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SPOTLIGHT The PlayStation Move debuted last month but over careful consideration and hours of debating, the Move kicks butt over the Wii. PG 24 ASCC hosted the annual volunteer fair on Oct. 6. Booths were set up in the Handy Campus Center, giving students the opportunity to socialize with other students involved in different campus clubs.

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INSIDE THIS EDITION The golf team is preparing a lot for this season as a whole, practicing as much as they can to prepare themselves for competition.

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PERSPECTIVES Take a first look at what Citrus Singers are doing in preperation for the upcoming performance, “All Shook Up.” PG 23

You can’t complain about the poor state of things unless you register and vote. Learn how to register to vote and then get out there and do it.

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LOCAL Man assaulted with knife at West Covina equestrian center Authorities said that a man was assaulted at an equestrian center Sunday night by a suspicious man with a knife. Lt. Allan Henley of the West Covina police said a West Covina resident was tending to a horse at Ridge Riders, in the 300 block of South Citrus Street, at 8:30 p.m. when a man lurking in the area surprised him and pulled out a knife. The man slashed the victim several times on the arms, and the victim was able to fight back and punched the man, Allan said. The victim, in his late 20s, suffered minor wounds. The suspect fled on foot, and police setup containment in the area, officials said. The assaulter was a white male believed to be in his 40s and wearing dark clothing.

The man was not located, Henley said.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS Jobs...Jobs....Jobs

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

The Student Employment Center, in ED 102, has many immediate and current employment opportunities from local employers. Whether you are looking for a permanent or holiday retail job, a clerical or food service job, or even a permanent job with UPS as a loader/unloader, we have the job for you! Come in today to get your referral before these jobs get filled. They will go fast.

Award-winning author Victor Villasenor, whose novel rain of Gold is a New York Times Bestseller, will be on campus Thursday, October 14 at 10 a.m. in the Campus Center East Wing. Villasenor’s presentation is co-sponsored by the Associated Students of Citrus College, the Office of Student Life, and the Latina Leadership Network. This free event is part of the college’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration.

VALLEY’S GOT TALENT

OH CANADA, THE WATERCOLORS

The Citrus College Foundation and the Citrus College Fine and Performing Arts Department will be presenting the first “Valley’s Got Talent” fundraiser at the Haugh Performing Arts Center on Sunday, January 30, 2011 at 2 p.m. Proceeds for the event will help support the Citrus College Foundation and the students of the Fine and Performing Arts Department at Citrus College. Modeled after some of the television’s most popular shows, local amateur singers, dancers and musicians of all ages will perform before an expected audience of about 1,400 people. Tickets are $20 per person and are on sale now. To purchase tickets, or for additional information, visit www.citruscollege.edu/foundation/talent.

A group of Citrus students under the direction of Instructor, Chris Van Winkle, traveled and sketched Canada in June 2010. They painted the beautiful Maritime Provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Cape Breton and old Quebec. You may see the results of their efforts this fall, in the gallery of the Citrus College Library. The art show is running between August 28 through October 23. For more information call the Hayden Memorial Library at (626) 914-8644 or visit www.citruscollege.edu.

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STATE California spent nearly half a billion on college freshmen who later dropped out, study finds A report says that over a five-year period, the state spent nearly half a billion dollars to educate first-year college students who dropped out before their sophomore year. The report found that California ranked first in the nation in the amount of taxpayer funds — $467 million — spent on students at four-year colleges who failed to return for a second year. The study, prepared by the Washington-based American Institutes for Research, analyzed federal data on retention rates at hundreds of four-year colleges and universities and states' education funding between 2003 and 2008. The dropout rate is about 15 percent for first-year students that do not return for a second year. At California public colleges, first-year dropouts accounted for about $466 million in state funding in the five years studied. Federal grants to those students totaled almost $61 million. California Supt. of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell agreed that colleges and universities could operate more efficiently in moving students toward graduation. But he said state-imposed budget cuts that have slashed classes, increased student fees and reduced staff are more of a hindrance.

"My impression is that we need to make a greater investment in higher education" he said. "Too many students are being forced to take on a second or third job. The lack of adequate college funding has led to fewer classes being offered, which extends the number of years it takes to finish."

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NATIONAL Obama ends ban on deep-water oil drilling in Gulf of Mexico Nearly six months after the nation’s worst oil disaster, the Obama administration on Tuesday said it had formally lifted its moratorium on deep-water drilling in the Gulf of Mexico. The Obama administration ordered the moratorium on May 27 after the BP oil disaster. As part of the decision, the Obama administration said it would continue with tougher safety requirements designed to prevent a repeat of the April 20 explosion and fire on an offshore oil rig that killed 11 workers.

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INTERNATIONAL Many killed in bus, train collission in Ukaraine A train locomotive rammed through a stalled passenger bus on a railroad crossing in eastern Ukraine on Tuesday, killing 43 people and injuring eight others as the bus was pushed 300 meters (yards) down the tracks. Investigators said the bus driver ignored the siren of the oncoming train, and the bus stalled on the tracks as the driver tried to shift gears. Witnesses said the driver also ignored a red light.

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California governor signs transfer bill Courtney Mitchell Clarion Editor in Chief

The Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act was passed by California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger on Monday, Oct. 3 and starting Fall 2011, students attending community colleges will now be able to obtain a specific associates degree designed to guarantee acceptance to California State Universities for those who meet the requirements.

There are 112 colleges that serve approximately 2.9 million students annually and according to the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office, about 50,000 community college students transfer to the CSU system each year.

California Colleges Chancellor Jack Scott, as well California State University Chancellor Charles Reed, supports the Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act (STAR). “[STAR] will ease transfer for community college students who want to continue their educational goals at a four year college,” Scott said in a press

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California Gov. Arnold Schwarzengger signed the Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act on Oct. 3, which will guarantee community college students a transfer degree when certain requirements are met.

release. “I feel now is the time for this reform to take place.

Students would take 60 credit hours that fulfill CSU general education requirements (IGETC)

and then be admitted as upper division transfers.

This degree also prohibits the CSU system from requiring community college students to repeat

any courses already taken at community college that count towards a degree.

In addition, it would prohibit the CSU system from imposing

additional requirements for a student’s eligibility and admission.

Lately, earning four-year degrees has been difficult.

But thanks to the new transfer degree, students will be able to transfer and graduate faster.

However, some students remain skeptical.

“Since the requirements for an associates degree and the new transferring degree are similar, a lot of students will aim to obtain the transfer degree because it guarantees them admissions.

What if the situations in our schools doesn't get any better and the four-years can’t accept anymore students? The Cal State system will be fishing through applicants fighting to get into these already impacted programs but under the new degree, they will be mandated to accept them,” 22 year-old political science and religious studies major Jose Ramirez said.

However, many are staying positive. “The passing of SB 1440 should give our Cal States transfer bound students an upper hand in the admissions process, however, only time will tell,” Counselor Rafeal Herrera said.

Citrus plays part in community college summit Joseph Thorne Clarion Staff Writer

Citrus College participated in historic White House Summit on Community Colleges on Oct. 5 in Washington, D.C. It was the first ever national summit addressing the importance of community colleges.

As part of the effort to illustrate their significance, students were asked to submit a “My College Story” through the White House website.

Two videos of Citrus students are featured on the website, including a link to the “My Citrus Story” homepage.

The “My Citrus Story” site features thirty-four Citrus alumni thus far.

Sam Lee, dean of language arts, says that this project is not about spotlighting the achievements of specific students or of the college.

It is about stressing the importance of community colleges to our education system. And they are important.

In just one decade the U.S. went from number one to number nine internationally for the proportion of young people with college degrees.

Second lady, Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, believes the solution lies in community colleges.

She thought it was time to stand up for “one of America’s best-kept secrets,” as she calls community colleges.

Though we have one of the

best university systems in the world, this is not enough for the nation’s higher education.

Four-year universities are not suitable for—and cannot nearly accommodate—every student, and community colleges are a great option.

“Community colleges are at the center of Americans’ effort to educate our way to a better economy,” Biden said.

One of her main speaking points was the importance of an educated workforce. Biden says that if we let other nations pass us in education, more and more jobs will move overseas, to more skilled workers.

President Obama also spoke at the summit.

He talked about the American Graduation Initiative 2009: “I promised that we would end wasteful subsidies to big banks for student loans…and to make an historic investment in community colleges.”

The plan also involves increasing financial aid for students. This is all part of an effort to increase the number of college degrees awarded to five million in 2020.

“It’s very nice to see the attention toward community colleges on a national level,” Lee said of the summit.

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Second lady Jill Biden led a community college summit at the White House on Oct. 5, where Citrus College took a part in.

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What you missed at the Oct. 12 meeting -A science workshop about Crime Scene Investigation will take place in the Life Science Building room 118 on Oct. 23 from 9to 11:30 p.m.

-A photo gallery titled “Hair Fest” will be in the Citrus College Library from Oct. 18 – 30 and will be hosted by the cosmetology program.

-Citrus College Film Association will be hosting a film festival to bring all students together through the art of original films. The Festival will be on Friday Dec. 3 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the entire Campus Center. Citrus College Film Association will have an Information Booth on October 13th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Campus Center Mall.

-In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month the Cosmetology Club will be having a clothing drive. It will be on Oct.18 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Cosmetology Department.

Nancy Alkana Courtney Mitchell Clarion Staff Writers

The term “scholarship” often sounds like a foreign language to students. The reality is that scholarships can potentially save a student thousands of dollars when trying to cover the cost of an education and are easier than you think to track down.

Scholarships are considered “free money” and are to be used for college expenses only.

The difference between a loan and a scholarship is a loan is money that is borrowed and must be paid back as opposed to scholarships are yours to keep.

Scholarships can be awarded through colleges, clubs, organizations, charitable foundations, businesses, and government agencies.

The myth that candidates must be an “A” student to qualify is simple untrue. Although a high grade point average may help academically, there are other scholarships one can qualify for such as athletic, community service, ethnic and religious, heritage, and hobby schlolarships.

Finding scholarships can be extremely time consuming though. However, a workshop which took place on campus Friday, Oct. 1, helped students not only understand what a scholar-

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE Little People of America (George Bock Charitable Trust) Eligibility: 1.LPA Members Application Due Date: No Due Date http://www.lpaonline.org/mc Vanguard Minority Scholarship Program Eligibility: 1. Full time in a four- year 2. U.S. Citizen 3. Minimum G.PA. 3.0 4. Study: business, finance, economics, or accounting Application Due Date: Nov. 30, 2010 http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/vanguard

ship is but also how to apply and when the deadlines are.

Google or Bing search engines can help students find more information on how to apply for scholarships and which ones are available. However, be careful as to what scholarships you are applying for and through what system.

For example collegeboard.com offers a scholarship search. The website asks a few personal questions such as your gender, citizenship and minority background. Through this information, they will compile a list of scholarships that you

Vanguard Women in Information Technology Scholarship Program Eligibility: 1. Must be female 2. Full time student at a four year 3. Be U.S. Citizen/ permanent resident Application Due Date: Nov. 30, 2010 http://sms.scholarsipamerica.org/vanguardwomenintechnology/guidelines.htm How Obscene is This!

Eligibility: 1. Must be 19/ younger Application Due Date: Oct. 31, 2010 Application Type: Film and short essay http://www.ncac.org/film-contest/Rules

may qualify for.

Collegeboard.com states that, there are more than 2,300 sources of college funding with a total of almost $3 billion in available aid.

Other good websites for finding available scholarships are studentscholarships.org and collegescholarships.org, which allow students to find scholarships based on their major, their state of residence or student type.

