CWU Pulse magazine

winter 2011 vol. 1 issue 1

new look,new style!

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REGULARS

CONTENTS

FEATURE

Editor’s Note

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Staff

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Pulse: Past, Present, Future 25

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BACK OF THE BOOK

FRONT OF THE BOOK

ART

GIFT GUIDE The Ultimate Gift Guide

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Holiday Drinks

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ADVICE

STYLE Decorating on a College Budget 15

10 Things You Should Know 51 EVENTS CALENDAR

STYLE Body Art

Sleeping with Snowflakes FOOD & DRINK

HOW TO Have a Night Out at the Bars

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OUTDOOR

PROFILE Ecuador Experience

Britta Lynn Photography

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Winter Quarter Events

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REALITY CHECK Preventing Sexual Assault

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Central Washington University’s policies and practices affirm and actively promote the rights of all individuals to equal opportunity in education and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, material status, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

The person responsible for CWU’s institutional compliance with various federal and state laws and institutional policies dealing with discrimination is Staci Sleigh-Layman, Interim Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, Barge Hall 221, 509-963-2205 TDD 509-963-2207. CWU is an AA/EEO/ Title IX Institution. Upon request, this document is available in accessible formats (Braille, large print or audio cassette). Contact Disability Support Services at 509-963-2171, TDD 509-963-2146

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EDITOR’S NOTE

raditionally winter time calls for hibernation. And I’m not just talking about bears.

For the average college student, winter quarter means cold weather, lack of cash flow and dreams of spring break. Well, we are here to let you in on a little secret. Pulse magazine is awake and has kissed hibernation goodbye!

Our mission is to escape the confinement of printed material for the infinite possibilities of an online magazine. We are not interested in reaching just our college town but people from all around the world with relatable and accessible content, links and videos all at the click of a mouse.

Countless hours of brainstorming, interviewing, writing and designing from the wonderful staff members at Pulse have finally come to an end.

And now as I flip through our inaugural issue I can honestly say that breathing new life into Pulse has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my academic career.

Inside you will find a look on the past, present and future of Pulse magazine. You will also find a helpful gift-guide for the holidays, a new way to camp during the chill of winter and delicious drink recipes.

Even though you may be curled up in your favorite chair, I invite you to turn the page and enjoy the ride. And don’t forget to tell us what you think. We are excited to keep growing, learning and changing.

Photograph By Britta Dillon

Erika Solis Editor-in-Chief cwupulse@gmail.com

All the best,

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PULSESTAFF ERIKASOLIS - editor-in-chief

Erika will soon graduate with a BA in print journalism. In her free time she loves to blog about interior design, shop for vintage treasures and spend time with her family. This past summer she got engaged and is on her way to planning a summer wedding. Erika hopes to one day become a magazine writer.

ANDYLAYMAN - graphic designer

Andy was born and raised in Ellensburg and is pursuing a second degree in graphic design. In his spare time he enjoys hanging out with his family and friends.

Andy is very passionate about graphic design and enjoys designing on his free time.

BRITTADILLON - staff writer & photographer

Britta Dillon transferred to Central Washington University in Jan. 2010 from Green River Community College where she received her AA degree. Britta is currently working towards a convergent media journalism degree and an information technology minor. After college, she has ambitions of traveling the world and blogging about her experiences. Ultimately she would like to land a job at a magazine publication. Outside of school, Britta enjoy spending time camping, hiking, exploring and taking pictures.

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CAITLYNJOHNSON - staff writer

Caitlyn Johnson is a senior with a major in public relation and a minor in tourism management. She hopes to be able to combine her love of traveling with PR as a future career. Caitlyn grew up in Edmonds, Wash. with her younger brother. She enjoys cooking, water activities, reading, movies and hanging out with friends.

McKENZIEGARDNER - staff writer

McKenzie describes herself as a student, writer, journalist and blogger. She moved to Wash. just over a year ago from Milwaukee, Wis. and has loved every minute it.

She will graduate in March and can’t wait to start the next chapter of her life. McKenzie has interned with Seattle Bride Magazine, as well as a television and radio station back in Milwaukee. Her passions include; fashion, interior design and allthings wedding related. But even more than that she loves her two dogs, her crazy family and awesome boyfriend.

MICHAELINGRAM - staff writer

Michael Ingram is a senior at Central Washington University with a major in public relations and a minor in information technology. After graduation he plans to join the Military. He enjoys skiing, hanging out with friends, trying new things, and the outdoors.

ELIZABETHDeVOS - staff writer & copy/layout editor

Elizabeth is finishing up her BA at CWU in print journalism with a minor in US military history. She will graduate in March, and hopes to become a military reporter as an officer in the Coast Guard. Her spare time is normally filled with family and friends. Her family loves to be outdoors camping, backpacking in the summer months, going on day hikes, spending the day exploring places, or just staying in and relaxing together. Outdoors has always played a big part in Elizabeth’s life entire family is involved with Scouting, both Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. She is also part owner of a family run tree (timber) farm which has been in her family for more than 100 years.

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NAOMINEWELL - staff writer

Naomi Newell is a junior at Central Washington University. She graduated in 2008 from Seattle Lutheran High School and is currently working towards a degree in journalism with a convergent media specialization and a creative writing minor. In her spare time she enjoys hanging out with friends, reading, writing and facebook stalking.

ERIKPAGUE - staff writer

Erik is a 21-year-old Cle Elum, Wash. native who made the 30-mile journey to Central Washington University in 2007 to begin his higher education. After a year he decided to become a journalist.

