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The football team lost their sixth consectutive game on Saturday to the Antelope 31-14.

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ENTERTAINMENT Now on display in the library is the cosmotology department’s annual hair show which features a collection of mannequins showcasing eclectic hair and makeup designs.

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A bomb threat made by an anonymous caller to the Glendora Police Department on Oct. 19 resulted in the evacuation of several buildings on the east end of the Citrus College campus.

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The Parousia, a local band, has just released their first self-titled recording: ‘The Parousia EP’

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Superintendent/ President Geraldine M. Perri, Ph. D., led the fall convocation held on Aug. 27, when she delivered her third annual State of the College address.

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Announcements Required Orientation The orientation program at Citrus College is designed to help students succeed. As a reminder, orientation is REQUIRED for all new non-exempt students who applied to Citrus College for the Summer or Fall 2010 sessions.

All future registration will be withheld for students who have not completed the orientation requirement by October 31, 2010. Students who believe they are exempt or those who want to read about procedures for challenging matriculation regulatory provisions can be referred to the matriculation section in the Citrus College Catalog www.citruscollege.edu/schedule/catalog/Page s/default.aspx The orientation requirement can be satisfied in any of the following formats: n In-person orientation following assessment (recommended for new students) - the schedule and information can be accessed at http://citruscollege.edu/lc/testing/Pages/AssessmentPlacementTesting.aspx n Online orientation at http://orientation.citruscollege.edu (assessment recommended prior to orientation)

Transfer Fair The Citrus College Career/Transfer Fair will take place all morning in the Campus Center Mall on Thursday, Oct. 28.

Arcadia Girl Scouts Robotic Team takes award Three of Rock ‘n' Roll Robots' 10 members traveled to the nation's capital, where President Obama presented them with an award for the best robot from a middle school team on Monday, Oct. 18. The White House Science Fair celebrates winners of a broad range of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) competitions. Winning student exhibitions were on display for the president, who congratulated the students and handed out awards for their work.The award follows the team's success at a national FIRST Tech Challenge in April.

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Jobs...Jobs....Jobs 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.

VALLEY’S GOT TALENT 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, Jan. 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/ta lent.

Teen killed by shark attack Lucas Ransom, 19, and his buddy Matthew Garcia were enjoying the waves at Surf Beach when a shark appeared out of nowhere and pulled Ransom under. 'It was all really quick,' Garcia said. Ransom's left leg was ripped off at the pelvis. He was bleeding profusely and died before they got there. Witnesses told authorities that the young men were about 100 yards offshore when the attack occurred.

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Student battles CSU system University officials warn former student Ryan Stevens, 22, that selling homework and class notes is against state education code, opening a debate on intellectual property. Stevens created a website called NoteUtopia.com, who was launched in August. Now, the young entrepreneur is battling the California State University system and claims that students' rights have fallen through the cracks. The case also touches on who controls the intellectual property of notes taken during class.

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NATIONAL Senate candidate Fiorina hospitalized California GOP Senate challenger Carly Fiorina is in the hospital to be treated for an infection associated with her reconstructive surgery after breast cancer. Deborah Bowker, the campaign's chief of staff, says in a statement issued Tuesday that Fiorina was admitted to a hospital and is being treated with antibiotics. Bowker says Fiorina has canceled Tuesday campaign events in Riverside and Coachella. She says she expects Fiorina to return to the campaign trail soon.

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Flu Shot Clinic Flu shot clinics are being held today for faculty and staff in front of the Student Health Center from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you are unable to attend these clinics, the flu vaccine will be administered on an ongoing basis in the Student Health Center beginning Monday, Nov. 1. The hours of administration will be Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call ext.

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High-tech border in tatters The Department of Homeland Security, positioning itself to cut its losses on a socalled invisible fence along the U.S.- Mexico border, has decided not to exercise a oneyear option for Boeing to continue work on the troubled multibillion-dollar project involving high-tech cameras, radar and vibration sensors. The result, after an investment of more than $1 billion, may be a system with only 53 miles of unreliable coverage along the nearly 2,000-mile border.

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Obama rallys for Democratic Party President Barack Obama entreated voters Friday to stick with Democrats on Nov. 2. Obama was campaigning for Barbra Boxer in Los Angeles and later Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., in Las Vegas. The day before it was Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., in Seattle. "Change is hard," Obama told supporters at a fundraiser for Sen. Barbara Boxer of California on day three of a four-day campaign swing from Portland to Minneapolis aimed at shielding imperiled Democratic majorities in the House and Senate.

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INTERNATIONAL Tsunami hits Indonesia On Tuesday, Indonesian authorities scrambled to deal with two deadly disasters after a tsunami and volcanic eruptions struck in separate regions of the vast Indonesian archipelago. The tsunami, triggered by a 7.7-magnitude undersea quake, slammed into the remote Mentawai Islands late Monday, wreaking havoc in villages in the south of the island chain and, the authorities believe, sweeping scores out to sea.

As a result, the Tsunami killed at least 113 people and left hundreds missing, including at least eight foreigners, officials said. Thousands more were homeless.

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Chilean miners honored by President in Capital The 33 miners trapped deep underground for 69 days, continued Monday with a whirlwind visit to Santiago, Chile’s capital city, where they were greeted by cheering crowds and toasted by government officials. After nearly two weeks since rescuers lifted the miners to safety, President Sebastian Piñera, who executed the rescue plan, took the chance on Monday to celebrate with the miners and commemorate their survival story, which captivated millions around the world and brought hardwon respect to the South American nation.

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Deal diverts trial in Guantanmo Case On Monday, a former child soldier being held at the military prison at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, pleaded guilty to terrorism-related charges, averting the awkward prospect that he would be the first person to stand trial before a military commission under the Obama administration. Omar Khadr, 24, a Canadian, admitted to a military judge that he threw a grenade that killed an American soldier during a 2002 firefight and that he had planted 10 roadside bombs for Al Qaeda. The deal represents a breakthrough for the Obama administration’s legal team, Source: NY Times

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Delay of state budget has minor effect on college’s budget Kristin Lacuesta Clarion Campus Editor

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed the 2010-2011 state budget on Oct. 8, after a record delay of 100 days.

However, on Oct. 19, the governor vetoed two items that were included in the original budget for community colleges and deferred those items to the 2011-2012 budget. Those being the $25 million to maintain and expand high-demand workforce training as well as the $35 million to backfill categorical cuts.

Despite the delay and vetoes of the California budget, on Oct. 5, Citrus College adopted its budget for the 2010-2011 school year.

Geraldine M. Perri, Ph.D., superintendent/president of Citrus College was said to be pleased with the college budget as it addressed the issues of both revenue enhancement and containment of costs.

But the failure of state legislation to adopt a budget before the deadline did have an adverse effect on the school’s budget.

“Because of the delay, Citrus hasn’t received apportionment dollars from the state, therefore compromising our cash flow,” said Carol Horton vice president of finance and administrative services.

The college’s adopted 2010-2011 budget has an expenditure total of $59,612,197 and a total revenue of $58,753,715—a deficit of $858,482.

“Expenditure totals clearly exceeds that of our revenue, and we’re trying to offset

that deficit in light of no anticipation of increase in state revenue,” Horton said.

The 2010-2011 college budget is said to maintain the staterequired 5 percent budget reserve, fund all employee step/column/class salary adjustments, fund increases in health care premium— $1,107 per employee for Kaiser Permanente and $1,934 per employee at Blue Shield—fund 2.2 percent increase in the number of full-time equivalent students, provide for the hiring of critical staff positions and allow for ongoing categorical program backfill and required funding match.

On Sept. 21, Perri and Horton hosted an all-campus forum on the budget where the hiring of eight new full-time faculty for the spring 2011 semester was discussed.

The hiring comes as a result of ensuring the college is in compliance of the 50 percent law and the full-time faculty hiring obligation (75/25).

The school could have been fined $66,000 for every faculty member not hired to fulfill the (75/25) obligation.

According to Horton, “the hiring of eight new faculty members would cost ap-

Courtesy of Carol Horton

proximately $360,000.” A cheaper alternative to that of a possible fine total of $528,000.

Perri agrees with the hiring saying, “while it does seem somewhat counterintuitive that the college would be required to expend funds for long-term commitments in light of diminishing revenues, the implications of not meeting these requirements are fiscally punitive.”

During the forum, many strategies for cost containment were introduced some of those being the minimization of expenses in utilities, supplies, travel, memberships, consultants and contracts, promotion of the college’s “Energy Smart” plan, limiting on-call, extra duty and overtime assignments as well as reducing the purchases and upgrades of technological equipment.

The budget is also said to be pursuing new revenue sources in state, federal and private grants, pursuing additional opportunities for contract education and cultivating potential donor relationships to support college needs.

In a memo, Perri expressed her gratitude with all that has been able to be achieved.

“I am grateful for all of our proactive collaborative measures over the last two years to address falling state revenues to Citrus College,” Perri said.

The delay had an effect on Citrus formulating a budget, but Perri remained positive throughout. “Our aim has always been to serve our students,” Perri said. “All the while ensuring the fiscal stability of the college and the avoidance of actions such as layoffs and furloughs.”

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What you missed at the Oct. 26 meeting wGEAR will have a booth taking registrations for their Call to Arms Tournament.

Nov. 2 through Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. wRDA will have a See’s Candy Fundraiser from Nov. 1 to Dec. 1 campus wide. wNite Owls study sessions Dec. 6 to 9 and Dec 13 to 16 wPetition to organize a new club: Irazumi Club (Tattooist/Pie rces) wPetition to organize a new club: Holy Hip Hop

Donna Davey Richard Morales

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Financial support for young adults in the California foster care program will be available to them until they turn 21, according to a new state law.

AB12, The California Fostering to Connections Success Act, which was signed by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on Sept. 30, allows for foster care youth and their care givers to continue receiving assistance from the foster care program until they reach the age of 21. The age cap had previously been 18.

