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WHITNEY SAPORITO Managing Editor Students from around the world will be coming to Pittsburg State University to compete in the 2011 SAE Baja Competition, May 26 through 29. Jared Pollock, graduate student in automotive technology, says that among the 100 teams registered, some will come from as far as India to compete in the races. “Students build these Baja cars and actually drive the cars they built,” Pollock said. “There are teams from schools throughout the whole world.” Pollock says that in addition to the races bringing people to Pittsburg, it is also a good opportunity for the College of Technology, and that departments from throughout the KTC are helping. “I’ve asked the graphics department to make signs and banners and a specific logo,” Pollock said. Trent Lindbloom, assistant professor in automotive technology who is overseeing the Baja event at PSU, says the event has special importance to him. “I was on the very first Baja team,” Lindbloom said. “I was the SAE president at the time. That was in 1991.” Lindbloom says although PSU’s Society of Automotive Engineers has had teams participating in the competitions since then, the organization has never had the chance to compete at home. “They were looking for Midwest schools that were willing to host, and we had wanted to for a long time,” Lindbloom said. Lindbloom says that because of the growth of Pittsburg, the town now has the accommodations to host the event. He says the KTC is using the competition as a learning experience for students. “Every department in the College of Technology is actually jumping on board,” Lindbloom said. The department of construction technology is also helping with design. As a senior project, construction students are helping to design and map the racecourse. Lindbloom says that construction students will also work to build the track, which will be located near the student recreation center. Pollock says the competition will be split up into four days. “The first two days are static days, making sure the cars are safe and will be able to race,” Pollock said. He says the next two days are the dynamic events, which includes the actual race. Lindbloom says students from the KTC and volunteers from Honda will be on hand at the competition to perform inspections on the cars to make sure they are safe to race and that every engine is identical. Although the race is coming to campus, some students in PSU’s Baja group will be racing at the Baja competition’s Illinois location, instead. “We split our overall team into two teams,” Lindbloom said. He said each school could only enter one team into each event. PSU will have a team competing at the home competition. Pollock says that he is working hard to prepare for May. “I’m trying to get vendors to supply us. We’ve gotten EMTs. I’m trying to get water. Basically, right now, I’m just trying to get everything planned,” Pollock said. He says the competition will mean good exposure for PSU. “It’s really going to put Pitt State on the map,” Pollock said.

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Newest cadets of PSU ROTC contracted oaths during half-time at Carney Smith Stadium Saturday, Oct. 2.

A long legacy A taste of home

Alumni, new recruits celebrate 58th reunion

International students host soccer tourney (pg. 6B)

MADISON DENNIS Editor-in-Chief The Pittsburg State Army ROTC program proved its longevity Saturday, Oct. 2, at the 58th PSU Army ROTC reunion. PSU ROTC alumni returned to Pitt State to show their appreciation for the program and to see how the university has changed since their time here. For some, this was nearly half a century ago. This is the case for Lt. Gen.

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Members of ROTC lead Pitt State University football team into Carney Smith Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 2. Ron Watts, who graduated Pitt State in 1956 and was a member of the ROTC during his time at PSU. However, many things have changed since 1956. As of 2010,

the ROTC program doubled its number of cadets from five years ago, with about 100 members. This is the highest percentage of

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A PSU ROTC soldier carrying the American ﬂag leads the way for the PSU football team at the start of the Oct. 2, game vs Missouri Southern.

Steppingstone More students discover value of two-year schools SARAH POLAND Collegio Reporter

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Evanne Vail, freshman in nursing, being pushed by Jacobi Spresser, undeclared freshman, passes out Grocery Bingo ﬂiers to students on Wednesday, Oct. 6.

Attention drawn to handout regulations CAITLIN TAYLOR Collegio Reporter The Student Scheduling Office, located in the Overman Student Center, is responsible for determining who hands out fliers and conducts performances on campus grounds. Jeff Steinmiller, director of the Overman Student Center, says that student organizations can demonstrate or hand out fliers on campus without paying a fee. Outside organizations must pay

$50 per day, and need to reserve space in advance. Non-student organizations must place a work order at the Physical Plant for tables and chairs. Occasionally, student organizations also have to pay a fee as well, should their events incur additional costs, or hours of operations, but Steinmiller says this doesn’t happen often. Steve Erwin, associate vice president of Campus Life and

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Students like Justin Jones, freshman in English at Labette Community College, are the faces of a steady increase in community college enrollment throughout the country. “I looked into it and I liked it,” Jones said of his enrollment at LCC in Parsons. “They don’t treat you like a number.” In Kansas alone, the Board of Regents, the state’s governing body for higher education, announced in a September press release that enrollment has increased by 2,609 students at 19 Kansas community colleges. This is a little more than a 3 percent increase, and directly follows a 17 percent spike in community college enrollment nationwide from 2007 to 2009. President Obama signed legislation earlier this year that will give community colleges an additional $500 million per year, and on Tuesday, Oct. 4, White House summit, the president

called community colleges “the unsung heroes of America’s education system.” Jones says he picked LCC over Pittsburg State University for a variety of reasons, but that he plans to enroll at PSU once his general education requirements are completed. Jones says he doesn’t think his education will be hurt because of his decision, but that it has taken a toll on his social life. “A lot of my classmates went to a four-year college right away, so it is a bummer not seeing them as much,” Jones said. Matthew Horne, junior in mechanical engineering, attended a community college before coming to PSU. Horne says he took classes from his high school and the community college because it was a good way to finish his general education requirements. Horne says cost also affected his decision to attend community college. “I had a scholarship for

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We’re back Camo jerseys bring back swagger For about three hours this past Saturday, the football team disappeared, but still managed to pull off a 24-21 victory over the Missouri Southern Lions. After the game, one of the players assured me that the reason I couldn’t see them was they were wearing camouflage in honor of the U.S. Armed Forces. Now it all makes sense. I’m not a superstitious guy, but maybe we should start wearing different jerseys every week. Tie dye, anyone? How about George Costanza’s breathable cotton uniforms? Or maybe we could get crazy and piece together something out of gorilla fur. I’m no Tyra Banks, but I’m going to stick my neck out and say that these are all valid suggestions. Although the Gorillas’ third conference game had built up a lot of hype, it turned out to be one of the greatest on-field experiences I’ve ever had. I mean, if you don’t like fancy uniforms, historic rivalries or last-second victories, throw down this column right now because that’s all you’re going to hear about. After two losing weeks, the Gorillas stepped out onto that field with a swagger that had been missing all season – a swagger that allowed Pitt State to roll over the Lions like wildebeests crushing Mufasa in “The Lion King.” Don’t get me wrong, the score was close. And it might have taken that lastsecond field goal by Jake Craig to get it done, but the Gorillas are back. I’m not very sentimental, but when the players sprinted out of the tunnel in those one-of-a-kind uniforms with the fog machine making it look like the inside of a haunted house; I got chills. The reason that the Southern game was particularly exciting is it was the first chance this season that I got to get out of the press box and do some side-line reporting. During my two-year career as a sports writer and broadcaster in Pittsburg, I’ve seen the inside of a lot of college football stadiums. But last weekend’s game made me realize that we, by far, provide the most exciting experience. I don’t know whether it was the thundering boom of the cannon after Briceton Wilson plowed over the goal line, or whether it was the roar from the crowd when Craig booted that last-second field goal through the uprights, but somewhere along the line I fell in love with Pitt State football all over again. And not to get off track, but I don’t think anyone can give enough props to our kicker. For a true freshman to walk out onto that field, look at a tied scoreboard, and kick a game-winning field goal like it’s nothing, is something that can only come from a guy who has ice running through his veins. But, back to the main point. I don’t know if it was just the fact that I’ve been cooped up in a tiny press box for all of last year doing commentary, or just sheer ignorance, but I can’t think of a place that was more exciting than the side line of last weekend’s game. At the post-game press conference, senior safety Alex Kuhlman said that the team was “electrified” by the armed forces-inspired duds, and that head coach Tim Beck had inspired the team with stories regarding the armed forces before this weekend’s game, and it showed. But the real guys I have to give it up to are the Pitt State ROTC. In the post-game conference and again on Monday’s Tim Beck Radio Show, coach Beck reiterated the fact that the ROTC came to them with the idea for the camo jerseys to help raise awareness and money, and the football team agreed that it was a good idea. I mean my cupboard might be stocked with Raman noodles and store brand goods but it’s taking all of the strength that I have not to shell out $85 to bid on one of the jerseys from Saturday’s game. The way I look at it, if I can pick up a piece of Pitt State history for under $100 it’s an easy decision.