TARAKLETTKE - staff writer

Her mother named her Tara Elizabeth Klettke. She is sometimes referred to as Lizzie or TK. She is a senior broadcast journalism major, and an art history minor. Tara was born and raised in Tacoma Wash. with her momma, daddy and big brother. She spends her spare time making movies, reading, watching football, making cookies, singing badly and giggling. Tara’s appearance and attitude make it clear that her main objective in life is to always be comfy.

DERRICKHENNINGER - staff writer

Derrick Henninger is a senior public relations major and environmental studies minor. Originally from Oregon, Henninger enjoys bartending, hanging out with friends and riding his motorcycle.

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THE ULTIMATE

GIFT GUIDE

BY TARA KLETTKE

Guys Whether it’s for your brother, your father, that special guy in your life, or just a friend, buying gifts for guys can sometimes boil down to be a headache. From the easily pleaseable, to the hard to buy for, these gifts will be sure to please any of the men in your life.

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Girls Who says shopping for that special woman in your life has to be a struggle? Mom, sisters, friends, wives and girlfriends will swoon over any of these gifts and with every last of these gifts available online, your shopping just got a whole lot easier.

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Ecuador Experience Recreation management major, Carina Booth lets us in on her summer in South America.

By Michael Ingram Photographs provided by Carina Booth

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arina Booth is a senior at Central Washington University majoring in recreation management and minoring in environmental studies. Last summer Carina traveled to Ecuador to fulfill her recreation management internship.

Can you describe your internship?

The first two weeks of the internship was through a faculty led program in my department. We started in Quito, the capitol, then traveled all over from the Amazon lowlands to the Andes highlands, then over to the coast near the boarder of Colombia, then finished back in Quito. From there I traveled alone to Cuenca, where I lived with a host family and finished the rest of my internship.

What did you do on your free time?

The weekends were for me to explore. Every

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Thursday night I would take a bus to different places around the country. The majority of friends I made while I was in South America were through a website called “CouchSurfing. com.” This made it easy to find new friends around Ecuador and visit new places every weekend.

What were your expectations for South America?

I was comfortable going to South America because I am fluent in Spanish but my expectations were to always expect the unexpected.

How was the food different in Ecuador?

The food portions in Ecuador were enormous.

In South America the most valuable thing to offer someone is a great meal, so they’ll give you this big plate. To show your appreciation

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for the meal and how much you enjoyed it you finish the whole plate. Family meals in Ecuador are one of the biggest things, especially lunch.

How is Ecuador’s culture different than American culture?

The biggest thing I noticed about the culture in Ecuador—and its definitely positive, was that they are very family oriented. When I told them I went to school a few hours from my hometown and only saw my family a couple times a quarter, to them that was very bizarre.

To us this is normal, but they see their entire family every day and live very close to each other. Another thing I really respected about their culture was how they were so resourceful. They always recycled and found a use for something.

What was the most memorable experience while in Ecuador?

part. Whenever I would talk to my mom, she would always tell me what a great opportunity it was and that I should cherish every moment. Having such a supportive family made it much easier to be so far away. Living in a home stay after living on my own for three years was also really hard at first but I always look at it as a growing opportunity.

Would you recommend studying abroad to others?

I would recommend studying abroad to everyone. It’s hard being away from home for so long but, it’s a great learning experience.

Sometimes the harder it is the better it is. It’s a challenge and experience that you gain so much from. You grow so much as a person even when you don’t think you are and it’s such a life changing experience. You come back a changed person for the better.

The part that stands out the most to me was during the first two weeks when we stayed with a family in the rural community of Cotacachi, located in the Andes. It was almost an out of body experience. We would wake up at 4:30 to help go pick the corn and get the food ready for the day. I was the only one in our group who was fluent in the language, which was nice because for once I was translating Spanish to English. Before going to Cotacachi we were told it was a very censored and closed off community with few foreigners but after arrival we realized it was the complete opposite and they embraced us as family.

Did you face any obstacles?

Being away from my family was the hardest

Above & below: Cuenca, Ecuador

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HOW-TO - ISSUE 1

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t’s Friday night. You arrive downtown ready to meet some new people, have a few drop shots with your buddies and hopefully depart with a phone number (or two) and a buzz your bartender hooked you up with.

Or did you wake up in the morning with no recollection of the bars, fully clothed in an empty bed with a “urinating in public” ticket in your jeans? Here are some quick tips to help you have a good night out at the bars.

Ordering Drinks

There are ways to order that make those long lines go faster for you and your fellow drinkers, as well as help you gain favor with the bartenders.

“Be prepared to order when you get up to the bar. That way you’re ensuring quick service for everyone,” says Joe Smith, a bartender at The Starlight Lounge in Ellensburg, Wash.

Once you get to the bar top, pay attention to the bartenders. Looking away and talking with your friends when the bartender is ready to make you a drink will get you skipped. Bartenders are trying to serve as many people as possible and don’t have time to wait on you, so be ready to order.

It’s OK to test the bartender’s memory; chances are they can remember the last couple of drinks you ordered.

One last tip for ordering: It’s rum and coke, not coke and rum. Remember, the alcoholic ingredient goes first. This seems trivial but it can throw a stick in the bartender’s spokes. You’re helping the bartender help you.

Tips

Believe it or not, tipping appropriately can make or break your night. Tipping large after your first drink order will get you remembered, picked out of the crowd and given generous pours,

but only if you maintain an average tip the rest of the night. There are varying opinions on how much to tip, but an industry standard amongst bar employees is about a dollar a drink.

