In Memoriam
Associated Students and the entire SDSU community are deeply saddened by the passing of Conrad Prebys, whose groundbreaking generosity has helped countless San Diego State students.
We are honored that his philanthropic legacy will live on through his scholarships and extend our deepest condolences to his family.
SDSU President Elliot Hirshman
A.S. President Jamie Miller
Fall 2016 Aztec Nights
ATTENTION: SDSU STUDENTS!
Aztec Nights is on-campus, late-night entertainment that'll jump-start your semester! Join in on the fun and make some new friends. You can also learn about the many ways to get involved on campus. All the events are FREE for SDSU students with valid Red ID.
Here is this semester's great lineup of events:
Templo del Sol
Friday, August 26, 9pm, Hepner Hall
Red & Black Dance
Saturday, August 27, 10pm, Hepner Hall
Screen on the Green #1
Sunday, August 28, 9pm, Hepner Quad
Thursday's a Drag
Thursday, September 1, 9pm, Montezuma Hall, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union
Carnival
Friday, September 2, 10pm, Campanile Walkway
Unionfest
Saturday, September 3, 10pm, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union
Screen on the Green #2
Sunday, September 4, 9pm, Trolley Green
Sex Signals Comedy
Thursday, September 8, 8pm, Union Theatre/Montezuma Hall, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union
Aztec Dance Marathon: Throwback for the Kids
Friday, September 9, 10pm, Union Theatre/Montezuma Hall, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union
Treat Yourself
Saturday, September 10, 2016. 10pm, Montezuma Hall, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union
Comedy Night
Friday, September 16, 10pm, Montezuma Hall, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union
Barn Yard Bash
Saturday, September 17, 10pm, Montezuma Hall, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union
Magician & Hypnotist
Friday, September 23, 8pm, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union
Lights Out
Saturday, September 24, 10pm, ENS 700 Field
SDSU students with valid Red ID can bring one guest! Aztec Nights is sponsored by the divisions of Student Affairs and Business & Financial Affairs and by Associated Students. For event details, visit aztecnights.com
Do you remember the Aztec Center?
In 1963, the SDSU student body approved a mandatory fee to build a student union facility. A few years later, in 1968, the Aztec Center opened as the first permanent student union on any CSU campus. Aztec Center was the original home of Montezuma Hall, Montezuma Lounge, Bowling & Games, A.S. Government Affairs, meetings rooms and student organizations office space.
Now, thanks to SDSU Library & Information Access there is a visual record of the construction the Aztec Center. A collection of over 400 historic photographs of the Center have been digitized and are now available online. The collection includes photos of all stages of the building's construction, as well as beautiful images of the completed mid-century modern project. For over 40 years, the Aztec Center served as a campus hub, providing SDSU students a place to study, relax, make friends, get involved, take in a concert or attend a major event.
In 2014, the new Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union, also built with student fees, was completed to replace the Aztec Center.
The Children's Center and the Olympics
What do the SDSU Children's Center and the Summer Olympics have in common? It's Barb Bowen. Barb is the Center's Office Supervisor and the mother of Alex Bowen who is a member the US Men's Olympic Water Polo Team. Alex is a graduate of Stanford University with a degree in Product Design/Mechanical Engineering, where he was also a member of the water polo team.
Barb and Alex have generously agreed to share their thoughts about being part of the 2016 Olympic Games.
A.S.: Alex, congratulations on being selected for the US Olympic Men's Water Polo Team. How does it feel to be part of the team?
Alex: It feels fantastic. Making the team is a dream come true that I have worked almost my entire life to make it to this point.
A.S.: When did you first start playing water polo? And what got you interested?
Alex: I started playing when I was seven years old and I became interested while splashing around in the shallow end and watching my Dad coach his high school team.
A.S.: Is your mother more of cheerleader or a coach?
Alex: My Mom is more the cheerleader and my Dad, a coach. I have to thank them both for always being there for me.
A.S.: What lessons have you learned on your path to being selected for the Olympic team?
Alex: The biggest lesson I have learned is to work through your mistakes and keep playing.
A.S.: What advice do you have for any one who dreams of being in the Olympics?
Alex: The best advice I can give is to work hard and focus on the fundamentals for whatever sport that you play.
A.S.: Barb, congratulations on Alex being selected for the US Olympics Men's Water Polo Team. How does it feel to have a son in the Olympics?
Barb: It is a strange experience to have my son selected as part of the Olympic team. We've always been very proud of him and had faith in him but it still seems like a dream.
A.S.: Growing up was Alex always interested in swimming?
Barb: He has always been very interested in water polo, since his Dad coaches and swimming was always a part of it.
A.S.: Are you more of cheerleader or a coach?
Barb: I am definitely more of a cheerleader – I leave the coaching for the coaches.
A.S.: What sacrifices have you and your family had to make so that Alex could peruse his dream?
Barb: Our family has been very lucky to be part of the water polo community, so it hasn't been much of a sacrifice. Our vacations do revolve around water polo tournaments but it has made it a family activity since Rod coaches and both of my boys play.
A.S.: What advice do you have for a parent who has a child who dreams of being in the Olympics?
Barb: I would just tell parents to encourage their child's dreams and the steps that it takes along the way.
