Volume 64 | Issue 2 | September 23, 2016
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Team USA returns for world hockey – Students weigh in on the excitement of their home team returning to the 2016 World Cup of H o c k e y . page 13
Annual event revitalizes art community – Every year, PARK(ing) Day urges local artists to transform the ordinary into parks. page 5
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Popular burger joint closes doors for renovation In-N-Out aims to improve drive-thru experience with remodel BY KATHRYN GOLDSMITH ASST. BUS & TECH EDITOR
California Baptist University students are facing disappointment over the fact their late-night burger runs are farther than a two-minute car ride away since the beginning of the four-month long closure of the Indiana Avenue In-N-Out location. Although closing the branch elicits disappointment from customers and staff members alike, they say renovations to the location should be worth the wait. The improvements will include additional grills, boards, wider drive-thru lanes and extra room for the walk-up window. Although it will improve the store and create more efficiency for the drive-thru loca-
tion, many will miss the convenience of the short drive to the popular California burger chain in the meantime. Christian Brady, senior health science major and resident adviser, is a regular customer of the Indiana Avenue In-N-Out who visited the location a few times a month, often bringing his residents along to satisfy their latenight cravings. “I like its originality and how simple it is,” Brady said. “The quality of the food and how it has stayed original, true to its form and hasn’t changed, is refreshing. I am disappointed (about the closure) but there’s other In-N-Outs — like the one on Van Buren — so it’s not the end of the world, but it’s a bummer. They’re redoing it for the best.” Kendall Morris, junior communication studies major, and Noah McCarthy, junior psychology major, are employees of the In-N-Out location. After the closure, Morris was transferred to another location to work until the remodel is complete, and McCarthy has chosen to take this time off.
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In-N-Out, located on Indiana Avenue in Riverside, just a couple exits away from California Baptist University, is temporarily closed for construction, which will make the dining experience more efficient. Students working at the location have been moved to different stores in the meantime.
New year, new Kugel BY NICOLE KLOPFER ASST. NEWS EDITOR
California Baptist University has replaced the Kugel, the giant orbiting globe sculpture at the Ronald L. and Jane Dowden Ellis Great Commission Plaza. The Kugel was damaged after the light fixture directly above fell on it because of high Santa Ana winds, scratching the globe and cracking the base approximately four years ago. Over time, the base and globe deteriorated in several additional places because of water pressure-related issues, which continued to develop in the globe as it rotated. Many students touch the floating globe as a tradition when they enroll, and once more for commencement. They also touch it before going on International Service Projects. These traditions come from the idea the globe symbolizes the commitment to live a life of purpose in accordance with the Great
Commission. Steve Smith, director of Facilities and Planning Services, said the initial damages to the Kugel were too severe so they had to do a complete replacement. “In the beginning we tried to have the grooving and
scratches repaired, but that was unsuccessful and the fountain finally had to be shut down for continual usage, and the decision was made to replace it,” Smith said. “It was our objective to replace the Kugel, base and entire pump system prior to the start of the new school year, and the or-
dering, shipping and reconstruction was managed with this in mind.” As expected, the project was complete and the Kugel ready to float by the beginning of the school year. Libby Otten, freshman communication disorders major, said she found out about the new Kugel when she toured the campus. “I knew over summer it was under construction because I came for the Step Ahead orientation in the summer and there was construction tape over it,” Otten said. “It is cool to know I was one of the many new freshmen to touch the new Kugel.” Alyssa Wilson, junior kinesiology major, said she is excited about the new Kugel for the upcoming year. “It’s nice to have a new Kugel because the old one stopped spinning toward the end of the year,” Wilson said. “I’m really glad we received a new one to show how CBU is always improving.”
Professor writes persecution book BY JENNIFER SCHMIDT ASST. NEWS EDITOR
Dr. Greg Cochran, director of applied theology and associate professor at California Baptist University, is releasing his new book on persecution, “Christians in the Crosshairs: Persecution in the Bible and Around the World Today.” The book is scheduled to be released the first week of October, published by Weaver Book Company. However, it is available for preorder on Amazon, Google Play and other online book retailers. Cochran said he believes the subject of persecution is applicable to every Christian. “(Persecution) is an inherent part of the gospel,” Cochran said. “I don’t think people have communicated that well to Christians.” The book comes as a result of nearly 15 years of research, learning and studying the Bible while the message, he said, remained
on his heart. “I think maybe most Christians haven’t thought about persecution a lot,” Cochran said. “The first reaction is, ‘Persecution is a bad thing, right? We don’t want that.’ It’s not pictured that way (in my book). There are evil forms of persecution that are hor-
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(Persecution) is an inherent part of the gospel. I don’t think people have communicated that well to Christians. Dr. Greg Cochran, director of applied theology
rible, but Jesus says ‘Blessed are those who are persecuted for my name’s sake.’ Peter said something similar.” Cochran’s definition of persecution is a hostile reaction to Christ dwelling in a person. He said persecution is not necessarily a good thing, but it does identify Christians as God’s redemptive people.
“Persecution is kind of a mark — a way — that people recognize that you are on a different way, a different path with Jesus,” Cochran said. One of the most controversial portions of the book may be in the final of three sections where he discusses the practical applications of the knowledge of persecution. In this section, Cochran looks at the way the concept of church is portrayed, centered around the New Testament. Cochran said there are certain metaphors used when describing the church, such as “family of God” and “the body” that portray the intimacy of the church and the need for ministry to the church body. “Everything about the New Testament when it speaks of church speaks of this really intimate, integrated whole,” Cochran said. “Somehow, when we talk about issues of feeding the poor, caring for the needy, we just completely separate. We don’t think first in terms of the persecuted church.”
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Unmanned aircraft degree takes off in aviation program BY IONA BRANNON NEWS EDITOR
The new school year welcomes a new major in the Department of Aviation Science at California Baptist University, and students wishing to study aviation unmanned systems may now officially declare it as a major. The aviation unmanned systems major is being developed by Paul Haley, assistant professor of aviation science, and Dr. C. Daniel Prather, professor and chair of Aviation Science, in an attempt to meet the demands of the rapidly developing aviation industry. “By combining top-quality flight training at the CBU Flight School with courses in unmanned systems, engineering design, circuit theory, video fundamentals and human factors, our unmanned systems graduates will be well-prepared to join companies such as General Atomics and Northrop Grumman in this exciting field,” Prather said. Southern California serves as a hub for unmanned aviation. CBU’s proximity to many top unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) companies makes it an ideal location for those interested in a career in the field of unmanned aircraft. Haley said speakers from such
companies will be speaking to students in future semesters. “As UAS continues to grow and the need for pilots to fly these remotely piloted aircraft increases, CBU has a role to play in providing graduates to this segment of the industry,” Prather said. “By introducing the bachelor of science degree in aviation unmanned systems this fall, we are on the cutting edge of growth in the aviation industry and able to prepare students to succeed in this dynamic segment.” Sergeant Enrico Rojo, senior aviation unmanned systems major, said it was always his dream to fly aircrafts. “I’m hoping to be able to fly drones for the military in the near future as I am currently still serving (in the United States Marine Corps),” Rojo said. Although unmanned aircrafts were primarily associated with the military in the past, these days the term drones can be used to describe anything from hobby to commercial to military unmanned aircrafts. They were initially developed at the end of World War II, but it was not until the early 2000’s that they were more commonly utilized. “The improvements in GPS has made (common usage) possible, satellite
communication has made this possible and improved cameras have made it possible,” Haley said. “Now the applications are being used for scientific research, emergency services, search and rescues and real estate.” Haley said there is a growing niche in the real estate and movie industries for smaller unmanned aircraft, as they are safer and more cost-effective than helicopters while still getting high-quality stills and video. Because the field is still new and changing, the need for people who know how to operate the aircraft is increasing. “There’s a blank canvas and a blank slate for people who are creative and have ingenuity and want to come up with new applications of unmanned aircraft,” Haley said. The hope of the program developers is to prepare students for flying both large unmanned aircraft as well as smaller, commercial unmanned aircrafts. “It will really prepare them for multiple paths to get hired in this industry, and right now, there are plenty of jobs to be had,” Haley said. The first major-specific class will be offered spring 2017.
Student-athlete alum returns as professor BY JASMINE EMEISH ASST. NEWS EDITOR
Mitchell Spezzaferri, California Baptist University alumnus, can now add professor to the ever-growing list of roles he has played at CBU, having previously been a teaching assistant, student-athlete, assistant coach and graduate assistant. The latest addition to the faculty of the School of Behavioral Sciences, Spezzaferri received both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at CBU and is now passing on his knowledge to students as an adjunct professor. Spezzaferri graduated from CBU with his bachelor’s degree in cognitive psychology in 2014 and with his master’s degree in forensic psychology in 2016. Originally drawn to CBU for swim and water polo, he said he soon learned to love the school in its entirety. “As time progressed, I really enjoyed the university and the community here and all the institution stands for, so that’s why I continued to stay here for all four years and then come back for my master’s,” Spezzaferri said. Although Spezzaferri re-
ceived both degrees in psychology and now teaches in that field, he did not start out as a psychology major. “I actually started out studying graphic design and photography, and then I realized I like interacting with people and learning more about people,” Spezzaferri said. Continuing on, he found he enjoyed research more than clinicals and so opted for forensic psychology, a more research-based program. Although Spezzaferri’s end goal is to do forensic research with the federal government, he found he also really enjoyed teaching. “I didn’t realize I liked teaching until I was offered a teaching assistantship for my practicum and got in the classroom and began lecturing and realized I really liked this,” Spezzaferri said. Dr. Anne-Marie Larsen, associate professor of psychology, taught Spezzaferri through both his undergraduate and graduate programs. She said Spezzaferri was a rare student who always came prepared. Spezzaferri said teaching as a professor only a few years older than most of his students
may come with challenges, as well as advantages. “Being a young professor, everything is kind of new to you so you’re starting from the ground up,” Spezzaferri said. “You’ll try things and they don’t work out how you expect them to so you have to adapt.” However, being younger may have the added benefit of helping Spezzaferri connect better with students. “I think he really gets what it’s like to be a student, and I think that’s lost in a lot of professors,” Larsen said. Along with teaching, Spezzaferri is also the assistant swim coach and was swim captain while at CBU. Elijah Barrows, senior business administration major and Spezzaferri’s former teammate, noted Spezzaferri’s genuine care and compassion for others in and out of the pool. “I remember when he was on the team, he was always super good about going up to the freshmen and introducing himself and getting to know you,” Barrows said. “You could tell he would go out of his way to include everybody.”