“Usually a dollar a drink, but it depends on the drink. If not a dollar then twenty percent” says John Arney, Starlight bartender. “We get taxed on what we sell. The assumption is that we do make tips.”

It also helps to consider how much work went into the drink. Opening a beer, granted, doesn’t take much work but, muddling six shots with several ingredients is, and the tip should reflect that.

Closing Time

It’s 2 a.m. and the streets are flooding with testosterone, low inhibitions and last minute pick-up attempts. Unfortunately, that behavior also attract law enforcement officers waiting to give public intoxication tickets. While walking home remember, public property does not mean it is property you can take home or knock over. That means flower pots, street signs and news stands.

So there you go, a basic guide on how a good time and maximize your night downtown. One last tip before I let you get back to your drinking. That popped collar? Don’t. Just don’t.

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DECORATING

ON A COLLEGE

BUDGET

Written by McKenzie Gardner

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et’s be honest: college living tends to be anything less than glamorous. Easy Mac, frozen pizza and Honey Nut Cheerios round out a daily menu, jeans and hooded sweatshirts are considered stylish and a futon takes the place of a plush California King.

Our living spaces are small and our wallets are even smaller, posing quite the dilemma for the decorator’s soul.

So how do you transform a dark, tiny apartment or dorm into a comfortably stylish abode without spending all of your hard-earned weekend cash?

More often than not, renters are creatively restricted because permanent renovations are more than frowned-upon. With paint almost always ruled out, decorators must rely on tangible pieces to turn an empty white box into a chic, livable home.

Second-hand pieces are a great alternative to buying brand new. Thrift stores, flea markets and even Goodwill help the hungry decorator turn someone else’s trash into treasure. Items sell for a fraction of the price and often times, a coat of paint or a colorful slip cover can create dramatic transformations to older pieces.

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In celebration of the Pulse’s new look, Erika Solis, the editor-in-chief, let us take a sneak peek inside her cozy apartment on 18th Street. She has certainly mastered the art of budget décor and shares her tips for finding great pieces for less.

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Solis found most of her favorite items on Craigslist. “I think most people think it’s weird,” she says. “But it’s a really great resource if you know exactly what you’re looking for—you’ll find really different, special pieces that no one else has.”

When in doubt, accessorize! “If you can’t afford bigger pieces of furniture, buy little things.

Frames, pillows, even dishes can completely transform a space for very little cash.”

Know what you’re looking for. “When you’re hunting for great furniture, you can’t just go look,” she says. “You have to know your style and know the kind of item you want.”

ERIKA’S FAVORITE DESIGN BLOGS

In the bedroom sits a small chest at the foot of the bed given to Erika by her mother.

decor8 - decor8blog.com Design*Sponge - designspongeonline.com Dress Deasign Decor - dressdesigndecor.blogspot.com The Neo-Traditionalist - theneotraditionalist.com The Decorista - thedecorista.com

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The best thrifty decorators think creatively about how to transform a space to reflect their personal style; living in a college apartment on a college budget doesn’t have to mean sacrificing that style.

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Erika’s living room features a loveseat and glass waterfall coffee table both found on Craigslist.

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DECORATING ON A BUDGET

Making one item serve as two can save space and money. Buy a couch that can double as a futon when guests spend the night or find a coffee table that acts as storage as well.

Take advantage of sales. School poster sales, seasonal store clearances and holiday sales provide great opportunities to snag higher-end pieces.

Raid family attics and garages for handme-downs.

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By Britta Dillon

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hen it comes to the 21st Century, tattoos are slowly becoming more than just a “fad.” Talk to teens and most of them are already inked up or have plans for a tattoo in the near future. But not everyone is singing a happy tune about the current explosion in the popularity of tattoos. You can almost guarantee older generations see tattoos in an entirely different light.

just some of the issues to consider. As with any purchase, it’s important to do your research and think through your decision prior to investing.

For those of us who lie somewhere in between indecisive or unwilling to commit to a permanent tattoo there’s another option called Henna. This is a fun way to “stay in style” without going through the pain of a needle.

A tattoo is a permanent mark or design made on your skin with pigments inserted through pricks into the skin’s top layer. Typically, the tattoo artist uses a hand-held machine that acts much like a sewing machine, with one or more needles piercing the skin repeatedly.

Henna emerged from Middle Eastern nations where women created intricate designs on their bodies to enhance their beauty. Henna paste is made from a natural substance derived from the Lawsonia Intermis plant.

The plant is crushed into a powder that is used to make the paste. The paste is then applied to create designs on So why would anyone go through the pain of a needle skin. In its natural state, there is nothing in Henna powpiercing the skin repeatedly? For years, people of all ages der that can cause irritation or allergic reactions. Natuhave gotten tattoos for personal meaning or a tribute to ral Henna paste leaves behind a stain on the skin that is a loved one. But more recently, young adults have been a burnt orange or brown color.Henna stain lasts about going under the needle simply because they want to.

10 to 15 days. Another bonus to Henna? You can buy it

Tattoo artist Michael Glascock works on a client.

Artistic design, a chance to express yourself, personal style or just because they legally can, are some common reasons for getting inked up at the age of eighteen.

Don’t run out to get inked up just yet. The uncertainties of putting a tattoo permanently on your body are fairly high: the tattoo artist can’t replicate your design, regretting your design years from now, future employers frowning upon visible tattoos, excessive bleeding or an infection and the painful removal process. These are

and do it yourself !

Just like with any product, there are dangers you should be aware of. Black Henna contains a toxic substance that is extremely dangerous. It’s hazardous because it causes severe allergic reactions in some people. Make sure you know what kind of Henna is going on your body before committing to a design! Some don’t like the natural brown stain created by safe Henna because the color gives away the fact that the “tattoo” is not real. I say, it’s better to be safe than sorry!