When writing a scholarship application, make sure you type neatly and follow the instructions

Performing Arts Outreach Program Scholarship Eligibility: 1. Be a U.S. Citizen/ Permanent Resident Application Due Date: Dec. 30, 2010 http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_i d=129550667085075 Action Volunteering Eligibility: 1. Volunteer 2. No Citizenship Required Application Due Date: Nov. 1, 2010 http://www.actionvolunteering.com/apply. htm

exactly as intended. Also, read that application thoroughly before beginning the process to make sure you qualify and that you are meeting the deadline.

Another tip is to have reference letters. Ask someone in advance who is reliable, someone who has known you for longer than a year, and isn’t a relative, to write a decent letter for you.

They should be able to give enough information about you without bragging.

Here are some of the scholarships that were discussed, in case you missed the meeting:

Discovering college resources for success Donna Davey Clarion Staff Writer

Citrus College held an Employment Exploration Brunch for students who are disabled, displaced by unemployment or re-entering college.

Representatives from Financial Aid, Workforce Development, EOPS, Student Employment, DSP&S, CalWORKS and Vocational Technical Education Funding were on hand to explain the various resources each department has to offer to the students at Citrus.

Dr. Kim Holland, Director of Workforce Development and Dr.

Irene Malmgren, Vice-President of Academic Affairs hosted the event held in the Student Center on Sep. 30.

Each department had a table where students could ask questions of the of the representative and each student was asked what their specifics needs were to be successful at Citrus.

The focus of the brunch was to expose the students to the resources available.

For those students in need of financial advice and resources, Linda Merlo of the Financial Aid Office was on hand to answer questions regarding obtaining grants, loans and scholarships.

Sara Gonzales-Tapia, Director of EOP&S, CARE and CalWorks explained many resource options for those students receiving state assistance like AFDC. For those students that are pursuing a technical or vocational career, Naomi Avilia, a Counselor for the Career, Technical and Continuing Education Department explained that her department can assist students in finding the best way to achieve their academic goals to get into the work-force quickly.

Tedd Goldstein, Supervisor for Student Employment Services and his staff help students find employment that allow stu-

dents to earn an income while attending classes.

For those students who have disabilities, Vince Mercurio in the DSP&S Center has several resources to help disabled student be more successful in college.

These resources are not new to Citrus and are a small portion of the resources that the college has to offer.

For more information on these and other available resources, visit the Citrus website at www.citruscollege.edu.

Earthquake drill scheduled for California Natalie Miranda Clarion Entertainment Editor

A “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” campus wide earthquake drill is scheduled for Oct. 21 at 10:21 a.m., in conjunction with the Great California ShakeOut. Over 6.7 million people are expected to participate in the drill that is expected to last for approximately one minute.

At the time of the drill, all staff and faculty are expected to lead their class and those nearby to drop, cover and hold.

“Our goal is campus safety, and

we are doing our best to minimize the inconvenience the drill may post to the college community.

Many members of the college community have expressed their gratitude for the college’s efforts to enhance planning, training, and drilling,” said Geraldine M. Perri, Ph.D., superintendent/president of Citrus College in a previous statement regarding the campus wide drill.

In order to make students aware of the earthquake drill and prepare them, ASCC will be showing a four-minute video in the campus center on Oct. 19-20 at 8:30 a.m.,

10 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 2:45 p.m., 5:15 p.m. and 7:25 p.m. On Oct. 21 they will be showing it at 8:30 a.m., 10:21 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 2:45 a.m., 5:15 p.m., and 7:25 p.m.

“It’s just a couple of minutes,” Adrienne Thompson, student activities supervisor said. “It’s just talking about what to do during the earthquake drill.”

“I think it’s good that we are all aware of what we need to do and where we need to go,” Laura Carter, 24, esthetician, said of the campus-wide drill.

Not all students are aware of the drill that is to take place, but Mari-

cel Pangan, 34, a nursing major, knows to go under a “desk or go under a door.” According to www.shakout.org, everywhere in California is considered a high risk for earthquake hazards and the Great California ShakeOut is designed to get “people and organizations better prepared for major earthquakes” and also practice how to protect themselves in the event of an earthquake.

For more information on the Great California ShakeOut, and how to better prepare yourself in the event of an earthquake, visit www.shakeout.org.

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‘My Citrus/College Story’ debuts in D.C. Jonathan Petitt Clarion Staff Writer

Samuel Lee, dean of language arts at Citrus College is the creative mind behind “My Citrus Story”

spiring stories from students.

Lee began to gather information in September 2008.

Some of the first submissions were stories from a high school dropout who came to Citrus 25 years after and a single mother

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Students from Citrus College were well represented at the first ever community college summit on Oct. 5 in Washington D.C. Convened at the White House at the behest of President Barack Obama, the gathering community college leaders were chaired by second lady Dr. Jill Biden, who teaches at a community college in Northern Virginia.

Prior to the opening of the summit, community colleges around the country were asked to participate through posting on the Internet.

Samuel Lee, Ed. D., dean of language arts and foreign languages at Citrus College, took up the call, posting stories of successful Citrus College students.

Lee first thought of “My Citrus Story” in 2008 when the Center for Innovation was done being

built.

“I wanted to plan some art for this building, (Center for Innovation) so together we formed the CFI Art Commission and discussed what type of are we wanted,” said Lee. “The CFI Art Commission and I concluded that we wanted poster scenes of students that showed how their lives changed from Citrus,” said Lee. The main point “My Citrus Story” wanted to make was how a student has changed for the better and highlight how education changed them.

Since the economy was doing poorly some believed that this new project would not be the best idea.

So the CFI Art Commission put a hold on the meetings and the art.

On Oct. 29 e-mails were sent out to all deans and faculty around campus telling them what “My Citrus Story” was. The e-mail was to encourage the staff to gather in-

Across 1 White whale chaser 5 Cannes clergymen 10 Foam ball maker 14 Island nation near Tonga 15 Wild animal 16 Leaf-to-branch angle 17 Difficult youngster 18 Jolly holiday visitor 19 Underground missile launch site 20 Was disappointed, as with a performance 23 Shrinking Asian sea 24 GPA booster 25 Out-of-the-ordinary brews 31 Lewd material 32 Compassion from the judge 36 DDE opponent 37 Attorney general under Ronald Reagan 40 Big Band __ 41 Smudges in a psychological test

43 Lascivious look 44 Calm by nature 48 __ Arabia 51 Not worth debating 52 She replaced Paula Abdul as an "American Idol" judge 58 1999 Ron Howard film 59 __ Mountains: southcentral U.S. range 60 Term referring to a prev. citation 62 Actress Hatcher 63 Mournful music 64 Stun 65 Spoken 66 Seven Dwarfs' only beardless member 67 Spud's buds Down 1 Ohio's Wright-Patterson, e.g.: Abbr.

2 Give the job to 3 Sink-cleaning brand 4 Very small role

5 1970s-'80s FBI bribery sting 6 Fab Four member 7 Ruination 8 Cornerstone abbr.

9 Attack à la Brutus 10 '70s tennis star Ilie 11 They're marked with lit signs 12 Lead the life of ___ 13 Plant life 21 Bard's "before" 22 Spooky 25 Actor Morales 26 Mutant super-heroes co-created by Stan Lee 27 Mammoth feature 28 Hallowed 29 Third shoe width beyond D 30 Naval Acad. grad 33 __-do-well 34 Canadian tribe 35 Lawn party site 37 NBA Hall of Famer Hayes 38 John or Jane

39 Map feature with an elev.

42 Torment diabolically 43 Left on the table, as a bet 45 Come out 46 Organ grinder's pet 47 "Annabel Lee" poet 48 Tend 49 Birch family tree 50 Prefix with violet 53 Connecticut senator Chris 54 Basso Pinza 55 "The World According to __" 56 "Buy It Now" online site (and where vowels were bought for 20-, 25-, 37-, 44- and 52-Across?)

57 Magnitude 61 __ Moines Crossword puzzle courtesy of McClatchy-Tribune Serives Find answers at: www.theclariononline.com

with four children.

“The type of person who makes a good ‘My Citrus Story’ candidate is someone who has discovered something surprising and life-changing as a result of taking classes at Citrus College and interacting with our employees,” Lee says.

After all the information regarding the stories was gathered the idea of putting the students story with their picture was adopted. Mick Curran manages the whole process with help from Jasmine Helm and Jolie Elman.

The photographs are the main aspect that draws people in to the whole project. Former Clarion photo technician, Roy LaBomme, is responsible for the outstanding pictures.

The first poster with a picture published was that of Lorry Williams.

The most inspiring story for Lee was of Christian Ramirez.

This story tells how Ramirez first placed in basic courses at Citrus.

From doing poorly in his classes he gained inspiration from his professors. With their help he learned how to study better and started doing extremely well in his classes.

He then became the president of the both the Rotaract Club and Latinos Unidos Student Association and also a senator of ASCC. He was later recognized as one of the 2010 Coca-Cola Bronze Scholars and Citrus College Man of the Year. He has since been accepted into UCLA. All in all “My Citrus Story” is a great way of telling the story of people who have gone to Citrus and the benefits that this school has to offer Lee explained.

This collection of stories, which is work in progress, can be found at www.citruscollege.edu/mycitrusstory.

OCTOBER 13, 2010 A collection of watercolor artwork, titled “Oh Canada!” hangs in the Hayden Memorial Library art gallery. The paintings were done by 11 local artists who were mentored by Lifelong Learning Instructor Chris Van Winkle.

The artwork is the artist’s interpretation of Canada and the gallery will be open until Oct. 23.

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Watercolor gallery shines in library Sonny Giordano Clarion Staff Writer

A beautiful collection of watercolor paintings is on exhibit in theHayden Memorial Library now until Oct. 23. The collection titled “Oh Canada!” is the work of 11 local artists led by Lifelong Learning instructor Chris Van Winkle. The group of artists traveled to the breathtaking Maritime Provinces of Canada to capture the natural beauty of Nova Scotia, Old Quebec, and New Brunswick.

The paintings are vivid and often more dynamic and expressive than a photograph.

Each piece serves as an interpretation of Canadian beauty by a talented artist.

Subjects range from interpretations of scenery, to explosive and expressive portraits of landscape, buildings and daily life.

“Room With A View” by Pauline Crabb is solidly lined, straightforward, but extremely bright and alive. A close up building, an open window and bright curtains catch the eye.

“Return of The Cod” painted by Van Winkle himself is a dark, gritty, almost graphic portrayal of fishermen at work.

The yellow rain coats jump through layers of chunky atmosphere, showing man in tune with and struggling against the sea itself.

Van Winkle’s “Chateau Frontenac, Quebec City” is an even more lively work.

Loose, bold and intense, the building creeps from the deep colors to eventually jump from the canvas.

Mary Gilman’s “Laundry, Cape Breton” is a picturesque snapshot of a quaint and familiar scene. Thanks to the beautiful brushwork, laundry hanging on a line in the backyard becomes anything but ordinary.

For those students who can’t make the trip to the Great White North, a short walk to the Hayden Memorial Library art gallery might satisfy that wanderlust, at least temporarily. Many of the paintings are for sale, so visitors can take a piece of Canada home.

Natalie Miranda, Citrus College Clarion

ABOVE: “Cavendish Inlet,” painted by Jennifer Gustafson (top) offers viewers a oneof-a-kind view of a vast body of water in Canada. For those that have never seen a lobster house, they can see an illustration of one in “Lobster House” by Laurel Erpenbeck (bottom).

LEFT: Observers at the art gallery in the Hayden Memorial Library can view a vast majority of watercolor paintings depicting Canadian landmarks.

Natalie Miranda, Citrus College Clarion

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Newcomer runs over competition Isreal Mejia

Clarion Staff Writer

He never ran in high school, but he’s making up for lost time.

