Volume 66 | Issue 12 | April 12, 2019
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Community Life opens its doors for another year of performances.
Catalina Island —
Take a break from finals with a mini-day-cation at low cost and inconvenience.
Stress Relief Week —
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ASCBU offers puppies, massages and a carnival experience before finals week.
Itzel Levya, senior psychology major, performs a stunt during the California Baptist University’s Division I debut of men’s basketball game. Reagan Lee | Banner
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visits campus, speaks at forum BY SOFIA ENEQVIST & MISTY SEVERI
ASST. NEWS EDITOR & NEWS EDITOR Dr. Robin Renee Sanders, former U.S. ambassador to the Republic of Congo (20022005) and Nigeria (20072010), visited California Baptist University March 25, to talk with students, staff and faculty about her life and mission helping those in need. Sanders has a degree in communications and is a political analyst by skill craft. She worked overseas for the Foreign Services for more than 20 years. Sanders said her whole experience as an ambassador has been humbling. “I have seen people at their most desperate, so I don't get daily drama about mundane things. With normal drama, people aren’t starving or running from bullets or worrying about whether their child will survive,” Sanders said. During her time in the foreign services Sanders was a
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Cheer takes home national title for DI BY NINASOPHIA STOWE
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California Baptist University’s competition cheer team brought home the National Cheer Association title April 5, taking first place for the seventh year in a row. Despite the continued legacy of wins, this win held more weight as it makes the first win while competing as Division I athletes. Tami Fleming, head cheer coach, said winning is great, but it is not why she coaches. “Winning never gets old. I love to win, but that’s not why I coach,” Fleming said. “We tell all the athletes, whether we win or lose, whether we’re injured or healthy, despite our highs and lows, we are still a family at the end of the day. "The trophies and the banners on the wall don’t define who we are; it’s just a cherry on top for the program.” For Morgan Willis, senior health science major and base, winning the DI national title in her last season held a lot of weight. “I wanted to further my cheer career for my hometown. I wanted to make them
proud,” Willis said. When asked to describe the emotions that came with her last win and season, Willis struggled to find the words. “I don’t have the words to explain. Just the adrenaline-I was crying. It was an incredible feeling. I was speechless,” Willis said. “It was bittersweet to end a 14-year cheer career, but I’m comfortable, content.” Taylor Contratto, senior kinesiology major and flyer, is a four-year recipient of the “All-American” title. In her 10 years of cheer, her experience at CBU has differed greatly from other programs. “It’s a world of a difference. The program here is centered around God, everything is tightly scheduled, and it’s family–oriented. We are with each other every single day,” Contratto said. “We all have the same goal here-we are all focused on hitting the routine.” Contratto said the core principles in the program is “being a selfless teammate and putting others before yourself.” Kaitlyn Statham, senior public relations major and flyer, explained the feeling that comes with stepping onto the mat for the final performance.
“Physically, we all know we can walk out and hit our routine, but it’s the mental part, trying to control your emotions in the high-intensity situation. That’s the most intimidating part,” Statham said. “It’s about controlling yourself in that moment and staying composed even when the pressure is on.” Statham explained how the team is family-oriented. “This is probably one of the closest teams I’ve ever been on. Just knowing that you have dozens of sisters who would go to bat for you any day was the best part. It was definitely more sentimental to walk off that stage one last time,” Statham said. Fleming said, “We are very much a sport and that’s one of the misconceptions about cheer, but the bottom line is they are incredible hard-working athletes. We are more than just a sport; we have the family aspect and the journey, and our program has a different story because of that.” The CBU cheer program is officially closed for the season but will start again in July with cheer camp, which includes NCA, the National Dance Association and the United Spirit Association.
Reagaan Lee | Banner The cheer squad lifts flyer Gabby Bocage, sophomore health science major, as they perform during their home debut as a Division I team.
Public Safety Services responds to speed bump concerns Accidents on campus create concern, led to speed bumps BY SIENNA DARULA MANAGING EDITOR
Since spring break ended, the most-discussed issue on California Baptist University’s campus is the newly installed speed bumps. Students said they are concerned about inconvenience and damage to their vehicles, which has caused many to drive around speed bumps or through the Yeager
Parking Lot to avoid them. There are at least 55 speed bumps located on campus, said Leon Phillips, director of Safety Services. They have been placed near cross walks, stop signs and areas with heavy traffic. The goal of the speed bumps, however, is not to inconvenience students, but to keep them safe. Phillips said there have been numerous near and actual incidents of collisions involving cars, skateboarders and pedestrians. The speed bumps were placed as a result of campus officials’ observations of students and pedestrians being distracted near roadways and crossings. The decision was a collaboration between Safety Services, Facilities and
Planning, the office of the Vice President of Student Services and the office of the President. Many students said they are frustrated by the new impediments and are finding ways to avoid them as much as possible. “If some drivers drove a bit more responsibly, there would be no need. Many skateboarders and pedestrians are on their phone and they aren’t paying any attention at all when they’re coming up on the roads,” Phillips said. “We understand that they’re annoying and they’re obnoxious, but we had to take some steps to get students to slow down.” Phillips said the cost of students’ safety is more
important to the university than the cost of the speed bumps. In response to those saying the university could have spent the money on other worthy causes, Phillips said the money came from the Disaster Preparedness Fund, which is reserved for matters of public safety and could not be used for other projects. “Nothing else missed its funding or lost an opportunity because this fund is just for this kind of thing,” Phillips said. Students such as Kyle Brancato, junior business administration major, have expressed concerns about damage to their vehicles. Brancato said the front bumper of his car was scraped by speed
bumps despite him driving with caution, and he said he is also concerned about his car’s suspension. Because the current damage occurred in such a short period of time, Brancato said he worries about the long-term effects. “I take (the speed bumps) extremely slow at an angle and it doesn’t help me increase the safety of the pedestrians. If anything it just causes more traffic and damage to my vehicle. I don’t see how it’s healthy,” Brancato said. Brancato suggested putting in different bumps. He said the implemented speed bumps are one of the most extreme approaches he has seen. Many students, including
Brancato, wonder if the university is willing to pay for serious car damage resulting from the new speed bumps. Austin Lentz, sophomore accounting major, said he initially thought it was funny how students responded to the speed bumps. “It just shifts the risk,” Lentz said. “Instead of risk being in straightaways, it’s now in parking lots and is just wearing down everyone’s suspension.” Though the speed bumps may be an inconvenience, they were installed with good intentions to keep those on campus safe. It is important to drive safely to ensure nobody gets hurt because of distractions.