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PSU’s return man Gage McKinnis (center) uses Solomon Watkins as a barrier between himself and the special teams’ attack of Missouri Southern. Southern’s defensive back Garrett Mayﬁeld was in tail at the Sonic Miners Bowl held at Carnie Smith Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 2.

Diamond in the rough Dreiling overlooked, until now TYLER SMITH Sports Writer Nate Dreiling has something to prove. Although he has a total of 71 tackles, Dreiling came into his freshman season surprisingly underrated. “All the other schools said I wasn’t good enough to play for them,” Dreiling said. “So I try to use that as motivation to hopefully prove some of them wrong.” And so far, Dreiling has done just that. Dreiling has emerged as the leader on the defensive stats and has boasted two MIAA defensive player-of-the-week

awards along with garnering a national Division II Player of the Week. To put this into perspective, Dreiling’s 71 tackles are only threatened by the 44 tackles recorded by senior safety Alex Kuhlman. This past Saturday, Dreiling Dreiling played his best game to date, racking up career highs when he made 18 stops including 3.5 tackles-for-loss to help the Gorillas earn a 24-21 victory. Dreiling credits his defensive line for his spectacular season so far. “The easiest way to be good at linebacker is to have a good defensive line,” Dreiling said. “And I feel like we have one of the top D-lines in the nation, so they make it extremely easy for me to make those tackles.”

Playing since the fourth grade, Dreiling is no stranger to the gridiron and had experience playing for the dominant, multi-state-championship, winning high school, Hutchinson. “I started out playing in Victoria, Kansas, but then moved to Hutchinson in middle school,” Dreiling said. “ I moved so I would have the opportunity to play for my dad, who is the head coach at the high school.” Hutchinson is one of the most dominant high school football teams in the state, and the nation for that matter. Hutchinson earned seven straight appearances, including six straight wins, in the 6A and 5A state championship games. Dreiling appeared in a state championship in all four of his high school years. Not only did Dreiling help his team win multiple state titles, he even broke the school’s single-season tackle record during its 2008 titlewinning season. This season also helped launch Dreiling into the Shrine Bowl. Dreiling says looking back to his

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high school years allows him to see how far he has grown as a player. “High school was great because I got to play with my older brother, Grant, for three years and my dad for all four years,” Dreiling said. “And I was also fortunate to have great talent around me and also what has got to be the best high school coaching staff in the nation.” Despite being a two-time Kansas Top 11 All-State, All-Class selection at Hutchinson High School, and on a first team Kansas Class 5A All-State pick as a senior, it’s surprising that PSU was the only college to offer him a spot. Although that may have irritated him, Dreiling has some impressive hardware stored up from his high school days— four consecutive championship rings. “It’s nice to know that I have something to show for all the work I put in through high school with four pretty nice-looking state championship rings,” Dreiling said.

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Field goal earns Gorilla victory

MICHAEL ADMIRE Sports Writer

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John White (left), Johnny Row (center) and Gus Toca celebrate a victory midﬁeld on Saturday, Oct. 2.

3.5 of those behind the line of scrimmage, and was the centerpiece on a defense that forced three turnovers. The Hornets come into the contest After starting the MIAA conference after losing on the road to the University by playing against all the teams with of Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks 42-17. “Missouri” in their names, the Pittsburg However, the Hornets have a 4-2 record State University Gorillas finally took overall, and a 2-2 their 3-2 overall record posted record (1-2 in against MIAA opMIAA) on the ponents. One of road in Kansas to the MIAA victoplay the Emporia ries was at home, State Hornets. This against Missouri marks the 91st time Southern, which these two teams won by three and have met. The forced several Hornets have not turnovers—five had a home victory interceptions, against the Gorillas with four in the since 2002. fourth quarter. The Gorillas The first are coming off a quarter will be the dramatic victory: key to beating the The game-winning Hornets. In their field goal was the six games this first by a Gorilla season, they have since 2000, and beoutscored oppocause of the solid Pittsburg State’s David Vaughn nents 41-17 in the performance on narrowly escapes a tackle after first quarter of the special teams, Jake intercepting a pass, which he game, but have Craig, kicker, was took to the end zone to tie the been outscored awarded MIAA score. in the second and Special Teams third quarters. Player of the Week. The Gorillas actually mirror the Hornets Nate Dreiling, who spent his second in that scoring category—they have week this year as the Defensive Player of the Week, joined Craig. Dreiling see VICTORY page 3B racked up a career-high 18 tackles, with

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Libertarians in Kansas Gubernatorial candidate Gray visits Pittsburg State MADISON DENNIS Editor-in-Chief Andrew Gray, the Libertarian candidate for Kansas governor, believes in a phrase that most college students have come to know very well: change. However, the changes that Gray and the Libertarian party have in mind vary wildly from those that the public is used to: In general, libertarians support legalizing marijuana, gay marriage as a social contract, and limitations on campaign donations. The Libertarian party is the third largest political party in the United States, behind the Democrats and Republicans. According to Gray, it is also the fastest growing political party in Kansas. The Libertarian party differs from the Republican and Democratic parties in several key ways, such as their size, age, and voter demographics. Formed in 1971 and with 225,000 registered voters, Libertarians tend to be between 1824 and to have a form of education beyond a high school diploma. Gray spoke to students-some who matched these demographics, some who didn’t-on Monday evening at the Cleveland Plaza. Gray acknowledged that his party was most popular among students, and gave an explanation. “The reason for that, I think, is that the stances we take are very specific solutions to very specific issues,” said Gray. “The younger generation really clamors for that. They want to know exactly where we stand on what.” Gray offered his party as an alternative to Democrats and Republicans. “It really appeals to people,” he said. “They are beginning to like the

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Andrew Gray, Libertarian for Kansas governor, talks about marijuana legalization on Monday, Oct. 4, at the Cleveland Plaza. idea that you have options beyond the two major parties in Kansas.” Of the two major parties, Gray said that “you can’t even differentiate between the two anymore.” Gray also said that the Libertarian party wants to remain separate from Democrats and Republicans. “You look at candidates now that are running as Democrats for a House seat, but once they get there they don’t vote that way,” said Gray. “No one knows what party is what anymore. Do they really stand for these values?” Gray also illustrated the growth that the Libertarian party has experi-

enced. “Since 1993, we’ve been recognized as a minor political party,” he said. “We’ve been the type of party that is like the little kid at Thanksgiving dinner that has to sit at the small table and not say anything.” Now, Gray says that his party has obtained enough support to achieve major party status. In order to be considered a major political party, the Libertarians would have to acquire 5 percent of the vote in the general elections. Although the party still has a way to go before this 5 percent is feasible, Gray says that it is well within grasp.