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Tattoo Q&A with Brianna Edwards, North Gate Manager Body Jewelry Plus How many tattoos do you have?

B- I have nine tattoos currently.

When did you get your first tattoo?

B- I was 17 when I got my first tattoo. It’s a very meaningful “Rest in Peace” design dedicated to my uncle that died when I was 14-years-old while holding my hand. It’s on my back between my shoulder blades spanning over my spine.

On a pain scale of 1-10 (10 being worst) how would you rate the pain of getting a tattoo?

B- From what I’ve heard, I have an outrageous pain tolerance so I don’t think a tattoo has ever topped a six or so for me. Even with hours on end of work.

How do you feel about the stereotypes associated with having multiple tattoos?

B- Stereotypes about people who are considered “highly tattooed” haven’t ever fazed me. I firmly believe that tattoos are a type of artistic expression, a way for people to show off the things they love and believe in.

It shouldn’t matter what anyone else may think about what you put on your body, everyone is their own person.

Do you regret or wish you hadn’t gotten any of your tattoos?

B- I wouldn’t say regret is the appropriate word. I support all the ink on my body and show it off proudly, but I do wish I would’ve been more patient with my first tattoo that is dedicated to my uncle. I want to have it re-done sometime so it’s perfect. For now it’ll work though.

How much do you think you’ve spent on all your tattoos total?

B- I’ve been rather lucky with my tattoo expenses. For having nine tattoos, and three or four of them being pretty large, I’d say I’ve only spent about $800, including tips for the artists. Considering an average shop’s rate is between $100-150 an hour and I have about 25 hours worth of work on my body, I’ve spent very little.

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I firmly believe that tattoos are a type of artistic expression, a way for people to show off the things they love and believe in.

- Brianna Edwards

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Henna Q&A with Mary Beth Bachand, certified natural henna artist How much does Henna cost?

M- We sell a box for $15 for those who are interested in doing henna themselves. If you’re looking to get henna design at a fair, the prices start at $5 for smaller designs and go up from there depending on the size of the design.

What’s your history with Henna?

M- My mom has been working at craft fairs since the early 80s. We were at a fair together when I was 10, and we both were interested in Henna. There were a couple of Indian women with cones of Henna and they seemed to be very busy. From a business standpoint, they were the only other booth as busy as we were, but they were doing less work. All they were doing was drawing, and my mom and I both draw really well. So, we went to a store, bought a kit and played with Henna. Eventually, we started our own Henna booth at fairs.

What are some important things about Henna that people should know?

M- The most important thing is the safety of using good paste. Understanding how to make a paste (that has to change according to weather, a hot day used a different mixture than a cold and wet day) using organic ingredients is another important element of Henna.

Honestly, your skin is your biggest organ and a lot of people just starting out use black Henna—it is actually hair dye and very harmful, it’s even killed people.

Henna from India that is already mixed when you get it usually has Kerosene in it.

Why did you choose doing Henna over actual tattoos?

M- I chose Henna because I am an artist. I love something I draw one day, and the next day I know how to better it and draw something more captivating. I learn with every stroke. So, I could never decide on something to be on me permanently. Henna also has a very rich culture behind it. Henna designs convey parts of a person that cannot be put into words.

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PREVENTING SEXUAL ASSAULT ON CAMPUSES

By Erik Pague

You don’t want to think about it and you feel terrible when you hear about it, but it’s an undeniable fact that sexual assault and abuse happens all around us. A report from the U.S. Deptartment of Justice says that in a nine month academic year as many as three percent of all university women become rape victims. It’s a definite possibility that you know someone that has been affected by these crimes.

Anyone can be a victim to these crimes but it’s primarily women that are the targets of sexual abuse and domestic violence. Oftentimes the victims feel that they’re to blame for being hurt by these acts but it’s never their fault.

There are many resources available for victims of sexual abuse but the sad reality is that sexual assault is considered to be one of the most underreported violent crimes in the country. Part of this is due to the fact that many assaults begin with someone the victim knows.

STUDENTS AT RISK

According to Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services, sexual assault is defined as any sexual contact with a person that does not consent to it. This means that seemingly insignificant occurrences of harassment at the office or in a public place could be classified as sexual assault. Students in college don’t normally recognize this and put themselves in unnecessary danger when they’re in party situations. The severity of these assaults varies widely, sometimes only involving verbal pressure and threats and sometimes escalating to physical harm. Alcohol and drugs are also frequently involved and can make the situation even more dangerous, especially for college students looking to have some fun at their first party of the school year.

Clayton Self, a prevention specialist for the victim services department through Abuse Support & Prevention Education Now (ASPEN) acknowledges that college students want to party and that it often leads to increased risk since many of them are new to the college experience and how it can get.

“When people are at parties, they’re around un-

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familiar areas and people that they don’t know. They’re going to be taking more risks than they would normally take,” says Self.

It’s this type of social pressure in college that leads to students trying to impress their peers by engaging in behavior that is dangerous, such as accepting drinks from strangers or getting themselves into situations with people that they don’t know and can’t trust.

Unfortunately, these situations sometimes lead to sexual assaults, which could have been prevented with the proper education and precautions.

HELP IS AVAILABLE

At organizations like ASPEN, employees like Self work to teach people about these crimes and how to be prepared to avoid the types of dangerous situations that result in people getting hurt.