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Prospective students experience CBU BY JANE ROBERTUS ASST. NEWS EDITOR
Prospective California Baptist University students had the opportunity to get a taste of CBU’s environment and community April 9 at the annual Lancer Day. Lancer Day is an event designed and targeted specifically at students who have been accepted for the Fall 2019 semester. At the event, students are provided the chance to do activities such as speak with admissions and financial aid counselors, participate in group activities and visit potential living areas. Taylor Shelberg, manager of Undergraduate Admissions Events, discussed the history and significance of this event. Shelberg said this event originally started as “Lancer Night” but over the years as the university grew and changed so did this event, turning it into a day of activities instead of just one night. “Since the university is experiencing such growth, Lancer Day allows us to increase the volume of visitors while also allowing them to customize it into what they want out of the experience,” Shelberg said. By attending Lancer Day, future CBU students have the chance to get a taste of what attending college will be like and see how to get the most out of their time at CBU.
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Prospective students walk the red carpet to sign their name after committing to attend California Baptist University. Kelly Washburn, current high school senior, has yet to declare a major but is planning on attending CBU in fall 2019. Washburn described her motivation for attending Lancer Day, as well as CBU. “I decided to go to Lancer Day because my parents really encouraged it and I thought it’d be good to see the campus outside of visiting my sister, who is a sophomore at CBU,” Washburn said. “Also, it would be nice to meet other incoming freshmen and just get an overall feel of the CBU campus.” Future students also em-
phasized particular factors that stood out to them about the university and made them choose to attend CBU. Shelberg also said the event plays an important role in the life of a potential Lancer and it can aid in the transition into the university in the coming fall semester. “Deciding which school you want to call home for the next four years is a big deal,” Shelberg said. “We recognize this and do our best to offer an environment that accurately portrays who we are as a university. Our hope is that the event
impacts them enough that they feel they can make an informed decision about where to go to college.” Lancer Day provides a perfect opportunity for prospective students to get to see the campus and find out what a day in the life of a student at CBU might be like to help them reach their final desicion. However, students who were unable to attend Lancer Day will still have similar opportunities closer to the start of the upcoming school year through freshmen orientation events and Welcome Weekend.
Students celebrate Earth Day 2019 BY VALERIE OGORODNIKOV
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Earth Day started out as an American movement but is now an international event. California Baptist University holds events to promote being environmentally friendly with various activities such as Arbor Day and city clean up days throughout the year. Sen. Gaylord Nelson (DMD) in 1963 told Congress that politicians need to take charge of raising environmental awareness. After one of the largest oil spills in the United States occurred in 1969, Nelson said he knew it was his duty to push an environmentally friendly agenda much harder. Therefore, he won over political parties to initiate change. April 22 was proclaimed the first Earth Day in 1970 to promote the importance of keeping the earth clean and healthy. Dr. Bonjun Koo, professor of environmental science at CBU, said environmental education and awareness is important for future generations. “Never underestimate or ignore the power of education. All of these activities I am organizing such as Arbor Day are actually to educate students, our future,” Koo said. “If they keep how important it is in their Christian mind, our next generation will do better to
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Carissa Rivette, sophomore undeclared major, Joseph Kim, sophomore biology pre-med major, Katelynn Murphy, junior environmental science major, and Caleb Lee, sophomore business marketing major all take part in Arbor Day 2019. take care of Earth.” With an increase in awareness, the Environmental Care Agency was created along with the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Protection Act. Since 2014, CBU has been certified by the Arbor Day Foundation, in addition to a handful of other universities in Southern California, to annually plant trees March 30. Madison Santiago, freshman environmental science major, said she is a strong sup-
porter of Earth Day. “I have seen first-hand the importance and impact (Earth Day has had) on previously non-environmentally conscious people,” Santiago said. “Often, we don’t think about how our small decisions have a large impact on the natural world but on this day it wakes people up to issues they may have overlooked previously.” Antonio Diaz-Vega, sophomore environmental science major, said he makes sure he does what he can to be envi-
ronmentally friendly and urges other students as well. “I recycle, clean up after myself, make sure I take shorter showers,” Thomas said. “My favorite thing about Earth Day is that it instills good healthy habits for both the people and the world.” Students wanting to participate in an Earth Day celebration may attend the Earth Day Grove Clean Up in California Citrus State Historic Park April 21, from 8-10 a.m. in Riverside, Calif.
California Baptist University SPRING 2019 GRADUATION April 30 9:30 a.m. – College of Engineering College of Health Science School of Education 2 p.m. – College of Behavioral and Social Sciences School of Christian Ministries School of Music
May 1 9:30 a.m. – College of Architecture, Visual Arts and Design College of Arts and Sciences College of Nursing 2 p.m. – School of Business Online and Professional Studies Korah Robinson | Banner
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Lucas Mitose (center), junior healthcare administration major, and Jonah Mackin (right), graduate assistant for Spiritual Life, pack Children’s Hunger Fund boxes full of non-perishable food iteams, with the help of Shiloh Fox (left), junior art therapy major and Compassions intern with Spiritual Life.
Campus fundraiser feeds families BY MISTY SEVERI NEWS EDITOR
Students filled Stamps Courtyard April 2 at California Baptist University to help pack boxes for the Children’s Hunger Fund for the third year in a row. Similar to Operation Christmas Child events, students came together to pack boxes for families in need. This time, however, the boxes were full of nonperishable food items. The Children’s Hunger Fund is an organization that partners with churches across the United States and provides food for low-income families. Churches that partnered with the Children’s
Hunger Fund received the pre-packaged food, and then go into low-income communities, knocking on doors and delivering the boxes in-person to build a more personal relationship with receivers of the food. Julie Dobbins, director of Compassion and Women’s Ministries for Spiritual Life, said she enjoys the service model and the personal role the church gets to play in the lives of the community. “We love the vision and mission of the organization because they desire to create opportunities to help meet the needs of a community in a way that can strategically advance the gospel,” Dobbins said. Dobbins said the purpose
of the event, which is hosted by Spiritual Life, is to encourage students to interact more directly with local churches and the community. Shiloh Fox, junior art therapy major and Compassion intern for Spiritual Life, said she hopes participating in the Children’s Hunger Fund event will strengthen relationships between students and local churches. “I like being able to be involved in the Christian community and local churches,” Fox said. “The best part of this event is getting to partner with the churches and a whole network of believers, and I love being a part of that.” Students such as John Coleman, junior Christian
studies major, showed up to prepare the boxes because they or friends of theirs received the boxes as children. “I used to receive these boxes myself, so I came here because I wanted to help families in need. It’s a situation I’m familiar with,” Coleman said. Coleman also emphasized God’s desire for his people to help those in need. “If you’re a Christian, then God is calling you to help others in need, and we need to do so wholeheartedly while glorifying God in the process,” Coleman said. Students looking to serve over the summer can look at the Spiritual Life page on the campus website for other ways to serve.
