Anthropology concentration eliminated

As the college continues to review academic programs, the Board of Trustees decided to phase out the anthropology concentration. Classes, however, will still be offered, even though the concentration will be eliminated.
The trustees’ decision means that tenured professor Dr. Clare Boulanger must exit her post at Mesa State. Remaining classes will be taught by professor Dr. Barry Michrina. Boulanger will leave in May 2011.

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Opinion : Selfishness: Cause of bad behavior Reflecting on societies reflection

Here is a statistic for you math wizes out there. The population in 1960 was somewhere around 180 million and now it is about 304 million. In 1960 there were also 3.4 million violent crimes in America, and this year there has been 11.1 million violent crimes. Now I didn’t want to say there are 7.8 million more violent crimes in the U.S. because you would say, “Well the population has also grown so who cares.”

Sports : Football loses to Kearney in finale

Despite a big second half outburst Saturday against nationally eighth ranked Nebraska-Kearney, the Mesa State football team (5-6, 5-4 Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference) fell to the Lopers 30-21 in the team’s finale. After trailing 17-0 at the half, sophomore quarterback Robert Felberg led the Mavs to fourteen unanswered points to cut the lead down to three. After exchanging touchdowns, the Mavericks’ defense needed a stop on defense to get the ball back with plenty of time left and only down a field goal.

News

Three trustees end term at Mesa State: Three Mesa State College Board of Trustees members have come to the end of their designated terms, and have made way for three new members...more.
ASG battles budget cuts: When Ryan Hendershot heard Gov. Bill Ritter’s plan to cut another $145 million from the higher education budget, he knew that he couldn’t stand idly...more.
Board of Trustees issue president pay raise: Before Tim Foster became Mesa State’s presient, in March 2004, the college had some “serious problems,” according to Mesa State Board of Trustees’ chairman Charlie...more.
Anthropology concentration eliminated: As the college continues to review academic programs, the Board of Trustees decided to phase out the anthropology concentration. Classes, however, will still be offered,...more.
Tragic Tolman accident: In a tragic accident Tuesday morning, a student fell off of her Tolman Hall balcony. While the details of the accident are still being investigated,...more.

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Opinion

Editorial: ASG standing up for the student body: Amanda Friar News Editor Though their impact may not be immediately relevant or noticeable, Associated Student Government is one of the most important organizations on...more.
Relishing in the gifts of life: Even with all the “ifs”: Vanessa Gross Seriously? Two weeks ago, an old friend of mine, whom I have not seen for the last three years, killed himself. Nobody will...more.
Italy: Wine, work, and vegetables: Holly Corbin Guest Columnist Adventures abroad. The continuation of Holly’s column on Oct. 20. I loved our host family. Let me just get that out...more.
Tasteless meal plans: Does Sodexo really hear us?: Patience Kanda Raise Your Voice Food: one of the few things on Earth that can bring people together efficiently and happily. Whether it is a...more.
Anthropology: tough love: Anthropology gets needed tough love - Students’ heart-felt pleas, tears of anger and sorrow and heated conversations with President Tim Foster were the scene during...more.

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Sports

Senior Herl ready for final college season: It’s not every day that you meet a guy like Jase Herl. At first he looks like a stereotypical selfish jock, but his team and...more.
Opinion: Mesa men should have hockey, not lacrosse: Despite the economic downturn and cuts in funding around the state, Mesa State College continues to grow athletically. Starting in the spring of 2011, Mesa...more.
Womens swimming dominates at first year Adams State: Katie Wedel is normally one of the top placing individual swimmers for Mesa State, but on Saturday her role changed a bit with the team...more.
Volleyball loses in RMAC semi-finals, misses regional bid: Led by the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference’s Co-Coach of the Year and four All-Conference standout players, the Mesa State Volleyball team traveled to Kearney, Neb....more.
Cross Country misses nationals by five points: Arms out, arms up, the gun fires, the flag drops, and the 147 runners pooled in the women’s six kilometer race burst off the starting...more.

