house for a Haitian woman, Fifi, her husband, and for their unborn child. Some of them said that the hardest part was not pounding nails in 90 degree heat, but having to turn away children who begged for water and food. Another part of the group also volunteered to help run a children’s camp. Every morning, preschoolers shyly came in through the tall metal gate. Their camp would include songs, games, bible lessons using storyboards, crafts, and two meals. The group of students who stayed and helped with this part, enjoyed interacting with and helping the kids. They even got to do tie-dying with them. Once the preschoolers left, another group of kids came—these were teens who were in the after-school program. They also got to play games, have two meals, do bible skits, make crafts, and do other fun things such as a water balloon fight and tie-dying t-shirts. It was quite a job to manage such a huge group of kids, but everyone who worked in that group was thrilled to do it, and appeared to find a strong bond with many of the kids. The group I was in worked with the nannies and orphans in a children’s home a short distance away from where we were staying. The children’s home was beautiful and cheerful. The nannies were very friendly. There are three nannies in the children’s home to take care of ten babies. All the kids were well fed and happy. Throughout the week, the group I was with taught classes for the nannies and for the preschool teachers including Development and Attachment, CPR and first aid, Nutrition, and Hygiene. While the nannies were in their classes, those of the group who were not teaching at that time looked after the babies, and I know that there wasn’t one of us who did not fall in love with those kids. Fabiola, two years old and HIV positive, with pipe cleaners braided into her hair was one who I know found a soft spot with Kali Reider. Alexander, almost three and always smiling was one of Sasha Honores’s favorites I think, as she spend a long time working with him on walking which he has not yet been able to accomplish. Three months ago, Alexander was brought down from the mountain by a family who loved him but didn’t have food to take care of him. At two and a half years old, he weighed fourteen pounds. Personally, I fell in love with the two littlest babies, Mickey and Gabriel (4 months and 3 months). Both babies were so sweet and helpless, and Gabriel’s story was one particularly that broke my heart. This is my short personal account of what happened, but believe me—everyone else has even better stories to tell. Everyone who went had such a unique and inspiring experience. I know I’m not the only one who feels it was bittersweet. We did have a lot of fun, but it was also an eye-opening venture which led us to see a world so different from our own, and in many ways, so sad. You don’t know poverty until you’ve been to Haiti, but you also don’t know the extent of human vitality until you’ve met the Haitian people. I am so grateful to everyone who was on this trip for making it a positive experience, to the Tlucek family who opened their home to us, and to the Haitians who let us experience their city and told us stories that will inspire me for the rest of my life. Mèsi. Academic Dishonesty and the Honor Code by ALBERTO SOTO How much would you pay to get out of turning in an essay? How about for getting out of an entire class? Years ago, when I was still trying to figure out what I wanted to do with my life, I stumbled across a simple way of making some extra cash. I began to write essays for a small fee, usually 30 or 50 bucks a pop, but I soon realized that I was getting very little return for the time I was investing in these assignments. I had to find a way of making more money, and one day, a high school friend was complaining about taking an online course. I could take the entire class, I said, for a small fee. My friend was skeptical and asked how, because he would still have to complete the tests. I simply answered that I would walk right in to the testing center and show them his ID; I would then take every single test for the class. It was a very simple plan, and within a few days I simply walked in and took the test for him. A thousand dollars; that’s how much the typical student would pay to get out of taking a class. For a few semesters, I rounded up a small clientele base and began to charge to complete online courses. I never could understand why students would pay me to take their classes and complete their assignments; I would even screw with them and raise the prices in the middle of a course. The rising prices wouldn’t deter them— they would pay— and when they paid, they would thank me. THE COYOTE I was shocked because to me it seemed, to use Nietzsche’s phrase, “like a deep-rooted sickness.” It would be sometime later, once I started up at C of I, that I finally stopped taking classes for other students. It wasn’t because they stopped paying or because the schools began to check IDs, it was because of something else. It was because of our Honor Code. Simply put, students cheat. I know it, you know it, and I’m sure professors on campus know it. A recent study of academic dishonesty on our campus showed that about 58% of students admitted to cheating (131 out of 224 students). Of these 131 students, 35 admitted to plagiarism, 28 admitted to cheating on a test, and 27 admitted to helping someone else cheat on a test. I don’t think that students should stop cheating because of some sort of moral imperative. Rather, I believe that students should refrain from cheating because nobody should sell themselves out for a letter grade. When I first came to the college, I was amazed because for the first time in my life, I felt a sense of autonomy and responsibility given to me by the adults on our campus. This, of course, was the result of our Honor Code, which calls for us to police our own actions. We do a fine job of this outside the classroom: We take care of our drunken classmates, break up late night brawls, and ensure that each other’s possessions are safe. In short, we have created a community unlike any we will ever be a part of for the rest of our lives. I’m not being pessimistic; this is simply a testament to how deeply we have integrated the Honor Code on our campus. The question I ask is why can’t we translate this sense of integrity into the classroom? If we did, we could create an academic environment where students are given much more autonomy, and an environment where we hold the respect and trust of our professors. All of this, and more, will come when students take an active role in preventing academic dishonesty. Don’t refrain from cheating because it’s the “right” thing to do. Refrain from cheating because you will never get another chance to be part of a community where you are trusted completely. For the rest of your life the world will think so little of you that they will expect you to cheat every chance you get. Screw the grade, value your dignity. 13 FEATURE/SPORTS Blood Drive FAQs by JENETTE NOE This issue comes after the latest blood donation opportunity, but there will still be chances in the future. Donating blood is a very safe and simple procedure, but many people are discouraged by unwarranted fear and confusion. As someone who has several years 4. Last time they said I was aneof experience with donating and with running mic and turned me away… blood drives, I wanted to honestly address o Many people get deferred for low these fears and misconceptions. However, the iron levels, and the misconception is best place to get official answers is directly from that they’re anemic. That’s not true. the Red Cross, at www.redcrossblood.org. The Red Cross has higher standards 1. What if I pass out? for the best blood they can get, so o This is a very common fear. Preyou may be deferred with iron levels venting this, for a positive experiother physicians consider normal. ence, is all about proper preparaGirls are more likely to be deferred tion. Hydrate prior to donation by for this, especially when on their peincreasing your water intake (16 oz riod. The best way to avoid this kind more) will help. You also need to of deferral is to increase your dietary increase the iron in your diet. Get iron intake with foods like liver, spina good night’s sleep. Personally, I ach, and enriched cereals. Check the think the best way to prevent passinternet for lists of iron-rich foods. ing out is to eat a healthy breakfast and lunch, so that you’re not running on Empty come donation time. o First-time donors have a greater chance of passing out, so let the staff know to watch you and give you extra TLC. Let them know if something doesn’t feel right during donation. Afterwards, rest a few minutes to recuperate while enjoying free refreshments. 2. Won’t the needle hurt? o The Red Cross Staff members are well trained, and they’ll do their best to minimize the discomfort of the needle stick. You may feel a brief sting, but it will only last a second. If you’re scared of needles, you can look away. It’s a good idea to let the staff know of this fear beforehand. 