Gov. Schwarzenegger said some important things about the passing of the bill, “AB 12 will ensure our foster youth have access to important resources as they transition into adulthood.”

Some foster youth about to turn 18, at which age they are ‘emancipated,’ feel bleak. Their secure life within the foster family is coming to a close. Many young people lack the

life skills and the psychological stability to face the adult world.

At Citrus College, foster youth can enroll in the Youth Empowerment Strategies for Success program.

Omar Maldonado is an outreach advisor in the YESS program.

“This law was put in place because the lawmakers saw a need for it,” Maldonado said.

“Some of the youth need it more than others, but it still necessary in getting foster kids ready for the real world.”

The purpose of the Foster to Famous Club at Citrus College helps foster youth plan their college paths and provides a family environment to help young adults become more anchored and prepared for adulthood.

With an estimated 25 members, Foster to Famous reaches out to foster youth and other underprivileged young people to provide them with a safe environment to voice their concerns and to get involved in positive

school and fund-raising activities to help build self-esteem and confidence. The Foster to Famous Club meets every other Friday from 11a.m. to 1p.m. in the ASCC conference room in the student campus center.

Mikisha Deason, the student president of the club, provides a solid leadership for the club and encourages student involvement with the club’s activities.

On Friday Oct. 8 some of the clubs members spoke about how the new law would affect them during the Foster to Famous club meeting.

Some were said to be unaffected by the law Amaris Jackson, a Citrus College dance and music major, is one of those people.

She lives with a family member that continues to provide her with a stable home even after she has turned 18.

This is not necessarily the case for other students, such as Brandon Arias, vice-president of the Foster to Famous Club, who is studying to become a social worker in hopes that one day he can help other foster care youth.

“This law has helped me so much,” Arias said. “I can’t stay with my aunt after I am emancipated so the new law will help me with transitional living arrangements. It will give me a place to live and it will

teach me about how to take care of myself as an adult.”

Without the new law, foster youth like Arias would not have been able to see such a bright future for themselves as students or adults.

According to Arias, many caregivers as for foster youth to move out when they turn 18.

This places many young adults in a state of financial crisis and an emotional state of panic by putting them out into the streets to fend for themselves leaving them poor, uneducated and unprepared for adulthood.

A workshop and seminar for foster youth is scheduled for Dec. 4 in the Center for Innovation building in Room 159.

Jo Ann Hinojosa in the EOPS office is a member of the team that put together the workshop that will provide foster youth with information on how to care for themselves in the adult world by providing skills in planning budgets, pay, bills and develop other necessary life skills.

Other states such as Massachusetts are considering extending new foster-care laws benefits. Extending the foster-care services here in California could set a precedent for other states to establish the same type of laws, which in turn would help the foster-care youth across the nation.

Possible bomb threatens campus Brandi Mendez Special to the Clarion

A bomb threat made by an anonymous phone caller to the Glendora Police Department on Oct. 19 resulted in the evacuation of several buildings on the eastend of the Citrus College Campus.

The GPD dispatcher received the call at approximately 7 p.m., reporting a bomb threat in the cosmetology Professional Center near the Foothill Boulevard and Barranca Avenue intersection.

Four squad cars, including five GPD officers and a canine unit came to search the perimeter of the area.

Fox 11 KTTV’s videographer Gino Arias was one of the first on the scene, equipped with video to start shooting footage said, “we got a call that there was something in the building.”

According to a Department of Safety incident report, supervisor Tony Giannone and four Campus Safety officers met with police to create a plan to evacuate the PC, the Technology Center and Portable no. 1 buildings.

Each building was then evacuated floor by floor, and, once cleared, each room was searched and secured. No device was found in any of the suspected rooms and surrounding areas, according to the incident report.

When the perimeter was secured, GPD Sergeant Matt Egan gave the all-clear.

Egan also advised Campus Security officer Todd Dickson, who filed

the incident report, the bomb threat phone call came in vey similar to one approximately six months ago at the same location.

Egan quoted the caller as saying: “People at Citrus are going to die,” according to the incident report.

When the GPD dispatcher asked the caller; “Why?” The caller responded, “There is a bomb in the cosmo building,” according to the report.

Steve Hartman, professor of physical education was the administrator on duty on Tuesday and said that the incident was handled efficiently and rapidly. In the incident report, Dickson had reported the situation was handled as best as possible due to having radio/phone silence during the evacuation and search of the buildings. Hartman said that he and Campus Security had “continuous open communication. We just turned the radios down in turn not to alarm anyone.”

Also stated that the entire campus wasn’t evacuated because the rest of the campus because no physical evidence found, but for safety precautions were taken and that is why the cosmetology building and the adjacent buildings were the only ones in immediate possible danger.

When asked why the campus wasn’t notified of the bomb threat the day after the incident on a campus alert, Hartman said that “there was no need to tell the students and alert them because they (GPD and Campus Security) were able to evacuate so quickly.”

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Campus to celebrate Dia De Los Muertos Susana Guitron Clarion Staff Writer

Courtesy of the Associated Students of Citrus College

For the past several years, the “Latina Leadership Network” (LLN) and “Latinos Unidos Student Association” (LUSA) have sponsored the campus celebration of Dia De Los Muertos, or “Day of The Dead.”

Now LLN and LUSA are marking Dia De Los Muertos with two different campus events.

The tradition of honoring deceased friends and family members began more than 500 years ago.

On Nov. 2, families of Mexican descent spend the entire day at the

cemetery where they decorate grave sites with figures, toys, art, candles and flowers such as marigolds.

Participants enjoy favorite foods, beverages, and music in the cemeteries as they honor the lives of their loved ones.

The first Citrus College event is scheduled for tomorrow in front of the library from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

This event is free to the community and students. However, LLN will be selling tamales and beverages.

There will be face painting for the children and live mariachi music.

All proceeds go directly to Citrus College student scholarships.

“This is a great opportunity we like to take to teach the campus community about Dia De Los Muertos,” said Joanne Hinojosa, chair of LLN. Students can not only learn about this cultural holiday but also witness first-hand an annual display of art and alters lit up with candles. For more information about this event please contact Joanne Hinojosa at (626) 9148558.

The second event celebrating Dia De Los Mertos is scheduled for Nov. 2 and will be hosted by LUSA at the Owl Fountain from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This gives students an op-

portunity to witness the celebration during daylight hours.

Sociology professor Roberto Perez will be speaking on the significance of Dia De Los Muertos.

Alters, art, face painting and music will be a featured.

Members of LUSA will be selling taco and burrito plates of rice, beans and a beverage for $5. Hot chocolate and pan dulce (sweet bread) will be on the menu as well.

“The money we raise helps us out with our yearly achievement graduation ceremony, Latino Talent Show, and, of course student scholarships,” said LUSA student president Tania Lucero.

“Usually both LLN and LUSA events for Dia De Los Muertos land on the same day, but this year it didn’t work out that way,” Lucero said. “But this gives us two opportunities to celebrate and enjoy Hispanic culture in a festive way within the campus.”

The Dia De Los Muertos celebration leaves a positive impression among the staff, faculty and students each year Tanya Del Rio, 22 a nursing major said “ I’ve heard about it, I think it would be fun to go see what its all about and learn something new about Dia De Los Muertos.”

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College campus awarded for going green Natalie Miranda Clarion Entertainment Editor

The Citrus College community recently received an award for their efforts in becoming energy efficient and reducing its carbon footprint.

Green Technology, a nonprofit initiative designed to inform government efforts toward sustainability, presented the Green Community Colleges Leadership Award to Citrus College on Oct. 12 at the Green California Community College Summit at the Pasadena Convention Center.

“The committee was very impressed with the scope of things we were doing and had encouraged us to apply,” said Kim Holland, Ph.D., director of workforce development at Citrus College.

Green Team News, a key component encouraging green efforts across campus, is a monthly newsletter written by Holland, which highlights projects and programs in this effort.

“Some campuses do some things very well, but we have the whole campus participating, largely because of this newsletter we have put out every month,” Holland said.

“The conversation across campus has raised awareness on how we can go green.”

Teachers in all departments have also taken steps to go green.

For example, the Green Team bought portable sinks for ceramics classes, which saves 100 gallons of water a day, and saves on plumbing bills.

The cosmetology department has “taught students the correct way to use hair dyes and other products and how to dispose of them properly,” Holland said.

Other classes, such as speech and creative writing, have implemented green curriculum by focusing certain lessons on reading articles about going green, Holland explained.

Citrus students are becoming more aware as well.

“I try not to use plastic bags,” Cynthia Rodriguez, 19, a psychology major and employee in the Owl Bookshop said. “I try not to use a lot of paper and try to do everything electronically. I try to recycle.”

She also said she would like to see more electric vehicles around campus.

The Student Services building, now under construction, was designed with a ‘cool’ roof that insulates the building and reflects the rays of the sun and low-flow toilet fixtures that reduce water consumption.

“Daylight harvesting is accomplished through the use of windows to reduce reliance on electrical lighting,” said Michael Harrington, director of facilities and construction.

Hands-free faucets and electrical hand dryers were installed in the restrooms to reduce the use of water and paper towels.

Holland says there are many other things Citrus can work on to further the greening process.

“I’d like to have us off the grid one day,” Holland said.

“As you know, it’s thousands and thousands of dollars each week to fund the energy on this campus. In a way it’s like a little city.”

“I would like to have more green curriculum. I would like to see more faculty get more involved. I would like to have every department on campus talking about what is green in their curriculum.”

On Nov. 5, Citrus will be holding “A Sustainable Approach to Textbooks” discussion and lunch. It will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information and to R.S.V.P. for the event, call 626914-8700.

Courtesy of Dr. Kim Holland

The Green Award now sits in Dr. Kim Holland’s office, director of workforce development at Citrus. The college received the award on Oct. 12 for excellence in green curriculum.