“Achieving that five percent is a realistic and achievable goal,” said Gray. While continued party growth is becoming a reality, Gray says that the Libertarian party wants to avoid the habits of major political parties. “We only allow campaign donations of under $250,” he said. ”The only people we want to be truly beholden to is the people of Kansas.” Gray also highlighted the local support that has made his campaign possible. “This is really taking on a grassroots feel,” said Gray.

Jindal endorses Senate candidate BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) – Gov. Bobby Jindal has backed a GOP candidate for U.S. Senate in Kansas, even as he’s so far refused to endorse anyone in federal races in Louisiana, including Republican Sen. David Vitter in his re-election bid. Jindal’s spokesman, Kyle Plotkin, ignored repeated questions Monday about why the Republican governor has chosen to endorse a candidate elsewhere but won’t offer recommendations to voters in his home state for the Nov. 2 election. “If we decide to endorse someone,

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we’ll let you know,” Plotkin said in an e-mail, refusing to respond to followup questions. The governor issued a statement late last week, saying he was supporting GOP Congressman Jerry Moran in the Kansas Senate race. “We need more members of Congress who are willing to make fiscally responsible decisions to cut wasteful spending, not raise taxes, and create an economic environment that will grow jobs in America. That is why I am pleased to endorse Jerry Moran for U.S. Senate in Kansas,”

Jindal said in the statement released by Moran’s campaign. The move comes as Jindal has faced repeated questions in Louisiana for his refusal to endorse Vitter, the scandal-plagued senator, for a second term against Democrat Charlie Melancon, a congressman. Jindal headlined a December 2008 fundraiser for Vitter. But the governor hasn’t given his formal word of support to Vitter, who was tainted by a 2007 prostitution scandal and more recent revelations that Vitter allowed an aide to stay on the job for two

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The Campus Democrats organization lacked campus presence after 2008, but now they’re back in action, with Josh Hatch as the president and Mark Peterson, assistant professor of political science, as the adviser. “I’m pretty pumped for the debate between Julie Menghini (D) and Terry Calloway (R), both of whom are running for Kansas state legislative,” said Hatch, sophomore in math education. “This is a perfect example of how we can get voters educated on the candidates.” The debate will be at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 25, McCray Hall. For now, that’s all the organization has planned, but Hatch says he wants to organize rallies for both the local and national races. “The elections in November are a huge deal for this country, and the more people who realize that the better,” Hatch said. Hatch says that to understand the Democratic Party, one must understand what it means to be free. “There’s a difference between government persecution and government regulation and the line between those two completely separate ideas has become astonishingly blurred in the eyes of the American people,” he said. He says Democrats tend to favor a larger governmental hand in the way the country is run. He believes that’s a good thing. “Higher taxes may bruise the ego of a working man, but you have to understand what that tax money is used for, and be able to trust the government that grants you the freedom to complain about taxes,” Hatch said. Although Hatch is the president, he’s not a registered Democrat himself. He says he wanted to head the organization in hopes of informing students about an alternative to the Republican Party. He also hopes to boost the political interest of students. “To me, one of the most frustrating aspects of not only Pittsburg State, but college campuses all over the country is the high percentage of students who simply have no interest in politics,” Hatch said. Hatch says that students make up a large enough number of voters that they are capable, as a whole, of influencing elections. He says voters should be able to look at the names on a ballot and know what they stand for. His main goal for the organization is to provide information to students, so they are capable of making informed decisions in the November elections. He’s even willing to work with other parties to make this happen. For instance, the Campus Democrats are partnering with the College Republicans and the Green Gorillas to put together the debate. “I think it’s important to realize you don’t have to be a Democrat to be involved in the Campus Democrats,” said Hatch. “Right now, we are mainly trying to establish a liberal presence on campus. Even if you don’t agree 100 percent with everything the Democrats stand for, you are still more than welcome to be a member of this organization.”

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pittstatebriefs Pumpkin contest begins Monday

Treat night at the movies: “Grown Ups”

Student Center. There will be giveaways and free refreshments.

Hispanic musical tribute Friday

The Student Activities Council will have a pumpkin painting contest from Oct. 11 through Oct. 27. Pumpkins are provided at the SAC office in the lower level of the Overman Student Center, but students must use their own paint. Only PSU students are allowed to participate. No carving is allowed. Winners will be chosen Thursday, Oct. 28. First place receives an iPod nano, second place receives a digital camera and third place receives a merchandise basket. For more information call the SAC at 235-4801 or sac@pittstate.edu.

Treat night at the movies will be at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at the U-Club theater in the Overman Student Center. The movie “Grown Ups” is scheduled to play, and free popcorn and drinks will be provided. The movie will run from Oct. 4 to Oct. 16 and will show at noon, 3 and 7 p.m. For more information call the SAC at 235-4801 or sac@pittstate.edu.

Recital next Thursday Gloria Britez Scolari and Irene Diaz Gill are scheduled to perform a viola and cello recital at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, in McCray Recital Hall. Special guest Luis Reyes will be playing the piano.

Hispanics of Today and the Paraguayan Student Association are sponsoring a musical tribute to Hispanic heritage at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, in the Governors Room of the Overman Student Center. For more information call the office of student diversity at 235-4077 or diversity@pittstate.edu.

5K charity run Sat.

Sri Lanka gathering

The International Student Association and the Greek Council have planned a 5K charity run Saturday, Oct. 9. Registration is $5 and is slated to begin at 7 a.m. The run/walk will start at 8 a.m. in the Weede parking lot. For more information call Ivan Hunnicutt at 704-0284 or ivan3b8@gmail.com.

There will be a Sri Lanka international gathering 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, at the United Methodist Ministries Center, at 201 E. Williams St. Free food and a presentation are planned. For more information, call Cathy Lee Arcuino at 235-4607 or pittstate.edu carcuino@

Student appreciation next Thursday

Heritage month game Wednesday

The College of Education has scheduled a student appreciation event for Thursday, Oct. 14, at the south entrance to Hughes Hall. Free food will be provided.

The Lotería game is scheduled for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, in the Sunflower Room of the Overman Student Center. The game is sponsored by

Mexico study abroad information sessions International Programs and Services has planned informational sessions on studying abroad in Mexico for 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, in the Inaugural Room of the Overman Student Center, and for 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 8, in 201 Whitesitt Hall. For more information, call 235-4221 or e-mail Dan Ferguson at ferguson@pittstate.edu.

