EL CHICANo Weekly
Vol 61, NO. 03
December 28, 2023
San Ber nardino, Colton, and Rialto Share in the Spirit of G i v i n g a t A n n u a l C h r i s t m a s A r o u n d t h e Wo r l d
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Sista’s Making a Difference CEO Ronnie Miller and volunteers posing for a photo before getting back to work halfway through the event.
By Manny Sandoval
wave of festive cheer swept through the cities of San Bernardino, Rialto, and Colton as they came together on December 16 at San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) for the annual 'Christmas Around the World' event. Hosted by Sista's Making a Difference, the celebration drew thousands of fami-
lies from these neighboring communities, fostering a sense of unity and joy.
The event was a cornucopia of festive activities, providing more than just entertainment to the families. Over 5,000 toys were given away, ensuring that no child left empty-handed. In addition to the free toys, the event featured an eclectic mix of Toys cont. on next pg.
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A child making its way through Christmas Around the World at SBVC - with a snack in hand and receiving a new toy.
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FTVM Students Aiden Estrada (left) and Isaiah Serano (right) commentating during a live competition of Mortal Kombat l.
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n December 15th, San Bernardino Valley College's Film, TV, and Media Department (FTVM) made waves in esports with its second Wolverine Fight Fest. This event, held in the state-ofthe-art Institute of Media Arts Podcasting Studio, showcased nearly 20 student gamers vying for glory in the fierce battles of Mortal Kombat I. With a registration fee of $12, the compe-
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Isaiah Serano winning in the fourth round of the esports competition.
tition was a display of skill and a testament to the community spirit of SBVC. The proceeds were funneled back to the students, with the first-place victor, Jerome Bragg, pocketing nearly $150. In a display of fairness and encouragement, the second-place gamer received their entry fee back, ensuring that every participant felt valued.
Professor Kevin Lyons, a key figure in the FTVM department, highlighted the technological prowess behind the event. "Today, we're also utilizing our control room. This
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A student operating the switcher - providing Twitch viewers a live glimpse between the podcasting studio and the commentators.
is where they switch between our sources. We've got four camera angles, and we have six live mics - 2 for the commentators, 2 for the gamers, and it's really cool," he said. Professor Lyons emphasized the department's diverse offerings, urging current and prospective students to explore beyond gaming and podcasting with film, television, and screenwriting courses. The event was live-streamed on Twitch, attracting dozens of remote viewers who Esports cont. on next pg.