Bunnies Beware! Catch up with a family that spends its time "Hawking." Fly over to Page 6. Fall intramurals wrap up. See Page 10. WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY Thursday, November 20, 1997/Vol. 71 No. 7 itr : http://www.cwu.edu/~observer Congress proposes new alcohol limit by Brandy Langfitt Asst. Photo editor Last year 42,000 people were killed on our nation's road ways about 41 percentof the deaths were alcohol relat­ ed. A bill recently introduced to Congress will institute a national legal blood-alcohol concen­ tration limit. This bill would require Washington to lower the legal blood-alcohol concen­ tration (BAC) level from .10 to .08. For the average man and woman, the difference is one less alcoholic drink per hour. Proponents of the bill argue that drivers with a BAC level of less than .10 are still dangerous. These drivers are responsible for more than 3,700 deaths in the last year. Supporters also point out the bill isn't intended to prohibit people from drinking, just to stop drunks from getting behind the wheel. "I have seen people who are significantly affected at .08," Steve Rittereiser, chief of campus polibe said. in the big city Brett Allen Asst. News editor Orange lights streaking across the dark horizon baf­ fled thousands of Washington residents and a couple of Central students at 9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 14. Initially, the lights were explained as the Leonid mete­ or showers. However, some witnesses credited the lights to other things. "I thought it was a 747 doing an emergency landing," senior Dave Mash said. Mash and some friends drove out to the country look­ ing for the crash site. "I totally thought it was a UFO," senior Carrie Braughn said. "There were four or five lights evenly spaced, and they were moving slowly across the hori­ zon." The actual cause of the "light show" was the scattered debris of a Russian SL-12 rocket, which was used to launch a satellite into orbit several days earlier. According to the North American Air Defense Command.(NORAD), the pieces of the rocket burned up upon entering the atmosphere. NORAD officials said that whatever debris didn't burn in the atmosphere, landed in the Pacific Ocean off the Washington coast. Student faces drug trial Police found drug paraphernalia in a residence Sunday, Oct. 12, while responding to an alleged sexual assault at the Campus Village apartments. Jim Denison, deputy prosecuting attorney, said Steve Gray, the occupant, was charged with possession of mar- iujuana under 40 grams and possession of drug parapher­ nalia but was not taken into custody. In an arraignment Monday, Oct. 27, Gray pleaded not guilty to the charges. He will face trial Dec. 2. Gray, a Central student, refused to comment on the charges, but said there was never a party. The Oct. 12, investigation resulted in sexual assault and drug charges against David Whitley. In 199,6 Campus Police cited 19 people with Driving Under the Influence tickets. This - is an increase from the eight tickets written in 1995. Opponents of the bill claim federally enforcing the lowered limit infringes upon individual states rights. Others feel this new law will punish responsible social drinkers. States which don't comply with the bill by the year 2000 will risk losing a portion of their federal highway money. President Clinton has announced that he will sign the bill into legislation when it gets to him. Seventeen states have already passed legislation low­ ering their BAC limit to .08. Other states have attempted to pass similar laws, but have failed. As an alternative to alcohol, most establishments offer free soda to designated drivers. Notices posted by the bar announce support of designated driver programs. Photo Illustration by Brandy Langfitt *Approxi mately 500,000 people are injured in alcohol related accidents every year. *At a BAC of .10, the risk of a fatal crash is 32 times greater than that of a driver who has not been drinking. Financial Aid offers more assistance for students by Peggy Choyce Staff reporter Picture Central's campus with about 4,700 fewer students walking around. Though hard to conceive, if there was no financial aid, this picture could turn into reality. Agnes Canedo, director of the Office of Financial Aid, (OFA), said about 67 percent of all students at Central are receiving some sort of financial aid. Financial aid is awarded as grants, loans, work study, and/or. scholarships. The amount of aid distributed at Central last year was just under $42 million, Canedo said. More than $6 million in federal, state, and university grant money was awarded in 1996-97. Any student who is eligible will receive a federal grant which is based on government regulations. Most aid comes in the form of loans, Canedo said. Unlike grants, loans are geared to provide access to money for all students. The amount of money awarded through federal loans at Central has increased from just under $8 million to over $28 million in the past four years. "Any student who needs some finan­ cial assistance should apply because these loans are a good deal," Canedo said. "They don't look at your credit history if you're a student in good academic stand­ ing," The federal government is the actu­ al lender of the money but the OFA process­ es the loans. If a student accepts work study, they have to work for , t h e . . . money. The OFA identifies jobs here on campus that are eligible for work study funds, but the student has to land the job. The student works, and government sup­ plements the salary. Student Lorna Richardson said she enjoys working in the financial aid office as part of her work study in addition to the grant money she receives. Richardson spent two years at a commu­ nity college before coming to Central because she said that was all she could Any student who needs some financial assistance should apply, j j - Agnes Canedo has seen have given her special one on one attention. "They are very good at showing they really care about you," said Richardson. Canedo said the OFA typically awards financial aid in one form or another to about 7,000 students per year. Typically, only about 5,000 choose to receive the aid. There's no deadline as to when stu­ dents can apply and receive financial aid, Canedo said. Students can apply for aid afford. "Without financial aid, I wouldn't for this year up through June 15 by visit- be here at Central today," Richardson ing the OFA office in Barge 115. said. The OFA has three counselors on staff who assist students with their applications and explain the rules involved with finan­ cial aid awards. Student Lacy Wisner said she has found the counselors to be very helpfuK "They don't tell you how to fill out the application," Wisner said, "but they can advise." Richardson said the counselors she New Rules The rules of financial aid eligi­ bility have changed. Students are no longer required to complete 12 credits per quarter to receive aid. Instead, eligibility will be awarded to students who have completed 36 credits by the end. of spring quarter.