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9 Erica Irigoyen

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Fall 2010 Sports Guide Women’s Water Polo @ Ventura (10/27/2010) Game Time: 2:15 p.m.

Women’s Water Polo @ Pasadena Mini-Tourney (10/29/2010) All Day Event Women’s Soccer vs. LA Pierce (10/29/2010) Game Time: 12 p.m.

Men’s Soccer vs. Santa Barbara (10/29/2010) Game Time: 2 p.m.

Volleyball @ LA Pierce (10/29/2010) Game Time: 7 p.m.

Natalie Miranda, Citrus College Clarion

The Citrus College defense works to take down wide receiver Jeremy Clark from Antelope Valley College at the Oct. 23 game in the Citrus College Stadium. The Owls were defeated 31-14.

Football team gets shut down Sonny Giordona Erica Irigoyen Clarion Staff Writers

What started out as an exciting game, ended in disappointment for the Citrus College football team on Oct. 23 against Antelope Valley. The Owls lost their sixth consecutive game against the Marauders 31-14.

The first quarter brought excitement to the crowd when wide receiver Arsenio Glenn made a 78-yard run on the Owls first play, resulting in a touchdown. But that excitement didn’t last long.

After scoring another touchdown in the

second quarter, the Owls quickly realized that their strong start would not be enough to win the game. Antelope Valley answered back with two touchdowns of their own—tying it up 14-14 before the half.

In the closing seconds of the third quarter, the Marauders kicker, Kyle Steffes made a 24-yard field goal, resulting in a 17-14 lead over the Owls.

The fourth quarter deepened the Owls disappointment when the Marauders scored two more touchdowns—resulting in a final score of 31-14.

Citrus head coach Ron Ponciano, although disappointed in his team’s loss, is

looking ahead without regret.

“We were as prepared as we could be and we did everything different to prepare,” Ponciano said. “We have had a lot of injuries and that didn’t help.”

Although it was an upsetting loss, Owls defensive back Kevin Puckett is already focused on how to improve upon the next performance of he and his teammates.

“We were real prepared,” Puckett said.

“We need to practice harder, and practice longer, and not make mental mistakes.”

Despite their victory, the Marauders’ head coach Perry Jehlicka wasn’t thrilled, but focused on where his team could do better.

“We didn’t play as well I would have liked at first,” Jehlicka said. “They attacked right away, which we expected, and the tight ends gave us problems throughout the game.”

In light of the Owls recent rash of injuries, coach Ponciano is more driven to get his players recovered and ready to play better football.

“Losses are bitter and frustrating,” Ponciano said. “We need to have longer practices and change up our routines.”

The Owls next home game will be on Nov. 13 against Long Beach at 1 p.m.

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VOTING GUIDE

OCTOBER 27, 2010

CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR

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MEG WHITMAN

JERRY BROWN

Age: 54 Republician Previous experience: • CEO of eBay • Brand assistant at Proctor & Gamble • Vice President of Bain and Co. • Executive positions held at Stride Rite, Disney, Hasbro and Florists Transworld Delivery.

Age: 72 Democrat Previous experience: • Served on the Los Angeles Community College Board of Trustees in 1969 • Secretary of State 1971-75 • Governor of California 1975-83 • Democratic Party Chairman 198991 • California attorney general 2007Present

Meg Whitman was born in Harbor, New York.

She earned her B.A. in economics from Princeton University and in her M.B.A from Harvard Business Schoolin 1972.

Afterward, she moved to San Francisco with her husband.

This is her first time running as a political candidate.

Meg Whitman says she will offer tax cuts that she hopes will create new private sector jobs.

ISSUES: • On illegal immigration Whitman has a very firm stance and wants to hold employers accountable for hiring illegal immigrants. She does not support amnesty for illegal immigrants.

• Whitman wants to instill a business-like attitude to the California budget and control runaway spending. She touts experience managing the budgets of large corporations.

• She will consider nuclear energy.

• Whitman supports a one year moratorium on AB32, the landmark climate legislation bill due to the current economic crisis.

OTHER CANDIDATES

ENDORSEMENTS: • California Chamber of Commerce • California Narcotic and Peace Officers’ Associations • California Farm Bureau Federation • Former Vice President Dick Cheney • Former United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice • Former Massachuetts Governor Mitt Romney

Carlos Alvarez

Dale F. Ogden

PEACE & FREEDOM

LIBERTARIAN

Chelene Nightingale

Laura Wells

AMERICAN INDEPENDENT

GREEN

Jerry Brown was born in San Francisco. After graduating high school in 1955 he spent four years in a Jesuit

seminary and then received a B.A. degree in Classics from the University of California at Berkeley.

He graduated from Yale Law School in 1964.

In the 80s he spent six months in Japan studying Zen meditation, and spent time in India with Mother Theresa.

Jerry Brown became “Governor Moonbeam,” during his time as California governor in 1976, when Chicago columnist Mike Royko coined the term referring to the young, idealistic, non-traditional voters Brown rang in at election.

ISSUES: • Brown would support the development of nuclear power plants because he believes climate change is an impending catastrophe. “The alternatives to burning carbon have to be taken very, very seriously,” Brown said in a GQ interview.

• On the topic of immigration Brown supports a “path to citizenship,” for illegal immigrants and asserts that it is the only humane thing to do.

• Brown doesn’t have a very firm stance on the legalization of marijuana.

He said in a recent GQ article that he does not support the legalization of drugs but agrees that alcohol and legal drugs come with their own problems.

• Previously, as California governor Brown presided over a $4 billion surplus. He passed the first efficiency standards for appliances and homes, and made California a global leader in alternative energy.

ENDORSEMENTS: • La Opinion: the nation’s largest Spanish language newspaper.

• The Los Angeles Times • Former President Bill Clinton • California Police Chiefs Association • California Teachers Association • Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca • Planned Parenthood

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U.S. SENATOR

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Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom: Democrat Age: 42 Gavin Newsom was elected mayor of San Francisco in 2003. Prior to that, he was appointed to the San Francisco city/county board of supervisors in 1997 and elected supervisor in 1998. His plans as lieutenant governor are to keep the state’s open spaces accessible, support the state’s global warming law and push for more state money for higher education and the reduction of student fees. For more information about Gavin Newsom for lieutenant governor, visit www.gavinnewsom.com.

Abel Maldonado: Republican Age 43 Abel Maldonado is currently serving as California’s lieutenant governor. As lieutenant governor, Maldonado plans to create and retain jobs through the Economic Development Commission by maximizing the office’s role. Additionally, he wants to use university board positions to reinforce the role of higher education as centers of innovation for economic development. Finally, Maldonado plans to improve the state’s response to emergencies. To learn more about Abel Maldonado for lieutenant governor, visit www.abelmaldonado2010.com.

Attorney General Kamala D. Harris: Democrat Age 45 Currently, Kamala Harris is the San Francisco district attorney. She previously worked as a prosecutor in Alameda County. Harris’s platform is “smart on crime” based. In her platform, Harris vows to pursue white collar and violent crime. In addition, she supports the greenhouse-gas regulation. If elected, Harris will be the first woman and the first person of color to hold the office. To find out more about Kamala D. Harris, visit www.kamalaharris.org.

Steve Cooley: Republican Age 65 Steve Cooley joined the Los Angeles County district attorney’s office in 1973.

He became the elected district attorney in 2000. Cooley was a founder of the county’s public integrity unit—which prosecutes wrongdoing among government officials. He plans to expand the use of DNA for solving crime, defend the death penalty and prosecute Medi-Cal Fraud. For more information about Steve Cooley, visit www.stevecooley.com.

CARLY FIORINA

BARBARA BOXER

Republican Age: 56 Challenger and former CEO of Hewlett-Packard

Democrat Age: 69 Incumbent U.S Senator

Fiorina would like to repeal healthcare reform, and keep Guantanamo Bay prison open.

She is opposes abortion with an exception in the cases of rape, incest and danger to a mother’s life.

She also opposes gay marriage, and the greenhouse gas regulation supported by Boxer.

If elected this will be Boxer’s fourth term as U.S. senator.

She supports environmental policies, wants to create jobs, and “get California back on track.”

She is the chair of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. She supports a ban on assault weapons and the health care reform bill.

Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson: Democrat Age: 61 Tom Torlakson is a former teacher who utilizes political skills acquired during a long tenure in the state legislature. Torlakson wants to tie together standardized testing data with teacher evaluations. He also wants more accountability measures on charter schools and has opposed the state’s Race to the Top federal grant application.

To learn more about Tom Torlakson for superintendent of public instruction, visit www.tomtorlakson.com.

Larry Aceves: Independent Age: 66 Larry Aceves is a longtime Democrat who re-registered as an Independent. Aceves rose from a bilingual teacher in 1991 to a superintendent of two schools in the San Jose area in 2006. He emphasizes a nonpolitical, administrative background and has policy positions similar to Torlakson.

To learn more about Larry Acevs, visit www.larryaceves2010.com.

Controller John Chiang: Democrat Age: 48 John Chiang is the current California controller. Prior to becoming the state’s controller, he was elected a member of the State Board of Equalization. Chiang’s priorities include upgrading the technology in the controller’s office and returning unclaimed property to state residents. To learn more about John Chaing for California controller, visit www.johnchiang2010.com.

Tony Strickland: Republican Age: 40 Tony Strickland was a state assemblyman and senator for Conejo Valley. Strickland is a fiscal conservative and anti-tax crusader. He plans to be more aggressive and maximize dollars that the state collects in taxes. Strickland would also use the controller’s seat on the State Lands Commission to push for approval of offshore oil drilling near Santa Barbra. To learn more about Tony Strickland for California controller, visit www.tonystrickland.com.

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Treasurer

Secretary of State

Bill Lockyer: Democrat Age: 69 Bill Lockyer is a former assemblyman, state senate leader and two-term attorney general, first elected in 1973. Lockyer promotes green investment, pressures lawmakers to adopt a balanced budget and pushes to lower interest rates that the state pays to Wall Street. To learn more about Bill Lockyer for treasurer, visit www.lockyer2010.com.