3. I’m not feeling well, can I still donate? o No! Not only is your body not running at its best, but blood collected is going to people in unstable health situations. It must not be risked. If you’re not feeling well prior to your appointment, please email us to cancel. The sooner you let us know, the more likely we’ll be able to fill your spot with a healthy donor. 14 THE COYOTE 5. I traveled outside of the states. 8. What if I don’t know my blood Can I donate? type? o In most cases, travel will not interfere o It’s not necessary to know your with blood donor eligibility. However, blood type before donating. After it’s a case-by-case basis depending on you donate your first time, you’ll where you went and how long you spent receive a Red Cross donor card there. Check with Red Cross staff to in the mail with your blood type determine if it’s safe for you to donate. listed on it. 6. Can I donate if I just got a tattoo? o Typically a tattoo means a one year deferral from the time you got the tattoo. However, if you got the 9. What are the general requirements? tattoo in a state other than Idaho, o Be healthy check with the Red Cross staff to see if that state regulates tattoo o Be at least 17 years old parlors. 7. I play sports, will this interfere o Weigh at least 110 pounds with practice? 10. What should I bring? o After donating, the Red Cross discourages any heavy lifting for 24 o Bring an ID– either a Red Cross hours. You may feel more fatigued card or driver’s license (something that usual (you just lost a pint of with photo ID and date of birth). blood!), so it’s a good idea to take it o Wear a shirt with short sleeves, or easy that night. You should feel betones that can be rolled above the ter by the next day, so you’ll soon be elbow easily. able to resume your regular workouts. Basketball Breakdown As the regular season draws to an end, both the Men and Women’s basketball teams prepare for the Cascade Collegiate Conference tournaments to begin the week of February 20th. The 2012 seasons have been different for the two teams. The men have struggled while the Lady Yotes are putting together a run to regain the Conference crown. Both teams played host to Eastern Oregon last Friday night. The Lady Yotes took the court first against the #15 ranked Mountaineers. Both teams came into the game tied for 3rd in conference at 11-4, so this game had huge conference playoff implications on the line. Both teams were quite sloppy, but the Lady Yotes pulled it together, thanks to a jumper from Felicity Jones with 27 seconds left to give the College of Idaho the lead for good. The Yotes improved to 12-4 in CCC play with a 44-40 win over EOU. The men struggled by TYLER THURSTON from behind the arc going 3 for 17 while also having 19 turnovers against Eastern Oregon. There were moments the College of Idaho got back within striking distance, but the men could not make the key baskets in crucial moments. The 7860 loss dropped the men to a 4-12 CCC record. Both teams closed up the regular season the weekend of February 17th and 18th. The Lady Yotes are still in contention for the CCC crown, but they will need some help from Corban University. The way things sit right now, Corban and Warner Pacific are tied for 1st at 13-3 in conference play. C of I is just one game back at 12-4. Things will get very interesting this weekend with Warner Pacific visiting the JA Albertson’s Activities Center. Corban hosts Southern Oregon on Friday, whom they have already beaten this season, and then Oregon Tech, which they have previously lost to last December. Corban has the easier remaining schedule of the three teams left in contention. For fun though, let’s say Corban somehow found a way to lose both games and droped to 13-5. Warner Pacific visits nationally ranked Eastern Oregon Friday before heading to Caldwell, who they have already lost to this season, and if they were to lose, they would drop to 13-4. The C of I needs to take care of business Friday night against Concordia, and the game Saturday night against Warner Pacific could be one of the more exciting games of the year with the CCC title on the line. Also, one of the most important nights of the year, Senior Night, was Saturday the 18th, so hopefully you showed up to bid farewell to the Seniors on both the men and Lady Yotes squads. photos from Coyote Athletic’s Facebook Page FEATURE/SPORTS It’s Called a Snow Drought Better late than never… Well, as many of you probably know, this winter has been a bit on an interesting one. Hardly a flake of snow before the end of December? Really? This punishment from the snow gods has pushed back the Coyote Ski Team’s season considerably, causing them to only be able to schedule their first races for the 28th and 29th of January. Despite this minor setback, the team has prepared for the season in their traditional way starting with dryland in the fall, and the Bogus Basin run at the end of the fall semester. By placing head coach, Ron Bonneau in the snow at the top of Bogus on a brisk November day, the snow should have been set to fly any time after that… The lack of snow has forced the Yotes to adapt to this depressing January. Short training trips to Sun Valley, continued dryland training, and a few team bonding activities thrown in the middle somewhere were the only things the team could some snow, the opportunity to train, a powder day, Bogus being open, and the ability to schedule races. As previously mentioned, the first slalom qualifier was held on the 28th and 29th of January at Alpental, in Washington. The Lady Yotes took 4th place in the first Slalom qualifier of the year, and the men team’s placed 3rd. Unfortunately, the second day of racing was cancelled due to rain and the possibility of injury. After a week of training up at Bogus Basin, the team took off for their first Giant Slalom qualifier of the year at Mount Spokane, Washington on the 4th and 5th of February. Day one of competition went well for the Lady Yotes who placed 2nd. Unfortunately, the men’s team had a bit of a rough day, ending up 7th. Day two of competition proved to be better for both the men’s and women’s team. The Lady Yotes finished in 1st and the men were able to take 4th. The team’s season is still far from do other than sit around and wait for snow. Even a sacrificial ski-burning in the Oasis, where they burned a National Championship ski didn’t cure this warm, snowless January. Thankfully, the weather finally changed from rain and the team was blessed with over as the team heads to Steamboat, Colorado, to compete in the USCSA Reginals. If the Yotes place in the top three teams, they will solidify their spot to travel to the USCSA Nationals this year, held in Sunday River, Maine. GO YOTES! by KARE TONNING THE COYOTE by SIMON LYNES Well, fellow rippers and riders and casual weekend warriors, this winter has been sad at best. Except for a few select resorts, Idaho has had marginal snow. Until a storm hit on Wednesday, January 18, our own Bogus Basin faced the possibility of not even opening this year, leaving thousands of patrons who had bought season’s passes well in advance, pissed off. I myself was somewhat lucky in that I was too poor to buy a season’s pass this year, saving me a lot of anguish. I had not counted on the fact that having no snow would affect my mood as much as it has. Without snow, winter doesn’t feel like winter; it just feels like some fucked up spring-fall combination. Not that Caldwell is known for its classically white Christmas Eve’s, but there is something to be said for at least having some sort of a snow storm in the beginning of December to signal the onset of winter. Hell— I would have taken a white New Year’s Eve, or a white MLK day. Having no snow has really been making me irritable and impatient; I have started to understand how my girlfriend feels when I am late handing in a Coyote article. When my friend Sarah and I finally headed up to Bogus on Friday, January 20, the elation was tangible. It was about fucking time. So far the mountains which have had the most luck as far as snowfall, are the Selkirks by Schweitzer, up near Sandpoint, which have about 160” so far. The Tetons are getting their seasonal shellacking as usual, with upwards of 200” of snow on the Idaho side. Brundage by McCall has received about 140” of snow so far. Every mountain has plenty of groomers to cruise on and parks to throw down in; many of them have over 75% of their terrain open. It is safe to say that at this point, the season is in full swing. From what I have gathered, all Idaho ski areas are open for business, and the snowpack is even getting deep enough to start doing some backcountry. But be very careful when it comes to off-piste this year, especially as far as avalanches are concerned… Those of you who are interested in doing some touring or slack-country skiing, please keep this in mind: every avalanche forecast I saw recently, described buried facet layers covered by about three feet of fresh snow as well as very deep weak layers. On the