Michael Guajardo, an 18-year-old resident of San Dimas, who graduated from Excellence in Education Academy, a private high school located in Monrovia, has joined the Citrus cross country team with one goal in mind: success.

Guajardo plans to transfer to Stanford University, and when he gets there, he hopes to join the Stanford Cardinals cross-country team.

While his drive for an education keeps him focused, his family is also an inspiration. His grandfather, Fernando Sarabia, was a statewide cross-country winner from Roosevelt High School in 1938. His mother, Rosanna Sarabia won the Western League Championship and the CIF Cross Country City Championship for Pacific Palisades High School in 1981.

“Running isn’t like any other sport, it’s tougher,” Guajardo said.

During a race, the cross-country runner goes through three states of mind: the beginning, the middle and the end of a race, Guajardo said.

First, he has to imagine the course and envision when he will release his energy. Then, as he is running the course, he has to adjust himself to it. Finally, he has to get ready for the finish, give it his all and then stop.

Some observers think that cross-country is a competition between the runner and all the other runners, but Guajardo rejects that notion. A runner competes against himself, the pain and the urge to quit, until he crosses the finish line.

He said that he does the most thinking as he nears the end. At this point the ex-

hausted runner has to decide whether to finish or to quit.

“I guess this what they call the ‘wall,’” Guajardo said. “I tell myself to move through the pain. The pain is the runner I must pass in order to finish. Once I’ve successfully passed him and the finish is in sight, I fly.”

Many people are afraid to fail, to make a mistake or admit to pain, but Professor Nikki Shaw, Citrus cross-country coach said that Guajardo is different, he acknowledges his pain in order to learn from it and grow.

“It’s not about what makes a good or bad runner.” Shaw said. “It’s about being a different kind of runner. It’s about having passion.”

Guajardo was a slow teammate but now he has shown what he is capable of.

He made it first from his team, ranking at 70 out of 129 runners at the Western State Conference Meet Preview on Sept.

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He finished the four-mile race faster than all the other men on the team at 24 minutes and two seconds.

While competing with the state’s best runners he came in first from his team again and improved his time by a minute and a half. Right before the WSC Preview in Costa Mesa he also was the first Citrus Runner to make the finish line.

“Whether or not I’m the first person from Citrus to finish isn’t really important to me,“ said Guajardo, “We work as a team, and I’m always very happy with my course times.”

He is working not only to improve himself but also so the team does well this season at the WSC Championships on Oct. 26 in Cresenta Valley Park, Glendale, CA. Alexander Rodriguez, also a first-time

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Michael Guajardo is determined to succeed during this cross country season.

runner this semester, met Guajardo on the first day of practice, and they have been friends ever since.

“Michael is an amazing runner,” Rodriguez said. “He has a great talent for it, and he is definitely a motivator. I train and run harder because I want to beat him and get faster.”

On Saturday, Guajardo came in first for Citrus once again at the Southern California Preview hosted at Mission Bay Park in San Diego.

The next cross-country meet is at the Mt. SAC Invite in Walnut at 10 a.m.

Cross-country: more than a competition Emilio Buenrostro Clarion Staff Writer

In cross country, runners typically push themselves to the brink of exhaustion.

For Citrus College freshman Taylor Oberlander, the support of her teammates fuels her personal drive as well as her love for the sport.

The main reason she participates in cross country, Oberlander said, is not winning awards, gaining recognition, or the possibility of taking her talents to the university level.

“The reason for my choosing to run cross country is the people. I love distance runners. They are very down to earth,” she said.

Oberlander, who ran for three years for the Glendora High School Tartans, noticed early on that the amount of dedication and effort needed at the collegiate level is much more demanding than the high school level.

“At this point you’re competing on a team you’re a little more serious about,” said Oberlander. “Running is a hard sport mentally and physically, but you just have to make sure you’re ready.

Despite several other college options, including one out-of-state school, Oberlander ultimately decided that it would be best to run for Citrus.

Aside from the close proximity from campus to her home, Oberlander was impressed by what she saw in the Citrus team.

“It’s a small team,” said Oberlander. “I see potential in this team.”

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Taylor Oberlander hopes to take her talent to the next level during every cross country meet.

The 5’4 freshman has also taken the role of being one of the leaders for the female squad.

“Taylor brings joy, laughter and hard work to the team,” said Gabriela Ortiz, a freshman runner from Baldwin Park.

“At the beginning we didn’t have a leader for the girls, but Taylor just took the

role. She’s very good at it too. She pushes the girls to be their best and puts hard effort into our practices.”

Nicki Shaw, head coach of the Citrus cross country team, reflected on the competitive nature, desire and personality that she says Oberlander brings to the team.

“Taylor is passionate about everything she does,” Shaw said. “It’s exciting being around her because she’s truly investing in living. It shows in her running and her care for her teammates.”

Although she has been limited to only two races this season due to an injury, Oberlander has definitely exceeded expectations thus far, according to Shaw.

“Taylor – as well as all of our women – has exceeded expectations,” said Shaw.

“As a young team, they have worked hard together to train well. It’s a very warm group to coach.”

With four meets left in the season, Oberlander is continuing to work hard to get the Owls to the finals. In the two 5K races she competed in this season, she posted overall times of 22:26 at the Fresno Invite, and 22:04 at the OCC Classic, respectively.

To Oberlander, education is her top priority, where she ultimately hopes to major in linguistics.

As for her athletic career, Oberlander said that she cherishes the thought of being recruited by a university, but she won’t be disappointed if the opportunity never comes.

“Whatever I get from it, I enjoy it,” said Oberlander. “I’m happy with whatever I’m doing as long as I’m running.”

Catch up on Owls sports IN FOOTBALL NEWS: Oct. 2 game- Loss 57-44 against San Bernardino Highlights: San Bernardino’s head coach, Kevin Emerson, resigned as Citrus head coach at the end of the 2008 football season. Running back Brandon Stansell had the fourth best rushing game in program history with 266 rushing yards.

Oct. 9 game- Loss 28-14 against Riverside Highlight: defensive back Kevin Puckett recorded a team high of 10 tackles.

The Owls next game will be held on Oct. 16 at Chaffey at 1 p.m.

IN VOLLEYBALL NEWS: Oct. 1 game- Loss with a straight set of 13-25, 17-25 and 14-25 against Santa Barbra Highlights: Lindsey Mitchell had a team high of 10 kills. Lauren Walsh at 19 assists. Isabel Pardo had a team high of 19 digs.

Oct. 5 game- Loss in four sets of 19-25, 25-21, 23-25 and 14-25 against LA Pierce.

Highlight: Lauren Walsh had 39 assists. This is her highest number of assists for the season.

Oct. 8 game- Win with a straight set of 25-15, 25-10 and 25-5.

Highlight: Irena Vig had a game high of 16 assists. This is the first time that anyone other than Lauren Walsh has led the team with assists.

The Owls next game will be held on Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. against Bakersfield.

IN MEN’S SOCCER NEWS: Oct. 1 game- Loss 4-0 against LA Mission Oct. 5 game- Loss 3-0 against Santa Barbra Oct. 8 game- Loss 2-0 against Allan Hancock The Owls next game will be held on Oct. 15 at Glendale at 7 p.m.

IN WOMEN’S SOCCER NEWS: Oct. 1 game- Win 2-0 against Glendale Highlight: Goal Keeper Laura Guzman earned her fourth shut-out of the year.

Oct. 5 game- Loss 3-0 against LA Pierce Oct. 8 game- Loss 1-0 against Canyons Highlight: Laura Guzman recorded four saves and her fifth shutout of the year.

The Owls next game will be held on Oct. 15 against LA Mission at 3 p.m.

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Meet the team Sarah Bowmen is a freshman who attended Avalon High School. She did not play golf in high school but participated in cross country and basketball.

Janelle-Marie Del Mundo is a sophomore who attended Etiwanda High School, she played in the 2009 season, shot a 105 best in the Western State Conference final, she played varsity basketball in high school.

Taylor Cartwright is a freshman who attended San Dimas High school. Although she did not play golf in high school, she did participate in varsity tennis.

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The women’s golf program at Citrus has grown from three to seven players, enough to actually hold a team.

Second-year team member Melissa Salas, 21, hopes to get a scholarship to a four-year university. She is undecided on her major but has expressed interest in culinary school.

Salas had been playing softball for 16 years prior to joining the golf team.

After playing two years on the softball team at Citrus, golf caught her attention.

Her average score is 99 with a 32 handicap. Being fairly new at the sport, that’s not a bad score compared to some beginners. The average score for a seasoned player is about 100 with no handicap.

When asked how the team will do this year, she said, “The team looks great this year and has a high morale.”

Last year, only three women were on the team, two of them first-timers. This proved to be a disadvantage when it came to tournaments because a full team consists of six players.

However, they participated as individuals in matches where a full team is not required to play.

This season there are seven women on the team, of which six will be travelling to tournaments Janelle Del Mundo, 24, is the second returning player on the women’s golf team. She is a nursing major and hopes to transfer to Azusa Pacific University or Cal State Los Angeles. Her average score is 110 with a 32 handicap.

Del Mundo has been playing for two years and decided to pick up the sport after she realized she wanted to play a lifelong sport so that even in her old age, she would be able to enjoy the sport of golf.

A common misconception about golf is that it’s a lax sport, meaning a lot of people say that golf is a sport for lazy people, or that golf is not a difficult sport.

This, of course, is wrong. Golf is a sport that requires a lot of walking, and walking with a 25-pound bag of golf clubs.

However, having to walk 18 holes

while lugging around a 25-pound bag and keeping your focus the whole time is very difficult.

The team is preparing a lot for this season as a whole, practicing as much as possible to prepare themselves for competition.

This season brings five fresh faces to the tee.

Sarah Bowman, 24, is a graduate from Avalon High School. Taylor Cartwright, 18, who is a graduate from San Dimas High School. Jennifer Heyboer, 20, graduated from Los Altos High School. Janae Macias, 18, and Jazmine Mills, 24, are both alumni of West Covina High School.

The next tournament will be on Oct. 18 at Robinson Ranch Valley Course in Santa Clarita. Tee time is at 10a.m.

Janae Macias is a freshman who attended West Covina High School. During high school she prepped for varsity season and qualified for the first round of CIF as a senior. She also was a member of the West Covina swim and water polo teams.

Jazmine Mills is a freshman, attended West Covina High school and played one year of varsity golf there.

Jennifer Heyboer is a freshman who attended Los Altos High school.

She did not play golf in high school.

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HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

OCTOBER 13, 2010

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Robert Clemente, Hall of Fame inductee was the first Hispanic player to serve on the Players Association Board and to reach 3,000 hits. (www.infoplease.com)

CELEBRATING

HISPANIC

HERITAGE MONTH

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Franklin Chang-Diaz, in 1986, flew a total of seven space-shuttles missions. The first female hispanic astronaut was Ellen Ochoa, whose first of four shuttle missions were in 1991. (www.infoplease.com)

Energetic dancer, singer, and actress Rita Moreno was born Rosa Dolores Alverio in Puerto Rico to a family of independent farmers. She moved to New York City with her mother at age five and went on to become one of the few people to win an Oscar, a Tony, an Emmy, and a Grammy throughout her long career. (starpulse.com)

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Octaviano Larrazolo was elected in 1928 to finish the term of New Mexico senator Andieus Jones, who died in office. He served six months before falling ill and stepping down; he died in 1930. The first Hispanic senator to serve an entire term (and then some) was Dennis Chavez, of New Mexico, who served from 1935 to 1962. (www.infoplease.com)

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Carlos Santana has been a well-established musician for decades. When “Supernatural” was released in 1999, it was the beginning of an industry phenomenom, the album went 15-times RIAA platinum in the U.S. alone, nearly double that globally, the #6 best-selling album in SoundScan history. “Supernatural” spent 102 weeks on the Billboard chart including 12 weeks at #1. (santana.com)

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Proving nothing is impossible Sonny Giordano Clarion Staff Writer

Q&A

Citrus College student Ana Robles has taken a tenacious “can do” approach to her entire life, and that includes her education. Robles, 22, is in her first year at Citrus, and she has overcome more than the typical obstacles of acquiring a degree.

