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Cornerstone Pie Go on a visual tour pg. 7

Archery Club Right on target pg. 21

Which

Smart phone is right for you? pg. 19

Get to know your

BOD

Student Government pg. 29

DEPARTMENTS Editor's Note Staff Page

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Our Town Cornerstone Pie

Follow Pulse on a visual tour of the new pizza place in town.

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Late Night Munchies 15 Places to go for those unexpected snack attack.

Life Hacks DIY Dorms

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Is there an app for that?

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Top ten list of Pulse's favorite Do It Yourself projects for decorating your dorm room.

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Pulse compares phone platforms, with advice from an expert.

Spotlight Shoot Straight

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Get to know your BOD

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Autumn Reflections

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G.I.V.E Back

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Pulse spotlights CWU's Archery Club.

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Get up close and personal with CWU's student Board of Diectors.

A photo spread of the beautiful fall colors around Ellensburg.

Students travel the world to volunteer with those less fortunate.

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Mind & Body Medifast

CWU Student KC Comella talks about his experience losing 70 pounds in four months on the Medifast diet.

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Fashion

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Fall Fashion

This season's fall fashions.

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After Dark

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Music Review

Check out the scoop on the latest tunes.

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Food & Drink

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Measure 522

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Trick or Treat

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Bar Special Calendar

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PULSE Confessions

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Will you vote yes or no? Pulse informs you on the recent controversy of genetically modified organisms.

CWU Students share their favorite Halloween costumes with Pulse.

Check out the local drink deals in our back of the book feature.

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Editor-in-Chief

Chloe Ramberg Assistant Editor

Lindsey Wisniewski Assistant Editor

Max Bayern

Assistant Editor

Darby Cox

Graphic Designer

Carli Seaman

Graphic Designer

Sarah Sexton

Faculty Adviser

Check us out Online!

Jennifer Green

Fall 2013 Issue 1 Central Washington University’s policies and practices affirm and actively promote the rights of all individuals to equal opportunity in education and in 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, -509-9632205 TTD 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. Pulse falls under the auspices of the Student Media Board at Central Washington University. For more information, contact the Communication Department at http://www.cwu.edu/~comm/

Cover art by: Daniel Baldwin

Photo By: J.J.R

EDITOR’S NOTE I came into Pulse Magazine as a complete newbie, just days before fall quarter started.

I’d never been a part of the magazine, so when I was asked to be Editor-in-Chief I was excited and somewhat terrified that this creative, student run magazine was being entrusted to me.

At the end of this first issue, I felt nothing but pride for my fellow staff members who helped create such an amazing product, although I might be a little biased.

It seemed even more fitting that my first ever issue of Pulse went live on Halloween day. Since I was a little kid, Halloween has always been my favorite holiday. My costumes were usually homemade and ranged from a traditional witch to a slightly terrifying clown costume I wore as a baby. Halloween is also extra special in my family because it’s my mom’s birthday (Happy Birthday Mom!), and I’ll admit the free candy wasn’t a bad perk either.

I knew almost instantly I wanted this first issue to have a Halloween theme. You have the chance to see me, along with my fellow staff members in our favorite Halloween costumes on page 5 and even your own classmates in costumes on page 55.

Because Pulse is an online magazine, we have the opportunity to make everything a bit more interactive than a print publication.

Not only can you read about the opening of Cornerstone Pie, a new pizza place in Ellensburg, but you get the chance to be taken on a visual tour through the restaurant on page 7. You can also find links for tips on how to decorate your dorm room on page 18 in the feature DIY Dorms.

I don’t think many people know that there are some students on campus who could probably win the Hunger Games if we ever lived in a post-apocalyptic North America. The CWU Archery Club isn’t allowed to shoot on campus, but that doesn’t stop them from honing their skills as sharp shooters. You can read about the club members and their unique hobby on page 21.

Over the past few weeks I’ve learned about what it takes to create an original and intriguing magazine. It can’t happen without dedicated writers and photographers, talented designers and an encouraging adviser.

My hope for my very first issue of Pulse is that you as readers find no tricks and only treats.

Chloe Ramberg Editor-in-Chief

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Courtney Vasquez "I was too young to decide, but I'm glad my mom & dad had fun choosing for me. The fact that my parents dressed me as a nun makes this one of my favorites."

PULSE What's your favorite

Carli Seaman

"I liked this costume because it was cute, colorful, comfortable, and fun. I got to do cute make-up with it, too!"

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WANIGASEKERA "This costume was made from scratch using a bed sheet, a curtain, and 7 guys who didn't know how to stitch anything!"

Chloe Ramberg

"All the kids thought this costume was so funny. They were genuinely hoping for flatulent sound effects."

Bobbie Black

"Even though it wasn't one of my more original costumes, the memories from this night make this police outfit my favorite."

Lindsey Wisniewski

"My costume was a hit at the party I went to. People were dying to get pictures with the Sun Drop girl!"

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Halloween costume?

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Chelsea Bronn

"This is the most creatve costume I've ever done.

The light on my chest is one of those push-on ones from Home Depot."

"This is a real ballerina's costme from the Pacific Northwest Ballet. I wore it with my best friend the last year I ever trick-or-treated."

Max Bayern "My dad made these Jawa costumes from Star Wars when I was 10. It's still the coolest thing I've ever worn."

R.I.P Megan E. Burch

"This was my first time doing a group costume. I'm a "Hammer Girl," one of Captain Hammer's groupies, from Dr. Horrible's SingAlong Blog!"

Sarah Sexton "I love dressing up as Batgirl. She's a natural redhead, she fights crime, and she looks awesome!"

Our Town

The Time has Come...