Degree in analytics paves way BY JASMINE EMEISH ASST. NEWS EDITOR
California Baptist University has officially rolled out a degree in sports analytics, now available this fall. CBU is one of the first universities in the country to offer a bachelor of science in sports analytics, combining statistics and statistical analysis with sports. “I think any student who kind of likes numbers but is really fascinated with sports would really enjoy this major,” said Dr. Lisa Hernández, associate professor of mathematics and associate dean for the Division of Natural and Mathematical Sciences. A degree in sports analytics can open up job opportunities in areas such as sports managing, sports marketing and team rehabilitation. The degree itself is versatile enough that it can be used in the sports field, but it also equips students to use the degree in other statistical fields. Dr. Linn Carothers, professor of mathematics and chairman of Mathematical Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics and Physics, partially credits the addition of this program to CBU’s interest in sports and the realization in its importance as a field. “Sports is a biblical concept,” Carothers said. “The apostle Paul used the Corinthian games and their sports to illustrate concepts of ‘not fighting the air,’ or ‘running to win’ as incentives to excel still more. CBU realizes sports is a recession-proof industry that nets hundreds of millions of fans who spend an estimated $28.7 billion in revenue across sports in a typical year.” One of two students enrolled in the new major, Robert Castro, junior biology and sports analytics double major, said he hopes to eventually be part of a statistician team that works with professional athletes, or use his analytic skills for scientific research. “I picked sports analytics because it is a growing field in the world,” Castro said. “Not only does it teach you about analyzing sports, but it also gives you the ability to know computing and applying those skills into everyday use.” As CBU is currently one of the only universities offering a bachelor of science in sports analytics, Castro is one of very few in the U.S. to be pursuing the degree. “I think it’s awesome I’m going to be a part of something bigger, and something that can help influence others down the line,” Castro said.
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California Baptist University’s Health Science Campus offers parking for faculty and students who are enrolled in the health science or architecture programs.
Campus provides more parking BY JASMINE EMEISH ASST. NEWS EDITOR
Year after year at California Baptist University, the number of incoming students increases, which means an increased need for parking. This year, more than 1,800 new students have joined the Lancer Nation, and as a result, the school has worked to add more than 650 parking spots at the Health Science Campus on Monroe Street to help remedy the problem. CBU offers parking permits for resident and commuter students with designated areas for each living area, however, the increase in students and their vehicles has made finding an
empty spot a challenge. The spaces at the Health Science Campus are for faculty and commuter students currently enrolled in either a health science program or the architecture program. The parking lot was built using unused sports fields that were originally part of Riverside Christian School. Steve Smith, director of Facilities and Planning Services, said their office frequently assesses the amount of parking compared to the number of students and faculty on campus. As the student population increases, available parking must also increase, and the addition of the new
Health Science parking spaces are anticipated to help resolve the issue. Luke Meeter, senior anthropology major, said he commutes daily and has experienced the parking struggle. “Parking has been an issue in the past,” Meeter said. “I usually have to arrive extra early just to make sure I can get a parking spot.” Darius Fatherree, sophomore Christian studies major, also commutes and knows the difficulty that has arisen from limited parking spaces. “There was one time when public safety blocked off the main area because it was full,” he said. “I ended up having to park on the streets. Even the
spaces by the gym were full.” Smith said creating the new parking spaces has not been easy. The underlying structure posed a challenge. A pipeline runs underneath the field that was converted into the parking spaces, making construction more complicated. “This field area is very unique in that a very large Metropolitan Water District pipeline dissects the area diagonally,” Smith said. “As such, the parking area had to be constructed with some very challenging guidelines and specifications.” The parking lot opened Sept. 6.
Dean of Christian studies edits book BY IONA BRANNON NEWS EDITOR
Dr. Chris Morgan, dean of the School of Christian Ministries and professor of theology, is at the end of a sixyear process of compiling and editing “The Love of God,” the seventh in a series of books on different aspects of God called “Theology in Community.” “There is nothing greater and more central to all of our life and thinking than a biblical view of God,” Morgan said. “Our identity, love, faith, mission and hope rest on his love.” Morgan described the book as one that could help Christians adjust the way in which they view the Bible. The series serves as prescription glasses to help them see the Bible and Christianity more clearly, introducing topics such as Christian love and Islam, love and hell, and love and social justice . “This will be the seventh volume,” Morgan said. “The others include “Suffering and the Goodness of God,” “The Glory of God,” “The Deity of Christ,” “The Kingdom of God,” “Fallen” and “Heaven.” With each book, Morgan curates experts from around
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Several other CBU professors have had the opportunity to read the text through the process of editing Cochran’s book. One such person is Dr. Jeff Mooney, professor of Old Testament, is one such professor. Mooney said the most overlooked group is the persecuted church when
the world to write a chapter on their specialty. Aside from Morgan’s contribution, “The Love of God” includes chapters written by authors including D. A. Carson, Raymond Ortlund Jr., Andreas Köstenberger, Robert Plummer, John Mahony, Daniel Strange, Dan Ebert, C.D. “Jimmy” Agan III and Mariam Kamell. Aaron Adame, senior applied theology major, said he is looking forward to reading the next book on God’s love. “I am glad the editors have chosen such a powerful theme,” Adame said. “One that runs through the entire narrative of the Bible and brings us right into the heart and character of God.” Adame said the love of God and the conditions tied to it are often things most Christians wonder about at some point. Because of this, “The Love of God” is relevant to Christians at any part of their spiritual journey. “‘The Love of God’ volume in the ‘Theology in Community’ series will help to shape the students’ thinking on such marvelous and critical themes,” Adame said. The book will be published and available to the public at the end of September. it comes to ministering with resources and prayer. “Getting Christian churches, social justice devotees, parachurch groups and individuals to see their singular biblical and practical obligation to this growing crowd is almost impossible,” Mooney said. “Greg Cochran has effectively and passionately placed them back in front of us with lots of biblical muscle to back up his arguments. ‘What will you do, Christian?’”
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Faith, art exhibited at gallery Unique theme brought to life by six West Coast artists BY HANNAH PRESTON A&E EDITOR
The California Baptist University Gallery began hosting the exhibit “Into the Mystic: The Quest of Six West Coast Artists,” starting Sept. 20. The exhibit features 30 works from different artists, including CBU’s Duncan Simcoe, professor of visual arts. Simcoe explained what this exhibit offers to its visitors. “(The exhibit is) a rich sampling of 21st century mystical expressions by artists from Southern California to the midstate and Seattle,” Simcoe said in a press release. Simcoe worked closely with Gordon Fuglie, professional curator, for close to a year to make this vision a reality. Works presented in the gallery do not include only paintings, but also photography, installation, mixed media and digital. This is the first professionally curated gallery CBU has hosted. Previously, the gallery has only presented works by students or curated by faculty. “This is a really special, firsttime event for our gallery,” Simcoe said. Although Simcoe cannot exactly predict what people will experience, he hopes visitors of the exhibit will enter a space of
contemplation. “We live in an almost grotesquely visual culture,” Simcoe said. “Images in that context tend to be very loud, auditory, constantly changing and shifting. This context for a visual experience is in many ways opposite. It’ll be quiet and things don’t move.” Both Simcoe and Fuglie have remained strong in their faith throughout their careers, thus making this theme a very spiritual one. In a press release, Fuglie observed that although modern art has taken a different turn, artists continue to express spiritual themes. “The encouragement for this artistic quest lies within us,” Fuglie said. “I don’t doubt it comes from an inner-light emanating from a greater power than ours.” Other than Simcoe, artists presented at this exhibit include Noah Buchanan, Steve Dzerigian, Anne Marie Karlsen, Guy Kinnear and Laura Lasworth. Although Simcoe does not know all of the artists personally, he said he is impressed by all of their work and excited to showcase their pieces alongside his at the “Into the Mystic” exhibit. “The roster of ours is quite nice,” Simcoe said. “I was fa-
Disney ride closes for renovation BY RAEGAN MELFE ASST. A&E EDITOR
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‘The Return,’ oil on linen (2014), by Noah Buchanan is one of the pieces on display at ‘Into the Mystic: The Quest of Six West Coast Artists’ at the California Baptist University Gallery from Sept. 20–Nov. 19. miliar with most of them before, and they are all doing quality work. I feel very good about showing them with these people.” The exhibit is showing until Nov. 19, and although fundrais-
ing is not the main goal, works are available for purchase. The primary goal, however, is challenging visitors on what the mystic is. “I hope they have their sense of what the mystic is, (and)
expand it through having it wrestled with by six different people,” Simcoe said. “Often it is by seeing through someone else’s eyes that our own perceptions are enlarged and changed.”
One of Disney California Adventure Park’s most popular rides, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, will be closing Jan. 2, 2017, after thrilling people with its 13-story drop since May 2004. After it closes, Disney will be revamping the ride with a “Guardians of the Galaxy” theme. “Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout!” will still feature the iconic elevator drop, but the story will now be based on a walkthrough of the marketplace shown in the movie. The announcement of the renovation, July 23, was met with resistance by many fans. Kylie Vari, senior mathematics major, said she has been riding the Tower of Terror since she was little and does not know why they would change it. “The Tower of Terror is such a staple in California Adventure,” Vari said. “The first time I went on it I was really small and it was just me and my oldest brother and every time we dropped he had to pull me back down.” Vari said the theme of the Tower of Terror works with the elevator drop, but the “Guardians of the Galaxy” theme feels forced. “The workers get really into it,” Vari said. “You don’t have to be super happy and peppy because you’re telling people they are going to ‘die.’ If you know anything about ‘Twilight Zone,’ it’s that creepy-like feel. Everything really works together to give you that cohesive — for lack of a better word — atmosphere.” Kiara Santos, junior graphic design major, said she does not like how Disney is changing the ride, and the original theme should not be abandoned. “It’s one of those rides where you would wait in line for it and I would ride it two, three times,” Santos said. “Some things are just classics and that’s the nice thing about Disney. They have classic characters, classic stories and the Tower of Terror is one of those.” It is not too late to check into the Tower of Terror one more time. Disney will be having a “Late Check-Out” from Sept. 9–Oct. 13, before the ride closes, consisting of a completely blacked-out elevator drop and including performances from Dolly, Silver Lake Sisters and Fiddler.
