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Steve Siegel and Steve Handy, alumni of Citrus College, grill hot dogs and hamburgers on April 4 for the CSEA’s Barbeque Fundraiser.
CSEA raises funds for scholarship BY SAMMY FERNANDES STAFF REPORTER
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Staff from all departments of Citrus College were present at the barbecue fundraiser sponsored by the California School Employees Association. The union sponsored the barbecue on April 4 in the Educational Development patio area to fund scholarships for students. Jorge Cortez, president of the union, hopes to raise $1,000 with the barbecue. Although the ticket cost $6, Cortez said most of the managers on campus paid for their employees to be there. “The district helped us a lot and we worked all together,” Cortez said. “This event has actually brought everybody at Citrus College together. That was a really big thing that we wanted to do, and that’s pretty much what’s happening today.” Citrus Superintendent/President Geraldine M. Perri came to support the union. “We (Citrus College and CSEA) have a collaborative working relationship,” Perri said. “We work to provide an upbeat support working environment.” Hamburgers, hot dogs, nachos, chilli beans, tacos, chips, cookies, sodas and water were provided as well as game activities and music playing in the background. Cortez said the participants could also buy a raffle ticket to win gifts, which were donated by Marie Callender’s, the neighborhood and specific people that went to the fundraiser. Cynthia Sarosy, representative of the SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union for school employees and colleges and universities, attended the event. . “We’re here to educate people on what they are eligible for and to help them live a financial future that’s convenient and easy for them,” Sarosy said. “We’re an outside source, but we partner with CSEA.” Rosa Moncada, veteran services technician, came to the fundraiser. “It’s my first time ever,” Moncada said. “So trying to eat, you know, have some good food, socialize and network a little bit.”
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A group of ASCC election candidates, joined by the forum moderator, answer questions in the forum from noon to 1:30 p.m. on April 23, in the Campus Center Mall.
ASCC ELECTION brings New perspective on governing
Forum for candidates stresses the importance of involvement within study body BY CHARITY WANG EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
CWANG@CCCLARION.COM
ASCC hosted their annual election forum to bring awareness about student candidates from noon to 1:30 p.m. on April 23 in the Campus Center Mall. While the election forum took place, the sounds of chalk can be can be heard as the Spring Fest had started on the same time and day.
The candidates that arrived to take their place on the stage were Lilia Alvarez, Robert Fraijo, Matthew Contreras, Dustin Glover, Victor Ureno, Nancy Gonzales, Uriah Lopez and Naty Soto. Before anyone presented their platform on the stage, Alvarez, Gonzales and Ureno quickly passed out flyers depicting the campaign efforts of each candidate. Alvarez, Glover and Fraijo were
campaigning with each other for President, Vice President and Student Trustee respectively. Ureno and Gonzales also campaigned as a team for President and Student Trustee, respectively. In the forum, candidates had to answer to seven different questions prepared by forum moderator Amaryrani Ochoa, the Inter-Club Council adviser. However due to time constraints, not all of the
planned questions were asked and instead two questions were asked by the audience. A small crowd gathered to listen to each candidate speak, including student veterans and members from cheer club. Around the 1 p.m. mark, more people stopped and listened to the candidates that spoke on the stage. S E E AS CC • PAGE 5
Instructional and Administrative Systems Development Lead is awarded for his service at Citrus College BY RUBY MUNOZ STAFF REPORTER
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The Above and Beyond - Classified Development Award was presented in recognition of a Citrus College Classified employee, Sean Osborn, Instructional and Administrative Systems Development Lead in Technology and Computer Services Department. This award is granted to employees who give above and beyond service to the college. On April 2, Osborn received the award and was recognized for his demonstration of vision, collabora-
tion, service and dedication to Citrus College’s mission. The Award Guidelines said, “Citrus College’s mission for students is to provide innovative educational opportunities and student support services that lead to a successful completion of degrees, transfer, career/technical education and basic skills proficiency. The college fosters personal and professional success through the development of critical thinking, effective communication, creativity, and cultural awareness in a safe, accessible, and affordable learning community. SE E AB OV E AND B EYOND • PAGE 5
Photo courtesy of Doug Schultz
Sean Osborn was awarded the Above and Beyond- Classified Development Award. He was recognized for his vision, collaboration, service, and dedication to Citrus College.
Moroccan art: review
JAZZ group performs for eye-Das
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Crossroad and Meeting Ground creates a visual walk through of Mediterranean cities.
Citrus jazz combo perform for visually-impaired