Debra Bowen: Democrat Age: 54 Debra Bowen is the current secretary of state. She has promised to the state to improve the integrity of the election process and make government more accessible to residents. To learn more about Debra Bowen for reelection, visit www.debrabowen.com.

Mimi Walters: Republican Age 48 Mimi Walters is a former investment banker and Laguna Niguel city council member. In 2004, she was elected into the state assembly. Additionally, she ascended to the state senate in 2008. If elected, Walters will limit borrowing and shrink the state debt. To learn more about Mimi Walters for treasurer, visit www.mimiwalters.com.

Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones: Democrat Age: 48 Dave Jones is an advocate for comprehensive healthcare reform. His first priority, if elected, is making sure that insurance companies don’t take advantage of their customers. Additionally, he has promised to prevent companies from rescinding coverage when people get sick. Jones served on the Sacramento city council and was a legal A\aid attorney prior to his election to the assembly. To learn more about Dave Jones for insurance commissioner, visit www.davejones2010.com.

Mike Villines: Republican Age: 43 Mike Villines is a former Republican leader in the state assembly. If elected, Villines has promised to foster competition among insurance companies to help keep rates low, crack down on insurance fraud and hold the line on workers’ compensation costs. To learn more about Mike Villines for insurance commissioner,

Damon Dunn: Republican Age: 34 Damon Dunn is a Stanford University graduate as well as a professional football player. He owns a real estate business.

Dunn promises to increase voter registration, make it easier for people to vote, and crack down fraud in elections by requiring voters to show identification at polls. To learn more about Damon Dunn for secretary of state, visit www.damondunn.com.

Judges Carlos Moreno Justice Moreno previously served on the United States District Court for the Central District of California after being nominated in 1998 by President Bill Clinton and unanimously confirmed by the United States Senate. Moreno received his B.A. in Political Science from Yale University and his J.D. from Stanford Law School. He has more than 20 years of experience as a judge along with experience as a city prosecutor and with a private law firm.

Ming Chin Justice Chin received his B.A. in Political Science and J.D. from the University of San Francisco, and he served two years as a captain in the United States Army. He served three years as the deputy district attorney for Alameda County. He has served on the Court for 14 years, and served on the First District Court of Appeal and Alameda County Superior Court before that. He has 15 years experience in private law practice, and 2 years as Alameda County deputy district attorney.

Tani Cantil-Sakauye Sakauye was nominated by Governor Schwarzenegger in July to replace retiring Chief Justice Ronald George. She received her B.A. from UC Davis and her J.D from the Martin Luther King Jr. School of Law at UC Davis. She currently serves on the Court of Appeal, and has served on the Sacramento Superior Court and Municipal Court.

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As California’s Nov. 2 general election approaches understanding the nine propositions is very important. Below are short descriptions of each proposition, as well as simplified titles to easily remember them.

Proposition 19: Marijuana Legalizes Marijuana in California for personal use.

PROS: Generates billions in revenue, saves money, controls taxes like alcohol, only available to adults, adds punishments for the distribution to minors, and reduces drug cartels.

CONS: Opposed by Mothers Against Drunk Driving, California sheriffs, police chiefs, firefighters and district attorneys.

Endangers public safety, jeopardizes $9,400,000,000 in school funding and thousands of jobs.

People for 19 say, “We are wasting money tracking down and locking up people whose only crime is using marijuana.” (www.taxcannabis.org) People against 19 say, “Prop 19 encourages drug use which endangers safety in our communities and workplaces.” (www.noonproposition19.com) Courtesy of McClatchy-Tribune Services

Proposition 20: Congressional Redistricting

by Commission Removes elected representatives from districts and transfers their power to a 14-member commission of Democrats, Republicans, and representatives of neither party.

PROS: Would create fair districts, make elected officials more accountable, helps vote politicians out of office for not doing their jobs.

CONS: Would cause unemployment, crime, massive debt and waste taxpayer dollars.

People for 20 say, “Voters created a citizen commission to draw state legislative districts. They should draw congressional districts as well.” (www.yesonprop20.org) People against 20 say, “Prop 20 does not guarantee fairness, and the commission is not accountable to voters.” (www.noprop20.org)

Proposition 21: State Parks Charges car owners an extra $18 on their annual registration bill; owners who pay will have free admission and day use at all state parks.

PROS: Keeps state parks and beaches open, well-maintained and safe, protects irreplaceable natural areas, protects jobs, boosts the economy.

CONS: Brings back “Car Tax” to $1 billion every two years, allows politicians to deceive voters and increase taxes, California’s most trusted taxpayer protection organizations are opposed to Prop 21.

People for Prop 21 say, “Funding cuts have left some parks closed or poorly maintained and falling apart.” (www.yesforstateparks.com) People against Prop 21 say, “We need real budget reform, not another proposition that sets aside money for one specific cause.” (www.voteno21.com)

Race to the polls and vote on Nov. 2!

Proposition 22: Transportation and Local Government Funds Prohibits California from delaying the distribution of tax revenues even during fiscal hardship.

PROS: Stops state politicians from taking local government funds, protects local services: 9-1-1 emergency response, police, fire, libraries, transit and road repairs.

Supported by California Fire Chiefs Association, California Police Chiefs Association, California Library Association.

CONS: Public schools will lose billions of dollars, takes away money firefighters use to fight fires and other natural disasters and puts the interest of local developers ahead of emergency response.

People for 22 say, “Protects money for local fire fighting and law enforcement” (www.savelocalservices.com) People against Prop 22 say, “Prop 22 would result in less money for education during a bad economy.”

Proposition 23: Environment Suspends AB 32 the "Global Warming Solutions Act" until unemployment falls below 5.5 percent.

PROS: Saves jobs, prevents energy tax increases, and helps families, while preserving California's clean air and water laws.

It will save over a million jobs that would otherwise be destroyed.

CONS: Threatens public health with more air pollution; increase dependence on costly oil, and kills competition from job-creating California wind and solar companies.

People for 23 say, “We need to postpone our global warming law to protect our economy and prevent tax increases.” (www.yeson23.com) People against 23 say, “Supported by Texas oil companies that don’t like our clean energy and air pollution standards.” (www.stopdirtyenergyprop.com)

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Proposition 24: Taxes Repeals recent legislation that would allow businesses to lower their tax liability.

Proposition 26: Taxes Voters must give permission before any new taxes can be imposed.

PROS: Stops $1.7 billion in new special tax breaks for wealthy, multi-state corporations.

CONS: Does not guarantee money for classrooms. It would hurt small businesses, tax job creation, and send jobs out of California—costing the state 144,000 jobs.

People for 24 say, “In times of deep spending cuts, we cannot afford these tax breaks.” (www.yesprop24.com) People against 24 say, “Prop 24 will hurt businesses and send jobs out of California.” (www.stopprop24.com)

PROS: Stop taxes being added to the people of California through bypassing the two- thirds vote by calling the tax a fee.

CONS: Big oil, tobacco, and alcohol corporations want you to pay for the damages they cause.

People for 26 say: “Makes it much harder for politicians to impose taxes on businesses and consumers by calling the ‘fees.’”(www.no25yes26.com) People against prop 26 say, “Makes it much harder to collect fees from big companies that cause harm to the environment.” (www.stoppolluterprotection.com)

Proposition 25: State Budget State budget and budget-related legislation can be passed with a simple majority vote, rather than current two-thirds requirement.

Proposition 27: Elections Return task of redistricting to the California State Legislature (repealing Prop 11)

PROS: Reforms California's broken state budget process, holds legislators accountable for late budgets by stopping their pay and benefits every day the budget is late.

CONS: Makes it easier for politicians to raise taxes and restrict our constitutional right to reject bad laws. Does not protect safeguards against higher taxes and wasteful spending.

People for 25 say, “Allowing a majority vote on the budget, like 47 other states do, will help pass the budget on time.”

People against 25 say, “This makes it too easy for one political party to control state spending.”

PROS: The Citizens Redistricting Commission, established by Proposition 11 in 2008 to perform this function, would be eliminated.

CONS: Politicians behind 27 want to repeal the voter-approved Citizens Redistricting Commission. They want the power to draw safe districts for themselves and will spend or say anything to get it back.

People for 27 say, “Prop 27 will bring redistricting back to elected officials who are accountable to the people.”

People against 27 say, “Is not about saving money pr accountability. It’s a power grab by Politicians.”

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Drug free is still the way to be Natalie Miranda Clarion Entertainment Editor

The hot proposition on the Nov. 2 ballot is Proposition 19, the legalization of marijuana for recreational use, of which I am strongly opposed.

I am against Prop 19 for health reasons and the safety of my community. I know too many people who consume marijuana, and I don’t need them to have the luxury of consuming it for fun without any legal consequences.

Prop 19 states that users would not be allowed to use marijuana while driving, but what about the people who use it right before getting behind the wheel? Unlike those who drive under the influence of alcohol, there is no test to determine if a driver has been using marijuana — which likely means that car accidents will increase.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving oppose Prop 19 for this reason. Tina Pasco, Los Angeles affiliate executive director, made a statement on NBC that her group’s main focus is impaired driving, and that “16 percent of the people that are arrested for impaired driving are under the influence of marijuana.”

Think of this: Do you really want your little brother or sister, or even your son or daughter, getting on a bus with a driver who has just smoked a joint?

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (www.nida.nih.gov) “Marijuana intoxication can cause distorted perceptions, impaired coordination, difficulty in thinking and problem solving, and problems with learning and memory.”

With that in mind, employees who smoke marijuana prior to starting work may have a more difficult time functioning to their fullest potential.

The “Yes on Prop 19” website (www.yeson19.com) reads “Proposition 19 will put our police priorities where they belong.”