Small businesses thrive at market BY HANNAH PRESTON A&E EDITOR
New to the Riverside community, Magnolia Center Marketplace has quickly caught the attention of those in surrounding areas. Crowds gather to spend their Friday evenings enjoying what local vendors have to offer. Since early this summer, Magnolia Center near Riverside Plaza has hosted a farmer’s market every Friday night from 6-9 p.m. Featuring local farmers and entrepreneurs, the marketplace is an event for all ages. Stands can range from food and clothes to street art and handmade cosmetics. Ursie Candelario, owner of Ursie’s Apothecary, has been with the Magnolia Center Marketplace since it started May 22, and has seen a growth in her business, as well as the event.
“I am a labor and delivery nurse during the day, so this is my hobby and de-stressor,” Candelario said. “I was here since the beginning, and it has been really fun. We are getting a lot of regulars, and it is a great thing for the Magnolia Center.” Candelario started her business by making lip butters, and after such a positive reaction, she now has grown to create a variety of products ranging from body scrubs to facial masks. Her passion is uncanny, and her products are tested on friends, not animals. Not only are these products all-natural, but they are also friendly to a college student’s budget. This event is filled with people who dream to have their own business, and through this farmers market, small businesses have the chance to grow their clientele and make their names known.
Sallimar Lorenzana, creator of Superfood By Sallimar, an acai bowl and smoothie vendor, was introduced to acai bowls at Brazilian jiu-jitsu tournaments she attended. Lorenzana knew she always wanted to have a business of her own, and the marketplace has provided a way for those dreams to come true. “I have always been entrepreneur-minded and always have known I wanted to have a business of my own,” Lorenzana said. “I have been here for seven weeks now, and since I use my food trailer here, it has given me a location for people to come to me.” Ashley Coleman, sophomore early childhood studies major, said she enjoyed the atmosphere, and could see herself going again. “I really enjoyed the marketplace,” Coleman said. “My favorite vendor was the acai
bowls. They tasted so amazing, and the owner was so sweet. I would definitely go back.” The marketplace has quickly grown in popularity and has provided a great way for locals to get plugged into their community and help support local businesses. Raven Thomas, a devout Magnolia Center Marketplace regular, discovered this event through a friend. “We have been coming here for about two months now, and overall I would give this place a 10,” Thomas said. “My favorite stand would have to be the goat milk lady. She makes the best goat milk soaps around.” Different businesses come to the marketplace weekly, keeping the event fresh. With such a variety of products presented, every person will be able to find something of interest.
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Ursie Candelario, creator of Ursie’s Apothercary, attracts customers to her stand with affordable, all-natural products.
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Metered car lots transform into temporary parks Santo Domingo. This is the first year the Arts & Cultural Affairs DiviWith the increase in de- sion of Riverside has run the velopment of cities across celebration, with the CaliforAmerica, local artists and nia Baptist University Visual the environmentally con- Arts Department joining for scious banded together to the first time. Megan Elder, celebrate PARK(ing) Day to CBU alumna and public policy transform metered parking fellow for the Western Riverspaces into temporary parks, side Council of Governments, art pieces and ways to get in- led the event. volved in the community. “We tried to make it bigger In 2005, Rebar, a San and all on one street so people Francisco art and design would be able to take in all the studio, wanted to make different organizations had to a change. They noticed a offer,” Elder said. “All the difshocking 70 percent of San ferent entities really brought Francisco’s their A-game downtown and gave the I’m doing this for my c o m m u n i t y outdoor community. It is a s o m e t h i n g space was allotted for different mindset. It’s awesome to cars. They experience.” not just my own work for paid the The ofmy own class. You are ficial webfare for a two-hour doing it for the people site for the parking PARK(ing ) around you.” Day event exspace and Brooke Villegas, junior visual plains its acset up a park comarts major tual goal. plete with “The misgrass, trees and a bench. sion of PARK(ing) Day is to After photos of the instal- call attention to the need lation circulated, cities be- for more urban open space, gan requesting Rebar to set to generate critical debate up similar “parks” in their around how public space is cities. The company opened created and allocated, and to the event idea to everyone improve the quality of urban and created a guide for how human habitat … at habitat … cities across the nation can at least until the meter runs have their own PARK(ing) out,” the website said. Day the third Friday of SepKristi Lippire, assistant tember. professor of visual arts and PARK(ing) Day is now a adviser for the Art Club, began global event, extending to planning an installation with places like Hong Kong and her students the first week
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Downtown provides place of inspiration BY AUDREY STODDARD ASST. A&E EDITOR
The Riverside Art and Music Festival is an event where those in the community have come to participate, enjoy and celebrate the arts for nearly 40 years. The festival took to downtown Riverside Sept. 17 and showcased local artists’ work, as well as live music. Allison Iraheta + Halo Circus, Naive Thieves and Castle Pines took the stage as artists set up booths and interactive activities that attracted all age groups. Sarah McMenamy, fifth year anthropology major at the University of California, Riverside, is part of an artist collective group called Downtown Locals Only. The group put together interactive stations in which visitors could participate. These stations included a chalk mural, face-painting and a collaborative collage of paint and paper mache. “The main purpose of the Riverside Art and Music Festival is to inspire people to do more art and to come together as a community,” McMenamy said. “When you bring this many people together at a time, you’re creating a space where people feel comfortable. It’s an opportunity for people to feel inspired.” Downtown Locals Only attend other community events as well, often appearing at the Riverside Arts Walks, and “Thank You Grindly,” a monthly event sponsored by the local coffee shop Back to the Grind. Through these events they introduce others to their work. Mikaela Elson, sophomore fine arts major at Riverside Community College and creator of Downtown Locals Only, explained how the festival brings a wide range of people together over the common interest in art.
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Maria Fiore, sophomore visual arts major, relaxes on the interactive exhibit her classmates created for the PARK(ing) Day event. of classes. Inspired by a large inflatable giraffe and narwhal Lippire already had, the students decided on a zoo theme for their park, complete with animal print-covered chairs. The chairs were constructed by old doors Lippire had obtained from a friend two years earlier. She said they wanted to incorporate seating to fit the original park idea of the event. The Visual Arts Department was joined by the Riverside Police Department, Foster Army Animal Rescue, local
dancers and other organizations to help residents get involved in the community. The department’s participation allowed students to learn more about the city they call home, while adding to their portfolio. “Working outside of your class, you’re not just doing it to get a good grade for it,” said Brooke Villegas, junior visual arts major. “I’m doing this for my community. It is a different mindset. It’s not just my own work for my own class. You are doing it for the people around you.”
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Jim Behrman, 62-year-old full-time artist, uses his past experience as a welder to make his robot art out of found items. Through his strong imagination, Behrman also creates motorcyles and cars out of various objects. “The purpose of Riverside Art and Music Festival is so people in the community can come together to express their own creative art form in a community-based melting pot,” Elson said. Jose and Annette Armas are other local artists who held one of the many eye-catching booths. Their station exhibited homemade work centered around Day of the Dead. “Our art is dedicated to our son who passed away,” Jose Armas said. “Day of the Dead is about remembering our
ancestors, and we feel that it’s been commercialized and lost significance. But we try to keep the culture and get people to smile.” Both Jose and Annette Armas have retired and are currently following their passion of creating art for a purpose bigger than themselves, promoting their heritage and remembering lost loved ones. They use this passion and their knowlegdge in business to create their business. Linsey Rahe, sophomore communication disorders ma-
jor at California Baptist University, saw some booths tied their art with faith. “The Armas booth was by far my favorite because it displayed their heritage while honoring their son,” Rahe said. “Each station had a unique quality or trait that made it stand out.” Other booths displayed vinyl records, robots and homemade crafts. The event creates a space where people of all age groups and backgrounds could come together to both inspire and feel inspired within their art form.
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September 23, 2016 · Volume 64 · Issue 2
Alumnus unveils T-shirt design for coffee BY RAEGAN MELFE ASST. A&E EDITOR
Augie’s Coffee House held a jam-packed event Sept. 17, featuring live music and Geoff Gouveia, 2013 California Baptist University alumnus, unveiling a new T-shirt made just for the shop. The event featured music from My Double, My Brother; Rude’s Dudes; Nicole VanderDussen and Tom Shay. As a local artist, Gouveia has worked with Augie’s to create the shirt. Gouveia, a Riverside artist and muralist, has been creating art for about nine years since he was a senior in high school. He said he makes art because of the strength the Lord gives him and because art is his talent. “I feel like the Lord has just given me this ability to persevere,” Gouveia said. “It’s not so much a passion for art, but that I love the individuality of artistic expression. I like the unique voice I am able to create and I feel like that is from the Lord … this is my purpose.” Gouveia said he enjoys Augie’s and has been wanting to create a T-shirt with the shop
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Geoff Gouveia (left), California Baptist University alumnus, talks to Christian and Liz Cannon, CBU alumni, during the Augie’s Coffee House event held Sept. 17 for the unveiling of Gouveia’s new self-designed T-shirt. for a long time. He pitched the idea of a shirt and an event to Augie’s so he could showcase his art. Now, after three years of having a relationship with the shop, they showcased his design. “When I pitched them the idea of having the art here I
knew I wanted something different,” Gouveia said. “Just showing my work is kind of boring, so I like adding music to it because it draws everyone in.” Michaela VanSant, sophomore visual arts major, came with friends and said she en-
joyed the feel of the music and coffee in one setting. “I love the feel of coffee and music and people and just having fun all together,” she said. “(It) is encouraging to see an artist who’s really successful and really likes sharing his work with a wide community.”
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Geoff Gouveia, California Baptist University alumnus, recently released a T-shirt he designed in partnership with Augie’s Coffee House. The shop held an event featuring live music Sept. 17 in celebration of the unveiling of Gouveia’s T-shirt.