2 Nov. 20, 1997— News — Observer bv Erich lisch tain fnt*i cnrh as mamm wmm® lalMedica^Clinic Dr. Lisa Cochrane Excellence in Small Animal Care 506 South Main EUensbuig, WA98926 509-925-4AMC (42262) DRING IN A FRIEND AND WE LL GIVE 2 HAIRCUTS FOR TH E PRICE OF I . 962-2600 SALON FENIX 962-2600 AVEDA Ntlr Car* | Sfcta Urt | Katvril CmUmr* ] Hut hirMvM91 jr Cava Minors on moped and a dozen eggs Tuesday, Nov. 11,2:30 a.m. Officers were called to Quigley Hall because a resident heard glass breaking. Evidently, an 18-year-old man tripped and fell through one of the doors at Quigley. The estimated damage was $250. Wednesday, Nov. 12,8:01 p.m. « Officers had infor­ mation con­ cerning a moped that was stolen earlier in the week. Police were patroling the Brooklane Village Apartments when they spotted two subjects riding a moped. Police proceeded to perform a traffic stop, but the two subjects, a 16 and a 17-year-old boy dumped the bike and started running. Police were able to catch the 16-year-old but the driver kept running. During the contact the man was found to be intoxicated and was arrested for the stolen moped and minor in posses­ sion. Around 11:30 p.m. the 16-year- old boy was found and police arrest- Campus Cops ed. He was transported to the Yakima Juvenile Detention Center. The 17- year-old man was released later that evening. Saturday, Nov. 15,1:15 a.m. An 18-year-old man reported that approximately 35 compact discs and the case that carried the CDs were stolen out of his room i n Quigley Hall. The man had got up to use t h e restroom and upon his return found his door shut and locked. When he got back in the room he found the CDs stolen. Estimated loss was $420. No suspects have been found. Sunday, Nov. 16, 2:15 a.m. Campus Police received a call from an LGA in Beck Hall because there was an unknown number of suspects who threw a dozen eggs on the north side of the hall outside. Police have no leads at this time. by Todd Murray Staff reporter wm. Thursday 10 am-8 pm | Friday 10 am-5 pm WARE FAIR , & Food Festival December 5,4, S 5 in the SUB Sponsored by (ampus life Program & Services 315 *1N. mama £503) 933-1833 S THIS IS A COUPON - CUT IT OUT AND USE IT TO SAVE BIB m ir.*g11 the IVIinglewooD " Where friends meet" 402 N. Pearl One Pub Bucl Obituary A memorial celebra­ tion honoring Central the­ ater professor Betty Evans will be held at 4 p.m., Nov. 23 in the Tower Theatre. Following the. memorial service there will be an open microphone, no-host reception at Pub Minglewood located on 402 N. Pearl St. Former students, associates and friends are invited to attend. At A Glance Ware Fair '97 will take place Wednesday Dec. 3 to 5 in the SUB. Ware Fair will include booths selling hand-crafted gifts and food. There will also be several live performances. Central's English department is now seek­ ing submissions for the 1997-98 edition of its liter­ ary journal, The Manastash. Central students inter­ ested in applying should submit a double-spaced, hard copy of their story, essay, play or poem to the English department office in the Language and Literature building by Jan. 15. Submissions must be less than 2,500 words, and accompanied by a cover sheet. Central's Army ROTC is sponsoring a drive to col­ lect new and used school supplies for disadvantaged children in war-torn Bosnia. Glue, paper, crayons, books, markers, tape or anything people can spare would be appreciat­ ed. Drop boxes are at Shaw-Smyser, Mitchell, the SUB, the library, L&L, Michaelson and Peterson Halls. Auditions for place­ ment in Ballet II and Modern II classes will be held Monday, Nov. 24 in Nicholson Pavilion room 106. Auditions for Ballet II will be held from 7:30 to 8:15 p.m. and Modern II will be held from 8:30 to 9:15 p.m. For more infor­ mation call 963-1993. PLASMA DONORS Need Extra Money For School? Beccma « Pla«ma Donor NEW DONORS EARN UP TO S50 THEIR FIRST WEEK! Regular donors can earn up to $135 • month. ^RING IN AD FOR AN ADDfTiOMAL HEW DONOR BONUS! Wm Alpha Plasma ('c*ntit 502 W. Nob Hill Blvd *4 HOURS: Mon-Thurs 8-6:30. Fri 8-6. Sat. 8-^ Sun closed. (' a 11 4 5 7-7N7 S t r an pt.
Observer — News — Nov. 20, 1997 City to decide on complex property issue by Paul Lohse Staff reporter Ellensburg city attorney Paul Sullivan and Yakima city attorney James Carmody disagree on some of the legal issues concerning the proposed sale of city property to either Dominion Development or Fred Meyer Corp. "One of the things you need to be careful of in making a decision of this magnitude is to make sure everything fits," Carmody said. Carmody, in a LQ The very short time framework precludes any meaningful public input." - James Carmody every assertion Mr. Carmody makes," Sullivan said. "The letter, at best, distorts the facts or law used to support the arguments made and, at worst, is wrong and purposely misleading." Carmody said Ellensburg is legally —————— required to accept public bids, establish the conditions of a sale and determine property to be surplused prior to sales. In addition, Carmody said an environ­ mental review is required and council members are personally letter to the liable if they do not require bids. Ellensburg City Council, raised sev- Sullivan said the City of eral legal and public policy ques- Ellensburg may proceed without tions concerning the sale. concern over the sale's legality. "The very short time framework Larry Sharpe, president of precludes any meaningful public Ellensburg Central, said there is a input," Carmody said. "We should lack of public participation in the strongly urge the Council to allow decision and the city needs to give public participation in a meaningful more thought and consideration to way." its decision to develop the property. Carmody represents Ellensburg Sharpe said the Ellensburg's Central, a coalition of Ellensburg comprehensive plan isn't specific businesses concerned with how the enough and detailed criteria needs proposed sale will affect downtown to be established concerning businesses. growth. Sullivan disagreed with "We feel they need some specif- Carmody in a letter to the city coun- ic criteria on how they want it devel- cil. oped," Sharpe said. "We want it to "I disagree, on a legal basis, with look good and be a real asset." Safeway pitches plaza by Paul Lohse Staff reporter Safeway and Dominion Development pitched their plan to develop a 125,000 square foot •shopping complex Thursday, Oct. 13, at the Hal Holmes Center. The new complex would fea­ ture a larger Safeway, J.C. Penney Co. Inc. and Lamonts in addition to a variety of other retail shops. "What we want to do is give the community a wider range of places to shop," Cherie Myers, Safeway northwest regional direc­ tor of public affairs, said. Dominion Development is competing with Fred Meyer for an empty stretch of Ellensburg city property between Tacoma and First Avenues. , Hallmark Cards, Sears Optical and GNC have also expressed an interest in the project. Safeway and Dominion argue their complex will blend in better with Ellensburg's historical char­ acter. Safeway said the new complex will feature brick-faced buildings K'X'IXi-XX&MBBBBSBSSSA WiBfi mmmm WM?M WlOWMWMIfeA. Heather Ziese/Observer Dominion Development is proposing a plaza at the same location as the Fred Meyer proposal. It will hold a new Safeway, J.C. Penney, Lamonts and other retail. and street lamps similar to those downtown. "I see it as two different con­ cepts," Joel Crosby, Dominion Development representative, said. "One is a box retailer on an asphalt slab. Our's is a multifaceted shop­ ping center designed to be com­ patible with the Ellensburg com­ munity." Myers said Fred Meyer failed to learn about Ellensburg before pitching their idea to the commu­ nity. "If you look at their develop­ ment, it was asphalt, it wasn't part of the community," Myers said. "They (Fred Meyer) hadn't done their homework." Safeway said they should be given the opportunity to build because of the company's long­ standing involvement with the community. Safeway said they expect to add 40-60 new jobs if a new store is built and other retailers would add 150 new jobs. Many people at the informal community get-together supported Safeway and Dominion's plans. This didn't include everyone. "I don't like that (develop­ ment) no matter who does it," Ida Maurer, Ellensburg resident, said. "I like my little town." ttr rs$ wmemm* fmms J'mw us fms Fra I# N mmsm AMP fflNmmmm w&m JloiiMr iifr Meems * mrtopirciiic * Strange Cargo rMrraiNC... M0MC 0CC0MNmr ffxeric fMNKU Mw»r CMINOAM, Potrtms, entrcrrMcir fori € M9&BS Youfmm m At * #VJf MmmwmMMM (* 9m Cnu m J
