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Thursday, October 20, 2016

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The fight for a Cal Poly parking space

R FO According to Chief Hughes, the peak traffic times are from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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PARKING WOES | Many Cal Poly students say it has been troublesome to arrive early to school in order to find a parking spot. longer walk to central campus. “The best advice is that if they are coming at those peak hours, they are literally wasting their time circling around,” Hughes said. “They also need to plan their travels; if they are going to be 30 minutes late to class because they can’t find a parking space then probably leave a little earlier or park in the outlining lots.” While Parking Services can’t create a new parking lot, they are monitoring parking and want students to understand that walking 10 minutes to class is to be expected. “Parking is a limited resource on campus; it’s not going to be convenient,” Hughes said. “We are having discussions right now on possibly restricting first-year student parking.”

Students have taken note of the vacant staff spots that are seen throughout the day. However, Parking Services does not have the jurisdiction to convert staff spots into general spots. “Faculty and staff parking is bargained, rates are bargained and the number of spaces was an agreement we have reached with the unions,” Hughes said. “There are times when you will see vacant faculty and staff lots or spaces, but we have to have a certain number of those for faculty and staff.” This year, there are 2782 general spots and 1581 staff spots. Parking Ser vices understands the needs of students and wants to ease their stress in finding parking with the Parkmobile App. Parkmobile is a mobile ap-

plication that allows the campus community to pay for the meter through their phone at all campus meter locations. In addition, users are alerted 15 minutes before the time expires so they have the chance to extend their parking transaction. This feature is only available for meters and parking lots that do not have maximum time limits. After two years of conducting research, Parking Services took note of the app’s convenience and evaluated its favorability on other campuses. At Cal Poly, it is available for every campus meter. After creating an account and registering your vehicle, the app can be used anywhere that Parkmobile is compatible. “We have been looking at the technology for a couple of years,” Cramer said. “Stanford,

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USC and UCLA all have Parkmobile and there were good results from those institutions.” The Parkmobile app was implemented on Sept. 22. As of Oct. 4., there have been 928 sessions. Additionally, the Master Plan will have an effect on parking. However, Parking Services has already taken that into consideration, especially with the proposal to have all freshmen and sophomores on campus as part of the master planning process. “If you look at the Master Plan, new residential facilities [will be built] and new parking structures will be assigned to those,” Hughes said. “Because if more parking is taken away for more resident halls then obviously we need to start replacing it with more parking structures.”

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With recent construction and an increased number of freshmen, Cal Poly students are once again battling it out for parking spots. Despite popular belief, this is not solely due to a lack of parking spots, but also an increase in on-campus traffic. University Chief of Police George Hughes said there is still plenty of parking on campus to accommodate for the loss of the parking on Grand Avenue where Student Housing South is being constructed. Additionally, Parking Services changed the K-1 parking lot behind the red bricks from resident-only parking to general parking, adding 400 spaces to accommodate for the loss of almost 1,300 spots due to Student Housing South. However, there are just under 8,000 total spots to accommodate more than 25,000 students, faculty and staff. Agricultural communications senior Mika Mercado was late to class three times in the first few weeks of school because of parking trouble. “My parking situation is definitely not a happy one,” Mercado said. “I knew that parking would be bad this year with the construction and what not, but the fact that I come 45 minutes to an hour before class just to wander the lots and find nothing is kind of a little irritating.” However, this is to be expected, according to Associate Director of University Parking Services Marlene Cramer. “I think we need to expect at peak times of the day we are going to have traffic; our road capacity is limited,” Cramer said. “Outside people are also coming onto campus; it’s going to be part of how traffic

flows on campus so it will not be as congested as the first week of school.” Students voiced their frustration via Facebook on the Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Class group pages expressing how parking affected them. “‘Your voice matter’ and ‘we value you’ posters all around campus yet we can’t even find parking to go to the classes we paid for,” architecture senior Adam Newton said via Facebook comments. “If our voices really mattered we’d be able to find parking within a safe walking distance from class.” One student is not only frustrated with the current parking situation, but also believes the problem stems much deeper. “Parking is an issue because it kind of shows that Cal Poly administration, or whoever is in charge of it, is putting their focus on prospective students,” animal science junior Conner Trimm said. “They took out a parking structure in order to build new dorms and a parking structure so it looks like they are focusing more on making money than focusing on the students who are actually here trying to get an education.” However, the response wasn’t all negative. Biology junior Sydney Erin Anderson said that despite parking difficulties, Parking Services has taken steps toward helping students in regards to traffic directors. “On a positive note, the people directing traffic in the mornings for 8 a.m. class have been doing a really good job at keeping the traffic down,” Anderson said. The campus population has grown, yet the roadways have not changed. Hughes suggests students go to either the K-1 or H-1 lots even if it means a

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Up close and personal with homecoming court nominees Beth Strutz @ bethstrutz

