Vanguard October 29, 2010

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FACE OFF A WEEK BEFORE ELECTION DAY Kitzhaber and Dudley respond to the Vanguard’s questions about higher education, restructuring ALISON BARNWELL VANGUARD STAFF

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JOHN KITZHABER

On Wednesday, the Vanguard met up with gubernatorial candidates Chris Dudley and John Kitzhaber to discuss their campaigns and issues affecting Oregonians, particularly students in higher education. The interviews have been edited for brevity and clarity.

CHRIS DUDLEY

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KITZHABER: BULLSEYE COFFEE IN WEST LINN VG: What are you doing in preparation for Nov. 2?

JK: At this point, most people have made up their minds. It’s really a matter of

getting people to turn in their ballots, and so we have spent most of our time with voter turnout. What we’ve done, all summer long, is we’ve been calling people to try to identify folks who are going to vote for me…[and make] sure they get their ballots in. Were at the phone banks every night and most of the day…Tuesday, we were in Ranier, Astoria, Tillamook, Forest Grove, Hillsboro and Beaverton.

VG: How would you compare this campaign to your last one?

JK: Well, this is a much more challenging campaign. I ran in 1980 against Bill

Sizemore, who wasn’t particularly well funded. Chris is new, doesn’t have the kind of record with Oregon that Bill did, and has got probably over $9 million now…

He’s new, and he’s tall!

DUDLEY: ST. HONORÉ BOULANGERIE IN LAKE OSWEGO VG: What needs to happen in your campaign before Nov. 2?

CD: Right now, it’s keep getting the message out, it’s getting out the vote, it’s getting across the state. Just last week, we ran a 30-staff, 20-county tour.

VG: Any obstacles remaining?

CD: I think the message is clear; it’s, listen, if you’re comfortable with where we are today, then vote for my opponent, but if you think that we need to go in a new direction, that we need to fundamentally make some changes, then, let’s go. To me, it’s that simple.

VG: Well, I haven’t decided yet, myself.

CD: I encourage people who are undecided to go on the website, look at the plans

I’ve outlined…I’m proud of the fact…that our education plan was looked at by a bi-partisan national group called Education Reform that went around and looked at the various gubernatorial candidates, and ranked their platform[s] on education. [It] gave us an A [and] gave my opponent an F.

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Disability Resource Center adopts an online system Students will use electronic forms to notify instructors about special accommodations PETER BROWNING VANGUARD STAFF

Next term, Portland State’s Disability Resource Center will join other universities which have long had an electronic system for students to file service request forms, a document informing faculty members of any special accommodations needed in the classroom.

The DRC hopes that its new

online format will be more convenient for students, as they will not have to fill out paperwork at the beginning of each term.

Currently, the service request form looks like a class add/drop form. It asks for the course registration number, subject, class title and instructor. The form, filled out by students, then asks for the type of accommodations that the student wants for each class.

Now, students will be able to fill out the form online rather than having to e-mail, fax or bring it into the DRC office.

With the new online system, students will be able to log into the DRC database, type in the CRN, view the list of services available and mark what they need for each course.

This new system will help both students and DRC staff cut out a majority of the paperwork that comes with each new term. Students will also be able to make schedule changes and update their information online, rather

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than having to fill out and turn in a new service request form.

According to Darcy Kramer, DRC accommodations coordinator, this term was the last term that the DRC used paper-only service request forms.

Come winter term, the center will offer both paper and online forms, and in the spring it will be fully online.

“We always want to make the system work better for our students,” Kramer said. “The current system of having the students fill out a print service request form is time-consuming and uses up a lot of paper. Students will no longer need to stand in line at the DRC at the beginning of the term to get copies of their faculty letters, and reducing the amount of paper used will mean we’re more sustainable,” she said.

Other institutions have been using an online system for students and faculty for some time now.

For instance, Oregon State has been online for two years.

“The ultimate goal is, what is

the functional impact of the disability and how…you accommodate it,” said Tracy BentleyTownlin, OSU’s director of disability services. “I send out e-mail notification to instructors. Our philosophical stance is nobody likes to be surprised. It’s important you provide the faculty a heads-up on how to work with a student.”

At PSU, faculty will now receive e-mails, rather than letters, letting them know about students’ academic needs.

With the implementation of an online system, students will not have to track down their professors or give them forms in class, according to Kramer.

“This will reduce questions and confusion about accommodations and give instructors more timely notice of students needing accommodations,” Kramer said.

The DRC will hold workshops and training sessions to familiarize students with the new system and procedures. For more information, call 503-725-4150.

Event to showcase Oregon’s bioscience industry Will provide universities, researchers, industry leaders opportunity to collaborate JESSE HANSEN VANGUARD STAFF

Oregon is a state celebrated for its expansive forests, vistas and abundant natural resources. However, bioscience hasn’t been one of Oregon’s well-advertised fortes, though that may soon change. On Nov. 2, the four major research universities in Oregon—Portland State, Oregon State, the University of Oregon and Oregon Health & Science University—will gather at the Portland Convention Center for the Oregon Innovation Showcase.

The annual event is intended to draw together academia from Oregon’s higher-education facilities and industry leaders who could be potential investors. This year’s showcase is focused on the design and implementation of medical devices.

In a recent survey by the Battelle Institute, it was found BIOSCIENCE ON PAGE 3

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Kate Brown urges students to turn in ballots On Wednesday evening, Oregon Secretary of State Kate Brown visited ASPSU to lend her support to its voting campaign, Vote OR Vote. With less than a week before elections, 15 ASPSU volunteers gathered to make phone calls to registered voters to remind them to turn in their ballots

by Nov. 2.

Brown, clad in a bright green ASPSU hoodie, made an appearance from 6 to 8 p.m. to make phone calls alongside the students.

“The more likely students are to vote, the greater the impact they have on legislation,” Brown said.

Commenting on Oregon’s current financial circumstances, Brown said, “Students can determine the direction that will take by voting for gover-

nor, senate members and legislators.”

Many of the ballot initiatives are issues that will directly affect students; financial aid budgets and educational system reform will impact tuition, Brown said.

Using an automatic dialing system, students were able to get in touch with many registered voters, some calling up to 35 people in one hour.

In addition, Brown’s presence meant more than the ability to make more calls, as she represented the purpose of voting.

“I won my first race for the house by seven votes, so I know that every vote counts,” Brown said.

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NEWS BRIEFS Colleagues, friends to hold memorial for Astrid Schlaps In honor of Astrid Schlaps, a retired professor who died at the beginning of September, family and faculty members from Portland State’s social work, psychology and women’s studies programs will hold a memorial this Sunday, Oct. 31. It will take place in Hoffman Hall from 1 to 3 p.m.

Schlaps began teaching at the School of Social Work in 1993, and later became a full-time faculty member, according to the school’s blog. Though she retired in 2007, she continued to maintain her private practice, working with adults, children and families affected by abuse.

Schlaps’ husband, Richard Hunter, was also a longtime faculty member in the School of Social Work. In addition, he helped found the Child Welfare Partnership and was the director of the Child Welfare Education Program.

Hunter allegedly shot Schlaps before taking his own life at their Manzanita home in September. According to police reports, the murder was motivated by financial troubles.

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Portland State-based organization receives transportation grant The researchers at the Oregon Transportation Research and Education Consortium (OTREC) have been given $3,243,400 in grant money to spend another fiscal year making Oregon’s transportation system more safe and sustainable.

OTREC is a partnership between Portland State University, the University of Oregon, Oregon State University and the Oregon Institute of Technology.

The company, based on PSU’s campus, is designed to “address the transportation needs of Oregon,” according to its website. It addresses issues such as safety, mobility, environmental stewardship and congestion relief.

In 2005, the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient

OTREC at a glance According to its website, the OTREC has: ■■ Received 281 proposals ■■ Funded 97 research projects ■■ Has partnered with the Oregon Department of Transportation on 47 research projects ■■ Been awarded $7,783,569 for research Total value of projects funded: $9.1 million

Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users bill was passed, becoming one of the largest surface transportation investments in the U.S. to date.

This bill led to a yearly grant dispersed by the U.S. Department of Transportation that allows research associations, such as OTREC, to continue its work, according to Jane Mellow, director of governmental, international and public affairs at the Department of Transportation.

According to Jennifer Dill, OTREC director, this is the fifth year this grant has funded OTREC. Dill said that it will be a six year grant in total.

With this annual disbursement, totaling $3,243,400, OTREC plans to continue to move towards transportation innovation.

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Multnomah County bans sale of bottled water at public functions On Oct. 14, Multnomah County became the first county in Oregon to ban the sale of bottled water at public functions. The decision came after a unanimous vote by Multnomah County Commissioners.

The initiative to ban the sale of bottled water from public events was introduced by 2nd District Commissioner Barbara Willer. The motivating factors for the initiative are varied, including financial issues, sustainability and water quality, according to Willer’s staff assistant, Sarah Brownstein.

According Brownstein, the county spent $20,000 on bottled water last year. The passage of this recent measure is predicted to save the entire Multnomah County $20,000 to $30,000 annually.

The quality of water is also at stake, Brownstein said.

Whereas bottled water is under the auspices of the Food and Drug Administration, the Environmental Protection Agency administers and oversees tap water.

The FDA requires the bottled water industry to test water six times a month, while the EPA requires testing 300 times a month.

According to Food & Water Watch, a sustainability conservation watchdog organization, bottled water is thousands of times more expensive than tap water, and is no safer.

Calls to extend the ban to the sale of bottled water in the city of Portland have been rejected, according to Portland Water Bureau Director David Shaff.

“What we do is encourage people to make good choices,” Shaff said. “We’re trying not to get into prohibition.”

The measure is part of the nationwide Take Back the Tap campaign, which serves to support policies that promote affordable and clean tap water to the public, according to the organization’s website.

“Water is a human right,” Brownstein said. “We need to ensure that we all have equal access.”

According to Brownstein, this was Willer’s personal motivation in pursuing this piece of legislation.

This attitude toward the issue has arisen at the University of Portland as well, whose administrators have made the decision to ban the sale of bottled water on campus. Catherine Howells, a professor at Portland State, hopes the PSU administration might soon follow suit.

Portland is one of six large cities in the U.S. that has unfiltered water systems, according to Howells.

Along with Seattle, Tacoma, San Francisco, Boston and New York City, Portland does not filter its tap water. Instead, it relies on purifying chemicals, such as chlorine.

JOE MANTECON

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BIOSCIENCE FROM PAGE 1

Bioscience industry is Oregon leading employer that, compared to the national average, Oregon has been outpacing job growth in the biomedical sector. Despite Oregon’s poor economy in recent months, the biomedical industry is only growing.

Few people understand the long-term business implications of this as does the Innovation Showcase keynote speaker, Len Blackstone. His company, Blackstone Inc., is a consulting firm that has worked with some of America’s largest fortune 500 companies.

“If you look at bioscience as an industry, it’s one of the fastest growing employers in Oregon,” Blackstone said.

“From a private equity standpoint, more money is being invested into bioscience here than IT technology and energy combined.”

A study conducted by the Oregon Bioscience association in 2007 found that, at the time, 39 percent of Oregon’s bioscience industry was focused on the development of medical devices. In second place was pharmaceutical research, with 23 percent. It is also believed that medical device research has stolen even a greater percentage of Oregon’s bioscience attention since 2007.

The same study also noted that, in the last eight years, more patents have been issued in the bioscience field in the greater Portland area than Denver, Los Angeles, Sacramento and Seattle combined.

Here at Portland State, research is being conducted in the medical field that could not only save lives, but revolutionize the entire medical industry, according to Dr. Raj Solanki, a PSU professor with a joint appointment in the department of physics and electrical computer engineering.

For years, Solanki has been studying the field of electronics downsizing. The apex of his latest work has been the production of a prototype for a one-time-use device that could exponentially decrease the cost and time it takes to have blood-work done in clinics and hospitals.

“If you go to a doctor’s office, they will often times order a blood test to detect an illness,” he said. “Your blood is taken, sent to lab and you’re given a return appointment at a much later date when the results return. Only then can they begin to prescribe a treatment.”