Friday that Sarah and I went up, we did some hiking off of the access road just past the 6,000 ft. sign. I dug a pit and found a layer very close to the ground of large facets. Three separate times I heard the snow pack settle while we were hiking and skiing. Luckily we were in an area with several large bushes and trees to anchor the snowpack; also we were only on a slope of about 18 or 20 degrees. I would recommend that anyone planning on doing backcountry this year should be wary of open north and north easterly facing areas; these are the spots which have seen a lot of wind loading lately. Some of you might be lost at this point, so I’ll put it in laymen’s terms: If it’s steep, deep, and sweet, and stays like that for days after the storm due to a lack of sun light, then stay the fuck away from it. Even though the north and north-easterly faces are more dangerous, DO NOT make the mistake of thinking all the sides of the mountain are safe. An example of the instability this year is a slide which occurred on January 24 on the south face of Taylor Mountain, which is located on the Idaho side of the Tetons. As you can see in the picture, this avalanche was kicked off after multiple people had skied that face. The skier who did trigger it was a well-known local with a large amount of avalanche training and experience. Luckily no one was hurt by this huge slide that had a crown line upwards of 55” and a debris pile over ten feet deep. So there it is, despite the weather dragging its heels initially, things are starting to look good; just be conscious of that deep instability if you are a powder hound on the hunt for fresh tracks. Now get out there and ski fast and be wreckless. 15 THE COYOTE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EVERY REASON YOU WILL EVER NEED TO GO SEE THE C OF I SPRING MUSICAL by ROB LANTERMAN How many of you readers remember taking part in spelling bees when you were younger? Okay, those of you who do, take those memories, add immature college humor, sing some songs about it, and you have the South Park Movie… OR our college’s spring musical: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. The production is directed by Julia Bennet. Bennet is a guest director from Alley Rep Theater in Boise, by the way, and the theater department is very happy to have her helping out here! It was composed and lyricized by William Finn, whose work Falsettos (a two-part play consisting of the musicals March of the Falsettos and Falsettoland) won him the 1992 Tony Awards for Best Music and Lyrics, and for Best Book. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee was actually performed on Broadway about ten years ago, but as of now, it has made its way to the College of Idaho. It was picked by Joe Goldman and Michael Hartwell of the C of I theater department. “[The musical] is about a group of 16 children who come to compete in the regional spelling bee in hopes of going to nationals, [but] only one kid can go,” says Bennet. In the musical, the spelling bee is hosted by a three-time-winning champion, Rona Peretti (played by Jen Dixon), who is now a very successful realtor, and is in love with the spelling bee she was once a part of. There are other interesting characters as well. The spelling bee’s “pronouncer” just so happens to be the student’s Vice Principal Panch (CJ Currie), and Mitch Mahoney (Brock McDonald), the bee’s “Official Comfort Counselor,” is an exconvict performing his community service at the bee (let me just add, from my short time at the rehearsal where I was gathering information for this article, I discovered that Mr. McDonald has some pretty awesome Dick Van Dyke-style dance moves that you do not want to miss). And these are only the non-spellers in the play. “[Each of the spelling students] have quirks that make them unique spellers, and very fun to watch!” says C of I’s very own Courtney Goldy, the musical’s dance and vocal captain (note: she also has a nonspeaking part in the production). So why should YOU specifically go and see it? Well, for starters, you should go to support your fellow students, as well as the C of I Theater Department! Did you know that The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee showcases some of our finest C of I attendees, including Jordan Bowman, Shalena Putnam (who apparently is playing all three members of a family), Jeff Young, Zach Buker, Timothy Rhodes, Ellen Campbell, Jen Dixon, CJ Currie, and Brock McDonald? And did you know that some of the other sexy people playing big parts in this production are stage director Diana Bailey, musical director Scott King, and costume designer Megan Richardson? And we can’t forget Courtney Goldy, who, again, is the musical’s dance and vocal captain! If you did not know these wonderful people were in the play, now you do, and you have NO EXCUSE to not go see the musical. But of course, the people you know in the production may not the sole reason for you to go see it. “I think there’s a number of reasons [for C of I kids to see this production]” says Bennet. “I think that it is very funny [and] it’s contemporary in the sense that characters are identifiable [with older audiences] even though they’re kids. They’re human beings, they’re students, they worry about performance, and they worry about doing well and being accepted– [the] same things that anybody does.” Bennet adds that the characters of the production are also on a path of selfexploration and discovering who they are, something else that is completely relatable to a typical C of I student. It should also be noted that there will be parts for the audience members to play too– literally. There are several parts of the play where a random audience member will be called on stage by a member of the cast and will actually get to play a small part in the production. Sounds exciting, right? Of course it does, because it is! And besides, what kind of sick and twisted person would not want to go see a musical? “Musicals are good for your soul,” says Goldy. “There’s something about a musical that always leaves you feeling really, really good about life.” One thing that both Goldy and Bennet forgot to add to their list of reasons for students to go watch the play is all of the hard work that was put into it. When I went to go interview the director at one of the rehearsals, they ended a half hour late, working out all of the bugs and little mistakes being made. In other words, the actors, actresses, and all others involved in making this production possible have been putting their hearts, souls, blood, sweat, and tears (okay, maybe not tears yet) into making this the best they can for you. Everyone involved is very passionate about what they are doing here and it would be a shame if they did not get the appreciation and the support that they deserve for it. The final product of all this work is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and it is the fruit of their labor— if nothing else, please go for that. Okay now: remember that the College of Idaho spring musical is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, which was performed on BROADWAY, and it has some of your favorite people in it (if it doesn’t, and you don’t know any of the people listed above, leave your room and go meet some of them). It’s going to be hilarious and fun, you might get to go on stage, and of course you will be supporting your C of I theater department! SO MANY REASONS TO GO! Do NOT pass up this opportunity! The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’s dates and times (as of February 13): March 8- March 11 and March 15- March 17, 7:30 p.m. Langroise Recital Hall THE COYOTE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT From Haven to Home by SAVANNAH OTTMAR If you’ve passed through Langroise recently, you may have noticed the large exhibit currently inhabiting the main foyer. This is “From Haven to Home: 350 Years of Jewish Life in America,” a traveling national exhibit that chronicles the Jewish experience here since the first arrival of Jews in 1654. America was a refuge for these original 23 immigrants, and for many, many more in the years after, but throughout time, Jews here have also created flourishing dynamic communities which have contributed enormously to the multifarious religious and social fabric of our nation, and have truly come to call this place a home. “From Haven to Home” illustrates some of the most important, poignant, and interesting facets of this journey in 16 large panels of reproduced letters, art, photographs, and other documents and artifacts from the last 350 years. On the reverse side of each eight-foot wide, seven-foot high panel, some of these pieces have been blown up to staggering heights and give more in-depth information about how that particular piece has impacted Jewish people themselves or the nation as a whole. A full-scale version of “From Haven to Home” was put together in 2004 by the Library of Congress to commemorate the 350th anniversary of the first arrival of Jewish people in America. The American Jewish Historical