Born with Cerebral Palsy, Scoliosis, and three months premature Robles has fought and prevailed against difficult circumstances from the start.

A wheelchair was a major part of her childhood but when she began using a walker at age 10 she vowed to herself to spend as much time walking free as she could.

Majoring in Psychology, Robles hopes to dedicate her life to counseling teens and pre-teens with disabilities.

She plans to get her AA or BA from Citrus and possibly transfer to Cal Poly Pomona or The University of La Verne.

Robles is the first person in her entire family to graduate high school and attend college.

Robles underwent her first major surgery at age three and has had at least seven more since to help her walk more easily.

After much personal effort she is able to walk for small periods of time, but finds a wheelchair necessary to get around

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Ana Robles, 22 year-old resident of Pomona, is in her first year of college as a psychology major. Despite her disabilities, she continues to inspire, encourage, and motivate her fellow students.

campus.

Robles and her four younger siblings were born in America.

Both of her parents were born and raised in rural areas of Mexico.

They moved here shortly before her birth in 1987. She and her family returned to Mexico briefly while in the fifth grade.

Robles was moved by the religious generosity and simplicity of Mexico and the people.

She remains close to her heritage, and says she enjoys cele-

Q: What are your feelings about Hispanic Heritage Month?

A: I like it. It gives people that don’t know or may be interested a chance to take a deeper look and experience a little Hispanic culture. You get to live in it. I hope people look forward to it.

and see what I’ve already overcome.

Q: What is your motivation to rise to your challenges and pursue your goals?

A: My future degree. My impact on other people with disabilities. My family and wanting to show people it is possible.

Q: What the best advice you can give others?

A: To remember that you are your biggest critic. All that matters is what you do and what you say. It’s your life. Life is full of punches, everyone is bound to go down eventually, all that matters is that you pull yourself up. It’s only one round, not the end of the fight.

Q: What is your inspiration?

A: All the people that believe in me and are behind me all the time. Positive role models. To look back

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Q: What is your biggest challenge?

A: Transportation and weather.

Q: How do you overcome your challenges?

A: I know I can. I’m stubborn, I don’t give up.

Dare me not to, I bet you I will.

Q: What is your five year plan?

brating Dia De Los Muertos, in early November, with all its festivities.

Robles holds dearly to the family and cultural history told to her often by her grandfather.

Robles is proud of who she is, where she comes from, and determined to get where she is going.

She has taken obstacles and turned them into inspiration for anyone who needs a positive push.

A: Have my AA or BA and my certificate and get to work helping people.

And be debt free.

Q: What is the best advice you’ve ever received?

A: Nothing can stop you.

Q: What are your goals in life?

A: Help as many people as possible and inspire people along the way to never give up.

Q: What is most important to you in your life?

A: My family. The people that make up my support system. The friends that have always been there for me. My boyfriend.

Q: What do you most want to accomplish in your life?

A: To get what I want from my education. To be happy and fulfilled. Not momentarily, but truly.

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González 839,000 (2.12%) Son of Gonzalo, from the latinised form Gundisalvus, of Germanic origin.

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Sánchez 725,000 (1.83%) Son of Sancho, from Latin Sanctius.

Pérez 09,000 (1.79%) Son of Pedro, from Latin Petrus.

Martín 459,000 (1.16%) Martin Gómez 440,000 (1.11%) Son of Gome, Gomo or Gomaro, also of Germanic origin.

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SPORTS

OCTOBER 13, 2010

A day in the life of a sports fan Emilio Buenrosto Clarion Staff Writer

Every sports fan loves fall, and rightfully so.

In the world of sports, everything seems to revolve around this time of the year. A new NFL season is underway; the MLB playoffs are in fullswing, and the NBA and NHL seasons are just around the corner.

With so much hype being produced for various professional sports, many fans are salivating at the headlines that are being generated by ESPN and others, hoping to have their questions answered.

“Will the heavily favored Phillies win their second championship in three years?” “How will the trio in Miami fair out?” and arguably the most famous question at the moment, “What’s up with Tiger?”

Even though professional sports attract the big audiences, they are not the only teams being talked about at Citrus College.

Citrus offers eight fall sports programs for student athletes who compete in the Western State Conference. Games begin

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in early September, and most compete through November, just as basketball gets started.

Although some Citrus teams are off to a slow start, the athletes and coaches are working harder than ever to get over the hump.

Take the football team, for example. They’re a talented team who currently sport a disappointing 1-4 record. Things have not been going their way for the past few games.

As a football fan, you can relate the Owls football squad with the San Francisco 49ers. They’re also a talented group of athletes who just can’t seem to put together all the pieces of the puzzle, holding a 0 and 5 record themselves. Once they do, they’ll be back on track, adding more “W’s” in the win/loss column.

On the flip side, there is one Citrus team that has shown signs of brilliance and looks promising going forward.

With nine games left in the regular season, the women’s soccer team, which currently owns a 6-2-3 record, is having their best season since 2007.

They currently rank third in the South Division of the Western State Conference and 32nd throughout the entire state.

As I stated earlier, every sports fan loves the fall season.

It’s definitely a great time for sports, so what’s not to look forward to? Oh, yeah: the stress level that comes with watching your favorite team compete can be great.

Any die-hard fan can tell you that watching your favorite team blunder, whether it’s from missing a game-winning field goal or bricking a three-pointer to send the game into overtime, is heartbreaking.

Emotion fills the room and starts to take control.

You waive your hands in disgust. You jump up and down in delight. You refuse to talk to anyone else. You yell at your television screen, aiming some pretty explicit words at the referees. You take out your frustration on something totally irrelevant to the game.

Let’s just call this behavior the “Game Day Routine.”

I, for example, am an avid Lakers fan. For three hours a day, 82 days a year, I experience the “Game Day Routine” and that’s just the regular season. The Lakers played two preseason games earlier this month, and I even got worked up over them.

People always ask: “Why do you care so much?” or “What does it matter to you if your team wins or not?”

To put it simply: it’s a way of life. I was raised in a household of huge sports enthusiasts, so my fandom started at birth.

The next time someone questions your dedication to the Owls or to the Lakers, just know that they don’t fully understand where you’re coming from.

Everyone is emotionally connected and dedicated to something in life.

Continue to cheer your lungs out for your favorite teams, whether they’re on a professional or amateur level, and know there are die-hard fans like you around the globe.

So help cheer on your fellow Owls as they prepare for the second half of the fall 2010 season.

A little cheer can do wonders.

Soccer player pushes it to the limit Richard Morales Clarion Staff Writer

George Tovar has been playing soccer since he was four-years-old and his determination to do well and strive is clear.

Tovar, 21, a computer engineer major at Citrus College and one of twelve midfielders on the Owls men’s soccer team, as well as one of the team captains.

Head coach of the men’s soccer team, Fred Bruce-Oliver spoke highly of Tovar.

“He’s a leader, he leads the team very well and is respected by his teammates,” said Bruce-Oliver.

Tovar was a tri-athlete while attending Northview High School in Covina, he played football, tennis, and soccer.

Tovar played three seasons on the varsity soccer team for the Vikings and earned first team All-Valle Vista League honors in his senior year.

“It took a lot of hard work to get me where I am today,” said Tovar.

Tovar was ranked second on the team in goals scored last year, with

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Men’s soccer player, George Tovar, is determined to excell even more this season.

four goals scored in just five years.00000 Last season the Owls finished 315-2, 0-13-1 which finished last in the conference.

“I want to do good this year and give it my all, anything to help the team,” said Tovar.

This year Tovar has stepped up his game in every way possible.

The 5-foot-7inch midfielder is second on the team with one goal

through nine games while only playing in eight.

Teammate Kameron Dunn had this to say about Tovar.

“George is always a threat on the field, his speed and strength on the ball are amazing and his work ethic is one of the best I have ever seen and the best on the team I think,” said Dunn.

“He never puts his head down or gives up and always pushes himself to the limit every game.”

When asked where Tovar got his work effort, he confidently stated.

“My mom, she works hard every day for me and my family. She’s my inspiration.”

Not only is Tovar a great soccer player but also he is a great person as well as coach Bruce-Oliver states.

“He’s a responsible young man, he manages his life really well, and is looked up by his teammates to because of that.”

Tovar and the mens soccer team take flight with their next home game on Tuesday, Oct. 19 against Moorpark College at 4 p.m.

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PERSPECTIVES Jennifer Young

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Community college: a fresh start Donna Davey

Clarion Staff Writer

Starting life over is a challenge that few adults want to face.

However, the trend of today’s declining economy and scarcely existent employment opportunities has forced me to re-evaluate my career and economic future.

In 2008, my job in the Human Resources department at a local bank was eliminated and I was forced to re-evaluate my life and find new options for earning an income.

Where am I today?

Much like many other ma-

ture students who are re-entering college, I am embracing the idea of my own Citrus story one step and one class at a time.

Two years later, after experiencing a complete loss of income and the depletion of the spoils of 30 years of hard work, I have jumped head first into the lifestyle of a college student.

For three decades I have labored at jobs that provided little satisfaction other than a regular paycheck to support my family.

Ironically, losing my “secure” job has given me a renewed passion for life. My dream of becoming an educator, quietly tucked away while I worked a

full-time as a single mother, now looks like a possibility.

After only a few short weeks of being a full-time student, I now wonder how I managed to survive for 30 years in the workforce without a formal education.

Working in the corporate world had conditioned me to limit my thinking to the inside of the box of the company’s culture and the regularity of my daily workload.

Being a full-time college student has allowed me to breach the walls of that box, and I find myself growing creatively, personally and academically

through my daily efforts here at Citrus College.

No one looks forward to experiencing the pain and grief of losing an entire life’s work or savings, of course, but when those doors were slammed in my face, I discovered renewed hope within myself.

I am not alone in facing these unprecedented life changes. I know I share the same sense of adventure that many younger college students experience as well.

Whether we enter college straight out of high school or after having been in the workforce, the experience of per-

sonal growth one can obtain from going to college can be only be described as priceless.

Community colleges offer hope for displaced workers who have been battered and trashed by a brutally declining economy.

It offers all students, the young as well as the young at heart the opportunity to launch new careers. We must seize the second chance to fulfill your dream in life.

I am content in my choice to return to college and I feel that by pursing a higher education, all things are possible for me.

Support the fight against prior restraint The government and the media have coming up as well as the accreditation always had a “love-hate” relationship team visiting this month, it looks as if when it comes to working with one anChopra and the board are looking to cenother. sor the paper from reporting any more Unfortunately for the past month, adnews that would put them in a bad light. ministrators at Southwestern Community Not only is the administrator’s use of College have been locked in a battle with prior restraint against student press laws, the school’s student publication, The Sun, but also the First Amendment guarantee resulting in an initial cancellation of the of the freedom of the press. paper’s first issue.

The Sun was recently named America’s Vice president of instruction Dr. Mark no. 1 community college paper by the NaMeadows and superintendent/president tional Newspaper Association as well as by Dr. Raj K. Chopra had come across a 20the Society of Professional Journalists and year dormant policy while reviewing dishis been ranked no. 1 among community trict policies for an upcoming report to the colleges for the past six years in a row. state accreditation Over the years, the team. paper has won many Policy 6063 states awards for their coverthat, “the publication age of news stories, THE ISSUE must have an estabmany of those stories Freedom of the press lished contract with a highlighting the controsingle printer that is versial ways of Chopra OUR POSITION approved by the coland his board.