H Nov. 20, 1997— Opinion — Observer OPINION LETTERS TO THE EDITOR All letters must be submitted by 5 p.m. Monday before the week of publication date. Letters must be 300 words or less, type written. All letters must include name and phone number for verifica­ tion. The Observer reserves the right to edit for length, style, gram­ mar, libel and matters of taste. Send letters to: Observer, CWU, Ellensburg, WA 98926-7435, or bring them to the newsroom in Bouillon 222. You can also fax the Observer at 963-1027 or send them by e-mail to Observer@cwu.edu CHAOS by Brian Shuster "Well sure he wobbles around a lot, but my money says that that boy just wont fall down." Observer The campus news source, serving Central since 1927" Editor-in-Chief: Lydia West News Editor: Jo Lynn Draper Sports Editor: Joshua Cooley Online Editor: Terry Vranjes Copy Editors: September Woods, Adviser: Lois Breedlove Scene Editor: Aimee Peterson Photo Editor: Heather Ziese Events Editor: Roxanne Murphy Ad Staff: Brian McCall, Michael Bellamy Roxanne Murphy Production Mgr.: Man Kolkowsky. Business Mgr.: Christine Page Office Assistant: Shantal Chase Staff News Scene Asst. Editors: Brett Allen, David Henderson Reporters: Todd Murray, Shawn Harris, Erich Lish, Paul Lohse, Devin Proctor, Robyn Bruce, Jessie Santos, Peggy Choyce, Darcy Steirifeld Sports Asst. Editor: Steve Braeutigam Reporters: Ryan Leopold, Mike Wells, Dan Hanken, Jason Gaylord, Josh Steinfeld Rob Sullivan, Viki Wenzel Asst. Editor: Cory Rikard Reporters: Allisen Reid, Steve Damm, Buzz Sheffield, Brian Johnson, Heather Miles, Sarah Spiro, Jaclyn Hughes, Jamie Peterson, Peter Buckley, Toby Staab, Gina Emburey, Ryan Johnson Photos Asst. Editor: Brandy Langfitt Photographers: Arlene Jimenez, Kelly Christensen, Jim Lenahan Tony Nelson Online Asst. Editor: Jeremiah Donier Staff: Stephanie Whitman, Marc Tardif, Clayton Todd, Jeff Cleveland The Observer is a laboratory newspaper produced by the students in conjunction with the school's communication department. The opin­ ions here do not necessarily reflect those of the university. Unsigned editorials and cartoons represent the opinions of a majority of The Observer .editorial board. Opinions,expressed in letters to the editor are those of the author. ' . ' v . .. Athletic fee doesn't benefit everyone To the Editor, This is a rebuttal to the ASCWU Executive Vice Presidents defense of the athletic tax. In Mr. Waddel's own words, "It is time to get the facts straight..." Although the tax was voted for overwhelmingly, the election was marked by hints of foul play. Not more than two weeks before the election I recall an initiative that would have •raised the tax to $20, but just days before ballots were to be cast it jumped to $35. In addi­ tion, the election was not promot­ ed to the back bone of this insti­ tution, the academic majors. Your propaganda was distributed throughout the SUB but I never saw it in Lind Hall. Serious stu­ dents don't spend their time in the SUB, jocks and their subse­ quent "jock supporters" do. We, on the other hand, study in our respective halls. This leads me to believe that the tax was support­ ed by students affiliated with the athletic department. It would be nice, Mr. Waddel, to find out that statistic. I came to this university to create a future for myself and my family, not to support a welfare system that aids under privileged athletic majors. It may only be thirty five dollars to you but to me it means a lab fee, or maybe a computer fee or better yet health insurance. All of these services mentioned relate to my educa­ tion. And because of these fees, the cost of my education has risen so high that I am how forced to live in the back of a van. Tell me, what can your ath­ letic department do for me? According to you the bright side is that I now get to attend free games. Oh, that's right maybe you forgot about the thir­ ty five dollars that is coming out of my pocket every quarter to attend these games that I don't even go to! Again, Mr. Waddel, in your words, "if you have any ques­ tions or concerns..." stop by my van and see how a dedicated stu­ dent survives on his own resources. Mark Moffett Society should not go easy on domestic abusers To the Editor: In the Nov. 13 Observer, Phillip LaDouceur vehemently disagreed with the domestic vio­ lence article by Jesse Santos. I do not have a problem with the fact that Mr. LaDouceur dis­ agreed with the article. I do have a problem with why he disagreed-with the article. Personally, I did not care for the IN YOUR FACE style of the article, but the naturalistic tone of the article was designed to make the reader think twice about not reporting instances of domestic violence. There are a few points made by Mr. LaDouceur that I must take exception to. First, he states: "The point should not be to understand the victim." If the victim is not to be understood, how can the victim be helped? I do not have a PhD in psychology, but even I know that if a person is to be helped, that person must first be under­ stood. Would you accept medical treatment without having had a diagnosis? I think not. Next, he states: "The attacker must be fully accepted and understood, not condemned, but put into a position to be convert­ ed." Accepted and understood? There is a huge problem here. It sounds like you want to go easy on people who attack their spous­ es. I think not throwing the book at DV offenders would only per­ petuate the problem. I am all for "converting" the offender if at all possible, but I do not want to make the offender feel accepted and understood. The offenders must be condemned. What if a good friend.of yours was a victim of domestic vio­ lence and the judge said to the attacker: "Hey, that's OK. Let's go out for a beer and talk this thing out." Would you not be upset? He makes a good point when he says: "the victim must be shown how not be become a vic­ tim." Education is always a ben­ efit, but he goes too far by say­ ing: "Quite honestly, some vic­ tims allow themselves to become victims." The days of saying "SHE ASKED FOR IT" are over. The mindset of a victim of DV is far too complex for average people such a Mr. LaDouceur or myself to understand. Perhaps the most important idea of the article which Mr. LaDouceur failed to pick up on is that people who see instances of domestic violence at the neigh­ bors house must be willing to step forward and put an end to it. Mr. LaDouceur, I must ask you to put yourself in the shoes of the victim. How would you like it if you were the victim, and the person who beat you within an inch of your life was accepted and understood by the communi­ ty? Think. Ken Stange Witnesses to domestic violence must get involved To the Editor There was a letter in the Nov. 13 Observer entitled "Domestic vio­ lence article took wrong perspec­ tive." The letter was written by Phillip LaDouceur in response to Jessie Santos' article describing a very personal account of domestic violence. I am wondering what part of Ms. Santos' article Mr. LaDouceur was disagreeing with, because it was neither asking a question nor stating a controversial opinion. I don't think he understood at all the intent of the article. The words Jessie used were meant to shock the reader. The descriptions of violence and suffer­ ing drew everyone in, .gawking and watching-'to see what would happen next—just like her neighbors stood in her lawn and watched as she strug­ gled for her life. All Jessie wanted was for someone to yell "Stop!" One word might have drawn her abuser out of his tunnel of rage long enough for her to escape. Jessie's article was not written so much for sympathy but as a plea to witnesses of domes­ tic violence: Don't just stand there and watch—or worse yet, "mind your own business"—call out to the victim, shout the attacker's name, call the police. You could save a life. For the purpose of staying on track with the issues in the past two articles, I will refer to the abuser or attacker as male and the victim as female.' I' do want to point out that, despite Mr. LaDouceur's ill- informed opinion and wishful think­ ing, the occurrence of men being physically abused by their partners happens much more frequently than "extremely rarely." There are men who allow themselves to be victim­ ized by violent women and who suf­ fer the same psychological humilia­ tion and fear as battered women do. Men also suffer the social stigma of being the "dominant partner" in our society, making it even more difficult for a battered male to speak out. The message I got from Mr. LaDouceur's letter was "Yeah, yeah, women get beat up..,SO WHAT?! See VIOLENCE/Page 5