Also supporting Alex in his quest for gold, are his younger brother, Eric, who is majoring in Psychology with a minor in Computer Science at Princeton University and his father Rod, who runs the family's printing business. Rod coaches water polo at Santana High School and has for 22 years, he also coaches at San Diego Shores Water Polo Club.
Rod was Alex's first coach and it was because of Alex's desire to participate at a young age, that Rod started coaching young athletes.
Congratulations to the entire Bowen family, and Alex, best of luck in Rio!
25 Questions
A.S. Executive Officers
We have expanded our usual 15 Questions to help introduce the new A.S. executive officers.
Jamie Miller, A.S. President
1. What is your name and title?
Jamie Miller, A.S. President
2. Most people don't know that I like to…
Meditate.
3. What is your favorite place or thing to do on the SDSU campus?
My favorite place on campus is the Center for Well-Being in Calpulli, more specifically the egg chair.
4. If you could go back or forward in time, where would you go?
If I could go back in time, I would go back to the age of dinosaurs. I think that they are fascinating and would love to be able to see how different our planet looked back then.
5. When you order a drink at Starbucks, how many words are in the description of your drink and what are they?
This is embarrassing. 10 words — Hot, grande, chai latte, with an added shot, no water.
Patty Masengale, A.S. Executive Vice President
1. What is your name and title?
Patty Masengale, A.S. Executive Vice President
2. Most people don't know that I like to…
Go to art museums.
3. What is your favorite place or thing to do on the SDSU campus?
My favorite place on campus is the Lee & Frank Goldberg Courtyard. During the school year, I typically sit in the courtyard every Wednesday and read The Daily Aztec.
4. If you could go back or forward in time, where would you go?
I would go back in time probably around the industrial revolution to tell them that using coal is going to destroy the Earth in the future and then help them create earth friendly technology.
5. When you order a drink at Starbucks, how many words are in the description of your drink and what are they?
Two words — coconut milk.
Dylan Colliflower, A.S. Vice President of External Relations
1. What is your name and title?
Dylan Colliflower, A.S. Vice President of External Relations
2. Most people don't know that I like to…
Follow international soccer, and my favorite player Cristiano Ronaldo, religiously.
3. What is your favorite place or thing to do on the SDSU campus?
My favorite place on campus is definitely the pond by Scripps Cottage. It is a great place to relax and enjoy nature in between classes.
4. If you could go back or forward in time, where would you go?
I would go forward 100 years because I would want to see the progress of the world and also to see where I should be making my long-term investments.
5. When you order a drink at Starbucks, how many words are in the description of your drink and what are they?
3 words — venti cold brew.
Alexander N. Shapiro, A.S. Vice President of Financial Affairs
1. What is your name and title?
Alexander N. Shapiro, A.S. Vice President of Financial Affairs
2. Most people don't know that I like to…
Play the piano.
3. What is your favorite place or thing to do on the SDSU campus?
My favorite place on campus is the turtle pond because it's very relaxing and peaceful. My favorite thing to do on campus is play basketball at the ARC or water basketball at the Aquaplex.
4. If you could go back or forward in time, where would you go?
I would go back and visit the Renaissance Era because I would love to witness the creation of the most magnificent and famous art pieces ever created, as well as talk to their creators.
5. When you order a drink at Starbucks, how many words are in the description of your drink and what are they?
3 words — chai tea latte.
Chimezie O. Ebiriekwe, A.S. Vice President of University Affairs
1. What is your name and title?
Chimezie O. Ebiriekwe, A.S. Vice President of University Affairs
2. Most people don't know that I like to…
Watch the Disney movies that I grew up watching.
3. What is your favorite place or thing to do on the SDSU campus?
My favorite thing to do on campus is to go to Aztec Lanes and either bowl or play one of my friends in NBA 2K.
4. If you could go back or forward in time, where would you go?
If I could go back in time I would go back to when my family and I first moved into our current house. It was the best time for my siblings and me because we were very young, and we finally had a backyard to play in. During the summers, we would get a pool and invite all of our cousins over to play, and I would beat my little brothers in basketball every time we played each other.
5. When you order a drink at Starbucks, how many words are in the description of your drink and what are they?
About 30 words or so — Can I have a large iced coffee with two shots of espresso and white chocolate sweetener, and could you add an extra shot of espresso in there for free? Thank you.
Entertainment
at Viejas Arena and Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
Wednesday, August 3, 7pm
@ Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
Jim Gaffigan
The Fully Dressed Tour
Saturday, August 6, 7:30pm
@ Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
Flogging Molly
with Frank Turner and Sister Crayon
Friday, August 19, 7pm
@ Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
Brandi Carlile / Old Crow Medicine Show
Tuesday, August 23, 7:30pm
@ Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo / Melissa Etheridge
Visit viejasarena.com for tickets and show details.
Visit calcoastopenairtheatre.com for tickets and show details.
Calendar
August 2016
Aztec Recreation ENS Classes Begin
arc.sdsu.edu/creditclasses
First Day of Classes
Tuesday, August 30National Marshmallow Toasting Day
During eleven out of the twelve months of the year, we enjoy a wide range of holidays. When we get to August, there is a major shortage of big holidays to celebrate. Thankfully, there is National Marshmallow Toasting Day! Tonight by a bonfire, toast a big, soft, sticky and sweet marshmallow... or two... or three. Summer would not be the same without this great bonfire treat.