Obviously the law enforcement community thinks their priorities are right on target since the California Police Chief ’s Association, California Sheriff ’s Association and California Association of Highway Patrolmen are all opposed to Prop 19.

This measure has even united candidates in both the Republican and Democratic spectrum; Att. General Jerry Brown, Meg Whitman, U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer and

Rachel Fuller, Citrus College Clarion

U.S. Senator candidate Carly Fiorina all oppose Prop 19.

“Yes on Prop 19” supporters also say that legalizing marijuana will generate much needed funds for the state of California.

When they make this argument, all I hear is someone trying to capitalize on illegal substances, and trying to make a bad idea sound good.

Prop 19 would actually result in California losing more than $9.4 billion in federal funding because state employers would not be able to enforce the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, which requires workplaces to be drug-free. If employers don’t enforce the act, this would also take away money from schools and universities since school employees would be able to smoke marijuana.

Losing federal funding would not help anyone. At this point, our schools and universities need as much revenue as they can get.

I have family members who smoke marijuana, and it saddens me every time they do.

I hate the fact that I can’t have a normal conversation with them until they come down from their high. When we’re at family gatherings, they just sit around and don’t engage.

No, they are not raging or violent, which some people might think is a valid argument for Prop 19, but who wants to have relatives stoned to the point that they just sit there, putting everything on hold until their high is gone? Not me.

I also don’t understand how proponents can think that making marijuana illegal to those under 21 will make a difference. It’s illegal now, but there are thousands of

teenagers doing it.

Another kink in the Prop 19 idea is that marijuana is illegal under federal law. Attorney General Eric Holder has said that the federal government would continue to enforce federal laws on marijuana in California, whether or not it passes.

He stated that the Justice Department is against Prop 19 and “remains firmly committed to enforcing the federal Controlled Substances Act in all states.”

It is surreal that even though so many prominent people, lawmakers and civicminded organizations are opposed to Prop 19, so many other people still think that voting yes is the right decision.

It isn’t. Vote No on Prop 19.

Vote for proposition 19: legalize marijuana Yusuf Ali Clarion Staff Writer

Marijuana should be legalized, not only because it has proved useful as a medicine, but also because it’s an untapped goldmine of possibilities.

Marijuana is illegal for non-medicinal purposes within the state of California and throughout the nation. Now California voters have a chance to change state law that may be the start of a fall of dominos where other states will be debating whether or not to consider this as well. Proposition 19, which is the Regulate, Control and Tax Cannabis act of 2010.

Opponents who say that people who smoke marijuana are lazy and live “low class” lifestyles, this is not the case. Many respectable and successful people have admit-

ted to smoking marijuana Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps, singer performer Justin Timberlake, Hollywood director Oliver Stone and Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has admitted to smoking once.

Following the passing of Proposition 215, which legalized marijuana, has already proved its usefulness treating some medical conditions, such as cancer pain symptoms also to stimulate the appetite of anorexia patients.

If we were to legalize marijuana, it could derive large amounts of income generated from taxes.

If the government were to go with its tax for every ounce of marijuana sold, this would prove significant in helping our state get out its state budget crisis. In these times it is imperative that we take advantage of the money making opportunities that stand

before us.

Lawmakers have no plan to get us out of this economic hole, budgets are being ignored and nothing is being done, this is the first reliable potential moneymaker out there. Budget cuts can only go so far and schools can only lay off employees to a certain extent.

People say that even if this substance legalized it will not stop them from purchasing and using marijuana. Opponents say that legalizing will lead to more police arrests and more gang violence.

If Prop 19 were to pass, it would focus police agencies onto areas of need. Police can focus on more important issues such as cocaine, heroine and methamphetamine use and trafficking in California. There are higher prioritized crimes going on in this state for which we do not have the manpower simply because it’s directed in other

relatively non-important areas.

Gang violence is another reason why Prop 19 needs to be passed. There would be less of an incentive for gangs to sell marijuana since it will become so readily available, ultimately lowering gang presence on the streets.

The federal government is opposed to Prop 19. Attorney General Eric Holder has stated that they will continue to prosecute according to federal marijuana laws. But in the past years the number of federal arrests has been fewer than state arrests.

If Prop 19 becomes law, marijuana will be controlled as is alcohol. It will be illegal to drive under the influence or be intoxicated in public places among other things.

On Nov. 2, vote yes on 19, it will prove to help our state move forward towards the future.

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EDITORIAL

Your vote, your voice matters

Rachel Fuller, Citrus College Clarion

We are the future: the generIn addition to the proposiation that will be affected the tions, we will be electing a new most by the election and if we governor, a new U.S. senator don't act on it, our voice is not and several positions for being heard statewide ofand we will fices including continue to let secretary of THE ISSUE older people state, treasurer Exercising our right to represent us. and attorney vote Election day general. is Nov. 2 and Who are OUR POSITION everyone’s vote those people Many students don’t does count. If and why should realize our generation you choose to we care? will be running the not participate, Those people world someday and you are throwthat we should we need to vote to ing away an opcare about help make a change. portunity to choose to elect make a change. help develop Most of the positions require the state budget, represent us at a certain age limit, so voting for Washington D.C., and propose people in the younger generaand enforce new laws. tion is out of the question, but We complain constantly: the least we can do it vote. taxes are too high, there aren’t For many, this is the first enough jobs, and our governelection young voters will be ment spends too much. participating. The Official This is our opportunity to Voter Information Guide has make a change, to vote for peoalready been mailed out and ple who will give our poor there are several propositions economy some hope and create on the ballot that affect everyprogress. one: you, your parents, your Don't watch the ads on teleneighbors, everyone. vision and don't get sucked in As a young generation, we to believing the propaganda. don't understand that this elecSit down with your voters tion and our voting will conguide, do your research and detinue to affect us in the future. cide for yourself who you conIt doesn't matter whether sider will be the best candidate. you care about a proposition or Regardless of your registered not: vote for yourself as well as political party, vote for those your loved ones. who you think will do a good What affects your parents or job. your grandparents may not Don't think that your vote necessarily affect you but, it doesn't count: as young voters, doesn't mean you still shouldn't we have a say, too. vote.

Yeah, I’m still here, so what?

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Samantha Lopez

EDITORIAL

Clarion Staff Writer

When I thought of my stay here at Citrus a few years back, I expected to be here for a year maybe a year and a half, finish my general and then I’d be off to San Francisco State, getting my Bachelor’s degree in something.

Community college is typically a two-year educational institution, so by having it done in a year and a half I was way ahead of the game. Or so I thought.

I’m going on my third semester here at Citrus and I’m thinking to myself how did my year and a half education plan morph into three?

As I come to terms with why I’ve been here way longer than I’d initially anticipated, I realize that being here for more than two years isn’t the end of my world, nor should it be the end of any other student’s who is also sharing an extended stay here at Citrus.

College is supposed to be a place where you find yourself, figure out what you want in life and

of course help you prepare for life down the road.

During my first year here at Citrus, I had absolutely no clue what I wanted to do as far as a career or any other long-term goals. So, I continued enrolling in courses that fulfilled general course requirements, but also made sure to take classes that seemed interesting to me. I enrolled in everything from history of rock n’ roll, to psychology of human sexuality, I even took a yoga class.

Then I enrolled in a communications course and that’s when things got interesting. As I began learning more about journalism and the field, I became excited as I felt I had finally found something that was interesting and I could see myself pursing. As college students, we know which classes we’re taking simply to fulfill general course requirements, and those were taking because we are passionate about.

This is what college is all about. Finding out what you like, what your passionate about, and also finding out what you’re

not so good at along the way.

We all have a goal set as to how long or how short we would like our stay at community college to be, but as long as you work your way towards graduating with an associates, getting a certificate or transferring to a 4-year, than why should it matter how long you are here at Citrus?

Okay, so don’t spend your entire life here just keep in mind that there is no cap on the number of years that it should take to complete your education. Who says that community college has to be a two year-education institution?

If you’re continuing your education you’re already headed down the right path, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

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EXCLUSIVE

The deadline for the California state budget to be passed is June 15.

Since 1980, the budget has been passed by deadline only five times.

Until the budget passes, no money goes out to fund any program or service that is funded by the state.

Many state funded programs are downsizing because they cannot operate without the adequate funding.

Even Citrus College has been affected by late passing of the budget.

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Please: just let me wear my sweats Courtney Mitchell Clarion Editor in Chief

I love The Huffington Post, a news web site that reports on anything and everything anyone could ever want to know, and then some.

And guess what? The Huff. Po has a section dedicated to college students. How fabulous is that?

Anyways, I was reading through it and came across this headline: “BANNED: 10 items you can’t bring to campus.”

Last time I checked, college campuses were pretty laid back, at least as long as no one was bringing a weapon to class.

Regardless, the headline sparked my interest and I read on, indulging myself in this list of banned items.

Warning: these items are dangerous and harmful.

First up: laptops. Professors argue that laptops are a distraction and some ban them from their classrooms. Well, I guess if those students are browsing Facebook, then, yeah, it’s distracting. But many students use their laptops to take notes. It is easier and faster to type them on a computer than to write them.

Lesson to students: if you bust out your laptop in class, use it appropriately so you don’t ruin it for the rest of us.

Another ridiculous ban is quarters for laundry. Barnard College gives students a list of prohibited items, and although they probably will not write someone up for having the quarters in their pockets, they are still on the banned list along with bulletin boards, candles and microwaves.

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Lessons to students: Even though we are all commuters with no living quarters, be grateful that Citrus does not impose such silly restrictions.

Next on the list: electronic cigarettes. OK, one, electronic cigarettes are unapproved items in the United States. And, two, what the heck is an electronic cigarette?

Here is a fun one: cafeteria trays. In the effort to go green, cafeterias are trying to be more cost effective too. However, I have been to the Stuffed Owl Café once or twice and it is pretty difficult to carry a plate full of a sandwich, chips and a soda in my two hands.

