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Student Newspaper of the University of Southern California Since 1912 | www.dailytrojan.com | VOL. 174, NO. 47 | Friday October 28, 2011 By Denise gonzalez Daily Trojan Women’s involvement in the science, technology, engineering and mathemati-cal subjects is higher than ever, as a great-er proportion of women have received mas-ter’s degrees in those fields than before. There was a 5.4 percent increase in mas-ter’s degrees awarded to female students in biological and agricultural sciences and an 11.1 percent increase in the number of master’s degrees awarded to female stu-dents in health science, according to the Council of Graduate Studies. This marks a trend in higher education, where women are excelling in fields that were traditionally dominated by men. Melora Sundt, associate dean for aca-demic programs, said the increase in in-volvement of women in these fields is ex-pected to change some long-standing biases. She said having more women in these fields of study can help them serve as role models, and become the rule rather than the exception in these fields. She said, however, that though more women are entering the STEM fields in a greater number, they have not had an im-pact in all of them. “You’ll find different proportions by type of major. Physics probably hasn’t reached parity yet,” Sundt said. “So, while the overall proportion may have shifted, it could be due to gains in particular areas, while others have remained the same or even decreased.” Alex White, an undeclared sophomore who plans to attend medical school, said she often feels the presence of the biases against women in her math and science classes. “[Men] look at me like I am not compe-tent and like I don’t know what I am do-ing,” White said. “It’s unfair but you can-not let people’s biases deter you from achieving your goals. You have to hold your own and not let that discourage you.” Sonia Hua, a junior majoring in geron-tology on the pre-health track, said she was aware of the historical lack of women in the health sciences field, but they nev-er prevented her from pursuing her goals. Instead, she said they made her more de-termined. “This bias hasn’t directly affected me in any way, I mean, no one approached me and told me I couldn’t be a doctor because I’m a female,” Hua said. “It shows both men and women that females can accomplish whatever they set out to achieve and that gender is not a factor. This is good news for me because there are positive statistics to support my decision to enter this field.” Michelle Leclair, a junior majoring in chemical engineering with an emphasis in petroleum engineering, said the bias against women has always existed but, as more women enter the science fields, that gender bias has disappeared. “There is a certain drive in myself and other engineers to compete with the men or out-compete in order to stand equally InDEX 2 · Quick hits 4 · Opinion 5 · Sports Extra 12 · Sudoku 14 · Classifieds 16 · Lifestyle Community By Cursta McCullom Daily Trojan Community reaction to The Village at USC, a residential and recreational plaza planned to replace USC-owned property north of Jefferson Boulevard, was mixed at an open house at the Galen Center Thursday. Cardinal Gardens, Century Apartments, the current University Village and other surrounding buildings will be torn down to construct a center that aims to modernize the area. The Village will include student housing, shops, restaurants and green space, according to its website. “The primary goal is to really enhance and improve the quality of life while we are living and going to school at USC,” said David Galaviz, executive director of local government relations for The Village. “We really want to create the best college culture for current and incoming students and we feel The Village can assist in that.” The plans for the center designate 300,000 square feet for classroom, artistic and presentation space, which Galaviz said is intended to improve the academic atmosphere. Additional housing in The Village for students, faculty and staff is intended to encourage students to informally meet with their professors in new locations. USC plans to furnish the reinvented Jefferson Boulevard with more lighting and possibly build a Dept. of Public Safety substation within the center. The Village will also be closed off from cars, allowing protected transportation on the walkways or bike lanes. Residents shared different attitudes toward USC’s expected redevelopment of Jefferson Boulevard. Residents unsure about The Village At an open house, community members had mixed reactions to the proposed plaza plan. | see Village, page 2 | Zhiyi Feng | Daily Trojan Meet the parents Mindy Pharris (right), an ambassador at the Ronald Tutor Campus Center, gives parents