Cornerstone Pie Opens its Doors

Story & Photos by:

Courtney Vasquez

As you enter through the old wooden doors, you find yourself in a rustic atmosphere where the air is savory and the faces are genuinely friendly. Pops of color and the unique décor appeal to your eyes and your taste buds can't deny the numerous amounts of toppings that can lead to many tasty possibilities.

Cornerstone Pie is changing the face of pizza here in Ellensburg. Yes, they serve breadsticks and beer, but it's not your typical pizza parlor. “Donna and I have always been into using old materials and repurposing things,” says owner Mark Holloway. Holloway and his wife, Donna Malek, have salvaged many materials that now make up the interior of Cornerstone Pie. Some of these materials include pillars from an old Ellensburg house, chalk boards from Cascade School, and a surgical lamp that was once used in the old Ellensburg hospital that was torn down in January. “Donna’s 7 great with the creative part as far as the

artwork and helping come up with the creative feel of the place,” says Holloway.

One recent customer, Marissa Toussaint, says, “The building is really nice and you can tell they spent a lot of time and money on it.” The salvaged materials with earthy colors and artwork create a trendy as well as relaxing environment.

It sets the mood for a lunch date or Friday night dinner with friends.

Click here for the Cornerstone video tour!

Video by Kevin O'Donnell of CAT.tv

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We had a vision of a rustic pizza place. Not all of the pies are perfectly round, they're not stamped out like in a chain pizza place.

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It's a pleasant experience walking in to Cornerstone Pie, but the intriguing interior is just the beginning. “We had a vision of a rustic pizza place. Not all of the pies are perfectly round, they're not stamped out like in a chain pizza place and they're done by hand,” says Holloway. The creation of a Cornerstone “Pie” compares to creating a work of art. The dough for the crust is given a great deal of attention before it becomes covered in cheese and other toppings. “We use all fresh ingredients and we try to source as much as possible locally,” says Holloway. Much of their produce as well as some of their drink selections are found within the Northwest area. Once the crust is painted with toppings, it's placed in the oven, but not just any oven. A Cornerstone “Pie” is cooked in a wood stone oven. Fluffy crust, perfectly cooked toppings, and a bit of a smoky taste are the delicious results delivered by the wood stone oven.

“The food is delicious and the service is good.

I love all the Iron Horse beers they have to choose from,” added Toussaint. Eating new and delicious recipes all while sitting in a unique and creative setting; it's safe to say that Cornerstone Pie is giving this great town of Ellensburg a taste of something new.

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We use all fresh ingredients and we try to source as much as possible locally.

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The food is delicious and the service is good. I love all the Iron Horse beers they have to choose from.

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Cornerstone Pie Fire Roasted Pizza 307 East 5th Avenue 509-933-3600 Open Daily 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Late Night Munchies For those unexpected snack attacks!

Story & Photos by:

Max Bayern Hot Diggity Dog is a popular food cart in town.

They are known for their delicious and easy hot dog combinations.

“I love getting Hot Diggity Dog when I’m done functioning downtown,” Willie Davies says.

Only open from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday, Hot Diggity Dog hot dogs arrive just as fast as they go.

Dogs range in prices from $1.50, $2 and $3.

“I make sure I get one every time I go downtown,” Willie says.

One block east on Third Avenue, Pita Pit is wrapping up snacks for the late night crowds.

Pita Pit employee Haley Smasne, finds it quite amusing during the late night munch run.

“A lot of people fall out of their chairs and it's pretty funny to watch,” Haley says. “They also dance a lot.”

Whether customers are dancing from the pita wraps or the last song they wiggled to, people enjoy Pita Pit.

Haley says the most popular item is the chicken bacon wrap that costs $6.45, and Pita Pit is open until 3 a.m. Thursday through Saturday.

“We get lines out of the door and it gets really busy,” Haley says.

Maddy Shortt a graduate from Central, mans the post that is Pizza Rita front desk.

“The atmosphere in Pizza Rita from day and night is completely different,” Maddy says.

“I get asked a lot of stupid questions.”

One of those questions might be: how much is a slice of pizza? (While holding purchased slice).

A single slice goes for $2 and they aren't by any means small.

Open from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday, these convenient hours have been serving everyone from the designated driver to the high-fiving bro.

“A lot of people pass out in here,” Maddy says.

With its usually crowded lines, Pizza Rita is a fan favorite and will continue to be.

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Life Hacks Dorm Story by:

Darby Cox

The best thing about your room in high school was that it was all about you. Your cool wallpaper. Your Seahawks swag. And your Justin Bieber poster.

Now you’re in a dorm and there are rules that prevent you from doing some of the decorating that makes your space unique to you. Have no fear! Pulse has found some awesome DIY examples to snazz up that broom closet you call a home.

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Turning a metal waste basket into a side table.

Photo courtesy of: Buzz Feed

Make your own headboard out of fabric and cardboard.

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Custom marquee signs using lights and cardboard Photo courtesy of: Buzz Feed

Wax paper luminaries using tea candles.

Photo courtesy of: Design Sponge

Colorful patterned tape picture frames Photo from: Design Sponge

Using a hanging branch for a jewelry holder or notepad.

Photo courtesy of: Design Sponge

Handmade drawstring laundry bag Photo courtesy of: Sew4home Shoebox/magnifying glass iPhone project

Monogramed signs Photo from: all women stalk

Photo courtesy of: Buzz Feed

Photo lines Photo courtesy of: Sparkle & mine

Hat/shoe/tie rack Ask men

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Click the site names for links to the instuctions!

Admittedly, a lot of these things are pretty feminine. So we've also included some for the menfolk. (It’s a well-kept secret that guys want things to look pretty too.)