Observer — Opinion — Nov. 20, 1997 Student discusses myths and realities of domestic violence This letter is in response to the Nov. 13 letter to the editor on domes­ tic violence. Although I agree that Jessie Santos article focuses solely on the victim, I strongly disagree with Mr. LaDouceur naive view of the "vic­ tim" in any domestic violence case. I would like to discuss myths of domes­ tic violence to educate anyone who may be confused on the matter. Instead of using just my own opinion, I will use researched proof. 1) Once a battered woman always a battered woman. The Family Violence Prevention Fund found that the majority of women that successfully managed to escape alive are more than careful to choose a different type of relationship. It also found that 13 percent of these women choose to live life alone rather than run the risk of another abusive relationship. 2) The relationship will get better. The Center for Woman's Studies reports that these relationships are stubbornly resistant to change and even with the best therapeutic help, change is usually slow. It also found that 40 percent of men continue to vio­ lently beat the women in their life. 3) Battered women can always leave. Mr. LaDouceur's comment, "They (the victim) allow themselves to become victims. .is like saying a rape victim allows themselves to be raped. This comment is no more than an oxymoron. The truth is a 1992 DtfmSMc Violence Survey found that 42 percent of abused women could not leave because of economic reasons. These women did not have their own income. The same study found that 49 percent of-women believed that they should keep their marriage together for the sake of their children, and near­ ly half of all women murdered by their spouses are separated, or are in the process of separating at the time. So the next time you see, or hear domestic violence think to yourself, that is someone's sister, someone's daughter, someone! RossFotheringham VIOLENCE: Victims of domestic violence should feel free to speak out From Page 4 What's important—no, supremely important—is to accept the attacker and his views. We cannot condemn his actions or tell him what he did was wrong, because that might cause him to fear explaining his reasoning behind beating his wife in front of his children, and neighbors. If we just let him talk, we can help this poor mis­ understood man change his ways!" I hate to disappoint you, sir, but this has already been thought of. It's called Perpetrator Treatment It used to be called Anger Management. The problem with this program is that the only men required to go through it are those who have been arrested for domestic violence. Most of these men are resistant and angry. They don't have a problem. Those who do admit they need help still have a very low success rate. Domestic violence is all about con­ trol. These men have worked very hard at gaining control over their partners. They didn't start out hitting them. It started with words, insults, belittling and degrading comments, looks and changes in their eyes. It progressed into objects getting thrown across the room, threats, pun- ishments, isolation, ever growing lists of roles and demands that only she had to follow, checking up on her. constantly, showing up at her work early or in the middle of shift, getting her fired, insulting her family and forbidding her to talk to them any­ more, destroying all support systems she has. Now that he has her jumping through hoops and walking on eggshells, she's bound to break a rule, say the wrong thing or try to rebel—and he's got her where he wants her. He owns her. She has sup­ pressed her own ideas, opinions, Live Eritertainmeht • Outdoor Deck Seating Cafe D'arte Coffees 31 I N. Main St. • 925-3012 dreams, desires, feelings and intellect and taken on his to be the "perfect wife" he's insisted she be. If she steps over one line he's told her not to cross, that's one excuse enough to grab her or slap her—and she won't disagree. She may resent him and. even think about leaving him, but she'll apologize and agree not to break his rule again. He'll apologize, maybe even cry, and insist he was only trying to keep her in line and make sure she knew her place in their relationship. She'll allow herself to believe him—and she'll believe him again and again. Who else could put up with her? Who else could love her like her does? Who else would want her? What man would want a woman who already has kids? She believes she has no other options. Besides, he promises he'll kill her if she tries to leave him or take his kids from him. Now what? As I stated earlier, the Perpetrator Treatment program only requires those arrested for domestic violence to attend. Those people will take whatever they want from the pro­ gram and be finished with it. Bad habits are hard to break. Habits are behaviors that are performed over and over again and require a strong desire in order to change. Domestic violence, for both the abuser and the victim, runs in a cycle. First there is a honeymoon phase, when both are trying hard to cooperate and commu­ nicate. Next comes the tension build­ up phase, when the bickering starts, the belittling comments... This is often the most difficult phase for the victim. She knows he's going to hit her soon, and the tension gets to the point where she'll cross that line just to get it over with. Then they go back to the honeymoon phase again. It's this phase that keeps the victim hooked on hope. "This time he'll change. He promised he won't drink anymore." Both of them believe it at the'time. Life is good, they are in love—partners against the world. Anyone who tells her to leave during the honeymoon phase might as well be talking to a brick wall. She's going to support him. It just never lasts. Mr. LaDouceur wrote "The point should not be to understand the vic­ tim." How on earth can you delete the victim from the situation? He then went on to say that "the victim must be shown how not to become a victim." How doesheprp^Qs^show- irig them how to stay out of a vidlent relationship without understanding what put them there in the first place? It seems to me Mr. LaDouceur believes that if we only shut our eyes to these victims, as society has all throughout history, then there won't be a problem. To reply "So what" to ail article written about a personal experience by a woman who is no longer afraid to keep quiet about domestic violence seems another attempt at silencing her and all domestic violence victims. Not everyone feels sympathy for these women. A majority of people, men and women, are disgusted by a woman who stays. "Why doesn't she just leave?" I've heard it a million times. It's not that easy, nothing about domestic violence is easy. That is why it is so misunderstood. Both of these people need help and guid­ ance. The only way they will get the help that need is through intervention and education. If you know of a domestic violence situation, offer the victim guidance if it is safe for you to do so. Contract the police if you feel the woman or her children are in dag­ ger. Educate yourself on domestic violence. All we need is another let­ ter published by someone else as misinformed as Mr. LaDouceur. We have a national epidemic—the lead­ ing cause of injury to women and children is domestic violence. We will be unable to help these people until we as a society—as a nation— change our attitude that domestic violence is a family problem. Get educated! Break the silence. Bridgette Huard Ml POSSIBLY PRECNANT? 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6 Nov. 20, 1997 — Scene — Observer CdAT'g TOV FUG /oO S. QJiFT - IW HOMOS. OF W5£LF C,. FUEL - oesue oe. A CUM 3. W€T6(2- TO'MOBXTEQ- - M£AM CPIG-IRED COW 2." juwKSree. - RUE OMLV C 1. a. Love AWD €pec A(. CAucre - •srepviM^ croK)Gz Hawking: it's not just for the birds ^.*AV.X.X*: XVX:XV:V: WMM ?