Student journalists have lege governing Pulling up this dorthe same rights as proboard.” mant policy and using fessional journalists and The policy also against the paper, as a as watchdogs, should states that an oversight means of censorship is not be censorsed for board be created just another example of any reason, by anyone. which will have the Chopra’s intimidating power to ratify and retactical ways. move the editor-inChopra claims that chief. the paper gives a negative rep to him and The policy was discovered by Meadows the governing board, although the inforand Chopra the first week of July, but was mation reported in the past news articles not reported to Max Branscomb, profeshave been factual. sor of journalism and The Sun’s adviser, As student journalists our job is to reuntil a few days before issue one was port the facts, good or bad. As long as the scheduled to go to print. information reported is factual and true, Since then, the Student Press Center the fact that it may make the school or it’s has reported that both sides have come to administration look “bad,” should not be an agreement that the first issue can be taken into consideration. printed while the governing board goes Sure, we all would like to portray our through the printer bidding process. respective campuses as an outstanding inHowever, the agreement is only for one stitution, but the bad has to be reported issue. just as well as the Recently, private donations have come good. in to help along the printing of the next few issues.

Since Chopra arrived at Southwestern College in 2007, many scandals have surfaced around him and his governing board. Currently the school is on probation after being cited for 10 administrative deficiencies by the accreditation team.

With the governing board elections

We need to support The Sun during its struggle and take a stand against the use of prior restraint.

As journalists we are the watchdogs of government and shouldn’t stop reporting on administrative issues just because they say so.

We need to uphold the first amendment and protect the freedom of the press.

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COLUMN

The doctor will see you now Erica Irigoyen

Clarion Managing Editor

I recently received an e-mail about this column from a concerned student. At first, I was ticked off by the fact that this guy had the nerve to criticize me. But when I took a step back and re-read the e-mail, I realized I might have not made myself clear about what I have been trying to get across in this column.

First, let me start off by saying that I am not a love expert by any means.

In fact, nobody can ever really be considered a love expert. No matter how much you learn about what to do and what not to do in relationships, there is always more to discover.

On the other hand, I do consider myself a person with relationship experience. I have been through joy, heartbreak and everything in between. Based on those highs and lows, I believe that I have something to share.

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I am not here to show off or talk about my successful/failed love life. I am here to share lessons I have learned thus far.

Each column includes a story that I feel would be relevant to talk about with other young adults.

My perspective may not be new or original, but it gives Clarion readers the chance to realize that they aren’t the only ones going through stupid relationship stuff. Everything I talk about in my column is real life, not

too-good-to-be-true stuff.

My anonymous emailer had another issue with my last column. He challenged my advice to set high expectations for a boyfriend or girlfriend. He stated that it is impossible for a person to meet every single standard that we set for ourselves and that I need to think about the people who end up alone or with somebody that they don’t even like.

Well first of all, let me say that if you are

in a relationship with somebody that you don’t like, you probably shouldn’t be with that person in the first place. But that’s just my opinion.

Everyone deserves to be with someone who best fits him or her. Hence, setting standards is essential.

Those baselines don’t need to be unrealistic and unreachable, but knowing what they are can help give you an idea about what kind of a person you are really looking for.

Granted, your boyfriend or girlfriend may not measure up. If that happens, you have to decide whether to keep him or her around and see what the outcome may be or to move on and hope you find someone better.

The point is to avoid selling yourself short just because you are lonely and you think that this is the best you can do.

You have to love, value and respect yourself first if you want to have a happy life.

If you have a questions that you need answered from Dr. Love, email me at: paging.dr.love@hotmail.com.

Register to vote You can’t complain about the poor state of things unless you vote.

There won’t be another presidential election for two years, but that is no reason to delay your voting registration.

When the voting age was changed from 21 to 18 in 1972, 55 percent of people under age 30 voted. Since then, the youth vote has never been as high.

Perhaps even more troubling is the enormous gap in voter participation between those over and under age 30.

The last midterm election, in 2006, saw about twice as many over-age-30 voters than underage- 30 voters participate.

Youth voters are an extremely important demographic. Their interests are often different from was an exceptional year. those over age 30.

It drew in 51 percent of youth For example, young voters are nationwide to vote. more affected by issues such as However, turnout tends to drop funding for public colleges and significantly for universities bemidterm elections, cause they are THE ISSUE so will youth votcurrently expeRegistering to vote ers revert to their riencing the old excuses for not pain of educaOUR POSITION visiting the polls? tion cutbacks Many students do not “I don’t get If young votunderstand the imporhome until after ers fail to partance of voting let the polls close.” ticipate in the alone know how to “I don’t feel Nov. 2 midterm register. It is crucial like waiting in election, older to be a registered line.” voters will make voter.

And probably these decisions. the most common Consereason given for quently, our not voting: “My vote doesn’t concerns will not be addressed, count.” and we will have no one to blame That argument should be dead but ourselves. and gone; youth votes played a Because of the historic nature huge part in President Obama of the presidential election, 2008

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being elected.

If we don’t participate, we are missing out on a big opportunity.

On the California ballot this year are nine contentious propositions, including assembly redistricting, repeal of the supermajority required to pass state budgets, and the legalization of marijuana.

We will also be electing the governor, senators, congresspersons, and assembly persons.

These senators and congresspersons will make decisions for you on Iraq, bailouts, reproductive rights, and everything in between.

As a testament to the importance of voting, the Republican gubernatorial candidate, Meg Whitman, is in quite a bit of trouble because of her voting records.

She neglected to vote for a period

of 28 years.

Whitman has acknowledged her voting record is “unacceptable.” Her refusal to vote will likely play a significant role in the election.

When you are not registered to vote, it implies that you are uninterested in, and probably ignorant of, the way government works.

Not only will this make you seem like an uninvolved citizen, but it seems crass not to take advantage of a right that the youth of many troubled nations have died and will die for.

The last day to register for the Nov. 2 election is Oct. 18.

If you are 18 or older, you can register by picking up a form in the school library, Campus Center, or in most civic buildings (public libraries, post offices, city halls, etc). Or, register online at

sos.ca.gov/nvrc/fedform/.

The only information needed to register is: name, address, date of birth, California license or ID number, and choice of party. If you have no ID or license, use the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you cannot enter your SSN you can still register, but you will need to have identification when you go to vote. You will be required to sign the document, so print it if you are online, sign it, and mail it in.

If you do not live in Los Angeles County, do a Google search for your county registrar office.

All you have to do now is register (you don’t even need to commit to a party yet). You can study your choices on the issues later on, but register by Oct. 18 so you will at least have the option.

OCTOBER 13, 2010 OPPOSING VIEWS

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A smoker’s call for improved signage Donna Davey Clarion Staff Writer

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Smoker’s delight on campus Yusuf Ali Clarion Staff Writer

Imagine arriving at campus early in the morning and are heading to class, enjoying the fresh, crisp air and cool breeze rushing through your face when all of a sudden a barrage of cigarette smoke bombards you.

Right as this happens your lungs clench up, your throat begins to hurt, followed by a harsh cough reflex.

This is what happens most of the time when non-smokers walk past a smoker on campus.

Citrus College has no official policy on smoking on campus and that right there is a problem.

Since this is a public campus, there are hundreds upon hundreds of students walking around campus that do not want to walk through a cloud of smoke.

Having all these students walking around with a cigarette in hand, past students who may or may not have asthma, which may trigger an asthma attack, which in turn may cause a whole separate set of problems.

This could be avoided with a simple set of rules and regulations as to where and where not smoking is allowed on Campus.

Having designated smoking areas will make walking around campus much easier because there won’t be all this smoke wafting around campus.

When I get to campus I want to be able to sit and relax by a tree, if I have free time, and not have to avoid the smoker who decided to light up right next to me.

These designated smoking areas could be located throughout campus in areas that are in such a place so that the

smoker will not feel that he/ she is walking too far to smoke, but far enough so that it will be secluded or in a low traffic area.

Provided that people can actually throw their cigarette butts in the proper areas, anywhere that there is a nonsmoker not in the immediate area would be an acceptable place to smoke.

If people were to be “smart” with where they decide to smoke, then there would be no debate, no argument of people disturbing others with harmful smoke.

Parking lots are acceptable places for example, instead of walking to class and smoking, just stand by your car and finish it.

Or on the way back from class if you are headed to your car, just wait will you get to your car to smoke.

The reason I say this is because we all want people to not smoke around us, but the honest truth is that no matter how much this is enforced, people will always go out and disobey the rules and regulations, no matter what the cost.

It is ever so irritating when a student is having a cigarette right next to an open door of a classroom, where all the smoke is wafting into the classroom, a suffocating odor begins to fill the room and is counter productive to learning and paying attention to the professor.

How are students supposed to succeed in the classrooms when they are literally getting cloudy vision because of all the smoke wafting in the air?

Even if designated smoking areas were put into place, there would still be those who choose not to obey these guidelines, these people must be dealt with accordingly.

Enforcing California law, which states

that there is no smoking with 20 feet of a public building, is key in this effort while ticketing those who don’t obey this.

Some might say that setting up rules is worthless then if nobody is going to follow them but there will be those who are obedient and will obey, and then there are those who won’t.

Next time you see somebody smoking next to a classroom or in an area that he or she should not be smoking, say something because you are the strongest sign possible.

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Designated smoking areas are the standard at many of California’s community colleges, but not at Citrus College.

The campus smoking policy couples with the state’s public smoking policy.

However, I find that Citrus falls short in clearly marking smoking and non-smoking areas for those who do and don’t smoke.

The state law mandates there is no smoking allowed within 20 feet of classrooms to protect students and faculty from being exposed to secondhand smoke.

I strongly believe that having designated smoking areas are crucial for protecting those that don’t smoke.

But my effort to be a considerate smoker is hindered because many of the “NO SMOKING” signs around the campus are not always posted in plain sight.

Some non-smoking signs are posted on walls that are below waist level, such as in the corridors of the LB building.

Since there is no smoking at all in any building it would seem that making these signs more obvious would be necessary.

There are several signs posted around campus but they are rather small and less effective than larger signage might be in more clearly identifying non-smoking areas.

The tougher dilemma is finding clearly marked smoking areas on campus.

Because it is so difficult to determine where I can and can’t smoke, I have resigned myself to smoking in my car.

After all, I do realize that smoking is my bad habit and no one else’s.

Choosing voluntarily to smoke in campus parking lots avoids insulting and possibly endangering those who don’t smoke. It also keeps me from breaking any rules on the subject.

If campus officials would make smoking areas more plainly obvious by improving the signage or by painting lines to define acceptable smoking areas, I believe that other considerate smokers would also be less confused and more likely to comply with the campus smoking policy.

Making more receptacles available in smoking areas and in the parking lots would reduce the litter of cigarette butts and also lighten the maintenance staff ’s workload.

If all smokers were to start utilizing receptacles in designated smoking areas, we could counter the negative image we smokers have earned for being inconsiderate of others.

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Swim team builds character Jordan Ziegler

Clarion Staff Writer

The swim team should be brought back for spring. The swim team was a key part of Citrus College, and now that it’s gone Citrus is no longer complete.

The swimmers miss it. Andrew Gallegos swam last year and he said he missed swim very much and that it was very enjoyable. Swim is a sport that brings swimmers and spectators together.

Because it is a system of individual events, and single person’s events are often spread out, swimmers spend a lot of time talking with one another and the people around them.

These swimmers develop friendships and connections that help them thrive in the school environment, and keep them plugged into school, and working on schoolwork.

Added to that is the fact that while in a sport, these athletes feel more required to do well on schoolwork than before, because their GPA affects their eligibility.