Nonprofit organization provides assistance to youth in crisis BY CHLOÉ TOKAR MANAGING EDITOR
The board was decorated with pictures, each scrawled on with hopes and aspirations of the children who passed through the building. The picture nearest to the bottom had a note written in black marker. It read, “Be a vet, get married, go to college, be someone.” Operation SafeHouse is a 24hour nonprofit organization in Riverside devoted to help youth in crisis whether they are runaways, in abusive homes, home-
less or victims of trafficking. SafeHouse houses an average of 12 youths ages 11-17 at a time in its facility and provides them with clothing, meals, games and activities, counseling and independent study applicable for school credit. The rooms are decorated with fun bedspreads and billowy curtains, creating a comfortable feel reminiscent of a nice home. The backyard contains a basketball court and several cats that have been known to enjoy hugs and ear scratches from the residents.
Multiple programs are offered to promote positive living once a child leaves the facility, often being taught to “tear off labels” when it comes to mental illness or living in crisis, offering encouragement in such a trying time of life. “Our main goal is to get kids off the street,” said Dana Darby, volunteer coordinator. “They don’t even know they’re victims. It’s a way of life, so we’re here to help them.” A group of four girls were watching a movie in the schoolroom as Darby walked over to
compliment the haircut of a young brunette. They smiled and waved at her as she left and walked past the garden the children work on year-round, which is sprouting small green tomatoes. Darby explained Operation SafeHouse offers internship and volunteer opportunities for students to come offer their services for whatever the facility needs. Stories were told of children who came to the facility as youth in crisis and returned years later to volunteer at the organization that helped change
their lives for the better. She also mentioned SafeHouse operates a large anti-human trafficking program that works all over Riverside County with people of all ages, having even helped relieve a person in their 70s. “It’s labor and sex trafficking, but we also work with survival sex,” said Mallory Wilkinson, anti-human trafficking case manager. “We are constantly getting referrals. Every day there’s about five.” Wilkinson said they tell their clients they are the “mid-
dle man,” connecting them to the resources they need in areas such as education and insurance, and providing them the opportunity for a better and brighter life. “A lot of times youth don’t know how to get out of those situations themselves, especially if they don’t have good mentors or people around them to help them out,” said Amanda Linder, junior biology major. “So it’s good to have organizations that are benefiting their futures, rather than being discouraged by their circumstances.”
Professor transitions to dean of College of Health Science JOHN VICTORY
LIFESTYLE EDITOR For more than a decade, Dr. David Pearson has roamed the campus of California Baptist University as an educator, professional and now as the dean of the College of Health Science. “The transition to becoming dean has been very smooth,” Pearson said. “I’ve been working here for 16 years now, so familiarity with the campus and the people has made it go well.” As dean, Pearson deals a lot with what goes on within the
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College of Health Science, including the new construction and renovations taking place at the Health Science Campus on Monroe Street. “The more difficult transition has been getting our campus project completed over here and ready for the school year,” Pearson said. “As you can see, we are almost there and anticipating great things, but still (with) a little bit of work to be done.” For Pearson, there are expectations and goals he wants to achieve while holding
the deanship. “What I want to see is a robust college that offers all the programs our students desire and that are going to be helpful to the community at large,” Pearson said. Although Pearson holds a high role as dean, he still takes the time to teach and pour into his students. “Currently, my teaching is mostly involved with graduate sport management students,” Pearson said. Prior to becoming the dean of the College of Health Sci-
ence, Pearson held many positions during his time at CBU, including being a professor of kinesiology, the associate provost of administration and the department chair of kinesiology. Chris Hofschroer, assistant dean of students and former student of Pearson, knows firsthand the type of person Pearson is, both inside and outside of school. “He was a professor I really admired and I think we had a good relationship,” Hofschroer said. “Once I became a profes-
sional, it was fun to be able to look behind the curtain and get to know him personally.” For Hofschroer, Pearson did more than just teach him in classes; he also had an impact on Hofschroer’s career path. “I never really considered a career in recreation, I just felt that recreation happened,” Hofschroer said. Despite Pearson having a busy schedule while in school, he does not let that stop him from enjoying the company of his family and friends. “My very favorite things in
the world are just to be with my family, to do things with my wife and two sons,” Pearson said. “We enjoy working out and my kids are into martial arts and parkour training, so just being active and doing physical things.” Pearson’s main advice as dean is to connect with professors and communicate regularly. “People want to get to know you, they want to know who you are as a person and they want to help you,” Pearson said.
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September 23, 2016 · Volume 64 · Issue 2
Snapchat provides creative outlet for artist on campus BY OLIVIA QUEBE
ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR Snapchat has been around for five years and provided a variety of filters. However, one California Baptist University student took it to a whole new level by creating his own art. Elliot Choe, junior kinesiology major, started designing his creations about a year ago with nothing but his phone screen and index finger, forgoing traditional filters in favor of originality. Initially, Choe showed no interest in the app, but his brother and some friends convinced him to make an account. The first image he drew was Batman from the “The Dark Knight” with a Joker card stuck to his forehead. After that, Choe utilized Snapchat to
keep himself busy and express creativity. “I have an interest in Snapchat art because it involves a person’s creativity and imagination,” Choe said. “It also brings a lot of positivity not only to the audience, but to the artists themselves.” Some of the first people who viewed Choe’s creations were his parents and his brothers. Now he said he aims to share his images with as many people as possible. “Since the first picture I drew, I have been sending all my snaps back home to my family,” Choe said. “It makes me really happy they enjoy it so much, especially my mom.” Amanda Yoon, junior graphic design and digital media major, has been friends with Choe for more than two years and
finds the images very distinct. “The most unique part is you know it’s Elliot’s because he has a unique aspect to his art,” Yoon said. Choe first started drawing airplanes at the age of 2. As he grew older, Choe found inspiration for his images from his own imagination. “Most of the time something just pops up in my head and I want to start creating it as fast as I can,” Choe said. “There are times where I feel the need to draw something on Snapchat after viewing something extraordinary.” Choe said he believes Snapchat serves more than one purpose. It acts both as a way of communication through pictures and text, and as a community that encourages people to share and learn.
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Jerome Heidrich, junior psychology major, rides a bicycle as an alternative to going to the gym and as a way of maintaining a healthy and fit lifestyle.
Keep fit without the gym BY OLIVIA QUEBE
ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR During a student’s time in college, his or her plate becomes full with activities. With all these time-consuming projects, students have the potential to forget about what they are putting on their plate when it is time for a meal. According to a 2013 study done by Questia.com, an online research library, three in 10 college students are overweight or obese, and nine in 10 college students do not receive the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables per day. Kristi Calhoun, group exercise program coordinator for California Baptist University’s Recreation Center, said she believes what one puts in your body can have a greater effect on a person’s body, rather than trying to exercise or go to the gym. “If you struggle with being unhealthy, no matter how much exercise you do, if you’re not putting the stuff that’s good for you in your body, nothing is going to matter,”
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Calhoun said. “For young people, a lot of the time it doesn’t affect you as much, but a lot of people are way overweight now because of the amount of sugar we take in.” As an athlete, resident adviser and full-time student, Breanne Schlenger, senior psychology and sociology double major, keeps her schedule
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For young people, a lot of the time it doesn’t affect you as much, but a lot of people are way overweight now because of the amount of sugar we take in. Kristi Calhoun, group exercise program coordinator
busy. However, she said she finds it most beneficial to pay attention to what she is putting in her body. “I definitely drink more water and I don’t drink much soda and make sure I am eating three meals a day at
least,” Schlenger said. “I have found being more cautious of what I eat and the amounts I eat is the most beneficial and allows me to feel re-energized.” For some tips on how to stay healthy, Calhoun encourages students to eat whole meals and find simple ways to exercise without overdoing it. “Eating good food and staying away from processed foods and sugars is going to be one of the main things that’s going to help your body physically outside of exercising,” Calhoun said. “When it comes to exercising, walking is wonderful because it is easy on your joints. Just a regular 20-minute walk can burn up to 200 calories.” Schedules may become overwhelming and stressful, but staying fit does not need to be a chore. Living a healthy lifestyle is a choice, and these simple tips can be used as steps in the right direction to set your life on the right path to good health.
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Leslie Perry, graduate student in kinesiology, instructs followers how to use machines while Elad Gunya, graduate student in business administration, records the video for viewers to watch on Snapchat for the day.
Rec Center debuts daily workout BY JOHN VICTORY LIFESTYLE EDITOR
California Baptist University’s Recreation Center is always offering students a way to either maintain or improve their health, even going as far as utilizing social media apps like the popular Snapchat. “Workout of the Day” is something the Recreation Center has started this year in hopes of giving students that kickstart on their health journey and improving their fitness by posting videos on its Snapchat account. Students are able to add the Recreation Center to their friends’ list by taking a picture of the Snapcode posted around campus, if they are interested. “It’s not just for experts that need different things to do, it’s for all levels,” said Zach Long, senior graphic design major. For those who have been to the Recreation Center more than a couple times a semester, the equipment may be familiar to them. For beginners, however, it can be tricky trying to figure out how some of the machinery works, let alone work out on the machine. “People that have no idea how to work out, we explain how to use the machine or the equipment that is being used throughout the workout,” Long said. According to Long, the videos are posted Monday through Friday and will typically go up between the hours of 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Throughout the week, each day will consist of a different trainer who will be focusing on different techniques and muscles.
“Some people (work out) different muscle groups on different days, and each workout is going to be targeting a different muscle,” Long said. Leslie Perry, graduate student in kinesiology and personal trainer for the Recreation Center, will be one of the trainers featured in the videos throughout the week. “It is something that is new, but I think it will probably be really effective,” Perry said. “There are a lot of students that come in that don’t know what to do in here or have the time to get a personal trainer,
so it gives them ideas.” Depending on a student’s health and fitness goals, there is a video for nearly every case. Long said there are videos devoted to weight loss and others targeting muscle gain, with each one giving specific repetitions and weights. For more updates and information regarding the Recreation Center, follow their Instagram and Snapchat — @cbureccenter for both — and look for events and activities coming up in the future.
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The Recreation Center offers personal training sessions via 10-second Snapchat videos throughout the week.
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(Above photo) Brandon McCormick (left), senior kinesiology major; Myles Porter, freshman kinesiology major, and Matt Spoelstra, junior biology major, accelerate off the line of scrimmage as Fruit of the Boom practices running plays for the upcoming intramural flag football season.