Solanki’s prototype—a chip that requires only a drop of blood—can let doctors know the results within 10 minutes.

“Before you leave the clinic you know the problem, and can be prescribed a treatment,” Solanki said.

The chip is also slated to be available for around $10, significantly reducing the cost of traditional blood-work. Hypothetically, this could also allow diseases to be detectable in patients in third-world countries, where testing blood for diseases has generally been cost restrictive, Solanki said.

Solanki was hesitant to provide a firm timeframe for the market arrival of his project, but claimed that the development was in its final stages.

“We’ve been working with a company called FlashSensors, and they are making the prototypes right now,” he said.

It is this project that has drawn Solanki to the Oregon Innovation Showcase. Along with his colleagues from the three other major research universities in the state, Solanki will take the stage to tout the innovative progress made in the field of bioscience.

After the presentations at the showcase, the attendees are offered a networking period during which academia and researchers mingle with industry leaders in the field of medical products. Oregon based companies Home Dialysis Plus, SAM Medical Products, S-Ray, Inc. and Bioject, Inc. will also be in attendance to share new products in the field. ■

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PSU innovator: Dr. Raj Solanki has been studying a faster, more cost-efficient way of taking blood samples, which will be featured at the Oregon Innovation Showcase.

4 VANGUARD ■ FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2010 ■ OPINION

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EDITOR: RICHARD D. OXLEY OPINION@DAILYVANGUARD.COM 503-725-5692 ONLINE POLL

Beyond the bus MAX, which led to 20 fatalities between 1998–2006, while buses led to 10 during the same time period.

Of course, we can’t expect a Maglev system to come to Portland any time soon, but perhaps we should be focusing on preparriMet’s bus fleet is one of the oldest in the metro ing for the future rather than keeping with a nearly out-of-date system. method of mass transit, such as busses.

In the increasingly cold weather, these 17-, 18From the Nissan Leaf to the Chevy Volt, companies are inand 1900 series buses, all almost 20 years old and vesting in new methods of transportation. Google has officially made by Flxible, are at risk of breakdown as age programmed a driverless car and electro-charge stations are poptakes its toll. Yet their maintenance staff contin- ping up in California. Why don’t we wait on purchasing new ues to clean and polish these dinosaurs while buses—at least until something better comes the economy is getting back on its feet. out? In fact, there are electric-motor options IAN They are waiting on future rail development, for buses. It would be a good idea to look into BELLAMY which will continue to hold consistent focus those options for the time being, until we adand will help increase efficiency of bus service. vance our rail systems.

An example of this is the recent addition of the Usually TriMet buys 40 buses annually, but that Green Line, which decreased the need of buses on line 72 down has been put off in order to combat budget cuts. The money allotted Southeast 82nd Avenue. to buying buses has been diverted to maintenance of the aging fleet, Bus and bus-service maintenance receives almost half of its while federal money helps out with rail development. We seem to funding from taxes, 22 percent from fare and 20 percent from have a dilemma. state and federal operating grants and other sources. Bus purTriMet needs capital growth, both because of increasing ridership chases, replacements and wages are paid for by this general fund. and in an attempt to keep up with other agencies, so they recently On the other hand, TriMet’s rail expansion primarily comes raised the bus fares. They also have to keep day-to-day operations from federal capital grants, which are allocated in advance for going. Due to high unemployment and low payroll tax revenue, they major projects. These, by law, cannot be used to fund bus opera- have lost state and local support and have had to temporarily cut tions—that would be a misuse of federal capital. back service.

Meanwhile, TriMet has put Measure 26-119 on the ballot to Given these considerations, it makes sense that TriMet is spend“help enhance service for seniors and people with disabilities” by ing resources on rail development. Once the economy gets back up purchasing at least 150 new buses and improving stop and staon its feet, then we’ll have an expanded tion amenities, thereby helping the bus fleet receive a much-needed update.

Rail systems are simply much more efficient than buses, both in the amount of speed that can be achieved and in sustainability. For example, magnet trains, also known as Maglev trains transport people from Shanghai, China to the airport, hitting a top speed of 268 mph. The airport is 18 miles away, and the trip lasts just over seven minutes.

This speed is achieved by means of magnetic propulsion and monorail structure, a suspended system that tends to diminish human targets along its tracks—quite the opposite of TriMet’s

HOW SHOULD TRI MET INVEST IN FUTURE MASS TRANSIT?

37% (7) All rail baby!!!

Cover Portland with MAX lines!

Embracing technology and the future of mass transit

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37% (7) Find a way to get get both equally running.

27% (6) Give busses a little money now, but phase them out, and phase rail lines in

0% Busses. We need top notch busses on the road, I don't care about the MAX.

Street Car and perhaps the rumored Orange Line directed towards southeast Portland.

Beyond that, maybe we can hope for even grander future systems, such as the MagLev system.

For now, one can only hope that the bus won’t break down during the daily commute. ■

ILLUSTRATION BY SUSANNAH BECKETT

The wheels on the bus go round and round… for now TriMet’s Measure 26-119 and what it can do for you

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nother voting season, and yet another set of how they vote. Although the measure asks for money from votmeasures to consider, and as usual, they will ers in the time of a recession, the investment is important and cost you somehow. worth it for the future of TriMet’s buses. It is also a good step But sometimes that isn’t so bad, and you toward regaining and improving some of what was lost due to can get what you pay for through services we past budget cuts. all use—services such as The measure would not only revamp bus stops TriMet, which is asking for more money from that are in need of updates to make them safer, voters this year. Unfortunately, TriMet may not but it will also replace older buses, which will put MEAGHAN DANIELS get the support it needs for the measure to pass. a stop to frequent breakdowns. Newer buses will TriMet is proposing a $125 million properalso be more accessible to those with disabilities, ty tax measure for the Nov. 2 ballot. Measure as well as the elderly.

26-119 aims to fix stops and replace older buses; this would come The bond would pay for up to 150 new buses. Many buses that at a cost to owners of median-priced $240,000 homes in the Met- currently make up TriMet’s fleet are malfunctioning and have ro area. The cost would be approximately a meager $19 per year. been taken off routes. It is important that people in the metro To many bus riders, it may seem that the MAX lines have been area vote for buses; it affects a lot of people. placed as priorities ahead of bus lines in the eyes of TriMet. People across the country are in awe of the public transportation Last year, TriMet got rid of “Fareless Square” and replaced it system in place here in Portland. Portland is quickly becoming a with the “Free Rail Zone,” which means that only those who ride model for modern public transportation that the rest of the counthe MAX can ride free-of-charge between downtown and Lloyd try can look to.

Center.

It is important to maintain the image that Portland has made for It used to be that in the old fareless area, buses and MAX trains itself. The first step towards harnessing this image is to improve would not charge their patrons to ride. But now bus riders must the bus system. The buses affect many people in the Metro area, pay everywhere they go, including downtown. There have also and they expand to places that the MAX system and the WES been repeated service cuts for buses, while some lines simply do commuter rail cannot reach. not run on Sundays.

Voters need to invest a little money to get more buses. The MAX While bus service has suffered, TriMet is also planning on filling system does not reach out into several neighborhoods. There are a $137 million gap in the new proposed MAX line that would run even Portland State students who live in Forest Grove or southfrom Portland to Milwaukie and cost $1.4 billion. The new line east or north Portland who commute every day to campus. Those isn’t a bad idea. Having another rail line would mean the MAX people do not have MAX lines that reach out to them, and they would reach more people and connect more Portland area neigh- rely on buses to get to school, work and various other places. borhoods. The new MAX line will travel 7.3 miles from Portland We cannot ignore the needs of those commuters. TriMet serves State to inner southeast Portland, Milwaukie and Oak Grove in the community, resulting in fewer cars on the road, while helpNorth Clackamas County. ing many people commute through their everyday lives. Voting Whether or not the bus riders of Portland are feeling appreci- “yes” on this measure creates more options and better service for ated at this particular moment should not have a reflection on commuters. ■

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MAXimum annoyance

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he Portland MAX: a marvel of the modern resurgence of rail and mass transit efficiency that not only advances the ingenuity of the city, but also serves the people of Portland with essential and valuable commuting options.

It is the perfect way to travel about the city, if not for one aspect—the people.

Yes, Portland is an eclectic mass of characters that adds to its vibrant culture. But such a vibrant culture can be a bit of a doubleedged sword when crammed onto the MAX. You will always encounter the one guy rapping to the beat of his own life and whatever song he has thumping through his headphones, writing down rhymes in a notebook, swaying and bobbing—playing out his own personal version of “8 Mile.” Here’s a hint for the 8 Milers out there: Eventually you can switch up those rhymes. Finding every word in the English lexicon that rhymes with “thug” or “gangsta” kind of sounds ridiculous and

comes off more like “Cat in the Hat” than an urban poet. Your kids wet themselves, they get sick or they have a number of other notebook probably looks more like a rhyming dictionary than a issues that will cause them to cry. Put down the phone and take lyrical diary. care of your baby. Unless the kid is crying because it suddenly It seems no matter where you sit, chatty Cathy will be sitting became aware you are its mother, I am sure you can do something right next to you. Maybe it’s just me, but I am always confronted other than sit there. with some old gentleman or woman, who frankly seems a bit off, talking me up about everything from World War II con- You will always encounter the one guy rapping to the beat of his own spiracies to whether or not I’ve met Jesus. life and whatever song he has thumping through his headphones, Here’s a tip to save you all some time and trouble: Just tell them you have met him; writing down rhymes in a notebook, swaying and bobbing—playing out they usually move on after that. his own personal version of “8 Mile.”

Of course there are the gutter punks— you can’t miss them wherever you are in Portland. And to be clear, I’m not talking about homeless Let’s not forget the smelly guy. He is always there, yet many people, I’m talking about gutter punks—the pan handling yet times no one knows which guy he is. But whoever he is, he smells can afford pyramid studded belts and Misfits T-shirts, say they like he fell asleep under the tree that the gutter punks use for a can’t afford a meal yet have a dog and force them to share that urinal, and then ran a marathon before driving around in Seinpredicament with them and, openly use park trees as urinals feld’s car. Where does that guy come from? Where does he go? gutter-punks.

No one knows, but we can all be certain that he will show up on En masse, they will take over a corner of the MAX, while one the MAX. guy tries to sell me discount candy that came from God knows What about the tourist? I know the MAX has become a where and the others spread out asking for spare change and bit of a popular attraction unto itself, but these folks come cigarettes. into town thinking they are going to get a taste of a New Then there is the guilt parade of special interest petitioners, all York-style trip. But, let’s face it—the MAX is great, but it out to get your signature on an issue you really don’t have time all really goes to the same place: downtown. It either goes to to fully comprehend. Or, more likely, they want our money. They your left, or to your right, and that’s pretty much it. Oh, I all pretty much tell me the same thing, “If you just give up one know, we have the Yellow and Green lines that stretch out latte a day, you can support such and such…” You know, I have north and south, but in general, within the tourist hot spot a question: If I am giving up a latte for this cause and then giving of downtown, it’s pretty basic. Yet they still ask us where it is up a cappuccino for another and then another—when the hell do going, and what is near which stop, or where the most obscure I actually get to have my coffee? things are, as if we all know every nook and cranny of the city.

I know it’s not PC to say, but we are all thinking it—why the And they inevitably just face disappointment as they realize hell is that one lady a mother? Her kid is screaming and crying, that most of the best spots in Portland are on the east side, yet she is more interested in texting on her phone. The kid is not anyway. yet old enough to put two sentences together, and she argues with But still, the MAX beats hopping in your car and hitting it as if it could carry on an adult conversation. “Cry all you want, the roads filled with Oregonians behind the wheel, which is a I don’t care,” she says. Well, we sure as hell do. Get a clue, lady, whole other issue. ■

GUEST OPINION

Poor economic plan makes Dudley a scary choice MATT TELLAM DAILY EMERALD

Here’s a shock: I think you should vote for John Kitzhaber. But before you flip the page to the sports section or close out of your web browser, here’s why you might want to keep reading: It isn’t because Kitzhaber is a strong candidate. It’s because Chris Dudley is an awful one.