Last year there were 30 students on the Citrus College swim team. These students had incredible experiences swimming with Citrus and learned many key qualities that are required to succeed in life.

Swimming promotes hard work and dedication and provides a unique sport that promotes self-improvement more

Rachel Fuller, Citrus College Clarion

than violence and competition.

Swimmers don’t try to attack or hinder the other team like players do in football or soccer.

The goal in swim is to swim faster than you’ve ever swam before.

There aren’t other competitors trying to stop you from achieving your goal.

The only person around to motivate you is you. It’s just you, floating, almost alone, doing flip turn after flip turn, moving as fast as you can in silence because of the water.

Swimming builds character and teaches you self-motivation.

It teaches you to work when there’s no supervisor, when there’s nobody there to force you to work. It teaches you hard work pays off.

Plus, when you work hard the improvement is concrete and measurable.

Success and failure is measured on a stopwatch. Swimmers learn to discipline themselves as well.

Swimming depends on constant good form to cut through the water as quickly as possible.

Any flaw in stroke for even a few seconds greatly slows a swimmer down and might even cause

them to lose the race.

Last year there were 17 freshmen on the swim team.

All 17 would have swam again this year says Andrew Gallegos, who is currently a sophomore.

He did well last season and undoubtedly would have performed even better this year.

There are new swimmers who would swim if given the opportunity. Even I would like to swim this year. In fact, I’m going to Pasadena Community College to do just that.

I wish I could stay here to compete, but without a program, I really don’t have any other op-

tion. Many other swimmers probably are going the way I am, and go to other schools besides Citrus so they can swim.

The only reason I came here instead of some other college was to play compete on the water polo team, which is similar in motivation.

The swim team is an integral part of our community and suspending it is a great loss to the athletics program. No other sport promotes the values swimming does and swimmers must now go to other colleges to continue to swim.

COLUMN

Don’t stop believin’ in your ability to succeed Courtney Mitchell Clarion Editor in Chief

“Everyday, I walk out of my statistics class in tears. I go to tutoring, I take notes in class, and I still don't do well. I don't understand. I have passed every math class I have ever taken with flying colors until now. I just don't know what to do.”

This is only a small excerpt of the meltdown that one of my good friends and coworker had one afternoon while trying to study.

And she isn’t alone. I remember the meltdowns I used to have over science classes.

Students have to take so many general education classes in order to transfer and we cannot move on until we pass everything. And chances are, there is at least one required class you struggle with.

Erica Irigoyen, our managing editor, and Joseph Thorne, a staff writer, have both admitted to having problems with math and science.

My point is that every student has that one subject that we just don't get it. It’s a reality we all have to face.

The good news is that the class you are struggling with now is over in sixteen weeks and if you pass it, you will never have to take it ever.

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The bad news is figuring out how to stay afloat for the semester. Dropping a class at this point in the semester will give students a “W” on their record.

It almost took me a few times to pass some classes. In high school, I was an “A” average student and I rarely needed help.

However, when I came to Citrus, I realized I couldn't pass some of these classes by myself.

I was embarrassed to go to tutoring. I was ashamed to ask for assistance. I thought asking for help was super lame.

But I realized I needed it to learn the material better and pass the class. So I went to tutoring here on campus and

asked my friends for help. Lo and behold, I passed the classes I thought I was going to fail.

There are so many services here on campus that can be extremely helpful to students and they are here expressly for us to use them.

The Math Lab, located downstairs in MA 129 in the Mathematics building, has professors as well as student tutors available to help any student at any math level.

My struggle is word problems and they have been very accommodating in helping me understand how to solve them.

There is also the Writing Café, located in the College Success Center in ED 224,

which will help students with any writing assignment from any subject. Although they welcome walk-ins, the Writing Café encourages making writing consultation appointments. When you see you have an eight-page paper due next week in your psychology class, don't procrastinate. Call and make an appointment right away.

If you are having problems in your class, chances are someone else is too. But they may not be the same problems as your own. Peers can sometimes explain material differently than the professor can and vice versa, so ask new friends in your class or the cutie sitting behind you how to do the next problem.

As another form of help, your professors have office hours that they want you to utilize. The professors on this campus are usually quite friendly and fun and encourage their students to come visit them for extra help. They have office hours for a reason: use them.

There is all kinds of help available on campus and people who are willing and ready to help. We are currently almost halfway through the semester and course material tends to progressively get harder.

Don't fall behind and don't be afraid to ask for help.

We have all had those classes that we dread going to but if you don't pass it now, you will only have to repeat it later.

Believe you can succeed.

October 13, 2010 Matt Deason

TRAVEL

Clarion Correspondent

“Wow” is the first word that comes to mind when I think about my study abroad trip to London thus far.

Of course I had plenty of lead time to think about the fact that I would be leaving the states, but the actual reality of living in London only set in when I got off the plane and was taken by bus to the University of London, where we study abroad students were given our first orientation.

There we were given basic information on how to get around, and where our classes would be meeting. Then we were sent off

by London taxi to our apartments or homestays.

When my roommate and I arrived at our three bedroom, red brick house, we were welcomed by an elderly couple with warm smiles and handshakes. It was cold outside, especially for a student leaving sunny Southern California, but was happy to have finally made it to my destination.

When I walked in after a 10 hour flight, I was pretty hungry, and the smells coming from the kitchen were incredible. The Bruggens had prepared a wonderful welcome dinner for us: chicken, potato and broccoli. I noticed that the potatoes were tiny in comparison to those back home and the seasoning they used were fresh herbs from their beautiful green garden.

After dinner, I was shown to my room and left to explore the house. One surprise that I was not expecting is that there is only a bath tub with a little hose to rinse myself with; no shower or shower curtain.

After I unpacked, my homestay host Peter offered to get on the bus with my roommate and me to show us how to get to the University of London. I was shocked that Peter, who is about 70-years-old, cared so much about making us feel comfortable that he took us for a bus ride at midnight.

Despite my feeling excited, nervous and unsure about leaving home to study abroad, I was eager to get out to see everything.

To my surprise, we were nowhere near the only people on the bus.

In London many of the double decker red buses run 24 hours a day and make stops as frequently as every five to 10 minutes.

Peter suggested we sit on the top level in the front on what he says is the best seat on the bus. It was so fun. It almost feels like being on a roller coaster ride.

As we drove down the street, I looked out the window and saw numerous groups of people still in the pubs and having a great time. I noticed immediately how diverse London was when I saw people from at least six different cultures on one street corner.

After returning to my new home, I had a good night’s rest and woke up the following morning ready to go exploring.

One thing I noticed immediately is that Londoners keep to

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themselves and do not feel obligated to say "hi" back if you say "hi" to them. Not just the English accent is different, but also the expressions they use.

For example, instead of saying thank you, “good morning” or “good night,” they simply say “cheers.” And if someone drinks too much, they refer to it as it getting legless.

It can be cold and rainy in London, even in summer, which perhaps helps explain why the average building in London is extremely warm. Also, the rooms in houses and schools tend to be much smaller than in the states.

I enjoy traveling around London. The air smells and feels purer and cleaner than in Los Angeles. While walking in London, I see beautiful green parks, people from all different cultures and old historical buildings that often resemble castles.

As far as fast food goes, it is definitely different here. There are many more places to eat that offer healthy menus with dishes that resemble home cooking. In all of London, I’ve seen maybe two McDonalds, one Burger King and one KFC. And then there are the rules of the road. As many Americans probably already know, Brits drive on the left side of the street

historical attractions and museums.

All these places are easily accessible.

I can walk out of the University of London student union and end up two blocks away in the huge British Museum. Another time I was just walking down the street when I saw the first YMCA and the BBC station.

Now when it comes to shopping McClatchy-Tribune Services for food at the market (not called store rather than on the right. The here) it is very different. No matstreets are much narrower than ter if you are eating out or at in the US, and often times the home, it is very expensive for bus and bike riders share the Americans because of the exsame lane. I also noticed that the change rate. Study abroad stupolice cars, ambulances and dents quickly become trash trucks are all Mercedes. professional budgeters.

The city is crowded, and it can When I went to a local sandtake a lot of time to get around wich shop to get a meal that cost in a car, or even on a motorcycle. me five pounds, I didn’t think Parking is almost nonexistent. much of it. But later I looked at London is a very busy place, my bank statement and realized which explains why the average that I had actually paid about $8 person takes some form of public for a sandwich and a drink. This transportation, like the bus or the changed the way I looked at the Tube. The Tube has many difprice of things for the rest of my ferent lines underground that stay in London. take riders everywhere in LonMy experience in London so don. far has been great and I am I learned quickly to stay to the learning a great deal about myright side of Tube escalators. self and others. In addition to all The right side is meant for peothe wonderful sightseeing, I am ple riding the escalator up to completing my fall semester at street level. The left side is a the University of London Union. pathway for those in a hurry to The campus is spread run up the moving staircase, if throughout the city, but the main they so choose. four-story building where AmeriIn contrast to Southern Calican students attend classes is the fornia where everyone drives third oldest college in England, everywhere, the most common established in 1836. The baseway to get around London is ment level has a gym and pool, walking. Londoners walk every- the ground level has a café, the where. first floor has a restaurant and a The most exciting thing about pub and the remaining floors are London is there are so many classrooms. places to go, from the malls to The classrooms are small and the street stores, to the pubs, intimate and students have oneclubs and restaurants, to theatres, on-one time with the professors.

The classes we take pertain very much to London. I am studying Shakespeare, as well as taking British Life and Culture with about 60 other Americans.

Speakers give us background knowledge of London, from how the city got started to the wars and attacks that the city has endured.

Rather than just telling us the history, we are shown the history.

Many of the buildings that we have toured are hundreds of years old. We have visited the British Museum, the War Museum and most recently British Parliament.

We have visited St. Paul’s Cathedral, the London Eye (a huge Ferris wheel from which we could you see miles of London cityscape), Big Ben and even Buckingham Palace, where we witnessed the changing of the guard. We also took a four-hour boat ride on the Thames River under the London Bridge.

It is so awesome to see and experience this city. I have only been in London for three weeks.

And there is still so much to see and do. In two weeks we will be going to the Globe Theatre to see a Shakespearean play in its original form and to another theatre to see the play "Educating Rita."

I also want to let everyone at Citrus College know that my study abroad experience would not have been possible if it had not been for the Benjamin A. Gilman international Scholarship and the AIFS Scholarship.

I did not have the money needed to go on this trip to London and consider myself blessed to have been chosen for this opportunity. If you have the desire to study abroad, there are resourses available for students.

I am so excited and will write again to update everyone on our adventures. So until next time from London: CHEERS!

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Seasons change, fashion keeps up Sydney Presley Clarion Staff Writer

We have been experiencing what many students refer to as earthquake weather.

Some gutsier people may call it apocalyptic, however, I call it a fashion dilemma.

What does one wear when it is 80 degrees one day, but 62 degress and stormy the next?

October marks the transition into fall, and with that our wardrobes call for a change as well.

So put those bikinis back in the drawers, pull out those scarves and listen up!

Ladies first.

Fear not: it is still possible to look good even when bundled up as we are seeing a return of military-like jackets.

The popular Army green zip-up or button- down jackets actually compliment a variety of colors, like, nude, grey, black, white, and even purple.

It would be best to pair a simple Vneck shirt underneath these jackets, but one can also play around with necklines and textured sweaters.

The ever-sturdy denim jacket is fashionable yet still warm, especially when lined with flannel or wool shearing.

These jackets combine the masculine with the feminine and will definitely last you a long while.

A girl can also never go wrong with a chunky sweater. Get creative and go for a fun design, and who knows, your grandmother’s closet can be a fun place to find some gems.

These sweaters are kitschy, unique, but most of all warm.

