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TABLE OF
CONTENTS
FEATURES
Letter From the President
CREATIVE
15 The Price of Education
4
Interview with Fernando Tirado 17 Manifestation
5
Thoroughbred Training
6
The ABCs of earning A’s and B’s
10
Healthy Living in the Residence
12 Halls
Ballin’ On A Budget - Fresh ‘Til
14 Death, Even When Dead Broke
Zen & The Art of Strolling
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6 Principles of Effective Recruitme
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FROM THE
PRESIDENT
Step Up Your Game
by Sam Centellas
Tired of looking in the mirror and In today’s day and age, workout pro- You have to work out CONSIS-
seeing the same old weak, out of grams are everywhere. Just about TENTLY. This means you can’t take
shape body? That’s okay, you don’t everyone who is into fitness has any days off, you can’t put limita-
have to admit it. Can’t make it to heard about P90X. Americans spend tions on your workouts, and you
the gym? Yeah, we know (“excuses tons of money gym memberships can’t make excuses for not working
are tools of the incompetent...”). Or too. But the P90X program isn’t for out. If you want something, go get it.
have you tried every workout and everyone, nor does everyone have That’s just the way it is. You want the
still can’t get the results you want? access to fancy workout equipment. body? Well work for it! And the only
Well enough crying already and do Nonetheless, programs like this ac- way you can actually achieve it, is to
something about it. Thoroughbred tually work because they incorporate exercise consistently. Taking a day
training is here to help you achieve three basic training rules. off is out of the question. Develop
your dream body. Discipline is the a routine, work out at a certain time
key to success, in all aspects of your THREE TIPS FOR SUCCESS of the day (everyday), and keep at
life. You can do anything that your You really only need three major tips it. Have a partner to work out with,
mind allows you to and this training for success. There is no big secret that way you all can hold each other
regimen is here to help you. This to getting the body you want. Treat accountable to the commitment.
workout regimen is intended to make your body right and your body, in Realistically, you should be working
you trim fat from your body, become turn, will treat you right. Follow these out about 5 times per week.
stronger (physically and mentally), 3 steps and you’ll be okay.
and have more self-discipline in your Diet
every day life. Consistency This is the biggest mistake people
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make. Let’s put it this way... you the motions on the stair-stepper or dence in yourself. You can’t make
can’t work out for two hours, then go slowly jogging around a track. You the club in the tub.
home and eat a super-sized cheese- have to switch it up, with workouts
burger ‘value meal.’ Uh eh! It doesn’t that are difficult and intense. Change • No one is going to make you do
work that way. What you put into it up.. one day ride a bike, the next anything. You have to be com-
your body is your fuel; it also shapes run, the day after that swim laps in a mitted to yourself and do this
your body. Fatty, high cholesterol, pool, etc. on your own. You don’t need to
and sodium-filled foods will not only spend your paycheck on a per-
decrease your chances of getting Where am I going with this? You got sonal trainer. Your drive must
the body you want... they’ll also kill it.. developing a high intensity work come from within. If you don’t
you! Additionally, you have to watch out regimen that you can do in the push yourself, no one else will.
the amount of alcohol you consume. privacy of your own home. If you No excuses, just results.
Drinking lots of alcohol equates to follow these three tips, you’ll improve
your appearance, have higher ener- • Stay focused. You’re not going
lots of calories. Too many calories in have the body you want after one
a day isn’t always good. So be care- gy levels, feel better about yourself,
and be healthier. Hard work always day, so keep at it.
ful what you put into your body.
pays off. • Remember, you can work out at
Intensity home but feel free to go to a gym
Remember that.