Society assisted in creating the traveling version of the large exhibition that we see today in Langroise. Since 2004, the exhibit has been housed from Massachusetts to California in museums, malls, libraries, a courthouse, and even at a hotel in Las Vegas, but its stay at the College of Idaho is the first of its kind for this area. It was brought to the college in conjunction with the Howard Berger Lecture Series, and the drive to establish an endowed Judaic Studies chair here at the College, another first for the Intermountain West. Idaho has a small but thriving Jewish population, including right here in the Treasure Valley, with active communities at Ahavath Beth Israel synagogue and Chabad Lubavitch of Idaho, both in Boise. There are also several other and smaller Jewish communities dispersed more widely throughout the state. Though Idaho’s Jewish population may be quite small, it has had a large impact now and in the past. For example, Idaho was the first state to have a practicing Jewish governor: Moses Alexander, who served from 1914 to 1919. This and other fascinating tidbits about Jewish life in Idaho then and now were put together by the College’s archivist, Jan Boles, in the 16th panel of the exhibit, which is reserved blank for local Jewish history to be displayed wherever the exhibit is. This brings a special local relevancy to the exhibit and is a particularly bright note at the end of an already remarkable, information-packed display. January 23 was a big day for the exhibit, our school, and our local community. The grand opening of “From Haven to Home” brought over 200 members of the surrounding area, visitors, college faculty, staff, and students to Langroise for the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Here they also heard opening remarks from C of I’s President Marv Henberg and alumnus Ray Neilson (‘88), who spoke about the importance of the exhibit, of establishing the Judaic Studies chair, and the influence of our very own Dr. Berger in promulgating the love of learning and interest in Jewish traditions. It was at this time Neilson also announced a $200,000 gift from the Craig H. Neilson Foundation, and a $150,000 gift from Neilson and his wife, Nancy, which brought us that much closer to reaching the $2.3 million needed in order to establish the Judaic Studies chair. Sid Lapidus, co-chairman of the American Jewish Historical Society, presented a lecture in the packed recital hall, with visitors lining the stairways and walls to hear him speak. At the reception afterwards, people flocked through the panels of the exhibit, exclaiming at interesting and previously unknown bits of American Jewish history, especially at the Idaho panel. If you missed the grand opening event, or if you didn’t and just want to take a closer look, “From Haven to Home” will be on campus until Spring break, and is available for students to view at any time. Be sure to make time in your spring schedules to stop by Langroise and check it out before it heads on its way. It’s a chance to learn about an important part of America’s history in a thorough and engaging way, and you don’t want to miss it. Texts from Last Night I think your computer needs a new battery. Oh. Does energizer make them that big? We haven’t even hugged yet. Oh… well quit wasting time! La It would be hella embarrassing for the bus driver… the cops are here and everything. La La La La La Go away. 17 THE COYOTE FEATURE Fighting Goliath: How Small Businesses Survive in a Big Business World by LORRAINE BARRERAS According to the Small Business Administration, 50% of small businesses will fail within the first five years. Through lack of experience, lack of money, or even poor location, there are roadblocks that many cannot overcome. Some small businesses manage to keep up hope, however, and these locally owned and operated warriors hang on year after year. By creating an identity, drawing in customer loyalty, and adapting to changing times, they make a name for themselves, and businesses like PennyWise Drugs, Williamson Orchards & Vineyards, and Royal Fiber Spinnery stand up against the looming big business giants. through the industrial section of Caldwell. Having someone speak on your behalf instills a belief in a new business, even before the customer experiences it for themselves. It’s All About... ADAPTING TO CHANGING TIMES One of the greatest struggles for businesses is to adapt as times change. When PennyWise Drugs started, local pharmacies were the norm, and now they have to try running print ads and organizing sales instead of just focusing on Just down the road from Royal Fiber Spinnery, livestock workers walk filling bottles and prescriptions. sheep through the Streets of Caldwell Idaho, while cars wait for the Williamson Orchards utilizes heard to pass by. This sight is a reminder of the mixture of businesses Twitter and Facebook, and tries to to which the Treasure Valley is home. draw crowds with wine tastings and It’s All About... It’s All About... other events. While it’s time consuming, DEVELOPING CUSTOMER FINDING AN IDENTITY these new strategies are necessary to LOYALTY Convenience. Agriculture. Hobby. Each get people to visit, especially when they business finds an industry they belong Finding customers isn’t all that operate in areas like Caldwell, Idaho. in, and part of belonging is creating an businesses have to do: they have to keep “Most people in Boise think anything identity. This means they have to make them, and loyalty is one of the greatest themselves recognizable, and this can outside of Meridian is far, so to convince and most prized possessions small be difficult when competing against them it’s worth driving 45 minutes out businesses can gain. household names. in the country is tough.” Through web “We have some really loyal customers “It’s hard because a lot of people just activity, enough excitement can be made that have been coming since my grandma prefer going someplace new,” Bill Wilson, about a business to draw in interested ran the tasting room and the fruit stand, manager of PennyWise Drugs admits. “It and now their grandchildren are coming is difficult to get people to come down consumers. and buying fruit from me,” shares Beverly here.” Sometimes, surviving means of Williamson Orchards. “It’s a pretty But sometimes identity comes in small freshening logos and websites. Royal Fiber special thing.” ways. For instance, Williamson Orchards Spinnery is currently redoing their yarn At Royal Fiber Spinnery, customer sells apple cider in their off season, and labels, and making an effort to freshen up loyalty is enough to even keep certain the bottles appear in stores around the colors on the shelves. “We have one yarn, Treasure Valley. When consumers buy their web presence. While it can be hard Sweet Hearts, that a lady in New York their apple cider, the name stays with to let go of some things—like trying to buys all the time, but we hardly ever sell them, and it helps make the orchard take the word “Platinum” out of a yarn it otherwise,” Marilyn informs us. Yet recognizable if they hear about it later on. title because it is no longer relevant— because they have a few customers that They also produce some of the highest sometimes bringing in new customers keep coming back, it helps get them rated wine from their harvests, and that through the tough times, and even that recognition creates interest and promotes means giving and taking to make things one individual in New York can be the visitations to their tasting rooms. work. The world small businesses face difference between profit and debt. Royal Fiber Spinnery is the largest shifts like California during an earthquake; Sometimes, that one loyal customer is all Alpaca yarn manufacturer in the U.S., sometimes, they have to ride the waves, or it takes. and they spin through a cooperative risk getting knocked down by the tremors. Word of mouth is another important using networking to get their name out. product of loyalty. “People come out, have By working with other retail stores, it is Yet, there is strength in being local. a good time, tell their friends, then their easier to sell their product. While working Being able to visit the farm where you’re friends come out and tell someone else.” directly with customers may be best for buying apples is calming, and being able to Williamson Orchards names this method a drug store, working with retailers may watch yarn being made is exciting. Because of marketing as the one with the most be best for a manufacturer. Each strategy it’s easier to reach businesses, it’s also must work for the industry a business is in, return. Sometimes all the marketing in the and being recognizable helps a consumer easier for them to be there for you. world won’t prepare a customer when make the choice to try a product. “We make all the decisions right they’re frustrated after a long drive out here, and the owners are right here to agricultural land, or trying to navigate working,” Bob Wilson remarks. The 18 less corporate hoops you have to jump through, the better customer