Local Easter Church Services Sandals Church – Hunter Park Easter: 8:15 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. The Grove Community Church Good Friday: 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Easter: 7 a.m. (outside), 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. Magnolia Baptist Church Good Friday 6:30 p.m. Easter: 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Harvest Christian Fellowship – Main Campus Easter: 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.
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ASCBU hosts annual Stress Relief Week BY SOFIA ENEQVIST ASST. NEWS EDITOR
California Baptist University’s annual Stress Relief Week will be held April 15-18 by the Associated Students of CBU. Students can look forward to playing with puppies, receiving massages and entering a carnival experience complete with funnel cake, interactive rides, and acai bowls from JuJuBar or street tacos made to order. Every day of the week includes different activities and treats. The week is devoted to providing undergraduate students of CBU with a break from the stress of everyday student life and studying for final exams. This year’s activities will take place on the Front Lawn from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ASCBU encourages students to participate and experience all the events happening. Additionally, the first 15 students who arrive will receive a custom shirt each day.
Angela Crites, ASCBU vice president, said in addition to Stress Relief Week, ASCBU offers services that students can enjoy at no additional cost every day through their office. “Students can come by anytime (to the office) to enjoy free printing, free poster prints and freebies,” Crites said. “Currently, we have reusable straws and Office kits that include mini-staplers, scissors, highlighters and other school supplies that students use daily.” Shevan Breaux, marriage and family therapist and professional clinical counselor trainee, said stress is the body’s way of reacting to specific life events that she called stressors. Negative stressors are referred to as distress, whereas positive stressors are referred to as eustress. “College students have no shortage of stressors on a regular basis. Though there may not be one main cause, change is a common theme,” Breaux said. “For example, students
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College students have no shortage of stressors on a regular basis. Shevan Breaux, CBU marriage and family therapist
may feel a level of distress or eustress adjusting to the change in pace from high school to college or preparing for graduation.” Breaux gave other examples of stressors including pressure at school, such as having to work harder to get the same results they did in high school. “College students are continually under pressure while being required to perform well and prepare for the future,” Breaux said. Breaux emphasized the importance of self-care when handling stress, recommending activities, such as working out, getting outdoors, hanging out with friends, journaling, reading or taking a drive to
help reduce stress. “The important thing is that it should be something one enjoys doing. These activities won’t make stressors go away but will help make them more manageable,” Breaux said. Rio Guzman, junior sociology major, said she enjoyed Stress Relief Week last year and is looking forward to another year of activities. “This year, I hope to be able to go each day and meet up with a different friend so we can check in on each other during the high-stress season,” Guzman said. “Also, I’m hoping for more puppies.” To help manage stress, CBU offers counseling services for students in both individual and group settings. Group settings can be helpful because students can meet with other individuals, share their stories and learn various coping strategies. For more information on what CBU offers to cope with stress, students can visit CBU’s Wellness Center on Monroe Street.
The first of the funds for the new border wall that will stretch along the United States–Mexico border has been released by the Pentagon. According to a press release, the Pentagon released $1 billion for the border wall March 25, the first portion of President Donald J. Trump’s $8 billion plan, $6.1 billion of which will be authorized by the Pentagon. This news follows Trump’s controversial national emergency declaration. Furthermore, the Pentagon sent Congress a list of projects from which funding for the wall could be pulled. In other recent border news, Trump visited Calexico along the California-Mexico border April 5 to look at part of the new border wall, which replaced the pre-existing wall. Despite a new plaque that says the wall is the first part of Trump’s new border wall, the request for the new wall was made in 2009 under President Barack Obama’s administration. However, the plaque says the work on the wall began last year and was completed in October under Trump’s administration. Trump remained in California April 5 for a fundraiser in Beverly Hills that evening before flying back to Washington, D.C.
Ambassador Continued from Page 1 political chief, ran the office of public diplomacy and press for all of Africa, served twice on the National Security Council at the White House as director for Africa, was a member of Congress for two years and served as the deputy commandant at the National Defense University. Sanders visited CBU as a part of the Woodrow Wilson Fellows Program, which seeks to educate America’s next generation of leaders. Sanders said the program is her way of giving back to the community and encouraging students. She said she wants to encourage students to think globally and act locally. She spoke to the group about the role of an embassy in overseas countries and the relationship with the United States. She emphasized the importance of embassies because they create diplomatic relations and act as the first line of defense for America. Sanders said she never expected this success. “I did not get into this by design,” Sanders said. “It was when I was in grad school I got into foreign affairs. There were a lot of students in my class from Africa who were grandchildren of the African leaders and they were very aware of the world. I was an Army brat, so I had an open-minded childhood, too. I was really fascinated by the political change and I decided to get a master’s in international relations.” After leaving the diplomatic core, Sanders founded the FEEEDS Advocacy Initiative in 2015. FEEEDS stands for Food Security, Education, E n v i r o n m e n t - E n e r g y, Economics, DemocracyDevelopment and Self-help.
The organization is dedicated to aid development between countries by resolving challenges in their communities. Sanders also runs a business that focuses on connecting American business with African companies that want to work with the United States or buy American goods and services. Jose Mejia, senior communication studies major, said getting to hear a perspective from someone students aspire to be one day is one of his favorite opportunities at CBU.
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A global perspective is important in today’s changing world. Garrett English, director of academic engagment
“I didn’t really know a lot about being an ambassador or her jobs, so I came to find out more about that and got a lot of good information,” Mejia said. “I love that she was so straightforward about everything and the way she talked about her experiences and her position was really inspiring.” Garrett English, director of Academic Engagement for the office of Academic Affairs said the ambassador’s visit reinforced CBU’s belief that being globally aware is vitally important. “I would like students to understand that there are a lot of opportunities out there for service, both domestically and internationally,” English said. “Regardless of what career path a student chooses, a global perspective is important in today’s changing world.” Students interested in joining the foreign service field must first pass the Foreign Service Officer Test.