I find it odd and slightly humorous that fiscal conservatives find this candidate attractive. Casting aside the fact that he was the treasurer of a labor union, his plans for the economy are potentially catastrophic. At some level, his goal jives with traditional conservative mantra - cut taxes. Mainly, cut capital gains taxes, which are the highest in the country. Common sense, right?

Wrong.

The cuts would lead to a loss of $800 million over four years in tax revenue for the already struggling state. While Dudley likes to point to the theory that the increase in business investment and subsequent employment within the state would offset those losses, can’t fiscal conservatives find this semi-alarming?

Surely, individuals who are concerned with spending can see the fallacy of this argument. It’s like investing money you don’t have in the stock market, or, for that matter, purchasing mortgagebacked securities so toxic that it is quite likely that they all will default.

What if those jobs don’t come? It isn’t that far-fetched to believe they won’t during a time when the entire nation’s economy is practically stagnant. Even if those jobs do come, it will take a couple of years. With an annual $200-million hole, cuts will

have to be made. Dudley won’t say where those cuts are going to come from. How can fiscally conscientious people support someone who plans to do away with $800 million in state revenue and won’t detail where cuts in the state budget will come from?

The cuts, of course, will come from broad sectors of the state.

Education, health care and public safety are just some of the groups that will be hit hard under Dudley. But he refuses to acknowledge this for the sake of his own political survival, hoping that by avoiding these topics the citizens of Oregon can somehow be duped into voting for him.

And it doesn’t stop there. Dudley has made promises of starting a college scholarship program, although again he refuses to say how he would pay for this. Gee, that sounds terrific, Chris.

While you’re at it, why not just have the state government employ everyone without a job and remove taxes entirely.

If Oregon’s economy was booming, then I might be able to take what Dudley is proposing. Then again, if Oregon’s economy was booming, there would be no reason to slash capital gains taxes.

The fact is, Oregon is currently one of the most economically depressed states in the country, and however badly Republicans may want to cut taxes, it is unbelievably shortsighted to believe that shortfalls in the state budget would be recouped by increased business. Dudley is essentially a politician without a plan - and that is the most dangerous kind.

I’ll admit it, Kitzhaber isn’t the most exciting individual. He tends to come across as aloof with his technical analysis of Oregon. When he left office in 2002, he claimed that Oregon was “ungovernable.” Obviously, his stance has changed somewhat on that notion, but his campaign, overall, has been relatively meek.

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The fundamental difference is that Kitzhaber has an economic plan that is clear, plausible and manageable.

He wants to cut capital gains taxes more slowly, roughly $100 million over four years. The plan acknowledges the problem without creating an inescapable hole in Oregon’s budget. He wants to enact a series of weatherization projects, similar in theory to many New Deal construction efforts, to not only provide immediate jobs but also to cut down on energy costs throughout the state.

Kitzhaber at least acknowledges the fact that there will have to be a tightening of expenditures around the state. There is simply no way Oregon can continue without it. It strikes me that Kitzhaber is, if not more fiscally conservative then Dudley, than at least more fiscally responsible than Dudley.

Last Wednesday, President Barack Obama made an appearance in Portland to rally support for Kitzhaber. He made an analogy to the economy as a car stuck in a ditch. The president said, “Have you ever noticed, when you want to go forward in the car you got to put your car in D? When you go backwards, you put it in R? We don’t want to go back into the ditch.” I find Obama’s analogy mainly accurate. Although the more I come to see it, it’s more like we’re idling in our cars in front of a canyon. On our left are the Democrats, pointing to the fact that there is a bridge just a few miles down the road, while on the right the Republicans are rubbing their chins and saying, “I think we could make it.”

Go for the safe choice. Vote for Kitzhaber. ■ *This article was originally published in the Daily Emerald.

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6 VANGUARD ■ FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2010 ■ OPINION VANGUARD EDITORIAL

YOUR VOTE, YOUR TUITION Politicians and special interest groups spend hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars every election cycle trying to court the ”youth vote.” Students are told that they have to vote to keep tuition low and financial aid high and though the link between simply casting a ballot and tuition rates is never explicated—they’re onto something.

As a state with a woefully underfunded higher education system, a projected $3.2 billion dollar budget shortfall and a unique system for ballot initiatives and referendums, every time an election comes around the already small slice of the funding pie for Oregon universities is in danger of becoming even thinner.

The state takes in revenue from a variety of sources, which are grouped into “funds.” The General Fund is 29 percent of the total state budget, the Lottery Fund is 2 percent, Other Funds accounts for 50 percent and Federal Funds makes up 19 percent of the total budget. For the most part, the Oregon University System is paid for out of the General Fund, which takes in about 87 percent of its revenue from the state income tax, according to Oregon Blue Book.

The remainder of General Fund revenue comes from the corporate income tax and taxes on things like cigarettes, liquor and estates. These sources of revenue are not fixed and fluctuate with the economy—fewer people employed means less income tax for the state. Voting for legislators and municipal leaders with the best ideas for job growth in Oregon will certainly help the state generate more revenue, but it is not just unpredictable revenues that impact the amount of money given to higher education.

The citizen legislature meets every two years in Oregon and during its 2007-09 legislative biennium the General Fund was set at $14 billion—millions short of the projected expenditures of those departments and services that it funds. Public

Safety receives 13 percent of the fund, K-12 education gets 43 percent, Human Services 23 percent, Other Programs 10 percent and “All Other Education” (which translates into higher education) gets 11 percent of the General Fund total.

This means that Oregon has one of the lowest appropriations of funds to a state university system in the nation. When measures are placed on the ballot for increases to programs in human services or public safety departments, the money has to come from somewhere—and it usually comes from higher ed.

Knowing which departments tussle over the scant General Fund monies can inform voter decisions on ballot measures. Requiring only a few thousand signatures, just about anyone can have an initiative or referendum placed on the Oregon ballot, with little thought to its effect on the state budget. It’s up to voters to take funding into consideration when weighing the cost versus the benefit of a particular ballot measure.

For instance, according to the Blue Book, in 1990 voters approved Ballot Measure 5 that reduced property tax rates, which shifted much of the responsibility for funding K-12 public schools to the state’s General Fund. These measures can have enormous impacts on the state budget, services offered and, in the end, things like tuition rates.

The Oregon Constitution mandates that the state budget be balanced; the legislature must allocate only the money it has, even when expenses are expected to be higher than what the state’s revenue will be. This means that voting for candidates with the best ideas for garnering the state additional revenue is of paramount importance.

When casting your ballot this Tuesday, remember that you are voting for your tuition rates. Examine what and who you think would be best for the state in terms of generating revenue, job growth and the distribution of its already limited funds. ■

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KITZHABER FROM PAGE 1

DUDLEY FROM PAGE 1

JOHN KITZHABER

CHRIS DUDLEY

structure is not unlike that of a state agency, and that dates back to the days when 70 percent of the funding came from the state. They’re not really state agencies any more, and they’re really micromanaged. So they need more flexibility to raise other funds and make decisions and get out from the state procurement rules. But I still think we need a state system…I’d still make sure that the state had oversight in terms of tuition policy, make sure that students had financial access and make sure that the university system is still delivering what the state needs from the system of higher education.

VG: Why vote for you and not Kitzhaber?

CD: To me…we’re living in the future that he

created. He had eight years. He has a record, in those eight years; I don’t think it served us well.

I think there’s a reason we’re 42nd in employment, 43rd in education, [first] and [second] in hunger and homelessness. We need someone who’s willing to change the system, not someone who represents the system.

THE INTERVIEW CONTINUED WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE CHRIS DUDLEY CAMPAIGN HEADQUARTERS IN LAKE OSWEGO

VG: Should a set percentage of state funds be going toward higher education?

JK: I do believe that we have to provide some AUGUST MILLER/VANGUARD STAFF

VG: My readership includes a lot of students, so I have some questions about education. I asked Chris Dudley some of these questions, too. Let me ask you about your weatherization program…is that mainly K-12?

JK: No, I think we’re going to start there; a

lot of our college building is a little bit newer than some of the K-12 building, but the idea is to start with K-12 and then take it right through to community colleges and higher education, because there’s opportunities to put people back to work and to make the schools better learning environments, more energy-efficient.

VG: More people are returning to school because the economy is bad…there’s been an influx of new students. Will there be jobs for the outpouring of graduates?

JK: Well, there’s two pieces here. One is

creating opportunities for new jobs, to match the work force coming out of community colleges. There’s a couple of really high-demand job areas that aren’t getting filled, even in this recession…metal workers, welding, repair… trying to match the training with available jobs is one thing. There’s about a 30 percent unemployment rate in the trades right now, so they would benefit tremendously from the weatherization program that I’ve been talking about. The other thing we need to do is think ahead about where the job growth is going to be two, three years from now. Clearly, it’s going to be in nursing and in allied health fields.

It’s going to be in clean energy and renewable energy. So, it’s very, very important that we focus, to some extent, on trying to make sure we have the work force necessary for the jobs that are going to be developing.

VG: Right now, the Oregon University System restructuring is being talked about a lot. What do you think?

JK: I do think that the universities need

more operational autonomy. The governance

degree of stability to the funding source, because while a lack of resources is a problem, inability to know even from semester to semester how much money you have creates bizarre things like raising tuition in the middle of the semester. So I do agree that whether it’s a fixed percentage or a certain amount that’s indexed to economic growth, we do need to provide a stable floor in this next session for our universities and for our K-12 system as well, and our community colleges.

VG: So why should I vote for you and not Dudley?

JK: Well, there are three [reasons]: The first

one is I do think experience matters in this job, particularly going into a huge budget crisis with a significant unemployment problem. Chris has never created any private sector jobs, he’s never managed a budget and I don’t think he has the training for this job. Secondly, over half of his proposals raise money without providing a way to spend for them, to pay for them and that’s not exactly what we need to do during a recession. Third, I have a long history in Oregon of supporting middle class jobs, middle class families, a woman’s right to choose [and] protecting the environment. Those are Oregon values, and I think those are fundamental differences between the two of us in this race.

VG: What do you think PSU’s role in Oregon should be?

JK: We’ve got three large universities in

Oregon; we’re at a time where we need to do some additional collaboration. I think, obviously, international trade is a huge issue; urban design [and] urban development is a huge issue that’s important at PSU. The other thing that I think we need to think about is some sharing on things like engineering degrees. I mean, OSU has a school of engineering; [PSU has] Intel nearby and a real demand for engineers right here in Portland…It seems that some collaboration could be developed to try to make sure that we can provide the high-tech workforce for all these new jobs that Intel in particular will be creating.

VG: What is your bureaucratic experience like?

CD: I went to Yale [and studied] economics and

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VG: The Oregon University System is looking at restructuring. What are your thoughts on that?

CD: I’ve been strongly supportive of the idea of freeing the university system from legislative micromanagement. They’re under [the control of] 6,300 line items in the budget. They need freedom. When I’ve talked with the various university presidents—I’ve talked with the chancellor—I encourage them to get together and have one plan that they all agree upon, which they’ve done, and I would call it the community college model, because it’s similar to how we run our community colleges right now…Education is critical to our future, and especially higher education.

political science; I played in the NBA for 16 years; I was treasurer of the union; after I retired from the NBA, I took my CFP. I was senior vice president of the firm M Financial…I’m the president and head of a foundation for kids with diabetes… so that’s my experience, as well as running the campaign, being an Oregonian and having kids in public schools.

VG: You’re probably aware of furloughs and how the University of Oregon did not take furloughs this past year. What are your thoughts?

CD: I haven’t been involved in the details of

it, so before I reach too far…I would say that I understand the concern, that if the state is asking across the board for its employees to share in the sacrifice, that it be seen as everyone’s doing.

VG: What do you see as PSU’s role in the state of Oregon?

CD: That’s an area that I will work with

VG: Returning to the restructuring conversation, do you think a set percentage of the state budget should go towards higher education?