Judge bans witness in detainee’s trial NEW YORK — A judge barred prosecutors Wednesday from calling their most important witness at the first civilian trial of a Guantanamo Bay detainee, delaying the trial and delivering a setback to the government’s effort to build criminal cases with evidence gleaned from harsh CIA interrogations. U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan’s three-page order was passed out in a highly secure courtroom just as Ahmed Khalfan Ghailani’s terrorism trial was set to resume. Kaplan delayed jury selection in the trial until next Tuesday at the request of prosecutors, who were deciding whether to appeal. “The court has not reached this conclusion lightly,” Kaplan wrote. “It is acutely aware of the perilous nature of the world in which we live. But the Constitution is the rock upon which our nation rests. We must follow it not when it is convenient, but when fear and danger

Trumpet festival begins Sunday The second annual Midwest Trumpet Festival is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 10, and Monday Oct. 11. The festival will feature Billy Hunter Jr., John Sneider, and The Crowder Jazz Orchestra. The festival is open to the public. For more information, call 236-4466.

Thursday night karaoke in U-Club Gorillas in Your Midst is sponsoring karaoke from 8 to 11 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 7, in the U-Club of the Overman

Hispanics of Today. For more information call the office of student diversity at 235-4077 or diversity@pittstate.edu.

Study abroad expo Wednesday International Programs and Services has scheduled a study-abroad expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, in the Governors Room of the Overman Student Center. Study-abroad alumni, exchange students, professors leading programs, financial assistance counselors and health professionals are expected to be in attendance. For more information, call 235-4221 or go to 118 Whitesitt Hall.

Chamber music series kicks off Friday The Pittsburg State University Solo and Chamber Music Series has scheduled Heinavanker to perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, in McCray Recital Hall. Tickets are $8-$12 and are available at the PSU ticket office or at the door.

beckon in a different direction.” Ghailani, accused by the government of being a bomb-maker, document forger and aide to Osama bin Laden, has pleaded not guilty to charges that he conspired in the Aug. 7, 1998, bombing of two U.S. embassies in Africa. The attacks killed 224 people, including a dozen Americans.

Following the attack, Pakistan shut down a key border crossing used to ship a large proportion of goods to NATO soldiers in Afghanistan.

U.S. apologizes for attack on Pakistan

PARIS — France’s Foreign Ministry is warning French travelers of a high terrorism risk in Britain, asking them to be watchful in public transport and busy tourist areas across the English Channel. France has not issued any recent warnings for other countries in Europe, though officials have repeatedly insisted that the threat is high in France as well and have boosted security at busy tourist sites such as Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower in Paris. AP France and Britain are among many European countries that have stepped up British armed police ofﬁcers walk across Whitehall in London, Monday, terrorism alert vigilance recently. Germany, Oct. 4. meanwhile, says it remains watchful but that there is no reason to be “alarmist.”

ISLAMABAD — The U.S. ambassador to Pakistan has apologized for a recent helicopter attack that killed Pakistani soldiers near the Afghan border. Anne Patterson said in a statement that a joint investigation has established that U.S. helicopters mistook the soldiers for insurgents they had been pursuing. Pakistan has said the attack on Sept. 30 killed three members of Pakistan’s Frontier Corps and wounded three others. But Patterson’s statement said two soldiers were killed and four were injured.

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way, in full uniform and face paint. Fans shook their hands and expressed their appreciation to the cadets for their future service to the United States. Many of the fans were wearing black “Gorilla Warfare” T-shirts. ROTC sold its entire stock of these shirts, and Jock’s Nitch sold out as well. All proceeds of the fundraisers went to the PSU ROTC. The money is intended for a new rappel tower for the program. During the football game, family, friends, and alumni of the program sat in the bleachers in the north end zone. At halftime, 12 cadets were commissioned with the United States Army at midfield by Stoner. Alumni marched with the cadets out on the field during the ceremony. “The alumni are right out there on the field with them to connect the legacy,” Stoner said. After the game, Col. Paul Buchannan, a PSU ROTC graduate, was inducted in the PSU ROTC hall of fame. Buchannan passed away on active duty. His wife and daughters were present for the event, and his son, a brigadier general who is currently serving in Iraq, was networked in for the ceremony. The weekend ended with not only a win for PSU football, but with respect for the ROTC program. “The propensity for success here is remarkable,” Stoner said.

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■ SCHOOLS from page 1 books and tuition to Fort Scott Community College,” Horne said. “I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do yet. Because I went to Fort Scott, I didn’t have to spend a lot of money at a four-year college while I was still exploring what I wanted to do.” Horne also says that going to a community college had a negative effect on his social life. “After I transferred, I did know a few other transfer students who were at PSU but I didn’t have the social base that other people had,” Horne said. Melissa Schmidt, freshman in biology, says she took college classes in high school because of a lack of better options. “My school didn’t offer many useful electives,” Schmidt said. “I thought it would be a good idea to get a head start on college

classes.” Dustin Bonzo, freshman in biology, is looking into taking classes at LCC next semester because of the quality education it offers. Bonzo says he heard about the classes at LCC from other students in his major. “I heard that the class I’m looking at at LCC is easier to understand and a better quality than the one at PSU,” Bonzo said. “I think I’ll get more individual attention there.” For some PSU students, the best option was to attend PSU directly out of high school. “I wouldn’t have been motivated enough, (at a junior college),” said Stephanie Southerland, freshman in nursing. “I wouldn’t have made good enough grades. At Pitt, you’re not at home and you’re away from those distractions.”

■ FLIERS from page 1 Auxiliary Services, says that outside organizations have some latitude if they are sponsored by a student organization. But nothing prevents some groups from handing out fliers or demonstrating if they are engaged in other activities that allow them to be here. For instance, most outside organizations and businesses tend to use the community fair at the start of the fall semester. Some businesses are not allowed to promote themselves on campus if they conflict with existing contracts between Pittsburg State University and other businesses. For example, because

PSU has a contract with Commerce Bank, no other banks are allowed to advertise on PSU— except at activity fairs. Steinmiller says that noise levels have to be appropriate, and that absolutely no one can solicit students to apply for credit cards on campus. Organizations are not allowed to impede the flow of traffic to the buildings, or do anything that is detrimental to a students education. “They need to comply with certain restrictions in terms of length and time of when they can be there, what they can

bring and what they can’t,” said Erwin. “Amplification is strictly regulated and because of conflict with class, there is a good chance of conflict.” If these regulations are not followed, there are consequences. The event could be stopped or even banned from campus. But Erwin says that this is typically not an issue, and that the PSU groups has have been in compliance with the regulations. University policy dictates that groups have to register to be in the Oval or in the Student Center. It becomes a public forum issue if a group or person wants to do a

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■ DREILING from page 1B Coming into his freshman year of college, Dreiling was at first hesitant to redshirt. After it was all said and done however, he felt it was the right choice. “At first I was not happy red-shirting because I didn’t want to sit out a year and just watch the games from the sideline,” Dreiling said. “ But it was definitely helpful in the long run because I got a year to get better and adjust to the game speed.” Since earning the starting spot at linebacker, Dreiling has been blown up into one of the best defensive players in the nation. “Nate is one of those players who is just always at the right place at the right time,” says fellow roommate and

linebacker Clint Taylor. “He is having a great season as a Gorilla, and I’m sure he will continue to do so throughout his career.” The former Hutchinson native is tied with Valdosta State’s senior linebacker Larry Deanfor for first place in the NCAA Division II leaders-intackles after his effort against the Missouri Southern Lions. Dreiling also sits atop the MIAA with 10.5 tackles-forloss. He ranks sixth nationally for the category. So as the Gorillas gear up and go on the road to face Emporia this Saturday, look for Dreiling to continue his dominant run as one of the best Linebackers to come through PSU.