^X XVX XVXJX X XV by Jaclyn Hughes Staff reporter Leisure activities for many people include playing sports, reading and hiking, among other things. Central junior Micah Mercer and his family participate in a sport that most people haven't even heard of. It's called hawking. Their idea of fun is head­ ing to the Horse Heaven Hills behind their house in Kennewick to watch their Harris hawks, Sniper and Gump, snatch up a meal. Of course, it wouldn't be com­ plete without their Jack Russell terri­ er, Shiloh. "The object of hawking is to go out and hunt with your bird," Taffy Mercer, Micah's mom, said. The activity is simply watching the birds perform the amazing hunting skills Mother Nature so graciously gave them. In fact, human participation is minimal. "The birds and dogs work together," Taffy Mercer said. "We're just the chauffeurs." The Mercers got their start around 20 years ago. Taffy Mercer was horseback riding and came across a falcon that had been shot with a BB gun. Taffy Mercer, a life-Ions animal lover and licensed raptor rehabilita- tor, nursed it back to health and became hooked on birds of prey. "One thing led to another and I've been doing it ever since," Taffy Mercer said. Continuously rehabilitating birds of prey began to strain the family financially, so they decided to stick with the sport of hawking, since the birds are the ones who catch their own meals. The hunt, which is in an open area without nets or any other kind of enclosure, goes like this: after the hawk is released, it perches in a high spot. Meanwhile, Shiloh sniffs out wild rabbits and chases them out from their hiding spots. Once the rabbit goes dashing through the grass, the bird easily spots it and swoops down, grabbing the animal with its talons. Then someone takes the rabbit away from the bird, which is saved for another day's meal. In return, the bird gets a smaller tasty morsel for a job well done. The Mercers said if they allowed the birds to devour the rabbit, the hawks would become full and would no longer want to hunt. By taking the food away, the bird still wants to fill its stomach. Micah Mercer said when the birds are ready to begin hunting, they have to be hungry. "We train them through repeti­ tion," Micah Mercer said. "But we also control their weight to make them more responsive." mm :-XVX% •y&Ssyy.&yy Y/IW IV'V .4!V!-X-X"XV w-mmmm YSSSSS.-.Y. Photos by Kelly Christensen/Observer Junior Micah Mercer holds "Sniper," a 5-year-old Harris hawk. The Mercers stressed that the The license plate holder on the hawks are treated humanely and with family van said it all: "I'd rather be the utmost respect. hawking." Students climb the walls by Peter Buckley Staff reporter The fitness club known simply as The Gym will soon have a grand atmosphere. The Gym, located on 208 W. 5th , is undergoing a $100,000 renovation. The major addition to the The Gym is a 12-foot rock-climbing wall. "Kittitas County has a big rock-climbing community," co-owner Mario Andaya said. At just 12 feet, the wall may not look like much of a challenge, but Andaya said the challenge is up to the user. "People can make it challenging by climbing sideways and using the inverted angles it provides," Andaya said. "It allows people to climb even in bad weather." Also new to The Gym are tanning beds, 20 new weight machines and new locker rooms. New lighting and a much needed heating a:d air conditioning system will be installed as well. Co-owner Israel Valencia said the renovation is all in the best interest of the customers. "We really want to provide good service to our customers," Valencia said. With the new changes, some might wonder if membership fees will increase. Andaya said customers have nothing to worry about. "We're really doing this (renovation) to upgrade the facility," Andaya said."Membership fees won't go up anytime soon. Any increase that may come will be reasonable." Valencia said being under construction while still in business hasn't been-a problem. "Even though we're still renovating, we're still getting more members." Valencia said. Sophomore Tim Fields said he likes the changes. "There's a lot more variety, and you don't have to wait around to :iv ine equipment." Fields said. mmWM WW IMmffifflL X-XVX-XVX-: I .V.V.V.V.-.VJJ^ZYXP.VXV.V.'.V. wmmmmm XVVX-X-X-X-X X-XVX-X-X-: R-X-X\I i»l t mmmm. mmmm mmmmm, mmmm mmm mm mmm: Kelly Christensen/Observer The Gym co-owner Israel Valencia tests the new climbing wall. Junior Bryan Loeffler, community health major, said he enjoys the new atmosphere of The Gym. "It's more comfortable than the clubs you see on the west side, and it offers a lot of the same services as well now," Loeffler said. Popular pizza place re-opens by Sarah Spiro Staff reporter Many Washingtonians consider the town of Roslyn a national landmark because of its associa­ tion with the television show, "Northern Exposure." Several small businesses in Roslyn gained exposure through the show, one being Village Pizza, owned by Darrel Harris and her mother, Nan Balmer. After a devastating fire, Sept. 2, 1996, Village Pizza re-opened on Oct. 29,1997. "My dad died in the fire and when we shut down there were articles in newspapers all the way to the east coast," Harris said. "But we always knew we were going to re-build." Hams said there are slight differences in the appearance of the restaurant, but it looks very sim­ ilar to th* original building. Village Pizza is open every day from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 4:30 p.m. 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. We always got a lot of college people in here, so we'd love to have them back," Harris said. We ve already gotten a very positive community response. We've been getting cards from people all over. We're packed every night, it's really See P\ZZA/Page 8
Groups improve off-road trails Observer — Scene — Nov. 20, 1997 [Q by Toby Staab Staff reporter A volunteer group is working hard to improve the quality of out­ door recreation in Kittitas County. Over the past few years a cooper­ ative group of community members and land owners have established an organization designed to preserve the diverse interests of people recreating in the Manastash drainage. This group, known as the Yakima Resource Management Cooperative (YRMC), is monitoring recreational activities such as motor biking, camping, hunting, logging, mudding and all Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) use that has damaged this popular region. Under a state grant, the, Interagency Committee for Outdoor. Recreation (IAC), is working with YRMC to stop the destruction of this wildlife area. Over the past year officials have caught many people, including Central students, illegally off-road- ing. As a result of these and similar activities, several meadows, streams and camping areas have undergone a million dollar facelift to restore them to their natural state. "We've worked extremely hard to restore Buck Meadows over the last two years," Debbie Kelly, Forest Service public affairs officer, said. To protect streams and meadows, a green dot/diamond system has been established to designate roads and areas open to ORV use. A special ORV map, the Kittitas County Off-Road Vehicle Recreation Guide, shows open and closed roads. It can be picked -up at the local Chamber of Commerce behind Safeway. The map is $2 and shows exactly where designated ORV roads/trails are located and who owns the adja­ cent land. So far, the best thing for the envi­ ronment is to totally close down all access to motorized vehicles, but l-i&jx&fri-x-w-x-x'xiSS ' •/' ^ , ,, 'i »**•/•. •» ' v \" ~ w ' ' y _ , mm • /x-.v/.Y- • K-.' 'yX .••••• ' .V.V.VJr* v vvXv'. * , '' ^ * mmm. *. •? . .va'Mv/X'. X " . .\*Xv VXv .• £xv:v:: - '• ... . x.-: , s,, ^ mmm vftxXvXv Kelly Christensen/Observer Forest service rangers, Tom Smart and Debbie Kelly, work closely with various off-road- ing clubs to develop the Manastash trail system. because of diverse usage, the YRMC does not want to completely limit access. "We are out there to service the needs of the community and the envi­ ronment," Tom Smart, ORV ranger said. Many ORV clubs have united to preserve their sport under the associ­ ations of the National Motorcycle Association, arid Pacific Northwest Four Wheel Drive Association. These groups work closely with the YRMC and the Forest Service to develop strategies that teach people responsible use practices and show the destruction renegade users cause when they tear up the land. The goal of these groups is to upgrade ORV use opportunities, lessen the impact of man on the envi­ ronment and provide an opportunity for the community to have fun and enjoy the environment. The practice of 'mudding' is ille­ gal because it tears up the land, spreads weed seeds, disturbs stream beds and causes sediment to build up in water systems. Penalties for such activity range from $100 to $5,000 and possible jail time. "People really need to stop and read the posted signs so that they can be sure they aren't breaking the law," Smart said. Volunteers, as well as rangers, patrol both the Manastash and Table Mountain regions hoping to stop ORV abusers before they destroy years of restoration work. "If people can feel ownership in the land, then they are more likely to help enforce and educate others on the benefits of preserving and pro­ tecting both the land and activities," Smart said. Tips for trail users •Stay off soft or wet roads that can be torn up. •Avoid steep hillsides or stream banks that get broken up by vehicle use. •Avoid running over low lying shrubbery. •Don't forge new trails. •Follow regulations and gate closures. •Pack out all garbage. a penny war to wrn cookies and other Sparks LQA. said. 