service you can encounter. If you are trying to do a fundraiser, local businesses can donate gift certificates without having to wait three months for management to oversee their actions. When you’re locally owned, you can give, and you don’t have to get approval to do it. It’s All About... BEING LOCAL, AND BEING PROUD. Being a small business is not easy, and it takes a lot of strategy to survive. Yet even then, there are times it will not be enough. Sometimes your employees give up paychecks to keep things going, sometimes your customers buy extra, because they know you’re struggling. But there is something that keeps local businesses going, while hoping for their communities to see them, to visit them; there is a pride in what businesses do, but there is also fear, and uncertainty. Their strength comes from a hope that rests in the consumer; it comes in a faith that one day, people will change and turn to the businesses in their own communities. Beyond a drug store, a winery, or a yarn factory, there are local sheep, local pastries, local crafts; and they all are just trying to keep their heads held high, waiting for the day when national chains will not hold them captive; they dream of days when the giants around them finally hit the ground. But until then, they are just chucking stones, waiting for one of their pebbles to hit the right mark; they wait for someone to listen, and notice. Every business dreams of a change in society, and only then can they win against their unbeatable foe. On that day they will stand tall, and finally receive the recognition they already deserve. Thanks to: The Small Business Association - Statistics, Marilyn of Royal Fiber Spinnery – Interview, Bob Wilson of PennyWise Drugs – Interview, & Beverly of Williamson Orchards & Vineyards - Interview THE COYOTE FEATURE Renee Howells Renee Howells Renee Howells Year: Junior Majors: Art and Psychology I can’t remember a time before art. Creating art has always been a driving force in my life, essential to it really. I enjoy making art in all of its mediums— on canvas, on paper, on faces, in various alleys in various cities— there is no limit to possibility. I’ve been the proud owner of many finger paintings in grade school, and to the more elaborate feats of my high school and college career, but I feel there is always room to grow and I am excited to see where my art leads me. It is going to be an incredible journey. 19 THE COYOTE REVIEW Fashionably Forward by SARAH SILVA Suspenders Suspenders are not just for guys anymore. They may have started as a necessity for keeping pants on, but now most are just fashion. Who cares if your pants are going to stay up without them? Suspenders, which are also referred to as braces, are great accessories and are now for ladies too. Clip-on suspenders provide an easy way to add this look to any of your outfits simply by attaching them to your pants. Skinny suspenders are the way to go, and having them in simple black is a sure way to nail the look. If you are feeling a bit more adventurous, explore different colors or a simple pattern such as vertical stripes. Keep your outfit simple to prevent it from looking like a costume. Many places sell skinny suspenders, but a good place to find a variety is American Apparel who sells them for $18. They have skinny in just about every color, and a few slightly wider ones with simple stripe patterns. If you get a few pair, the possibilities are practically endless. Gloverall Duffle Coat Peacoats have been popular for a while and are always a good go-to jacket for looking nice in cool weather. However, there comes a time when you need to mix it up. The duffle coat has the class of a peacoat, but with added detailing that will make you stand out in the sea of winter jackets. These jackets were originally made for the British sailors in the fifties. Now these icons of British excellence are gracing the dapper shoulders of Americans with the same classic design. They come in a variety of colors and cuts for men and women. Gloverall, which could be compared to the quality of Burberry, is the original maker, but this style of jacket can be found made by other brands too for a cheaper price. If you want to go for the true original, I suggest checking out Asos USA online for sales on Gloverall. This UK-based site carries many European brands and is, as of 2010, available stateside. 20 Fanny Packs Rarely do I see a person who can pull of this disaster of a fashion item. A fanny pack? Really? Of all the ways to carry your things, a small pouch around your waist is not what I would go for. After a lot of thought and a lot of picture viewing I have determined that the fanny pack can work… sometimes. If you really want to try to rock one of these then I have some suggestions. First, decide what style you are going for. Do you want to look good? Or are you trying to look like a goof ? If you want to look good, buy a high-end pack with a clean, modern look. Do not wear it around your waist. Wear it over your shoulder or across your back. If you want to be a goof, then search a thrift store for one from the 80’s and wear it wherever the heck you want. If you really want to take your fanny pack wearing to the next level, then hook yourself up with a jammy pack. These fanny packs come in a variety of crazy patterns, and the real kicker here: it has speakers. The jammy pack will connect to and play any iPod, mobile phone, mp3player, CD player, hand held game or multimedia device. Turn yourself into a mobile dance party! Black Jeans Slim cut black jeans are a must have. Dress them up, dress them down, wear them out, wear them with color or patterns, black it out, wear them with suspenders, wear them with a tank top, wear them with sweaters, do anything and they will look good. True black jeans are a guaranteed cool. The black color allows for a higher level of class to be had than with regular jeans. They can be worn out at night dressed up or relaxed during the day or the other way around. Any age can pull this off, and as long as you don’t have any really worn spots or holes, you won’t look like an emo. Keep them nice and this look will require minimal effort. The only caution I can offer is to be careful about wearing a white shirt. You don’t want to be mistaken for a waiter. THE COYOTE REVIEW Bargain Shelf Book Reviews: Cassandra Clare’s Clockwork Angel by LORRAINE BARRERAS For those who’ve read the Mortal Instruments Series, and those who haven’t, Clockwork Angel is a book worth taking the time to pick up. Set in Victorian England, this book is filled with dynamic characters, suspenseful plots, and cleverly crafted writing sure to entertain. This story follows Tessa Gray, who has just traveled across the ocean to see her brother Nate. Unfortunately she is kidnapped before she ever reaches her destination. With a rare ability to transform into another person at will, Tessa finds herself in danger in a world of demons, vampires, warlocks, and other supernatural forces. In order to survive, Tessa finds refuge with the Shadowhunters, and makes two new best friends: James and Will. Yet as they grow closer, she will have to choose between helping save the world, and saving the brother she came so far to see. Once you start this book, you gradually get drawn into the story. The writing has the feel of a Steampunk novel. The magical/ reality overlap is something Harry Potter and Narnia fans fell for, and are sure to enjoy in this more ‘grown-up’ novel. The strengths of this story lie in its ability to mix historical, fictional, and recognizable settings and themes. Readers can go back in time to 1878 London, yet relate to books Tessa is reading like Little Women. Meanwhile, the imagination can expand into a world filled with magic; this balance between real and make-believe makes it a delight. Flaws of this book can the difficulty imagining the setting. Because it is in historical London, it can be hard to visualize some of the places and objects described in the work, even with the beautiful writing. So take some time this year, and give this book a read. Writers and Poets Publish your work in the College of Idaho’s Literary Magazine: Ars Poetica (formerly Naked Street) • Poems • Stories • Sudden Fiction 5-Page Maximum Send Submissions to either [email protected] or [email protected] Submissions deadline Feb 24th at Midnight. “The secret of success is sincerity. Once you can fake that you’ve got it made.” —Jean Giraudoux 21 REVIEW Music: Singles, Albums, Scars on 45 by TYLER THURSTON Many things in life come and go. Whether it is relationships, family, jobs, or sports, virtually nothing is guaranteed to be here tomorrow. This is why I love music and my iPod so dearly. Although she (my iPod) does run out of energy, if I give her a few hours on the charger, she is there for me again. No other girl in my life is like that. Actually, life would be much simpler if women worked like iPods. However, that is a different article for a different time. Keep on reading and you will find bands you likely have never heard of, songs you