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Is there an app for that?

Pulse compares phone platforms...so you don't have to Story by: Sean Wanigasekera Gone are the days where you would need to read pages upon pages, searching for instructions or knowledge about an unfamiliar task. Now, all you have to do is pull out your handy dandy smart phone. Emailing, text messaging, and blogging online all take place on the same device. It is quite evident that the smart phone revolution has impacted our community in the same way the personal computer did in the 1990s.

There are four main operating platforms: iOS, Android, Windows, and Blackberry. Although at first glance they all execute the basic functions of a smart phone in very similar ways, they are designed to satisfy very different demographics.

Advice from the Expert Zeb Lavergne, Aviation major at CWU has worked for the local AT&T store for two years.

A chat with him gave Pulse an insight to a broader spectrum on what students at Central think and deal with when it comes to their smart phones.

Android

If you like to game, download music for free, and personalize your operating system, Android is the choice for you.

Recently, the Android market finally reached one million apps, for all you Angry Birds maniacs out there.

iOS

Do you love oganization?

If you don’t want your music and videos to have missing titles and album art, enjoy designing, and want the easiest device, then Apple’s iOS is the platform for you. It is also common knowledge that iOS is available only on iPhones as Apple releases their software only on their own devices.

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Android “These are easy to personalize and you have more options. Most Android phones have replaceable batteries, which makes life way easier. You have the option of choosing from multiple phone makers, which means you can get the phone that best suits your tastes, whether it be a larger screen, high megapixel camera, or high memory capacity.”

Apple iOS “Apple is just hard to deal with when it breaks. It is cut off from the rest of the market. For instance, when the phone breaks, you have to send it directly to Apple for repairs, even if it’s a small issue. The wait is longer, and it is a hassle overall.”

Windows

As for the Windows platform, it is still catching up with the apps market. However, since it hails from the world’s largest software giant, Microsoft, it has the power of Microsoft Office backing it up. Since no other known software of its kind has rivaled office, it serves as a huge advantage for the Windows phone. This is why it is still keeping up in the market despite its lack of apps and lack of compatibilities.

Windows “Windows has an easier format on its platform right off the bat, which means it is a good phone for first-time smart phone users. However, it is still somewhat restricted like Apple when it comes to software compatibility.

Microsoft is keeping a short leash on what enters the Windows phone platform.”

Blackberry

Blackberry on the other hand, even though it has been on the market the longest, still has fewer than 100,000 apps.

It is also significantly losing its market share due to the lack of innovation in the last decade. They still boast the best “push mail” platform, where emailing is simple and fast when using outlook and other in-house emailing platforms. Due to this, their market still primarily consists of professionals in the business world running around the office.

Blackberry “Although they are the smallest on the market, they seem to be best fitted for international use because of the Blackberry Messenger (known as BBM), and business use due to its emailing capabilities and the fact that it has its own security software.

Most of my customers for Blackberry have been international students.”

In conclusion...

It is mainly up to personal choice and preferences. Majorities of people tend to stick with the first platform they were exposed to, since they are used to its functions and user interface. As far as overall consumer satisfaction goes, Windows phone users seem to be the happiest in present times. This is interesting as we may see software giant Microsoft regain its former glory in the not too distant future. logos courtesy of Google image search

Spotlight

Shoot Straight CWU Archery Club is right on target

Story Story by: by: Megan Megan E. E. Burch Burch Photos Photos by: by: Daniel Daniel Baldwin Baldwin

One whistle. Archers get ready. Two whistles. Shoot.

Three whistles. Retrieve your arrows. These are the range commands that you would hear during a practice of the CWU Archery Club.

About Archery Club The Archery Club was founded in September 2009 with only eight members. As of now, the club has 15 members. “It’s mostly freshmen, but there are some returners,” says Shawndra Cosper, co-president, who shares the title with Eric Zils.

The club tries to practice every week but schedules can be hard to line up. Equipment is provided at each practice, including bows, arrows, finger tabs, arm guards, and targets.

The bows provided are both left and right-handed. Since there aren’t many lefties in Archery Club, they get to shoot more than the righties.

Practices are run in rounds where half of the archers line up about 20 feet from a line of targets and wait for the command to shoot.

Everyone shoots 6 arrows and the archers collect their arrows after they get the retrieve arrows command. Then, the other half of archers line up and they take turns until the practice is over.

More experienced archers watch the new archers and correct their form and help them shoot more accurately and straighter.

Occasionally, the practices are run like mini-tournaments where each round points are added up and the winner gets bragging rights. But mostly, when people aren’t shooting they are chatting it up with the rest of the club.

Practicing on Campus

Archery Club has a bit of a problem, they can’t practice on campus. The club originally had practices on the property of Jim Boswell, founder of Rudder Bows.

Now, the club practices at the Kittitas Valley Event Center, also known as the fairgrounds.

Although that does cause some problems come spring when rodeo season starts.

During the 2011-2012 school year, former club officers, Sam Morcom and Brycen Toney decided that they wanted to find a way to practice on campus. “I felt like we were not part of the school at all. The other clubs are all CWU teams and we are just Archery Club,” Toney says.

Morcom and Toney presented their problem to the Facilities Department and the Central Washington University Collegiate Sport Club Program. Both parties agreed that it would be okay to shoot on campus, but the club was actually only able to shoot once. After the practice, Toney was contacted by campus police and told that Archery Club was no longer allowed to practice on campus. The main concern was the safety of the club members and bystanders.

Archery is, in fact, one of safest sports that one can participate in.

According to the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), “Archery is safer than every ball sport offered in schools except table tennis.”