'The losers of i have to wme and loqkics 5hq t&cLu b&dUnic i &4vtl XttUi *i4& 4 pvUny lvl each floor. The object fe to put % « Xv^^ * y|iwX X XvX,*y^, know we will win," * mmm UNDER CHIROPRACTIC CENTER DR. MYRON IMOER DR. SANDY UNDER 1011 N. Alder 962-2570 Located close to campus 2 DflSl 2 *9 W J:*:*. V % Jw/' fi •( S W •yyy Ml I /J / m Wv -m K-i-yy PrzzA Sua 99? amyt/m£ 3t? M Mm *9S2-414l "Hovemfiert 22ml SUU 5t& $'.00 fen — 2'.OO a#K rtcfmiM&M — $5.00 Se tSene pyt t£e $edt in "7ec6#to- & *&tutce "Wtu&ic / F /8 omcC ouex fiieaAe. ft foutufe, cAe 21+ cwttd id avcUta&te. VicAeCd $5, eUKttltUUe xt tAe Htc&c? n at t&e
Nov. 20, 1997— Scene — Observer $$$*: iiiiii^ THURSDAY, NOV. 20 Noon, Shaw Smyser 111 Marketing Club adviser Tom Kokta's slide show of Mount. McKinley and Mount. Everest climb 2 p.m., SUB Yakama Room Student Success Seminars presents "Memory Improvement" 5:30 p.m., Counseling Center Lounge Depression Support and Educational Group meeting 6 p.m. SUB 206 PRSSA meeting — 8 p:m., Hertz 124 Saxophones inConcert directed by Joseph Brooks 8:30 p.mM CMA Church SALT Co. featuring Andy Bliss in concert 9 p.m. to close Karaoke at The Mint Bar and Grill FRIDAY, NOV. 21 11: 15 a.m., Holmes Dining Hall Soup, Salads and Soaps Noon, SUB 107 AA meeting 4 p.m., Dean 102 Science Seminar: "The Peruvian Amazon: Site for a CWU Field Station?" by John Alwin department of geology and land studies 7 p.m., Nicholson Pavilion Wrestling vs. Simon Fraser University 7:30 p.m., SUB Club Central Benefit concert for the Ellensburg Pregnancy Care Center featuring "sOnkist," and "Through the Wall" 8 p.m., Hertz Recital Hall Guitar Ensemble conduct­ ed by James Durkee 8 p.m., Tower Theatre "The Crucible" 10:30 p.m. to midnight Kittitas Valley Memorial Pool SALT Co. Swimming party SATURDAY, NOV. 22 All day event, Nicholson Pavilion Freestyle wrestling 1 p.m., Swimming at Whitman 8 p.m., Tower Theatre "The Crucible 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., Elks Club KCAT Rave SUNDAY, NOV. 23 1 p.m., Women's JV bas­ ketball at Walla Walla CC 7 p.m., SUB Club Central Catholic Campus Ministry 8 p.m., Hertz Recital Hall Brass Choir conducted by Jeffrey Snedeker MONDAY, NOV. 24 Noon, SUB 107 AA meeting TUESDAY, NOV. 25 2 p.m., SUB Yakama Room Student Success Seminars presents "What's available at CWU" 7 p.m., McConnell Auditorium classic Film Series pre­ sents "MonOncfe'' 3:30 p.m., Counseling Center Lounge Eating Disorder Support Group meeting _ 4:30 p.m., Counseling Center Lounge ADD and AD/HD Support Group meeting 6 p.m., Women's basketball at Seattle Pacific 6 p.m., SUB Sam's Place Black Student Union meeting 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Oasis Christian Fellowship 9 p.m. to close Karaoke at Arnie's Horseshoe Sports Bar WEDNESDAY, NOV. 26 Noon, SUB 107 AA meeting 3 p.m., SUB 213, Non-Trad Lounge Child Development . * Seminar Series presents "'Can I Have a Cookie?' Healthy Snacks and Treats" 4 p.m., SUB 213, Non-Trad Lounge * Parental Support Group 5 p.m., Nicholson Pavilion Women's basketball vs. Puget Sound 5 p.m., Bouillon 102 National Broadcasting Society meeting 5 p.m., Counseling Center S.T.E.P.S. meeting 6 p.m., Barto Lounge Residence Hall Council meeting 6 p.m., SUB Yakama Room GALA meeting 6:30 p.m., SUB Chief Owhi Room Campus Crusade for Christ Events=ROX=963-1073= murphyr@aurora.cwu.edu Book full of 'wild tales' by Gina Emburey Staff reporter Many people feel their life is, at times, an open book. For others, thai expression can be taken literally. A heart-warming, fun-loving book can best describe Wild Winds and Other Tales of Growing Up in the Outdoor West. This is the first down-to-earth, tell it like it is book I have read in a long time. I might even take it as far as to say ever. The book is made up of 36 short stories about a man's life, dealing with everything from wildlife to relation­ ships. The author of this book is a professor at Central. He. is currently teaching in the geography department and has also taught in the communications department James L. Huckabay began writing this book about 10 years ago. "Having a new book is like having a baby" Huckabay said "It's a great experience.'* Not only does the book contain stories about Huckabay, it also includes his family, friends and pets mainly Freebe, "the wonder dog." All the sketches in the book were drawn by his children. Huckabay said every story is written to stand on its own. Also the stories are aranged in such a way that together they tell a larger tale. I don't want to give away too much about the book, so you'll have to read it to see what he means by that. Huckabay's inspiration for writing this book came from his experiences in the outdoors and he said at some point he wanted to start writing about these experiences. He has dedicated the book to Brad Johnson who is the Kelly Christensen/Observer Professor |im Huckabay relives life experi­ ences in his new book. man that led him in the direction of writing these stories. The book is not targeted for any specific age group. "I just had stories that wanted to be told I guess," Huckabay said. Wild Winds and Other Tales of Growing Up in the Outdoor West will be published nationally in January, 1998. However, right now the book can be bought at both Jerrol's and the campus book store. Jerrol's will also be hosting a book signing with Huckabay on Dec. 3. This was a great book and, I encourage you all to go out and buy it. Crooner Connick conjures up a cure for craziness by Jaime Alexander Peterson Staff reporter For those of you who are buried in books or stressed out and feeling the need to escape to a dark nightclub and relax with your beverage, I've got a simple solution. Go buy whatever you like to drink and on the way home, stop by the nearest record store and pick up Harry Connick Jr.'s new album, To see you. When you return home, fix your beverage and dim the lights. This soothing 10 song release offers over 75 minutes of that 'nightclub feel.' Every song offers solos by differ- vitttage Mew • Used IIS 5r4 Av« ElUnsbKrg 9254026 Mtn. View Dental Center Quality, concerned care for the entire family John Savage, DMD Emergencies Welcome COSMETIC DENTISTRY INSURANCE WELCOME ROOT CANALS CROWNS & BRIDGES NITROUS OXIDE AVAILABLE Preferred Provider- Wash. Denial Service ORALSURGERY ent instruments and the patented voice of Harry Connick Jr. Not only can you kick back and relax while enjoying the melodies, but this album is the perfect choice for those 'spe­ cial moments' alone with your loved one(s). Although this album doesn't offer a lot of excitement like his Blue Light, Red Light album, he gives a very musical and solo oriented assortment of songs. From the get-go you are introduced to the albums feel with "Let Me Love Tonight" contin­ ues to groove with the title track "to see you." These cuts carry them­ selves, but the entire album is full of depth. It is a refreshing change from the usual crap on the radio. For you jazz fans, like iqyself, it is a great buy. PIZZA: continues tradition From Page 6 ~~ SB BBn SB Hffl 899 H HHB •1 great" Residents of Roslyn, as well as the Ellensburg community, are equally excited to see Village Pizza re-open. "(Village Pizza) is the best," senior Carrie Vaughn said. "It has the same warm, welcoming atmos­ phere as before, and maybe even more so now, since all the time and effort that went into rebuilding a landmark after such a tragedy. It's definitely worth the drive." Village Pizza is located at 105 W. Pennsylvania Ave.
