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February 10,1993 Page 5 *Interactive displays offer exploration of the natural forces that bring disaster, including tornados, earthquakes, and floods. By Shelley L. Willingham Staff Writer In one small part of Fresno, the earth quakes, hurricane winds howl, a volcano spews and torrential flooding erodes soil, taking with it anything in iis path. Luckily, lives aren't lost as the scene is part of The Fresno Metropolitan Museum's exhibit of "Nature's Fury" that is housed in ihc Radin Gallery until May 2. The exhibition is a traveling tour from The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry designed to provide over 12 displays of some of the earth's most momentous disasters to children of all ages . Visitors rattle with a 5.5 tremor in the Earthquake Room to Carol King's tunc "I Feel the Earth Move" as the chandelier, plates, mirrors and window shutters clatter. The tremor finally stops, just in time for the aftershocks. The Hurricane Experience, designed by the Miami Museum of Science and Space Transit Planetarium, puts visitors through the effects of a tropical storm with winds up to 50 mph thai create an unforgettable howling sound. "It sounds almost like a freight train coming through," said Patrick Delgado. Exploration Center manager. "That's loud," said Angela Smith, a wide-eyed six-year-old emerging from the room with the goggles required for the hurricane stiil intact. "The kids arc having a good time today," said Jamie Smith of Fresno, who is the aunt of Angela, Scott and Kelly Smith. "1 thought I'd give their parents a break but from the looks of that tree over there we're getting it," she added pointing to the remains of a fractured tree from the Mount St. Helen's eruption in 1980. That display shows models of the mountain before and after the eruption. Other disasters reviewed include the 1985 Mexico City earthquake, the 1992 Hurricane Andrew and the on-going phenomenon of the San Andreas fault. Flaky Crusts is a machine that gives way to simulate land slippage such as ihat "Barrio" portrays life in local gangs By Robert Phipps Staff Writer At first glance, it doesn't seem possible that Sam An sclmo Gill could have written "Barrio." a gritty, profane and street-wise two-act play currently running in the Speech Arts Theater at California State University, Fresno. This 34-year-old father of l wo is quiet and reserved without ihc false security of the characters he created. Nevenhclcss.Gillisaman who knows what he's written about. "Barrio," the story of a gang member who wants to keep his brother out of trouble but is too proud to say anything, recks of Gill's own experiences while growing up in Firebaugh. "The signs arc here that gangs arc growing and kids are looking to join," "Kids are looking toward the gangs for more than just something to be around, they really believe they want to do this for the rest of their lives." Gill, who is studying for his bachelor's degree in journalism and is employed as a news cameraman for KJEO Channel 47, had never written a play before, but said the destruction around him brought something out. "The play itself is from fragments of things I've been through and I kind of brought them together for the story," he said. "What concerns me is that I have i wo kids (ages 7 and 10) going lose hool. and already there's signs of kids banding togetherto make trouble." And ii is trouble, which Gill has seen so much of. that he hopes the play will allow kids to avoid. It wasn't so long ago that Gill lost two nephews 10 iheir drug-cra/cd father when he took all their lives. "(Writing the play) is something I'd always thought I could do but never had the guts io." he said. "One of ihe emphasis here is ihat if you have a dream, don'i be afraid to go for it." The author said he chose a play because it was the only format in which students could interact with the matc- "I think there's a lack of contemporary material out there thai kids can get in io." he said. In addition, the play write warned that his work was unconventional because of the profanity and violence which he said is a pan of most street stories. "If this was done at the high school level, it would have to be toned down. bui I don't think it's any more