The Archery Club hosts the NASP state tournament in Nicholson Pavilion every year. No one has ever been injured at one of these tournaments or any of Archery Club’s practices. Using the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System, which tracks injury rates from

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Archery is safer than every ball sport offered in schools except table tennis.

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consumer products and sports, the National Safety Council has determined that archery has an injury rate of less than 1 in 1,000 participants. Golf has twice the injury rate that archery does.

Sports such as basketball and soccer have injury rates of 15 to 25 times that of archery. It’s safer to shoot a spinning arrow though the air than it is to put a ball though a hoop.

Both Morcom and Toney are Central Alumni but are still active in trying to help current and future club members. “I feel strongly that Archery Club should be able to shoot on campus,” says Morcom. “As a school sports club, they should be supported by the school.”

NASP

The year after their beginning, Archery Club hosted the

tournament in the spring.

The tournament takes place in Nicholson Pavilion and is open to spectators.

In 2010, the first year hosted at CWU, NASP brought in 240 students. The 2013 competition brought in about 400.

The goal of NASP is to offer a sport that anyone can participate in and be comfortable with. The program is offered from 4th to 12th grade in the public and private schools. More than one million students are enrolled in NASP programs throughout the country. It also creates future Archery Club members.

NASP plays a large role in Archery Club because the tournament takes a lot of planning to put it together and for things run smoothly. Archery Club volunteers are always needed to direct students and spectators

around, run the matches and act as safety officers. These safety officers are one of the many reasons why no one has been hurt. NASP is the largest fundraiser for the club as well. The 2013 tournament raised almost $2,000 for the club. This money goes towards renting the fairgrounds space, buying new equipment and maintaining the old equipment.

From left to right: Devan Smith, Lucas Winkelman, Kassandra Lauritzen, Marcquetta Coles, Amanda Musselman, Amanda Grate, Darian Johnson, and Paul Fox. Not pictured are co-presidents Shawndra Cosper and Eric Zils.

While Archery Club is doing pretty well for themselves, not being able to practice on campus is quite a set-back. Their first practice of the year was held on October 24 because of all the logistics and scheduling that it takes to practice at the fairgrounds. And at $35 per practice, the costs can add up.

All this doesn’t stop the Archery Club though. They’re still going strong and shooting straight.

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For more information on Archery Club and how to join.

Add the club on Facebook at CWU Archery or e-mail co-president Shawndra Cospers at cospers@cwu.edu.

Dues every quarter are $25 or $70 for the entire year.

The club doesn’t hold practices during the spring, but bow making classes are offered and the club takes an overnight camping trip every year to facilitate team bonding.

Get to Know Your BOD No, not that BOD. Your CWU Board of Directors Story by Evan Pappas and Photos Courtesy of Board Members

Central Washington University isn’t just run by men and women in suits. The Associated Students of CWU Board of Directors (ASCWU-BOD) are a group of students who act as the student body’s government. Each elected student has a specific role they serve to the school and provide resources to help the students.

After spending last quarter as the VP for Equity and Community Affairs, Bryan Elliott is now the president of the Board of Directors.

“Ihave two primary responsibilities.

“I responsibilities.

Chairthe the BOD, be acaptain, team Chair BOD, be a team captain, act between as a liaison and act asand a liaison the between the administration and administration and the student the student body,” Elliottbody,” says. Elliott says.

Through his work and the rest of the BOD, Elliott wants to focus this year’s message to really benefit the BOD. “The overall theme of our BOD this year is building relationships,” Elliott says.

By building relationships with each of the various groups around campus, including the administration, the BOD will be able to help students more effectively than ever before.

Some other things Elliott is focusing on include campus transportation and veteran’s issues. Elliott has been reaching out to veterans and letting them know he wants to help.

“If I could have a physical legacy it would be leaving behind veteran’s memorial on campus,” Elliott says.

The BOD is dedicated to helping the students and representing the student body and they always want to see more interaction from the students.

If you want to contribute to any of the departments or join committees, the BOD is happy to receive your support.

Mary Orthmann is the VP for clubs and organizations. She chairs club senate, is the liaison between the clubs and the BOD and is a voting member of the funds council.

“If club members need help facilitating events, I am a resource for them,” Orthmann says.

Orthmann works with campus clubs and has moved part of recognition process online to the school site.Having club fairs every quarter is one of Orthmann’s goals for this year. The first fair earlier this year was quite a success and she wants to continue that success.

“Wildcat Welcome Weekend had club fair with academic and sports club. It was very successful and we would like to do one every quarter,” Orthmann says.

Jacob Wittman is the Executive Vice President of the BOD. His responsibilities include the BOD’s budget and the oversight of committees. Wittman says joining committees is something that students should do to have an impact on the school.

“It is a good way for students to get involved and have their voices heard,” Wittman says. “They can come up here anytime; we have an open door policy.”

As a Law and Justice Major, Wittman is also working with the Law and Justice Office to implement a pre-law advising program.

Wittman wants to help the BOD not only while he is a member, but also benefit the BOD in the future.

“We want to set the stage for the next BOD to be successful,” Wittman says.

Scott Kazmi, VP for Student Life and Facilities, is the liaison between the housing, facilities, SURC partners and the BOD. Kazmi has been active in promoting and helping with various activities and events on campus.

“So far I have helped plan and run Fred Meyer night, Wellington’s Wildfire and Bi-Mart night. Now I am helping work with the Zombie Bash,” Kazmi says.

Kazmi wants to make sure communication between the various boards and groups is maintained. Working with the RHA is another priority for him.

Kazmi wants to see students get more involved with the BOD, as well engage more in campus activities and with other students around them.

“Our campus motto is Learn. Do. Live. We should do that.” Kazmi says.