Preventing sexual assault is mostly a matter of education and ASPEN is devoted to getting their advice to people at an early age, using school assemblies to teach students how to protect themselves. Self believes that interacting with the community like this is one of the most effective ways to prevent sexual violence from happening.

“We’re a go-to resource to make sure people know the factors pertaining to high risk party situations,” Self says.

Most of the dangerous situations college students get into at parties can be avoided by following a few simple guidelines. According to Self, simple tips like knowing what address you’re going to be at or having a designated driver helps to prevent sexual assault.

“The main key is to be aware. Nobody can be responsible for an individual but themselves. And don’t accept a drink that you don’t know where it came from

or that you didn’t mix yourself,” Self says.

Sexual assault often involves date rape drugs like Rohypnol or Flunitrazepam that can be easily slipped into an unsuspecting victim’s drink. Also known as “roofies,” these drugs are characterized by their sedative effect and can also hinder short-term memory. Victims that have been given these drugs often find it difficult to realize that they’ve been affected before it’s too late.

According to Self, it’s the effect on memory that makes date rape drugs so dangerous. Keep in mind that the earlier a victim calls for help, the better chance that the authorities will be able locate their attacker because investigators might be able to examine their clothes and other belongings for evidence.

“We’re definitely an agency where we want people to call us because the first thing you’re going to have to deal with if you’ve been roofied is not remembering what happened,” Self continued.

Self says that although ASPEN isn’t an official legal resource or council of lawyers, it still helps victims through the entire legal process and maintains confidentiality.

“We’re a resource where you can call, without judgment, and we’ll talk you through the situation. We can help connect you to resources to be able to piece together the events of the evening,” Self says.

WHAT’S BEING DONE

College campuses all across the country recognize that sexual assault and date rapes are a major problem and are doing more and more to address the issue. The problem is that victims are reluctant to report sexual assault and this is making it difficult for campuses to single out solutions to the problem. According to a U.S. Dept. of Justice report, less than five percent of rapes are reported to the proper authorities.

In response to the growing number of sexual assaults on campuses, in 1999 Congress asked the National Institute of Justice to determine what schools are doing to report and respond to cases of sexual abuse and assault. Out of 29 criteria used in a survey and interviews with campus administrators, the study found that only eight schools receiving federal funding were showing promising results in addressing the issue of sexual assault on campus.

The Department of Justice found that schools that have a well thought-out policy towards sexual assault which include; education, encouragement to report the crimes, established victim resources and strong sexual misconduct rulesd, to be the most effective at

PARTY TIME

Lynne Harrison, director of the Campus Community Coalition at CWU’s Wellness Center shares advice for party-goers.

Eat Something: If you plan on drinking make sure you have something to eat beforehand. If you’re full, alcohol won’t be processed as fast meaning you won’t get as intoxicated as you’d get with an empty stomach. If you start to feel a little too drunk, grab a snack.

Keep your party under control: Don’t post your party on Facebook unless you want a whole bunch of strangers trashing your house. If you don’t want people coming to your party or if you just have a bad feeling about that one guest, turn them away.

Pace Yourself: A standard sized drink is 12oz. of beer, 4-5oz. of wine, or a shot (1.5oz.) of hard alcohol. Try to limit yourself to one of these drinks per hour. Have a drink of water in between to keep your blood alcohol level from spiking. preventing sexual assault.

Steve Rittereiser, Chief of Police at Central Washington University (CWU), believes that students are usually knowledgeable enough to keep themselves safe when they go out but acknowledges that CWU has done a lot to educate students on ways to avoid dangerous situations and prevent sexual assault.

“The University, particularly with alcohol situations, is very progressive in its approach. We actually have all freshman on our campus take an alcohol program and in the first six weeks on campus there are programs for students on alcohol awareness, drug awareness and also sexual violence awareness,” Rittereiser says.

Rittereiser was also clear that even if you aren’t on campus, all students are held to a code of conduct and that this code is in place to keep students safe.

“Those conduct codes require students simply to be responsible for themselves and they’re based on not infringing on the rights or privileges of others,” Rittereiser says.

Having responsibility for yourself and being knowledgeable of the situation you’re in go a long way in making sure your night out is safe.

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PULSE PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE

By Naomi Newell, Tara Klettke, Derrick Henninger and Elizabeth DeVos

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ulse started as an idea, just a thought of what could be and what a few university’s had done before. Combining the artistic elements of a magazine with the Internet, this idea seemed not only plausible, but also relevant to students in the Central Washington University (CWU) communications program.

In the summer of 2008, students decided to make an online magazine in the form of a weekly updated website called, Pulse. The idea was brought to Communications Department Chair, Lois Breedlove. A few months later convergent publishing or Pulse began its first quarter as a class offered at CWU.

Jordan Boland was the first editor in chief and worked

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along side managing editor, Ila Dickenson.

“I knew Jordan from the past, he asked me to be the managing editor of the Pulse. Jordan had created the Website from knowledge he had learned in previous classes, while I made sure that the writers got their stories done on time,” says Dickenson.

Soon after, Dickenson was selected to be the next editor in chief. “I wanted it to be different from the scene section of The Observer (CWU’s newspaper) and focus on the human aspect,” she says.

By the end of spring quarter Pulse was what Dickenson had wanted it to be. “It (Pulse) had quirky-cool, out side of the box stories. I was really proud of the content and that we were up-

“I wanted to publish something that was unlike anything Central students have seen.”

- Erika Solis editor-in-chief

dating so often.”

In the fall of 2009 Pulse got a new Editor in Chief, Alex Pynsky, who hoped to turn Pulse into a media outlet for convergent media majors.