Bright and bold, or dark and muted patterns always work and you’ll find that the crazier the pattern, the better.

Fall still features days on which you can still don skirts or shorts, the key being tights.

High-waisted shorts as well as summer’s popular denim shorts, go well with opaque black tights.

Again, for the less-than-freezing days of fall, thigh high socks go well with a skirt or casual dress matched with lace-up boots.

But of course, you can never go wrong with a sturdy pair of skinny jeans.

Chunky shoes are back for the fall and although ankle boots are not quite retired yet, calf to knee-high lace up boots are becoming popular.

Fall and winter are times for darker hues: black grey, brown, and even colors such as dark green or purple.

Don’t fret, gentlemen, instead invest in a pea coat.

These coats make a casual outfit look dapper and will always keep you warm.

If you prefer denim jackets, Levi’s in particular, offers denim jackets for men with flannel linings.

Flannel shirts are back for this fall, which is a comfy way to stay warm and casual.

For the colder days, turtlenecks are also an acceptable look this fall.

One should invest in a turtleneck of thinner fabric like cotton, as well as a thicker knit or wool turtleneck.

Cords and well-fitted jeans go well with all of these looks and they can be dressed up for a date or dressed down for school.

Lace-up boots are also a good look for men.

They too can be appropriate for many occasions as being comfortable and sturdy.

Make fashion investments this season as these staple fashions will last you a very long time and are always making their return in the following seasons.

If you are tight on funds, as many of us college students are, try thrift stores.

They are a way of getting unique, sometimes vintage clothing, for very low prices.

Thrift store shopping can be a fun thing to do with friends, male and female alike.

CELEBRITY NEWS Courtney Cox and David Arquette separate Courteney Cox and David Arquette have announced they have separated after 11 years of marriage. The pair released a joint statement today saying, “We have agreed to a trial separation that dates back for some time.

The reason for this separation is to better understand ourselves and the qualities we need in a partner and for our marriage. We remain best friends and responsible parents to our daughter and we still love each other deeply. As we go though this process we are determined to use kindness and understanding to get through this together. We are comfortMcClatchy-Tribune Services

able with the boundaries that we have established for each other during this separation and we hope that our friends, family, fans and the media also show us respect, dignity, understanding and love at this time as well.” The couple has one daughter Coco, 6. (EW.com) No Matt Damon in ‘Bourne Legacy’ Tony Gilroy told Hollywood Elsewhere that he’ll write and direct a fourth Jason Bourne film, but that Bourne himself — i.e., Matt Damon — would not be featured in the upcoming Bourne Legacy. “The easiest way to think of it is an expansion or a reveal,” Gilroy says. “Jason Bourne will not be in this film, but he’s very much alive. I’m building a legend and an environment and a wider conspiracy…the world we’re making enhances and advances and invites Jason Bourne’s return [down the road].” (EW.com)

OCTOBER 13, 2010

Funny, random, interesting but true Cops: Man, 81, kills roommate over singing SANTA ANA, Calif. — An 81-yearold man has been charged with the murder of his 94-year-old roommate at a Southern California rehabilitation center where the two were recovering from hip surgeries, authorities said.

Prosecutors said Monday that William McDougall became angry with 94-yearold Manh Van Nguyen, who was singing in their room in Vietnamese at the Palm Terrace Health Care Center in Laguna Woods.

A nurse saw the attack and employees of the rehabilitation center restrained McDougall, prosecutors said according to the Orange County Register.

McDougall is accused of taking a metal rod from the closet and hitting Nguyen multiple times on the head.

Nguyen died at a hospital of blunt-force trauma to the head, the Register said.

McDougall faces 25 years to life in state prison if convicted of the Oct. 1 attack. He is being held at Orange County Jail on a $1 million bail, the Register said.

(Msnbc.com)

Samantha Lopez, Citrus College Clarion

Looking for treasures in piles of clothes.

Right down Arrow Highway is a thrift store by the name of Community Thrift.

They are located at 19720 E. Arrow Highway in Covina and can be contacted at (626) 331-5122.

Community Thrift offers a clean and vast variety of clothing and accessories.

Get creative, do some altering, and in the end you will have a look of your very own.

Christina Aguilera splits with husband Christina Aguilera has separated from her husband of five years, Jordan Bratman. A source told People that though the couple has split, there are no divorce proceedings at this moment. Aguilera and Bratman have one child, Max, 2. They wed in Napa Valley in November of 2005.

Lil’ Wayne gets solitary confinement Lil Wayne has reportedly been moved to solitary confinement after guards found he was hiding a pair of headphones and an MP3 player charger. As punishment for possessing music-related equipment, Weezy now spends 23 hours a day without social contact in a punitive segregation cell called The Bing, where he's expected to remain until his scheduled Nov. 4 release. What could be sadder than a jailed Birdman without any tunes? And our nation's leaders wonder why the recidivism rate is so high in this country. For shame, Rikers! (DailyNews)

Doctors remove pea sprouting in man’s lung BOSTON (AP) — The doctor confirmed the good news for Ron Sveden once the mass in his left lung came back from the lab: He didn't have cancer. He had a pea sprouting inside his chest "A couple days in a dark, wet environment, I'd sprout too," Dr. Jeff Spillane said Thursday. "It definitely had a sprout."

It was a long way from the diagnosis Sveden, 75, had feared when he arrived at Cape Cod Hospital on Memorial Day weekend.

"Everything seemed to be going downhill," said Sveden, of Brewster. "I seemed to be tired a lot more. I didn't want to do too much. My appetite was diminishing."

The news sounded even more dire when he was told at the hospital that he was dehydrated and suffering from pneumonia. Then came X-rays showing a small but ominous dark spot — then biopsies that came up negative for lung cancer.

His doctors decided their only option was to go inside and see for themselves.

"It was pretty grungy, but it looked like a pea," Spillane said. "I sent it to the pathologist. They said it was a vegetable."

It took less than half an hour to clear away the sprout, drain some of the fluid that had built up around it, and help restore the lung's capacity. (Associated Press) Cops: 'Vampires' Stabbed Man Who Wouldn't Give Blood -- Having roommates sucks -- especially when they're vampires.

Police say an Arizona man was stabbed last week after he refused to allow his housemates to drink his blood.

Robert Maley, 25, told law enforcement officials in Chandler that his housemates -- who are into "vampire stuff and paganism" -- turned on him when he rejected their request and mocked their bloodsucking ways, according to NYDailyNews.com.

OCTOBER 13, 2010

ENTERTAINMENT

Bigger not always better Susana Guitron

Clarion Staff Writer

It’s said great things come in small packages. Well this definitely fits the description of the new 2010 iPod nano. It seems that as technology advances, gadgets and electronics just keep getting smaller and skinner.

The new iPod nano is built like the iPod shuffle, however it features a touch screen, FM radio, and Genius (your own personal DJ). Priced at $179, this iPod is great for everybody.

It’s a tiny little gadget that is perfect for working out, school, travel and just about anything else you can think of. It features a clip on for easy carrying, and comes in a variety of colors.

Of the many cool features this small iPod includes, my personal favorites is the Genius, which is basically your own DJ. For example usually when you are working out and your favorite jam comes you have to stop and select your next song depending on what

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mode/playlist you have it on.

With the Genius all you have to do is tap the Genius and it will automatically find songs that are similar to what you were listening to already. Awesome right?

Another of my favorite features is the 24 hour durable rechargeable battery. If these perks haven’t sold you I don’t know what will.

As for my iPod classic, you know, the one that plays videos on the screen, the one that weighs about 10 pounds, and cost about $80 more ….yeah that one....Soon it will hit Craigslist along with everything else I need to get rid of.

Can’t wait to get the new iPod nano. For more detailed information about the hippest gadget around, you can look at all the features on Apple’s website, www.apple.com.

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RECIPE OF THE WEEK Need to add some spice to your next get together with friends or family? Try this recipe for green salsa that is sure to turn the heat up.

What you’ll need: 10 jalapenos 5 serrano chiles 12 tomatillos 1 cup fresh cilantro 3 tsp. garlic powder 2 pots 1 blender Salt to taste 1. Cut off the core of the tomatillos 2. Take the stems off the jalapenos 3. Boil the jalapenos and serranos in a pot together until they are soft 4. At the same time, boil the tomatillos in a pot until they are soft 5. Blend the cilantro (with the stems) until finely blended 6. Blend jalapenos, serranos, tomatillos and tomatillo juice that was left over 7. Mix in the garlic powder and salt to taste 8. Blend all together There you have it; enough salsa to feed your guests at your next get together.

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Day Date Don’t let the crazy weather keep you from going out. The Huntington Library in San Marino is a true hidden gem. Spend the day looking at the library: the meat and potatoes of the library consists of an Exhibition Hall that holds millions of manuscripts, world class collections from Shakespeare, and original letters from Washington, Jefferson, Franklin, and Lincoln. There are also several art collections including the Huntington Art Gallery, and different themed gardens in the Huntington Botanical Gardens with over 14,000 different types of plants including Japanese, Rose, Jungle, Palm, and Chinese gardens.

Why you should check it out: With a valid student I.D., tickets cost only $10 and it is about 20 minutes from campus. Not to mention the property is absolutely gorgeous.

Don’t forget: walking shoes and a camera. Bringing extra spending money for lunch at the tea house for a proper English tea and all the trimmings.

Any time date Our dog friends need love too and going to Puddingstone Lake in the heart of Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park in San Dimas is the perfect place to give it to them. Plan a picnic basket full of sandwiches, fresh fruit, and juice boxes for a fun day on the sand or in the grass.

Why this is the time to do it: The fall season has gorgeous weather and beautiful atmosphere. Besides, if you wait to long, you could be in for a rain check, literally.

Don’t forget: a Frisbee, doggie treats, and a dog.

Night Date Bust out the blanket and hot cocoa, and snuggle up to a Netflix or Redbox rental.

After a long week of exams and/or homework, relaxing indoors on a rainy night is just the ticket.

Why you should take advantage: Recent DVD releases include a variety of genres such as “Get Him to the Greek,” “Jonah Hex” and “The Karate Kid.” Going to the movies is fun, but it runs about $12 per person as apposed to the $1 charge per night from a Redbox or Blockbuster Express. The closest Redbox is located inside the Azusa Stater Bros. on Alosta Ave. Don’t forget: the marshmallows.

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Pasta, cookies hit the spot Yusuf Ali Clarion Staff Writer

Check out what’s in theaters this weekend Move over Edward there’s a new vampire in town Another vampire film has come to the big screen—but fans of the “Twilight” saga do not confuse this movie with the romanticized and glamorized vampires portrayed in those films, as this flick shows a more realistic side of vampirism that runs deeper and is less attractive in a good way.

From screenwriter and director Matt Reeves, this remake of the Swedish film “Let Me In” does a superb job of portraying the life of a vampire to be that of a curse rather than that of a sex symbol, as recent films in that genre have tended to do.

Set in Los Alamos, New Mexico circa 1983 where a 12-year-old boy named Owen (Kodi Smit-McPhee) faces the struggles of being bullied at school and his parents’ current divorce. His situation ultimately leaving him lonely and isolated.

When new neighbor Abby, (Chloe Moretz), a girl appearing to be a 12 years

A must see ESPN documentary A must-see documentary tracking the lives of Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar and star soccer player Andres Escobar offers moviegoers an eye opening experience on drugs and soccer.

“The Two Escobars” is a well-made documentary film that tells the story of two unrelated individuals, Pablo Escobar and Andres Escobar, whose stories make for a compelling documentary.

The film traces events leading up to the 1994 World Cup match between Colombia and the United States.

It begins with highlights of the game, then flashes back 27 years to 1967 and eventually Andres Escobar’s big break onto Atletico Nacional soccer team as told by his sister Maria Ester Escobar.