At Cal Poly, the homecoming court and royalty have long been a way to recognize graduating seniors who performed outstandingly in their time here, both academically and socially. This year, however, the university is taking a step away from tradition and toward inclusivity, by instituting gender-inclusive voting for homecoming royalty. In the past, each of the six colleges would choose a “prince” and “princess” for homecoming court, two of whom would be voted “king” and “queen” by Cal Poly alumni and the student body. This year, the two most outstanding senior students from each college will be selected for homecoming court regardless of gender. The top two students with the most votes will each be given the gender-neutral title of Homecoming Royalty. This decision was made by the alumni office in coordination with Associated Students, Inc. and the Office of Diversity and Inclusivity, in response to feedback from students and faculty. Voting links for the full list on

homecoming nominees will be up this week at alumni.calpoly.edu Here’s an up-close look at two of the seniors on homecoming court this year, representing the College of Science and Mathematics and the College of Engineering, respectively. Jessica Catson Major: Liberal studies Hometown: San Ramon, California On-campus involvement: President of the College of Science and Math Ambassadors; intramural softball, basketball and flag football Mustang News: What made you choose Cal Poly? JC: I fell in love with the location in SLO, and the campus in general. Being so close to the beach is really nice, and I just loved the whole aspect of Learn by Doing. When I first came here, I knew that this is where I wanted to be. MN: What are your plans after graduation? JC: I want to be an elementary school teacher. After I graduate, I’m going to get my credential, which is a year-long program. I haven’t decided exactly where

yet, but possibly Cal Poly. MN: What do you like to do when you’re not studying or working with on-campus groups? JC: I volunteer at Bishop Peak Elementary, since I want to be a teacher. And I don’t have that much free time, but I like food a lot. I like to cook it, but I especially like to eat it, so I love to go around and try new restaurants and food places in SLO … My favorite place to eat in SLO is Eureka. I also love to go to the beach and play spike ball and KanJam and other games there. MN: What’s your favorite TV show to binge-watch? JC: Right now, my roommates and I are watching Nashville. Last night we literally watched six episodes; it was a super exciting Friday night. MN: Favorite place to study on campus? JC: Definitely Baker [Science]. MN: What’s one thing still on your San Luis Obispo or Cal Poly bucket list for before you graduate? JC: I really like to hike, and I still haven’t completed the Tri-tip Challenge, so I really want to finish that. MN: What do you think of the new gender-inclusive homecoming court? JC: I think it’s a super good direction for us to go in as a school. It’s important for everyone to feel welcome, and not like they’re forced into certain gender roles. MN: Finally, any advice for first years? JC: Don’t be afraid to try something outside of your comfort zone! And make sure to balance your academics and fun. We’re here to learn, but make sure you’re enjoying yourself too.

CHRIS GATELEY | MUSTANG NE WS NOMINEE | Jessica Catson was elected for Homecoming Royalty.

Zach Sharpell Major: Mechanical engineering Hometown: Escondido, CA On-campus involvement: President, Engineering Ambassadors; Vice President, Tau Beta

Pi; Secretary, MESFAC (Mechanical Engineering Student Fee Allocation Committee); Formula SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers); ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers); Study abroad in Germany; PROVE (Prototype Vehicles Laboratory); MN: What are your plans after graduation? ZS: After graduation, I’m either going to move back down to San Diego or stay in SLO, but either way I want to continue to grow my start-up company, Sharpell Technologies. We’re developing an all electric mid-size SUV, so we’re currently looking for investors and designing different aspects of the vehicle. Personally, I’m involved in the development of the battery pack and the battery management cooling system, as well as the aerodynamic design of the exterior. MN: What made you choose Cal Poly? ZS: When I first visited Cal Poly, I had a tour with the then-President of Engineering Ambassadors, Michael Haworth, and he gave me a personal tour of mechanical engineering. That tour was absolutely amazing, and I got to see all of the labs that I was going to work in. From the beginning, I really liked the Learn by Doing approach. That meant that from the beginning, I could go in the shops and get my hands dirty. As a mechanical engineer, it’s important to build what you design, and then break it, so you can design it better and remake it again. Plus, it’s California. MN: What do you like to do in your free time? ZS: I really like racing. My friend Austin Barnes does what’s basically a junior version of NASCAR, so we go to autocross events and we race. I also like playing the drums. I don’t have a drum set here because I don’t want my neighbors to hate me, but I’ve played since the fifth grade. I’m also really into martial arts. I taught it for

Alumni Office steps up Mustang pride in preparation for family weekend Rebecca Ezrin @ EzrinRebecca