violent newspaper Li^S^q By Suzanne Kayian C-OI » 1 Special to Insight Ob...Fishy, Fishy, Fishy, Fish— Chum and the Frenzy Photo courtesy the Fresno Metropolitan Museum Among the displays at the Fresno Metropolitan Museum is an earthquake simulator, which shakes up to 5.5 on the Richter scale. Disasters at the Met of the San Andreas fault. By stepping on it, children gain a quick understanding of the earth's movement. "I'd like to lake this home with me for exercise," said 14-ycar-old Kelly Smhh. TheCatch the Wind display details wind speed, turbulence, wind chill, force and flow by providing tools that impede the wind's path or float with it. Bumper Continents uses floating map plates on an air tabic to simulate the break up of Pangaea 220 million years ago. This geographical occurrence is called continental drift. The display shows how the earth shifts when huge plates grind away from each The "Nature's Fury" exhibition is designed lo move from the greal earth to the source of al I life, water. Sea Deep in Hoi Water offers a magnified view of undersea lava flow and the things that can live in the sunless rifi area of cooling rock such as tube worms. The mechanical arm from a submarine enhances ihc purpose of the exhibition's educational hands-on design by providing an opportunity to pick up a sea sponge. The Wave Tank displays the ocean tide's undcr-water effects on shoreline and how the results vary with the ocean's force. The Stream Table enables visitors to arrange a mock town, control the rate of water flow, visualize a river's course and better understand the reasons for flooding. "This corresponds with the valley's flood problems prior to Millcnon, "Delgado said. The Twister forms a tornado from an ultrasonic humidifier vapor that is forced into a spinning spiral column by concave walls. Visitors may pass a hand through the vapor to stop the twister then watch the vapor reform. " Wouldn 't it be neat if we could really do that?" said nine-year-old Scott Smith. Once hands have blocked the vapors, two-liquid filled bottles may be shaken to create a tornado-like vortex action. "The purpose of the "Nature's Fury " exhibition is to teach safety to everyone and the reality of how nature works." Delgado said. Those wishing to explore the mysterious wonders of the earth may visit The Fresno Metropolitan Art Museum from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. For more information, call 441-1444. In a musical world filled with rehashed heavy metal riffs, car-crunching grunge, weak pop tunes, and monotonous synthesizer bcais, Fresno locals Chum and the Frenzy's first release. Oh.. Fishy. Fishy. Fishy. Fish is a surprisingly pleasant contribution io the current music pool. If this quartet set out lo make a good album filled with seven originals moving to a funkified groove, they have succeeded. Oh . Fishy. Fishy. Fishy, Fish rocks from the opening "Inirothang/Goodbyc These Days" io the closing "Asleep Two Million Years/Alive!". Trying to highlight key player is difficult. James Preston's bass and Rob Scrivncr's drums lay the foundation, while Paul Karian's keyboards and pianos build a full, rich sound. Eddie Marks' refreshing guitar style is totally rock-on, without being assassinating. The opening of "Respect Your Mother", ihc second track, is a brilliant example of Chum and the Frenzy's tight and precise production. Recorded locally at SRS Studios, this independently produced CD has more enjoyable, high quality music on it than many current releases combined. Listening to the CD repeatedly. "Mainstream Ostrich" stands out. It is a good example of the power of Preston's wonderful vocal style His tranquil voice, with a slight Liverpudlian accent, sensually caresses the ear. Preston's smooth voice and Chum's serious groove succeed in making you feel immersed. Bui thesong isn'tclaus- trophobic at all. It is comforting, like being under the water, yet being able to breath. Thcclosingnumber" Asleep Two Million Years/Awake!" has always been a KFSR favorite. This incar- aiion of the song features a new ending with special performances by Jeff "Black Fry" Logan and Marquis "Quis" Bell, from Black Fry and Trojan Country Club, respectively. Logan and Bell are two of the best live Derformers in Fresno