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Show CULTURE B3 STUDENT SPOTLIGHT Continued from B1 Fun & Success By Mindy Harward Culture Editor Everyone who has eaten Doritos chips knows what it's like to have that "cheesy dust" residue your fingers after the chips are gone. Dixon believes that licking this dust is a guilty pleasure for people, though they don't like to admit it. Claiming that the dust is almost the best part of eating Doritos, he came up with the idea of following an office worker doing whatever he can to partake in the dust, including licking someone else's finger and ripping off a coworker's pants. Richardson has the brief, albeit unforgettable, role of getting his pants ripped off He shared that this was not the way he expected to gain his fifteen minutes of fame, but he's not unhappy with it, though he shared that he's yet to be recognized from the role, at least without a little persuasion. "I was at Disneyland recently and we were talking about the commercial. [After that] someone wanted to take their picture with me, but it's not like they really recognized me." While the creative crew of the commercial got to see their commercial air live at the Super Bowl from a box seat in Dallas, Richardson was at a Super Bowl party in Utah, surrounded by fifty people and three film crews. He said that he "didn't actually see it air" because everyone was so excited and busy congratulating him. a Name: Ryan Ric ar son Year: Senior Major: Spanish After airing, the guys heard that both Judd Apatow, writer and director of Knocked Up and The 40-Year-Old Virgin, and infamous radio personality Howard Stern called "The Best Part" their favorite commercial of the 2011 bunch. The commercial also ranked number five as YouTube viewers' favorite. When asked how he felt about knowing that hundreds of millions of people have seen him in his underwear, Richardson said with a smile, "I think it's kinda awesome." Where are you from? Upland, California, which is east of L.A. What made you choose to come to UVU? My sister wanted to go to school in Utah and wanted someone to go with her. I moved with her and six months later, she moved home. I stayed, though. What are your post-UVU plans? I am currently working the business side at Rubberball Productions and Andersen Studios (where I work with some of the creators of "The Best Part") and am majoring in Spanish so I can do international business after graduation. What has been your favorite UVU class? Humanities with Elizabeth Leavitt What do you do when you're not a student? Do you have a job or any unusual or interesting hobbies? I make stupid videos with my friends and sometimes get recognition for them. I also am growing a tangerine, a kumquat and a banana tree in my apartment. What's the best movie you've seen in the past year? Photo courtesy of Ryan Richardson What about the worst movie you've seen in the past year and why? The Last Airbender. It was nothing like the cartoon. In your opinion, what is the most beautiful place on earth and why? Hawaii. I just love tropical climates. Zombies or vampires? Zombies, because now vampires are synonymous with Twilight. If you could share one piece of advice with your fellow students, what would it be? Do what you love to do. Find what you're passionate about and you can be successful and still have fun. True Grit We guarantee the lowest diamond prices! Major Depressive Disorder Can Leave You Feeling Alone... ":r74.73,t, Reach Out, We're Here Major depressive disorder (MDD) takes a toll on both a person's personal and professional life and can leave you feeling isolated and misunderstood. While there are many treatments available for MDD finding the right medication with minimal side effects will likely take some trial and error. Special Offer #1 Lifetime+ Warranty With a purchase over $1,500 you'll receive VIP pricing and three, 2-night hotel stays. With any purchase over $2,500 you'll also receive a 50 inch pearl strand and bracelet and 45% off any men's band. No prior sales apply. Offer good 3/112011 - 8/30/2011. 1344 South 800 East, Orem Southeast of University Mall 801-226-6006 60 East 10600 South, Sandy East of South Towne Mall 801-984-6870 6190 South State Street, Murray West of Fashion Place Mall 801-713-1900 f Some study-related care including the study drug, laboratory and specialized tests will be provided to you at no cost. Compensation for time and travel may also be available. Aspen Clinical Research 1215 South 1680 West Orem, UT 84058 801-356-5555 Mir 0 ierra---West. JEWELERS 32 Years of Brilliance... and counting. www.sierrawestjewelers.com www.sierrawest.blogspot.com Find us on Facebook Physicians in your area are conducting a research study of a new investigational medication for people with MDD. To qualify for participation you must be currently experiencing an MDD episode and have been successfully treated with anti-depression medication in the past. Ak GEM ORGANIC gF AFFORDABLE BURRITO Fresh, Healthy Fast. (801) 805 1870 1850 N State St. Provo |