Cal Poly works to keep the entire Mustang family proud, including the alumni. What better way to do so then to combine Cal Poly’s most spirited events? Family weekend and the homecoming game were originally separate, but joined forces in 2015 for convenience. “I think people come back to con-

nect with classmates and friends, they want to relive a happy time in their lives,” Alumni Outreach Specialist for Communications and Marketing Sarah Thien said. The Cal Poly Alumni Office recognizes the substantial need for alumni relations, and therefore uses certain tactics to keep the pride alive. This upcoming weekend will be fun-filled and jam-packed with alumni and family events. “From an alumni relations

perspective, it’s a great opportunity for alumni to reminisce and remember why they feel so much Cal Poly pride,” Alumni Outreach Specialist for On-Campus Events and Programs Maureen O’Connor said. Scheduled events range from a legacy lunch for families of multigenerational Mustangs, to a tailgate with greek life students, to an alumni pub-crawl, hosted by the San Luis Obispo chapter of

alumni, and of course the Cal Poly-UC Davis football game. Several events are already sold out. “Each year, we’ve added events to increase excitement,” Thien said. “Last year, we had alumni vote on the homecoming court, when previously it was decided by a committee.” The organization of family weekend required outreach to alumni and the Greek community. There was plenty of exchange

four years, and have black belts in three different martial arts, including a second-degree black belt in taekwondo. I was born and raised in San Diego, so I really like going to the beach, too. MN: What’s your favorite TV show to binge-watch? ZS: Mythbusters! They could just build whatever they wanted to, and they pretty much blew it up every time. MN: Favorite place to study on campus? ZS: That depends what I have to study, but I normally go to the Hatchery, in Building 2. It’s keypad coded, so it’s normally really quiet, and they have these really cool curved whiteboards. MN: What’s one thing on your Cal Poly bucket list that you want to do before graduation? ZS: I’m the biggest nerd, so I’ve actually never hiked the “P,” Madonna or Bishop, so ideally I’ll do all of those before I leave. But I really want to watch the sunrise from the top of Bishop Peak.

MN: What are your thoughts on the new gender-inclusive homecoming court? ZS: I think it’s a really good idea. It’s always a good idea to make sure everyone feels comfortable, and as if they have an equal chance. My high school, Escondido High School, actually had a gender-inclusive homecoming court this year, too, which I thought was really interesting, and I think it’s great that this idea is gaining momentum. MN: Any advice for firstyears? ZS: Shoot for the stars. I came in here knowing I wanted to build a car when I graduated, and I would tell people that, and they’d think I was crazy. But now here I am, and I have my own car company. Anything that you want to do can happen at Cal Poly. Just do what you’re passionate about, and try to get out of your comfort zone. Also, make sure you study abroad if you can, it’s probably the best personal growth experience you can have. And make the most of your time in San Luis Obispo, it really is the happiest city in America.

CHRIS GATELEY | MUSTANG NE WS NOMINEE | Zach Sharpell was elected for Homecoming Royalty.

through emails and on different Facebook group pages, including the 30 chapters of alumni, which are placed all around the country. Coordinating such an eventful weekend requires extreme attention to detail. Every last gift bag and pin is thought out. Decorations include banners downtown, floral designs and Cal Poly swag, all with the theme of green and gold. “Traditions cards” will be placed on tables at events. Decks of 52 playing cards each with a different Cal Poly tradition on them, from hiking the “P” to going to the bars. There will also be Cal Poly stickers and pens for giveaway, as

well as alumni ribbons to wear and perhaps even balloon bouquets dispersed around events. When alumni remain excited to be a Mustang and recognize the value of a Cal Poly degree, it benefits the entire community. They also expand networking opportunities for students. “There is a strong desire among alumni to reunite here and to reconnect with one another and their past professors,” Assistant Vice President of Alumni Outreach Ellen Cohune said. “It’s important for us to welcome them home, and to enable them to support Cal Poly students.”

A preview of homecoming and Mustang Family Weekend events Hannah Benson @ hannahbenson015

This weekend Cal Poly hosts its Mustang Family Weekend in conjunction with homecoming. Events scheduled from Thursday, Oct. 20 to Sunday, Oct. 23 are centered around the second Mustang Family Weekend, which combines alumni and homecoming festivities with parent & family weekend. The action-packed weekend will bring back memories for alumni, remind you of how wonderful your school is and create new experiences for family members. It all starts on Thursday with the San Luis Obispo Farmers’ Market, a 1983 concoction. On Friday, the events start

to pickup with various tours, presentations and receptions put on by the various departments, including an in-depth tour of Spanos Theater, a meet and greet with General Engineering Program Director Jim Widmann and a Study Abroad Showcase. This is a great way to explore all your school has to offer as well as a prime opportunity to show it off to your family. The much anticipated TEDxCalPoly event is sold out. With a diverse group of 10 speakers and two performances, we all look forward to watch them thrive at the TED presentation and beyond. Alumni Outreach Specialist, Sarah Thien, who specializes in communications and marketing

for Cal Poly Alumni gave details on Friday night’s SLO Pub Crawl, something that is of great interest those 21 and older. Organized by the Cal Poly Alumni Chapter, the self-guided tour starts at 7 p.m. at SLO Brew and slowly makes it way through favorites like Bull’s and Mother’s. Saturday is even more jampacked with presentations, tours and receptions as well as a Legacy lunch, a greek life barbecue and the homecoming football game and Tailgate. Essentially, Saturday is an array of special meals (but let’s be honest: food is always special). The Legacy Lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. takes place at the Performing Arts Center. Thien described another

event on Saturday, specifically for those involved in greek life. “The greek reunion on Saturday involves a barbecue tailgate,” Thien said. “We are working with alumni to connect them with current greeks.” The event will take place from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Of course, all of these meals are just leading up to the big event: the homecoming football game against UC Davis at Spanos Stadium with a 6:05 p.m. kickoff. Bring your family and friends to cheer on our Cal Poly Mustangs. Sunday, events wind down with the Parent Farewell Breakfast and the President’s Breakfast. Join alumni, family members and current students for good food and great company.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2016