■ VICTORY from page 1B outscored opponents in the first and fourth, but not in the second and third quarters. The Gorillas will definitely have to look to their dominance in the running game for success this weekend. PSU is out-rushing Emporia State by more than 100 yards, despite playing one fewer game than their in-state rival. Last week, the passing game was quiet as quarterback Zac Dickey was five for nine, and sacked three times. This may have been due to the injury to wide receiver Jon Thomas, who severs as a placeholder in the kicking game. With his expected return this week, and looking at last season’s game, a lot of balls may fly through the air. Emporia State is letting up more than 10 yards per catch, and the name Fisher has

to have them a little nervous. Last year, Kendall Fisher took his first receptions of the game to the house. This year, his little brother, Derek, enters this Saturday’s match-up as the Gorillas’ leading receiver. As for Emporia State, it averages just over 23 attempts per game, with only an average of 10 completions. If the Gorillas can force the Hornets to run the ball, they may have an easy time keeping the ball out of their end zone: PSUt has only allowed five rushing touchdowns this season. The kickoff for Saturday’s contest is at 1 p.m. in Emporia. The Gorillas’ next game is homecoming on Oct. 16 at 2:20 p.m. against the Washburn Ichabods, which will be aired on MIAA TV.

Back on track Volleyball team gets back to winning form ALEX MOTT Sports Writer The Pittsburg State volleyball team turned its game around in its most recent tournament, adding three wins to its record, and pulling out of last week’s slump. The Gorillas opened the tournament with a 3-1 win over Texas Women’s with scores of 28-26, 25-21, 18-25, 25-18. Later that day, Pitt State earned a 3-2 win against No. 20 West Texas A&M with scores of 26-24, 11-25, 1725, 25-22, 15-10. The following day, the Gorillas started strong again, winning against Arkansas Fort-Smith 25-17, 25-19, 21-25, 25-10. In its last match, Pitt State fell to Southwest Oklahoma State in another five-set match, with scores of 25-21, 25-21, 21-25, 21-25, 13-15. Offensive execution was the main focus for the Gorillas. “Our offensive production was much improved,” said head coach Ibraheem Suberu. “We did a good job scoring points. Those points are very valuable, especially during crucial times during four set matches.” In the opening match against Texas Women’s, junior hitter Corrinne Stringer led the team in kills with 20 and also had 14 digs. Senior Molly Bergkamp led

the team in kills with 17. Sophomore Brooke Fay led the team in blocks with five, and also had 10 kills and nine digs. “Our offense is clicking and we were able to put the ball away,” said freshman setter Katie Wright. In the next match of the day against West Texas A&M, Pitt pulled out an upset with their win. Four Gorillas helped the team reach its goal of a stronger offense with double-digit kills. Freshman Kirsten Erickson, Bergkamp, sophmore Brooke Fay and Stringer all had 11. In the game against Arkansas Fort-Smith, Stringer led the team in kills again with 23, while freshman Lauren Brentlinger put down 15. Both players recorded season high kills in the match. Bergkamp and redshirt freshman Becca Pearson both had doubledoubles Bergkamp with 10 kills and 19 digs, and Pearson with 29 assists and 11 digs. Executing individual skills and playing as a team were both big factors in earning the wins. “We all played as a team really well,” Brentlinger said. “Everybody played well, but nobody played their best. When we play as a team we win.” “When individuals do their part, the whole team is much better,” Suberu said. “In previous

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The Pittsburg State University volleyball team circles during the Missouri Southern State University tournament on Friday, Oct. 1. matches, we had players break down at the wrong time. Individuals have to execute, and this weekend we had a lot of individuals execute at the right time. It is good to see we are able to have each person step up during critical times.” Unfortunately, in the last match, the Gorillas weren’t able to pull out a win. Instead, they suffered another tough loss in a five set match. “Everybody had been doing their individual job, but in the last match that slipped,” Wright said. “Nobody was doing their job, myself included. So it made it hard to pull ahead when we needed to.” “We all just started to play

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Premed, prelaw students’ options wide open SARAH POLAND Collegio Reporter For many, choosing a major is a huge life decision, but for Pittsburg State University students interested in graduate schools for law or medicine, the options are wide open. To apply for graduate programs, students must have fulfilled a list of prerequisites. For a premed emphasis, classes like physics, general chemistry, biology and organic chemistry are required. Darren Botello-Samson, prelaw adviser and political science professor, says students interested in prelaw should take at least one class that has something to do with law so they are able to get an idea if they will like it or not. Even though these classes are required to apply for graduate school, students are able to choose

whatever major they think will suit them best. Virginia Rider, premed adviser and biology professor, says that students should major in something they want to be doing for the next four years. “Do what you like and you will do well,” Rider said. “Medical schools are looking at your grades.” Botello-Samson says the most important thing for students to remember is to major in something that interests them. “If you major in something that interests you and you decide not to go into law after all, you still have that major,” Botello-Samson said. Rider says that students who choose to major in something other than a science will have around 30 additional hours of course work on top of their major to complete a premed emphasis. While Rider says it is important to major in

Debate, forensics team ‘reviving the tradition’ ASHLEY BAILEY Collegio Reporter Deidre Galloway has always felt passionate about forensics, so when the chance arose to restart the program at PSU, she took it. Galloway, forensics coach, is a 2008 graduate and says that during her years at PSU, she wished the program would’ve been stronger. “I always wanted a stronger program during my years as an undergraduate,” Galloway said. “It’s a great program for students. They get to travel all over and win awards.” After having a dormant program for the past year, the goal for this year is “reviving the traditions.” One of the team’s goals is to build back the support and success of the PSU’s previous teams. Ariel Yager, a junior in history education, participated in debate and forensics all four years of high school and says she missed being involved when she got to PSU. “I had thought about doing it when I enrolled, but put it on the back burner,” Yager said. “Then last year it went away, but now that it’s back I want to be involved because I want to eventually coach so this will help.” Currently, Galloway has an eight-member team, but is looking to expand. “We’ve been recruiting people through posters and got the word out at the Campus Activities

Fair, but would like to see more students involved,” Galloway said. The first competition for the group will be in Kansas City during Fall Break. Galloway says it will mostly be a learning experience for members to go and watch other collegiate teams compete, and that it is for them to get a feel for the atmosphere and how competitions are run. Clinton Brown, a freshman in English education and communication education, also participated in high school and says he wanted to get a grasp for college debate and forensics. “I was heavily involved with debate and forensics and was a pretty important member of my team in high school and went to state multiple times,” Brown said. “For myself this year, I really want to get a grasp of college forensics and put my own spin on things. For the team, I want us to get back to the success they had gained in previous years.” Team meetings are held at 5 p.m. every Wednesday in room 311 Whitesitt Hall. Those interested in joining are urged to come to the meetings, or to call Galloway at 235-4707 or dgallowa@ pittstate.edu. “It’s a really good experience for students to get involved with now, because it’s new and rebuilding,” Galloway said. “They can be a part of everything from the beginning.”