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Students engineer robot arms BY KAITLYNN LABIT
BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR This year, introductory level students of the Gordon and Jill Bourns College of Engineering are already ahead of the curve as they work in teams conducting research and building functional robot arms. Students enrolled in EGR 101, Engineering Christian Worldview, are getting handson experience with 3D printed pieces, motors, wires and circuit boards. Even though they have not reached their finished product, students are already succeeding in recognizing the benefits of this project. “Our Introduction to Engineering class is much more than a mere textbook overview,” said Daniel Clark, assistant professor of mechanical engineering. “In the course, we form student teams that tackle individual, hands-on projects while explaining engineering concepts in the context of their work.” Although most students might want an introduction-level course to be easy, the students involved are accepting and say they are excited for the hard work that is going to be done in the class. “As a freshman, this is an exciting project,” said Nicolette Barker, freshman computer science major. “Going into an engineering program, you
wouldn’t expect two weeks in to already be a part of building a robot. It allows me to learn hands on and not just from a book or videos, and that’s amazing. It’s projects like these that make me excited for what my future has to bring.” While working on the project, students are learning more than computer programs through facing real networking problems, making them feel like they are working in the field. Noah Jackowitz, sophomore mechanical engineering major, is enjoying the problem-solving aspect of the projects and how it is enhancing his education through challenging him to think, learn and act accordingly to each task. “I think the project is a great help to us new students,” Jackowitz said. “Not just because it teaches us the skills we need to engineer things, but it teaches us to work together, to solve real-world problems and to meet high expectations on a tight schedule. That’s something I should expect from a real job, and I think it’s great the College of Engineering is helping me to prepare for that.” While the students work together building robot arms that will demonstrate gripping, wrist rotation and elbow and shoulder movement, they are also building a strong foundation for their future in the world of engineering.
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Mitch Maxwell, freshman biomedical engineer, works with fellow students on building a functional robot arm. The arms are made with 3D-printed material.
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Apps aid college students’ budgets BY KATHRYN GOLDSMITH
ASST. BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR Learning how to earn and save money to support themselves is a leap of independence all college students must take. While budgeting can be tedious, students have found the help they need through the use of budgeting applications or opting to create their own personal method. In order to hold themselves accountable, several California Baptist University students are thinking proactively, holding themselves to a budget to achieve financial goals. Michael David, junior business administration major, said he has tried several budgeting apps such as Acorns, Mint and Goodbudget to help him keep track of his finances. Although he found aspects he liked about all of them, he chose to stick with Acorns.
“Acorns is great because not only can you keep account of what you use, but as you spend, it rounds your money to the next dollar on expenditures and invests it into small accounts that grows your money for the future,” David said. While Acorns helps David earn money through investments, it also helps him stay motivated to maintain positive spending habits. “The better you track your money, the better off you are at keeping personal finances balanced,” David said. “It teaches discipline and you can actually see how much you need to spend, see what is wasteful spending and how you can increase your money by the investment that is offered.” Kevin Chen, sophomore undeclared major, said he also finds using a budgeting app is the best tool for him to use to
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Students at California Baptist University learn to budget properly through apps such as Acorns, Mint and Goodbudget. organize his income. Chen uses the Goodbudget app that allows him to set up a virtual envelope system that is useful for him to determine the amount of spending for different categories of expenses. Although it does not invest and grow his money like Acorns does, Chen finds the envelope system helps him stay best prepared for all of his purchases. “It is really easy to set up
and use, and is easy to see the big picture of my spending because I need to know how much I need to earn and how much I can spend,” Chen said. Although budgeting apps have worked for David and Chen, Chris Pearce, senior business administration major, has developed his own way of budgeting. Pearce uses an Excel spreadsheet that organizes his checking, savings and spend-
ing budget for each week. He also sets memos on his phone that show how much tax money is taken out, as well as the amount he will put in his savings and vacation fund. “No matter if you have a small amount of money or you’re gaining a lot of money, you still need to figure out what you have, what you can spend, what you should save up for in case of emergency,” Pearce said.
Engineering summer research turns into life-changing device BY DOMINICK COPAS
ASST. BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR Several students and faculty members of the Gordon and Jill Bourns College of Engineering are continuing their research that started over the summer on the effects and potential prevention techniques of glaucoma. The permanent loss of eyesight caused by glaucoma heightens the importance of their studies. Because of the irreversible effect, they are developing a device and system that detects early signs of glaucoma that can aid in prevention of the disease progressing.
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Through their research, the California Baptist University Glaucoma Sensor Project discovered pressure within the human eye varies throughout the day and the pressure relates to and affects the amount in which the eye stretches daily. Joshua Park, senior biomedical engineering major, is one of the students working on the research and development of the device. “Our device works by recording very small veins next to the cornea and observes them stretching,” Park said. Designed to be small enough to fit inside a pair of eyeglasses and accurately record changes
in the wearer’s eyes, Dr. Matthew Rickard, chair of the BioEngineering Department and associate professor of bioengineering, said he believes the device has the potential to make a difference. “The system will provide the patient, clinicians and social support groups with real-time, mobile ocular health data,” Rickard said. “(The system) will support and initiate new scientific and clinical research related to mobile ocular health and increase public awareness of glaucoma.” Although diagnosing the subtle signs of glaucoma in its early stages and how to prevent
it is difficult, the team has found a way to relay information to the public in a more efficient way. Their device uses an app installed on the wearer’s phone where information is provided in real time. “The end goal of the glaucoma research is to create a system that can analyze images taken of the eye to determine the pressure in the eye which is then used to determine if the subject has glaucoma or is at risk for it,” said Emily Sutter, junior biomedical engineering major. With the end goal of creating a system to analyze images taken of the eye to determine
the pressure and possible risk or diagnosis of glaucoma, Sutter said she ensures the CBU engineering students and faculty are best fit for the challenge. “Engineers can provide a unique problem-solving perspective,” Sutter said. “In addition to researching glaucoma to learn more about it, engineers also continuously look for new and improved ways of detecting and preventing glaucoma.” The team is dedicated to improving their device to be wearable, functional and accurate for a chance at combating the damage of the disease.
The old-fashioned 60s experience of pinstriped vests, bowties and candy distinguishes Farrell’s Ice Cream Parlour Restaurant from competitors. Despite the supposed success of the restaurant, Farrell’s has suffered a debt of almost $2 million. The parlor was featured Aug. 23 on the CNBC hit show, “The Profit,” starring businessman Marcus Lemonis, for one last chance at revival. Since the reopening of several locations in 2009 after a company-wide shut down, Farrell’s has struggled at bringing back the original quality of the ice cream they are notorious for serving in mountainous proportions. Lemonis developed a strategic plan for the business and suggested change in the candy shop and most importantly, Farrell’s ice cream. “We’ve made room for new specialty foods like chicken and waffles. I’m most excited about our new ice cream. It makes our sundaes twice as good as before,” said Kat King, senior communication disorders major and employee at Farrell’s Riverside location. While customers are pleased with the service, it is the memories created with friends and family they said makes them hopeful the parlor will be able to continue and thrive. “My main memory is singing ‘Happy Birthday’ around the table with a bunch of friends,” said Kristel Araujo, senior biology major. “One server came and did a funny birthday song and everyone joined along.”
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The In-N-Out on Indiana Avenue is temporarily closed down for construction, which is aiming to create more efficiency with additional amenities such as more grills, boards and wider drive-thru lanes. The popular burger joint will be reopening toward the end of the semester.
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my co-workers and me because we are all having to work at different stores in the area,” Morris said. “Because the stores we are going to are already fully staffed, we are not
getting as many hours as we would get at our home store. However, I am very thankful because we still all have jobs.” Even though the beginning of the semester caught stu-
dents off guard with the abrupt closure, McCarthy is looking ahead to the end of the semester when the location reopens during the most-needed time of the school year.
“A lot of the customers coming to our In-N-Out are CBU students,” McCarthy said. “Students may have to drive a little bit further to another In-N-Out, but before
you know it, the store will be open again right before the craziness of finals.” Until In-N-Out’s return to Indiana Avenue, students will have to patiently wait.
Business ‘welcomes’ back
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Dr. Keanon Alderson, director of the business administration program and associate professor of business, advises freshmen business administration majors Kate Fuller and Ally Creed, and Aileen Roberts, freshman undeclared major.
The Dr. Robert K. Jabs School of Business revised and improved “Welcome Back Bash” in its semester debut Sept. 14 at the Innovator’s Auditorium in an effort to make it more than just a lecture. The format of last year, which was more similar to a panel or Q&A, was reworked to showcase everything the School of Business has to offer in a more casual environment. Dr. Natalie Winter, interim associate dean of the School of Business and associate professor of marketing, said she wanted to give people the ability to explore the different majors and concentrations on their own instead of feeling confined
to one chair. “One of the things, especially with freshmen, is they may not know all of the differences between the various programs,” Winter said. “We wanted to give (the students) a chance to learn about everything the School of Business has to offer.” Students with majors or minors tied to the school packed the room as discussions of new courses, major concentrations and real-world applications for degrees echoed throughout the space. A professor or experienced student represented each major and concentration offered under the scope of the current catalog to answer questions. Jared Baumer, junior accounting major, said events like these also give students an
opportunity to network within the program they may not otherwise get in the typical classroom setting. After each exchange at the individual tables, participants received raffle tickets for prizes ranging from gift bags to a new bicycle, which only provided further incentive for students to showcase their networking skills during the hourlong orientation event. With the Career Center also in attendance, the bash helped provide perspective on more than just time spent in class, but the time spent after graduation actually working in the field. “My expectations were surpassed,” Baumer said. “There was an amazing turnout and more students than seats, so I would say it’s been a success.”