Former Apple executive inspires art and design students Austin Linthicum @ austinlinthicum

From famed packaging to world-renowned advertisements, one man has had a front seat to it all. The work of Hiroki Asai, Cal Poly alumnus and former executive vice president of worldwide marketing at Apple Inc., is currently being displayed at the University Art Gallery through Nov. 4. Asai returned to his roots at the Cal Poly art and design department earlier this month where he gave a talk to students about his career at Apple. Attendees got an inside look at Apple’s growth, how leaders within the company interacted and the processes that creative teams went through to craft their award-winning work. Following the talk, a reception was held in the University Art Gallery, celebrating the opening of their latest exhibit, titled “Hiroki Asai.” The exhibit focuses on the myriad of projects Asai oversaw

while at Apple, including packaging, retail interiors, web, direct marketing, videos and event graphics. Under Asai’s direction, the University Art Gallery staff and students assembled the exhibit. “Being the designer he is, Hiroki laid out the whole space for me, so my assistants and I were left with the task of hanging the work,” gallery specialist Garet Zook said. Of all the pieces in the exhibit, Asai is especially proud of the original iMac work. “That was done at a time when Apple was so small and scrappy that it really felt like everything we did carried with it the responsibility of the entire company,” Asai said in an email to Mustang News. Asai began his career working for a variety of graphic design and architecture firms in San Francisco. In 1997 he joined CKS, partners with Pixar, as his key account. In 1998, CKS became Apple’s primary marketing communications agency and Hiroki became the cre-

ative director on the account. In 2001, Hiroki and a handful of creatives moved in-house to Apple, to start what is now the graphic design group. Asai received his bachelor’s degree in Art and Design in 1992 at Cal Poly. This past March, he retired from Apple where he has oversaw the work of over 200 creatives at Apple. “It was a pretty special experience being back on campus,” Asai said. “Having been away for a while, it really made me appreciate the incredible experience I was lucky enough to have as a student there.” Asai found it interesting to see campus life through the eyes of his wife and three young boys, whom he brought with him to the event. “It really brought me back to some of my own emotions and experiences,” Asai said. When Asai was a freshman at Cal Poly, he attended a similar talk by an alum who, at the time, was the creative director for a popular apparel brand.

“The fact that a graduate from this program had done such impactful work gave me incredible confidence that I had chosen the right place,” Asai said. American Institute for Graphic Arts Cal Poly Chapter President Ellen Fabini had a similar reaction to Asai’s talk. “It was pretty mind-blowing to be in the presence of someone who has played such a role in making Apple the company it is today,” Fabini, an art and design senior, said. Asai’s advice to students: be passionate and love what you do. “If you love what you are doing — and I mean head over heels love — then success, longevity, and fulfillment will always follow,” Asai said. The “Hiroki Asai” exhibit runs through Nov. 4 at the University Art Gallery in the Dexter Building. Admission is free and is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

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| The work of Cal Poly alumnus and former Apple employee Hiroki Asai is currently being shown at the University Art Gallery.

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The faces of CultureFest

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The rain and clouds could not put a damper on the activities, or the food at CultureFest on Oct. 15. Sponsored by the Multi Cultural Center and Dean of Students, CultureFest showcases the spectrum of cultures present on campus every year. “In general, Cal Poly is so homogenous and there are a lot of

| Cal Poly students celebrated diversity on campus with CultureFest on Oct. 15 through food, dance and a showcase of the spectrum of cultures represented on campus. cultural clubs because people would like to get more in touch with their culture. It gives us an outlet to represent our culture and get to know other cultural groups on campus,” materials engineering sophomore Katherine Adelman said. Clubs such as the American Indian Student Association, the Korean American Students Association, and the Thai Vietnamese Student Association sold

food and set up booths at Dexter Lawn to raise awareness of their communities. “Speaking for our group, we like to show people that there are other clubs and organizations on campus that can help students who come from a minority feel more at home here,” liberal studies senior Alma Del Valle said. “It’s important that they see that when they come here. We do exist, we’re here.”