CD: Well, I think we’re going to have to be cre-

VG: How could we do better? How would you be involved?

CD: The first piece is giving [PSU] that freedom

VG: What’s been really controversial lately has been the claim that you want to decrease minimum wage. Can you respond to that?

CD: It’s false. The other side knows it’s false, yet

[Portland State] President Wiewel on; I’ve talked with him, and we’ve talked about this.

That’s something that’s part of the process with the seven universities, is making sure that they don’t necessarily overlap, but they have strengths in each university, [so] when you put them as a whole, you excel in all areas. Portland State has done a great job of being a top-class university in the city of Portland.

to make choices to allow the president to be in charge, rather than the legislature. Let the president make the decisions on how best to improve the university.

ative in how we fund higher education; I think there’s been 20 years of disinvestment in higher education. I think it should be a top priority.

Do we get to the point where we establish a set percentage or set dollar amount? We’re going to have to look into what makes the most sense in that regard.

they still want to run with it. It’s an unfortunate part of politics. I do not want to do anything to the minimum wage. I support the minimum wage. I do not think waitresses are overpaid.

CRIME BLOTTER The Campus Public Safety Office is required by law to maintain a public crime log, which it publishes on Mondays and Fridays.

■■ Oct. 16, 1:04 a.m.: Person arrested for offensive littering in East Hall.

■■ Oct. 18, 11:19 p.m.: Victim’s car window was smashed in on Southwest Lincoln.Property was stolen out of the vehicle.

■■ Oct. 19, 12:29 p.m.: Victim’s backpack was stolen in Miller Library.

■■ Oct. 19, 2:21 p.m.: Victim’s bicycle was stolen on Neuberger Hall grounds.

■■ Oct. 21, 2:52 p.m.: Suspect keyed victim’s vehicle in Parking Structure 1.

■■ Oct. 21, 9:41 p.m.: Suspect trespassed on Portland State property, in the University Honors Program building.

■■ Oct. 22, 5:14 p.m.: Victim’s wallet stolen, along with keys to her office and the front door to the University Center Building.

■■ Oct. 23, 7:34 a.m.: A projector was stolen from Transportation and Parking Services in the Academic and Student Recreation Center.

■■ Oct. 23, 3:29 p.m.: A purse was stolen out of Lincoln Hall’s Green Room.

■■ Oct. 24, 1:27 a.m.: Suspect arrested for unlawful possession of heroin in Parking Structure 3.

■■ Oct. 24, 1:27 a.m.: Suspect arrested for unlawful possession of cocaine in Parking Structure 3.

■■ Oct. 24, 1:27 a.m.: Suspects arrested for criminal trespass in Parking Structure 3.

■■ Oct. 24, 12:50 p.m.: Car window broken out on Southwest 11th Avenue.

■■ Oct. 24, 8:46 p.m.: Male robbed at knifepoint in the South Park Blocks, outside of the university district.

8 VANGUARD ■ FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2010 ■ ARTS & CULTURE

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“Paranormal Activity 2” doesn’t disappoint as expected RICHARD D. OXLEY VANGUARD STAFF

Poke the world: The Vagabond Opera, pictured here with no actual instruments takes the stage at Secret Society on All Hallows Eve.

PHOTO COURTESY BEN Z. MUND

Who do Voodoo? You do?

Vagabond Opera hosts The Transylvanian Voodoo Ball LEAH BODENHAMER VANGUARD STAFF

Did someone say live music, cupcakes, balloons, costumes, cabaret, belly dancers and lots of ghoulish worship? And more to be revealed?

If you are looking for the most happening Halloween show, look no further. All day Saturday, the Secret Society Ballroom in northeast Portland will be filled with Halloween festivities for the young and old, for the energetic and stoic.

Hosted by Portland’s very own—though globally renowned—Vagabond Opera, The Transylvanian Voodoo Ball is going to be a night of raising the dead through dirty dance and worship of the spirits.

Though Saturday night’s musical focus for the Vagabond Opera will be the eerie and spooky traditions of Russia, Romania and Serbia, their style pulls strands of influence from all over the world.

This being their fourth annual Halloween show, Vagabond Opera is no amateur when it comes to the theatrics of reviving the spirits of the afterworld.

“People can come in and party,” said vocalist and tenor saxophonist Robin Jackson, “and also have some sincere meaning if they want [to contemplate] death in general and the cycle that the holiday brings about.”

What Jackson is referring to here, in terms of quiet contemplation of the dead, is the presence of ceremonial voodoo altars and interactive art installations. A large community of Vagabond enthusiasts is gathering together to create an evening of remembrance and celebration of ancestors and lost souls. One contributor that stands out is the woman who owns Zilla Sake House on northeast Alberta Street. A follower of voodoo and La Dia de los Muertos, she will be constructing her own altar for the evening worship.

Though Saturday night’s musical focus for the Vagabond Opera will be the eerie and spooky traditions of Russia, Romania and Serbia, their style pulls strands of influence from all over the world. From European Cabaret to vintage Americana, Ukrainian folk-punk to Neo-Classical opera, the band is notorious for submersing their audience, by way of suggestive theatrics, into another world where men still walk around with curled mustaches, Victorian attire and

dusty old accordions squealing out magic and mischief. All costume and style aside, this band is comprised of some of Portland’s most talented musicians and no matter the occasion, the audience can be guaranteed a good show.

In addition to the incredible musicians that will be gracing the stage of the old Masonic lodge that is now the Secret Society Ballroom, other activities will be just as exciting. The day is actually divided into two separate shows. At 3 p.m. the family-friendly show begins. This event is targeted at not only children, who are a favorite audience for the Vagabondians, but also for those children’s parents who, in the words of Jackson, “want to party but can’t.”

Four members of the Opera are parents, so this demographic has a certain special space in the Vagabond heart, as dreary as that might sound.

Also for the kid’s show will be the appearance of a long-time Portland entertainer. Some refer to him as the “balloon wizard,” but most know him as Joe the Balloon Guy. For those of you unfamiliar with such a renowned entertainer, know this: By the end of the night, everyone is likely to be adorned with handcrafted balloon hats, each of which are created with the utmost care, creativity and love.

Now, for the evening show, beginning at 9 p.m., the vibe will be a little darker, deeper and a little more sinister. Opening the stage for Vagabond are two bands, Groovy Wallpaper and Amanda Richard’s Zombie Country Band. Wallpaper is a relatively new collaboration of cellist Skip vonKuske from the Portland Cello Project and the Vagabond Opera and percussionist Don Henson from Sneakin’ Out. They create folksy acoustic ambience that is edgy, suggestive, suspenseful and very tasteful. Amanda Richards, a self-proclaimed “Bohemian country songstress” will be playing with a zombie band in homage to her recently released zombie concept album.

Both acts will lend themselves to the spirit of Halloween through song and dance.

“I love doing theme shows,” said Jackson.

“Shows that allow you to enter into a world that you maybe don’t always get to spend time in—and to really explore that world with lots of other people. I like to feel like I’m going on a journey with the audience—in this case, into a creepy Halloween world.”

The show encourages costumes, debauchery and sorcery. ■

Transylvanian Voodoo Ball Secret Society Ballroom 116 NE Russell St. Saturday, 3 p.m and 9 p.m.

Kids show: adults $12, kids $7, age 3 and under free Late show: $15

All set for the season of chills and thrills, “Paranormal Activity 2” hits the big screen, bringing with it everything the first film lacked: more cameras!

Last year, “Paranormal Activity” filled audiences with chills and had film executives crying with delight over a film that cost practically nothing, yet grossed over $193,000,000. And yes, you read those zeros right—hundreds of millions.

It originally hit college towns and small theaters, where it was generally well received, creating a cult following that reveled in the fun of the film. However, it received mixed reviews upon its wide release in major theaters—reviews that didn’t stop it from making mega bucks.

The sequel, “Paranormal Activity 2,” comes just one year later, making up for the downfalls of the first film and succeeding in a way that the original couldn’t.

We are introduced to Hunter, a baby boy coming home for the first time to his father, mother, sister and the family dog. And of course, since they are a clan of suburbanites, they have a Spanish-speaking nanny. Some time passes and Hunter grows into a toddler—all documented on the family’s personal camera. Of course, things begin to get weird after the family’s house is completely trashed while they’re away. Every room is in disarray, except Hunter’s, yet nothing is missing or stolen. To make themselves feel more protected, security cameras are installed throughout the house—and so the frightening tale unfolds, all caught on cameras throughout the house.

On one hand, it repeats not only the format of the first film, using personal cameras to progress the story, but also the general characteristics such as suburbanite culture, the man of the house not buying into the spooky ghost stories and the basic style of scaring you…BAM! Did I scare you?

No? Ah well, then…BAM! How about then— did I scare you then?

On the other hand, the film takes the overall quality up a notch from the first installment.

Perhaps the greatest addition is its cast, which is much fuller than the first. With more characters on screen, viewers have a lot more to watch and a lot more story to follow compared to the first film, which was filled with many empty camera shots and random weird occurrences, all interacting with only two main characters.

The movie significantly steps up its creepy factor. Sure, the creepiness is partly due to the ghostly occurrences jumping out on screen. But also, the film utilizes two significantly creepy devices—babies and dogs’ eerie sixth senses. Babies, well, come on—they’re just daunting, staring off into space, giggling, screaming and wetting themselves. The dog in the film is one to watch, too. While the characters interact and go about their business, the family dog is in the background sensing something in the air—inspecting and on guard.

If you didn’t like “Paranormal Activity,” you most likely aren’t going to take to part two very well either, but it certainly has a better chance of winning you over. The movie still presents certain faults, yet far less pronounced, such as the lingering question: Why the hell are these people recording their random conversations, or even the serious ones? Who the hell has a serious heart-to-heart discussion and tapes it? The basic character structure and camera format hasn’t changed, either. But the film more than makes up for it.

“Paranormal Activity 2” is able to patch up any qualms the first movie offered, and in doing so rounds out its style of putting viewers on edge with a decent story and string of events. It will, at the very least, function as a decent Halloween season flick. ■

Paranormal Activity 2 Paramount Studios Now playing

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Staying safe at Halloween parties Don’t let a sexual assault or DUI spoil Satan’s birthday REBEKAH HUNT VANGUARD STAFF

I give you mace: Oppressors—give 'em the boot!

Trick or drink!

Big kid pairings for your favorite childhood holiday KAT VETRANO VANGUARD STAFF

Halloween is upon us, and while most of us won’t likely find ourselves going door-to-door begging for sweets, we may very well be eating some of our own. What better way to combine both the past and adulthood than by pairing wines and beer with candy? In order to keep this experiment college-friendly, each of our wines used have been purchased from our frugal friends at Trader Joe's.

The beers are readily available and often on sale at your finest alcoholic distributors (or, you know, the grocery store).

So empty your candy bowl, pull out the cork of your favorite wine and celebrate Halloween. Here are the beverages and candies used in this experiment, but feel free to try your own flavors:

Beverages:

DREW MARTIG/VANGUARD STAFF

Halloween season is upon us, and with it comes one of our most hallowed university traditions: the massive keg/costume party. In an environment where pretty much everyone is going to be incredibly drunk and wearing clothing even more bizarre than the everyday Portland please-notice-me attire, it’s easy to lose touch with reality and with it, a rational sense of the danger involved in activities such as these.

No one should walk around terrified of their own shadow, and we are definitely not saying you can’t have fun at parties, but your holiday fun will be greatly improved by keeping yourself generally safe and un-murdered this Halloween party season. Ladies, no matter how great most of the guys you know are, there are still men out there that will attempt to take advantage of any girl they can. Add alcohol and the chaos and isolation of a big party to the equation and you can be putting yourself in a potentially dangerous situation. Fortunately, there are some simple and easy things you can do to ensure your own safety, as well as that of your friends, when you strap on your lingerie and bunny-ears and hit the scene.

