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NEWS

Donations to CSU system skyrocket

ANTONIO ZARAGOZA, PHOTO EDITOR

Kevin Smead assistant news editor During the 2010-2011 fiscal year, donations to the California State University system increased by a total of 30 percent. Last year, the CSU system received approximately $344 million in donations from donors

and alumni. In the 2009-2010 fiscal year the CSU system received $265 million, nearly one-third less.

The source of these funds spans a wide range of philanthropic groups and families that make donations to show support for the CSU. For example, the new Green Music Center at Sonoma State University was paid for by philanthropists Joan

and Sanford I. Weill. The donated $12 million in cash is the largest cash donation in CSU history.

San Francisco State University received a $5 million donation from alumna and professor Emerita Kay Takeyama Dilena to establish the Dilena Takeyama Center for the Study of Japan and Japanese Culture.

At California State Polytechnic University Pomona, a grant of $42 million was received from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Kellogg, most famous for his breakfast cereal innovations, reportedly had a history of investing in people, which the foundation claims translated into its philanthropic donations. Some of the money will go toward establishing scholarships and also toward building the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center.

In individual donations, the most prevalent category of givers was alumni, who gave roughly around $60 million.

In a statement responding to these and other gifts, CSU Vice Chancellor of University Relations

“Generous supporters are helping the university excel in countless areas including teaching, research, athletics and arts.

However, these gifts cannot fully replace what the state has cut.”

Garret P. Ashley, CSU Vice Chancellor and Advancement Garret P. Ashley said, “Generous supporters are helping the university excel in countless areas including teaching, research, athletics and arts. However, these gifts cannot fully replace what the state has cut.”

This is attributed to the fact that many of these gifts are designated for specific purposes. Though the philanthropic report is broken into some larger blanket categories such as academic enrichment and facilities, there are even smaller subcategories that allo-

cate donations to certain programs, as opposed to solely the general budget.

Only about $5.9 million of the total donations are considered “unrestricted.”

San Diego State received $39,925 in unrestricted funds. However, SDSU did not receive funds for campus improvement. Still, from all CSU schools, SDSU received the most overall funds with a total of $59,147,550.

In his opening letter at the start of the annual report, CSU Chancellor Charles B. Reed extols the virtues of giving to the CSU, stating it is “an investment that will pay dividends.”

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NEWS

Romney wins Florida

Lecture series talks technology Alejandra Paz staff writer Qualcomm CEO Paul Jacobs shared his thoughts about the influence technology has on the world at San Diego State’s President’s Lecture Series on Tuesday.

Jacobs presented, “Societal Issues – How Can Wireless Technology Enhance Global Quality of Life.”

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Stephanie Saccente staff writer Mitt Romney was announced the winner of Tuesday’s primary election in Florida. Coming back from a defeat in the South Carolina Republican Party Primary just 10 days earlier, the former Massachusetts governor won with nearly 47 percent of the vote. Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich finished a distant second with 31 percent, followed by former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum in third and Rep. Ron Paul of Texas in fourth.

Romney’s victory rewarded him with Florida’s 50 delegates to the Republican National Convention, the most of any state thus far. According

to preliminary exit polls, Floridian Republican voters were looking for the political candidate with the best chance at defeating current president Barack Obama.

During his victory speech in Tampa, Fla., Romney focused his remarks exclusively on Obama. He belittled the Obama Administration for its record on job creation, foreign policy as well as other pressing issues. “Mr. President, you were elected to lead, you chose to follow and now it’s time for you to get out of the way,” Romney said.

Until now, Gingrich has held a slight lead in most recent national polls, and this loss is not setting him back.

According to the Huffington Post, Gingrich expects the GOP primary race to continue for the next six months.

With Florida’s 50 delegates, Romney will now have 87 delegates in comparison to Gingrich’s 26. A total of 1,144 delegates are needed to secure the Republican nomination.

As for Paul and Santorum, both plan to target the smaller caucus states and have been campaigning more in the West. Paul skipped Florida completely and has adopted the same strategy Obama used during the 2008 Democratic contest, gambling on the low-cost yet high-yield delegates.

As the 2012 election begins to take shape, the Republican Party is confident voters will look to elect a leader who will help the country regain economic stability. The candidates will head to Nevada next on Saturday in a caucus election.

One example he talked about was a wristband to better health care. This wristband has the capability to monitor fundamental signs and communicate them to physicians for enhanced tracking and safety of their patients.