something that interests the student, it is also important for students who want to apply for medical school to fulfill the prerequisites. “The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) will test you over the subjects that are part of the prerequisites for medical school,” Rider said. “Another important concept is what students do outside their formal education. It is up to the student to gain real life experience. This experience is the most critical to help students decide if they truly want to be a medical professional. You have to not be able to imagine doing anything else because the sacrifices are so great, there are long hours and it is hard work.” Botello-Samson says that today, law schools are looking for more diversity in majors. “Law schools aren’t looking for legal knowledge, they’re looking for background

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Chem professor strives to help students CAITLIN TAYLOR Collegio Reporter Khamis Siam, professor and chair of Chemistry at Pittsburg State University, is a man who has dedicated his life to science and has been recognized along the way. Siam was born in Jerusalem and made his way to the U.S. after high school in 1972 to go to college. During his undergraduate career at Southern Illinois University, Siam helped by tutoring his friends. “I was told I would be a good teacher,” Siam said. “That got me interested in teaching.” After Siam completed his master’s at SIU, he went to the University of Arkansas to get his Ph.D. Siam started in 1982 and stayed for four and a half years to get his Ph.D. in physical chemistry, gas electron defraction, and computation modeling. Once Siam had his Ph.D., he did three years of post-doctoral work, and then made his way to PSU, where he has been for about 23 years.

This August, Siam’s colleagues elected him to be chair of the Chemistry Department, where he is responsible for recruitment, budget, critical issues, taking complaints, and arranging schedules, among other duties. Siam says that there are advantages to having more responsibility — for instance, his teaching load has been reduced, and he currently only teaches upper level analytical chemistry and lab. But Siam says he sees his students as the more rewarding part of his accomplishment. “Some of my best accomplishments have been seeing my students who have gone through my classes who are now pharmacists, doctors and professionals in our community,” Siam said. Siam says he cares about his students and their success, and says he has worked to make his department student centered. He says he strives to help students, and that a lot of his time is spent offering them direction, and writing letters of recommendation.

“I think I’m personable,” Siam said. “I have a sense of humor.” Siam is currently working on other projects, as well as attending to his responsibilities for the department. He is collaborating with his colleague Paul Rillema, a chemistry professor at Wichita State University. Together, they’re working on creating chemical compounds that simulate solar energy conversion. “We are making compounds that are easily excited by sunlight,” Siam said. “Then they can generate energy on their own and it keeps cycling and is a never ending process.” Siam met Rillema at a sabbatical at WSU in 2006. They have been working on this project since. Last summer, Siam took PSU graduate students to work with him on his project at WSU. While Siam throws himself into his work, he never forgets about the ones who matter most — the students. “I enjoy interacting with students,” Siam said. “It keeps me young.” Siam has three children of his own, two daughters and one son.

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Students react to Halo: Reach game release: ‘Rocked my socks’ BRENNA CHRISTIAN Collegio Reporter The recent release of Halo: Reach has received high reviews from Pitt State gamers. The Xbox 360 game, which was released on Sept. 14, generated more than $200 million on launch day, breaking a record for the Halo franchise, and pulling in more release-day revenue than any other 2010 game or film in the U.S. Alex Robbins, senior in construction management, says the new game met his expectations. “The game rocked my socks,” Robbins said. “I would rate the new Halo a 9.9.” Halo: Reach is the fourth installment in the Halo dynasty, and Robbins says it is much better

than the previous ones. “I think it’s better because of the new individual items you can choose during game play such as sending out holograms, jet packs and a camouflage,” Robbins said. The game takes place in the year 2552, a time when humanity is locked in a war with an alien race, the Covenant. Players control a member of an elite military squad called the Spartans named Noble 6 and battle to save the human population on a planet called Reach. “The concept behind the game is that you, the Spartans, face your final stand against the Covenant,” Robbins said. “You are the last line of defense to protect humanity.” Students like Jeff Linville,

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Bungie, the company behind the original Halo, and made an internal division called 343 Industries to oversee the series. The division is named after a reoccurring villain in the series, 343 Guilty Spark, and boasts a number of former Bungie employees in its ranks. Linville says one of his favorite aspects of Halo: Reach is that it incorporates elements from all of the series’ other installments. “Halo: Reach really is a brilliant combination of all three previous Halo titles and I love it,” Linville said. “Reach brings back old weapons from Halo 1, the style of Halo 2’s multi-player and the Halo 3 ranking system all done with a new refreshing style.” Joey Bitner, senior in recre-

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Diversity missing in Pittsburg Student expresses views on lack of minority groups I am Matt Shortino. I am from a predominantly white suburb in Kansas City and graduated from a predominantly Matt white high school. I am an intern in the Office of Student Diversity (OSD), a Shortino member of the Black Student Association (BSA), and I was even an officer in BSA last year. When I think of diversity I think of people with different backgrounds, races, religions, languages, values and so on. I only truly see this in the Office of Student Diversity. Many of PSU’s students are white from a common culture. This is not a terrible thing, but at the same time it is not good. Diversity allows people to become more openminded, share ideals, and become well-rounded people. If PSU is really looking to become more diverse (which we are) we need to change that. The university has a minority-recruiting group, but I

have not heard anything about it. Pittsburg State wants students to be able to experience more of the world and not just Pittsburg. Diversifying does this. I want to be able to walk through campus and not see mostly white students; I want to see blacks, whites, Hispanics, Asians, and so on. What needs to be done is more minority recruiting. We should go to other places where we normally don’t go, like more inner-city schools. They could even allow PSU minority students to go on recruiting trips. I personally know students who would be interested in going. PSU also needs to open up to more minority faculty members. I have talked to students and they feel that they have no real faculty to turn to for mentoring. The city of Pittsburg is predominantly white and can be hard on young minority students who do come from an urban setting and might have never experienced this before. For example, I believe Pittsburg has about four African American faculty members on the whole campus. If Pittsburg State really wants to become a diverse campus I think those are two good starting blocks. I have never experienced racism until I came to Pittsburg. Not that this is the only place that it occurs, but, as I said, I came from a predominantly white city where I am not apt to see the minority struggle. Don’t get me wrong, I love this college. I am glad I chose this university, and I can’t see myself going anywhere else. This is, however,

the first time I have had judgment placed on myself and/ or my friends because of the color of our skin. Sometimes they might have been what I call “accidental racist” where you don’t mean to do something but it just kind of happens. For example, walking through the Oval and not wanting to make eye contact or to go out of your way to get out of somebody else’s way. Don’t lie to yourself; you have done it. I’ll admit I’ve done it before, too. Or going to a local chicken restaurant and being seated in the back by the bathrooms where the host actually said, “We’ll put you back with all the rest of the black people.” Yeah, it happened. But things need to change around here. It isn’t even just the city. It happens at the university. I really hope this raises the attention of people in the surrounding areas and see some of the issues around campus. I know that I have changed in a great way. I’m able to help fight racism by letting people know, “Hey, it’s not OK to say or do that.” Being a future teacher I know that with my experiences I am a more desirable candidate for school districts. If you really want to help the issue, all you have to do is open yourself up to change. I know for sure BSA meetings are open to everyone, along with Hispanics of Today (HOT), and PSU Gay Straight Alliance (PSUGSA). Also, if you are wondering where the Office of Student Diversity is, it is in Horace Mann 104 across from the Admission office.