1. Go in groups of AT LEAST three. This may sound inconvenient, but it’s necessary for your safety. Men with predatory intentions are less

Cabernet Sauvignon: Although it was expected, the chocolates chosen in this experiment did not pair ideally with this red wine choice. Better choices to eat with this wine are the orange and berry flavors of the Starburst. Their juicy mouthfeel fit well with the flavors of this wine, particularly the berry notes and slight tannins.

Lambrusco: The bubbles of this red sparkling wine seemed to play well with the most the candy choices. The notes of chocolate paired well with the strawberry layers in this wine, causing the 100 Grand and the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups to be excellent choices. This was the only match found that seemed to harmonize with the Tootsie Pop, whose fruit and chocolate were hard to work with. In addition, the Starbursts and Skittles’ fruit flavors married well with the lightness of the bubbles, allowing this fun drink to be a winner with all.

likely to approach a group than a woman on her own, and the more people keeping an eye on each other, the better. There is strength in numbers and a larger chance that at least one of you will be sober enough at all times to watch out for the others. Don’t let knowing the host lull you into a sense of security. Chances are, she doesn’t know everyone at the party either, and she will not be able to look out for you all night while she’s trying to make sure no one pees in her closets or sets fire to the pets.

2. Stay with everyone you came with. Never, ever show up to or leave a party alone and make sure your friends are safe, too. Incidents of sexual assault at parties most commonly occur when friends lose each other in the fray and just assume everyone is OK. If you see one of your girls going off with a guy you don’t know or don’t trust, just walk up and politely say to the guy, “I need to talk to my friend for a minute.”

Ask her if she is sober enough to make safe decisions, and assess the situation. If you feel it’s unsafe, tell your friend to come hang out with you and the girls for awhile.

3. Never leave alone. Not to belabor this point, but seriously. This is straight out of “Howto-not-get-raped/mugged/molested/murdered 101.” When you even feel slightly drunk, don’t leave by yourself. Either stay overnight with people you trust, have someone else drive you home that you trust or call a cab. This goes for everyone, though, not just girls, because this can save you a DUI. Leaving a party alone isn’t safe, es-

pecially on a college campus.

4. Know what you’re drinking. Keep an eye on your drink and your surroundings. Trust your instincts. Pretty much everyone on earth knows that if some guy walks up and offers you a drink at a party, you say no. Pace yourself and alternate your drinks with water. It takes your liver about one hour to process each alcoholic drink, depending on your size, food consumed and other factors.

Don’t mix your drinks. Stick with one type of alcohol. Alternating different types of alcohol will raise and lower the sugar in your bloodstream, which can just make you sick and put an end to a fun night.

As obvious as it seems, avoid drinking games. When playing them, it’s hard to judge how much you are drinking and in how long of a time span.

Keep in mind that for every five drinks a guy has, a girl can drink two.

5. Don’t drive home drunk or walk home alone. Just don’t.

You are taking your life literally into your hands and, if you’re driving, the lives of others as well. Besides, you’re risking a DUI, which is incredibly expensive and humiliating.

Drink water to counteract the dehydration from the alcohol and to prevent a hangover the next day. After the party, leave with your friends, make sure everyone gets home safe and if any of your friends are still very intoxicated, don’t leave them alone. Be sure to check on them throughout the night since their BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) can still rise even though they’ve stopped drinking. Have fun! ■

Black Butte Porter: Since many connect stouts and porters with chocolate, it was no surprise that the chocolate candies (100 Grand and Chocolate Tootsie Pop) were genius matches for the richness of this beer. But the absolute best pairing with this porter is the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup. The saltiness of this candy was constantly requesting a refreshing drink, and the Porter provides a nice complexity that is delicious and unexpected. ■

Hefewizen: The two choices that work best with this light, wheaty beer are caramel and vanilla-toned candies. The rice crackles in the 100 Grand Bars were reminiscent of the wheat tastes in this drink, which really caused an excellent match. The sweet vanilla tones of Candy Corn also complimented the lightness of this beer.

■■ Charles Shaw Chardonnay ■■ Charles Shaw Cabernet Sauvignon ■■ Le Grotte Reggiano Lambrusco ■■ Widmer Brother’s Hefeweizen ■■ Black Butte Porter

Candy Tasted: ■■ Skittles ■■ Starburst ■■ 100 Grand ■■ Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups ■■ Tootsie Roll Pop ■■ Candy Corn

The Pairings: Chardonnay: The lemon flavors of both the Skittles and the Starburst paired well with the notes of melon in this award-winning Chardonnay. One surprise match for this beverage was the 100 Grand candy bar, whose rice and caramel tones became prominent when eaten alongside the wine. The Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup was not an ideal match for this, since the peanut butter became overwhelming when eaten after wine.

ALL PHOTOS BY SAGE WARNER/VANGUARD STAFF

Skittled: Alright kid, give me your keys.

Sustainability: Don't just throw out that old candy.

10 VANGUARD ■ FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2010 ■ ARTS & CULTURE

Shouting into the void Robert W. McChesney and John Nichols look to history in search of journalism’s future JOSHUA HUNT VANGUARD STAFF

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Good reads: McChesney, Alton Brown's evil twin, is glad you're reading this.t

In a decade in which media consumers are keen to eulogize American journalism, many have struggled with the tragedy.

America has taken comfort—as the grief-stricken so often do— with self-reassuring platitudes.

It happened so suddenly. It was out of our hands. It was inevitable. All things must pass.

The American democracy, which once lived on hard news, investigative journalism and contentious debate, now subsists on a steady diet of opinion and entertainment. Political coverage has become electioneering and investigative reports have become advertisement.

American newspapers have

ceased being, as H.L. Mencken once said, “…ceaselessly querulous and bellicose.” That great tradition of American journalism is dead, and on that matter there is little dispute.

Media critic Robert W. McChesney and journalist John Nichols remind us, in their new book “The Death and Life of American Journalism,” to look to where we tripped, not where we fell.

McChesney is a professor of communications whom Noam Chomsky has called “the most important media critic of our time.” John Nichols is the Washington correspondent for “The Nation,” has covered

seven presidential elections and has been an important critical voice in political reporting over the years. “The Death and Life of American Journalism” is not the first collaboration of these two great media minds; however, it does stand out from their other books in one notable respect: While both men frequently explore the problems of modern media, this book goes one step further, offering cogent and pragmatic solutions as well.

The authors expertly abjure many popular assumptions about the state of modern journalism, including how it came into its present state.

While it has been assumed by many that the Internet is to blame for the woes that have befallen newspapers in America, McChesney and Nichols offer evidence that this is not the case. The authors point to the massive conglomeration of media enterprises over the past two decades as the primary cause. This trend, which began prior to the advent of the Internet, has led to a corporate ownership of newspapers which is at the mercy of market forces, and unwilling to accept the traditional margins associated with the news business. The voice of American journalism was not co-opted by bloggers; rather, it was downsized by corporate CEOs who believed

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that newspapers could be run like any other business.

Of course, the news is not just any other business. “The Death and Life of American Journalism” hastens to remind readers that the commercialization of the institution did not occur for nearly 100 years after the founding of the United States. There is a wealth of rich history that chronicles newspaper’s transformation from a government-funded and purposefully contentious form of public censure to a profitable business model in the advertising age. In examining this history, the authors offer some surprising insights with which to view our current media situation—namely, that our age has witnessed the total breakdown of the advertising supported newspaper model, and that it may be old conventions, rather than innovations,

Thrifting: This time, it’s for real Vintage hunting the old-fashioned way

which may save journalism as an institution. With advertisers having fled to other forms of media platforms in droves, American newspapers find themselves in a position that they haven’t experienced since the American Civil War. Advertisers no longer depend on them, and they can no longer depend on advertisers.

In an interview with Paul Jay earlier this year, McChesney discussed some of the book’s proposed solutions, based on the historical model of American journalism prior to the maturing of the print advertising industry.

“Everyone knows that the government shouldn’t censor the press, but there is another aspect to the idea of a free press in America,” McChesney said.

“That is that it’s the duty of the government to ensure that an independent fourth estate

actually exists.”

“If you don’t have a free press, it’s a hollow right to say it won’t be censored. Our founding fathers took that for granted, they held those two beliefs simultaneously as being complimentary to one another, not contradictory,” he said.

While many would perhaps view government-subsidized journalism as a controversial solution, there is historical precedent, if we go back to a time when newspapers were seen a necessity, and a right of all people in a democratic society rather than a growth industry. The idea is perhaps less controversial if we consider that a transparently government-subsidized news media is vastly more trustworthy than one with a hidden corporate agenda and zero transparency.

In remembering how journalism once lived in America, we might yet find a way to ensure that it lives on. With ideas as fresh and bold as those of the founding fathers, Robert W. McChesney and John Nichols offer good reason to resist burying this great institution.

Oscar Wilde once wrote, “But what is the difference between journalism and literature? Journalism is unreadable and literature is not read. That is all.” ■

Goodwill Outlet 1750 SE Ochoco St. Milwaukie, Ore. Mon–Saturday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.

Sunday, 9 a.m.–7 p.m.

Grab some hand sanitizer, roll up your sleeves and make sure you’re caught up on your tetanus shots, because this place is intense. Known as “The Bins,” this is a true thrift store in every sense of the word. In fact, it’s like the Costco of thrift stores. The Goodwill Outlet consists of a huge warehouse filled with—you guessed it—bins. Clothing is sold in bulk by the pound. There are bins filled with all types of clothes, shoes, knick knacks, toys and electronics. I even pulled out a tent while looking at some sweaters. The Bins can be a little bit intimidating because there is so much stuff to literally thrift through and it can get competitive, so don’t leave your cart unattended. They also have TVs, furniture and who knows what else. Your patience will be rewarded if you stay the course and sift through the piles of chaos, because it is possible to find neat things in them. Plus, you’ll be thrifting for a good cause; 83 percent of your sale goes to help others in need.

AMANDA BENTLEY VANGUARD STAFF

It’s time to travel out past the wellknown shops nearby that we’re all used to in order to explore the less-pristine, but satisfying, world of true thrifting. You have to venture out to get to the good stuff, but once you do find a good thrift store, it can most definitely be rewarding.

In fact, it is a little bit like Christmas; you never know what you’re going to get—a good surprise, or a bad one.

PHOTO DREW MARTIG/VANGUARD STAFF

The big dirty: Know what you're getting yourself into when you tussle at The Bins.

Better Bargains 10209 NE Sandy Blvd.

Mon–Friday, 9 a.m.–8:30 p.m.

Volunteers of America Sat, 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

2330 SE 182nd Ave. Want to get discounts on already discounted items? Then stop Open every day, 9 a.m.–8 p.m.

by Better Bargains. Items are 25 percent off every Wednesday Another option if you want to support a good cause is Volunand Saturday. Bring in a donation, and you can get a coupon for 40 percent off. They also have even larger sales throughout teers of America. The store is run by volunteers, and 89 percent the month and around holidays, so you can amass quite a steal. of every dollar spent goes to one of their programs devoted to They carry a very large selection of clothing for men, women and helping people rebuild their lives. They have a large selection of children categorized by style, size and color. Better Bargains also clothing for men, women and children. The store is very clean, carries some neat artwork. This is a great place to get some unique spacious and well-organized. Volunteers of America also carry and colorful pieces for your walls at a low cost. Or, if you prefer to furniture, electronics, knick-knacks and some really neat vintage make your own artwork, there are plenty of empty frames for sale, trunks. There is even a rack of wedding gowns. I don’t know if too. There are unique lamps, vases and other vintage accessories you have your Halloween costume picked out yet, but bride of Frankenstein is always an option. that would add great style to any room.

Value Village 18625 SE McLoughlin Blvd.

Milwaukie, Ore. Mon–Saturday, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.

Sunday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.

Value Village is a good place to go if you’re looking for a Halloween costume. They have many new and used options to choose from. They also have a variety of decorations to add a little spooky flair to your dorm room or apartment. They carry clothing for men, women, children and infants that is categorized by style, size and color to make browsing a little less overwhelming. Value Village also carries furniture and other household items. A fun fact to know is that they get a shipment of clothing in from Long Island, N.Y., once a week, so you can find some neat east-coast things.