Following Jacobs’ presentation was a questionnaire by SDSU men’s basketball head coach Steve Fisher. When asked what the best advice he had ever received was, Jacobs said, “There is no they.”

“The phone is a sensor for you to tell you what it is that is around you that you may want to interact with.”

Paul Jacobs, CEO of Qualcomm Jacobs talked about what he calls “the digital sixth sense.”

He said this is a transformation of the world into a new vision. This allows the world to be interconnected.

“The phone is a sensor for you to tell you what it is that is around you that you may want to interact with,” Jacobs said. “It’s a remote control to let you actually do things with that.”

Jacobs said Qualcomm is working on building a way to use wireless technology to improve education, health care and entrepreneurship.

“Everyone says, they need to do this, they need to do that,” Jacobs said. “Don’t say it is their responsibility; it is ours.”

Will Itie, a double major in biology and geology, was one of the attendees.

He said Jacobs was very motivational.

“It was interesting and I’m glad to have the honor to be here.”

The invitation-only event included SDSU’s leaders in departments such as business, engineering and science.

Entrepreneurs from local companies and alumni from different California universities attended the event.

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E N T E R TA I N M E N T

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MuteMath at 4th & B to be a raucous affair Courtney Rogin staff writer MuteMath’s lead vocalist Paul Meany, drummer Darren King and bassist Roy Mitchell-Cardenas are on tour this year to prove to crowds across the U.S. that rock, as they create it, isn’t dead.

Within the first 10 seconds of the title and opening track of MuteMath’s newest album, it is clear the band is leagues away from where it left off with its sophomore album, “Armistice.” The latest effort, “Odd Soul,” was released in October and manifested itself in a blues-infused set of tracks lasting just less than an hour.

The title track takes cues from The Black Keys’ gritty, guitar-heavy, bluesy rock. The lead single, “Blood Pressure,” adds to the infectious

nature of the album, incurable once the chorus begins.

One of the best tracks is the lengthy gem “Quarantine,” a spastic wonder of psychedelic snippets mixed with vigorous guitar riffs. The song clocks in at a little more than seven minutes and aids the closure of the album.

“Odd Soul” gives the impression the band is just starting to have its mischievous fun with rock and roll, and its progression is clear through the intermixing of retro vibes with the super electronic sound that was introduced in the band’s 2006 debut album.

MuteMath brings its rock out of the garage and into 4th and B this Friday as part of the venue’s “Bring on The Bright Lights” concert series.

Doors open at 7 p.m. and it is a 21 and older show. Tickets are still available, starting at $31.

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THE LIVING ROOM WRITTEN BY OPINION EDITOR CHRIS POCOCK One would be hard-pressed to discover The Living Room not bustling with students, and for good reason. Located just two miles from San Diego State and open until 2 a.m. every day, The Living Room offers customers a spot to study, hang out or simply drink coffee without breaking the bank — for coffee or for gas.

Offering a full drink menu featuring everything from hand-packed teas to more advanced drinks such as the Café Suizzerra and the iced banana cappuccino, The Living Room offers something for everyone. But for those who aren’t the coffee-drinking type, don’t fret: The Living Room offers a full food menu for those feeling the hunger.

LOVE LIBRARY WRITTEN BY ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR KEVIN SMEAD Standing tall among the numerous buildings of San Diego State, the starkwhite testament to knowledge that is the Love Library has come to be a second home to many world-weary Aztecs.

Between oceans of dimly flickering computer screens and worn tomes lie these inhabitants: red-eyed 20somethings staring blankly at pages that seem as never-ending as the rows of lights that shine overhead. However, despite the mental conditions many travelers to the library endure, there is a sense of comfort found within its walls. As the gears inside of students’ heads continue to grind, a sense of camaraderie begins to wash over them as the soft squeak of another student’s intellectual brain-machine cranking away is heard from a nearby cubicle. It is then that it becomes clear: No student is alone here.