tours of the campus center Thursday as part of Trojan Family Weekend. Hundreds of parents are expected to visit campus this weekend. Events for parents include a Junior Trojan Scavenger Hunt and tours of Doheny Memorial Library. Find coverage of Saturday’s game against Stanford in our Sports Extra on Page 5. Science degrees awarded to women increases The number of female students receiving master’s degrees in health science increased 11.1 percent. Academics Spirit By Arlene Washington Daily Trojan The USC Spirit Leaders will debut a 40-foot banner to roll over student section Saturday at the student section to raise student spirit. A few minutes before kickoff against Stanford, spirit leaders in cooperation with Trojan Knights and Helenes will walk to the top of section 23 and direct students to hold their hands up for the banner to roll over them. The idea came from banners typically rolled over crowds at other sporting events, said Shana Schwartz, associate head coach of the Spirit Leaders. “In the past we’ve done card stunts and other things that haven’t been successful,” Schwartz said. “We had seen the banner at some professional soccer games and really began to look into this as one of our new ideas to raise school spirit along with the large trojan head f lag we run out during games.” The spirit leaders hope for the banner to appear at every home game. “Hopefully students will want to come earlier to be a part of this new tradition,” Spirit Leader Captain Emily Gee said. “I hope for this to be a symbol that our student section is there and supportive no matter what.” Josh DeMilta, a junior majoring in broadcast journalism, said the banner could help students show support for USC during the game. “A banner would help the student section be more spirited and I’m all for the idea,” DeMilta said. “We need something like this to become more cohesive as a group and really show our presence at the games.” Schwartz said she has been satisfied with the school spirit of the student section so far and believes this will only make it better. New banner to be unveiled Saturday Spirit Leaders hope the new 40-foot sign will enhance school spirit at home football games. | see Women, page 3 | Percent increase in master’s degrees awarded 2009 to 2010 Women Men Health science Biological and agricultural science 11.1 percent 5.6 percent 5.4 percent 8.5 percent Kate Mock | Daily Trojan
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Full text | Student Newspaper of the University of Southern California Since 1912 | www.dailytrojan.com | VOL. 174, NO. 47 | Friday October 28, 2011 By Denise gonzalez Daily Trojan Women’s involvement in the science, technology, engineering and mathemati-cal subjects is higher than ever, as a great-er proportion of women have received mas-ter’s degrees in those fields than before. There was a 5.4 percent increase in mas-ter’s degrees awarded to female students in biological and agricultural sciences and an 11.1 percent increase in the number of master’s degrees awarded to female stu-dents in health science, according to the Council of Graduate Studies. This marks a trend in higher education, where women are excelling in fields that were traditionally dominated by men. Melora Sundt, associate dean for aca-demic programs, said the increase in in-volvement of women in these fields is ex-pected to change some long-standing biases. She said having more women in these fields of study can help them serve as role models, and become the rule rather than the exception in these fields. She said, however, that though more women are entering the STEM fields in a greater number, they have not had an im-pact in all of them. “You’ll find different proportions by type of major. Physics probably hasn’t reached parity yet,” Sundt said. “So, while the overall proportion may have shifted, it could be due to gains in particular areas, while others have remained the same or even decreased.” Alex White, an undeclared sophomore who plans to attend medical school, said she often feels the presence of the biases against women in her math and science classes. “[Men] look at me like I am not compe-tent and like I don’t know what I am do-ing,” White said. “It’s unfair but you can-not let people’s biases deter you from achieving your goals. You have to hold your own and not let that discourage you.” Sonia Hua, a junior majoring in geron-tology on the pre-health track, said she was aware of the historical lack of women in the health sciences field, but they nev-er prevented her from pursuing her goals. Instead, she said they made her more de-termined. “This bias hasn’t directly affected me in any way, I mean, no one approached me and told me I couldn’t be a doctor because I’m a female,” Hua said. “It shows both men and women that females can accomplish whatever