have never listened to, and albums you likely don’t own. With that being said, put a little trust in my musical taste (even if it is out of your genre) and see if your ears like the new sounds. One of my favorite things is to find music that the majority of my friends have never heard of, introduce them to it, and watch their reactions. More often than not, they love the new sounds engulfing their ears. So, College of Idaho, here are six new downloads you must have. Give them a chance, get rid of the stereotypes you currently have about certain genres, and see if you actually like something new. The first download for this issue is Neon Trees’ “Everybody Talks.” You may recognize the band for their hit single last year, “Animals.” Staying in the Alternative genre, The Shins recently put out a new single, “Simple Song,” which is quickly 22 climbing the charts. Shifting over to a little more of a rock feel, “These Times” by SafetySuit, which was recently featured on iTunes’ free download of the week. If you’re a country music fan, let me introduce you to Brantley Gilbert. He has a very Jason-Aldean-meets-Eric-Church type sound to his songs, and he sings about everything. The two downloads I suggest from Brantley are focused towards a theme just about everybody can relate to: love and heartbreak. “My Kind of Crazy” tells the story of a guy who loves his girl despite all her imperfections and unpredictability. “You Don’t Know Her Like I Do” is the wrenching tale of love gone sour. Getting away from country and more towards mainstream music we come across Gym Class Heroes. Last fall, we were promised tickets to see this band. We got those tickets but no Travie McCoy. It’s too bad the Heroes cancelled on us, because the last download features them with OneRepublic lead singer, Ryan Tedder in “The Fighter.” Like I said earlier, give these a try. If they are for you, awesome, if not, delete them. So, we just covered six singles you might want to give a try. Next, two new albums you likely haven’t heard of. The first album is targeted towards the Late Night crowd. Even if you don’t go to Late Night, you still might like the pure sound of Chris August in his recently released Deluxe Edition of the album No Far Away. Chris does a nice job of balancing Christian music with nonChristian music. For $9.99, you get fifteen songs, four of which do not have the Christian genre feel to them. Another album to keep your eyes open for is the new Fray album, Scars & Stories, hitting the shelves February 7. This album can also be bought on iTunes for a little more money ($12.99), but features 17 new songs including current hit “Heartbeat” and “The Fighter.” If you decide to purchase the new Fray album, get familiar with the music quick because they are making a stop in Boise. On February 24, The Fray will invade The Knitting Factory in Downtown Boise with a British group called Scars On 45 as their opening act. This concert will be a complete sell-out, especially for the price of the ticket: $37. I highly recommend both bands, and if you’ve never been to a concert at the Knitting Factory, this would be a great one to call your first. Bands You Probably Don’t Know, but Should Before I actually sat down to write this article, I had a band in mind I wanted to feature in a “Bands You Probably Don’t Know, but Should” section. I was quite excited and shocked to find them as the opening act for The Fray this upcoming February, and immediately knew this was the first band in the “You Probably Don’t Know, but Should” feature. I first saw this group in concert last fall when they opened for Matt Nathanson in Boise. With a fresh sound of pure talent from the first note, I knew they were going to be big. Well, they are on THE COYOTE their way and it’s time for you to jump on before others. Scars on 45 hail from the land of Leeds, England. Co-founder of the band, lead singer Danny Bermrose, never dreamed of forming a musical group. He was a successful professional soccer player for England’s Huddersfield Town F.C. until he broke his leg at 21 and could no longer play professionally. He gave up the soccer ball and learned to play his father’s guitar. Danny taught himself a few chords and would lock himself in his room writing and recording songs. Danny is joined on vocals by Hank Kvamme’s biggest crush, Aimee Driver. The band writes a lot of songs with themes that can be relatable anywhere on the globe: relationships. Their current hit heard on Grey’s Anatomy, VH1, and MTV2, “Heart on Fire,” features co-ed vocalists Danny and Aimee. In the song, they play out a couple’s anguished conversation. In their other hit, “Give Me Something,” Danny searches for any sign that there’s a reason to believe in a lasting love. “Everyone’s been in that situation of wanting someone and it not being reciprocated,” he says. “It just rules your entire life.” Scars on 45 has two EPs available in the U.S. and are currently working on another album. REVIEW by LORRAINE BARRERAS Video Game Review: Revisiting our Over the years, video games have evolved in wonderful ways. We have 3D, we have touch screens, and we have gaming systems that make us the controller. But with all the new enhancements, there can be some serious damage to a college kid’s wallet. How can you find something fun, but affordable? When you look at some of the classic video games and systems, there are ways to have all the fun of gaming without all the financial damage, by simply going back to some of the older gaming systems, or cheaper games. Finding the balance between cost and fun can just be about taking a trip down pixel past. Legend of Zelda Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess Wii Let me warn you: it takes some getting used to. If you grew up on the classics, this game starts out with a very different looking Link, some shadow creature, and a wolf. But you end up with all the stuff we know and love: ride a horse, do some fancy sword moves. This is much more challenging, and that is a plus for some people. While Skyward Sword is all the rage, this has a much smaller price tag (about $20), and the system runs about $80 if you don’t have one already. Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask Game Cube This game is both on N64 and Game Cube, but both versions are incredibly fun. Filled with puzzles, mini-quests, and a complex overlapping storyline, this game is one that really was popular in its day. The great thing is, the game systems it runs on are both super cheap now, so you can get this game and system for about $40. Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Super Nintendo While this game is harder to get a hold of, it is a classic that Zelda fans need to take some time to play. Link to the Past is a bit underappreciated, and system and game together can be around $50, especially if you hunt down a used version. Mortal Kombat Mortal Kombat 9 Xbox 360 This game is full of violence, blood, dismemberment.... and is surprisingly fun to play. The challenge tower gives hours of entertainment, and if you have a friend, Test Your Luck is a hoot (especially when the battle goes upside down). If you have the system already, this is a game worth getting, but the system and game are on the very spendy side if you’re out shopping: nearly $200 working, or $100 if you can do some cut and paste repair (broken xboxes can go for super cheap if you know how to fix one). Shaolin Monks Playstation 2 This game was the adventure game of Mortal Kombat. Taking MK out of the fighter on fighter mode gives you a brand new look at the franchise, and since Playstation 2’s are super cheap now, this is a good bargain. The game itself is only around $14, and the system is under $20. Plus, get a Playstation 2 and you can play Kingdom Hearts as well. It’s a win win. Mortal Kombat 2 Arcade Version If you’ve ever been in a pizza parlor, Buffolo Wild Wings, and other arcades, MK2 is one of the classic games you can enjoy for just a few quarters. You don’t even need to buy a system! Just be careful where you play: some older arcade systems have one joystick that sticks, so if you bring a friend along, make sure they get the broken one. THE COYOTE Super Mario New Super Mario Bros: Wii This game is a great game to play with your friends. With Helicopter hats, penguin suits, Yoshi and more, I have to admit, this is one game I actually look forward to having my sister beg me to play with her. Something about Mario doesn’t get old, even when you’re playing with a Wii remote. Unfortunately, there is a price tag to go with it. Wii’s run about $80 used, and the game itself can be up to $40 used. Super Mario 64 Nintendo 64 Jumping through paintings, racing penguins, and stars, this game is a classic. Once you get past the very square graphics, this game has all of the worldexploring adventure of the old Mario, with all the 3D fun we have come to love. While this game is much cheaper, you have to be able to appreciate older graphic styles to really enjoy it. Nintendo 64’s run about $30 in a pawn shop, and the game itself can run about $20 on ebay. Super Mario Land 2 Game Boy Oh, back to the glorious days of black and white! I know, color is awesome, but you can’t discount some classic games just because they are from older systems. If you’ve never had this game, pick up a game-boy and give it a chance. Having the simplicity of two buttons and an arrow key is relieving when you take philosophy, anthropology, and who knows what else in class. Give your thinking a break! You can get a game boy and the game for around $20 if you shop around. 