and it is nice to have something of theirs on CD, even if it is only just smidgin of a song. It would be worth your while to check out Oh... Fishy. Fishy. Fishy. Fish. This is an album that is produced locally, but ready for the real world. And then go see Chum live. See what the Frenzy is all about. Tannis Root Presents Freedom of Choice/Yesterday's New Wave Hits As Performed By Todays Stars The official title of this compilation is 'Tannis Rooi Presents Freedom of Choice/ Yesterday's New Wave Hits As Performed By Today's Stars." There arc many compilation albums out there with new artists covering everyone from R.E.M. io The Monkces. Whai scis this album apart is the combination of original new wave songs and today's alternative bands. If you grew up listening io new wave music you will get a kick out of the newer guitar-based grunge versions of some of that eras best pop songs. And if this is all new to you. you can discover some of today's alternative bands performing great pop songs that happen to be a decade old. The album features covers of songs by The Pretenders, Elvis Costello & The Attractions, Blondic, ihcGo-Gos, the B-52's and Devo, among others. Although, not ail the bands are familiar, the 1993 versions are preformed by some prime alternative acts. Bands like Sonic Youth, Redd Kross, Mudhoney. Supcrchunk and Yo La Tengo give us novel interpretations of songs we've all sung along to. The most interesting thing about this album is the placement of current bands and the original songs. Many of "today's stars" have their roots firmly planted in punk rock, yet most of these songs were considered light-weight in the days when punk rock met new wave. One of the highlights is the Go-Go's teen anthem "How Much More" performed by Los Angeles' Redd Kross. To hear the lyric, "I want to be that boy tonight, boy tonight/how much more can I take before I go crazy oh yeah, crazy oh yeah", sung by Jeffrey McDonald puts a quirky twist on a classic "girls song". As with many of the songs on this compilation, Mudhoney's cover of Elvis Costello's classic "Pump Ii Up" proves that some songs arc timeless. Mudhoney's version seizes ihe fun and intensity of Costcllo's version. It is great little song, but Mark Arm's voice just doesn't have quite the bile that Costcllo's carries. And then there are the song's everybody remembers. 'Tainted Love", originally recorded by Soft Cell. "Girl U Want" by Devo, Wall of Voodoo's "Mexican Radio", and Adam & The Ants' "Antmusic". 'Tainted Love" has always been a great song, but Soft Cell's version is awfully dated and seriously burnt out. They breath a new alternative spirit into a classic new wave song. This 18-song album, which dedicates all its proceeds to Planned Parenthood, is filled to the brim with covers of familiar songs, which will satisfy the pop purist as well as Ihe underground fanatic. See Barrio, page 6 Suzanne ggg* * gggj! Station Manager. TURNING FRESNO ON ITS EAR! Canipus radio sfafion KFSR 90.7 fm is accepting applications for the position of Public Affairs Director. This is a paid student assistant position, 15 hours per week. Deadline for applications is Friday March 5, 1993. Pick up applications in the Telecommunications office in the Speech Arts Building For more information call 278-2598 = Willow Ridge APTS.- 1&2BDRM. Corner Willow/Gettysburg (209)292-1009 SEND LETTERS TO THR EDITOR TO:BG<*?!"J??itt„S IEMBYTHE1NSIGH -MCKI-:HI1SKRM24I DfiTt Trench Desires Lingerie Sierra Vista Mall :$i\Valentines Specialr 110% OFF v y v Shaw & Clovis 299-6921 C Campus XHAI APARTMENTS FURNISHED OR UNFURNISHELX-Experience our 1 BEDROOM LOFT or THE ULTIMATE IN SHARED LIVING in our Double Studio. YOU SHARE ONLY THE KITCHEN Your Studio ii TOTALLY PRIVATE m Walk to campus *•" Weight Room »•■ Barbecue Areas *J Pool and Spa m- Bicycle Racks V 1475 Bulldog Lane 229-8556 I
Object Description
Title | 1993_02 Insight February 1993 |
Alternative Title | Insight (California State University, Fresno) |
Publisher | Dept. of Journalism, California State University, Fresno. |
Publication Date | 1993 |
Description | Weekly during the school year. Vol. 1, no. 1 (Oct. 8, 1969)-v. 29, no. 23 (May 13, 1998). Ceased with May 13, 1998, issue. Title from masthead. Merged with Daily collegian. |