COFFEE HOUSE

JOHN ANDERSON, ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR

“THE ATMOSPHERE IS QUIRKY AND COMFORTABLE. IT’S THE PERFECT PLACE TO GO WHEN YOU NEED A STUDY BREAK AND CAN’T STAND THE STUFFINESS OF LOVE LIBRARY.” — KATIE MARTIN, ISCOR AND POLITICAL SCIENCE MAJOR

STUDY SPOT

ALLIE DAUGHERTY, EDITOR IN CHIEF

“THE LIBRARY IS SO COMFORTABLE AND MOST OF THE TIME (EXCEPT FOR FINALS) IS ALSO FAIRLY QUIET IF YOU STUDY IN THE RIGHT PLACES.” — ANGELICA REAMS, POLITICAL SCIENCE MAJOR

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PACIFIC BEACH

BEACH SPOT

WRITTEN BY OPINION EDITOR CHRIS POCOCK Whether it’s for work, food, living or a night out, Pacific Beach has always been a second home to San Diego State students. Delectable scents from awardwinning restaurants such as Firehouse American Eatery and Lounge and Fred’s Mexican Café permeate from every few feet of sidewalk. And on Taco Tuesday, locations such as Cabo Cantina and World Famous dish up fresh fish tacos at prices even the average Top Ramen-consuming student can afford.

But the true benefits of PB are only seen at night.

When darkness hits and streetlights begin their twilight glow, the din of Pacific Beach comes alive. Girls with short dresses link arms and stumble from bar to bar, and the fierce clacking of pool balls is heard in the crowded streets late into the night.

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“PB JUST HAS EVERYTHING. THEY HAVE THE BARS, FOOD PLACES, SHOPS AND CLUBS. YOU'LL ALWAYS FIND SOMETHING TO DO DURING THE DAY OR NIGHT.” — JESSICA JONES, PUBLIC RELATIONS MAJOR

SOMA

CONCERT VENUE

WRITTEN BY EDITOR IN CHIEF ALLIE DAUGHERTY

ANTONIO ZARAGOZA, PHOTO EDITOR

“IT’S A SMALL VENUE, BUT THE BENEFIT IS THAT YOU HAVE THE ABILITY TO BE UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH THE BANDS.” — ALEX LEE, MARKETING MAJOR

THE GRASSY KNOLL WRITTEN BY NEWS EDITOR HUTTON MARSHALL Grass on a college campus is a strange anomaly. It's the one place students can groggily flop onto a vacant patch and not be perceived as homeless by passersby. That's what makes grass to sleepy college students what ponds are to ducks. "Grass has suspended man since the early days of the hominids. It suspends your body as if floating in clouds," Eric Long, a television, film and new media junior, said. Think about it — the turtle pond has grass, Campanile Walkway has grass — these great things would be significantly less conducive to sleep if it weren't for them this amazing green plant.

"Through the process of photosynthesis, the grass releases oxygen and carbon dioxide, which helps the cycle of life between nature and me," Danny Andrews, a theater senior, said. So when in doubt, when you’ve got an hour between classes and you’ve got nowhere to go, find the grassy knoll. Just make sure it’s not too wet before you sit down.

SOMA has become a favorite venue in San Diego for more than just the part it plays in the music scene: It also gives back to the city that supports it.

The venue, which gets its name from being south of Market Street, wants to work with youth using the music medium.

“SOMA is committed to teaching new talent how to market and progress through the industry while offering a safe and energetic environment for those affiliated with the scene,” SOMA’s website states. “We are also committed to showing people, through example, that having a good time does not require the use of drugs and/or alcohol.”

The all-ages venue also sells its tickets through a service called Lunatiks, which takes a portion of every ticket and donates it to Stand Up For Kids, an organization that supports homeless teens in San Diego.

SLEEP SPOT

ALLIE DAUGHERTY, EDITOR IN CHIEF

“THROUGH THE PROCESS OF PHOTOSYNTHESIS, THE GRASS RELEASES OXYGEN AND CARBON DIOXIDE, WHICH HELPS THE CYCLE OF LIFE BETWEEN NATURE AND ME.” — DANNY ANDREWS, THEATER MAJOR

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WOODSTOCK’S

PIZZA

WRITTEN BY ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR JOHN ANDERSON

JOHN ANDERSON, ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR

“I LIKE HOW INTERACTIVE WOODSTOCK’S IS WITH THE SAN DIEGO STATE COMMUNITY. TRIVIA NIGHTS AND PINT NIGHTS ARE GREAT WAYS TO GET INVOLVED IN THE SDSU COMMUNITY OFF CAMPUS.”

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With locations at colleges across California, Woodstock’s Pizza has begun to epitomize what it means to be a college pizza joint.

Featuring a variety of complex and interesting pizzas in addition to the classics, Woodstock’s uses quality ingredients to ensure it makes the best pizza possible. True, pizza lovers will pay more at Woodstock’s than they would at other places around State, but the difference is clearly reflected in the taste.