CultureFest not only brings other cultures together, but it also provides a chance for the Cal Poly community to come together in a non-classroom setting. “It’s open to the community, so it gets people to see all the cultural organizations. We get to fundraise, promote our own culture, we get to promote our club,” ethnic studies senior Saisa Willis said. CultureFest also exhibited clubs

other than those centered around ethnic identities, such as the Hip Hop Choreo group. “As minorities here on campus, it’s important for all cultures to get together and showcase what they’re about,” industrial engineering junior Jay Matsumoto said. “We have a dance culture too, and that’s what [Hip Hop Choreo Club] is showcasing here today.” Cal Poly’s mission for greater

inclusion and diversity is manifested in CultureFest and will continue to thrive on campus through collaborative efforts between the MultiCultural Center and administration. “There are minority groups on campus so it’s good to have a day where we can just spread our ideas and spread our culture, and explore what other cultures are like,” computer engineering freshman Evan Zhang said.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2016

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| Rise Up International Poetry Slam and Open Mic night featured a variety of artists such as Aisea Taimani and Micah Bournes, who delivered spoken word poetry as well as original songs.

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Beneath trees and twinkly lights at See Canyon Fruit Ranch, artists of all kinds gathered to share their work at Rise Up International’s Poetry Slam and Open Mic night on Friday. Songwriters, musicians and poets told personal stories hoping to inspire their audiences. By the time the event began, the sun had set and the scene seemed something out of a storybook. Chairs were set up for the audience on a small wooden patio, while some opted to listen from benches that lined the area. There was an intimate feeling to the event, a welcoming setting for such personal stories. Former slam poetry champion and TEDx speaker MOsley WOtta hosted and introduced each artist. San Luis Obispo resident Katie Timbang opened the night with spoken word poetry. Her poems were about friendships and self-discovery, themes that were explored throughout the evening. Following Timbang was singer-songwriter Aisea Taimani, a

native of the Kingdom of Tonga. Taimani sang a few covers, an original song and a folk song from Tonga. Taimani’s songs centered around peace and happiness. Taimani’s music, which he labeled “acoustic soul reggae,” brought a calming vibe to the audience. He treated the crowd like family, telling the audience to call him “brother.” He emphasized using music as a powerful

and emotions.” Spoken word poet Micah Bournes also took the stage where he spoke about the discrimination he faced as an African American. He shared his journey of overcoming these struggles and his determination to find justice in the world. Bournes’ influences are deeply rooted in both hip hop and blues and the flow of his poetry followed a similar style. “You can be inspired by the most unlikely sources,” Bournes said. “The important thing is to go through life a little slower and you can be inspired by random things.” WOtta closed the night, performing his rap-influenced spoken word poetry. He shared stories of cultural diversity and discrimination. “I think art is about recognizing the commonality amongst one another,” WOtta said. “It is in the ability to talk about difficult things, but with greater intimacy so they don’t seem so hard to talk about.” The night ended with a chance for the audience to talk to one another and praise their favorite performers.

“Music has the ability to inspire, challenge and educate. It engages your heart and soul and emotions.” AISEA TAIMANI

tool to incite change. “It is about how to pursue justice through the arts,” Taimani said. “Music has the ability to inspire, challenge and educate. It engages your heart and soul

Rise Up International was started more than 10 years ago with a mission to bring together communities through music and art. Founder Jesse Roberts said he hopes to bring the organi-

zation’s work to Cal Poly in the future. The group wants to bring inspiration and influence in the form of arts education to San Luis Obispo, focusing on culture, diversity and creative expression.

“The most rewarding thing about this organization is the people and the power of the arts,” Roberts said. To learn more about Rise Up International, visit www.riseupinternational.com.

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Surfboard Art Festival encourages local engagement

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| The Morro Bay Surf board Art Festival continues until Saturday, Dec. 3, when the surf boards will be sold. All proceeds will be divided among the beneficiaries of Morro Bay In Bloom.

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Colors streak the boards. Designs show intricate patterns and descriptive landscapes. The Morro Bay Surfboard Art Festival exhibits the exquisite craft and skill of local artists in Morro Bay. Though surfboard art isn’t classified as “fine art,” a charitable organization looks to give back to the community and local artists through the recognition of surfboard painting. “Our basic mission has stayed the same: helping artists find a new format, discovering new artists and elevating awareness of surfboard art as a legitimate format for art,” said Walter

Heath, creator of the Morro Bay Surfboard Art Festival and president of Morro Bay in Bloom. The Morro Bay Surfboard Art Festival was started three years ago by Morro Bay in Bloom, a volunteer organization with a goal to beautify Morro Bay. The festival features surfboard art in local retail establishments, aiming to give stores more foot traffic. “People love it. It’s fun watching people take mini vacations as they watch the art in restaurants or in the retail stores,” Heath said. “You know, people will just stop and pause and you can tell that they are transported to a different place while

they are viewing the art.” Two local artists featured in the festival are Chris Pedersen and Charlie Clingman, the owners of local surf art gallery Forever Stoked. The pair have participated in the festival since its inception. Pedersen’s board features a psychedelic lime green woman with electric pink hair, lying on a mound of blue sand. It’s on display at Sunshine Health Foods in Morro Bay. Pedersen and Clingman are avid surfers and paint their own boards. The festival provides a way for them to showcase their unseen work. “We’ll paint the deck and if the board works good for us then

we’ll spend weeks painting the bottom, like a full on painting that would be really valuable,” Clingman said. “So it’s actually fun for us to showcase these boards, because normally just our friends at the beach will see them or if we have art show.” The Morro Bay Surfboard Art Festival is not held at a centralized location; the boards are spread out around Morro Bay in local businesses. With the festival spanning from October to December, this makes it easier to display the boards for a long period of time and helps bring business to local storeowners. “It helps us as retailers because people walk around to see the different boards,” Shaun

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| David Ramirez’s surboard art displayed outside of Mike’s Barber Shop in Morro Bay.