The story follows Nacional’s rising to become the first Colombian team to win the Copa Libertadores in 1989.

This event leads to the story of drug lord Pablo Escobar and ultimately the story of Colombian soccer.

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old as well, moves in next door with her “father,” the end of Owens loneliness seems to be within reach.

Instantly, Owen takes note that Abby isn’t like everybody else. She’s an outcast like him and the bond between them begins to grow.

However, Owen doesn’t know just how much Abby differs from society and the revelation of what she really is ultimately tests their close relationship.

Both young actors show talent beyond their years, taking the film up a whole other level from the “Hollywood” idealism of vampirism.

Moretz’s portrayal of the life of a vampire to be that of a burden and a curse makes the audience sympathize with her and Smit-McPhee’s role as a sullen and weak boy who accepts Abby for who she is, is played beautifully, and the characters relationship becomes that much more believable.

With the exception of the few scenes where Abby feeds, the film isn’t outlandishly gory. It falls more along the lines of a thriller with certain horror aspects rather than a slasher movie. The movie also has undertones of an odd and unlikely love story, so those not-so-big fans of horror, can enjoy this film as well.

“Let Me In” tells a beautiful story, one Filmmakers Jeff Zimbalist and Michael Zimbalist take a look at all sides of both Escobars in this film.

For instance, while Pablo may be a drug lord he also contributed to communities in Colombia, building soccer fields and homes for the poor.

With Pablo’s Robin Hood like persona the people of Colombia looked at him as a savoir, The other Escobar, Andres, is portrayed as an inspirational individual whose great soccer ability made the Colombian national team a threat going into the 1994 World Cup. With the help from people who knew Pablo and Andres, the Zimbalist brothers capture the essence of storytelling.

When we hear from Pablo Escobar’s right hand man in prison, Jhon Jairo Velasquez Vasquez, the insights he gives of his time with Pablo are remarkable and unforgettable.

The directors do so great of a job making this documentary that when we come

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filled with mystery, murder, love and friendship and has a little bit of something for everyone to enjoy.

This remake of the Swedish “Let the Right One In” is one of few films that doesn’t take away from the original; a definite must-see.

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back to the sequence in the beginning the viewers are given a full experience of what happens after.

This film is one of ESPN’s “30 for 30” segments which according to 30for30.espn.com “documents some of the events, teams and games that transformed the sports landscape from 1979 to 2009.”

Soccer fans and non-soccer fans alike are sure to enjoy this revealing documentary, one of the best ESPN “30 for 30” series.

“The Two Escobars” will be released in theaters Oct. 29 and the next showing on television will be Nov. 28 at 5 p.m. on ESPN classic.

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Consider this: spaghetti and meatballs, fresh grilled panini and made on-the-spot ice cream sandwiches.

From the description you might conclude that you would have to spend a good hour or two to enjoy such divine delights entirely.

But you can enjoy all this in under a half-hour.

Spinella Pasta Bar and The Cookie Mill are two restaurants in one, and in walking distance from campus.

Family owned and operated, Spinella Pasta Bar is located at 1165 East Alosta Ave; just south of the stadium parking lot it’s not a far walk at all to enjoy this place.

For about $6, tax included, you get yourself a hearty, rich bowl of pasta or a panini and a drink. Not to mention no dine in waiting or hefty price. I can’t think of anywhere else nearby that has that.

Spinella Pasta Bar has an open kitchen right in front of you. In such a clean, cozy and friendly environment I’m always surprised whenever I look at the prices.

There is also a “kid friendly” menu for those who just want a small bite or have little ones with them. Just ask for something kid friendly.

There are many different choices and since it’s so affordable it makes it even more appealing.

From baked ziti, gnocchi, jumbo ravioli, Sicilian wedding soup to an Italian club panini, Spinella Pasta Bar has it all.

The Cookie Mill offers a great selection of cookies and ice cream, or both if the mood fits.

So you've ordered your cookie but it’s a hot day and you need something cold. That's when you ask for an ice cream sandwich. For $2 you can turn your ordinary cookie into an extraordinary ice-cream cookie sandwich.

The ice cream choices range from your usual vanilla, chocolate and cookie’s ‘n’ cream, as well as the more interesting flavors.

So it’s within walking distance, not overpriced and tasty. Between my classes I could have gotten the same old greasy drive-thru burger, or pizza or paid the same amount of money and got some pasta, maybe a panini and an ice cream sandwich?

I would definitely recommend this place, Spinella Pasta Bar is too good to miss out on.

The hours of operation are Monday-Thursday 11A.M-8P.M, Friday 11A.M-9P.M. and Saturdays, 11A.M6P.M. The phone number for The Pasta Bar is (626) 852-5756 and The Cookie Mill is (626) 852-7576

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Lead role all shook up Erica Irigoyen Clarion Managing Editor

Singing and dancing are two things that most students would agree is something that is best done in the privacy of one’s home. But for one of the leads in “All Shook Up,” singing and dancing is for public consumption.

Cesar G. Quintero, 20-yearold musical theater major has been singing all of his life but didn’t get involved in musicals until middle school.

“All Shook Up” takes us back to 1955 “where a mysterious leather-jacketed, guitar-playing stranger helps a small town discover both the magic of romance and the power of rock-and-roll,” according to the Haugh Performing Arts center website.

Quintero grew up in a family that was academically successful but not necessarily the creative type.

“None of my family is musical or artistic,” Quintero said. “My grandma (Celia Tirado) is the only one who sings.”

Even though Quintero’s parents, Cesar and Lucy, lack the musical ability he has acquired, they are extremely supportive and proud of everything that he has done.

“My parents are obsessed with Elvis so they are so excited for the show,” Quintero said.

Although Quintero slacked off academically throughout school, he found success in musicals when he landed the lead role in

“Bye Bye Birdie” in high school.

Along with finding success in musicals, Quintero is also a gifted opera singer.

Since picking up opera six years ago, Quintero has flourished. During the Music Center Spotlight Awards competition in 2008, Quintero landed a spot in the semi-finals, beating more than 700 performers.

Because Quintero wants nothing more than to be a successful musical performer, he commits himself to more than just musicals at school. He also performs in shows throughout the community.

“I refuse to work real jobs,” Quintero said. “So I focus all of my time on doing shows that pay.”

Erica Irigoyen, Citrus College Clarion Because Quintero’s entire life revolves ‘All Shook Up’ lead role, Cesar Quintero, is getting into his best Elvis character during rehearsal. around singing and dancing both in and outside of school, he cess by anybody’s standards, but tion isn’t something that QuinElvis surrogate.” doesn’t have much time for anyit isn’t without constant hard tero lets get in the way of success.

“All Shook Up” will be in the thing else. work and dedication. One thing Director and choreographer Haugh Performing Arts Center “I wake up early and come to he has had to struggle with John Vaughn is extremely proud Oct. 22-24. Tickets are $16.50 school for Citrus Singers and throughout his singing career is of how successful Quintero is be- for students and seniors and then go to rehearsals and go memorizing song lyrics. coming and is excited for the up $17.50 for general admission. home, go to bed, wake up and do “Memorization isn’t one of and coming performance. it all over again,” Quintero said. my strong points,” Quintero said.

“He is wonderful,” Vaughn Quintero is becoming a sucBut struggling with memoriza- said. “He is going to be a perfect

‘All Shook Up’ comes to the Haugh Kristin Lacuesta

From director and choreographer John Vaughan, faculty in the dance, fine and performing arts department at Citrus College, comes the annual performance known as “All Shook Up.” “All Shook Up” combines the work of literature great William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” with music from rock-and-roll legend Elvis Presley.

Citrus student performers will dance and sing to 24 Presley songs in this energetic musical.

Songs included in the score are classics such as “Jailhouse Rock,” “Love Me Tender,” “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fools Fall In Love” and of course “All Shook Up.” The musical will run for three days in the Citrus College Haugh Performing Arts Center, Oct. 22 – 24.

Show times on Friday Oct. 22 and Saturday Oct. 23 are at 8 p.m. and the Sunday Oct. 24 show is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m.

Regular admission is $17.50, students with ASCC sticker and seniors get in for $16.50 and kids 16 years or younger are $15.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at www.citruscollege.edu by clicking on the Haugh Performing Arts link.

Tickets can also be bought by calling the Haugh Performing Arts Center box office at (626) 963-9411.

Box office hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tickets will also be sold one hour before performances at the box office.

Clarion Campus Editor

Natalie Miranda, Citrus College Clarion

Professor of Dance John Vaugh, center, works with the cast of “All Shook Up” to perfect their dance moves for the Oct 22-24 performance.

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SPOTLIGHT

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Sony moves into motion control Austin Paul Adamson Clarion Staff Writer

The PlayStation Move is attracting an audience that typically doesn’t play electronic games, casual gamers: women and seniors.

Nintendo launched the Wii console in 2006 alongside Sony’s PlayStation 3, and one year after the release of Microsoft’s Xbox 360.

Sony released their answer to the Wii last month. At first glance, the PlayStation Move controller looks like a black Wii controller with a ping pong ball attached to the front. Upon closer inspection, it becomes apparent that they are indeed very similar.

But, while the Wii uses an infrared light signal from the front of the controller that bounces off a sensor bar, the PlayStation Move uses a much more sophisticated method for tracking movement.

In order to play a game with the Move, the player must have the PlayStation Eye attached to the PS3 console. The PlayStation Eye is nothing more than a simple webcam designed specifically for the PS3.

During a game, the sphere attached to the end of the Move

controller is illuminated, allowing for the Eye camera to easily spot where the controller is located in 3D space.

The PS3 has hardware components that make it much more powerful than the Wii, and for this reason, it can play games that can run smoother and are also more visually stunning. The PlayStation can run games in full 1080p resolution, which is considered to be the current standard for full high definition media, while the Wii can only handle those games in 480p.

PlayStation games are typically geared towards more hardcore gamers who prefer big budget action games with a deep story. For contrast Move’s flagship title is targeting the Wii demographic of casual with the game “Sports Champions.”

This is Sony’s answer to “Wii Sports” and “Wii Sports Resort.”

“Sports Champions” features six activities: Disc Golf, Gladiator Duel, Beach Volleyball, Archery, Table Tennis and Bocce can all be enjoyed in solo mode or with up to three friends.

All of “Sports Champions” games support play with just one Move controller. However

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Gladiator Duel, Volleyball and Archery can be played with two Move controllers.

While Sony is trying to take in sales from Nintendo, the company is also making an effort to get their current fan base to purchase the Move.

Sony has already taken several of their high selling, PS3 exclusive titles and updated

them to support the Move controllers.

Popular games like “Resident Evil 5,” “Heavy Rain” and “Tiger Woods PGA 2010” already have been updated.

Most of these core titles require the Move’s Navigation controller, a wireless nub of a controller that has a few buttons and joystick, mimicking the

Wii’s controller called the Nunchuck.

The PlayStation Move and the Wii are also different in how accurately the controller detects a player’s movements. The slightest tilt or rotate in a player’s wrist is clearly displayed by the game and actions are reflected. For example, in table tennis the angle in which the paddle is held greatly affects how the ball reacts when hit.

Last year the Wii came out with an add-on that plugs into the bottom of the controller to improve accuracy. However PlayStation Move is still more accurate.

One downside to the Move’s accuracy is that before each game, the controller must be calibrated with the system before each game. This process is simple, yet still can be tiresome.

In games like “Sports Champions,” calibration is required before every match.

While Nintendo may have popularized motion controlled gaming, it looks like Sony has greatly improved upon it with their camera controller hybrid setup. It now only remains to see how Microsoft’s Kinect, a controller-free, camera-based interface, fares when it is released this November.