Kelsie Miller, as the VP for Academic Affairs, is the liaison between the students and the provost.

Her duties include advocating for students academically, directing students to paths for help and chairing the Student Academic Senate.

She has been focusing on the proposed change of Central’s quarter system to a semester system.

“Right now our biggest thing is the quarter to semester conversion survey,” Miller says.

Miller wants the students to know that the BOD is a resource they can use to find help.

“We are seriously here to help students,” Miller says.

Another one of Miller’s goals for the quarter is getting more students involved as senators for SAS. Any student can apply and must have at least one quarter in a major and a minimum 2.0 GPA..

Spencer Flores, the VP of Equity and Community Affairs, is the liaison between the campus and the community of Ellensburg. She is part of the Ellensburg Downtown Association, Equity and Services Council (ESC) and is the only student to sit on the Inclusivity and Diversity committee.

One of the projects Flores has been working on has been the improved central transit system.

“We just finished updating all the routes for central transit and we are now in the feedback phase,” says Flores.

She has worked on putting together the job fair, a place where business can come and bring opportunities for off campus jobs to the students.

“If students have issues come to us because we have all the contacts for people that can help,” says Flores.

Cassie DuBore is the VP for Legislative Affairs. Her job is to promote political awareness on campus.

She also chairs the CWU Washington student Association chapter. One of her projects right now is the Election Assistance Center.

“I make sure that students are civically engaged, whether that be getting them registered to vote or just getting involved,” DuBore says.

DuBore and other student “legislative liaisons” travel to Olympia to testify in legislation that can affect students and the campus.

This upcoming winter quarter will be when “lobby day” is held. An event where any students will be able to travel to Olympia and have their voices heard as representatives for the ASCWU-BOD and students across the state.

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Students G.I.V.E. Back

Central students have the opportunity to volunteer in third world countries Story by Chelsea Bronn, Photos courtesy of G.I.V.E. facebook

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ave you ever wondered what it would be like to not be able to read, or even own a pair of shoes? An eye-opening experience is waiting for students looking for the opportunity to “give� back in a third world country. Every day, people of the local community wear the same clothes and the young children happily kick around a tattered soccer ball. This is just a taste of an emotional life changing experience.

G.I.V.E. stands for Growth International Volunteer Excursions and is a Seattle based volunteer organization. They operate in Tanzania, Nicaragua, and other regions of Africa. Last year, a school in Nicaragua was built entirely out of plastic bottles and recycled materials, all thanks to volunteers.

Their mission is to inspire growth, empower the marginalized, and encourage sustainable change worldwide.

G.I.V.E. recruits volunteers from the United States, the UK, and Australia. A volunteer will travel to one of the countries for over two weeks and have the experience of a lifetime.

While there, volunteers work to build

Left: Students walk through a land fill.

Top rght: G.I.V.E. members building with bottles.

Bottom: The foundation for the school being built.

Opposite: Kevin Sprague with Nicaraguan girls.

schools out of recycled plastic bottles, implement fresh water systems, and teach English, health and hygiene to students at the local schools. They also get some free time on these trips; they have the chance to go on safaris, scuba diving, snorkeling, hiking, and saving baby sea turtles.

volunteers a passionate drive for when they travel to another country because essentially that’s what they will be doing there.

Not only can G.I.V.E. provide some life changing experiences to its volunteers, but also has the ability to offer students school credit for going on a trip. At CWU, a volunteer student can earn up to 5 credits that can be catered to any program. Central is the first and only university that has been able to offer this option to its students who participate in G.I.V.E.

Liz Keck, a current sophomore, is president of Central Washington University G.I.V.E. club. Keck began recruiting students to start CWU G.I.V.E. two years ago. The club began to focus on community service in the Ellensburg area. Kevin Sprague, a CWU alumnus, currently works as a recruiter for This experience gives

G.I.V.E. Sprague took the opportunity provided by G.I.V.E. to volunteer in Nicaragua two summers ago.

“In the country, I learned how other cultures are living and how immense poverty is outside of the U.S.,” Sprague says.

While Sprague was there he helped build a school out of recycled plastic bottles for the local community. “You get humbled in a way because you see all the kids,” Sprague says. “If they get new notebooks at school, that’s a very happy day for them.”

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Top & Middle: G.I.V.E. members work hard on the beach with recycled plastic bottles.

Bottom: Kevin Sprague and Liz Keck.

Keck accompanied Sprague to Nicaragua two years ago and she plans to go to Africa this coming summer. Keck describes a story of her trip to Nicaragua, which was especially emotional. “What really stood out to me was that this kid we were teaching English to, finally realized he could read,” Keck says.

“He was so excited that he read the same book over and over again just because he could. That was amazing to see; I actually cried a few times and got goose bumps on that trip.”

Keck’s second-hand man handling the G.I.V.E. club is Chris Nenninger, a current junior and vice president. He 43

traveled to two countries during his time with G.I.V.E., Nicaragua and Africa. “We worked alongside the locals; I thought it was really cool," Nenninger says. In Africa, the local community knew what G.I.V.E. was doing and was very supportive and appreciative of their efforts.

Students who have the experience helping those less fortunate come back feeling as if they have made a difference. “G.I.V.E. is an adventure. Travel, school credit, lifelong friendships, community service, and a once in a life time opportunity all in one special organization,” Keck says.

G.I.V.E. is now a school club recognized at Central Washington University and the students who participate have traveled to Nicaragua and Africa. G.I.V.E. holds informational meetings at the beginning of every school year.

Students that are interested can reach out to the club on campus. The club holds meetings every Wednesday in Black Hall room 150 at 5:30 p.m. The G.I.V.E. website is www.givevolunteers.org where anyone can apply online to be a volunteer.