Deaf workers make powerful impact BY KAITLYNN LABIT
BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR A silent community is making a loud, powerful impact on the production floors, on the company and in the lives of their coworkers at Trademark Plastics Inc. in Riverside. After reading an article about a restaurant’s success in Toronto, Canada, that was run and owned by deaf people, John Taylor, senior vice president of Global Communications, saw an opportunity for his company to fix their turnover rate of more than 5 percent and most importantly, provide jobs for people of the deaf community. Developed in 1989, Trademark Plastics Inc. is a plastic-injection molding company that manufactures plastic components that are later assembled into medical devices. Throughout their
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three manufacturing rooms, 100,000-square-foot building and 45 injection-molding machines, 15 percent of their staff is made up of deaf employees. “I would say it’s an important role,” Taylor said. “They’re our first line of defense and they know that.” Although the deaf employees apply for open positions without a resume or experience, the company trains them for hours on machine safety, defect detection and all the ‘how-to’s of plastic-injection molding. Each employee starts off as a machine operator and can move up to positions such as visual inspectors, packers and even engineers. Yasmin Mercado, human resources manager, is humbled through her interaction with their deaf employees. “We have a 50-year-old woman who has been work-
ing all her life and she told me this is the only meaningful job she’s had all her life,” Mercado said. “That touches you.” While the deaf employees restore meaning and remind the company of the importance of their jobs, they have helped Trademark Plastics Inc.’s turnover rate drastically drop to less than 1 percent. With the success their company has faced, Taylor hopes to challenge other industries to think outside the box and make a difference in the business world. “I hope we’re able to show through example this can be done and done easily and set a challenge out for other industries to start applying what we’ve learned, to hire not just deaf, but any disabled (person),” Taylor said. “I hope we’re in a position someday to majorly challenge industry, especially in Riverside where
the deaf community is large.” Bryan Graves, chief financial officer and doctoral student in business administration at California Baptist University, quoted management consultant Peter Drucker to capture how he believes his company is making a difference. “Peter Drucker stated, ‘Business should contribute to society and to the greater good,’” Graves said. “I believe you see this contribution and greater good at Trademark. “California Baptist University believes each person has been created for a purpose. I’m able to see our deaf community striving every day to find real purpose in their work, and each new hire is making a real difference.”
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September 23, 2016 · Volume 64 · Issue 2
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Apodaca makes impact on season the back of the net,” Apodaca said. “I couldn’t have done it without my teammates.” The soccer field is no Apodaca finished the game stranger to Aidan Apodaca, ju- against Sonoma with five shots nior biology major and forward on goal and a hat trick. on the men’s soccer team at Daniel Westholm, junior California Baptist University. business administration major In the season’s first five and midfielder, assisted Apogames, Apodadaca in two of ca has scored the three goals five goals and while Hugo has seen 229 I couldn’t have done it Gutierrez, juminutes of play. without my teammates. nior undeclared Apodaca earned major and mida PacWest fielder, notched Player of the Aidan Apodaca, the assist to an Week honor junior biology major Apodaca goal. after his perAs a freshformance in a man, Apodaca game against Saint Martin’s was named the 2014 PacWest University Sept. 3, where all Freshman of the Year, scorthree goals were scored by ing seven goals on the season. Apodaca, earning the win for Last season, he recorded three the team and a hat trick for goals on the season despite an the books. injury. Apodaca said in a press reApodaca and the rest of the lease the hat trick was a team team holds a 4-1 record on the effort, despite the accolades. season and began their PacWest “During the game, I just Conference run Sept. 22 wanted to take every chance I against Point Loma Nazarene had and focus on putting it in University.
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Aidan Apodaca, junior biology major and forward, defends the ball in a match against Sonoma State University Sept. 8, in which California Baptist University’s team Sonoma 2-1. Apodaca was named the PacWest Player of the Week after his contributions early in the season.
College football season begins BY JEFF KISSEL
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Roy Powell spikes the ball past his opponents in a match against California State University, Long Beach. Powell has signed with Habo Volley Club in Sweden.
Powell signs with Habo Volley BY HANNAH TAMIMI SPORTS EDITOR
The men’s volleyball team at California Baptist University possesses many talents on its roster, allowing the team to fight through its rigorous NCAA Division I schedule. Some of these talents find themselves with stellar seasons, capturing the attention of professional volleyball leagues. The team is familiar with graduating alumni to professional leagues. Kristopher Johnson, former middle
blocker for CBU, was signed to the Leka Volley Club in Finland following graduation in 2014. Johnson is now a middle blocker for Team USA, where he most recently competed at the Pan-American Volleyball Cup in May. Following in Johnson’s footsteps is Roy Powell. The former outside and opposite hitter signed with Habo Volley Sweden Sept. 6. Powell is replacing Joren Zeeman, a former outside hitter for Habo. Alessandro Lodi, head coach of Habo Volley, said in a release
that Powell is the type of player he wanted on the roster. Lodi also said he had his eye on Powell because of his physicality and good attitude on the court. Powell will bring some depth to the team with his experience as an opposite hitter. Lodi predicts Powell will be a strong leader on the team. With his ambitious attitude, Lodi said Powell will fit right in with the club and its other players. In a statement to Habo Volley, Powell said he is excited to start this new chapter in his volleyball career in Sweden.
Powell said he will no doubt develop with the club and is eager to see what Habo holds in store for his future. At CBU, Powell was a dominant force on the court, finishing the 2016 season with 235 kills, 107 digs and scoring 289.5 total points. Prior to CBU, Powell played two seasons at El Camino College and was a member of the IMUA Volleyball Club. With his signing, Powell became the first IMUA alumnus to sign a professional contract overseas.
The NCAA College Football season began Sept. 3 with a match between the University of Southern California and University of Alabama at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. In this neutral game, the USC Trojans fell short to the Alabama Crimson Tide with a final score of 52-6. The USC Trojans are hoping to improve from last year’s record of 8-6, while the No. 1 ranked Alabama Crimson Tide are hoping to maintain their ranking from last year with a record of 14-1. Dr. Todd Bates, professor of philosophy, said this game confirmed everyone’s expectations of Alabama. “Alabama’s defense is always tough,” Bates said. “It also confirmed Alabama is always going to be a top-tier team.” Bates also said USC has some problems with depth. “Their top athletes in the depth chart can run with anybody,” Bates said. “When it comes to their lower athletes in the depth chart, then they struggle.” Bates also has predictions about who will be top-ranked teams this season. “This season is hard to
tell,” Bates said. “If I had to pick right now, I would select Alabama, Florida State, Ohio State and probably Clemson.” Dr. Bruce Prins, professor of biology and the biology program director, said he hopes both Alabama and USC continue to do really well. “If Alabama does well, it makes USC look better,” Prins said. “I hope the game motivates the Trojans when they play other tough teams.” Prins also predicted Alabama will do well this season, but he does not know how USC will do. “The Crimson Tide’s non-conference opponents besides USC are very soft,” Prins said. “USC has a coach that will not mess around too much. The game against Stanford will be a good indication about how they will do. I hope they win, but if they can stay close, then they are a team that could be reckoned with.” The Alabama Crimson Tide and USC Trojans will continue through their seasons, with Alabama hoping to win the Southeastern Conference Championship and USC hoping to win the Pac-12 Conference Championship. Alabama beat the Ole Miss Rebels 48-43 and USC fell to the Stanford Cardinal 27-10 Sept. 17.
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Future looks bright after several first place finishes in invitational BY JEFF KISSEL
ASST. SPORTS EDITOR The men’s and women’s cross country teams at California Baptist University finished first place Sept. 2 in the Lancer Invite. Dr. Ben Gall, head coach of the men’s and women’s cross country teams, is getting his runners ready for another season and has to improve both of his teams’ performances from last season. The men’s team finished in eighth place at the NCAA Division II West Regional Championships while the women’s team finished 26th place at the NCAA Division II championship. “I feel strong about this season,” Gall said. “I think we’re healthy and we came in from a good summer.” Gall said he feels content about the results of the team’s first meet as Leanda du Bruyn, junior graphic design major, finished the women’s race with a time of 14 minutes and
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Leanda du Bruyn, junior graphic design major, leads the pack at the Lancer Invite Sept. 2. Du Bruyn captured first place at the meet, finishing with a time of 14 minutes and 19 seconds, earning her a PacWest Runner of the Week honor. The cross country team took first place at the Biola Invitational Sept. 10 and will gear up to race in the Coyote Invitational Sept. 24. 19 seconds. “It was nice to see Leanda win,” Gall said. “It was her first race for us. Our whole team did not compete. We sat a couple of people out.”
Gall also said he hopes to defend conference titles for both the men’s and women’s teams. “Both teams won the PacWest championships in the last two years,” Gall said.
“We expect both teams to win the national championships this year.” Du Bruyn said she is very excited about the season to come. “I hope to make regionals,”
du Bruyn said. “I don’t know what’s going to happen, but I’m going to do my best.” Du Bruyn said she did not expect to win the women’s team’s first meet and that she is
looking to improve. “Everyone else is watching what I’m going to do,” du Bruyn said. “Everyone is more serious on me now. I’m looking on going to regionals.”
World Cup of Hockey returns after 16 years ment with her roommate, making the house buzz with anticipation. Christina Farrar, junior health science The 2016 World Cup of major, said she is very excitHockey is underway, and stu- ed for the USA vs. Canada dents at California Baptist Uni- matchup. versity are excited to see Team “Canada is supposed to USA compete in the third in- be the best in hockey so I stallment of the tournament. think it’ll be a great game,” The NHL-organized event Farrar said. began Sept. 17 and ends Oct. 1. Both fans are rooting for In contrast to previous World Team USA, which lost to EuCups, all contests in the 2016 rope 3-0, while Canada deWorld Cup will be held at the feated Czech Republic 6-0. same site at Air Canada Centre Team Canada was proin Toronto, Ontario. jected to win the cup, winThe World ning eight Cup of Hockey out of 11 votes was created in from NHL. 1996 in order to It’s a really cool com staff replace the Can- experience to see members. ada Cup, which Of the used to be the players from all around eight staffers biggest interna- the NHL to come that predict a tional hockey together on a team to team Canada tournament in victory was the world, be- represent for their home Bill Price, edginning in 1976. country.” itor-in-chief Since then, the of NHL. tournament has com, with Amy Bideshi, junior Team Russia expanded to seven teams: the biology major trailing as national teams runner up. of Canada, United States, Czech Sidney Crosby was named Republic, Finland, Russia and torunament MVP in Sweden. The “Big Six” were Price’s prediction and joined by Germany and Team others agree. Europe, uniting the rest of the As for Team USA, the European countries. team and fans alike will look The tournament occurred to powerhouses such as Pattwice on an irregular basis. USA rick Kane, a right winger for won the cup in 1996 and Canada the Chicago Blackhawks, to won it in 2004. This year’s cup capitalize on opportunities. is only the third edition of the John Tortorella, head tournament, after which the coach of Team USA and head tournament will, for the first coach of the Columbus Blue time ever, be held on a regular Jackets, said in a statement basis every four years. to NHL.com that Kane is This year’s World Cup is one of the team’s greatest also one of the most popular players. cups ever, with the event being Kane, alternate captain broadcast in 23 countries all of Team USA, knows much over the world. about the game at only 27 Hockey fans at CBU are an- years old. Tortorella said ticipating the cup. Kane’s leadership on Team “It’s a really cool experi- USA is crucial. Tortorelence to see players from all la also said he wants Kane around the NHL come togeth- to take more responsibility er on a team to represent for during tournament play. their home country,” said Amy Team USA was elimiBideshi, junior chemistry major nated from the tournament and diehard L.A. Kings fan. Sept. 20 after losing to Team Bideshi shares the excite- Canada 4-2.