Farmer, owner of Farmer’s Kites, Surryes and More, said. “They may not buy anything, but just them coming in and seeing what I have for sale and seeing what I have around my store, it helps business.” Some artists have built lasting relationships with the storeowners that house their surfboards. Josh Talbott, a local artist and surfer, has had his artwork showcased at Joe’s Surfboard Shop this year and in 2014. Because of the art, Talbott and Joey Nichols, the shop’s owner, became close friends. “Joe has been a really rad human being, really kind and generous,” Talbott said. “When

they welcomed my board into their shop, it was really cool. It’s just an excuse to go down and see them. Really good folks.” The Morro Bay Surfboard Art Festival launched on Oct. 1 and continues until the beginning of December. The festival ends with a sale of all the surfboards on Saturday, Dec. 3. The Surf Art sale will take place from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at The Inn at Morro Bay and is open to the public. The money raised from these sales will then be divided among the beneficiaries of Morro Bay in Bloom, Project Surf Camp and local elementary and middle schools. For more information, visit mbsurfboardartfest.com.

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Alumni Spotlight: Cotton Rosser reminisces on times at Cal Poly Aidan McGloin @ McGloin_Aidan

Cotton Rosser, owner of Flying U Rodeo Company and 1952 honorary doctorat of science animal husbandry graduate, is one of nine alumni honored by the Cal Poly Alumni Association for Mustang Family Weekend. One alumnus is honored by each college, with another honoree from the athletic program, another receiving a distinguished service award and the ninth receiving the Sandra Gardebring Ogren Leaders Award, named after Cal Poly’s 1998 Vice

President for Advancement. Rosser went to Cal Poly at a time when Cal Poly Pomona was still a satellite campus; the university was known as a college and the college was not co-educational. A lot has changed since then, but not the core principles of The Mustang Way. When he went through school, Rosser said that he was not the best student. In fact, it took him an additional two years to graduate with his honorary bachelor of science. But what he learned most, he learned by doing. As a professional rodeo cowboy,

Rosser worked his way through college, laying claim to the title of “The College Cowboy,” an anomaly lying between the distinct classes of professional cowboys and college-educated people unheard of in those days. After a ranch injury in 1956 gave both his legs compound fractures and made him unable to compete in rodeos, Rosser bought the Flying U Rodeo Company, now the oldest continuing rodeo livestock company in the United States. He remains the owner of the company, and produces more than 50 rodeos a year. Inducted into the Pro

Rodeo Hall of Fame in 1995, Rosser is described as the P.T. Barnum of professional rodeo, and won the all-around title at the 1951 Grand National Rodeo in San Francisco. “I would not be successful in the business I am in if it were not for Cal Poly,” he said. Rosser supported Cal Poly for the past 40 years. In addition, he built up a legacy among his family. His daughter graduated two years ago with a master’s degree, and also became the ninth Rosser to go to Cal Poly. Despite his involvement in the Cal Poly family, Rosser was

humbly confused when he was called by the Alumni Association, thinking they had called the wrong person. Though Rosser wishes that a lot of his Cal Poly classmates were still alive, he emphasized that it was a “great, great honor to be selected.” He also applauded Cal Poly President Armstrong for keeping the agriculture program alive, and by keeping the Learn by Doing motto thriving on campus. “I love Cal Poly,” Rosser said. Other honored alumni include Wendy Ornelas, Professor of

Architecture at Kansas State University; Scott Cooper, Chief Financial Officer of Allegro Ophthalmics, LLC; Karen Bartleson, President-elect of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; Jim Kouf, Screenwriter/ Producer/Director of Kouf-Bigelow Productions; Nohemy Ornelas, Associate Superintendent and Vice President of Students at Allan Hancock College; James Newkirk, owner of Newkirk Enterprises; Charles E. Bell Jr., San Diego Deputy City Attorney and John A. Ronca Jr., owner of John A. Ronca, Jr. Law Corporation.

ARTS 7

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2016

Absolutely Flohr’d

JOSEPH VAYSMAN | MUSTANG NE WS M A K IN G I T BI G

| S p e a k e r B r u c e F l o h r ’s m a i n p i e c e o f a d v i c e f o r s t u d e n t s w a s t o a v o i d s t a r t i n g a c a r e e r b e f o r e g r a d u a t i n g a n d t o s p e n d m o r e t i m e n e t w o r k i n g a t C a l P o l y.