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1. Nicholas Harold, junior business administration major, “Lances Up” at the conclusion of the Festival of Color after being covered in powder. 2. Sahil Sharma, junior civil engineering major, is slapped with colored powder by his friend. 3. Dhrumil Chavda, master of electrical and computer engineering student, Urmiben Modi, master’s of business administration student, Bhushan Patel, master’s of software engineering student, and Banshi Doshi, master’s of
software engineering student, perform a traditional routine. 4. Deepansh Lal, sophomore film major, dances in the final performance of the Festival of Color before the colored powder is tossed in the air. 5. Leslie Shelton (left to right), director of International Student Services, Banshi Doshi, master’s of software engineering student, Megan Sands, junior psychology major, and Curtis Grossheim, senior biology major, perform an opening dance routine to welcome Lancers to the Festival of Color. Austin Romito | Banner
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Students explore, appreciate Catalina Island BY ALYSE MESSMER
ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR The famous Catalina Island is only a boat ride away and offers ravishing landscapes, fun activities and great shops making it perfect for a “daycation” off campus. The green covered island is lined with sandy beaches and house-covered hills making it resemble beautiful Italian coasts. As this small island is surrounded by beautiful blue water it attracts tourists, adventurers and ocean-lovers alike. The Catalina Express sails from the port of Long Beach and takes riders on an hourlong boat ride directly to the heart of Avalon, the main city on Catalina Island.
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Off the boat launch, there is a 0.7 mile long red brick path leading around the edge of the island to the well-known Catalina Casino & Avalon Theater. Along this main path are various restaurants, shops, beaches and piers that make Catalina a popular destination. The main stretch of shops
offers restaurants such as Luau Larry’s Bar and Grill, Lloyd’s of Avalon Confectionary and Pete’s Cafe, which serves everything from calamari and chips to street tacos and milkshakes. Scoop’s Ice Cream, a combination of a creamery and Starbucks, is an island favorite, serving crepes, french brioche ice cream sandwiches and espresso drinks. Danae Erber, sophomore international studies and history double major, said she would recommend making an ice cream stop during a visit. “Catalina has some of the best ice cream, and you can always judge a place by how good their ice cream is. 10/10 would recommend if you’re ever on the island,” Erber said. Though Catalina holds many popular treats, there is more to the island than just the famous food. One way to get around the island is renting a golf cart, which most locals own instead of cars, and touring the island independently. Cruising around the island’s path will lead to countless stands with activities available on the island for visitors. For the adventure-seeker, ziplining above the trees, climbing a rock wall or working through a rope course is available at Descanso Beach Club. Reed Woodyard, director of Descanso Canyon Activities, said the main mission of its activities is to provide great experiences for people visiting the island.
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Catalina Island offers a wide variety of activities and views for tourists to experience, including mini-golf games at Golf Gardens in Avalon. “Our mission is to provide a consistently safe, professional and thrilling experience for all guests of beautiful Catalina Island,” Woodyard said. For the ocean-lover, many stands around the island rent out kayaks, paddleboards and scuba diving gear with student discounts available.
For sports-lovers, challenge friends to mini-golf at Golf Gardens right off the main street for $12 a game. Aside from these activities, the island also offers great shops for tourists and locals alike. Cole Stillwagon, freshman undeclared major, said his favorite part of Catalina Island is
the atmosphere. “It gives off such relaxing vibes. Everyone is so kind and welcoming, and it’s such a great vacation spot,” Stillwagon said. The island offers helicopter tours or Hummer tours throughout the terrain. The island also has a quirky side, housing many fake spray-
painted bison around the island to represent the bison herd that was imported to the island in 1924 for filming a silent movie. As Catalina offers fun activities, restaurants and a small-island atmosphere, Catalina is a prime destination for a daycation that is definitely worth the boat ride and possible sunburn.
Swimsuit season revives body image, self-confidence issues BY RANDI WUFLESTAD LIFESTYLE EDITOR
With summer right around the corner comes the unavoidable pressure swimsuit season can bring for women of all ages. Right about now, blogs all over the internet and social media outlets are promoting various ways to get that perfect summer body and look great in a bikini. Often times, women are taught to think they need to look like the swimsuit models who dominate the covers of magazines. Kaitlyn Chadwick, freshman mathematics major, said this pressure can create a negative impact on women’s self-confidence. “Girls are pushed to look more like the people
society deems as pretty, beautiful and acceptable. So, it can lead them into feeling like they can’t do certain things or maybe not want to go out as much over the summer,” Chadwick said. Chadwick said she encourages other women to be less concerned with the opinion of others. “Be comfortable with who you are and as long as you’re happy it doesn’t matter what other people think,” Chadwick said. Jessica Berkley, sophomore pre-nursing major, said faith and happiness are key in finding true confidence amid the view of one’s reflection. “God made each and every one of us in his image. With that, I hope girls can find comfort in the fact that God loves us for who we are and still
Student Fashion Feature Allysandra Currie Monday: Romper – Urban Outfitters Sneakers – Converse
Thursday: Sweater – Zara Shorts – Levi Belt – Urban Outfitters Sandals – Forever 21
Tuesday: Dress – Princess Polly Boots – Forever 21
Friday: Top – Active Jeans – American Eagle Sneakers – Vans
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“Just try to find that peace — the core belief in what your insecurity is — tackle it and try to build confidence that way,” De Leon said. De Leon said the pressure on younger generations to look a certain way or maintain the perfect body image is always increasing and the concern for self-esteem among women is now more prevalent than ever. With swimsuit season approaching, now is the time to uplift one another and spread encouragement for body positivity. Acquiring self-confidence can be an ongoing journey, but tackling those insecurities head on and learning to value self-acceptance over the approval of others can be a good place to start.
How to prepare for finals using on-campus resources BY MARIA GAMEZ
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Sophomore computer and electrical engineering major
Wednesday: Sweatshirt dress – Topshop Sneakers – Nike Air Force 1
finds us beautiful,” Berkley said. Nadia De Leon, associate marriage and family therapist at CBU’s Counseling Center, said women often compare themselves to Instagram models or other peers if they do not feel confident in their own appearance. “It really comes down to how confident they are about themselves, not just about their weight but in the overall aspects of life. It’s not always about physical appearance if you have true self-confidence,” De Leon said. De Leon advises students who experience low self-esteem to really think about where that lack of confidence stems from and learn to find acceptance from there.