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September 23, 2016 · Volume 64 · Issue 2
LANCER ON THE STREET What makes you most proud to be a Lancer?
Sally Thrapp Freshman Accounting major
Matthew Garcia Senior Exercise science major
Sarah Hom Sophomore Pre-nursing major
Kyle Rodriguez Senior Civil engineering major
Abigail Cate Freshman Pre-nursing major
“That we get to be a part of spreading God’s word and sharing his love with everyone.”
“The family feel I get on campus when I see my friends.”
“The food, because it’s legit and it’s pretty high-ranked.”
“I love the environment, campus, people, food and the list goes on and on.”
“How the campus is more like a home than a school.”
Reflect, share God’s love among others
BY BEKKA WIEDENMEYER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF My favorite chapter in the Bible is 1 John 4. John writes about the love of God and how Christians need to love not only one another, but people in general, because God is love. The idea that God is love is so beautiful. Even if you do not profess to have faith, or reject the existence of God, God still exists everywhere you live
and breathe because there are don’t want to be around them.” examples of love happening Sometimes, the answer every day. stays the same, but the actions Verse 12 says, “No one has don’t reflect the answer. How ever seen God; but if we love many times have we as Chrisone another, God lives in us tians claimed to love nonbeand his love is made complete lievers and yet at the same in us.” A.K.A. you can try your time separated the conversahardest, but he will still be tion into an “us” and “them” there. scenario? When asked if “God told you follow one of us to love them the greatest com- Where there is no even though mandments the they (insert sin love, there is no Lord ever gave, it is here) or — my easy to give the Bi- God, and no one is personal favorble school answer even convinced in ite — “I don’t and say, “Christ understand how the slightest to join they can live loves everyone. Of course I love ev- His Kingdom. their lives like eryone. There is that. Like, don’t no one I hate.” I have given they understand how amazing that answer many times in God is? I could never live like my life. them. They need Jesus.” But sometimes the answer In the name of attempted is changed to “I mean, yeah, I conversion, we as Christ follove them and if they were fall- lowers crucify our fellow sining off a cliff I would definitely ners — regardless of whether attempt to save them, but I just or not they have been saved —
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and don’t even bat an eyelash at the evident hypocrisy because at face value, it doesn’t really sound like judging. But through our feeble attempts at loving, which usually turn into backhanded mentions of their shortcomings, we often fail at the one thing Jesus wanted us to do the most, and we succeed at the thing he hated the most. We often set ourselves up as judge, juror and hypocrite, and there is no love. Where there is no love, there is no God, and no one is even convinced in the slightest to join his Kingdom. So next time you are tempted to utter the word “nonbeliever,” “non-Christian” or any variation of the word in any kind of light, be careful what you are about to say is actually said with the right intent. Judging isn’t the same as loving, after all.
Live in the moment, not the photo
BY RANDY PLAVAJKA ONLINE MANAGING EDITOR One of life’s biggest distractions today is more of a threat to our fun and happiness than we may even realize. It comes in many forms, it is designed to be as aesthetically pleasing as possible and it is not tangible. Social media can be more detrimental to living in the moment and experiencing the events that matter when the focus is on attention for oneself, instead of just leisure
consumption. Our social media pages revolve around perfecting our images and finely tuning everything from captions to the other people or pages we tag in our posts. Gaining the most followers and traction on any given medium such as Instagram, Snapchat or Twitter is almost a fullblown competition if you take a step back and really examine it. Likes, favorites, retweets, reblogs and so on are nice and all, but the unwavering search for as many as possible is not even worth the time. Living in the present is something taken for granted nowadays and thanks to social media, it is even harder to do now for some people. The one thing MySpace got right, out of the many things we would now consider wrong (such as the black and white photos with only one bright color highlighted), was at least it was a place to express oneself
instead of conforming to what the “trendy” people are doing. Sharing music, perfecting your “Top 8” friends and customizing your page after combing through hundreds of colors and themes was fun. It was a place we could all go on online to hang out with our friends without constant adult supervision and do our own thing. Nowadays, some of us want to look like the perfect adult and in reality, that is just not the case when compared to how our lifestyle actually looks. Even on applications such as Snapchat, which places emphasis on sharing stories as a way of broadcasting to your friends en masse, seems to be more similar to an orchestral performance than a livestream. Above it all, though, is the self-marketing on Instagram. Unless you are paid a ridiculous amount of money by an advertiser to communicate with your ridiculous number of followers, then there is no need to be dis-
satisfied with what you choose to share. Fifty likes are not enough, 100 likes are decent and 200 likes could be considered satisfactory by today’s social media standards. This all should not matter as much as it does. Sharing your life on social media is only as stressful as you make it on yourself, so there really is not much of a point in trying to satisfy your need for attention with likes. A cool photograph at a concert has to go through three different editing applications and be approved by a board of directors via group message before it reaches Instagram at the optimal posting time of 7:02 p.m. It should not be that hard to just share life as it is. Less is more whether you realize it or not, so have fun going on adventures and enjoying young adulthood instead of obsessing over the distracting aspects of social media.
Educate yourself on political matters focused on whether or not the Democratic Party will regain control of the Senate with the 34 new openings, and that to me deserves more attention than Donald Trump’s hair faux pas. Realistically speaking, third parties are there for people who do not identify with the majority, and they do have an effect on the presidential outcome despite never winning themselves. As someone who spends a lot of her time weighing the BY CHLOÉ TOKAR pros and cons of situations, I try MANAGING EDITOR hard to maintain a fair perspective, especially when it comes to I had a conversation with political matters. I have known a friend the other night about Republicans who voted Demothe upcoming seasons of “Sat- crat and vice versa. It may not urday Night Live” and “South have been their absolute ideal Park,” and what the satirical situation, but they stopped to TV shows will be portraying analyze more than what scanwhen it comes to the heated dals the news is capitalizing election between presiden- on and focused on the canditial candidates Donald Trump date’s history, experience and and Hillary Clinton. platform, judging them more It occurred to me then, by their merits and less by their that is what this political race media stunts. has come down to: fodder for Spouting hate promotes comedians and more hate, and in unoriginal memes a country where We as a nation on social media. the citizens Many people should start are so proud to in my age democall themselves being a bit more American, it is graphic group have openly tout- optimistic about disheartening ed they will not who our country’s to see them turn be voting this uptheir backs on leaders will be. coming NovemAmerican pride ber, scoffing at the because they feel primary candidates for not running off to Canada would being one of their preferred be a much better option than choices. to pull it together and be reaThis ignorance is not what sonable about our prospective Americans fought for, partic- leader. ularly women, and it is a sad We as a nation should start and unfortunate thing that being a bit more optimistic rather than be actively in- about who our country’s leadvolved in learning more about ers will be. At the end of the day, where their votes are going, these people are there for a reapeople would easily prefer to son, even if it is a reason I may turn their noses up because not agree with either. they did not get what they Political views aside, mainwanted. taining a positive outlook enBetween future Supreme courages diving into the politCourt justice seat openings ical system and being aware of and the 469 congressional what is going on beyond what seats awaiting a vote, there biased sources may be allowing, is more to this election than and brings back the patriotism just the president. Plenty of for which we as a country are news reports I’ve seen have exceptionally known.
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Becoming globally aware prevents ignorance BY GIOVANNA BERROCAL ASST. DESIGN EDITOR Being globally minded is not for one religion of people. It isn’t a trait only California Baptist University students acquire. It isn’t going on a mission trip and returning the same. It is a learned quality that raises awareness on the happenings around the world around us. It connects us as human beings. Whether stories
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break your heart or inspire you the new iPhone 7. There is to do something about news people a particular problem, need to hear, being aware that there It is a learned like the fact is a world that exists quality that raises 470,000 peooutside of Southern ple have died California is indeed awareness on the in the Syricrucial. happenings around an civil war There is “news” the world around that began in people want to hear 2011, or that about, like how many us. a region in likes Kim Kardashian Spain called receives on Instagram per year Catalonia wants to break off and what features come with from the rest of the country
and become independent. There is a peace agreement in Colombia being proposed to end one of the world’s longest armed conflicts, and there are now commercial flights offered between the United States and Cuba. History is literally in the making as we speak, and most students are not doing much to change the “ignorance trend” that infiltrates colleges and universities.
Do not be ignorant. Learn about the world that is around you, read the international section of a newspaper, talk to the international students on campus. Subscribe to a (credible) news source — it’s not rocket science. We might be thousands upon thousands of miles away from hundreds of countries, but it certainly does not mean they should be pushed to the side and never thought about.