“I always thought that broadcast majors had their outlet with the news station, journalism majors had the newspaper, but convergent media majors had no outlet, and that’s what I wanted Pulse to be.”

Pynsky brought in new elements such as video and links but knew the class and magazine were still lacking. He went to a journalism conference with current Editor in Chief, Erika Solis in the spring of 2010, and that’s when they realized Pulse should be published as a flip-through online magazine.

“During the conference Alex and I bounced off different ideas for Pulse, and found that creating an online magazine that readers could literally flip through would work best to grab and keep their attention,” says Solis.

The Pulse— in its new format is a lifestyles magazine featuring topics ranging from the outdoors to getting a tattoo.

“I wanted to publish something that was unlike anything Central students have seen,” Solis says.

“Something that goes outside of our college community, and into the lives of the everyday young adult.”

Solis was able to call on her experience interning at Seattle Homes & Lifestyles magazine to take Pulse in its new direction.

“At Seattle Homes & Lifestyles I learned the basics of what it takes to make a magazine come together; from fact-checking to deciding what will go on the front cover. It was a great experience.”

But Solis found that there was only one problem: she needed a graphic design major to be a part of the staff. “I didn’t feel strong about my graphic design skills and I knew it was going to be a big part of the magazine,” she says.

Solis posted an advertisement on the school Website in hope of finding a graphic designer. Within a week, Andy Layman responded to the advertisement.

“I had never heard of the Pulse. After being explained what it was, I was interested in it,” he says. “I thought it would

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“Pulse had quirky-cool, out side of the box stories.”

- Ila Dickenson

u p be a good opportunity to expand my portfolio,” says Layman.

Fall of 2010 marked the re-birth of Pulse from what was once a website with weekly content update to a quarterly online magazine. In the classroom, Solis paired both the strengths and weaknesses of Pulse writers and used her knowledge to guide them to create what she and Pynsky had originally discussed at the journalism conference.

However, this wasn’t without the assistance of advisor, Becky Watson. For close to 10 years, Watson has been involved in producing magazines and has done everything from designing, editing and marketing.

This duo combined their knowledge to create department sections, publication calendars and deadlines.

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“I’m the sounding board advisor for the editor,” says Watson. “We discuss what has been done and what will be done.”

With the revitalization of Pulse, it’s certain that CWU’s student run magazine is embarking on a new and exciting path.

“I think Pulse can really begin to highlight the better parts of what the communications students have learned through the years and how they can apply that to real world media,” Watson says.

As with every new Editor in Chief, Britta Dillon plans to add her own unique element to Pulse winter quarter. “Students will get to pick topics that they are passionate to write about.

High student involvement is important to me.”

Dillon wants students

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e s l who write for Pulse to come away from the class with a strong piece that they can add to their portfolio and have something that they can say, ‘I did this’ and be proud of it.

Dillon has been a student on Pulse for the past two quarters and has seen how far it has come in just a short time. She hopes that with time students at CWU will want to open up their laptops and read the latest issue of the magazine.

“In the long run I hope the Pulse can grow into a loved and enjoyed publication by the Central student body,” she says.

“In the long run I hope the Pulse can grow into a loved and enjoyed publication by the Central student body.”

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Britta Lynn Photography Britta Dillon is the featured artist for our debut issue. Dillon has been working with photography for the past six years, photographing everything from portraits to landscapes. Dillon learned the basics of photography at Kentridge High School, in Kent, Wash. using traditional black and white film. She loved photography so much that she continued to study it during her entire high school career. “Honestly, I owe everything I know to Jeff Tibeau. He always pushed me to be better and he helped me find my passion. I’ll never be able to thank him enough for that,” says Dillon. Going to Washington State Photo Competition two years in a row, competing in Skills USA in 2008 and be-

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ing featured in Triangle Art Gallery in Seattle are some of her recognized achievements.

The inspiration behind her latest “one-solid-color” project, started with purchasing fake eyelashes and altering them. Most of Dillon’s inspiration is drawn from specific outdoor shapes and colors and wanting to re-create those looks. Not only is Dillon a talented photographer, but she also designs and styles hair and makeup for each photo shoot. “I wanted to bring the essence and feel of each color to life, picking different outfits, make-up and locations which I felt represented each individual color,” says Dillon.

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White:

Model:Michelle Coleman eyelashes from Party City, painted and created by Britta Dillon

Red:

Model: Amanda Karpavicius Eyelashes: Halloween City $4 Dress: Macy’s $50 Hair & Make-up: Hollywood Bragg

Blue:

Model: Sabrina Bartram Dress: Hand-made Hair & Make-up: Britta Dillon

Yellow

Model: Katie Hanson Eyelashes: Walmart $4, modified by Britta Dillon Shirt: Forever 21 $22 Bracelet: Love Culture $5

Green:

Model:Samantha Hoffman Eyelashes: Walmart $4 Dress: Value Village $12 modified (cut and leaves added) by Britta Dillon Hair & Make-up: Britta Dillon

Pink:

Model: Lauren Hobday Eyelashes: Halloween City $3 Dress: hand-created by Britta Dillon Jewlery: her own Hair and Make-up: Britta Dillon

Sleeping

With Snowflakes

By Elizabeth DeVos

You’ve put away all your camping gear waiting for the months to pass until you can break it out again. You miss being outdoors sleeping in your tent and maybe you’re wishing you lived in a place like, oh, Arizona.

Don’t let the wintertime blues get you down.

With the right tips and tricks you can camp all year round. A new phenomenon is taking outdoor enthusiasts by storm: snow camping.