Not that I don’t totally support going green but aren’t cafeteria

trays like recyclable?

My favorite on the list comes from Brigham Young University: shorts. The Utah campus does not allow casual clothing to be worn on campus. This includes shorts, sweats and flip-flops.

Again, I totally appreciate Citrus for not imposing a strict dress code.

Of course, some students don’t wear enough clothes and dress inappropriately but that’s a different topic.

Other items on the banned list include natural trees and evergreens, veils, motorized couches and fire pits.

Thanks, Citrus, for allowing me to bring my laptop, eat off of cafeteria trays and wear sweatpants to school. And thanks, Huff. Po for bringing how very lucky we are to be here, to our attention.

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What you see isn’t always what you get Erica Irigoyen Clarion Managing Editor

First impressions: basically the make it or break factor to whether or not you like a person.

First impressions are important for many reasons. They give a basic insight into what type of person he or she is, and they are the longest lasting impression that somebody will have of you. Hence why they are so important.

But what happens when you get that great first impression of a person and, a couple of months down the line, they aren’t exactly the type of person you thought they were?

Do you say, “see ya later alligator,” or stay with that person in hopes that characteristics from

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dr. l ve their first impression will once again show?

There have been a couple of instances throughout my dating experience where I have found myself torn. When I first met my exboyfriend, I was so excited because he wasn’t like anybody that I had ever dated. I told my parents that

he was everything that I wanted in a boyfriend. And for a while, my parents thought so too.

But after months of dating him, I started noticing that we were different in so many ways. I am an outgoing and fun person and he was a shy, keep to himself kind of guy. I loved going out and doing

things with friends and he liked to hang around at home all of the time.

It wasn’t until my mom asked me about the conversations that he and I had that I realized that we really had nothing to talk about because he was quite as a mouse.

But even though I came to this realization, I kept thinking to myself about the first time we went out and how great it was then.

I kept telling myself that he really could be a talkative and fun guy to be around. But, it never happened and I was finally ready to move on.

Now, I am not saying that opposites don't attract by any means.

But I felt like it was time for me to try something different. And so I did.

Although it took me longer than

it should have to end the relationship, I am glad that I did and I am glad that I was finally able to let go of that first impression of him.

So here's the thing: we can’t hold on to that first impression forever. Although some may completely live up to that impression that they first give, others wont. It is then when we have to realize that the awesome person that we think we have may not really be that awesome.

Don’t let those first impressions fool you. And when somebody close to you brings it to your attention that something isn’t right about the guy or girl that you are dating, take it in and consider it— you may be missing something that is crystal clear to everyone else.

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Although the risk of breast canAdditionally, women can lessen cer in men is 100 times less likely

than in women, men still need to check for irregularities in their breasts by performing the breast exam.

Stereotypically breast cancer is a women’s disease. Men cannot disregard the importance of self checks, because if it goes undetected it will continue to develop and become more terminal.

Often times young adults think that serious illnesses will not affect them, and therefore don't do anything to help lower their risk. However this is the perfect time to get in the habit of being proactive.

Do yourself a favor and take the necessary steps to keep cancer at bay. Being diagnosed with cancer is no longer an automatic death sentence; early detection, in most cases, greatly increases survival.

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HALLOWEEN

OCTOBER 27, 2010

It’s my Halloween, so back off Daniel Hernandez Clarion Staff Writer

The modern holiday of Halloween, has never been innocent, so do-gooders who complain about indecent costumes shouldn’t even try to restore what was never there in the first place.

In the 19th century, Halloween began to lose its religious connotations, giving each individual the opportunity to ascribe new interpretations to it.

For me, Halloween is the day when everyone gets to freely express themselves without worries. It is the oneday that helps to eliminate some low selfesteem. It makes it okay for anyone to dress any way they want, regardless of how extreme their costumes may seem.

For 364 days of the year, many people feel insecure and tend to not perform at the same high level as those who can perform with great confidence and high self-esteem.

But when Halloween comes around, so

does the excitement. The thought that “I can be anyone I want to be” lifts their troubled hearts: that’s how powerful the magic of Halloween can be.

Even if you have a little hunchback, not to worry, just toss a little glitter over your shoulder, put on some high heels and get out there. You are as fabulous as that other girl dressed in the kinky maid costume.

Costumes have become controversal in the past years as to what is considered appropriate.

First of all, don’t lump all revelers into the same category. There are adults, teenagers and children.

Some argue that costumes nowaday have become very sexual smd less creative. They say that these costumes send the wrong message to children.

Costume businesses want to make money, and sex sells. It is parents who should let their kids know what they approve of and what they don’t.

If you feel your kid is old enough for a Bratty Nurse costume, then I fully support that decision. It all comes down on what parents’ morals and values are.

Teenagers and adults shouldn’t have to limit themselves on what costume they can or cannot wear just because parents don’t want to take the initiative to explain to their children the different perspectives of Halloween.

Categorizing a costume as inappropriate is only based on each individual’s morals and values, but my standards as an adult can be at a whole different level.

I may not like someone else dressing up in a meat costume because I am vegan, but I still respect that choice as freedom of expression.

I wouldn’t want someone trying to take that right away from me and prohibit me from dressing up as a sexy Peter Pan just because they want to cultivate their so-called, “social decency.”

Every individual thinks differently, and we all have many different tastes because we are not all the same in culture, lifestyle, and in thought.

Some people use Halloween as a day to make a point based on a social issue, some to express comfort in their sexuality, and some don’t even want to make a point; they just want to have fun.

I use Halloween as a day to let out the freak in me, get out there and forget about my issues, my struggles with life, to freely express myself and to have fun.

So, if someone comes up to you and says that your costume is thought-provoking because it’s too revealing, nasty, vulgar, and shocking, then give yourself a big high five.

You got your point across.

Just simply say it with pride: “It is my Halloween, and if you don’t like it, back off!” You can even throw in the bend and snap. Happy Halloween!

Forgetting to be cute, innocent Israel Mejia

Clarion Staff Writer

Halloween has lost its innocence: it’s not cute or scary anymore, but sassy.

In pagan times, the emphasis was on ritual sacrifice. It then involved honoring the dead, then a night about fear and fun, but now Halloween has gone to the extreme.

All-hallows Eve is now Halloween but how did the change of names change the holiday itself ?

I’ll refer to the movie “Mean Girls”: “In girl world, Halloween is the one night a year when a girl can dress like a total slut and no other girls can say anything about it.”

When we were in high school, we competed to see whose costume was better by making our own. Over the years we dressed up as clowns, ghosts, witches, vampires, werewolves, mummies and Frankenstein’s monster.

Such monster characters are rarely seen these days, unless a movie like “Twilight” comes out, and then vampires and werewolves are in.

Every year a new celebrity costume causes a major trend; this year’s example is Lady Gaga.

Her weird and shocking outfits invite us to be creative.

Creativity invites people to think outside the box, thinking about who they are and what we want to project, but it seems that we are ignoring this aspect. Just because we can become whomever we want on Halloween, that doesn’t mean we have to show what our bodies have to offer or to see how inappropriate we can possibly get.

I believe that people are losing the ability to become creative and give into the status quo, that our costumes need to impress other people.

If your costume just involves less clothes and higher heels, it isn’t a costume. It’s just the day you think its appropriate. It is also a sign of how much society is choosing to be lazy, we are not experimenting with our creativity but with how much skin we can show off.

Another thing that horrifies me more than Halloween itself is the fact that all the characters are letting loose.

The first costumes that caught my attention were “Naughty Nem-Oh,” then it was “Sassy Wednesday Adams,” then “Sexy Dorothy.”

These characters have lost their innocence. They were never supposed to be used to flaunt one’s sexuality.

The words “sexy,” “sassy,” “naughty,” are not just indicators of the inappropriateness of a costume but also how revealing it is.

Men’s wear can also be inappropriate. Costumes range from a transvestite to a “Chippendales Dancer.”

What kind of example are we adults setting for the little ones?

We are practically telling them, “As soon as they make that costume in your size, you may wear it.”

We might be imprinting on their young brains that Snow White better show some cleavage and that Aladdin better have an awesome six-pack. Teen girls don’t want any costume; they want to look “hot” or “sexy.”

If we take a look at the costumes that we wore when we were 5, 10 or 15 years old we would see a big change. It seems that the costumes are no longer age appropriate.

It shouldn’t have to be about what others think but about what we think about ourselves. We should be able to put a lightning bolt on our face, wear a sloppy piece of fabric, walk around with a staff and be proud we are projecting what we like, not making our costume fit into what society wants.

Rachel Fuller, Citrus College Clarion

I have heard people say that Halloween is the day when the freaks come out and we can let our inner fun self out, but this changes everything. I believe that is just an excuse to cover up our low selfesteem if we can’t express ourselves everyday of the year. Lady Gaga does it why not us?

If Halloween was really about expressing ourselves and being free, so for once lets do it, not slap on something that will just make us look hot.

For once lets keep it appropriate for us and for others around and embrace the good old spirit of Halloween.

OCTOBER 27, 2010 Matt Deason

TRAVEL

Clarion Correspondent

Hello again from London. I have been here in this busy city for six weeks now, and I must say that I am learning a great deal.

As promised in my first article here is one of the highlights of my experiences in this dynamic city.

My classmates and I went to the Globe Theater to see where Shakespeare’s plays were first preformed.

When we study abroad students arrived at the Globe, we immediately began taking pictures of this most famous playhouse.

To my surprise, this reproduction is only 12 years old and is actually the third Globe Theater.

The first Globe Theater, constructed in 1599, burned down on June 29, 1613, as the result of a cannon shot during a live performance.

The original Globe Theater was made of wood with a thatched roof, so it took less than two hours to burn down. No one in the audience of 1,500 people was hurt.

The Second Globe was built a year later in 1614, but it was torn down by the Puritans in 1644.

Finally after 350 years the third Globe Theater was built. Like the original, today’s theater is wood and keeping the tradition, the stage is uncovered.