Woodstock’s hosts weekly events that keep Aztecs flooding through the doors nearly every night. In addition to Trivia Tuesday nights, Woodstock’s hosts Pint Night on Thursdays, meaning pizza and beer enthusiasts pay regular price for their first pint and a substantial discount on every pint thereafter. Even better, participants get to take their pint glass home with them at the end of the night. Woodstock’s also screens Aztec away games and fans usually pack in to make the pizza joint a truly special place to watch a game.

JORDAN HOVIS, ISCOR MAJOR

BURGERS

BURGER LOUNGE WRITTEN BY PHOTO EDITOR ANTONIO ZARAGOZA Undoubtedly, Burger Lounge has some of the best-tasting burgers around. This hip eatery has a modern, minimalist look and feel but when observed closely, Burger Lounge is a throwback to early diners of the ‘50s. Quick service and a friendly, lighthearted atmosphere make it easy to relax and enjoy some company and a great meal. A simple menu of burgers, fries, onion rings and milkshakes makes it easy for a patron to decide what to eat.

Frosty bottles of soda pop or a refreshing glass of beer compliment dishes on the menu.

Fresh ingredients, grass-fed beef and organic cheeses contribute to the creation of Burger Lounge burgers and are the cornerstone of the brand. Burger Lounge can be found in La Jolla, Hillcrest, Kensington, Gaslamp, Little Italy and Coronado.

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ANTONIO ZARAGOZA, PHOTO EDITOR

“I LOVE BURGER LOUNGE BECAUSE YOU CAN TASTE HOW FRESH THE FOOD IS AND YOU’RE NEVER WAITING A LONG TIME TO GET YOUR MEAL.” — MICHELLE RUSIN, GRAD STUDENT

SUSHI

SUSHI DELI WRITTEN BY MANAGING EDITOR BETH ELDERKIN

ANTONIO ZARAGOZA, PHOTO EDITOR

“SUSHI DELI HAS REALLY AFFORDABLE AND DELICIOUS BENTO SPECIALS THAT HAVE A VARIETY OF TASTEY TREATS! THE BATHROOMS ARE ALSO REALLY NICE.” — JESSICA MCPHETERS, HISTORY MAJOR

Sushi Deli is a no-muss, no-fuss place to grab excellent sushi at affordable prices.

At just about any time of the day, any one of Sushi Deli’s three locations has a line headed out the door. Not because of the atmosphere or cocktails — because Sushi Deli doesn’t have either — but because of the fantastic sushi rolls this restaurant serves.

Special selections range from the pico de gallo roll, a tasty blend of cucumber, mango, shrimp tempura and avocado with a 7-spices mango sauce, to the smokey salmon roll, a grilled salmon and gobo carrot roll topped with seared smoked salmon drizzled with lemon juice. That’s only the beginning to this impressive list of more than 50 special rolls, none of which cost more than $7.99.

And whenever it’s raining, Sushi Deli offers each table one free serving of edamame, California roll or small sake as an extra incentive to brave the weather.

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DATE SPOT

BALBOA PARK WRITTEN BY FEATURES EDITOR KELLY CALLAS

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“BECAUSE IT'S CUTE AND YOU CAN HAVE PICNICS AND STUFF AND THE ZOO IS THERE AND I LOVE THE CAROUSEL AND THE BOTANICAL GARDEN IS PRETTY AND POPPIN' TOO!”

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SARAH MAXWELL, AEROSPACE ENGINEERING MAJOR

GIRLS’

VOYEUR WRITTEN BY MANAGING EDITOR BETH ELDERKIN Whether single, taken or keeping it a secret, Voyeur is the perfect place to have a night out with the girls. This Gaslamp-area nightclub offers the best in new and exciting electronic music, with talented DJs frequenting the booth Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.

The main dance floor features a floor-to-ceiling wall of lights that bump to the music. During the weekends, seductively dressed dancers keep just out of arm’s reach, adding to the voyeuristic feel of this San Diego hotspot.

For those wanting an extra-special treat, Voyeur has several secluded VIP lounges with top-of-theline bottle service. While it can be a bit on the pricey side, Voyeur said it does take every group’s budgetary needs into consideration. It also doesn’t hurt to be a party of mostly female guests, because nightclubs tend to like having women around.

GUYS’

Home to the San Diego Zoo, The Old Globe Theatre and 15 major museums, Balboa Park is a culture geek’s date-night delight.

Lovebirds can enjoy a day of sophistication roaming the photo-lined walls of the Museum of Photographic Arts or channel their inner Bill Nye while admiring larger-than-life IMAX movies at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center.