Observer — Sports — Nov. 20, 1997 9 Friday Wrestling - vs. Simon Fraser, 7 p.m. Women's Basketball @ Montana State, 8 p.m. Saturday Wrestling - CWU Wildcat Freestyle Open, all day. Men's basket­ ball @ Seattle U., 7 p.m. Women's bas­ ketball vs. Western Montana, 6 p.m. Swimming @ Whitman College, 1 p.m. -season hopes wilt by Dan Hanken & Ryan Leopold. Staff reporters What seemed like an easy task, defeating 1- 8 Humboldt State, backfired as the Lumberjacks ended the Wildcats season and any chance for a playoff berth with a 40-30 win at Tomlinson Stadium last Saturday. A win in Saturday's Columbia Football showdown would have placed the 'Cats in the race for an at-large bid for the NAIA playoffs. As it turned out, the Wildcats ended the sea­ son 5-4 overall and 3-2 in conference. "It's hard to finish at home how we did," head coach John Zamberlin said. "These kids played hard all year." The Lumberjacks, who came into the game with the worst offense and defense in the con­ ference, exploded for 40 points and over 450 yards of total offense. The Lumberjacks quickly stunned the 'Cats on their first play from scrimmage with a 68- yard touchdown reception. Humboldt never looked back. On their next possession, the Lumberjacks capped off an 11 play, 80 yard drive with a 24- yard touchdown off a fake field goal attempt. The Wildcats found themselves down 14-0 with 5:47 left in the first quarter. On the following possessidn, freshman punter Ian Tyrrell bobbled the snap and was tackled by a swarm of Lumberjacks in Wildcat territory. Humboldt took advantage by scoring a 2- yard touchdown. The Lumbeijacks capitalized on several Wildcat turnovers, penalties and costly mistaikes to go into halftime with a 23-0 lead. "We made too many mistakes on both sides of the ball," Zamberlin said. "Defensively we gave up too many big plays." In die third quarter, with their leading rush­ er, sophomore Dan Murphy, hobbled with an injury, and the team down 23-0, the 'Cats took to the air to try to rally a comeback. The Wildcats came out firing on the strong arm of junior quarterback Casey Jacox who completed a school record 41 passes. "We felt confident about our chances in the OXyX-Xv vXv.S -X & * WW ill J * * * mm vXv TvXv WW. MMw. w.w.v.v t- » x¥' •xvx-x-x-x msm Central players on Brandy Langfitt/Observer josh Woodard makes a catch against Humboldt in Saturday's game. Woodard was named to the 1997 Colombia Football Association All-Star Team. second half," Jacox said. "We felt we were in 'Cat '97 fboth&ll StfttS the game the whole time." Jacox hit senior wide receiver Tony Frank Dan Murphy...So, RB....Rushed for 722 for a 36-yard touchdown to start the rally early yar£k and 12 touchdowns. He also snagged in the third quarter. 15 ratch« for 102 yards and a touchdown n | . * u • i, « ia i • • Tony Frank...Sr, WR....Pulled in 46 catches Following a Lumberjack field goal, junior for /yards and ^ touchdowns. defensive back Leland Sparks intercepted a Defensive Leaders: pass and returned it 32-yards for a Wildcat Rico lnlguez...Sr, LB....Posted 65 tackles, touchdown to cut the deficit to 26-14. s'x for losses. Unfortunately, Humboldt responded with a . Henry...So, DB....Led the team with 70-yard touchdown reception to put the 'Cats SCwes *** °" out of contention. Scott Morgan....Sr, DL....Compiled a team "I feel bad for the seniors," Jacox said, "it's leading seven sacks and finished second in hard to end the season like this." tackles for losses, with 10, junior RB Dan Murphy, sophomore SB Josh Wooodard, senior WRTony Frank, senior, OL Mark Poll, junior DT Scott Morgan, senior LB Rico Mguez, senior DB Leeland Sparks, Central wrestlers take on world's best in Canada by Rob SuUivan Staff reporter In the face of. competition against foreigners from Afghanistan, Nigeria and the Ukraine, Central wrestler's fared pretty well at the Simon Fraser University Clansmen invitational tournament last weekend. "It's a very international flavored tourna­ ment," Central head coach Kevin Pine said. "You didn't hear a word of English in the final matches." Attracting competition from all pyQr, thp, world, as—well as most r-S 'Canadian' a t t * t * t * # You didn't hear a word of English in the final matches. )) — Kevin Pine Olympians, the Clansmen Invitational is one of the. toughest freestyle tournaments for colle- . TO|l?r.'si tp.cppipete .in. • 'wrestled'-tough.'cbnsid&fog**w&1wer&'.y inexperienced in freestyle," Pine said. "The caliber of wrestling is very high." Despite the fact that Central's wrestlers did­ n't score a team point, three Wildcats, Jared Pierson, Jeremy Brummett and Bart Orth, came through the tournament with 3-2 records. Orth lost a tough match after he was up 1-0 with 20 seconds remaining in the final period of his match with Matt Baugh of the University of Saskatchewan. Baugh managed to run off four straight points on Orth in those final seconds to take a , ,4-1 victory,. . . . ^One o^ Oath's losses was to Lee Vierling, of Calgary, who finished third in the 78-kilogram weight class. After losing his first match of the day, Pierson battled back to take three straight matches in the 71-kilo class, before falling to Per Lars Blomgren of Burnaby Mountain. Brummett suffered the same fate as Pierson, winning three straight matches after dropping a close 6-2 match with Dont* Burlengary of Brock, Ontario. Brummett lost to the eventual fifth-place finisher in his last match. In his fourth match of the day, Brummett pinned the University of Regina's Chris Cox. • t
Observer — Sports — Nov. 20, 1997 flni "::S2iP SSWiW: yV* y ®T: ikjUiuiMMit wrap up fall season i*fc ii Photos by Tony Nelson and Brandy Langfitt/Observer ••vy'.w.w.v.v.' £&i& iiiiiii S¥:«j HMMM kUUUAMUMMMM Clockwise from top: football champs, The Gym b-ball play­ ers in action soc­ cer team, Shiftworks, tri­ umphs and the men of the win­ ning v-ball team. Winter 1998 Intramural Sports Program • 5x5 indoor soccer League limited to first four teams to register. League play begins Tuesday, Jan. 13, 1998 Leagues: Co-ed "X," 7:15 p.m., co-ed "Y," 8:10 p.m. • Basketball League limited to the first 8 teams to register. Games begin Monday, Jan. 12,1998. Leagues: . . Alpha Co-ed "A," 6 p.m., men's open "B," 7 p.m., 6' & under "C," 8 p.m., men's open "D," 9 p.m. Beta Women's "E," 6 p.m., 6' & under "F," 7 p.m., Men's open "G," 8 p.m., 6' & under "H," 9 p.m. • Volleyball Leagues limited to the first 6 teams to register. games begin Monday Jan. 12, 1998 Leagues: Women's 4x4, 7:15 p.m., co­ ed "R," 8:15 p.m., co-ed "S," 9:05 p.m. • Racquetball Leagues limited to the first 16 teams to register. League play begins Monday, Jan. 12 1998. Fees: $5 per entry. Leagues: Men's and women's singles and men's and women's doubles. ISP league info: All leagues are $40 per team. Registration: Nov. 17 — Jan. 7 or as leagues fill. Registrations are taken with a completed team roster and appro­ priate fees. Pick up team forms at University Recreation, SUB 111, or at Nicholson Pavilion 108. Hours: 8 a.m. — 5 p.m. For special inquiries call 963- 3512. Wildcat Nightgames: Jan. 9 — NPAV extended hours., Jan. 23 — Indoor Wiffleball., Feb. 6 — Cutthroat Racquetball., Feb. 20 — 5x5 indoor flag football. All Nightgame events are free. Register at the Intramural Office — NPAV 108 — on or before the day of the event. Tournaments Jan. 24 — Stadiumball, Jan. 31 — 5 on 5 indoor soccer, Feb. 7 Schick 3x3 basketball, March 6-8 — indoor tennis tournament. All tournament fees are $10 per event except Stadiumball and 5 on 5 indoor soccer which are $20. Registration begins two weeks prior to each event at SUB 111. Central's fall Intramural Sports Program ended this week with only minor glitches. "All the leagues were run excep­ tionally well," recreation coordinator Bruce Mace said. "Sportsmanship was goodv it -was competitive and students in many ways. fair.' Over 1,000 Central students par­ ticipated in intramural sports this fall. And intramurals employed 100 offi­ cials. Mace said intramurals benefit 'It's a tremendous social outreach for (students)," he said. The Winter program is organized and ready for teams to register. Fall 1997 ISP playoff results Volleyball — 2x2 volleyball: Paul Kelly team beat Brian Harley 2-0. Co-ed volleyball: Joe Mohn beat The Posse 2-0. Co-ed soccer: Shirtworks beat the Flaming Thunder Ferrets 6-4 in a shootout. Flag football — Men's: The Gym beat Wanis Nadir 26-12. Co-ed: Wanis Nadir beat the Knights'34-18. Basketball: Results not available. 