Top: CWU G.I.V.E. logo.

Middle: G.I.V.E. club members.

Bottom: Children in Nicaragua.

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Mind & Body

From 260 to 190 lbs

A chat with KC Comella on his unbelievable transformation KC is an average young adult with quite a sense of humor and flair for living life in the fast lane. A spinal injury had restricted him from the athletic arena, but this did not stop him from going to the gym and staying fit.

Story by: Sean Wanigasekera

However, his addiction to video gaming and a back surgery, KC saw himself gaining weight at an unprecedented level, while also losing his self confidence. This was until he decided to try Medifast, an online dieting plan where you place orders for weekly supplied of meal replacements. Medifast is growing in popularity amongst the young adult population today due to its affordability and effectiveness in healthy weight loss.

What inspired you to get on the Medifast diet plan?

“My best friend and I were quite overweight and he found this Medifast diet. I didn’t believe it would work because it all sounded too easy. We lived in separate cities for four months and when I saw him I was thoroughly shocked. I almost didn’t recognize him! I had tried other weight loss plans before and they never worked, but after seeing this I was determined to try it.”

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How did you start the plan?

I had tried other weight loss plans before and they never worked, but after seeing this I was determined to try it.

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“I got all the basic information from my friend.

You call them and they assign you to a coach.

I called the same person on the Medifast team that was coaching my friend. Coaches are people who call and check on you once a week.

They inquire how you are doing with eating the Medifast products and staying away from other foods. She would usually text me asking if I had headaches and had hunger issues. It was more of an informal friendly chat that would also keep me in check.”

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How does it work?

At first you pick a target weight. You go through a five and one per day plan, which is five Medifast meal substitutes and one regular meal. However, a regular meal is restricted to vegetables and low-fat meats. This continues until you reach your target weight. “I was extremely hungry for the first two weeks”, Comella says. “With time you end up getting used to it because your stomach shrinks and you can fill it up with one Medifast bar and a glass of water”. The vitamin content in these bars is more than enough to sustain a young adult without any other forms of food. The extra meal is purely for mental satisfaction.

After reaching your target weight, you switch to a transitional phase. This is a six-week period where you start off with a five and one meal plan for the first two weeks, then switch to a four and two meal plan for week three and four. Finally for week five and six, you have a three and three plan where you can now eat vegetables, low-fat diary and meats, and some carefully calculated carbohydrate intakes. This is what you will do for the rest of you plan as a maintenance phase.

How much does it cost?

It cost anywhere between $300 to $350 per month.

It depends on what types of Medifast products you buy. These range from bars and pancake mixes, to smoothies and soups.

What do you do now to maintain your good shape?

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“I stopped after I reached my target weight. This is not advisable but I was confident that I could start maintaining my weight by exercise. I wanted to get stronger and start shaping up, instead of loosing more weight. This has been working so far and I feel great. It took me a total of four months and it was not as hard as some people think it would be. You just need to be disciplined, and not put yourself in tempting situations. It was also an affordable plan, and simple to follow. It actually saves you time as well, since all the meals are instant and portable.”

I wanted to get stronger and start shaping up, instead of losing more weight.

There are many students at CWU who try various workout routines, diet plans and even weight loss medications. Some of these tactics work and some don’t. It is common knowledge that the key ingredient is self-determination, and stories such as this are intended to give those seeking to lose weight an insight into what they should expect.

“Sometimes you have to make decisions that even you think are impossible but if you keep your head in the game, anything in life can be achieved.” –KC Comella.

Photos courtesy of: KC Comella's Facebook

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After Dark Music Review By: Lindsey Wisniewski

The Head and The HeartLet's Be Still

Alternative/Indie Rock Seattle-based indie band, The Head and the Heart, announces the release of their highly anticipated new album, Let's Be Still. After releasing their self titled album, The Head and The Heart, in 2009, these Ballard locals were signed to Sub Pop Records. Since touring extensively with artists such as The Decemberists, The Walkmen, and Vampire Weekend, The Head and the Heart has begun headlining their own shows. "Homecoming Heroes," and "Another Story," showcase the band's folk-y and eclectic acoustic sound and full bodied, harmonious vocals. The Head and the Heart is set to begin their upcoming tour, including multiple visits to Seattle, with Thao and the Get Down Stay Down and Quiet Life. 15 of their 34 shows are already sold out.

Similar artists: Mumford and Sons, The Avett Brothers, Of Monsters and Men, and The Lumineers.

Miley Cyrus Bangerz

Pop/Dance Following her controversial VMA performance, Miley Cyrus kisses the days of Hannah Montana goodbye with her new album Bangerz. In the wake of a broken off engagement, the 20 yearold twerker teamed up with artists such as Pharell, Mike Will Made It, and Britney Spears to release her most provocative album yet.

Leaving her haters behind, Cyrus raps in the hit song 23," I back it up / 'Cause I don't give a f*** / If you're a lame / That's a shame / You can't hang with us." She also showcases her powerful vocals in the ballad's "Wrecking Ball, Drive, and Adore You." Bangerz may have the critics swarming, but this album is fascinating and a must listen.

Similar artists: Katy Perry, Britney Spears, and Selena Gomez.

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Dr. Dog B-Room

Psychedelic/Indie Rock

Releasing their eighth full length album, third with ANTI-Records, Dr. Dog releases B-Room. Reminiscent of the '60's and '70's, B-Room consists of funky, comfort tunes and catchy beats. Songs such as "Distant Light," and "Long Way Down," are tastefully melodic and tie together in this psychedelic and down to earth album.