Subject | California State University, Fresno Periodicals |
Contributors | California State University, Fresno Dept. of Journalism |
Coverage | October 8, 1969 – May 13, 1998 |
Format | Microfilm reels, 35mm |
Technical Information | Scanned at 600 dpi; TIFF; Microfilm ScanPro 2000 “E-image data” |
Language | eng |
Description
Title | Insight Feb 10 1993 p 5 |
Alternative Title | Insight (California State University, Fresno) |
Publication Date | 1993 |
Full-Text-Search | February 10,1993 Page 5 *Interactive displays offer exploration of the natural forces that bring disaster, including tornados, earthquakes, and floods. By Shelley L. Willingham Staff Writer In one small part of Fresno, the earth quakes, hurricane winds howl, a volcano spews and torrential flooding erodes soil, taking with it anything in iis path. Luckily, lives aren't lost as the scene is part of The Fresno Metropolitan Museum's exhibit of "Nature's Fury" that is housed in ihc Radin Gallery until May 2. The exhibition is a traveling tour from The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry designed to provide over 12 displays of some of the earth's most momentous disasters to children of all ages . Visitors rattle with a 5.5 tremor in the Earthquake Room to Carol King's tunc "I Feel the Earth Move" as the chandelier, plates, mirrors and window shutters clatter. The tremor finally stops, just in time for the aftershocks. The Hurricane Experience, designed by the Miami Museum of Science and Space Transit Planetarium, puts visitors through the effects of a tropical storm with winds up to 50 mph thai create an unforgettable howling sound. "It sounds almost like a freight train coming through," said Patrick Delgado. Exploration Center manager. "That's loud," said Angela Smith, a wide-eyed six-year-old emerging from the room with the goggles required for the hurricane stiil intact. "The kids arc having a good time today," said Jamie Smith of Fresno, who is the aunt of Angela, Scott and Kelly Smith. "1 thought I'd give their parents a break but from the looks of that tree over there we're getting it," she added pointing to the remains of a fractured tree from the Mount St. Helen's eruption in 1980. That display shows models of the mountain before and after the eruption. Other disasters reviewed include the 1985 Mexico City earthquake, the 1992 Hurricane Andrew and the on-going phenomenon of the San Andreas fault. Flaky Crusts is a machine that gives way to simulate land slippage such as ihat "Barrio" portrays life in local gangs By Robert Phipps Staff Writer At first glance, it doesn't seem possible that Sam An sclmo Gill could have written "Barrio." a gritty, profane and street-wise two-act play currently running in the Speech Arts Theater at California State University, Fresno. This 34-year-old father of l wo is quiet and reserved without ihc false security of the characters he created. Nevenhclcss.Gillisaman who knows what he's written about. "Barrio," the story of a gang member who wants to keep his brother out of trouble but is too proud to say anything, recks of Gill's own experiences while growing up in Firebaugh. "The signs arc here that gangs arc growing and kids are looking to join," "Kids are looking toward the gangs for more than just something to be around, they really believe they want to do this for the rest of their lives." Gill, who is studying for his bachelor's degree in journalism and is employed as a news cameraman for KJEO Channel 47, had never written a play before, but said the destruction around him brought something out. "The play itself is from fragments of things I've been through and I kind of brought them together for the story," he said. "What concerns me is that I have i wo kids (ages 7 and 10) going lose hool. and already there's signs of kids banding togetherto make trouble." And ii is trouble, which Gill has seen so much of. that he hopes the play will allow kids to avoid. It wasn't so long ago that Gill lost two nephews 10 iheir drug-cra/cd father when he took all their lives. "(Writing the play) is something I'd always thought I could do but never had the guts io." he said. "One of ihe emphasis here is ihat if you have a dream, don'i be afraid to go for it." The author said he chose a play because it was