ARTS & CULTURE ■ FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2010 ■ VANGUARD 11

Metal, heartland style Kylesa re-buries the Mastodon with “Spiral Shadow” RIAN EVANS VANGUARD STAFF

ALL PHOTOS BY SARIA DY/VANGUARD STAFF

Hooray for capitalism: At last, breakfast options on campus.

New bagel shop opens near campus Locally owned NW Bagel Deli serves up homemade bagels on Broadway ANDREA VEDDER VANGUARD STAFF

Finding a good bagel near the Portland State campus just got a whole lot easier.

NW Bagel Deli, a locally owned café that specializes in bagels and bagel sandwiches, opened a second location last week on Southwest Broadway Avenue, between Southwest Market and Clay Streets. The company’s first location is in Vancouver, Wash.

Owner Kevin Lim said that a downtown location is something he’s been dreaming of for a long time. Opening this location required nearly four months of 15-hour workdays in preparation, including 2:30 a.m. wake-ups in order to bake every day’s fresh batch of bagels from scratch. To Lim, however, it was all worth it.

“My motivation was family,” Lim said of his decision to abandon his computer science career and open NW Bagel Deli. “My daughter was practically raised in my bagel shop.” According to Lim, that’s not something most jobs can offer. “[My daughter] is four and a half,” he said.

“When it’s slow, I can help her learn to read, we can go on walks. She knows the regulars, and she can visit their tables and talk to them.”

These days, customers are likely to meet Vincent, Lim, his wife and business partner Ling Meas and their nine-month-old son.

When Lim and Meas opened the Vancouver café, their original plan was to purchase the Sunrise Bagels franchise already at that location from its previous owner. According to Lim, Sun-

rise Bagels wanted 20 percent of the sale price of the franchise as a fee, and made the transition in ownership expensive and extremely difficult.

“We had some hard times, but we survived,” Lim said. “I literally learned how to make bagels overnight.”

He did have some background in the business, however.

“My family was in the donut business,” Lim said. “I used to be a donut baker.” Lim ran his parents’ donut shop in southeastern Washington when he was in his early 20s. He left to attend the Oregon Institute of Technology, where he majored in computer science.

According to Lim, the recipes used by NW Bagel Deli and Sunrise Bagels are not the same, but the process is: Both companies steam and then bake their dough, producing bagels that are light and soft.

Despite learning the craft of bagel-baking quickly, Lim learned well. The bagels on offer at NW Bagel Deli are easily the best available to the Portland State community. Bagel flavors range from strawberry to garlic, and the housemade cream cheese flavors range from vanilla to tomato pesto.

NW Bagel Deli also serves espresso, juice and fountain drinks, as well as sandwiches and salads.

The space is newly remodeled and still developing. Cabinets are missing their doors and the credit card machine isn’t running yet; Lim is using a credit card slider for the time being.

“We’re still working out the kinks,” he said.

Even so, NW Bagel Deli manages to provide some of the friendliest, most genuine customer service in Portland. In fact, Lim or Meas themselves will probably serve the customer.

The couple is still considering future options for the new location, such as opening on Sundays or installing a self-serve frozen yogurt bar.

Lim and Meas are also seeking ways to reach out to the Portland State community, such as their current discount offer of a free fountain drink for any PSU student or faculty member who purchases a bagel sandwich.

Anyone can stop by to pick up bags of dayold bagels for only $2.49.

So, PSU bagel fans: rejoice. Finally, Portland State students can find an inexpensive, satisfying bagel on their way to or from school. ■

Savannah, Ga.-born Kylesa is unique amongst metal bands. While the common elements of drop-tuned guitars, copious amounts of distortion and shrieking vocals are expected these days, Kylesa has brought a lot of unique ingredients to the table over the past nine years with its four previous albums.

The band’s employment of two drummers creates a sense of rhythmic ambiance, which then intertwines psychedelic, fuzzy and sludgy guitar work. If these elements weren’t odd enough in the current metal scene, Kylesa’s lead vocalist is a woman, Laura Pleasants. While women are front-and-center in countless genres, finding a woman in a metal band is like finding a dyedin-the-wool metalhead who showers regularly.

While Kylesa’s type of music isn’t quite for all fans of the genre, many have compared them to metal heroes Mastodon—some even saying that Kyelsa has now eclipsed Mastodon with their new album.

The album in question is titled “Spiral Shadow,” and with its release, the band continues to defy genre norms and refuses to fit neatly into any singular style of metal music. “Spiral Shadows” is an album full of variety and melody, and sometimes it’s just downright trippy, much like the album’s cover art. It goes beyond being just hard and heavy, though there is still plenty of fist-pumping metal goodness to be found here.

Metal “purists” like myself (i.e. dorks that still think Megadeth is cool) will take delight in the aggressive and thrashy opening track “Tired Climb” or track 10, “Back and Forth.” These

two tracks are certifiably headbangable. Those who are more of the stoner type will enjoy consuming their drug(s) of choice and letting “Drop Out” or “Distance Closing In” enhance their experience with psychedelic guitar work and impressive, melodic dual drumming.

The most radio-friendly and upbeat track would have to be “Don’t Look Back,” and I think it makes a good introduction to the band for those who might feel iffy about listening to something out of their normal preference. So if you’re new, jump directly to track five. The tune is upbeat and full of melody, but still has the distinctive Kylesa feel.

The only song that didn’t do much for me was “Forsaken,” as it got a bit boring and just didn’t feel in place with the rest of the songs on the album. Thankfully, “Forsaken” is followed by the title track, which is a great exhibition of guitar skills, melodic playing and the utilization of some really cool effects.

Overall, “Spiral Shadow” is a very enjoyable album that is well executed and refreshing. Many critics and bloggers are giving this album fourstar reviews, and I’m inclined to agree that this is a superior work in comparison to other metal releases this year. I’m far from being a stoner (I don’t even smoke salmon, hiyo!) and I’ve never cared much for psychedelic music, but Kylesa has managed to fuse these elements with just the right amount of metal. Those looking to switch up their metal music or who aren’t afraid of something a little different should definitely check out “Spiral Shadow.” ■

“Spiral Shadow” Kylesa Relapse Records Out now

12 VANGUARD ■ FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2010 ■ SPORTS

SPORTS

EDITOR: ROBERT BRITT SPORTS@DAILYVANGUARD.COM 503-725-4538

Soccer closes out season with senior day

HOME GAME

Portland State

Women’s soccer hosts Sac State for final home game of the regular season

but could drop as far as fourth with a loss or tie today.

Sacramento State (4-2-0 Big Sky, 7-8-1 overall) is in third place, and Northern Colorado (3-1-2 Big Sky, 10-4-3 overall) rounds out the postseason players at fourth place.

While PSU and Sac State are facing each other, Northern Colorado and Northern Arizona will be squaring off in Flagstaff, Ariz. Interestingly, if the positions of the top four teams remain where they are, these final games could become a dress rehearsal for the Big Sky semifinals.

The Vikings will hold an advantage over the Hornets this weekend, as they have not lost a regular season match at home throughout the past four seasons.

“The Sacramento State game is always big for both teams,” Portland State head coach Laura Schott said. “It is a very important game and

Sacramento State

Hillsboro Stadium Today, 4 p.m. *Final home game

NILESH TENDOLKAR VANGUARD STAFF

The Portland State women’s soccer team has pride and a playoff position at stake when it closes the regular season today by hosting Sacramento State at Hillsboro Stadium.

The Vikings (4-2-0 Big Sky, 8-9-1 overall) secured a position in next month’s conference tournament last week with a win over visiting Idaho State, but their postseason seeding depends upon the results of this weekend. This is Portland State’s third straight year in the conference tournament.

The four tournament teams were all decided in the penultimate week of league competition, and all but three seeds will be decided in this final week. Northern Arizona secured the Big Sky regular season championship last week and earned a No. 1 seeding.

The Viks—last season’s regular season titleholders— are currently in second place,

vs.

I look forward to it.”

This is the fifth-consecutive season that the Viks have played the final game of the regular season against Sacramento State. The last two encounters between the schools ended in ties and set up interesting postseason scenarios.

Last season, the Vikings and Hornets drew to a 0-0 finish in Sacramento, Calif., leaving the door open for Northern Arizona to take the regular season title with a final-game win. However, NAU lost its final game to Northern Colorado and dropped to fourth place, giving the Viks the regular season title.

In 2008, Portland State and Sac State again tied, 0-0, in the final game of the season.

Both draws pitted Portland State against Northern Arizona in the conference tournament semifinals, which the Vikings lost on both occasions.

With Northern Arizona assured of the first seed in the playoffs, the Vikings would need to finish above fourth to avoid playing them in the semis for the third successive time. Northern Arizona is undefeated in conference play, and they enter this weekend riding a five-game winning streak.

On the other hand, Sacramento State is coming off a 3-1 victory at home against Idaho State. The Hornets defense, led by goalkeeper Savannah Abercrombie, is one of the roughest in the league.

They lead the conference with 85 fouls from six games.

For Portland State, this will be the final home game for senior goalkeeper Rachel Jarvis, senior left-back Emily Rohde and senior forward Frankie Ross. The outgoing seniors will be honored prior to the game as a part of Senior Day. Ross currently leads the

team with 12 points (four goals and four assists) in 2010. She is also tied for second place in assists (11) and fourth place for goals scored (11) and points (33) in the career record books.

The Big Sky Women’s Soccer Championship will

be held Nov. 5–7 in Flagstaff, Ariz., on Northern Arizona’s home pitch.

First kick of the Vikings’ final regular season game is scheduled for 4 p.m. today at Hillsboro Stadium. Live stats will be available at goviks.com. ■

It’s the great conference-tourney shuffle, Charlie Brown Northern Arizona ■■ Secured the No. 1 seed and hosting rights for the tournament by winning the regular season title.

■■ Will face the No. 4 seed in the semifinals.

Portland State ■■ Will secure a No. 2 seed with a win over Sacramento State, and a Northern Colorado tie or loss to Northern Arizona.

Sacramento State ■■ Will earn a No. 2 seed with a win over Portland State, and a Northern Colorado tie or loss to Northern Arizona.

Northern Colorado ■■ Will secure a No. 2 seed with a win over Northern Arizona, and a Portland State tie.

■■ Will earn a No. 3 seed with a win or tie with Northern Arizona and a Portland State loss.

ALL PHOTOS BY ROBERT BRITT/VANGUARD STAFF

Senior Day: Senior Emily Rohde (#14), a 2009 Academic All-Big Sky selection, will be one of the seniors honored before today's game.

Sports briefs Ref flagged for bad call The Big Sky Conference is suspending one of its football referees, according to a league statement.

League Commissioner Doug Fullerton announced Wednesday that referee Jim Lenau faces a one-game suspension for a “misapplication of a rule” during Saturday’s game between Montana and Northern Arizona.

In the final minute of the first half, with the score tied 7-7, a Montana player fielded a Northern Arizona kick and stepped out of the back of the end zone. The play was ruled a safety and two points were awarded to NAU, but should have resulted in a touchback.

Montana went on to win the game, 24-21.

According to the league, Lenau issued an apology for the call.

Cross country heads to conference championship The Portland State cross country teams are racing to Washington state to compete in the Big Sky Conference Championship tomorrow.

Members of the men’s and women’s squads will compete at the Eastern Washingtonhosted event on the Fairways Golf Course in Cheney, Wash.

The men will run 8-kilometers and the women will run 5k on a 90-percent grass course that covers 14 of the golf course’s holes.

Seniors John Lawrence and Andrew Salg have each clocked sub-25-minute times this year, and both are looking to become the Vikings’ first selection to the All-Conference team with finishes in the top-10. Lawrence

ran a personal-best 24-minute, 52.49-second time at the Oct. 2 Charles Bowles Invitational, and Salg finished about 7 seconds later. Salg was named the conference’s Athlete of the Week earlier in the season for his fifth-place finish at the John Frank Memorial.

Sophomore Julie Pedersen has paced the women in four of the five races this season, and clocked a 17:57.37 time in the 5k at the Charles Bowles.