As the academic year comes to an end, final exams are just around the corner and students’ stress levels are rising. Being a college student while attempting to manage a social life can become a hindrance to one’s academics. Lack of sleep, long study hours, excessive food intake and mere frustration are part of a common cycle during the most demanding time of the semester. Various upperclassmen students at California Baptist University have faced several years of this intense pressure and have learned a few tricks of their own to cope with it. Sake Gaitan, senior communication disorders major, said in all her years of facing the dreadful end of finals week, trial and error have aided her test preparation and anxiety levels. “I’ve learned to simply pace myself because I have seen how students, like myself, tend to procrastinate when studying for finals,” Gaitan said. “Eventually, everyone acknowledges what works best for him or her and in my case, music and sleep help me stay focused.” Numerous students tend to procrastinate their studying sessions, final papers and endof-the-year projects, which can cause more chaos in their
everyday lives. Learning to properly coordinate a hectic schedule can create a positive atmosphere and a more enjoyable college experience. Alyssa Torres, junior accounting major, said she has always procrastinated studying for finals and found that it has created more tension and an emotional strain on her academic and personal life.
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“After the first couple of semesters, I learned that studying regularly, finding help and getting enough sleep has positive side effects on my school work,” Torres said. “I also get ‘hangry’ when I don’t eat and going into an exam angry will only hurt you.” CBU faculty make it their goal to assist students in coping with the burden of finals
by avoiding typical stress-inducers. There is a variety of on-campus locations, such as the Office of Student Success, Academic Success Center and the Counseling Center, that offer studying, spiritual and mental health guidance. Sheri Torelli, department secretary for the Office of Student Success, said studying in smaller periods of time can be beneficial when having to remember an extensive amount of information. To accomplish this, students should stick to a calendar study time. “Make good use of the Academic Success Center for tutoring and you can make appointments or use the walk-in hours,” Torelli said. “Remember to have a study schedule so that you study smarter, not harder, and then stick to that schedule.” Finding the desired coping methods when dealing with final exams can be physically and mentally rewarding. In such a chaotic and challenging time in a young adult’s life, reducing stress and anxiety levels will further their academic careers. With the semester winding down, students should take the opportunity to seek for guidance and counseling. Staff members at the OSS, located at Lancer Arms 54, are willing to provide beneficial advice.
LIFESTYLE
Worry sets in about postgraduate life
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BY CASEY MALDONADO STAFF WRITER
Sleepless nights. Lots of coffee and homework. Memories filled with adventures. Just like that, the spring semester is flying by and for seniors, graduation is less than a month away. Graduation can be a stressful time for seniors and many struggle with the uncertainty of post-graduation change, whether it is having to look for a job or keeping friendships. Shelsey Stephens, senior sociology major, said her biggest fear about graduating is losing the relationships she has made while attending California Baptist University. “It is going to be hard because it’s not going to be as convenient to just text someone to hang out and it is going to take a lot of effort to continue a relationship,” Stephens said. Stephens also said approaches can be taken to maintain friendships long-term. “Staying in contact, whether it is a text or phone call, is the best way to keep my friendships,” Stephens said. Keeping friendships after graduation can be difficult but looking for a job can be an even greater challenge for some. Chase Theilacker, senior criminal justice major, said he fears not being able to get a job in his field after graduation. “Getting employed is a big fear for me because in criminal justice it takes a while for applications to go through,” Theilacker said. Lisa Singer, associate director of Employer Relations at the Career Center, said overcoming fears about not having a job after graduation is a process. “The same amount of effort you have put toward your education is the same amount of effort that should be put toward job-hunting,” Singer said. The thought of losing friendships or not having a set job after graduation can be frightening, but what is important is that seniors know everything will work out as long as they are willing to put in the effort.
Lifestyle Reviews BY RANDI WUFLESTAD LIFESTYLE EDITOR
Kylie Cosmetics Lip Kit Kylie Jenner’s makeup brand launched November 2015 with the first set of lip kits and almost immediately sold out because of heavy anticipation for the brand’s release. The lip kits come in a variety of different colors and finishes with matte, metallic and velvet collections all having been released throughout the years. Each kit features a liquid lipstick and matching lip liner for $29. I tried the Kristen Lip Kit, which can be described as a warm berry-brown color. When applying the lip liner and liquid lipstick, one only needs one coat to get the full intensity of the pigmentation. If multiple layers are applied, it begins to look thick and feel uncomfortable. The liquid lipstick dries rather fast and once it does, there is no moving it around. Make sure to be precise with application as it is difficult to fix mistakes after it has dried. This may not apply to all colors, but upon trying the Kristen Lip Kit, the color appeared much darker and redtoned on the lips than it looked in the packaging.
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Maria Gamez, senior public relations major, asembles and decorates her gradutaion cap to represent her college career journey and personal passions.
Lifestyle Tries: Graduation caps BY MARIA GAMEZ
ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR As seniors prepare for commencement, adding unique and innovative decorations to their graduation cap can be a fun way to express one’s academic journey. With the right guidance, creative thinking and a realistic college budget, students can accomplish this project for $20 to $80 with a large group of friends in the comfort of their own homes. Any local craft stores, such as Michaels, JOANN and Hobby Lobby, will have all the necessary supplies. To begin this project, one needs materials such as scissors, tape, a pencil or marker, super glue or hot glue gun, a ruler, any colored cardstock, stickers, glitter, adhesive gems and fabric paint or spray. Constructing the base of the cap is the first step in creating a lavish or bold graduation cap. Just follow these few steps:
• Step One: Place the cap on a flat, clean surface on top of colored cardstock. Trace the cardstock and cut along the line of the entire cap that has been traced. • Step Two: Turn the cap around so the cardstock is facing up. Place the cardstock on top of the cap. Use the pencil to draw a dot where the top centered bump is and use the ruler to draw a straight line to one end of the cap. • Step Three: Remove the cardstock from the cap and draw a medium size circle where the dot is. Cut along the straight line. Carefully cut out the circle and slide the cardstock onto the cap. If cut correctly, the cardstock should fit the cap perfectly. • Step Four: Add crazy glue or hot glue on the entire top surface of the cap, place the cardstock on top of the glue, press down gently and hold for 30 seconds to a minute. (Hold down long enough so the cardstock glues properly to the fabric).
• Step Five: Examine your cap and make sure none of the fabric is showing. • Step Six: Use all other materials, such as glitter, stickers, adhesive gems and fabric paint or spray, to decorate the cap. Remember to show off your personality, originality and pride in all your accomplishments. This graduation cap should represent your journey and time spent through your college career. • Step Seven: Once you have finished decking out your graduation cap, place the cap on a flat, clean surface. Allow the decorations to dry for at least 24 hours before trying on the cap. • Final Step: Try on your graduation cap and make sure all materials and decorations are in place and properly glued or taped on. Now you are ready to hit that stage and graduate. Hold on to that cap and do not forget to walk with confidence and style.