Perhaps Dr. Dog's most revealing song from this album is "Too Weak to Ramble." The ballad exposed "Bitter the fruit / Withered the vine / Long gone the virgin who danced til she died / I'm here in the valley, hidden from light / too weak, too weak, too weak, to ramble."Dr. Dog is touring with The Lumineers this Fall.

Similar artists: Delta Spirit, Fruit Bats, Blitzen Trapper, and The Morning Benders.

Drake

Nothing Was The Same In his third studio album, Nothing Was The Same, Drake drops his rap act and crosses over into the world of pop. Unlike Take Care, his album released in 2011, Nothing Was The Same takes on a meaning of it's own. Nothing Was The Same represents a significant transition in Drake's life from his earlier works. In "Started From the Bottom," he says "We don't like to do too much explaining / Story stay the same through the money and the fame/ 'Cause we started from the bottom now we're here." Drake's US Tour with Miguel kicks off on October 18th and will continue until the end of 2013.

Rap/R&B/Pop

Similar artists: The Weeknd, J.Cole, Kanye West, and Lil Wayne.

The Blow The Blow

Electro/Pop

After seven long years, the Portland duo of Khaela Maricich and Melissa Dyne, release their second album self-titled The Blow. The band's last album, Paper Television, released in 2007, featured Jona Becholt of the band YACHT. Long gone are the sounds of "Parentheses," and "True Affection," in The Blow this synth-pop duo delivers catchy, articulate lyrics about relationships and love. In the album's first song, "Make It Up," Maricich sings "I thought I knew what love was / Turns out I might have faked it more than most / I thought I knew what love was / But here in your arms I never have to bluff / You might just have to make it." The Blow is out now from Kanine Records with tour dates this Fall.

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Food & Drink

What you need to know about MEASURE 522

Story by: Lindsey Wisniewski

Genetically modified organisms, or GMO'S, are foods produced by organisms and plants that are genetically altered to produce traits that do not occur naturally.

Foods typically modified include: meat, squash, rice, soybean, sugar cane, canola, dairy products, potatoes, and more. This process helps producers to create tastier foods while increasing food supply and faster growing plants and animals.

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Initiative Measure 522, a to be labeled in retail stores.

Washington initiative from This would enable customers 2012, received enough to make informed decisions signatures to be considered about their purchases for the 2013 election ballot. and avoid adverse This initiative would require health or environmental foods that are genetically consequences that may engineered to be labeled in occur from consumption.

Washington State beginning Dr. David Gee, a Professor of July 2015.

Food Science With major and Nutrition It's 30 years later companies and they still at Central such as haven't done those Washington Washington things.

University, Association remembers of Wheat w h e n Growers GMO's first started.

He and PCC Natural Markets split on the issue, it's recalls, "I was completing undergraduate in important to understand my how this measure may Bacteriology and we were told foods were going impact you. to get better. Vitamin A In support of Measure 522, deficiency was really big at over 340,000 signatures were the time and we were told needed to move forward these (GMO) foods, such as with voting this November. rice, would contain Vitamin In favor of this notion, voting A. It's 30 years later and yes will require all genetically they still haven't donethose modified foods such as cold, things." He also added that cereals, soft drinks and chips consumers should observe

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Do you need to wonder what's at your family's dinner table? With health conscious foods on the rise and more people wanting to know what's in the food they eat, many are left wondering what the impact of non-labeled ingredients may be.

the crops that produce GMO's. "Look at the crops.

GMO's are producing sugar, animal feed, and oil. Foods that are high in sugar and oil are those foods that are cheap to produce. These are the very same foods that are contributing to obesity."

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Farmers Bureau and Washington Association of Wheat Growers, agree that labeling GMO’s is a costly expense that would require manufacturers to increase food prices. Not to mention, the United States Department of Agriculture and the Federal Drug Administration have already approved these foods.

Amongst the pro-labeling campaign, its supporters One of the include the corporations Organic The bottom line b a c k i n g C onsu m e r s is this bill is about the anti-522 Association, transparency, its about the person's campaign is N a t u r a l right to choose.

Monsanto.

Products Monsanto, Association a leading Northwest, producer in genetically Nature's Path, PCC Natural engineered seed, was the Markets, and Whole Foods first company to genetically Market. modify a plant cell. They have Susan Livingston, the been involved in a number of Regional Marketing Director high profile lawsuits, ranging of Whole Foods Pacific from hundreds to millions Northwest, stressed the of dollars, regarding health importance of Initiative issues of their product. So far Measure 522 by saying "We Monsanto has contributed are deeply imbedded in this 4.6 million in opposition. and for over 30 years our Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps, company has established a high quality soap making very strict standards for company, has donated the our vendors. The bottom single greatest contribution line is this bill is about of 1.5 million in support. transparency, it's about the person's right to choose."

Livingston addressed the oppositions claims that Genetically engineered labeling would lead to foods already make up higher food prices and said nearly 70 to 80% of the "Labeling won't increase ingredients of grocery store costs. It's five little words: foods today. In opposition may contain GMO derived to Measure 522, companies ingredients. 64 countries, not such as Washington State

to mention big countries, such as England, China, and France already label GMO's on the package.

They are already exporting to these countries and those countries have already reported that they are not experiencing higher costs."

She added, "This is a messy fight. We have had nearly 8,000 supporters donating around $10 each, while they have had major corporations donating hundreds of thousands each."

It's essential for CWU students to understand that their vote will play a significant role in the future of food policy.

Livingston commented on the influence of young voters by saying, "We are so happy to have the leadership of young people, their influence is really important to shaping the future."