Here’s the other thing people don’t if you have access. Also, feel
do. Ever hear someone complain, “I Before you dive into the Thorough- free to workout outside, utilize a
work out every day and can’t shed bred workout itself, here are a few bicycle or pool. Variety never hurt
any weight”? That’s because you reminders anything.
lollygag around in the gym, watch- • Make sure to stay hydrated. You Now to the fun part.. the workouts.
ing TV, texting, and reading Glamour should drink at least 8 glasses of This workout regimen is based off
magazine. It doesn’t work that way water a day anyway. a series of workouts, mostly taking
either. You have to sweat, work out the form of a High Intensity Interval
hard... and with some intensity. Not • Don’t be afraid to try something Training (H.I.I.T.) system. H.I.I.T. are
only that, but you have to have some new... branch out and broaden high intensity cardio workouts that
variety in your workout. INTENSE your horizons. You’re not going are intended to burn fat.
workouts do not mean going through to “look weird.” Have some confi-
WORKOUTS
Jumping jacks
Burpees
ExerciseGroup
Exercise GroupCC
Wall squats
Mountain climbers
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Pushups For advanced, try elevating off the ground for a
jump push up If you follow this regimen, you’ll be on your way. You
don’t need steroids, expensive workout programs,
Ab-core and personal trainers to achieve your dreams. You
can do this on your own. But you have to stay disci-
Crunches • Foot throws • Plank • Scissor kick • Bicycle
plined. Always remember the three tips for success
Cool down and you’ll be fine. Be well.
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The A,B,C’s of
earning A’s and B’s
By B. Celestino Carreon
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The first part of test prep is the text later on when you have to study might not realize is that the prob-
book, without it many times you are you have a great study review lem isn’t the information but how or
lost in an ocean of information and guide with all the key points. where you are studying it.
no map to guide you. The question
Lecture Prep – If you didn’t pre- Location, Location, Location
is then, are you using your map
pare for the lecture, every point is – as any Realtor might say, loca-
correctly? You may have the map
new and important that your teach- tion is key. Where you study may
upside down and not even know it.
er talks about. Thus, by coming to have a dramatic affect of how you
Learn To Read – Skim through class already prepared you can learn. When you step onto the
your reading assignment first to get simply write down the key points basketball court, baseball diamond
the big picture, then read in detail that your teacher expands upon. or volleyball court you are ready
to understand the content. Lastly, to play, your mind is focused on
So you have read through the text one thing –the game. In that mind
review the text so that you can
book, took active notes in class, set, it is hard to get distracted from
summarize.
asked questions to expand upon your task because your focus is
Summarize – That little white ½ complex information – but now enhanced based on your location.
page at the end of your chapter is you have to study for the test. The Why study in your room where you
the perfect place to write out the problem is no matter how much eat, sleep, relax, Facebook, etc.?
key points and ideas. That way, you study you just can’t seem to Your room is an eclectic collection
learn the information. What you of unorganized things and ideas,
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not the type of place that is going Take a Break – When you are in yourself to do it. Inspiration without
to foster an education-first mentali- high school you would have a 5-10 action is knowingly limiting your
ty. Try the library, a place dedicated minute break in-between classes, own potential. So get out there
to learning is a great location to did you ever realize how that little and be an active student in the
get you into that can-do-can-learn break you used to get your books class and out. When your teacher
attitude. and walk around a little really tells you that ‘For every one hour
helped you to get back on track for in class you should be spending
Organization - Make sure your life your next class? The same goes three out of the class preparing,’
is organized so that you stay on for you today, a little 5-10 minute make sure your planner reflects
top of all your assignments. A plan- break after 45 minutes of studying that kind of dedication. As an ath-
ner should be more than just a list will help you to get back on track. lete will train for competitions, you
“What you might not The average maximum we can must train for your future career
realize is the prob- stay focused is around 45 minutes,
after that we get easily distracted
and every test is a hurdle – are you
prepared?
lem isn’t the infor- and are less likely to retain infor-
mation.
mation but how or
where you are study- Prime Time – No we aren’t talking
about cable either. Knowing when
ing it.” you function best is key to becoming
a successful student. Do you know
of deadlines, make sure to create when your optimal study time is?
list, prioritize tasks, and give your-
self leeway time so that you’re not Now you are ready to take on any
stuck cramming the night before. test, you know the proper steps to
take but it is up to you to motivate
Creative Studying
When you were young everything was done creatively in a fun engaging way; why does that have to change
now that we are adults? Sure, the ideas are a little more complex but that doesn’t change the fact that by making
learning fun you are more apt to retain the information.