23 THE COYOTE EVENTS Events Calendar School events by EMMA GEORGE Local events by MEGAN MIZUTA “From Haven to Home exhibition” runs through March 19 Feb. 24, 25 March 2, 3 at 7:30 p.m., Feb. 25, March 3 at 2 p.m., Adv. $9/ Door 11, NNU Little Theater An Evening of One Acts (A Candle on the Table, Lost, The Traveling Sisters) Feb. 24, 25, March 2, 3, 9, 10 at 8 p.m., March 1, 8 at 7:30 p.m., March 4 & 10 at 2 p.m., General $12.50, Seniors & Students $9, Boise Little Theater Girls Night The Musical Feb 29, March 1, 2, 3 at 8 p.m., March 3, 4 at 2 p.m., $47, Nampa Civic Center Brandt Auditorium Clubs Late Night Feb 28th, March 6th and 13th, 9-10 p.m., KAIC Idaho’s Bounty Pickup Feb 22, 29, March 7th and 14th, 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Simplot Dining Commons Clubs Spanish Club Fundraiser 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., McCain Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library Odds and Ends Health Fair 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., McCain Reoccurring Events Cotton Patch Gospel February 23rd, Thursday Senate Meeting 11:30 a.m., Upstairs McCain ♥ ♥ On Stage Scholarship Gala “Spotlight on Science” 6:00 p.m., Boise Center on the Grove February 22nd, Wednesday Clubs Spanish Club Fundraiser January 22nd, Wednesday 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., McCain Mixed Martial Arts Club 10:20 a.m.-11:30 a.m. JAAC Mixed Martial Arts Club 3:20 p.m.-4:30 p.m. JAAC On Stage Greensky Bluegrass 10 p.m., $10 Adv./$12 Door, Reef Mayday Parade & We the Kings: The End of the World Tour Doors 6:15 p.m./Show 7 p.m., $18-36, Knitting Factory Vision Charter Songwriters Showcase 8 p.m., $2, Flying M Coffeegarage Odds and Ends Celebrities in Jeopardy Local personalities like Bob Kustra and Tim Johnstone compete in a game show spoof to benefit The Cabin. Doors 6:45 p.m./Show 7:30 p.m., $35100, The Egyptian On Stage Big Wow 10 p.m., $5 Cover, Reef Caroline Goulding on Violin 8 p.m., $23-43, NNU Swayne Auditorium George Jones 7:30 p.m., $52.50-$41, Morrison Center The Fray Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $37-85, Knitting Factory K Sera Doors 6 p.m./Show 7 p.m., $7, The Venue Odds and Ends Pre-Health Professionals Meeting 5:00 p.m., Boone, Rm. 101 CEL Resume Dr. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., McCain Student Center On Stage Capture The Flag, Just Like Thieves 6 p.m., $8, The Venue Shades/Jac Sound 9:30 p.m., $2 Cover, Reef February 24rd, Friday Clubs Mixed Martial Arts Club 3:20 p.m.-4:30 p.m., JAAC Sports Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library Baseball Game: Yotes vs. Dickinson State 2:00 p.m., Wolfe Field Odds and Ends ODKookies & Milk 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m., McCain 24 ‘King Arthur’s Quest’ Missoula Children’s Theatre 7:30 p.m., Jewett February 25th, Saturday Odds and Ends ‘King Arthur’s Quest’ Missoula Children’s Theatre 3:00 p.m., Jewett Sports Baseball Game: Yotes vs. Dickinson State 12:00 p.m., Wolfe Field Softball Game: Yotes vs. Dickinson State 12:00 p.m., Symms Field THE COYOTE EVENTS On Stage Caroline Goulding on Violin 8 p.m., $38.50-76.50, Morrison Center Factory Beatdown Volume II with Deeveaux, ghostBOY, Distraction, Sourcecode, Stormshadow Doors 8:30 p.m./Show 9 p.m., $5, 18+ Pilot Error 10 p.m., $5 Cover, Reef First Thursday February 27th, Monday Sports Mixed Martial Arts Club 9:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m., JAAC Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library Odds and Ends RA and Mentor applications due to Res Life Hendren Hall Goatwhore, Fallujah, Cerebral Bore 6:30 p.m., $10-12, The Venue Monday, February 27 Odds and Ends CEL Resume Dr. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., McCain Student Center On Stage John Heart Jackie, Tyler Lyle 8 p.m., $3, Flying M Coffeegarage Baseball: Yotes vs. Dickinson State 12:00 p.m., Wolfe Field On Stage Children’s Reading Series: The Girl With the Keys 2 p.m., $12 Adult/$8 Child, Boise Contemporary Theater Mixed Martial Arts Club 3:20 p.m.-4:30 p.m., JAAC Cutting Edge: Contemporary Paper Ten contemporary artists use cut paper as a primary medium to create two and three-dimensional artwork. 6-8 p.m., Free, Through March 23, Hemingway Center On Stage Rock and Worship Roadshow 7 p.m., $10, Taco Bell Arena Vocal Jazz Concert 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m., McCain Sports Softball: Yotes vs. Dickinson State 11:00 a.m., Symms Field Story Story Night Break-up: Stories of the End of the Affair Doors 6 p.m./Show 7 p.m., $5, The Rose Room Clubs Mixed Martial Arts Club 10:20 a.m.-11:30 a.m., JAAC RA and Mentor group interview 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Simplot Dining Hall February 26th, Sunday Odds and Ends What’s it Worth? It’s the Boise version of Antique Roadshow. 10 am.m-5 p.m., $5 per person and $10 per item to be evaluated, Idaho Historical Museum February 29th, Wednesday Bar Coasters Print your own bar coasters using antique clip art and type. 6-9 p.m., $35, Idaho Poster and Letterpress, (reservations requested) February 28th, Tuesday Sports Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library SOJA Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $10-30, Knitting Factory On Stage Leftover Salmon Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $17-45, Knitting Factory CKI meeting 5:30 p.m., Upstairs McCain Kabuki Lady Macbeth 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Langroise Clubs/Sports Mixed Martial Arts Club 3:20 p.m.-4:30 p.m., JAAC Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library Clubs TERRA Meeting 12:00 p.m., Upstairs McCain Odds and Ends TaxAide Tax Services 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Student Senate Chambers (upstairs McCain) March 2nd, Friday March 1st, Thursday On Stage Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library Catholic Hour 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m., Simplot Dining Commons Senate Meeting 11:30 a.m., Upstairs McCain 25 THE COYOTE EVENTS March 3rd, Saturday Sports Baseball: Yotes vs. Simpson 12:00 p.m., Wolfe Field C of I softball/volleyball dinner auction 6:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m., J.A. Activities Center On Stage Orma J. Smith Museum of Natural History Work Day Lunch seminar: “Sagebrush steppe habitat-a seed buffet for Owyhee harvester ants” presented by Dr. Ian Robertson, Boise State University. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Orma J. Smith Museum (Downstairs Boone) Fine Arts Audition Day 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Langroise On Stage Young Dubliners Doors 7:30 p.m./Show 8:30 p.m., $14-30, Knitting Factory March 5th, Monday Clubs Mixed Martial Arts Club 9:15 a.m.-5:00 p.m., JAAC Sports Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library Odds and Ends Nampa Christian Concert 7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m., Jewett On Stage Reptar Featuring Quiet Hooves TBA, $7 Adv./$10 Door, Reef Sports Baseball: Yotes vs. Simpson 11:00 a.m., Wolfe Field On Stage 311 Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $39-101, Knitting Factory On Screen Idaho Film Foundation Presents: George Melies A Trip to the Moon 3 p.m., $12, The Flicks 26 Clubs Mixed Martial Arts Club 10:20 a.m.-11:30 a.m., JAAC Mixed Martial Arts Club 3:20 p.m.-4:30 p.m., JAAC Odds and Ends CEL Resume Dr. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., McCain Student Center Bowling Night! 9:00 p.m., Buses leave from JAAC parking lot 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 March 6th, Tueday Clubs TERRA Meeting 12:00 p.m., Upstairs McCain CKI meeting 5:30 p.m., Upstairs McCain Sports Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library March 4th, Sunday March 7th, Wednesday Odds and Ends TaxAide Tax Services 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Student Senate Chambers (upstairs McCain) On Stage Loma Prieta, Birds in a Row, Bone Dance, Sinews 6 p.m., $7, The Venue March 8th, Thursday Clubs Senate Meeting 11:30 a.m., Upstairs McCain Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library On Stage Spring Musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Bee” 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Langroise On Stage Band of Balance 7:30 p.m., $10 Youth/ $15 General, (Dynamic pricing as show approaches), Boise Contemporary Theater ECID 10 p.m., $3 Cover, Reef G. Love & Special Sauce Doors 7:30 p.m./Show 8:30 p.m., $20-40, Knitting Factory March 9th, Friday Sports Mixed Martial Arts Club 3:20 p.m.