There is no electricity as was the case of the first Globe Theater.

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The three-story theater has beautiful paintings on the walls and can seat up to 2,000 people.

We were given a full tour of the Globe and took many pictures once inside. It is truly an unbelievable sight, and I had a great time.

Although visiting all these historical places is amazing, I am most enjoying the simple everyday scene here in London.

I love to see people from all cultures mingling. I was invited to join a study group and of the 10 stu-

dents there were people from Africa, Saudi Arabia, London, Spain and France. I realized that this was the first time I was ever in a group with that much diversity and everyone got along. Whereas back home it seems that people who share the same beliefs tend to stick together.

A further example of London diversity is the people who ride the Tube, or on the underground train. All classes of people ride the train, from the wealthy business

people to the poor working class.

In the states, wealthy people drive in fancy cars. Working people take public transportation.

Another thing I have grown to appreciate here in London are the musicians in the Tube stations.

Live musicians sing and play various instruments in underground stations for tips throughout London.

These musicians actually audition to play at these stations, which explains why they are all very

good. One night about 25 of us study abroad students were going to a pub in Leicester Square.

As we got off the Tube, we heard a musician playing the song “Stand by Me” on guitar. As we got on the escalator going up to street level, a couple of people started humming to the tune, and before we knew it we and about 100 other people just started singing “so darling, darling stand by me oh, stand by me…” It was amazing, like we were in a movie.

For that moment we Americans and Londoners became one. It was beautiful.

My advice to anyone who wants to know more is to come see London for yourself. The Citrus College Study Abroad program is great in assisting students in getting a cheap package deal.

Financial resources such as the Gilman Scholarship and AIFS Scholarships are also available.

If by chance anyone is worried about the British weather, don’t be.

So far the temperature has been a bit chilly but not too cold. Contrary to many American beliefs, London so far has not been freezing rain all of the time.

I encourage all Citrus College students to at least apply. It is possible to study abroad even if you have no money. I am an example of that. Studying abroad will change your life. To everyone back at home, I miss you and I hope you all are doing well. Cheers!

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ENTERTAINMENT Natalie Miranda

OCTOBER 27, 2010

Entertainment Editor - mirandanatalie@ymail.com

Fashion hair exhibit in the Citrus library Samantha Lopez Clarion Staff Writer

Beyond Halloween is the theme for the fall hair exhibit, now on display in the Citrus library.

The collection of mannequin’s showcases eclectic hair and makeup as created by cosmetology students.

Albert Graciano, professor of the Hair Design I and II classes in the cosmetology program, challenged students to envision a style “outside of typical Halloween by creating something that you could see in a fashion show.”

Graciano urged students to come up with a “halloweenish” concept while balancing a look that remains attractive to the viewer.

Ervalyn Brooks, director of cosmetology said that the hair ex-

hibit “allows students the opportunity to showcase their work and talents.”

Graciano urged students to take an avant-garde approach in achieving a particular look and overall theme carried through their mannequin’s hair and makeup.

The mannequin models on display range from one inspired by Disney villain Cruella De Vil, created by Marissa Estrada, with teased black and platinum blonde hair, to another created by Alysia Medina, which celebrates the Mexican holiday Dia De Los Muertos with a retro-teased pompadour up-do and full face makeup.

Marissa Estrada creator of the Disney inspired villain says she never expected her hair model mannequin to turn out as good as it did.

Cosmetology teachers and soon-to-be graduating students in the cosmetology program voted on the originality, creativity, attractiveness and graphic relevance of the submissions.

In the end, twenty student creations were selected to be put on display in the library exhibit.

Beyond creative hair looks, students were also encouraged to complete face makeup and add any other elements such as feathers, candy and flowers to achieve their desired look.

Graciano allowed students 12 hours of class time to complete their projects, including three hours for planning and outlining their concept. He and Brooks agreed that many cosmetology students begin thinking about their themes long in advance.

“The freshman class walks through to look at the students’ displays, and they start thinking about their own ideas. Each class is an inspiration for the next,” Graciano said.

Samantha Lopez, Citrus College Clarion

Cosmetology student Marissa Estrada was inspired by Disney villain Cruella Deville in creating her hair model mannequin.

Last spring’s fashion show, a sold out event, received a lot of attention as students worked on live models, opposed to the plastic mannequins used for this semesters library exhibit.

The cosmetology department is anticipating another successful turnout for the spring fashion and hair show as they bring “Hair of Hollywood to Citrus.

Wrap it, tie it, knot it, rock it Samantha Lopez Clarion Staff Writer

Temperatures in Southern California are increasingly unpredictable. With the thermometer reading 80 degrees one day, and then dropping to 65 the next, many students are still having trouble transitioning into fall fashion.

What are we to wear when the weather is being far from cooperative?

After scouring through several fashion magazines and blogs, we think we have found the perfect solution.The answer to coordinating weather and fashion lies in one versatile accessory: the scarf.

Scarves are hot fashion accessories during fall because of their versatility. This simple piece of fabric can make any outfit look effortlessly chic.

Here are a couple more reasons why we’re loving scarves this fall.

Although thick jackets are great for chilly morning temperatures, they don’t slip easily into a backpack once the morning gloom lifts, and the temperature jumps 20 degrees after lunch.

Around noon, when it gets hot, you can easily remove your scarf, and tuck it in your backpack.

Throw a patterned scarf over a long sleeve tee, or a cardigan with jeans, and voila you’re warm enough to withstand the breezy weather and hey, you look fashionable doing it. Finally there are over a million ways to wrap, tie, or bundle a scarf. The possibilities are endless.

The fashion world is saying

hello to knots and bundling techniques, as more and more ideas on how to wear the basic piece of fabric are hitting the runways.

The art of scarf tying is similar to American Apparel ads, in which one outfit – say a cotton dress- is modeled a variety of different ways. Scarves can just as easily be worn in a countless number of ways depending on how you tie, bundle or wrap them.

For large scarves, try folding it in half to form a triangle, bundling it around your neck and tucking it under your jacket. This look is simple and adds a little pizzazz to a basic tee and jeans outfit.

Another great way to wear a large scarf, is to simply throw it over your shoulders, on top of a long sleeve or coat even, tying it in a small knot to the side or in the front, and wear it as a shawl.

If your scarf is a long, you can wrap it around your neck, pulling both ends all the way around and knotting it, leaving both ends to hang loose. Or you can fold the scarf in half, wrap it around your neck and pull the ends through the loop to create a loosely bunched knot.

Here a few more tips to try out with scarves.

Don’t be afraid of wearing a scarf in a fun print or pattern.

Ladies, try animal print –a hot trend this fall – like leopard and zebra. Guys try a scarf with stripes.

If the weather temperature goes up, and there’s no room for your scarf in your book bag, ladies wrap your scarf around a purse handle for an eclectic look and

Samantha Lopez, Citrus College Clarion

Hannah Zachary, 20, wraps a blue scarf to complete her laidback ensemble and combat the breezy weather between classes.

guys tuck your scarf in your back jean pocket for a laidback vibe.

If you’re on a budget, buy one scarf in a solid color, like black, or grey which can coordinate with any outfit. Cotton-On in the Westfield mall in West Covina has basic scarves for as low as $10.

If you’re walking between classes and a surprise thunderstorm hits, avoid a bad hair day by wrapping the scarf around your head and neck to keep hair from getting wet.

And finally my last tip, have fun! There is no wrong way to wear a scarf, so try out any of these ideas, or create your own.

And for even more tips and tricks on knotting, bundling and tying: Ladies check out: http://www.jaimemoncarre.com/ Guys check out: http://www.gq.com/style/wearit-now/200912/best-knit-ribbedscarves-winter-essentials#intro If you have other ideas or tips on how to wear scarves, contact us at ccclarion@hotmail.com.

OCTOBER 27, 2010

ENTERTAINMENT

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International student to perform with classmates Daniel Hernandez Clarion Staff Writer

Some people use music as an escape. A passionate few eat, breathe and live for music.

Harumi Sato, 26, an international student from Japan, does all three.

Sato said she knew that she was going to pursue a career in the music field from the time she was four years old.

Her dedication for music exceeds most expectations, as she is her own motivator and has always pushed herself to learn more than what is expected.

“When I listen to good music that inspires me, or when I go see someone perform, it makes me want to be like them,” Sato said.

Her passion comes from listening to other people’s performances. She aspires to be like other musical artists who communicate profound emotions to the audience.

Sato's love for music doesn't necessarily mean that she has to always be a performer.

“It's enough to just see other performers play. I don't have to play, but I just

want to be around music,” she said.

Her passion for music has allowed her to learn nearly every instrument.

She plays the drums, piano, guitar, bass, trombone, saxophone, and bass clarinet.

Sato says she didn't care what instrument she learned as long as she was learning music, because she truly loves music.

“I knew I was going to be a music person, but not necessarily a professional, it's not about making money. I just love it. It's just so natural. It’s in my everyday routine,” Sato said.

Sato can recall very little musical influences at home. However, her mother likes karaoke, and Sato remembers going with her to sing.

Sato said she would want to become a singer, but first master all there is to know about music.

“Anyone can sing, but there are not a lot of people who can play instruments and sing well, and do a full musical performance,” Sato said.

Her goal is to learn all types of music and expand her mind, carefully taking the time to understand every little detail.

Sato said that she owns so many instruments she could start her own band if she wanted.

Sato studied abroad 10 years ago, in Canada to learn English. She then studied at the L.A Music Academy five years ago in Pasadena to learn how to play the drums.

In January of 2009 she enrolled at Citrus College with the hopes of finally getting her career going.

She says that she has been learning a lot at Citrus, as she is taking in everything the professors have to offer.

Sato is currently enrolled in the pop, rock, big band, salsa band, and jazz combo class.