Considered the nation’s largest urban cultural park, Balboa Park’s picturesque plant life and architectural alcoves provide a Jane Austen-esque alternative to bustling city nights.

Enjoy an afternoon observing the way the waters of the gardens reflect the azure wonder of a lover’s eyes. Then, indulge in inexpensive drinks and appetizers during happy hour at the park’s award-winning restaurant, The Prado.

With so much to do, don’t forget to show Freckles some canine love at one of Balboa Park’s three playgrounds for fluffy friends before date time commences.

NIGHT OUT

THINKSTOCK

“THEY HAVE THIS WALL AND IT HAS THESE FLASHING LIGHTS. IT’S REALLY COOL …

IT’S JUST A COOL ATMOSPHERE AND VIBE, EVEN THOUGH I’M NOT A HOUSE MUSIC FAN.” — DIONNA DAVIS, SDSU ROTC

NIGHT OUT

NORTH PARK BAR CRAWL WRITTEN BY ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR JOHN ANDERSON

ANTONIO ZARAGOZA, PHOTO EDITOR

"HAMILTON'S IS AN ... IRISH PUB WITH A GREAT, RELAXED ATMOSPHERE AND GOOD BEER. THERE ARE SOME GREAT NICHE PLACES IN NORTH PARK, BUT WE USUALLY GO TO HAMILTON'S."

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CHRISTOPHER HIGGINS, ISCOR MAJOR

What better way to spend an evening with buddies than in North Park drinking toward oblivion? North Park has a bar scene comparable to Pacific Beach or the Gaslamp District, just less expensive and without the headaches. Whether it be True North Tavern, Bar Pink, U-31, The Office Bar, Live Wire, Pecs, Toronado, Splash Wine Lounge, URBN Coal Fired Pizza Bar, The Foundry or any of the other bars nearby, a North Park bar crawl is a great time and an inevitable hangover waiting to happen. Many North Park bars feature a wide selection from the best local San Diego breweries. The SD Drink About is every third Wednesday of the month and offers free bus services between the bars located around University and 30th Avenue and those on the outskirts of North Park.

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MEN’S BASKETBALL

Aztecs go Bronco busting, avoid upset bid Antonio Morales sports editor

SDSU 58 | BSU 56 A win is a win is a win and the San Diego State men’s basketball team won’t apologize to anyone after its latest conquest.

It was the win that almost wasn’t.

Boise State’s Thomas Bropleh had a wide-open look at the game-winning 3-pointer and his shot went halfway down before it eventually rimmed out.

The unusual suspects Sophomores LaBradford Franklin and Alec Williams may not be the most recognizable names on the Aztec squad, but they made a recognizable impact in last night’s game.

LaBradford Franklin scored five points, while Williams scored six, but those two players and the rest of the bench helped settle SDSU down in the second half when the team fell behind by 12 points.

“I thought our bench, when we went with Alec Williams, LaBradford Franklin and DeShawn Stephens, we took ourselves from 12 or 14 behind and gave ourselves the opportunity to win the game,” head coach Steve

Sophomores LaBradford Franklin and Alec Williams may not be the most recognizable names on the Aztec squad ...

It was a bit of luck, but SDSU will take it.

“The only thing going through my mind was please miss it,” junior guard Chase Tapley said. “I was just praying that it would roll out and it did. The basketball gods saved us.”

Sophomore guard Jamaal Franklin, once again, led the Aztecs in scoring with 16 points; he also recorded eight rebounds.

With the win SDSU improved its overall record to 19-3 and 5-1 in Mountain West Conference play.

Fisher said after the game. “They deserve immense credit for coming in and playing.”

LaBradford Franklin said the goal was to give the team some energy.

“We just tried to give our team a spark any way we could,” Franklin said. “Our main goal was to get that spark going.”

Dominating the charity stripe The Aztecs aren’t known as one of the strongest free throw shooting teams, but last night they won the game partly because of their work at the line.

The team went 25-for-29 at the free throw line, scoring 86.2 percent.

Everything was smooth from the line except for Tapley’s miss at the end of the game, which gave the Broncos a chance at the win.

“Coach Fish harps on (free throw shooting) every day,” Tapley said.

“We’re getting to become a great free throw shooting team. That’s probably the reason why we won the game.”

News and notes —Another reason SDSU was able to claw its way out of its 12-point deficit was because of its secondhalf defense.

—After allowing 33 points in the first half, the Aztecs only allowed 23 points after the break. Boise State also had 12 turnovers in the second half.