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a great asset to Pitt State and certainly not only in Athletics. We cannot broadcast our OWN Homecoming? Someone has their head in the sand at the MIAA offices. I would hope someone at Pitt can get this overruled prior to October 16!! And additionally, on another subject, kudos to you for the story recently RE: Gorilla football recruiting. Very well-written and stated about an issue needing addressed, as I feel confident it will be. Posted on 9/30/10 @ 9:10 AM CST

College politics disappoint

I recently attended a Pittsburg Student Government Association (SGA) meeting where Julie Menghini was the guest speaker. Menghini had to answer tough questions from the audience about how to keep businesses and families in Kansas, her ideas regarding taxes, and even her thoughts on the proposed smoking ban on campus. The exchange was appropriate in light of the upcoming election, and details of it can be found in the online version of the Collegio article. As the president of the College Republicans on campus, I have been working on details for a debate between Menghini and

her opponent for House District 3, Terry Calloway. We are organizing this event with the College Democrats for Oct. 25. I was surprised and disappointed to receive an e-mail from a faculty member, calling the exchange at the SGA meeting “inappropriate” and in Menghini’s words to him, an “ambush.” He consequently let me know that Menghini was reconsidering her participation in the debate, citing that she would only participate if given assurances it would be a neutral environment and similar activities would not occur. The faculty member encouraged me to apologize to Menghini for how she was treated, and

to assure her that the College Republicans wouldn’t consider such behavior to be legitimate political discourse. I was disappointed, not in the student government or the participants in the crowd who asked Menghini questions, but in Menghini herself. In order to avoid facing tough questions, she instead prefers to act like a victim, calling what was polite political discourse an “ambush.” I am disappointed that instead of having to answer tough questions about the problems facing our state, she has chosen to complain to a professor and demand a fixed debate. More than anything, I am dis-

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appointed in the faculty member who asked me to apologize to Menghini for having to participate in a discussion about taxes, education, and personal rights. This event was not hosted by the College Republicans, nor did any of the members ask any questions at this forum. I was told that the line of questioning was inappropriate and not legitimate political discourse. I encourage all of you to read the Collegio article and decide that for yourself. I hope this is a teachable moment for everyone. I hope Rep. Menghini has learned that college students have real concerns that cannot be simply answered with

patronizing speeches. We want to see results and we want to see a change in our state. I hope the faculty member has learned that political discourse should not be restricted, regardless of political party. And I hope my fellow students have learned that our civic duty as citizens is to question our leaders and demand solutions to systematic problems plaguing our state and country; that avoiding this type of questioning and trying to “fix the fight” is not the sign of a leader. Voters in the 3rd House District deserve something better. Zach Sachs, junior in political science

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October 7, 2010

SGA pushes to rename rec center ‘Jungle Gym’

Computer security worth the extra effort Having a computer is a necessity these days, especially for college students. Students use them to take notes, write assignments, send emails, surf the Internet, check their Facebook, update their twitter, play games, pay bills and perform numerous other tasks. Depending on one device to do so much means it would be smart to have that one device well secured. Computer security and cyber security is something many people don’t know much about or choose to ignore. It is important to keep your computer secure. This means both physical security and digital security. As October is Cyber Security Awareness month, we’ve compiled a few easy steps to ensure your safety when it comes to your computer and browsing the web. Physical security means that you should never leave your computer where it can be stolen. If it is in your dorm room, lock the door anytime you leave. If you keep your laptop in a bag to take to classes, don’t leave the bag where you can’t see it. Digital security means protecting your computer from viruses, hackers and other threats that can get to your machine through the Internet. Being smart when going online is the best way to avoid these threats. Here are some tips on how to stay smart and safe while on the Internet. Don’t browse suspicious sites, don’t click on unknown links, and never open anything in an email from an unknown

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WHITNEY SAPORITO Managing Editor A resolution aiming to change the name of the Student Recreation Center to The Jungle Gym was proposed by Sen. Tieg Tullis at the Student Government Association meeting Wednesday night. Tullis said because of President Steve Scott’s concern for student health, finding a way to draw more students to the recreation center is important. “If we change the name to something student-friendly, it might draw more people,” Tullis said. “And how often do students get to name a building on campus?” The resolution was pushed into a second reading and will be voted on at next week’s SGA meeting. Tullis said that if the resolution passes in SGA, it will then be presented to President Scott. SGA members were also joined by Terry Calloway, Republican candidate for state representative in the 3rd District. SGA President Brandon Mills asked Calloway what he would do for higher education spending if he were elected in November. Calloway said he finds it important to cut back on wasteful spending. “There are some areas that are just like, ‘why are we still doing this?’” Calloway said. “Brownback (Kansas gubernatorial candidate) has in his plan

something like that, but he’s looking at coffee network passes for $70. The things that are not required anymore.” passes will help to pay the weekly fee Sen. Austin Osborn asked Calloway for SGA members who attend Chamber how he plans to keep of Commerce coffee college graduates in events. Kansas. Jason Bilberry, comCalloway said munity affairs directhe best way to keep tor, said the reason the graduates in Kansas is purchase had to be voted to market the Southon was that the cost east Kansas area to exceeded $50. businesses. Eric Jones, treasurer, “If you keep busialso proposed a resolunesses here, you’re tion to approve the new going to keep people,” student allocations handCalloway said. book. Jones said the only Calloway said as a changes to the handbook PSU alumnus he has are deadline dates. The two goals for the uniresolution will be voted versity if he is elected. on next week. “One of the major Thomas Gregory, things I’d like to see vice president, raised happen at PSU is concern about the lack complete the funding of canned food at the for the fine arts cenWesley House, the ter,” Calloway said. southeast Kansas food “I think that would pantry. Aaron Anders/Collegio be tremendous if we “The Wesley House Tieg Tullis, Student could get that done.” is known for feeding Government Association Calloway said he homeless, and they have serves on the board of member, makes a resolu- no more food left,” advisors for the Kelce tion to call the Recreation Gregory said. “Please Center the Jungle Gym College of Business get organizations to and would like to see a during the SGA meeting. bring cans.” new College of BusiGregory encouraged ness built. members to bring canned foods to the SGA members also voted to approve canned food drive at Yell Like Hell, a resolution to purchase two chamber Thursday, Oct. 14.

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The South Korea fans cheer for their players in the International Students Association Soccer Tournament at the soccer ﬁeld.

The South Korea fans show support for their country while the players participate in the International Students Association Soccer Tournament at the soccer ﬁeld on Saturday, Oct. 2. The South Korea students team won 6 to 0 against the American team.