Dr. Gee also noted that Measure 522 will have a huge impact on our students. He stated that while every CWU student eats, it goes back to the question "Should you have the right to choose what you eat?" No matter what your stand on genetically engineered foods may be, November 5th is voting day.

I-522 will be on the ballot and YOUR vote counts.

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So where do you stand?

Danielle, a prepared foods member at an Oregon Whole Foods, said that she was happy to see the company she works for, "take a stand for food." Despite the fact this is a Washington measure, she hopes it will eventually make it on the Oregon ballot. She stated "This isn't just about the food, this is about the customers. They deserve to know what's in their foods and Measure 522 could help do just that."

Dr. Gee noted that while his opinion does

not represent Central Washington University, he is disappointed in the way GMO's have been applied. "We were told foods were going to get better over time and they just haven't. I bought it over 30 years ago and 30 years later it hasn't done those things."

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This isn't just about the food, this is about the customers. They deserve to know what's in their foods and Measure 522 could help do just that.

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For more information on Initiative Measure 522, check out these sites: willvoteforfood.com factsabout522.com yeson522.com votenoon522.com

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Lauryn Ormrod

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Jessie from Toy Story

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Teghan’s favorite costume was the one she wore when she was five or six: a black and pink cat.

“I liked cats back then,” Teghan says.

One of her favorite memories from that costume was trick-or-treating with friends and searching for her favorite candy, peanut M&M’s.

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Jordan Diel

Favorite Costume: Mummy

“When I was a kid, I loved watching Scooby Doo,” Jordan says.

“My favorite bad guy was a mummy.”

This is what led Jordan to be a mummy one year when he was six or seven.

His mom bought him a white sweat suit, then wrapped Jordan in tissue paper.

“It took forever to get on, but thankfully it didn’t rain,” Jordan says.

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Ryan Toussaint & Marissa Toussaint

Favorite Costume: Gender swap

“While this may not be my best look, I wanted to get in touch with my feminine side,” says Ryan.

“The scary thing is I think we pull off either gender…well, I do, at least. Ryan wasn’t fooling anybody but people actually thought I was my older brother. I went by the name Marty last Halloween in this costume,” says Marissa.

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PULSE Confessions Can you guess which confession belongs to which staff member? Do you have an embarrassing story of your own? Send them to Pulse Magazine and you might just appear on our Confessions page.

The summer before my senior year of high school, my best friend and I went to a water park with her little brother and his friend. Of course there was one of those really tall straight down drop water slides that everyone is scared to go on. I was the one who was convinced to try it. I climbed all the way to the top, jumped on the slide and went down. On my way down my swim suit had a malfunction.

Somewhere between the top of the slide and the bottom my the clasp on my swim suit top broke! Since I couldn't keep my arms crossed my top flew up and I unknowingly flashed the entire water park.When I was off the slide I realized what had happened so I scrambled to pull my top back down and ran over to the water park office to safety pin my swim suit top back together.

When I was 16…a GIANT spider had built its web right outside my bedroom window. After a week or so enough was a enough and I decided to take matters into my own hands. I went outside, found a rock and tossed it at the spider web… I missed the spider by a foot and ended up breaking my own window.

I don’t like the music my roommate plays every Friday and Saturday night. Lil Wayne and Sage the Gemini are just not musically talented. They each have a few catchy song but the three songs I can enjoy quickly lose their appeal.

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When I was a kid an episode of Tom and Jerry inspired me to light a match. The flame scared me and I threw it in the trash. When I came back into the room the flames had reached the ceiling so I rushed to get my grandmother to call 911. Luckily nobody was hurt.

I went out on my 21st birthday and because I didn't have any pockets and didn't want to mess with digging out a purse, I ended up leaving my wallet at home with my ID in it. So, I ended up not being able to drink on my 21st.

My first year of college was spent at Washington State University. I lived in a coed dorm but felt pretty fortunate that the showers were right across the hall from my room. One morning I left my door open to go take a shower. Upon my return in nothing but a towel, I found that someone had shut my door, effectively locking it. I spent the next 45 minutes sitting outside my room in a towel, while several of my male classmates went into the elevator, which was also conveniently located right next to my room.

I had a crush on this girl ever since I was 14.

For 2 years she liked me as well but since I went to an all boys private boarding school, we never got to see each other. Then finally, three days after I turned 16, I asked her out on a date. She was quite the party animal and so I was going to bribe a bouncer and get into a nightclub. In the mean time, let it be known that I have really young parents who were also very strict. Finally, on a lovely Friday evening, I picked her up and we get to the club. I gave the bouncer his commission and we walked in. It was perfect and she was thrilled. While on the dance floor swinging to Shaggy's "It wasn't me," we bump into another couple in the dark room. After a double take by both parties, I realized that to my horror, the other couple were my parents.

Send your confessions to: cwupulsemagazine@gmail.com

Sleepwalking became a regular nightly activity for me when I was young. One night my sleepwalking habit took a turn and I ended up sleep-peeing in the garbage can in our kitchen. My dad walked into the kitchen after hearing some “odd� noises and there I was sitting comfortably on the garbage can completely unaware of what I was doing. He waited and then calmly walked me back to bed. The next day, I still had no idea what had happened until my family began to make fun of me. I thought I just had a really odd dream that night.

When I was 16, I went to a party one night and was hanging out with a new group of people. As I was getting to leave the party, I went to dig in my purse for my cell phone and was surprised by what I found.

Shockingly, one of the guys at the party took a crap in my purse. I was absolutely humiliated and started crying. I came home at 4 a.m. and was trying to be quiet.

I couldn't get my keys to get into the house because obviously there was something disgusting in my purse. I had to wake my Mom up and explain what happened.

She was SO angry! How embarrassing.

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