—SDSU has now gone 77 consecutive games without suffering back-toback losses. That streak is the fifth longest in the nation.

—This was the second all-time meeting between the two schools.

The Aztecs claimed the victory in both games.

—SDSU, with its 19-3 record, is off to its second-best start in school history.

—Junior guard James Rahon had a quiet night. He took only five shots, connecting on one of them for three points.

—It was the fourth time SDSU overcame a double-digit deficit and won this season.

—The team’s next game will be against TCU at 7 p.m. on Saturday at Viejas Arena.

PETER KLUCH, SENIOR STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

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WO M E N ’S B AS K E T B A L L

Going streaking; SDSU wins 13th straight Ruben Meza staff writer

SDSU 69 | BSU 59 The San Diego State women’s basketball team proved any doubters wrong last night.

With just one player returning from last season’s starting lineup, “inexperience” has constantly been labeled as the team’s sole thorn on its side all season.

Last night was the perfect opportunity to change that generalization, considering the Aztecs played in an arena they had never visited in school history.

The Aztecs (17-4, Mountain West 7-0) defeated Boise State 69-59 in Taco Bell Arena to extend their winning streak to 13 games.

Completing its first go around conference play, SDSU couldn’t have ended on a better note against the Broncos (11-11, MW 2-5), holding the league’s best offense (69.6 points per game) to such a low scoring total.

SDSU wasn’t intimidated, however, with offensive weapons of its own. Junior guard Courtney Clements led the Aztecs with 20 points and seven rebounds.

Junior center Malia Nahinu got the offense started, scoring eight of the Aztecs’ first 14 points.

SDSU continued to carry the load, pushing its lead to 21-14 with 8:33 remaining in the half.

Later in the half, the Aztecs went on a 7-0 run beginning with junior guard Chelsea Hopkins’ two free throws and layup, along with three free throws added by Clements. The momentum quickly shifted, however, as the Broncos went coast-tocoast in only six seconds for a halftime buzzer-beater.

The breakdown of SDSU’s defense ended the half with a close 31-26 lead, but head coach Beth Burns had

“We’re not going to take anybody lightly; we know that we’re the hunted. The second time will be more challenging.”

Chelsea Hopkins, SDSU junior guard

PETER KLUCH, SENIOR STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

some words of encouragement for the team in the locker room.

“I told them, ‘Look, we’re in first place, and we’ll still be in first no matter what happens tonight. But if we want to get in the (NCAA) tournament, we got to get by everybody (in the MW),’” Burns said.

The Aztecs responded with less mental lapses, holding the lead the entire second half, sometimes with as many as 14 points.

Boise State attempted to show signs of life, but couldn’t hang on.

After a 3-pointer by the Broncos to make the score 51-42 with 10:33 left, Clements made a three, earned a steal and scored a mid-range jumper all in the span of 15 seconds.

“They’d have to guard us for 30 seconds; we’d take a shot, get a rebound and they’d have to guard us for 30 more. It limited their offensive abilities,” Hopkins said.

“That was the key: We knew they were a transition team but they didn’t get many chances to run on us.”

Hopkins finished with 13 points and led the team with seven assists.

The Aztecs will begin the second half of conference play as they take on TCU at noon this Saturday in Fort Worth, Texas.

The only question now is, can SDSU repeat its first-half success and run the table?

“We’re not going to take anybody lightly; we know that we’re the hunted,” Hopkins said. “The second time will be more challenging, but I know that we’re ready.”

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Bite-sized coffee shop enlivens local corner “I think people are really hungry for this type of place.

It’s not about the coffee, per se. It’s about the streetscape.”

John Bertsch, owner of Meshuggah Shack

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Brittany Fasano staff writer An eclectic little lime-green coffeehouse decorated with distinctive artwork and nostalgic figurines brings life to a once-dead street corner in Mission Hills. Replacing a dull office building with a drive-up ATM, Meshuggah

Shack has won an Orchid, an award from the San Diego Architectural Foundation, for its remarkable “Community Intervention.”

The owner of Meshuggah Shack, John Bertsch, did most of the labor himself by using found materials to revamp the kiosk, the corner and, in a purposeful way, the surrounding neighborhood.

Meshuggah, an expression Bertsch heard growing up, is Yiddish for “crazy” and describes the shop’s central theme with flair.

“I like spaces that are created by buildings and make an impact on public space,” he said.