5/ ^Confident1. Composing V2 Working an a book, thesis, or term, jtaper? Feeling stumped? ' overcame, writer's block. ' organize. { tjcwr draft ' improve sentences • correct errors Coming soon... 'The "Write, Course, & seminar in college* writing Call 3ZS- 71SS A ft Oasis in Wm? . pEU & ESPRESSO fe:: Pizza Sliees 311 N. Main St. • 925-3012 L Join the Army National Guard and this is what youll be telling your friends. If you have the drive, the Army National Guard needs you. Serve part- time in the Guard and attend school full-time while earning educational benefits like the Montgomery G1 Bill, tuition assistance, and an extra paycheck. You can also gain the kind of self-confidence, leadership skills and experience that will help steer you towards a better tomorrow. Best of all you can serve your country right in your own hometown. Pick up the keys to your future today. Call: 1-8QO-GO-GUARD WASHINGTON ADD WEIGHT TO YOUR VEHICLE THIS WINTER FOR BETTER TRACTION. 'Cats finish Runners dealt with eight inches of snow at the NAIA Cross Country Championships held Saturday, Nov. 15 at the University of Wisconsin- Parkside. Central senior Donovan Russell was Central's top finisher. He placed 135th out of 336 runners in a time of 28-minutes 45 seconds on the men's eight kilometer course. "Time wise, it's tough to know how they would have done in better conditions," Central head coach Kevin Adkisson said. Central's other male representa­ tive to nationals was junior Fred Schmitt. He finished 162nd with a time of 28:59. Central's only woman competitor — sophomore Tara Gautheir — placed 227th in a time of 22:23 on the women's five kilometer course. Attention Student Entrepreneurs 70 LB. [•HH QPI * » Earn as you team business learning programs. 1 Earn sufficient money to support all your school expenses. Start now and graduate with a six figure annual income. Very low investment and monthly maintenance. i Call Delmon at 509-665-6511
Observer — Sports — Nov. 20, 1997 mtm rv:WK$^?fi W:m M& W«*S E^TWHfvmm ¥ WTOH^P5$i ivKw.v.w! wiL _: '* «tw" ««ir." .v.ja»«* Rob Sullivan/Observer The 'Cats lost by 29 points to the Division I Cougars. Swimmers win at home by Viki Wenzel Staff reporter Central swimmers dominated at their home opener last Saturday defeating Lewis & Clark College and Linfield College at Central's aquatic facility. The men remain undefeated with a record of 4-0 and the women improved their record to 3-1. "This is a huge win for us, it was a very important and pivotal meet," head coach Chad Youngquist said. "Saturday's meet was our best performance by our team individually so far." The meet started with wins from both the men and the women in the 200 medley. The mens' first place team included swimmers Marshall McKean — back stroke, Tony Preston — breast stroke, Collin Wardell — butterfly, and captain Justin Berry — freestyle. "We have a really strong team and we are going to surprise a lot of people at nationals," Berry said. The women's 200-meter med­ ley team consists of Katie Tiffany — back stroke, Joni Jacobs — breast stroke, Deborah Frazee— butterfly and Jessica Lombard — freestyle. "Our team looks really good this year, Jacobs said. "We didn't lose that many swimmers from last year and we have a young team." Jacobs, last year's national champion in the 200-meter breast stroke will be returning to nation­ als this year to compete in the 100 breast stroke and the 200 individ­ ual medley. The women grabbed first in every race, on Saturday, except the 200 individual medley. The men finished strong, win­ ning six of their 12 races. "We have a better team than last year," Youngquist said. "Both the men and the women will do better at nationals this year." Last year, the women placed fourth and the men claimed the sixth place position. Youngquist said both teams should jump into the top three this year. The Central swimmers face new competition this year with San Francisco University and University of Alaska-Anchorage added to their schedule. Youngquist said he's not sure what type of competition they will bring, but he looks forward to the new experience. Are you looking for an apartment Winter, Spring or Fall Quarter? Anchor MApartments are now accepting applications for winter & spring quarters. Stop by the Anchor M office and pick up an application, or m have an call925-2725for * i outdoor more information. \p°o1! 190.1 N. Walnut I J Ellensburg 'Cats basketball loses twice by Mike Wells Staff reporter The Central men's basketball season got off to a rocky start. Last weekend, the Wildcats dropped their first two ball games of the season. On Friday, the 'Cats fell 90-61 to Division I Washington State University. "We played hard, but we gave the Cougars too many second- chance opportunities," assistant coach Mike Burns said. The Wildcats found themselves in a hole early, when freshman Justin Bursch picked up two quick fouls 30 seconds into the game. Even with Bursch on the bench, the 'Cats were able to exchange bas­ kets with the Cougars for the first couple of minutes. With the score at 16-14 in favor of the 'Cats, the Cougars went on a 15-2 run to give them a 29-16 lead. The Cougars had a 19-point lead going into the break. The 'Cats were unable to get a big run together in the second to get them back into the ball game. The Cougars had a significant height advantage over the Wildcats, and out-rebounded them 41-30. junior Tyce Nasinec led the 'Cats in scoring with 17 and senior Leon Johnson chipped 13 in the los­ ing effort. On Saturday, the Wildcats were on the road again to take on Division II Seattle Pacific University. Like the night before, the 'Cats fell by 29 points, 86-57. "We played a good first half. In the second half, we went away from our game plan and got behind big," head coach Greg Sparling said. The Wildcats not only lost the game, but also a key player in the process. Sixth man Eric Davis reinjured his ankle that he had surgery on last spring. Davis will be out for the next couple of weeks. "Either Todd Kennedy or Keith Henning is going to have to step up and take over that role for us," Sparling said. After hanging with the Falcons at the end of the first half, the Wildcat offense vanished in the sec­ ond half. The 'Cats shot only 25 percent from the field after the break, including going 0-12 behind the three point arc. "We were a little fatigued going into the game after playing the night before," Sparling said. Senior Grady Fallon led the Wildcat scoring with 18 and Junior Tyce Nasinec added 16. The 'Cats will play at Seattle University this Saturday. 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