Sound crazy? You might have to be a little

crazy to sleep in a snow cave or tent in near freezing temperatures, but more and more people are trying the trend.

What is snow camping anyways?

Snow camping is exactly what you might expect it to be, camping in the winter elements.

David Barbrack, hangs out in the kitchen.

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All photos curtosey of Harlan Brown

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David Barbarack looks off to a possibly avalanch danger area near Reflection Lake on Mount Rainer.

According to Judson Lang who teaches winter travel courses through The Mountaineers, a Western Washington based outdoor adventure group, snow camping is snowshoeing to your destination and then setting up camp with either a tent or snow cave.

“Most people don’t take the time to make a snow cave,” Lang says. “Snow caves are used for survival.

However, some people build them for the fun of it.”

For some outdoor adventurists snow camping is an activity used to spend a night or a few days out hiking with friends to bond and have fun during the winter months. Others use snow camping as a way to find a backcountry basin to ski or snowboard on fresh, untouched snow.

The kitchen that evolved over a few days of snow camping.

Rich Trinter (left) and David Barbrack (right) hike to the area where they plan to snow camp.

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How to set up camp

When you find a spot to camp at for the night, your next step is to create a platform for your tent so that it will be level. To make the spot level use a shovel to create block, then use these blocks of snow to create a wall using your feet, finally leveling the area with your shovel.

Instead of using tent pegs, fill stuff sacks with snow and use these ‘snow bags’ to secure your tent. Tent pegs won’t work in the snow, as the snow around them will melt making them useless for staking your tent down.

“It can take a few hours to dig a good snow cave comfortable for four people,” Linda Sheehan, Seattle Mountaineers Snowshoe committee chairperson says.

David Barbrack (left) and Rich Trinter (right) take a break to enjoy the views.

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What do you need to be aware of?

One of the most common problems people who go snow camping run into is, hypothermia. According to Sheehan, in order to stay warm you’ll need to pack plenty of food, water and clothing.

“You will need to stay hydrated and consume lots of calories, as your body will be using more calories to keep warm once you stop to camp,” Sheehan says.

According to Lang snow is 90 percent air making it an insulator similar to a down jacket, the air traps in heat, which helps you to stay warmer at night. Lang also says that snow stays at about 32 degrees Fahrenheit, no colder, no warmer.

“If you’re deep inside a snow bank you stay relatively warm,” Lang says.

When snow camping, fuel bottles should be kept upside down at all times for best results while cooking.

Tips

According to Pat O’Brian of the Washington Alpine Club.

Before you crawl into your winter grade sleeping bag, fluff it up and if you are using an inflatable insulated mat, inflate it a little more than normal. By fluffing your sleeping bag and adding a little extra air into your mat you are creating a warmer sleeping environment for yourself. Extra air lifts your body off the cold ground, and the extra fluff allows air to trap in heat, causing you sleep warmer.

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Rich Trinter potistions his 3-season tent in the wind shadow of a tree.

If you have any extra dry clothing, put it under your insulated mat in order to create a bigger area of space between your body and the cold ground. Before you decide to crawl into your sleeping bag take a few minutes and do some jumping jacks or run around the camp; as this will get your blood flowing and warm up your body.

Have three people in your hiking party but only two tents?

Forget the extra tent and crawl into the same tent. Sleeping this close to your “Adventurous types of friends will help you to all stay nice and warm in the cold temperatures. O’Brian all ages and open minds also suggests putting anything that might can have a good time!” freeze during the night into your sleeping bag with you.

Want to try you hand at snow camping? Sheehan says “Adventurous types of all ages and open minds can have a good time!”

The complete kitchen hang out includes benches, stairs, cooking table and water bottle holders.

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Snow camping offers outdoor enthusists a sucluded landscape to enjoy.

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Peppermint Patty Cocktail

FUN FESTIVE

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Holiday Drinks

We have searched high and low for the perfect winter drinks to warm your bones this season and we have faith that our two picks will reach far above your expectations. Our first drink is the perfect cocktail whether you are with friends or cozying at home on a frosty night. Our second pick is a yummy non-alcoholic coffee-lovers holiday favorite. A perfect mix of caffeine, chocolate and peppermint.

By Caitlyn Johnson Photography By Britta Dillon

Ingredients: 2 oz. of Vodka 1 oz. of Peppermint Schnapps 1/2 oz. of Crème de Cacao Candy Cane

Instructions: Chill a martini glass. In a shaker filled with ice combine vodka, peppermint schnapps and crème de cacao. Shake for roughly ten seconds and strain into glass.

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Peppermint Mocha Ingredients: 3 Tbls. Chocolate Syrup 1 ½ Tbls. Peppermint Syrup 4 oz. Espresso or Drip Coffee 12 oz. Steamed Milk

Instructions: Add the chocolate syrup into a mug. Pour in espresso shots or drip coffee.

Carefully add the peppermint syrup, followed by milk.

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Things Every Guy Should Know

by Naomi Newell

1. It’s all about the little things. No really, it is.

6. When a girl loves a guy, he is perfect

2. Try to smell nice. Girls are expected to smell

7. Claim her in public. You don’t need to be

Bring your girl a mocha, a flower or a card that will make her laugh when she needs it the most. Girls want to feel special every day, not just when it’s convenient for you.

nice for you guys, why can’t you guys smell nice for us? We know you have it in you. A guy is ten times more attractive to a girl with a couple squirts of cologne. And no, I am not asking for you to bathe in Axe body spray, I’m asking you to spend a little money on something that will go a long way.

in her eyes. However, this does not give you the right to treat your girl like anything less than the princess that she is. Don’t forget that you are blessed to have such a wonderful person in your life. obnoxious about it, but holding her hand in front of the guys or kissing her hello or goodbye is a great way to say “Hey, this is my girl and I don’t really care who knows it.” It lets her know that you are proud to be her man no matter where you are or who you’re with.