With a history in real estate development, Bertsch has an obvious interest in urban design and the shaping of public places. By drawing

from this experience, he is an open book when it comes to the business functions of Meshuggah Shack.

“Throw caution to the wind,” Bertsch said. “I had never operated an espresso machine before. I didn’t know what was going to happen (when opening Meshuggah Shack). It was expressive of me and out of it will grow bigger and better things. I want (it) to be the seed of something larger, a conceived source of origination.”

Meshuggah Shack has established a friendly, carefree environment that encourages creativity. The outside walls of the building are ornamented with eye-catching artwork while the inside continues to foster the same creative energy.

“I’d love to have more (art)work,” Bertsch said.

He wants the coffee shop to be a canvas, an inspiration to others.

Meshuggah Shack’s drink menu consists of an espresso bar, coffee, tea and assorted sodas. Some drinks are named after different people who have worked at Meshuggah Shack or

have been regular customers.

Innovation is welcomed and encouraged: As Meshuggah Shack skillfully combines flawless urban design with commercial space, this coffeehouse is truly a work of art within itself.

The sweetest compliment Bertsch ever received was when he was told this Mission Hills “shack” resembled a Mexican beach shack with its relaxing and informal nature.

“If I can evoke that feeling, then that’s a powerful thing,” Bertsch said.

Among the chairs and seating arrangements surrounding the coffeehouse, there is a deck with a porch glider cast under the beautiful trees that envelop the loveseat. Here, Meshuggah Shack’s connection to the city can be realized.

“It’s one of the most magical places in the world,” Bertsch said. “I think people are really hungry for this type of place. It’s not about the coffee, per se. It’s about the streetscape. It’s a social, public forum where neighbors can interact with each other.”

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o, it’s awards season again (isn’t it always?) and I feel like my head is caving in. As a self-proclaimed pop culture addict, I pride myself on keeping up with everything from good movies to bad television to mediocre pop songs. I watch every episode of “Kim, Kourtney and Khloe Text a Lot in Between Whining About Being Famous For Having a Clothing Store in Calabasas,” not because I enjoy watching the train wreck that is Kim Kar-trash-ian, but to make sure I’m a well-rounded and up-to-date enthusiast of the TV and movie persuasion. Some might even call me a sort of idiot savant (and by some, I mean me. And by idiot, I mean idiot). It’s no lie when I say I watch every show on TV (except “The Vampire Diaries,” because I refuse to be sucked into the obsession those stupid “Twilight” movies have created. I’ll hand it to Ian Somerhalder for being super hot, but he’ll always be Boone to me.

Shout out to my Losties).

Despite the fact that The Academy considers movies throughout the entire year, it never fails that most (if not all) nominees are released within the last few months of the year, rendering it nearly impossible for any rightminded individual to see everything nominated before they disappear from movie theaters. Every year I promise myself to at least watch the nominees for Best Picture (because who honestly cares about the Sound Editing category?), but I always fail.

Usually the Oscars are hosted by a seasoned comedian who knows how to push the envelope (no pun intended … or pun fully intended, you choose) and make just enough fun of George Clooney so they can pan camera four to him grinning and taking it like a champ, but not so much of Dame Judi Dench. This keeps everyone giggling mildly, but not too heavily or offending anyone because, unlike the Golden Globes, there isn’t any free alcohol.

I think The Academy learned its lesson when the spiraling-out-ofcontrol performances of Anne Hathaway and James Franco gave hosting a shot in 2010. I’m not entirely sure why they chose to give that a try, seeing as the entire ceremony resembled an accident I saw Interstate-8 on my way home from Effin’s last night. It was so terribly, horribly awful that I couldn’t pull my eyes away (especially when Franco came out dressed like a lady … oye).

Maybe this year it should stick with what it knows. Because Eddie Murphy dropped out of the job this year, Billy Crystal will be hosting for the 9th time since 1990. It seems

Hayley Rafner staff columnist this is the only substantial job he can hold onto these days. I don’t remember him being in anything since playing Miracle Max in “The Princess Bride.” But really, how could you ever bounce back and outdo that role? You can’t. So, it’s entirely possible this year won’t be as painful as the past, but I digress.

I enjoy the Academy Awards. I really do. People seem to take it very seriously. This is when the big gowns come out and A-through-C listers make sure they leave their moms at home (moms get the Golden Globes. Models, boyfriends and the occasional non-famous spouse get the Oscars). I love watching celebs trip over their tootall shoes, forget their speeches and thank every person they’ve ever met in their lives, then get played off the

given out by The Academy, which could very well be The Illuminati for all we know (shout out to Jay-Z and Rihanna), and it’s all fun and fine until they show that super sad “in remembrance” montage that always makes me cry when set to songs like Sarah McLachlan’s “I Will Remember You,” which just makes me think of all those sad dogs.