they set out to achieve and that gender is not a factor. This is good news for me because there are positive statistics to support my decision to enter this field.” Michelle Leclair, a junior majoring in chemical engineering with an emphasis in petroleum engineering, said the bias against women has always existed but, as more women enter the science fields, that gender bias has disappeared. “There is a certain drive in myself and other engineers to compete with the men or out-compete in order to stand equally InDEX 2 · Quick hits 4 · Opinion 5 · Sports Extra 12 · Sudoku 14 · Classifieds 16 · Lifestyle Community By Cursta McCullom Daily Trojan Community reaction to The Village at USC, a residential and recreational plaza planned to replace USC-owned property north of Jefferson Boulevard, was mixed at an open house at the Galen Center Thursday. Cardinal Gardens, Century Apartments, the current University Village and other surrounding buildings will be torn down to construct a center that aims to modernize the area. The Village will include student housing, shops, restaurants and green space, according to its website. “The primary goal is to really enhance and improve the quality of life while we are living and going to school at USC,” said David Galaviz, executive director of local government relations for The Village. “We really want to create the best college culture for current and incoming students and we feel The Village can assist in that.” The plans for the center designate 300,000 square feet for classroom, artistic and presentation space, which Galaviz said is intended to improve the academic atmosphere. Additional housing in The Village for students, faculty and staff is intended to encourage students to informally meet with their professors in new locations. USC plans to furnish the reinvented Jefferson Boulevard with more lighting and possibly build a Dept. of Public Safety substation within the center. The Village will also be closed off from cars, allowing protected transportation on the walkways or bike lanes. Residents shared different attitudes toward USC’s expected redevelopment of Jefferson Boulevard. Residents unsure about The Village At an open house, community members had mixed reactions to the proposed plaza plan. | see Village, page 2 | Zhiyi Feng | Daily Trojan Meet the parents Mindy Pharris (right), an ambassador at the Ronald Tutor Campus Center, gives parents tours of the campus center Thursday as part of Trojan Family Weekend. Hundreds of parents are expected to visit campus this weekend. Events for parents include a Junior Trojan Scavenger Hunt and tours of Doheny Memorial Library. Find coverage of Saturday’s game against Stanford in our Sports Extra on Page 5. Science degrees awarded to women increases The number of female students receiving master’s degrees in health science increased 11.1 percent. Academics Spirit By Arlene Washington Daily Trojan The USC Spirit Leaders will debut a 40-foot banner to roll over student section Saturday at the student section to raise student spirit. A few minutes before kickoff against Stanford, spirit leaders in cooperation with Trojan Knights and Helenes will walk to the top of section 23 and direct students to hold their hands up for the banner to roll over them. The idea came from banners typically rolled over crowds at other sporting events, said Shana Schwartz, associate head coach of the Spirit Leaders. “In the past we’ve done card stunts and other things that haven’t been successful,” Schwartz said. “We had seen the banner at some professional soccer games and really began to look into this as one of our new ideas to raise school spirit along with the large trojan head f lag we run out during games.” The spirit leaders hope for the banner to appear at every home game. “Hopefully students will want to come earlier to be a part of this new tradition,” Spirit Leader Captain Emily Gee said. “I hope for this to be a symbol that our student section is there and supportive no matter what.” Josh DeMilta, a junior majoring in broadcast journalism, said the banner could help students show support for USC during the game. “A banner would help the student section be more spirited and I’m all for the idea,” DeMilta said. “We need something like this to become more cohesive as a group and really show our presence at the games.” Schwartz said she has been satisfied with the school spirit of the student section so far and believes this will only make it better. New banner to be unveiled Saturday Spirit Leaders hope the new 40-foot sign will enhance school spirit at home football games. | see Women, page 3 | Percent increase in master’s degrees awarded 2009 to 2010 Women Men Health science Biological and agricultural science 11.1 percent 5.6 percent 5.4 percent 8.5 percent Kate Mock | Daily Trojan |