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e s i d e n c e H a l l
he R
including what it can do to your
allergies- so be sure to clear them rest you run the risk of lowering
off weekly for a good wash. Also, your immune system’s ability to Sure these tips help you to prevent
consider purchasing a bed cover if fight illnesses. from becoming sick but what if it
you are using a used mattress, this is already too late for preventative
Air out your room – If you means? If you are already sick still
will zip all the way around your bed
have the room closed off using an do everything discussed before,
to prevent the previous users from
AC or plug in heater to regulate except the flu shots, because you
having an affect on your health.
your room temperature you are can always run the risk of prolong-
Flu Shots – they are available hoarding all those airborne patho- ing your illness due to an unhealthy
everywhere from the campus gens in your room. Open up the diet, dirty room, and contact with
nurse to your local drugstore, take window to get some real fresh air other bacteria and viruses. If you
advantage of them. One thing to scent instead of that Febreeze do fall ill and it just doesn’t seem to
note, is that you need to get this bottle your mom bought you. go away or you are running a high
shot before you become ill, oth- fever, make sure to visit your doc-
Vitamin D-3 – While you al-
erwise it will not work if you are tor. Other than that, enjoy your low
ways hear vitamin D is good for
already sick. sodium chicken noodle soup and
you, many are turning to Vitamin
wrap yourself with a warm blanket
Be Healthy – Be active and eat D-3 to help prevent and fight off
and enjoy a good book, might I
right. An active healthy lifestyle can illness. Flu, as well as many other
recommend your class textbook for
help build up your immune system, illnesses, are associated with low
your next exam.
so try to substitute those pizza rolls levels of Vitamin D (and D-3). Vi-
for fruit and vegetables and TV tamin D-3 comes from sunlight but
photo by borman818 of flickr.com
time for an hour in the gym. This you can get similar small doses of it
also includes getting plenty of rest, from vitamins. So get out in the sun
by depriving your body of adequate or make sure that you take a vita-
min to supplement your lack of D-3.
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Ballin On A Budget
Fresh ‘Til Death, Even When Dead Broke
by Bryan Rojas
I remember High School being the time or make a mental note of what it is you
of “dress to impress”. Everyone had liked. Once you know what you want, let
to have the newest, best brand name the money saving begin.
articles of clothing in order to be in. Well,
at least everybody that was somebody. 3. Take your inspiration to qual-
Getting caught at a “recycled fashion” ity off-price stores. Once you
store was a big no no. For the longest get your inspiration from the
while, I too had this mentality. How- higher-priced stores, you can
ever, having to move out the house at now take that style and
16 made asking for new clothes a little find similar pieces from
more difficult. Soon, buying clothes off-price or lower-priced
became a luxury you only did once in stores such as T.J. Maxx,
a while. Next thing I knew, college hit Marshall’s, H&M, Target or
and tuition became a necessity, while any recycled fashion store
clothes a greater luxury. I found myself and put together a similar
needing to change a few things. I still look! If you buy clothes
have a shoe fetish that says, 24 pairs that fit you properly,
of shoes is still not enough. We all have meaning not too tight, and
our guilty pleasure, be it shoes, hats or not hanging off of you,
Beta gear. However, I don’t know about you will look good and no
you, but this dreadful economy makes one will care where you bought
it difficult to set aside a few bucks for your clothes. You could get that $300
anything that isn’t an absolute necessity. look for only $50 if you shop at the right
Sadly, that leaves my wardrobe budget places.
in a non-existent state, and when I must
4. Of course one of the best ways
pick up something new, finding deals
you can save money on clothing is by
on clothes shoes and anything else
choosing colors and fabrics you can
becomes a must. I mean, just because
wear year round. Guys are lucky in that
you’re broke, doesn’t mean you can’t
we typically wear cotton shirts both in
look good. After all, we “Fresh ‘til death,
summer and winter and pants or shorts
even when we dead broke.” So here
are always a good look. The transition
are some tips that may help you save
from spring/summer to fall/winter is as
money and keep you looking fresh:
easy as throwing on a hoodie or sports
1. Ignore Trends. They change almost coat. The trick is to choose colors that
by the hour, so it will be costly to stay are neutral, like blue or white for a dress
on top of the constant change. After all, shirt and beige or black for pants. If you
a pair of Jordans come out more than are more of the dressy type, a black vest
once a year and by the time you get can go with many different colored shirts
enough money to buy the “new” pair, all you need is a nice pair of jeans and
they will only be new until the next $170 you have multiple outfits. On the other
pair comes out. So instead focus on de- hand, if you want to keep it casual, a
fining your own individual style. In other white, purple or black t-shirt, jeans and
words, just do you. all white or black shoes can be all you
need. Keep your hoodies and sports
2. Get Some Inspiration. Once you coats neutral, too, and you are set. As
figure out what your style is, look for ar- long as you can wear it year round, and
rangements online or at the stores with- finding the right shade of purple is not
out having to worry about price. Just put an issue, you have nothing to worry
it all together and either take pictures about.