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Features

Something’s afoot: couple takes shoes to the shoeless: “Do you know Salma Hayek?” Mark Shoberg looked down at the dusty orphan that had just asked that question, staring him straight in the eyes....more.
Mesa State hockey club plays like the pro’s: If you have attended a professional sporting event, you know the dynamics are completely different in comparison to a high school or even a college...more.
Mesa State Culinary student experiences a slice of Alaska: Most college students look at Alaska and see it as a place they will most likely never visit, a far-off land near the top of...more.
Snow stirs excitement for skiers and snowboarders: The first Grand Valley snowfall is a pivotal point in the year – some people love it and others can’t stand it. In a world...more.
Houston Hall Haunted House: It’s that time of year when many students find themselves rummaging through their closets trying to conjure up an extraordinary costume. Making a pair of...more.

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Mesa County commissioner says he'll seek a second term: Mesa County Commissioner Steve Acquafresca will seek a second term, he told Republicans on Friday.
Health-food store offers a twist on turkey: Thanksgiving dinner won’t feature the same old bird at every table in Grand Junction.
Daughter found prenuptial agreement in Helmick home: Weeks after Miriam Helmick abandoned her home in Whitewater in July 2008 and left for Florida, her slain husband’s daughter found a folded-up prenuptial agreement tucked away in a desk at the home.
Penry to decide on Senate bid soon: State Sen. Josh Penry, R-Grand Junction, will decide over the holidays whether to seek re-election to his state Senate seat after backing out of the campaign for the Republican nomination for governor.
Mesa County's unemployment rate falls: Mesa County’s unemployment rate went down two-tenths of a percentage point to 8.4 percent between September and October.
For the Record, Nov. 21, 2009: BIRTHS
Uranium mill may be built in Paradox Valley: The first uranium mill to be built in the United States in at least 25 years is now before Colorado officials, who have a little more than a year to act on it.
Off-highway vehicle riders oppose change: The Colorado State Parks Board was bombarded Friday with 1,574 written comments from people opposed to proposed changes to the state’s off-highway vehicle fee and grant structure, said Deb Frazier, spokeswoman for the parks board.
Police built circumstantial case against suspect in 1997 murder: In attempting to piece together why Sabrina Bebb-Jones vanished from Grand Junction 12 years ago and how her skull subsequently ended up near a scrub oak tree on a western Colorado mountain pass, authorities never determined how she died.
Health department offers seasonal flu vaccine; turnout low: Health officials were surprised Friday when the Mesa County Health Department put out the call for people to make appointments for seasonal flu shots, as opposed to H1N1 flu shots, and only a couple hundred people called.
Local Briefs, Nov. 21, 2009: Safety fair vendors sought for February

Concern for Tibet seems to no longer be U.S. policy: It was only last year that the National Society of Poseurs, Frauds and Phonies took to the streets to wail and rend garments (conveniently purchased from the bargain shelf of a nearby thrift store) as part of their expression of outrage at the treatment of tiny little Tibet by big, bad Red China.
Drawing lines in governor's race: Republican leaders in Colorado, including leading gubernatorial candidate Scott McInnis, are taking direct aim at Gov. Bill Ritter and recent Democratic legislative actions in crafting a state GOP platform they hope will avoid a divisive primary in the govern’s race next year.
Interaction among generations benefits members of every group: A couple of years ago, on the morning of June 6, I was having coffee with a group of good friends. I was the oldest by a couple of generations.
Time doesnt run out for justice in a murder: It took 12 years, and the assistance of people half a world away, but the suspected murderer of Sabrina Bebb-Jones has finally been arrested. To the surprise of few people familiar with the case, that suspect is her husband, Marcus Bebb-Jones. He was arrested at his home in England Tuesday.
Livin la vida local: Sometimes, things can get a little crazy when it comes to the issue of governments offering a preference for local companies.

UPDATE: State football scores: State Football Playoffs
Friday's Mesa State basketball boxscores: Mesa State 92, Azusa Pacific 64
Mavericks cruise in season opener: On any given night, coach Jim Heaps is fond of saying, anyone can lead the Mesa State College men’s basketball team in scoring.
Adjusting the formula: Pirates count on two-back approach to deliver another title: When Olathe High School won the Class 2A state football championship in 2008, its offensive formula was pretty straightforward.

Health Briefs, Nov. 17, 2009: Fundraiser for Gross family to be at Bananas
Student of the week: James Mauch: James Mauch, Fruita Monument senior
After a week with EVE, my eyes have been opened: I used to doubt that a vehicle that looked like a souped-up golf cart had a place on city streets.
Area births and marriages, through Nov. 11: — Births
GJ company making case for electric cars: If he has his way, Keith Andrews will give western Colorado something to talk about.

Saturday, November 21st, 2009