Carly Quinn @ carlyaquinn

A Cal Poly journalism alumnus who found success in the music industry returned to campus on Monday, Oct. 17 to give students advice on making the most of their time here. “Flohr’d” is how RCA Records felt about Bruce Flohr, a former KCPR DJ and journalism alumnus, when they offered him a paid position while he was still a senior at Cal Poly. “This could be the dawn of a new golden era for radio happening right now,” Flohr said while giving a talk to students on Monday. “KCPR could become the soundtrack to

Cal Poly.” When Flohr came to Cal Poly as an undergraduate in 1984, it was specifically to be a part of the radio station. He immediately began working with KCPR to better the quality of the college radio broadcast. Taking pride in professionalism, Flohr took what worked from the top southern and northern California radio stations at the time and blended them for a perfect Central Coast mix. As Flohr’s work gained popularity, Boo Boo Records began selling more specific records based on what DJs were playing on KCPR. Flohr worked with the shop to promote new songs and artists, and was eventually recognized by

RCA Records. Flohr chose to stay in San Luis Obispo to finish school before launching his career in the music industry right out of college. “My biggest regret was that I didn’t build a network while I was here at Cal Poly,” Flohr said to the room full of students. “I already knew what I wanted to do, so I just wanted to graduate and start my career.” Flohr later became a talent scout, discovering bands like Foo Fighters and Dave Mathews Band. He then joined ATO Records and Red Light Management. Flohr also started his own company, GreenLight, which helps companies use music to sell their products. His main piece of wisdom to students was to avoid starting

a career before graduating. “Anything you can do to improve KCPR makes a difference,” Flohr said. “The more noise you make coming out of San Luis Obispo, the hotter of a property you are.” Creating a network of people from Cal Poly is key, Flohr told the room. He encouraged students to keep in touch with the friends they make in school, no matter what line of work they pursue. Flohr also mentioned that students’ parents and their friends outside of school are other great assets to be used in networking. Flohr said that this network

can help students get jobs after graduation, as well as internships during their time at Cal Poly. He also pointed out that when you get an internship or job, it is up to you to make the most out of your experience. According to Flohr, it’s important to ask questions, be proactive and get involved. Be prepared for interviews and do your research beforehand. Always have questions in return for your employer about the company. “Every person is a story,” Flohr said. “Make that personal connection with who you’re talking to and

“My biggest regret was that I didn’t build a network while I

your story will be remembered.” Flohr also placed a lot of emphasis on developing more than one skill set. In this ever-changing media business, employees must adapt in order to succeed. This also gives students the opportunity to try out different things to find what they really want to dedicate their life to. “KCPR taught me to wear a lot of different hats,” Flohr said. “Be good at a lot of things, and great at some, and you will do well.” In five years, Flohr said he sees KCPR as the voice and beacon for culture not only at Cal Poly, but for all of San Luis Obispo. “Quality is starting to become important again,” Flohr said. “The consumer has always been very smart, they just weren’t given enough choices.”

was here at Cal Poly. ” -Bruce Flohr (Former KCPR DJ and Journalism Student)

JOSEPH VAYSMAN | MUSTANG NE WS CENTR AL COAST BEAT

| “KCPR could become the soundtrack to Cal Poly,” Flohr said when talking to students on Monday, Oct. 17.

NEWS 8

MUSTANG NEWS

OPINION

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The Weekly Bull

Campus police viciously attack neighborhood party Neil Sandhu @ CPMustangNews

Neil Sandhu is a biomedical engineering senior and Mustang News columnist. This column is purely satirical. Any connection to actual people or events is coincidental. In what is being called one of the most overt displays of totalitarian rule since scooters were outlawed on campus, police killed the vibes of more than 100 innocent students on the evening of Oct. 6. San Luis Obispo police officers arrived on the 300 block of Hathway Avenue. after receiving multiple complaints of “some tool playing ‘Closer’ on repeat for a straight hour.” As soon as the police arrived, partygoers reportedly started screaming “Buck the Police,” in what can only be described as a nod to the Cal Poly-UCSB soccer game. The students’ spirit and good nature were not shared by the overly-militarized police force, who used their combat boots to stomp through the grass in the front yard that the occupants had diligently been watering with “Natty Light” for the 13 months prior. The police, hopped up on their own egos, forced partygoers to pour out their liquor before being allowed to leave. “It’s total bullshit,” intramural football sophomore Chad Johnson said. “I had to drive all the way to Atascadero to get that because Campus Bottle is too strict

