UVSC College Times, 2001-09-24

              t.L HU1.N PANU F.N FL ARCA SF, VhNDF VOLUME 30 ISSUE 14 QUOTE OF THE DAY NETXNEWS 10b took "or ell the latest news on our website www netxnews net A 0 Tm i 'Jul ! vu 'A i , I i -Margaret Mead "Never doubt that a small group of dedicated individuals can make a difference. Indeed, it is the only thing that has." T "A J U L M N i f 7 i L J.. 11 11 ft'? in jOR 'IMF' STCDf N1S 01 PI'A.H WillVSfMl ( ni ( H, Life: Page 7, A day with UVSC's student body president c fi'ii f September 24, 2001 Snorts Pgae 9; Results from UVSC volleyball tournament in Arizona g ?, VALLEY WEATHER TODAY: y Sunny High 78 Low 50 Tuesday: w,r Sunny High 77 Low 49 Wednesday: Sunny High 76 Low 49 mm r a lorn m Mm iMm As our nation prepares to go to war, families and frienbs l)olb on to love ones not wanting t)em to go. h 4 -SP. ,:iV;" : 1 if'. ,, ..-..- 11 '."ega,! .d u immmmmmm I : - ' By Sonya Ross Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON (AP) - Rejecting President Bush's point-blank demand, the Taliban rulers of Afghanistan refused Friday to hand over Osama bin Laden, suspected mastermind behind the worst terrorist attacks in American history. The Pentagon deployed additional planes to support a military buildup in the Persian Gulf. On the morning after Bush outlined plans for a global war on terrorism in a nationally televised address, Congress struggled to nail down final details of multibillion-dollar legislation to stabilize the nation's ailing airlines. But the nation's economic uncertainty was reflected in a gyrating stock market, down sharply, then up, then down again - all before noon. Bush was at the White House when Afghanistan's ambassador to Pakistan said that if America has proof, "we are ready for the trial of Osama bin Laden in light of the evidence." Asked if the Taliban were ready to hand him over otherwise, Abdul Salam Zaeef replied, "No." His translator amended that to say, "No, not without evidence."To Bush's demand, the ambassador added a warning of his own: "It has angered Muslims of the world and can plunge the whole region into a crisis. The White House ruled out negotiating with the Taliban, but was open to diplomacy by other nations that could create pressure onterrorist-harboring countries. "But don't mistake the two," said White House spokesman Ari Fleischer. "The president could not have been more clear about his conditions. But diplomatic efforts around the world will continue to help secure the president's goals." A senior defense official, speaking on condition of anonymity, disclosed the additional deployment of aircraft to the Persian Gulf, including refueling planes. Although numbering fewer than a dozen, they come in addition to more than 100 aircraft already told to move to locations around the globe. Victoria Clarke, spokeswoman for Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld, said, "you'll see a lot of activity. We're preparing for what could very well be a wide range of options. So, you will see a lot of people moving, you'll see a lot of equipment moving." Key lawmakers and administration officials negotiated for much of the night on the terms for a bailout of the airlines, whose business has been devastated in the wake of last week's terror-hijackings. The emerging measure offers $5 billion in direct aid, S10 billion in loan guarantees, and provisions to shelter the carriers from liability arising from the deaths and destruction that , resulted in the attacks. House leaders hoped for passage by day's end, and Northwest Airlines added urgency to the effort, announcing layoffs of 10,000 jobs. But there were last-minute sticking points, as some lawmakers raised objections to the liability protections and others sought money to bolster air service to smaller, less profitable markets. The tally of missing and presumed dead stood at well over 6,000 in attacks in which terrorists flew hijacked jetliners into the World Trade Center twin towers and the Pentagon. A fourth plane crashed in the Pennsylvania countryside after passengers struggled with their hijackers. Improbably, perhaps, fires still burned at the site of the Trade Center as New York struggled to return to normal. Hundreds of rescue workers in yellow slickers dug through the wreckage despite sporadic, sometimes heavy rain and lightning. And yet, "The chance of recovering anyone alive is very, very small," conceded Mayor Rudolph Giuliani. More than three-fourths of Americans said they watched Bush's speech, according to polls taken by ABC-Washington Post and NBC News. Eight PHOTOS COUBtEST Of LA PMES; ASSOCIATED PRESS in 10 who saw the speech said it increased their confidence in the nation's ability to handle the crisis. Nine in 10 Americans support Bush's overall handling of the situation, while two-thirds support his call for a broader war on terrorism. In his speech Thursday night, Bush told the Taliban to hand over bin Laden and his terrorist followers or "share in their fate" when the United States strikes. The president also announced creation of a Cabinet-level department to tighten security at home and coordinate efforts to prepare for potential attacks. "Some speak of an age of terror," the president said. "I know there are struggles ahead and dangers to face." Also in his speech, Bush promised "active steps that strengthen America's economy and put our people back to work," but gave no details. He made that pledge amid predictions that the terrorism response could cost $100 billion and send the federal budget into the red for the first time in four years. Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle, D-S.D., made clear that no budget issue is more important than this fight. Asked on CBS "The Early Show" if he is prepared to spend the entire Social Security "Bush to Taliban" continued on pg. 11 Oh Is (7h n Hi) r? n By ESETA HAVEA OF THE NETXNEWS STAFF "The more we study and learn, the more we discover we are dumb." Indeed, but what about taking time out to live life as it comes and goes? To intertwine study and fun at the same time? What about 'BALANCE?' College students everywhere have their own styles and habits of time management. Some are on scholarships, so they study whenever possible to keep their grades up. Others take a different approach by having all the fun in the world while they can. Then, there are those that juggle 'school' and 'life' simultaneously. A recent NetXNews survey shows 6 out of every 10 UVSC students are involved in clubs, athletics, leadership positions, or some type of a school-related extracurricular activity. Marvin Edwins exclaimed, "I don't know how the student government does it, but I am already stressed out with just going to school full-time alone." While Sarah Long agrees, she shakes her head in disbelief, "I can't believe people in NetXNews would be literally sitting in their desks up to 14 hours a day. Then they would have classes all day long, just one day a week. Tell me, how do you balance that? I'm sorry, but I've got a life." Twin sisters Maryannie and Maryanne Folks are not involved in any extracurricular activities in school. "But we club a lot though. We go to Vegas, we go on road trips, we party. Clean, fun, play and party. It shouldn't matter whether you're involved in school activities or not, just to have a balanced life. Just as long as you're living life to the fullest. Even if you never once went to a school function." they said. Freshman Joseph Mositto thinks the only way he can survive college is to enjoy every moment of it. "For every moment gone is worth diamonds, because it can never be replayed. Once it's gone, it's gone. That's why I don't use up all my time doing just one thing. I would hate to miss out on the other stuff that life is made of." With the numerous amount of students going to school and working full-time, plus being involved in extracurricular activities, it's either choice A, or choice B. Maricarmen Exposito finds this to be true. She is taking 16 credits, works as a computer lab assistant on campus, and is a Phi Thetta Kappa officer. "I moved closer to school just to fit my schedule accordingly," she mentioned. "There's an opportunity caused in everything." Freshman Bryan Porter exclaimed. "You're always going to choose one thing over another. Monumental achievements are made up of everyday choices of how we use our time." A full-time student, tutor and owner of a security business, Bryan gave up working in a radio station for more important priorities such as pursuing an education first. Many students spend their free time checking up on the latest happenings around campus. The school calendar at UVSC is booked almost everyday with something exciting going on, thus keeping more students hooied on participating in these events. Events like theater plays and shows, school dances, art exhibitions, club & staff meetings and activities, or attending sports games. Then you've got your students who go to school, day in and day out, period. No fun, noextra-curricular activities, no play. Just books, books, books and more books! Martha Johanaston thinks this is the way to go. "Four years is all I'm asking out of my life to be a slave to my studies and my grades. I can go without social life for that long knowing that in the end, I will be getting what I really want, which is a career that will support my future family and I financially." And as a familiar saying goes, "what matters is what you do with your time." Leisibeth Lozano, who goes to school and works full-time, does her homework in between her breaks as a cashier and server in the cafeteria. Ballroom dancer Kevin Harris, has a schedule so tight that he sometimes skips doing some things to fill up empty spaces in others. Bobby Parker balances life by going to school from 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. so he can do his homework in the morning. "That way, I can have the evenings and nights available for whatever." Lauretta Jamie wants to save everyone time and energy by putting it in one single word. "Prioritize." r She said she can never stress this enough, but if everyone notices it's importance and s take action, then life will be balanced. However and whatever way you take, Aubrey Pugmire comes up with her very own. "I have no self-discipline whatsoever. I make decisions as they come. I never really plan." A' mm v m j w 1 " J :7lM m V TERESA COf FETNETXMEWS BALANCING LIFEAND SCHOOL IS A HARD TASK FOR MANY COLLEGE STUDENTS. MANY STUDENTS HAVE TO CHOOSE BETWEEN GOING OUT WITH THEIR FRIENDS, PARTICIPATING IN SCHOOL ACTIVITIES OR DOING THEIR HOMEWORK. News: Pagz 4 Fighting against temosm Opinions: Page 5 Random Thoughts, dating, women and life Life: Page 7 Get to know the Russian Club Sports: Page 9 Find out the latest on the UVSC Crosscountry team