the only format in which students could interact with the matc- "I think there's a lack of contemporary material out there thai kids can get in io." he said. In addition, the play write warned that his work was unconventional because of the profanity and violence which he said is a pan of most street stories. "If this was done at the high school level, it would have to be toned down. bui I don't think it's any more violent newspaper Li^S^q By Suzanne Kayian C-OI » 1 Special to Insight Ob...Fishy, Fishy, Fishy, Fish— Chum and the Frenzy Photo courtesy the Fresno Metropolitan Museum Among the displays at the Fresno Metropolitan Museum is an earthquake simulator, which shakes up to 5.5 on the Richter scale. Disasters at the Met of the San Andreas fault. By stepping on it, children gain a quick understanding of the earth's movement. "I'd like to lake this home with me for exercise," said 14-ycar-old Kelly Smhh. TheCatch the Wind display details wind speed, turbulence, wind chill, force and flow by providing tools that impede the wind's path or float with it. Bumper Continents uses floating map plates on an air tabic to simulate the break up of Pangaea 220 million years ago. This geographical occurrence is called continental drift. The display shows how the earth shifts when huge plates grind away from each The "Nature's Fury" exhibition is designed lo move from the greal earth to the source of al I life, water. Sea Deep in Hoi Water offers a magnified view of undersea lava flow and the things that can live in the sunless rifi area of cooling rock such as tube worms. The mechanical arm from a submarine enhances ihc purpose of the exhibition's educational hands-on design by providing an opportunity to pick up a sea sponge. The Wave Tank displays the ocean tide's undcr-water effects on shoreline and how the results vary with the ocean's force. The Stream Table enables visitors to arrange a mock town, control the rate of water flow, visualize a river's course and better understand the reasons for flooding. "This corresponds with the valley's flood problems prior to Millcnon, "Delgado said. The Twister forms a tornado from an ultrasonic humidifier vapor that is forced into a spinning spiral column by concave walls. Visitors may pass a hand through the vapor to stop the twister then watch the vapor reform. " Wouldn 't it be neat if we could really do that?" said nine-year-old Scott Smith. Once hands have blocked the vapors, two-liquid filled bottles may be shaken to create a tornado-like vortex action. "The purpose of the "Nature's Fury " exhibition is to teach safety to everyone and the reality of how nature works." Delgado said. Those wishing to explore the mysterious wonders of the earth may visit The Fresno Metropolitan Art Museum from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. For more information, call 441-1444. In a musical world filled with rehashed heavy metal riffs, car-crunching grunge, weak pop tunes, and monotonous synthesizer bcais, Fresno locals Chum and the Frenzy's first release. Oh.. Fishy. Fishy. Fishy. Fish is a surprisingly pleasant contribution io the current music pool. If this quartet set out lo make a good album filled with seven originals moving to a funkified groove, they have succeeded. Oh . Fishy. Fishy. Fishy, Fish rocks from the opening "Inirothang/Goodbyc These Days" io the closing "Asleep Two Million Years/Alive!". Trying to highlight key player is difficult. James Preston's bass and Rob Scrivncr's drums lay the foundation, while Paul Karian's keyboards and pianos build a full, rich sound. Eddie Marks' refreshing guitar style is totally rock-on, without being assassinating. The opening of "Respect Your Mother", ihc second track, is a brilliant example of Chum and the Frenzy's tight and precise production. Recorded locally at SRS Studios, this independently produced CD has more enjoyable, high quality music on it than many current releases combined. Listening to the CD repeatedly. "Mainstream Ostrich" stands out. It is a good example of the power of Preston's wonderful vocal style His tranquil voice, with a slight Liverpudlian accent, sensually caresses the ear. Preston's smooth voice and Chum's serious groove succeed in making you feel immersed. Bui thesong isn'tclaus- trophobic