Museum showcases local artists BY SOPHIE GRAVITT STAFF WRITER
The Riverside Art Museum, located in downtown Riverside, is a non-profit, cultural arts institution that has been keeping appreciation for artistic creativity alive in the Inland Empire community for more than 50 years. The art museum resides in a historic two-story building that offers a wide range of art created by artists in the Inland Empire. The museum welcomes more than 52,000 visitors each year and holds over 1,500 art pieces including sculptures, photographs, paintings and more. In addition to beautiful art pieces, the museum offers educational programs and other events that are beneficial to the community. Art education classes and workshops are held every week for students of all ages. Prices vary depending on the type of class, but most workshops are between $10 and $30. The museum even teaches
art classes at juvenile detention halls as part of their Creative Horizons program. The purpose of the Creative Horizons program is to use art to encourage positive behavioral change in young individuals with involvement in the community, original creativity, promoting self-awareness and mentoring relationships. The first floor of the museum holds two interesting art exhibitions. An exhibit called “Beast,” which is on display until May 26, consists of abstract sculptures and paintings resembling mythical beasts. Stephanie Sprowell, junior criminal justice major, said the museum’s innovative artwork is what makes it interesting. “I liked seeing the abstract art because it shows where people’s imaginations can take them. This museum opened my eyes to how powerful creativity can be,” Sprowell said. Another exhibit called “In the Sunshine of Neglect” is a photography exhibit that emphasizes the unnoticed parts of Southern California such as
tree branches, bare hills, empty pools and even old couches that have been abandoned on the side of the road. The walls of the second floor are covered in artwork from local students in the In-
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land Empire. Shekiah Warner, sophomore photography major, said the middle school students’ artwork is her favorite portion of the museum. “The students’ self-portraits allowed them to be introspective. Some kids used torn up pieces of newspaper to create a self-portrait, and I liked
that it looked like they were piecing themselves together in a creative way. This museum gives me a new perspective of culture and helps me to appreciate the beauty of where I live,” Warner said. Since the artwork featured in the museum changes every three to four months, there is always something new to see. Drew Oberjuerge, executive director of the Riverside Art Museum, said the art in the museum allows people to travel to new places without leaving their hometown. “Everyone should appreciate art whether they are an artist or not because, frankly, art is incredibly interesting. Art allows people to see what is in someone else’s mind without speaking to them. Visitors of this museum have the chance to see different perspectives,” Oberjuerge said. The Riverside Art Museum is located at 3425 Mission Inn Ave. and is open to the public Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.
Liquid lipsticks, in general, can be drying on the lips, and I found this to be true with the Kristen Lip Kit. Though the liquid lipsticks claim to be longwearing, I found that the product began to rub off or become patchy after only a few hours of wear. This is not the type of lipstick that will withstand lunch without needing a touchup afterward. However, even touching up the product and reapplying it is difficult to do without the end result looking thick. One’s best bet may be to remove and reapply the liquid lipstick altogether, though this can become somewhat of an inconvenience. Removal of the lip products can be difficult, even with makeup remover, and there is a chance one may experience some staining after it is removed. Though the Kristen Lip Kit provided intense pigmentation and a beautiful matte finish, the negative aspects were hard to miss. In my opinion, for $29, the lip kits are overpriced for the quality of the product and do not fully live up to the hype they receive. The lip kits are sold online at Kyliecosmetics.com or in store at Ulta Beauty.
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Deciding between summer work choices BY ALYSE MESSMER
ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR
For many students, summer seems like a perfect time to relax and recover from the stress and workload they left behind in the spring semester. Because college is intended to be a time for growth, many question whether these summers between school years should be used to get a temporary job or search for internships in their potential field. Making the initial decision between an internship or job can be a real challenge. Dennise Rivera, freshman political science major, said the decision to take an internship was not difficult for her. “I picked doing an internship over a job because of a few things,” Rivera said. “The experience I will be gaining will help me gain connections, be more confident in my field and add to my resume. I believe my internship will help me grow as much as a job would.” Both internships and jobs offer great
ways for students to grow, whether in their field or as workers, in general. Lisa Singer, associate director of Employer Relations at California Baptist University’s Career Center, advises students to look into internships and jobs. “An employer now looks at the whole person, they don’t just look at the college student,” Singer said. “There may be that student with a 4.0 (GPA) and they might be incredible, but they need experience. And then there may be a student without that perfect GPA, but who has internship experience or has worked in fast food, volunteered or has given back to the community. I will always hire that person because that is showing a whole person.” As opportunities can be difficult to find depending on the field and grade level of the student, Singer said jobs and internships in a student’s specific field are not the only ones that are beneficial. “Any type of volunteer work is vital because you are always going to be growing. If you are really intent on gaining all
skills and development, you will grow in all types of jobs. If you can find a job in your specific field, always go for it,” Singer said. For some students, internships can also be a growing process bringing them closer in their relationship with Christ and help reassess their motives for working. Elise Winegarden, senior worship arts and ministry major, said through her summer internship she not only grew into a better musician but also as someone who loves more like Christ does. “My internship helped me grow not only as a better musician to further my career but grew me as a person. As my career goals are in church positions, I learned the church is not only about the music or how big or great your choirs or bands are, but it is about how much you show Christ’s love through yourself and the gifts he has given you. And that’s true in any field,” Winegarden said. As jobs and internships can be hard to attain, striving to become a well-rounded person benefits a candidate the most.
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PERSPECTIVES April 12, 2019 · Volume 66 · Issue 12
Collinsworth School of Music dazzles with jazz concert
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performances. 4. Marshall Hawkins, a guest performer, takes the audience on a journey with each note he plays on his upright bass. 5. Joshua Lomeli, sophomore marketing major, shreds electric guitar and improvises each of his solos during the Jazz Concert.
Photos by Madison Santana
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April 12, 2019 · Volume 66 · Issue 12
Capturing the Cup
Freshmen athletes adjust to college BY ALYSSA BECK STAFF WRITER
Life is demanding, relentless and at times unforgiving. Even if it feel as if these negatives are taking over, there are always positives to be found. As with all students, freshman year comes with new challenges and many student-athletes struggle to adjust. Sydney Truett, freshman accounting major and softball player, is from Albuquerque, N.M. For many out-of-state students, being far away from home and family is a difficult challenge to overcome. “The hardest part of freshman year so far has been adjusting to being on my own,” Truett said. Although being away from home is tough, playing softball at the collegiate level is something Truett has dreamed about since she was a child. “I wish I could go back and tell myself to stop stressing about the things that are out of my control and to enjoy each day and what it brings,” Truett said. Most situations people stress over are uncontrollable, so focusing on the parts of life that can be fixed causes less stress and allows one to have more time to appreciate life. Life becomes much easier to appreciate when there are people to enjoy it with, such as Truett. “My teammates are like family that I gained as soon as I joined the (softball) program,” Truett said. Damon Keith, freshman business administration major and baseball player, agreed with Truett’s statement that teammates are a support group.