3. Girls like a challenge. Most girls have met a

8. Know how to tell a good joke. Whether

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9. Learn how to tie a tie. Once you’ve learned

guy at one point in their lives that seemed like prince charming at first but had all his cards laid out on the table before you could say “check please.” Show a girl enough interest to let her know you’re into her but don’t buy the ring after your first date.

Brush your teeth and wear boxers or (boxer) briefs. Bad breath and tighty whiteys are a major turn off. Simple as that.

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Don’t forget to call. Call when you get off work. Call on your lunch break. Or call when something funny happens. Girls love when you call for no reason, so don’t forget to call!

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it’s in a situation with your boss, your girlfriend’s dad or the grocery store clerk, being able to crack a joke that can bring a smile will brighten someone’s day and get more people in your corner. Everyone appreciates a good laugh.

how to you can’t forget and it will come in handy for the rest of your life. In social situations, at job interviews and at weddings, you’ll look sharp.

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Know when to ask for help. Don’t be the stereotypical guy who refuses to ask for directions and spends hours driving around in circles.

People who don’t ask for help never learn or grow.

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Things Every Girl Should Know

1. Your boyfriend isn’t a mind reader.

I can’t stress this enough so let me say it again: your boyfriend isn’t a mind reader. If you want something, be sure speak up. If you want change, tell him. Act accordingly and be the change you wish to see. Since when has leading by example been a bad thing?

2. Walk. If you want to shed those pounds, get

out of your car and walk the five minutes it takes to get to class. No, it’s not that far. Really.

6. Dressing promiscuous makes you look

cheap, not classy. You can still be sexy without completely exposing yourself. Being confident in your own skin without showing it will go a lot further with a guy, than having your lady lumps hanging out. Think of it this way: a guy may give the booytlicious girl more attention in the short term but he’ll NEVER take her home to meet mom.

7. Be prepared. I know that it’s stereotypically

3. When

it comes to makeup, less is more. It’s not attractive to the opposite sex when you look like a rodeo clown.

the guy’s job to have a condom, but do you really trust one’s that’s been in his wallet for God knows how long? By having a condom, you will always be prepared. And come on, which is easier on your wallet, a free condom from the clinic or purchasing Plan B the next morning?

4. The three-day calling rule is BS. It is un-

8. Know how to change a tire. When you’re

realistic and considered practically archaic in today’s day and age. If you’re interested, make that phone call. Guys don’t like games just as much as we don’t. So cut the crap and take the initiative!

5. Try something new. Go for the quirky guy

who makes you laugh and opens the door rather then the guy who gets you drunk, sleeps with you and doesn’t bother to call the next day. The bad boy isn’t as exciting when your left feeling used and abused.

in this situation, being a damsel in distress will take time and effort that you may not have.

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Chocolate isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Dark chocolate has a lot of antioxidants and is low in carbohydrates that are great for your body and immune system.

10. “Sweatpants, hair-tied, chillin with no

makeup on.” If you can walk the walk, even in your sweatpants and yesterday’s mascara, you can talk the talk. If you believe you’re the most beautiful person in the room, others will too. Confidence is the most attractive quality any women can have.

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Events Calander (All Events take place in Ellensburg, Wash.)

Art and Entertainment First Friday Art Walk

A collection of local and national artists display their tallents in galleries and bussinesses around town. This event takes place the first Friday of every month year round.

Feb. 17-19 Dr. Betty Evans Orginal Play Festival

CWU Students shair their orginal playrights with the public. Plays are intented for mature audiences as they often contain adult themes and strong language. Showtime: 7:30 p.m. in McConnell Auditorium on Central’s Campus. Tickets: $8 General Admission $5 CWU students with ID for advanced tickets visit www.cwu.edu/~theatre/tix/.

Febuary 18-20 Spirit of the West Cowboy Gathering

Celebrating the cowboy and ranching heritage of the Kititas Valley.

Demos, work shops, and downtown performances will take place on Friday and Saturday.

Concerts will be held in Central’s music building Tickets range from $35-$55. For more information visit www.ellensburgcowboygathering.com

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March 4, 5, 10-12 Still Life with Iris

An award winning play about a little girl in search of her home. Like Alice in wonderland the story has magical characters, a wild journy and an appealing heroine, with a strong message about how our present and our future is defined by the past. Showtimes: March 4 and 10-12, 7:30 p.m.

March 5 and 12, 2 p.m. in Milo Smith Tower Theater on Central’s Campus. Tickerts: $10 General Admission, $8 Seniors and Children, $5 CWU student with ID for advanced tickets visit www.cwu.edu/~theatre/tix/.

Food and beverage Jan. 15 Winterhop and Brewfest

Enjoy the historic buildings of downtown as you sample microbrews from a variety of breweries throughout the Northwest. Noon5p.m. Tickets: $25.00 for a tasting glass and 5 beer script. For tickets call (509)925-2002.

Outdoors/ Recreation First Saturday Bird Walk

Grab your binoculers and cameras and join other bird enthusists. Bird Walk starts promptly at 8 a.m. the first Saturday of every month year round at Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park.

k n a h T ou Y To our readers,

THANK YOU. We hope you’ve enjoyed our revamped issue, watch out for our next edition.

- Pulse Staff

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