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PSU bodybuilder places second in worldwide competition BRENNA CHRISTIAN Collegio Reporter Tyler Larson, senior in exercise science, placed second in one of the biggest bodybuilding events in the world--the Mr. Olympia competition. This is the same event that California governor and former actor Arnold Schwarzenegger won seven times. The competition, which was held at the Las Vegas Convention Center on Sept. 24 and 25, was Larson’s first. Contestants are judged on muscularity, body condition, stage presence, personality, and audience popularity. “It’s not necessarily about having the biggest physique,” Larson said. “But more about a well-balanced physique.” Because Larson placed in the top five, he will be included in either the October or November issue of Muscle and Fitness magazine. He says photographers from the magazine have already taken his picture, but that he’s not sure when or how he will be presented. Larson says that despite having always exercised, he didn’t think he’d ever compete at Mr. Olympia. He says he initially became interested in 2007, when a friend told him about the competition. “We went down to Las Vegas and there were supplement booths, muscle magazines promoting their supplements and you get to meet the figure models,” Larson said. “I saw this and thought it was something really special and cool.” Larson says that seeing other competitors made him want to get involved. He has been in training since 2007, but despite this three-year bodybuilding campaign, he didn’t know what to expect. “This was my first competition,” Larson said. “I got there, registered and got my number. I figured since I registered late that I would be the last one in the competition—well, that didn’t happen.” Instead Larson was called out first during the prejudging. “I practiced my posing,” Larson said. “They have a fully loaded gym back there, to pump up. Then you have to put on the artificial tan and gloss before you get on stage. I went out there and hit the poses, and they called me back out for comparisons.” Larson says that for prejudging, groups of seven are called out. Out of 75 contestants, the judges narrow it

down to the top 16, top 10 and then top five. “For them to keep calling my number was great,” Larson said. “I would have been happy with just making the top 16, but to make top five was really a great achievement.” Larson says that most people usually don’t understand how much work is involved in bodybuilding. “There is a whole lot more involved than people think,” Larson said. “I sacrificed a good seven years for this.” Among the many difficulties Larson faces in maintaining his physique is dieting. Larson says that when he starts out, he bulks up to about 240 pounds and then cuts down to about 230 pounds for competitions. “There is a lot involved, diet-wise, with fitness and figure,” Larson said. “It just doesn’t happen overnight. You work on it over years.” Larson says that during his bulking up stage, he takes in between 4000, and 5000, calories per day, and that when he slims back down, he cuts that number roughly in half. “I have to eat low-carb, clean food like chicken and broccoli,” Larson said. “It’s very hard and it puts a lot of stress on your body. I definitely get moodier and I have less energy. That is the hardest.” However, Larson occasionally gives in to temptation. “Every now and then I like to get in the freezer and satisfy my sweet tooth by eating chocolate chips,” he said. Larson plans to compete in another show in the spring, but, for now, says he just wants to relax. “I told myself I am just going to take some time off and eat a little bit of junk food through Christmas,” Larson said. “I just want to hang out with some friends and relax a little bit.” Larson plans to compete in an upcoming show in Atlanta, followed by another in Baltimore. “I am really excited for that,” Larson said. “I don’t just want to diet down for just one competition, I wanna diet down for a couple. One or two competitions a year will be good for me.” Dieting isn’t the only aspect to bodybuilding that rubs Larson the wrong way. He says he’s not too fond of applying artificial color to his skin. “I prep my skin to help absorb the color so that I look darker on stage,” Larson said. “Getting the tan even is

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Tyler Larson works on upper body strength at Pittsburg Family YMCA Wednesday, Oct. 6. Larson, senior in exercise science, works out at the YMCA daily to keep in shape. hard unless you’re a pro and have a spray gun.” Larson says it takes about an hour to apply his color. The color application is really hard to get rubbed in properly,” Larson said. “When you start pumping up and sweating it streaks a little, then you have to reapply.” But Larson says having the color right is important in the competition. Some of the judges told me I was a little dark, which I was, but I think it’s better to be too dark than too light,” Larson said. “Having your skin darker shows more lines, symmetry and muscle tissue.” Larson says that a lot of people expect him to have a perfect body, especially if they’re not familiar with bodybuilding. “We’re human, we’re not perfect.” Larson said. “But you can get pretty close.”

‘Devil’ of a good time BARTHOLOMEW KLICK Copy Editor The opening sequence to “Devil” set my nerves on edge. This sequence is nothing more than inverted camera work over a city. The technique is simple, and within moments the effect is obvious: When the sky is on the bottom for long enough, it starts to feel like a gaping hole, and your sensibilities scream that something is wrong. You’re in very good hands. “Devil” follows the story of four people trapped in an elevator — one that stops after an inexplicable suicide. As police Detective Bowden (Chris Messina) works to keep them calm, the lights go out. When they come back, one of the people on the elevator is dead. Nothing can turn the elevator back on, and there’s no reason the lights should be off. It’s not long before a hyper-religious security guard named Ramirez (Jacob Vargas) begins to frame the story by telling Bowden that the devil is on the elevator with them. This is one of my few criticisms of the film. A superstitious character was more than appropriate, but the story didn’t need a constant reminder of the mythos at work. If Ramirez’s lines had been less blunt, and his character more reflective of a panicking Catholic rather than a scared narrator, the movie would have maintained the sensation of the world being askew. The viewer would be second-guessing whether something supernatural was happening, or if one of the people on the elevator was a homicidal maniac. I’d have been fine with knowing with 100 percent certainty that the devil is at work, except that a number of the plot elements are geared toward making me — or at least Bowden — believe other-

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Fried Pickles takes ﬁrst place at the S.A.C. sponsored PittStock held on Friday, Oct. 1. The band features Alex Scimeca (left), freshman, Kyle Duling, junior, Jesse Canarte and freshman, Shane Duling. Local bands gathered in Cleveland Plaza Friday evening to participate in Pittstock, a Pitt State twist on Battle of the Bands. R.O.R., a five-player band comprised of Pitt State students, took third in the event. The Murder Blues Band, a power trio from Pittsburg, took second place. Fried Pickles, a fourperson band comprised of Pitt State students, won first place in the event. The event was sponsored by Student Activities Council. Originally, a fourth band was scheduled to play, but due to booking conflicts was unable to perform that night.

‘Devil,’ 2010 wise. This led to one particularly cliché scene where security guard Lustig (Matt Craven) believes that he’s found the problem with the elevator’s electricity, and tries to fix it. There’s water and a sparking metal cable involved; I know the moment I see these elements together that he’s going to fry. Bowden’s closure at the end of the film also didn’t sit well with me. At first I thought it was because I just can’t stand a happy ending. Then I realized it was because I didn’t have enough time with Detective Bowden to really

care if he had come to terms with his plot problem or not. The literary flaws aren’t enough to detract from the movie’s good scenes, though. When the devil finally makes himself known, (for spoiler’s sake, I won’t name the actor), I’m spellbound. When the elevator is down to two living people, both of them clutching makeshift knives and convinced that the other is a murderer, I’m on the edge of my seat. “Devil” is definitely worth the price of a ticket.

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Local band R.O.R. took third at PittStock. The band consists of freshman guitarist Charles Breedlove (left), freshman bassist John Anson, drummer Matt Olson, freshman singer Sam Brach and rhythm guitarist Dalton Gainer (right).