A St. Mary’s Student Publication since 1925 • Vol. 100 Issue 5 • April 18, 2012 • stmurattlernews.com

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Depression, anxiety concerns rising on campus Exclusive interview: SGA president Pablo Muniz Superheroes to battle for top spot at box o!ce

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Rattler Man’s energy supports athletic teams

Survial Guide Fiesta Oyster Bake

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What is being built in place of the McDonald’s on Culebra?

It is a McDonald’s. Basically, what they are doing is rebuilding the store. It’s their new building style and it’ll probably have new decor. It is where we completely tear down and rebuild it. It has a 90-day schedule, depending on weather. It should have a third window in the drive-thru and a second drive-thru. !e store will also have a co"ee bar.

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Alchohol and drug violations increase with Oyster BakeBy Jessica VallesEntertainment Editor

Do you feel safe atOyster Bake?

Klarissa LlanesSophomoreMarketing

“I didn’t. The cell phone service was really bad. I wasn’t able to get a hold of family and friends

and ended up having to walk around the whole festival until I found them.”

Reba CuppFreshmanPsychology

“I do feel safe. Mainly because the fences make me feel con!ned and seeing the police always patrolling.

Alexandria RodriguezFreshmanUndeclared Business

“Yes I do feel very safe because I know that St. Mary’s police will be there.”

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University Ministry planning to renovate prayer roomBy Stela KhuryContributing Writer

Psychological center reports increase in depression visitsBy Zachary NicholsonContributing Writer

“Student need to know that depression and anxiety are treatable, and we are here to help.”

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Extremists turn Trayvon Martin case into a dramatic media circus

ColinO'Donnell

Oyster Bake disrupts campus life, brings scholarship revenueOyster Bake is a fun, e!ective way to fund student scholarships

Student needs should be better addressed in future years

Alex Meyer

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Growth overwhelms students

Employers compromise privacy

AlexanderEakins

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Rudy AlvaradoSpeech CommunicationSenior

“The di!erent types of music it brings and chicken-on-a-stick."

Rosy ArreollaPsychologyJunior

“The "reworks on Friday. It gives a festive spirit to kick o! Fiesta."

Constantine StewartEnvironmental ScienceSenior

“I like the seafood, especially the fried oysters, it's tasty and not your usual seafood.”

Patricia SipesClass of 2010Alumna

“Fried oyster and sausage-on-a-stick. Food tastes so much better during Fiesta."

SGA president Pablo Muniz discusses plans for next yearBy Angelica RadacinskiSta! Writer

A preview of the food to be served at Oyster Bake 2012.By Mercedes KelsoSta! Writer

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By Katherine BenavidesNews Editor

Broga, yoga sessions designed just for men

* December Graduate** Master

The Residence Life Office would like to congratulate our

2011-2012 graduating staff members:

Thank you for your dedication and service to our office and St. Mary’s University.

For footage of students trying some broga moves, visit the Media section of:www.stmurattlernews.com

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All stars to playat Oyster Bake

Battle of the Bands winner talks future aspirationsBy Emily ArtalejoSta! Writer

By Angelica RadacinskiSta! Writer

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By Colin O’DonnellSta! Writer

By Joe RodriguezSports Editor

By Jessica VallesEntertainment Editor

Romantic comedy ties knot

By Briana PerezCommentary Editor

‘The Dark Knight Rises’ ‘The Avengers’

Prequel reveals history

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By Joe Rodriguez and Alexander EakinsSports Editor and Sta! Writer

Athletes help clean campus after Oyster Bake festivities

By Joe RodriguezSports Editor

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Mascot brings spirit and energy to campusBy Mercedes KelsoSta! Writer

MLB adds two more teams to playo!s

By Brian Magloyoan Sta! Writer

By Joe RodriguezSports Editor

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