“I like the fact that I get to be a part of a group of friends from our team that will last a lifetime,” Keith said. According to some student-athletes, having long-term friendships can completely change one’s life around and make the college experience easier and unforgettable. “One thing I had to work on was time-management,” Keith said. “It’s important to stay ahead of all my school work so that I can give myself more time, and don’t feel rushed or panicked to get things done.” By avoiding procrastination and making sure to stay up-todate with all assignments, there will likely be more time for extracurriculars and creating social experiences. Shaunice Harris, assistant softball coach at California Baptist University, said procrastination and time management are two extremely common struggles for freshmen student-athletes “The biggest growth you see from an athlete from freshman year to senior year is maturity,” Harris said. “How they handle failure, their ability to communicate effectively, time-management skills on how to prioritize their student-athlete life and social life, and so much more.” Students who are involved in athletics at the collegiate level learn much more than how to throw, kick or shoot a ball. Student-athletes can develop lifelong skills because of the knowledge they gain from experiences throughout college. Adjusting to the university level may be a struggle at first, but when all the necessary skills to succeed are developed, it can be extremely rewarding.
Cullen’s Column:
Safe to call first DI season succesful Danielle Lutjens | Banner
Kantaro Ishitani, a soccer freestyler from Redlands, Calif., shows off his skills during pre-game entertainment at CBU’s annual Lancer Cup event.
Intramural soccer caps season in festive fashion BY CULLEN HOLT SPORTS EDITOR Each year, the intramural soccer season finishes with an event that goes well beyond a simple championship match. Food trucks, performers and other festivities help put an exclamation point on the season every spring. This year’s Lancer Cup event came with all the trimmings. Food trucks offered dinner and desserts, and there was a variety of entertainment options including live music, a BMX bike show and a soccer juggling group called the Futboleros. The group performed before the game and during halftime. Additionally, two youth soccer teams went head-to-head as an appetizer for the Lancer Cup intramural soccer championship match. Marnie Kavern, the Community Life office’s program coordinator for intramurals, said Community Life has been looking forward to this event since the fall semester. “I was excited for Lancer Cup,” Kavern said. “The atmosphere is unique and fun. It is a great opportunity for students to take a break from studying
and enjoy the friendships they have made this semester.” This season, 18 teams competed in California Baptist University’s co-ed competitive league, which began play on Feb. 11. Each team was named after a country from around the world. “Lancer Cup is special because it has a more global focus than our other intramurals,” Kavern said. “Each of the soccer teams is named after a country, giving it more of a World Cup feel.” In the 2019 edition of the Lancer Cup, undefeated Italy bested Bhutan 3-1 to capture the intramural soccer championship after the match was tied 1-1 at one point. Mark Furtado, junior kinesiology major and member of team Italy, said winning the Lancer Cup this season was a great feeling for him and his teammates. “I won it freshman year and then this year; it was great playing with guys my age where we could all just shoot, score and get the goals to come together and win,” Furtado said. “It was amazing. Playing soccer is the best intramural (sport).” Diana Zambrano, senior psychology major, said she en-
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David Fouts, freshman photography major, and Nathan Sells, junior civil engineering major, enjoy the free food offered at Lancer Cup. joyed attending Lancer Cup and taking in the festivities. “I was able to see how CBU students encourage one another on the field,” Zambrano said. “I loved that some youngsters were able to come and play.” Zambrano said the youth soccer showcased before the Lancer Cup match was an excellent addition to this year’s event. “This can inspire the children to go to college one day and always have it in their minds that they played at a college campus when they were small,” Zambrano said. Kavern said the planning
process for the event has been in the works for a while as Community Life secured entertainment and activities to make Lancer Cup as memorable as possible. “The planning for (Lancer Cup) started last semester with brainstorming,” Kavern said. “Then, this semester is when we started nailing down final ideas and entertainment.” Community Life now turns its attention to the wiffle ball tournament on April 15-17 on the Front Lawn to close out the spring intramural seasons and events.
When the California Baptist University Athletic Department announced the school’s transition from NCAA Division II to Division I in January 2017, it started a cycle of excitement and speculation. When fall 2018 rolled around, the Lancers not only put all speculation to bed, but exceeded expectations and surprised a large number of fans in Riverside and beyond. In the fall, both women’s volleyball and women’s soccer teams finished fourth in the Western Athletic Conference, with Lancer volleyball qualifying for a trip to the National Invitational Volleyball Championship Tournament. The high point of the fall season came when the Lancers won their first DI conference title as the women’s cross country team took home first at the WAC Championships. Then came winter along with the highly anticipated debut of DI CBU basketball. The Lancers did not disappoint on the hardwood. The men’s team amassed 16 wins and pointed out that was the most wins by any first-year DI team with four or less non-DI opponents. Even more impressive was the women’s team winning nine games in a row in conference play and finishing as the second-place team in the WAC. Both squads hosted postseason
games in a doubleheader that proved just how excited their fan base is for the future of Lancer hoops. Do not overlook the impressive season CBU had in the pool, as well. The Lancers notched numerous WAC event wins and the men’s swim team secured a runner-up finish at the conference meet. I have written a lot about Lancer teams adjusting to the DI climate. Most of it has been positive because, for a school in its DI infancy, all these vital signs are evidence of a long and healthy DI life. Team national championships may be a bit further down the road — at least until 2022 because of NCAA rules — but once the Lancers are postseason eligible, CBU can do some damage. New Mexico State’s men’s basketball team lost one conference game all season. That one loss was to CBU in the Lancer’s DI conference opener. The Aggies went on to win the WAC tournament and reach the NCAA national tournament, where they took power-five school Auburn University to the wire. It is not too far-fetched to think that in the nottoo-distant future CBU, a private school in Riverside, can play with some of the biggest names in college sports on some of the biggest stages in college sports.
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April 12, 2019 · Volume 66 · Issue 12
‘Our Action Place’ offers Christian platform BY ADAM DOUGLAS
BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR The internet can be a bit overwhelming with the amount of unfiltered content that fills timelines, but Blessings Through Action looks to create a “safe place” for Christian users on the internet with a new social media platform, “Our Action Place.” “Our Action Place” was created by Blessings Through Action’s founder Elaine Beck. Similar to Facebook or Twitter, “Our Action Place” features a feed divided into two sections: an “Official Wall” that contains updates from Blessings Through Action itself and a “Community Wall,” which is “a place for all Christians to voice their beliefs and opinions.”