Every time we embark on a new floor with confidence in front of a it was easier to match the moves
phase of our life the demands on our crowd of people. And once you’re to the rhythm and get in the flow.
time begin to change and what we out there you can’t just quit if you Needless to say the stroll always
did yesterday is no longer what we miss a beat or lose a step you’ve got looked the best when we had a
need to do, can do or have time to to jump right back in the mix, moving chance to do it to the song we had
do today. College students experi- on and forgetting that the mistake been practicing it on all week but by
ence this every semester and to an ever happened. Our daily life does that point we were able to perform
even greater degree at the start of not differ much from this – just like it to any song with a similar beat.
the school year. The best thing that there’s a rhythm to a song that gets Using a schedule on a regular basis
we can do to combat the chang- us moving and keeps us focused, and making sure it is up to date ev-
ing demands on our time is to work there is also a rhythm to our lives. ery week is a great tool to help you
ourselves into a rhythm. Those of In both strolling and our daily lives catch the flow of your life. By visual-
us who are strollers out there know it is all too easy to miss a step, lose izing your week and keeping regular
what it’s like to catch a rhythm. To the beat and become unfocused; but track of it you’ll begin to catch the
go from absolutely still to suddenly just like when you’re out there stroll- patterns and ride through the week
breaking out into a precision format ing, regardless of missteps or mis- like you stroll on a beat.
at the first sounds of Rick James or takes you’ve got to keep on moving.
Swag Surfin’. Hitting every step, Whether you’re just learning a stroll
matching your brother, stride for Whenever I use to learn a new stroll or you’ve been doing it for years
stride, and flowing with the beat. my line brother and I would pick a eventually you’re going miss a step
song that we felt worked with the or make a mistake. While a master
No brother though, regardless of rhythm of the moves. We didn’t stroller recovers quickly, any mis-
how much rhythm he has, masters deviate from that song until we got take has the possibility of throwing
a stroll right away. It takes practice, the steps down to perfection. Using off the whole line. For this reason,
practice and more practice to hit the the same beat over and over again it’s critical to be able to jump back
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into a stroll regardless of the point time I’m able to jump right back in just having a conversation with them
you leave off on. If you can’t catch like I never missed a beat. is usually enough to get me going
the beat again or remember what again. If that doesn’t seem to work
comes next, it’s usually a good idea However there’s still that 20% of the I make sure to get myself back into
to jump out of the line and jump time that I get so lost that I’ve got to a work-out schedule. Having that
back in at the end once the steps jump out of the line and start over set time where I go to the gym and
start over. If you’ve been keeping a from step one in the sequence. In work on improving myself physically,
schedule, you may be able to jump my life, there are a few things that I enables me to also clear myself
right back into the mix, acting like can always count on to get me back mentally and get back in the stroll.
the misstep never took place. Or on track and moving again. One is While these things work for me, they
maybe you have another technique a call to my wife, my parents or my may not work for you. I encourage
to get yourself going again. Person- line brothers. These are the people you to find a few activities that can
ally, I combine my schedule with the who know me best and can easily focus you and get you back into the
Urgent-Important To-Do List matrix tell when there’s something a little rhythm of your life.
discussed in the 7 Habits of Highly off in my life. We don’t always need
Effective People. The combo of to talk about exactly what’s going
these two ensures that 80% of the on that is throwing me for a loop but
Manifestation
Leaving my mind and my body from Pledging Lambda Beta
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