Sophomore Brandy Castillo was the Viks’ top female performer in the Mike Hodges Invitational.

The last time Eastern Washington hosted the championship, the Portland State men finished in eighth place and the women finished in seventh. The best the Vikings have ever placed in the conference championships was in 2004 in Billings, Mont., where both the men and women places sixth.

Following the conference

championship, the Vikings will race Nov. 13 at the NCAA West Regional in Eugene

Cheerleading squad to hold tryouts Portland State’s cheerleading team is holding open tryouts Wednesday at the Stott Center for its co-ed partner stunt line.

Cheer coach Ryan Long, a four-year member of the Portland Trail Blazers stunt team, said the stunt line will perform at basketball games and that men and women are both encouraged to try out. Long said that partial scholarships are available.

Women are required to have cheerleading experience, including flying and tumbling.

Men are not required to have a background in cheerleading, but should have athletic experience and should be prepared to yell.

“We teach guys everything they need to know pretty quickly,” Long wrote in an

email. “Most guys that have played sports find it to be a lot of fun because stunting and tumbling are more challenging than they expect.”

The tryouts are scheduled for 7–10 p.m. in the Stott Center’s small gym. More information can be found at www.psucheer. com and preregistration for the tryout is required.

Tennis Club to compete in national qualifiers The Portland State Tennis Club is competing this weekend for a chance to qualify for the United State Tennis Association’s National Campus Championship, according to club leaders.

The club is participating in the USTA’s Pacific Northwest regional qualifier at Tualatin Hills Tennis Center at the Howard M. Terpenning Recreation Complex in Beaverton on Saturday and Sunday. The event is a part

of the USTA’s On Campus program, which aims to create an enjoyable competition for club and intramural tennis groups at universities across the country.

Adam Rahmlow, club president and junior in International Development, said the Tennis Club will field two teams of approximately five players for the regional event.

According to Rahmlow, the club placed eighth out of 32 competing teams in the regional qualifier last year, making it to the runner-up stage. This year, he fully expects the Tennis Club’s “Team-A” to qualify for the national championship.

“There’s some serious talent on the team,” Rahmlow said, adding that there is not as much difference between the caliber of play at the club and varsity levels. “The biggest difference is that we don’t meet as much, and we don’t play as much.” ■ ROBERT BRITT

SPORTS ■ FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2010 ■ VANGUARD 13

Holy card!

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Nuns auctioning rare Honus Wagner

ERYN BROWN

BEN NUCKOLS THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings soccer’s leading goal scorer, freshman forward Eryn Brown NILESH TENDOLKAR VANGUARD STAFF

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omen’s soccer freshman forward Eryn Brown scored twice in last week’s 3-0 win over Weber State, bringing her season total to five goals. With four of her knocks coming during conference play, she is now one of the leading contenders for this year’s Big Sky Conference Golden Boot award.

Following Sunday’s win over Idaho State at Hillsboro Stadium, Brown took some time to tell us a little about herself.

Vanguard: How did it feel to be among the top contenders for the Big Sky’s Golden Boot?

Eryn Brown: It feels really good. I am really excited about it, especially coming in as a freshman. It’s really fun.

V: Why did you choose to come to Portland State?

EB: I came to Portland State because it’s close

to where I live in Camas, Wash., and I love the city. Also, I knew head coach Laura Schott and I was comfortable with the whole team.

V: What has been your best moment on the pitch?

EB: Probably my goal at home against Eastern Washington in the first conference game of the year.

V: If you could change one of your sport’s rules, what would it be?

EB: Offsides!

V: What is your greatest strength?

EB: Probably my speed or my shot.

V: What is your favorite place to eat around campus?

EB: Anywhere that has Asian food. Thai food is my favorite.

V: What is your favorite thing to do around Portland?

EB: I love to go dancing and shopping.

V: What is your most embarrassing on-field moment?

EB: Maybe being taken out really hard.

V: Do you have any hidden talents?

EB: I am a really good rapper.

V: Do you have any nicknames?

EB: Well, one of my nicknames is Brownie

because my old coach used to call me that since my last name’s Brown. And a girl on my old team used to call me E-Breezy, because she is weird.

V: What is the last thing you cooked?

EB: Top Ramen.

V: If you could attend one sporting event anywhere, what would it be?

EB: The World Cup for sure, or an Arsenal game.

V: What has been your favorite class at Portland State?

EB: Probably a business class, since that is going to be my major.

V: If you could have dinner with three people from history—alive, dead or fictional—who would they be?

EB: Mia Hamm, Abraham Lincoln and George Washington.

V: Do you read the Vanguard?

EB: From time to time, when people show me stuff in it.

V: What song are you most likely to sing at karaoke?

EB: ’N Sync or Backstreet Boys.

V: What is the first item you would buy if you won the lottery?

EB: Probably a really cool car, like an Infiniti G35

V: What is the last thing you read?

EB: My business class textbook.

V: Do you have a favorite superhero?

EB: I don’t know; I don’t really like reading comic books.

This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity.

BALTIMORE (AP) — Sister Virginia Muller had never heard of shortstop Honus Wagner.

But she quickly learned the baseball great is a revered figure among collectors, and the most sought-after baseball card in history. And thanks to an unexpected donation, one of the century-old cards belongs to Muller and her order, the Baltimore-based School Sisters of Notre Dame.

The Roman Catholic nuns are auctioning off the card, which despite its poor condition is expected to fetch between $150,000 and $200,000. The proceeds will go to their ministries in 35 countries around the world.

The card is part of the T206 series, produced between 1909 and 1911. About 60 Wagner cards are known to exist.

A near-mint-condition T206 Wagner card sold in 2007 for $2.8 million, the highest price ever for a baseball card.

Muller remains aghast that the 1 1/4-inch-by-2 1/2-inch piece of cardboard could sell for even a fraction of that.

“It just boggles your mind,” Muller told The Associated Press. “I can’t remember a time when we have received anything like this.”

The brother of a nun who died in 1999 left all his

possessions to the order when he died earlier this year. The man’s lawyer told Muller he had a Honus Wagner card in a safe-deposit box.

When they opened the box, they found the card, with a typewritten note: “Although damaged, the value of this baseball card should increase exponentially throughout the 21st century!”

The card was unknown to the sports-memorabilia marketplace because the nuns’ benefactor had owned it since 1936.

It has a big crease in the upper right-hand corner, and three of the white borders have been cut off. It has also been laminated. But even in poor condition, a T206 Wagner card is prized by collectors, said Chris Ivy, director of sports auctions at Heritage Auction Galleries in Dallas, which is auctioning the card.

“The T206 set is known as ‘The Monster’ among collectors. It’s just really tough to complete the entire set,” Ivy said. The Wagner card is “one of those that’s always soughtafter, always desirable, and there’s not a big population of them. Even in a lower grade, they do have quite a bit of demand and command a strong price.”

Wagner, nicknamed “The

Flying Dutchman,” played for 21 seasons, 18 of them with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

He compiled a .328 career batting average and was one of the five original inductees into baseball’s Hall of Fame.

The card was printed during the prime of Wagner’s career, but the American Tobacco Company ended production soon after it began. Some say Wagner didn’t want to promote tobacco products to children. Others believe it was a dispute over money that led to the card being pulled.

On the card, Wagner appears stocky and pale, with his hair parted down the middle and the city on his jersey spelled as “Pittsburg,” the official spelling at the time.

The auction ends Nov. 4, and the highest bid was $60,000 as of Wednesday morning.

Muller is making frequent checks to the Heritage Auction Galleries website—an unusual practice for someone who’s taken a vow of poverty. But potential bidders should know that the sale of the card will help people worldwide.

“The money that we receive from this card will be used for the many School Sisters of Notre Dame who are around the world, who need support for their ministries for the poor,” Muller said. ■

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SPORTS ■ FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2010 ■ VANGUARD 15

Pro picks

Volleyball hosts the Montanas

Chiefs beginning to show class BARRY WILNER THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings to take on Grizzlies and Bobcats at Stott Center

Nobody in the NFL runs the ball as well as the Kansas City Chiefs. No one is worse against the run than the Buffalo Bills.

ROSEMARY HANSON VANGUARD STAFF

The Portland State women’s volleyball team is back at home this weekend to host Montana and Montana State on Friday and Saturday, respectively. After last week’s disappointing loss, the Viks are sure to be looking for redemption during their return to the Park Blocks.

Portland State (12-8, 7-2 Big Sky) fell to the Idaho State Bengals last Friday, 3-1, in Pocatello. The loss not only ended the 10-match winning streak the Viks held over the Bengals, but it also bumped PSU out of the top position in the conference standings.

After following up the loss to the Bengals with a threeset sweep of the Weber State Wildcats on Saturday, the Vikings now sit one game behind conference-leading Northern Colorado.

Friday’s loss to Idaho State marked the first time in 12 matches that the Vikings were outhit by their opponents. The Bengals’ .357 hitting mark eclipsed the Vikings’ .226 hitting, and marked the first time since the 2005 season that a PSU opponent has hit .350 or higher. Head coach Michael Seemann said this resulted from the team lacking the strong defense they usually bring to the court.

“This week we will primarily be working on closing up our blocks and having a little better presence over the net,” he said.

Over the weekend, Portland State outside hitter Whitney Phillips led the team in offense, something the senior has done much of since her arrival at the Park Blocks last year. The team co-captain has

posted 21 kills in the past three matches and led the floor in each one. Phillips has led the team in kills in all but three matches this season, and in her 50 career matches at PSU she has reached doubledigits in all but two.

This weekend, the Viks are likely happy to be home in the friendly confines of the Stott Center, where they have chalked up an impressive 42-2 record over the last five seasons.

“We’re in the comfort of our own home, which makes a huge difference,” Seemann said. “But we don’t want to rely on the crowd. You have to make defensive plays that can have impact within the set.”

A look at the Montana Lady Griz Third-ranked Montana played a commanding match over Montana State last Friday, blanking the in-state rivals in a three-set sweep before a sell-out crowd in Bozeman.

The match was the second time the Grizzlies have shut out the Montana State Bobcats.

Junior middle blocker Brittany Quick led the Griz with 13 kills and just one error. Alongside Quick was senior middle blocker Jaimie Thibeault, who recorded 8 kills.

On defense, freshman setter Kortney James headed it for Montana, recording her ninth double-double of the season with 10 digs and 35 assists. The Bobcats outhit the Grizzlies in the first set, but the second and third frame saw Montana earn the better offensive numbers.

Thomas Jones and Jamaal Charles need to curb their enthusiasm until Sunday arrives, when the Chiefs’ dynamic backfield duo might rush for 300 yards against the league’s only winless team.

Similar to the match with Montana State, the pair of Quick and Thibeault led the team against Sac State earlier this month. Quick posted 10 kills while Thibeault had 11, and together they accounted for over half of Montana’s 40 kills.

When they visit the Park Blocks on Friday, the Lady Griz will be on the road for the fourth time in just five weeks this weekend.

Kansas City is a 9-point favorite to maintain or stretch its lead in the AFC West. Coming off consecutive 200-yard rushing outputs, it’s difficult to picture quarterback Matt Cassel doing much of anything but handing off to Jones and Charles.

“This is the kind of team we set out to become, a team that could run the ball,” left guard Brian Waters said. “We clearly feel like that’s our strength and something we have to do to be successful. We think we’ve got a good enough group to put up good numbers every week if guys execute and do what they’re supposed to do.”

Because the Bills’ defense rarely does what it is supposed to against the run—Buffalo is yielding 174 yards a game on the ground—getting off the schneid is highly unlikely in this one.

CHIEFS, 24-14

A look at the Montana State Bobcats The Bobcats (10-12, 3-6 Big Sky) have had a bumpy first half of conference play.

Earlier this month, Montana State lost three straight on the road. Following that cold streak, they took Sac State to five sets match to beat the fifth-ranked Hornets before falling to Montana.

The Bobcats do have a team that knows how to share the spotlight. Against Montana, the Bobcats had four players recording double-digit digs.