Think of it this way: The Golden Globes are like Hollywood’s homecoming dance while The Academy Awards are prom. Both are fun and exciting events, but you could totally get away with skipping out on the GG early. Miss the Oscars and you’re shunned from Hollywood forever. You can’t sit with the cool kids ever again.

So, even though the Kardashians are never nominated (at either award show, if you can believe it), I still do what I can to cover my ass to make sure I’m a know-it-all when the awards are announced. And it almost never fails that awards sea-

... The Golden Globes are like Hollywood’s homecoming dance while the Academy Awards are prom. Both are fun and exciting events, but you could totally get away with skipping out on the GG ... stage by the “you’re-taking-toomuch-damn-time-and-the-show-isgoing-to-run-half-an-hour-pasttime-like-it-does-every-year” music they have queued up and ready every time an award is handed out.

It’s a very prestigious event though. Sure you could have won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress, but you’re nothing until you’ve won the Oscar for it. In case you didn’t know (or in case you’re not as embarrassingly obsessed with everything that is celebrities and sparkly designer gowns as me), the Hollywood Foreign Press Association decides upon the Golden Globes and covers everything from TV to movies, thus bringing in a much larger (and more hilariously drunk) crowd of celebs ranging from the likes of Angelina Jolie to those nerds from “The Big Bang Theory.” But not only do the Golden Globes draw a larger crowd, they also seem much more lax and diverse. After all, the event is at a hotel that serves dinner, fills everyone up with free drinks and lets Ricky Gervais act like a total a–hole to any and everyone he lays eyes on. The Academy Awards, on the other hand, are much fancier. Awards are

son sneaks up on me and not only are there ten Best Picture nominees, but everything I have seen gets snubbed to the point I have no desire to see the other eight nominations. The best performances, in my opinion, are almost always overlooked and Best Picture always goes to some movie that everyone loved and I could not have cared less about (i.e. “Slumdog Millionaire,” “No Country for Old Men” and “The Departed”). I’ll go ahead and make the call that “The Artist” will sweep this year’s awards (including the coveted Best Picture category). And even then I’ll still have absolutely no desire to see it.

But for now, count me in for Feb. 26. I’ll be sitting at home with my new TV and printout, guess-it-yourself ballot while yelling at actresses for their horrible dress choices and rolling my eyes so many times they may retreat to the back of my skull.

Some people may call me crazy, some people may tell me to pick up a book and read something. But I say nay, this is my Super Bowl.

— Hayley Rafner is a media studies junior.

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Budget and schedule manage that. Dream big and follow through with a solid plan.

To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

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Get together to devise a family plan. Keep communication channels open.

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20) - Today is an 8 - You have no problem getting your message across, and the response is encouraging. Consult a loved one for advice and support, and choose your path.

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GEMINI (May 21 - June 21) - Today is an 8 Stay in touch with your networks, and let them know what you're up to. Check your work privately, and release it when it's ready. Cash flow improves.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22) - Today is a 6 Write down your unedited thoughts. The bad ideas need to get out so the brilliant ones pop up. Service is the key to your success. Synchronize schedules.

LEO (July 23 - Aug. 22) - Today is a 6 - Extra work puts brass in pockets. Send support to someone who's leading the way. Others look to you for entertainment. Don't worry, you'll figure it out.

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It's easier to work on projects that require concentration now. Your thoughts may wander and that's fine. You feel more balanced and assured.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) - Today is a 7 Expect change in the workplace. It's for the better. Stick to practicalities, and meditate for balance. Friends help you understand.

Ask, "What can I provide?"

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21) - Today is a 7 It's easier to deal with financial planning and to negotiate contracts now ... and a good time to ask for money. The worse you can get is a "no."

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21) - Today is an 8 - You get a deserved acknowledgement ... accept it gracefully, and don't forget to send kind words the other way. The money's improving, too.

Begin writing or recording.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19) - Today is a 9 - You're exceptionally powerful in your communications now. How will you use the power of your word? A blog, book project, podcast or video could be interesting.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18) - Today is an 8 - You're exceptionally creative, charming and good looking now. Take advantage and make it happen. Be true to yourself, and the money will follow.

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