at all. It is comforting, like being under the water, yet being able to breath. Thcclosingnumber" Asleep Two Million Years/Awake!" has always been a KFSR favorite. This incar- aiion of the song features a new ending with special performances by Jeff "Black Fry" Logan and Marquis "Quis" Bell, from Black Fry and Trojan Country Club, respectively. Logan and Bell are two of the best live Derformers in Fresno and it is nice to have something of theirs on CD, even if it is only just smidgin of a song. It would be worth your while to check out Oh... Fishy. Fishy. Fishy. Fish. This is an album that is produced locally, but ready for the real world. And then go see Chum live. See what the Frenzy is all about. Tannis Root Presents Freedom of Choice/Yesterday's New Wave Hits As Performed By Todays Stars The official title of this compilation is 'Tannis Rooi Presents Freedom of Choice/ Yesterday's New Wave Hits As Performed By Today's Stars." There arc many compilation albums out there with new artists covering everyone from R.E.M. io The Monkces. Whai scis this album apart is the combination of original new wave songs and today's alternative bands. If you grew up listening io new wave music you will get a kick out of the newer guitar-based grunge versions of some of that eras best pop songs. And if this is all new to you. you can discover some of today's alternative bands performing great pop songs that happen to be a decade old. The album features covers of songs by The Pretenders, Elvis Costello & The Attractions, Blondic, ihcGo-Gos, the B-52's and Devo, among others. Although, not ail the bands are familiar, the 1993 versions are preformed by some prime alternative acts. Bands like Sonic Youth, Redd Kross, Mudhoney. Supcrchunk and Yo La Tengo give us novel interpretations of songs we've all sung along to. The most interesting thing about this album is the placement of current bands and the original songs. Many of "today's stars" have their roots firmly planted in punk rock, yet most of these songs were considered light-weight in the days when punk rock met new wave. One of the highlights is the Go-Go's teen anthem "How Much More" performed by Los Angeles' Redd Kross. To hear the lyric, "I want to be that boy tonight, boy tonight/how much more can I take before I go crazy oh yeah, crazy oh yeah", sung by Jeffrey McDonald puts a quirky twist on a classic "girls song". As with many of the songs on this compilation, Mudhoney's cover of Elvis Costello's classic "Pump Ii Up" proves that some songs arc timeless. Mudhoney's version seizes ihe fun and intensity of Costcllo's version. It is great little song, but Mark Arm's voice just doesn't have quite the bile that Costcllo's carries. And then there are the song's everybody remembers. 'Tainted Love", originally recorded by Soft Cell. "Girl U Want" by Devo, Wall of Voodoo's "Mexican Radio", and Adam & The Ants' "Antmusic". 'Tainted Love" has always been a great song, but Soft Cell's version is awfully dated and seriously burnt out. They breath a new alternative spirit into a classic new wave song. This 18-song album, which dedicates all its proceeds to Planned Parenthood, is filled to the brim with covers of familiar songs, which will satisfy the pop purist as well as Ihe underground fanatic. See Barrio, page 6 Suzanne ggg* * gggj! Station Manager. TURNING FRESNO ON ITS EAR! Canipus radio sfafion KFSR 90.7 fm is accepting applications for the position of Public Affairs Director. This is a paid student assistant position, 15 hours per week. Deadline for applications is Friday March 5, 1993. Pick up applications in the Telecommunications office in the Speech Arts Building For more information call 278-2598 = Willow Ridge APTS.- 1&2BDRM. Corner Willow/Gettysburg (209)292-1009 SEND LETTERS TO THR EDITOR TO:BG<*?!"J??itt„S IEMBYTHE1NSIGH -MCKI-:HI1SKRM24I DfiTt Trench Desires Lingerie Sierra Vista Mall :$i\Valentines Specialr 110% OFF v y v Shaw & Clovis 299-6921 C Campus XHAI APARTMENTS FURNISHED OR UNFURNISHELX-Experience our 1 BEDROOM LOFT or THE ULTIMATE IN SHARED LIVING in our Double Studio. YOU SHARE ONLY THE KITCHEN Your Studio ii TOTALLY PRIVATE m Walk to campus *•" Weight Room »•■ Barbecue Areas *J Pool and Spa m- Bicycle Racks V 1475 Bulldog Lane 229-8556 I |