Sophomore setter Jennifer Lunquist posted a doubledouble with 29 assists and 11 digs, senior libero Meghan Albiston grabbed 13 digs, while junior outside hitter Rachelle Allen recorded 10 digs.

In the meeting with the Grizzlies, the Bobcats held the final score of each set to within six points. Allen earned a kill in the final set to put Montana State within just one at 24-23, but a Bobcats hitting error gave Montana the final-set victory.

Montana State will take on Eastern Washington on Friday before heading to the Park Blocks to face the Vikings.

Minnesota (plus 4) at New England Yes, Brett Favre will start. No, his streak will end. Maybe, he will retire soon. No matter, Patriots in a rout.

Past matchups

BEST BET: PATRIOTS 30-10

Portland State beat both opponents, 3-1, in the first round of Big Sky play.

Against the Griz, Phillips and freshman setter Garyn Schlatter posted doubledoubles. Phillips racked up 22 kills and 14 digs, and Schlatter tallied 46 assists and 13 digs.

The Viks have beaten the Lady Griz in the past 12 matches.

The Viks have won 11 matches against Montana State.

In the win this season, Phillips and Schlatter again saw twin double-doubles. Phillips had 28 kills and 10 digs, while Schlatter had 41 assists and a career-high 16 digs.

How to follow Both matches will be held at the Stott Center. Portland State hosts Montana on Friday night at 7 p.m., and then Montana State at 8 p.m.

Saturday. Both games will be streamed live on Big Sky TV and live stats will be available. Links to both can be found at www.goviks.com. ■

Seattle (plus 1 1/2) at Oakland They are invoking the names of Kenny Stabler, Marcus Allen and Tim Brown in Oakland after that showing in Denver. We’re not getting carried away.

UPSET SPECIAL: SEAHAWKS, 21-20 Pittsburgh (pick-em) at New Orleans Stealers, uh, Steelers lucked out thanks to a strange officiating call in Miami, but everything they do best makes this a tough matchup for New Orleans. Saints were manhandled at home by Cleveland. Cleveland?

STEELERS, 21-20 Washington (plus 1) at Detroit Getting QB Matthew Stafford back is a must with Shaun Hill gone. Detroit is tougher at home than in previous years.

LIONS, 17-13 Houston (plus 6) at Indianapolis, Monday night The Colts are banged up even though they come off a bye. You get the feeling Peyton Manning will find ways to make up for that — and his receivers — with regularity against a so-so defense.

COLTS, 30-23 Green Bay (plus 4 1/2) at N.Y. Jets On the formula that the AFC, especially its top teams, is superior to the NFC. Packers still make too many mistakes.

JETS, 24-20 Carolina (plus 3) at St. Louis Panthers sure looked happy with that first win last Sunday. The Rams should have had their fourth victory. They’ll get it this Sunday.

Home Games

RAMS, 21-10

Portland State

vs.

Miami (plus 1) at Cincinnati Dolphins are undefeated on the road, winless at home. Maybe TOchocinco can figure out that one on their reality show.

Montana

Friday 7p.m.

Stott Center

DOLPHINS, 19-17 Tampa Bay (plus 3 1/2) at Arizona Bucs have been very impressive, especially late in close games. Cardinals are 3-3 even though they’ve been outscored by 62 points. A win here stamps Tampa Bay as a contender.

CARDINALS, 20-17

Portland State

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Montana State

San Francisco (pick-em) vs. Denver at London We would have picked another game for the international showcase. NFL probably wishes it did, too.

Saturday 8p.m.

Stott Center

BRONCOS, 27-14 Tennessee (plus 3 1/2) at San Diego Sometime, somehow, the Chargers will wake up and play like a contender.

Not this week.

Big Sky Conference Women’s volleyball standings

ALL PHOTOS VANGUARD ARCHIVES

Leapin' Lana: Senior middle blocker Lana Zielke goes up for a kill.

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Overall

Home

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Northern Colorado Portland State Montana Idaho State Sacramento State Eastern Washington Montana State Northern Arizona Weber State

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Jacksonville (plus 7) at Dallas Sometime, somehow, the Cowboys will wake up and play like a contender.

That might be when Tony Romo returns. At least they match up decently here.

COWBOYS, 20-14 RECORD: Versus spread, 4-6-1 (overall 52-44-1); Straight up, 10-4 (overall 67-37) Best Bet: 3-4 against spread, 5-2 straight up.

Upset Special: 6-1 against spread, 6-1 straight up.

16 VANGUARD ■ FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2010 ■ SPORTS YOUR WEEKEND IN SPORTS Friday Soccer

Sacramento State (7-8-1, 4-2-0 Big Sky) at Portland State (7-8-1, 4-2-0 Big Sky) Hillsboro Stadium 4 p.m. *Final home game

Men’s Soccer Club

Oregon State at Portland State Stott Field 6 p.m.

Hockey

Kelowna Rockets (4-7) at Portland Winterhawks (10-2) Portland Memorial Coliseum 7 p.m.

Volleyball

Montana (10-10, 6-3 Big Sky) at Portland State (13-8, 8-2 Big Sky) Stott Center 7 p.m.

ALL PHOTOS BY DREW MARTIG/VANGUARD STAFF

Lined up and ready: Sophomore wide reciever Justin Monahan (foreground) waits at the line of scrimmage. The Vikings are lined up to host Eastern Washington on Saturday.

Saturday Cross Country

Up next: Eastern Washington Eagles Football faces conference-leading Eagles at home ALLISON WHITED VANGUARD STAFF

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ortland State football returns to the metro area this weekend as the Vikings host the Eastern Washington Eagles at Hillsboro Stadium on Saturday in the second-to-last home games of the season.

Records entering the game Portland State enters this week’s contest with a 2-5 record on the season and 1-3 in Big Sky Conference play. The Vikings are coming off back-to-back final-second losses to Montana and Weber State.

Eastern Washington is having a strong season, going 6-2 overall with an equally impressive 5-1 record in conference. The Eagles are currently ranked eighth in the nation in FCS football, and are sharing the conference lead with Montana. After facing the Vikings, the Eagles will only have one more conference game remaining on their schedule. Portland State, however, will

still face three more conference opponents.

Last year’s matchup On a nasty day in Seattle, things got even nastier for the Vikings. Though it was technically considered a home game for the Eagles, the game was played in the big-time venue of Qwest Field, home to the Seattle Seahawks. Unfortunately, the Viks forgot to bring their big-time game.

When Eagles quarterback Matt Nichols was done throwing for his 413 yards and four touchdowns, the score stood at 47-10, Eastern Washington.

The 10 points scored by Portland State might seem to indicate there was some offensive production by the Viks, but that was not the case. In fact, PSU caught the Eagles with not one, but two safeties and kicked two field goals to register those points.

Not only could the Viking offense not produce, but they also couldn’t hold on to the ball. Eastern’s defense came up with five interceptions, four of which came from the hands of safety Matt Johnson.

The Dam Cup Portland State and Eastern Washington have engaged in

Take the bus and tailgate!

Do you want to go to Saturday’s football game and support your Vikings as they face the Eagles, but don’t feel like driving all the way out to Hillsboro?

Then you, kind reader, are in luck. Portland State Athletics is providing students with a free ride to and from Hillsboro Stadium, and you’ll even get there with time to tailgate.

Three buses are scheduled to depart from the Stott Center turnaround (on SW College Street, in between the Stott Center and Shattuck Hall) at 3 p.m., and will make the return trip to campus shortly after the game ends. Seats are available to all students on a first-come, first-serve basis.

some additional rivalry this year. The two schools have begun a new competition that they are calling The Dam Cup. The yearlong, multi-sport contest is named for the series of dams between the two schools.

Each sporting event that takes place between the Vikings and Eagles this year has been assigned a point value. There are 17 points possible, and the football game—worth four points—has the largest value for a single game.

The Viks are currently leading with a score of 3-0, but if the Eagles come up with a win on Saturday, Portland State will find itself behind, 4-3.

Scouting the Eagles Just like last year, the Eagles are an offensive powerhouse.

And, just like last year, their secondary is full of ball hawkers.

Johnson returns as safety, and his Eagles defense is the top group of interceptors in the conference, with 15 so far this season. Johnson alone is responsible for four of those, giving him the highest individual total in the Big Sky. However, their pass defense is ranked next-tolast in the league.

The run defense is slightly better, allowing only 142.6 rushing yards per game. Linebacker JC Sherritt, also a returning starter from last year, has the secondhighest tackles total, with 91 so far this season. One player the Eagles will not have on Saturday’s depth chart is sophomore defensive back Artise Gauldin, according to league reports.

The Big Sky Conference issued Gauldin a one-game suspension for an illegal hit that “targeted an opponent above the shoulders” in last week’s win

Big Sky Conference Championships Cheney, Wash.

10 a.m.

NBA

Kicking off: Sophomore kicker Zach Brown is averaging 64.8 yards per kickoff and is 11 of 17 in attempted field goals. His longest, a 53-yarder, ties for second place in the PSU record books.

Portland Trail Blazers (2-0) at New York Knicks (1-0) New York, N.Y. 4:30 p.m.

Football

The 2010-11 Dam Cup

Beginning this year, Eastern Washington and Portland State are competing in a yearlong, five-sport rivalry for the Dam Cup. Named for the four dams on the Columbia River that one drives by on the trip from one campus to the other, the Dam Cup will go to the school that earns the most points out of 17 possible points. Listed below is a breakdown of the results to date.

Portland State - 3 points Wins: Oct. 8, Soccer at PSU – 1 point Oct. 9, Volleyball at PSU – 2 points

Eastern Washington - 0 points

Volleyball

Games left to be played: Oct. 30, football at PSU – 4 points Nov. 6, women’s volleyball at EWU – 2 points Jan. 8, men’s basketball at PSU – 2 points Jan. 8, women’s basketball at EWU – 2 points Jan. 27, men’s basketball at EWU – 2 points Jan. 27, women’s basketball at PSU – 2 points

over Sacramento State.

Eastern Washington’s offense is slightly underwhelming this year, though they do have Taiwan Jones, the conference’s leading rusher. His average carry goes for 7.3 yards, and he has proven to be a challenge to contain for every team.

The passing game is managing the games well and they’re getting the wins they need.

Quarterback Bo Mitchell has thrown for just shy of 2,000 yards—the second highest total in the conference—and he has a touchdown-interception differential of +7, but he does make mistakes.

Scouting the Vikings The Viks will need to have short-term memory before they begin this game. They are coming off of three straight

Eastern Washington (6-2, 5-1 Big Sky) at Portland State (2-5, 1-3 Big Sky)

Hillsboro Stadium 5:05 p.m.

Listen on KXFD AM-970, Live stats at goviks.com *Third game of The Dam Cup rivalry

losses, two of which slipped through their fingers in the final moments.

The defense is going to have to recover from their poor showing last week against Weber State. Last week, the run defense allowed Weber State to rack up 337 rushing yards and fell to being the worst run defense in the conference. If there is to be any chance of walking away with a win this week, the Viks can’t allow Jones to have that kind of day.

The strong point of the Viking offense has been the running game. Between junior running back Cory McCaffrey and junior quarterback Connor Kavanaugh, the Viks have totaled 1,540 rushing yards.

Like he was last week, Kavanaugh should be allowed to try to stretch the field at least a few times in this game, despite the

Montana State (10-12, 3-6 Big Sky) at Portland State (13-8, 8-2 Big Sky) Stott Center 8 p.m.

Hockey

Kelowna Rockets (4-7) at Portland Winterhawks (10-2) Portland Memorial Coliseum 7 p.m. **All records accurate as of 5 p.m., Thursday

threatening Eagles secondary.

He’s been remarkably accurate, and thrown only three interceptions all season—the lowest total among conference quarterbacks who have thrown for at least 600 yards.

Kickoff at Hillsboro Stadium is set for 5:05 p.m.

Saturday. The game can also be viewed online at b2tv.com or heard on the radio on KXFD, Freedom 970 AM or at www.970.am on the Web. The pregame show begins at 4 p.m. ■