with fakes. They can’t just take peoples’ alcohol, that’s illegal.” To Johnson, being busted was a serious inconvenience. To other students, like aesthetic development senior Don Pezetti, it was traumatizing. “I’m a single dude who lives in Mustang, so Thursday nights are usually just me and the guys, playing some rage cage, bumping some deep house and texting the same 11 people to see if they know of any parties,” Pezetti said while choking back tears. “I saw my boy post a snap story of him at a party, and he said I could come through. I didn’t even get inside, man. What am I supposed to do now? The Uber surge charges are like 4.8x, I don’t wanna walk.” This is not the first tragedy incurred at the hands of this tyrannical government, and it won’t be the last. San Luis Obispo passed a series of laws that seriously disenfranchise under-aged drinkers. Under-aged drinkers make up a plurality of this campus; they are our friends, our neighbors and our students. We cannot stand by and allow the government to continue their unconstitutional “Drinker-ID” laws. Our country is actively stopping people from buying liquor just because of the way they look. This is the very definition of discrimination. This Week of Welcome alone, it was estimated that 23 parties fell victim to the San Luis Obispo Police De-

partment, with more than 20 minor-in-possession tickets being handed out throughout the week. These aren’t just stats, they are stories. Twenty-three aux chords left unattended and alone. Twenty-three beer soaked dance floors, but zero people doing the Dab. Hundreds of ping-pong balls that will remain under the couch until move-out and a countless number of students left to roam

the streets of Hathway and pretend like they have any chance of finding another party. Our police force has repeatedly stripped our rights as citizens. If we want to play house music at an unreasonably loud level on a weekday, we have that right. If we want to walk down the street ripping a clearly open bottle of Taaka, we have that right. If we want to urinate in someone’s front

yard at 3 a.m. when no one is looking, we have that right. Don’t let the unreasonable, small-minded police take your freedom away from you. We don’t pay $20,000 in tuition just for parties to get busted up like this. It’s time we stood up as a community, and let the world know that even the “Happiest City in America” has problems too.

This is not the first tragedy

incurred at the hands of this tyrannical government, and it won’t be the last.

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Since the turn of the century, football in college ranks has seen a dramatic increase in the use of spread offenses built on passing the ball to fast wide receivers from strong-armed quarterbacks. This philosophy replaced the tradition of getting production by running the ball. The use of this offense peaked in 2006 as college football teams rushed for the fewest yards per game on average since 1939, and has continued to be popular ever since. Cal Poly, however, has bucked that trend. The Mustangs are one of 125 schools to play in the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) section of college football. Of those 125, Cal Poly Football has been the gold standard for rushing offense since Tim Walsh was hired as head coach in 2009. As a team, the Mustangs have averaged more than 250 yards rushing per game since 2011, ranking at least sixth in that category nationally. From 2013 to 2015, the Mustangs were the best team in the FCS at running the ball, averaging 309.1, 351.8 and 387.3 yards on the ground per game. The secret to the Mustangs’ production is relatively simple: the option offense. Successful option offenses typically feature two main components: an athletic quarterback that is a threat to both run and throw the ball and running backs that have the vision and patience for blocks to develop. When the offense lines up in an option formation, the quarterback will have one to three running backs behind him. He has the “option” to give any one of those running backs the ball or keep it to run himself. This

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CAL POLY’S DOMINANT RUSHING OFFENSE

inherently keeps the opposing defense guessing who will get the ball and makes it easier for the offense to find mismatches to capitalize on them. And capitalizing on mismatches is what the Mustangs do best. Last weekend, the Mustangs’ offense played a Portland State defense that had struggled to stop the running game and allowed 230 yards per game. With the efforts of junior slotback Kyle Lewis, senior slotback Kori Garcia and junior fullback Joe Protheroe leading the way, the Mustangs totaled 462 yards rushing in the victory. Protheroe has been an unusual asset for the Mustangs this season. The fullback is third in FCS in rushing yards per game out of more than 200 players. In past years, Walsh’s offense has typically used two to three running backs in rotation rather than one dominant one, but Protheroe’s skill in the offense puts him above the rest. An unexpected side effect of using a primarily run-oriented offense this season has been the improved play of senior quarterback Dano Graves. After redshirting last year in order to play this season following the graduation of Chris Brown, Graves has had the best year of his career. Though he hasn’t thrown enough passes this season to qualify, his 217.0 passer rating leads the conference and would be top in the nation if he qualified. He’s posting career highs in completion percentage, yards per game, yards per pass and touchdowns.

Team ranking (Rushing yards/game, FCS): 2015: 1st 2014: 1st 2013: 1st 2012: 2nd 2011: 6th 400 350 300

387.3 ypg

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His ability to find open receivers in the passing game makes him the perfect quarterback component to Walsh’s option system. In different game situations, Graves can fake a handoff of the football to any of the running backs to catch defenses

off guard and find his receivers open downfield. With the offense producing at such a high rate, the Mustangs’ defense has less pressure on it to perform and instead can play to keep the lead. The Cal Poly defense has played well enough

to get the team to 4-2, 2-1 in the Big Sky conference and ranked 18th in the FCS. The rest of the season includes games against Big Sky perennial power Eastern Washington (51, 3-0), Weber State (4-2, 3-0) and the Battle for the Golden

Horseshoe against UC Davis this Saturday. Wins in at least two of those three games behind a strong rushing attack would set up the Mustangs to stampede their way into the FCS tournament for a shot at the national championship.