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September 23, 2016 · Volume 64 · Issue 2
It is never too late to get involved College students:
BY DARLENE MERCADO OPINION EDITOR
Whether you are an introvert or an extrovert, we can almost all agree we want to have friends. It’s simple: As humans, we are wired to crave connections and social interaction with others. We simply are not
meant to go through life alone. There are freshmen who are entering their college careers with an eagerness to make hundreds of friends and become involved with everything on campus. Conversely, there are others who are feeling slightly overwhelmed with the tough adjustment from high school to a college of thousands and would rather crawl in a hole. I was the latter. I made a mistake I’ve seen many freshmen make. Let me say first: Do not sit around and expect others to come to you. Don’t expect to have friends without ever leaving your room. As an eager freshman, I came to college with some built-in friends along with nine other “Cottage sisters,” as a resident in The Cottages. Since I
Value your efforts during internships
BY KAITLYNN LABIT BUS. & TECH EDITOR
Making copies, running the boss’s errands and picking up coffee for the entire office typically describes internships in movies and real life, but students should get what they deserve, even if it’s not a paycheck. Taking an unpaid internship should never result in belittling your talents, your charisma or your capabilities. Volunteering for a company and having the willingness to learn and work without pay should only speak volumes of who you are, where you are heading and in favor, give you experience that will add to your value. After reconnecting with a friend after summer break, one of my first “catching up” questions was how her summer internship went. I expected to see excitement on her face and hear stories about what she got to do, but instead, she told me about bosses who took advantage of her time and had zero respect for her position as an intern. What was supposed to be a summer of building her résumé turned into trying to kill
her five-hour long shifts by spinning around in her office chair, leaving the office to take care of other people’s responsibilities and wishing she was given actual work. Although you may not be receiving a paycheck every two weeks, it does not make you without value. Interns are as much an asset as a staff member, and they should be treated as such. The purpose of an internship is to teach and equip you with experience that will further your future. If the internship you are in is not giving you projects, including you in meetings or providing you the opportunity to grow or work with the company or in the field you are majoring in, then leave because your time is too valuable. The clock is ticking on your college career, and future employers want to see experience. Working hard in every area of your life is what will make you stand out among the other applicants and the internship you are in should take the responsibility of equipping you seriously. While looking for an internship consider the company and ask yourself what you want out of it and see if they are capable of giving it to you. Research the internship program and see if it is worth your time. Your time is valuable. Do not let the title of “intern” turn into a word defined by chores, coffee or a complete waste of your time.
had some solid friends already, I didn’t need to seek out others by attending events. I felt comfortable and I liked it that way. Sophomore year I moved into my new apartment, but this time only three of us lived together. I started to realize this year would not be the same. I knew some of my friends in The Cottages were still around, but nightly group dinners would no longer happen and I could no longer run into their rooms next door. I spent that year upset and alone. Something needed to change. As harsh as it sounds, I realized people were not going to start coming up to me and begging me to become involved. I needed to put myself out there and make the effort. Ultimately, we need to look out for our-
selves because relying on others will only bring disappointment. I reflected on my life and knew I needed to dig myself out of the hole I created. I finally made an effort to reach out to others and became involved with numerous groups and events on campus, and I was truly so much happier. The extrovert within me began to thrive. So take it from me, freshmen: Get involved in anything and everything because that is how you are going to meet the most incredible people you wouldn’t have met otherwise. Upperclassmen: It is never too late to get out of your comfort zone. I was able to do it and so can you.
Experience, form your own opinion of Mexico
BY IONA BRANNON NEWS EDITOR
Mexico: the oft-overlooked neighbor country of the United States draws mixed feelings from my peers. We crave adventures and travel abroad, yet hardly look twice at the country that lies just beyond our fingertips. Mexico always gets a bad rap in America, usually brought up in relation to immigration, narcotics or spring break plans. This overall general attitude can be a vicious monster, growing from malicious rumors and political news briefs. The country itself, its culture is fairly unfamiliar. I moved to Southern California for college, and that is when I started hearing the horror stories of Mexico. I heard about drugs, cartels and kidnappings. I heard about the terrible corruption of the government and how locals scam foreigners. I heard about people going to Mexico and never coming back. Those were the stories I heard about Mexico, and they were the reason I never visited Mexico even though I
lived four hours away from the border. It’s unfortunate the way it happens, the way we let others override our opinions instead of letting our own personal experiences dictate otherwise. We believe the rumors and spread the stigma, but I think it’s time to stop. I think it’s time to stop because I went to Mexico and things changed. I traveled with friends, and not only did we survive, but we enjoyed our time there so much we went back again. Instead of hearing the stories of others, we made our own. We lived out stories about the honest Mexicans who pointed us in the right direction when we were lost. We lived out stories about these people who were open and generous. We caught a glimpse of their complex heritage. We tasted the food and coasted along the beautiful cliffside of a country we had previously left unexplored. In Mexico, we unearthed a rich culture hidden under the dust of modern-day politics. Sure, there are dangerous things about Mexico. Doesn’t that come with any country, though? Mexico is a gem right under our nose, a diamond in the rough. Do not make the same mistake I made and let other people define what Mexico is for you. Define it yourself. Go, and decide it yourself.
Quit the job that mistreats you
BY HANNAH TAMIMI SPORTS EDITOR Having a job comes with its upsides and downsides. A job is great because you are finally earning an income, but when the pay is below average and your boss is less than ideal, is it worth it? The type of job to which I am referring is not the career-launching type of job. The
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job to which I am referring is Having a job is important, the one you have right out of yes, but what is even more imhigh school, or the part-time job portant is respect in the workyou have during college. Your place. When it comes down to it, boss is terrible, the manage- choosing to stay or leave where ment is unorganized and you’re you are not treated right is your so underpaid you question if it’s own choice. Respect matters in worth it. every part of life. It isn’t. Respect others, I loved many respect your authings about my Respect others, thorities and repost-high school spect yourself by respect your job, I made great knowing when friends and made authorities and it is time to walk great memories, but respect yourself by away. respect was always it is knowing when it is OKWhile missing. After high for manageschool graduation, I time to walk away. ment to have a interviewed and was firm hand with offered the job immediately. I its employees, it is not OK when was 17, in dire need of cash and management becomes disrehad the opportunity to work spectful, arrogant and rude. with my best friends. Naturally, It puts you, the employee, in I accepted. As I grew older, the a pickle, because as the emjob stayed the same and man- ployee it probably is not wise agement’s tendencies were re- to treat your employer the way alized. they treat you. So what can you
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do? Leave. There are plenty of other part-time jobs the world has to offer, meaning leaving the horrible job you are at is not the end of the world. Hopefully, knowing there are other opportunities out there will provide peace of mind. People deserve respect, and while the world is not always a nice place, a workplace could be and should be. Do not be afraid to walk away from a place where you are not treated well. Benefits of leaving a job that mistreats you include but are not limited to: happiness, excess joy, a stressfree environment and great experiences at your workplace. If your bad job is leaving you feeling sad and stressed out, walk away and find a new place. You’ll be happier in the long run.
Don’t waste earnings day, they will just be gone or broken and you will be stressed out over the fact you spent hundreds of dollars and now you have to get new ones. There are just so many other things you can spend your money on that do not consist of you completely blowing it on something that will not last you more than a couple of months. For example, I have found it is more rewarding to save up my money and wait until there is something I absolutely need BY JOHN VICTORY LIFESTYLE EDITOR and will benefit me more in the years to come. Just about everybody gets I also think it is nice to spend excited when the next big thing money on other people who achits stores, and of course want tually need it more than I do. their hands on it just to say they This way it is being put to good have it, but the expense is not use and at least they will be able always worth it. to have one more thing than It is easy to hand over cash they had before. or swipe your card and fail to Also, let’s be honest, most of realize what you us in college are are buying is not broke college stuworth it. In the dents who should Every cent in long run, it is just not be spendgoing to get worn college counts, ing our money out or broken. and the last thing on just anything. As someone Every cent in colthat should be who constantly lege counts, and spends his money on our minds is the last thing that on material things, buying a new should be on our I totally underis buying a $1,000 computer minds stand why it feels new $1,000 comor camera. so good. puter or camera. There is some Even if you do sort of rush that makes you end up spending your life savforget what you are doing, but ings on something crazy expenhaving bought material things, sive, give it 24 hours to see if the I know they have lasted me for guilt starts to kick in and then only a limited amount of time return it. and there was no real value To remind yourself materito them. al things are never worth your Whether it is a Michael Kors money and time, just take a look watch or a pair of $300 Oakley at what you have in your bank sunglasses, the material things account. Take into considerare not worth your money. ation if what you want to purLet’s be real here: The watch chase is really what you want and the sunglasses will look or need. There will always be nice for a few months or maybe something new and better that even a few years, and then one will come along.
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Do not let your age define your abilities
BY HANNAH PRESTON A&E EDITOR
“Happy 18th birthday, you are now able to buy lottery tickets and serve in the armed forces, but be home by 11 p.m.” This is something many young adults have probably had to deal with. Once you blow out those 18 candles, things you were not able to do just merely one year ago, you are suddenly able to do. Unfortunately for some, though, this does not mean you are granted full independence. Being 18 definitely has its perks, but most of the time it is a young adults hover over the line of “You are responsible enough” and “You are not old enough.” This is especially hard in college because you are mainly living on your own, but if you are like me, parents are still heavily involved for financial needs. This becomes extremely frustrating because although you are legally an adult, most of the time you feel as though you are not treated as one. Not only do parents fail to acknowledge you should make your own decisions, but sometimes peers can see you as inferior. Give yourself credit. You got accepted into college, are jug-
gling an academic and social life, and some of you may have a part-time job. You also probably had to deal with breakups or deaths in the family, and that is no easy task. The events you have lived through have played a key role in your growth into adulthood. Yes, you have an average of 60 years left of living, and much has to be learned, but never think you should be taken any less seriously than someone older. Being young is not a bad thing at all. You have so much potential, and even the chance to be a few steps ahead of people older than you. Age is really just a number. It does not define you, and it is a wonderful feeling to look back at what you have achieved in your 18 years and realize you have so much more yet to accomplish. It is the biggest compliment to me when those who are older point out they have no idea how old I am. It proves I am ahead of my years, and the potential I have cannot be measured. When most people enter college at the age of 18, some can relate to the struggles of beginning their college careers at a younger age. Even if it is just by one year, attempting to be taken seriously when you are the youngest in the room is a daunting task. It is time to not be seen merely by our age, but also by our knowledge and the way we conduct ourselves. If we don’t act the way society has deemed how 18-yearolds should act, they will not treat us as though we are incapable. Walk in the room with the confidence of a 25-year-old, and they just might think you are one.
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LANCER LIFE Crossword Puzzle: Riverside Activities Illustration by Sarah Dane
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3. Annual Festival of Lights 9. Planes, planes, planes, established in 1979 12. Perfect location for antiquing and coffee
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1. Good for late-night double features, and you don’t even have to leave your car 2. Queen Anne Victorian-style home
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4. The heart of Riverside performing arts 5. Shopping, puppies, glow-in-the-dark mini golf 6. Waffle Wednesdays (and sometimes coffee) 7. Home to Lake Evans 8. Puts the “arts” in the “City of Arts & Innovation” 10. “Season passes, only $9.99 online!” 11. Hike up to the cross and enjoy the city lights