She is now trying to master the saxophone. Sato is the type of person that has to be constantly learning because that is what will get her places, because if she masters everything, then there will always be a place for her in music.

“I have to be doing something, otherwise I feel like I'm wasting time. I know I think too much, and do too much, but I like myself that way,” Sato said.

Being “Made in Japan,” as Sato de-

Scary games that will keep you up Austin Paul Adamson Clarion Staff Writer

The experience of scary video games under the wrong conditions is no scarier than watching the glittering vampires from the “Twilight” movies. Games like “Dead Space,” “Condemned” and “Resident Evil” are designed to be played under certain circumstances achieve the biggest scares.

These games should be played the way the developers intended to with the proper audible, visible and physical setup.

Horror games should be played in low light. After the sun has set, complete darkness is ideal.

Close window shutters and blinds. Darkness focuses the player on growing fear and lessens with visual distractions.

Playing scary games on a large high definition resolution display allows for the player to fully absorb the game’s environmental details and results in a deeper visual immersion.

While prices do vary, budget options do exist in the under $200 range.

One horror game that takes advantage of visual details to scare the player is “Condemned: Criminal Origins” Investigating a supposedly abandoned department store for leads on a serial killer, Ethan Thomas finds himself walking through rooms filled with mannequins.

He slowly steps past a group of them when his flashlight flickers off than quickly back on.

He turns around and discovers the pale lifeless dolls have grouped behind him.

Ethan, now paranoid begins to progress through the store at a much quicker pace.

He turns the corner and enters a dark musty room with a gaping hole in the floor exposing the level below. Before he can take in his surroundings, his flashlight cuts out again.

Ethan is left in the darkness for longer this time.

When the light is restored he is surrounded. The group of mannequins blocked the path he came from. The only way out is to jump down the hole in the floor.

As soon as he lands on the lower level he is placed face to face with a lone mannequin.

This one looks different.

The details in the face are different, lay-

scribed herself, she says she is very detailed, and treats music in a sensitive way.

She practices three to four hours a day.

The Sierra Wind Symphony, in which Sato is in, will be giving a performance called “A Night of Music for Film” on Nov. 4 and Nov. 5.

The class began to learn the music, a medley of songs from a wide variety of movies.

They learned the themes from “Avatar,” the “Indiana Jones” and “James Bond”films and many more in September and rehearse every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

For “A Night of Music,” Sato will be performing with the bass clarinet.

Bill Hoehne, conducter of The Sierra Wind Symphony, said Sato learned to play bass clarinet in a month, that's how extraordinary she is.

“She's one of the students that, when opportunities come to her, she takes them, and that's what is going to make her successful,” Hoehne said.

“Just enjoy the movie, as we play along with the clips of movies you will be seeing on a big screen,” Sato said.

What to do this year on Halloween Halloween is the one time of the year when you can be anyone or anything you want to be. But since it comes around every year, young adults get tired of doing the same thing over. Going to the same club, going to the same house for a party.

So this year, shake up the action and do something different. Go to Nightmare, a haunted attraction at the Pomona Fairplex.

Getting into this massive horror maze, full of mystery and suspense will leave you breathless and it costs a mere $15.

The theme parks do Halloween up right.

Sonny Giordono, Citrus College Clarion

ered like a mask. When Ethan walks past the mannequin it turns and begins attacking.

Audio plays an equally important role in the scaring process. Horror game developers use dynamic audio immersion techniques that set the mood. Players use their ears as much as their eyes.

A pair of stereo speakers meets only the bare minimum. They allow a player to hear what is going on, but they don’t give the full immersion other options offer.

A surround sound setup with five speakers and a subwoofer allows players to hear what is coming at them from the sides and from behind, putting them in the center of the action.

These systems range in prices and quality but can be purchased for around $150 for the basic setup.

The sound should be maintained at a detailed level loud enough to drown out other distracting noises.

A good pair of noise-canceling headphones is an acceptable replacement and even cheaper than a stereo setup. These will run a lot cheaper and can be low as $20.

A frightening game that uses dynamic

audio to scare the player is “Dead Space.”

“Dead Space” brought horror games into space. After dismembering several grotesque alien creatures aboard a derelict spacecraft Isaac Clarke begins walking to his next objective.

Calming music plays as he enters a seemingly endless hallway filled with emptiness of recalculating air. The hallway echoes with the metal clank of his suit’s heavy boots, amplifying his solitude.

After walking for a few steps the music abruptly becomes quick and frantic. An enormous worm monster wraps around Isaac’s torso and slams him to the ground.

The creature starts pulling him down the hallway, Isaac’s metal suit screeching as he attempts to slice out of the grip of the monster.

His heart beat pounding with fear. He blasts out of his foe’s grasp splattering remains all around like a chunky red rain.

Having the right setup for playing games makes all the difference in being startled, and not being able to sleep at night. This fall season make sure everything in order to ensure a lack of sleep.

Universal Studios Hollywood-Halloween Horror Nights, for $74 you get a season pass which will carry over all the way through the end for 2011. Six Flags Magic Mountain presents Fright Fest, $39.99 get you a one-day admission and Knott’s Scary Farm Halloween Haunt, which is only $54.99. All these theme parks offer plenty of fun for young adults.

Hollywood Forever Cemetery presents the 11th annual Dia de Los Muertos, which is a huge celebration in memory of the departed. Hollywood Forever Cemetery is located at 6000 Santa Monica Blvd and cost of admission is only $10.

Those folks 21 and older who love to dance and party all night should check out. The Asylum on Halloween weekend at Boulevard 3 in Los Angeles, it’s a $30 for general admission or $50 for VIP admission or King Tutt’s Tomb at the Egyptian Theatre Courtyard in Los Angeles. admission for this event is also $30 for general admission.

The Vampires Ball which is hosted by Snoop Dogg takes place at Kress Hollywood is going to be a very exciting event, and with the cost of admission $25 it’s a bargain.

If you end up going trick-or-treating with the family, watching horror movies at home or going out to a party, the main thing to keep in mind this Halloween is to have fun.

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SPOTLIGHT

OCTOBER 27, 2010

TOP LEFT: Sylvia (Jessica Mason) discusses with the new rebel in town, Jim Haller (Jamie Snyder) in the annual fall production, “All Shook Up,” which ran from Oct. 22-24 in the Haugh Performing Arts Center.

TOP CENTER: Miss Sandra (Lauren Smolka) tells Chad (Cesar Quitero) he’s nothing but a “Hound Dog” during a musical number in “All Shook Up.” TOP RIGHT: Against his mother’s wishes, Dennis (James McGrath), shows off his new dance moves to his mother, mayor Matilda Hyde (Barbara Hinnichsen) and Sheriff Earl (Douglas Austin) during “All Shook Up.” LEFT: Natalie Haller (Natalie Haro) dressed as her manly alter ego “Ed,” front right, performs “Blue Suede Shoes” with part of the Citrus male and female ensemble during “All Shook Up.”

Natalie Miranda, Citrus College Clarion

Audiences get ‘All Shook Up’ in the Haugh Kristin Lacuesta Natalie Miranda Clarion Associate Editors

The three-century gap was closed the weekend of Oct. 22 when the unlikely works of legendary musician Elvis Presley and literary great William Shakespeare were combined to produce a musical of epic proportions, that had audiences “All Shook Up.” Directed and choreographed

by John Vaughn of the Citrus College department of dance, fine and performing arts, the annual fall musical “All Shook Up” showcased the talents of the Citrus Singers.

Loosely based on Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” the show follows the story of rebel and rocker Chad (Cesar Quintero), a character who encompasses all the wit, charm and racy pelvic thrusting that made young Elvis so attractive, and his journey to a small Midwest town that views the “rock ‘n’ roll” lifestyle as a sin.

The clashing of different lifestyles sets the stage for the actors and the issues of interracial dating, sexual orientation, and love are worked out to bring about a humorous musical feast that had audiences craving more.

Quintero’s vocal talents were amazing in his first number “Jail-

house Rock” and continued to astound the crowd with “Love Me Tender” and the hilarious rendition of “I Don’t Want To”—songs he sang so well, even Elvis would have shown appreciation.

Natalie Haro, who played lovestruck Natalie Haller and “Ed,” Haller’s manly alter ego, was equally talented. Their duet in “Follow That Dream” was an outstanding mix of Quintero’s baritone singing style with that of Haro’s mezzo-soprano style, and along with their excellent acting skills, created one of the more memorable scenes in the play.

Supporting characters Sylvia (Jessica Mason) and Dennis (James McGrath) did a superb job with not only their portrayals of a classy and old-fashioned mother and a brainy love-sick teen, but also with singing.

Mason’s vocals in “Can’t Help Falling In Love” sent shivers down the spine as her voice was one of near perfection. McGrath’s “It Hurts Me” was beautifully sung, the audience felt the hurt going on inside of his character, Dennis.

But, the vocal talent couldn’t take credit for the whole musical being amazing. The acting and dancing added that extra element that made this show one to remember.

Blonde bombshell Miss Sandra

was played convincingly by Lauren Smolka, who through her character brought the right amount of drama to the plot, but also had many hilarious one-liners the audience wouldn’t forget.

The most memorable of those lines being, “Recite Shakespeare to me and peel me like a banana!”

Other supporting characters were Jim Haller (Cameron Lainer), Lorraine (Andreece Williams), Mayor Matilda Hyde (Barbara Hinrichsen), Dean Hyde (Jarred Barnard) and Sheriff Earl (Douglas Austin). Their acting skills only added to the already spectacular show.

Back-up vocals and dance are credited to the Citrus College Female and Male Ensembles and the live orchestra helped tremendously in allowing the songs to shine.

In the end, all issues were resolved and the audience learns that change is not always such a bad thing. The message coming across in the last number where the cast encouraged the audience to sing and dance along, to really get shook up.

So whoever thought rock ‘n’ roll and Shakespeare don’t mix, you obviously missed the great shakeout that happened in the Haugh Performing Arts Center.