-4:30 p.m., JAAC On Stage Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library On Stage Spring Musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Bee” 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Langroise On Stage Ballet Idaho’s Innovations 8 p.m., $15, Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy Band of Balance 7:30 p.m., $10 Youth/ $15 General, (Dynamic pricing as show approaches), Boise Contemporary Theater Equaleyes featuring Ladytramp 10 p.m., $5 Cover, Reef Metal Unbound! A Show For The Masses Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $8, Knitting Factory THE COYOTE EVENTS March 10th, Saturday On Stage Spring Musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Bee” 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Langroise Odds and Ends St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser 10 a.m., Free, Knitting Factory On Stage Ballet Idaho’s Innovations 8 p.m., $15, Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy March 11th, Sunday On Stage Spring Musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Bee” 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., Langroise On Stage 3 Inches of Blood 2 p.m., $12 Adult/$8 Child, Boise Contemporary Theater Warner Drive Doors 7 p.m./Show 8 p.m., $6, Knitting Factory Screen Wild & Scenic Film Festival Show 4 p.m. & 7 p.m., 4 p.m. Show Adult $10 Adv/ $12 Door, Youth under 14 Free, Students $5, 7 p.m. Show Adult $12 Adv/$15 Door, Youth under 14 Free, Students $5, The Egyptian Clubs Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library TERRA Meeting 12:00 p.m., Upstairs McCain CKI meeting 5:30 p.m., Upstairs McCain Odds and Ends CKI meeting 5:30 p.m., Upstairs McCain Band of Balance 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., $10 Youth/ $15 General, (Dynamic pricing as show approaches), Boise Contemporary Theater Blake Shelton 7:30 p.m., $27-51.75, Taco Bell Arena March 13th, Tuesday RA and Mentor positions announced March 12th, Monday Clubs Mixed Martial Arts Club 9:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m., JAAC Sports Lady’s Lacrosse Practice 5:00 p.m., Field behind Library TaxAide Tax Services 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Student Senate Chambers (upstairs McCain) On Stage As They Sleep, Nightshade, Pathology 6 p.m., $8-10, The Venue March 14th, Wednesday Clubs Mixed Martial Arts Club 10:20 a.m.-11:30 a.m., JAAC Mixed Martial Arts Club 3:20 p.m.-4:30 p.m., JAAC On Stage Midterm Medicine McCain CEL Resume Dr. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. McCain Student Center On Stage Broadway in Boise: Damn Yankees 7:30 p.m., $30-50, Morrison Center Broadway in Boise: Damn Yankees 7:30 p.m., $30-50, Morrison Center Iron Chef BCT 6:30 p.m., $50, Boise Contemporary Theater 27 BENCHING WITH BERGER Part Three: FALL, 1968 THE COYOTE by DR. HOWARD BERGER My life changed so dramatically in the fall of 1968 when I arrived for my first semester at The George Washington University in DC. My years of childhood and teenage-hood were very difficult for me. Years of bullying had taken a heavy toll on my psyche. I was very unhappy and very fearful of the world. I had ideas— good ones— but I had become pathologically shy. But all that was about to change and change forever that fall. I was lucky indeed to be attending school in a great city— a city where things were happening— at a time in our nation's history when things were happening. There was energy everywhere! Coming down for breakfast that first morning in Mitchell Hall was an event. There was noise and heated arguments at every table. At every single table in that all male dorm was a draft counselor who on that first morning and every single morning, advised guys on how to avoid getting sucked into the War in Vietnam. At every single table there was a large glass vase that was full of coins and dollar bills that was to be used for bail funds due to the relentless student turbulence taking place throughout the city. As I have told students for almost 40 years— my first class that morning was biology ( I was pre-med that fall)— and in front of the biology building was a large crowd watching a man and woman having intercourse as the crowd shouted: "make love not war." I was uncomfortable watching and went inside. But I knew: "I was in the 60s and would have to grow up!! Three weeks later I went with friends to an off-campus apartment for my first college party and it did not disappoint: folk guitars, marijuana, nudity. Though no sex— for me at least— it was my FIRST time getting naked in public. It was the end of September, 1968 and I had already seen public intercourse and had sat in a circle of men and women, totally naked, and gotten high. My days of shyness were fading. We had been compelled, as part of the university's new student orientation, to visit the Black "ghetto" section of Washington. That was my first meeting with members of DC's Black Panthers, and I became involved in raising money for the Panthers’ breakfast program of feeding poor kids in the run-down parts of DC. I also joined the largest and most famous of all the radical student organizations— Students for a Democratic Society (SDS), but also became a regular at the YSA— the Young Socialist Alliance. Since there were constant relentless meetings of these groups— in which it was seen as DANGEROUS to just sit quietly (a sitter was always perceived as a possible FBI plant), I spoke up and I had been at college almost five weeks and I was a different man!! Classes— I went to every one— but they were not college. It was what was happening OUTSIDE of class that was changing me on the INSIDE. It was near to Columbus Day that an event happened that marked my real coming of age. No, not sex— that would happen the following summer. It was “What was happening OUTSIDE of the classroom was changing me on the INSIDE.” frequently at that. Those radical groups forced me to become a very gregarious speaker, and I thank them for it to this day. It was around early October that SDS planned a demonstration. I actually don't remember the target, though I am sure it had something to do with either the War in Vietnam or racism in American life. I went, I sang, I blocked traffic, and I helped overturn a Volkswagen. When the police arrived in force, I had my FIRST encounter with tear gas. It was GREAT! Our eyes were burning; we all pretended blindness so we could grope the nearest person; we fell to the ground rolling on top of each other screaming "police brutality!!!" Police brutality my ass— it was ROMANTIC! I rolled and groped and rolled and groped and could not stop laughing. Eventually we went back to the dorm, showered, and went out for pizza. I could not wait for my next "protest." at an SDS meeting. I had been involved in the Black Panther Breakfast Program since First Year Orientation. That program always needed more cash. At the SDS meeting, I stood up and told the large crowd that the program needed money. Many shouted at me that they didn't have the money to give. I shouted back (my first time ever doing that) that if they gave up buying weed and music and alcohol for a week they would have the money. One of the students then told me to stand up in front of everyone and "give them hell." I walked to the front and gave my FIRST impromptu speech. The kids in the ghetto, I told them, needed food more than these students needed marijuana. Make some sacrifices, I told them, of personal pleasure, and get the Panthers the cash. I spoke to them for about ten minutes and then sat down. The meeting proceeded. I never got the money. But I had been "born again" by the experience. My shyness, my fear of the world, disappeared forever. Whoever told me to stand up in front of the meeting did more for me than any class I had ever taken. What was happening OUTSIDE of the classroom was changing me on the INSIDE. When the semester came to an end, my grades were just OK— a grade point of 2.6. My lowest grade was in biology, and I soon abandoned pre-med for undecided. (By my junior year I was told I had taken so many courses in history that I was listed by the University as a history major. I had no idea what I would do with that and still don't!) By the time I flew home for the Christmas break, I KNEW that college had changed me for all time— which I did think was the point of college. I had done so very, very, much. And I knew that much more would come: more speeches, more demonstrations, more marching naked through the streets of Washington, more joining various religious organizations and cults, more rioting and more tear gas, more disrupting and organizing boycotts of classes at the GWU, more getting high at folk concerts, etc. etc. But it all began that fall of 1968. I think back with monumental gratitude to Almighty God for letting me experience life in full force forty-four years ago. My memories of that time are filled with delirious joy to this very day! To you who are reading this: Life Well and Fully. You will not regret it. I promise you. 28
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