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What separates “Our Action Place” from other social media platforms is the content. The app is full of Christian messages, memes and Christian-based news for its users. As a Christian, Beck said she felt her purpose was to bring the Christian community together under one voice and was inspired by God. “The Lord said to me, ‘I’m going to put the right people in the right places at the right time and I’m going to help you do this, and then in two years they will know.’ Now I don’t know what that is, but he put that in my heart. I went to my husband and I said, ‘this is what God is
Our Action Place, a Christian social media app that launched in March of 2019, provides a place for Christians to connect with others in positive ways. telling me,’ and he said, ‘Then let’s do it,’” Beck said. After realizing her vision, Beck hired a company to help her build the Blessings Through Action website and develop the “Our Action Place” application. The app was completed within two months and launched in March 2019. Since its launch, the social media platform has
amassed more than 300 users and is continuing to grow. Diane Hollington, assistant for Blessings Through Action, has worked for Beck since the beginning and explained their mission statement. “The action (in Blessings Through Action) stands for All Christians Together In Our Nation. (Elaine) wanted to come
up with a very positive social media platform — a safe place for kids, teenagers and college people just to share what they have on their minds,” Hollington said. Cindy Roberts, daughter of Beck, helps with the back-end development of the app and said that with its small demographic, it is currently in its “beta”
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Ninasophia Stowe | Banner what we needed in front of us.” “The Our Action Place” app is available for download on the Apple App store and Google Play and users can join free of charge. To find out more about Blessings Through Action and some of its work around the nation, visit www.blessingsthroughaction.org.
Binaural beats help with stress BY SOPHIE GRAVITT STAFF WRITER
Between classes, work, sports, homework and other time-consuming commitments, the life of a college student can become overwhelming. Students often forget how important it is to rest and relax. Binaural beats, auditory tones played at different frequencies, may be the solution for some students’ stress and anxiety. Binaural beats can significantly help a student relax, focus and think clearly. The tones are best heard through headphones and are made up of sound patterns that activate certain parts of the brain. As different frequencies play separately in each ear, a low-frequency pulsation is produced that targets specific brainwaves, which induces a distinct feeling of calmness. Studies have also shown that this deep state of relaxation helps improve sleep. Different sound frequencies have different effects on the brain. Studies have shown that high sound frequencies can enhance critical thinking or analyzing. Lower sound frequencies, such as binaural beats, allow people to enter a relaxed and meditative state of mind. Binaural beats can also potentially strengthen memory, which can help students retrieve information easily and concentrate effectively. Jenny Aguilar, associate professor of psychology at California Baptist University, said certain kinds of music can be beneficial. “Music can have wonderful effects on memory. Doctors have even used music to treat patients with Alzheimer’s and dementia because it has been shown to improve their memory, allowing them to have better
focus,” Aguilar said. Since binaural beats may enhance memory and concentration, this type of music can be beneficial when it comes to studying. Ashley Moore, sophomore creative writing major, listened to binaural music while writing an essay and said it successfully lowered her stress and improved her concentration. “This music gives me a sense of calmness and it helps me focus more as I write my paper,” Moore said. “Even though the same tune repeats throughout the music, it is soft and relaxing. Usually, music distracts me when I’m studying but this music does quite the opposite.” While binaural beats can be effective for some people, they can be less helpful for others. Every human brain is individual, meaning that sound can affect people differently. Individuals who are often stressed or anxious may respond to binaural beats positively. However, people who are easily able to focus and are naturally relaxed may not respond to this kind of music at all. Jenesis Kendale, freshman applied theology major, listened to binaural beats while studying and said that it had little to no effect on her. “I listened to binaural beats as I was completing my homework, and while the tones were very intriguing, it wasn’t something I’d choose to listen to while studying. This music did not distract me, but it also did not help me focus or relax,” Kendale said. It is important for college students to dedicate time to taking care of their mental health and resting. With binaural beats, students may be able to easily focus and take care of their stress.
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April 12, 2019 · Volume 66 · Issue 12
Apple brings new products to the table for fan base BY BRIANNA GRAANGARD STAFF WRITER
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Steven Garcia, freshman civil engineering major, enjoys a study break with his friends while eating lamb curry at the Indian Curry Hut in Riverside.
Indian food excites students BY JESSICA CEJALVO
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Indian food is exotic, intriguing and consists of a wide range of spices. While it may intimidate some people because of its unfamiliarity, taking the opportunity to try new foods will allow one’s taste buds to thrive and grow in experience. The Indian Curry Hut in downtown Riverside offers a variety of flavors and spices for locals to try. The Indian Curry Hut opened in mid-January and currently serves more than 75 dishes. The food options range from vegetarian entrees to Indo-Chinese specialties including chicken, goat, lamb and seafood entrees. The prices of these dishes range from $10.99 to $12.99, depending on the type of entree one orders at the
establishment. A popular side dish is a type of bread called naan, which is similar to pita bread. The Indian Curry Hut has various types of naan flavors from which to choose. They have butter, garlic, spicy jalapeño and cheese naan. The prices for the naan bread range from $1.99 to $2.99. Bidur Khadka, owner of the Indian Curry Hut, has been working in the restaurant business for nearly six years. “I am passionate about the food being served to our customers and I hope to educate customers about the unique taste that Indian food has,” Khadka said. His regular customers are students from the University of California, Riverside, because of the close proximity to the campus. Khadka recommends that
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I hope to educate customers about the unique taste that Indian food has. Bidur Khadu, owner of the Indian Curry Hut
people who have never had Indian food try the chicken curry. Students at California Baptist University voiced their opinions about Indian food and their willingness to try it. Caitlyn Harper, freshman undeclared major, is from Wisconsin and has never tried Indian food before. “I would definitely be willing to step out of my comfort zone
of eating mostly Wisconsin cheese and try something new like Indian food,” Harper said. Ashleigh Wartson, senior film major, described what she liked about Indian food and seasonings. “It ranges from different types of meats that have different seasonings such as turmeric and cumin. There is usually lots of curry in their dishes, as well,” Wartson said. “I like trying new foods from all around the world. Most people tend to allow their taste buds to become lazy and accustomed to the same types of food. It’s good to explore and hop out of our comfort zones.” The Indian Curry Hut is open Monday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. It is located at 223 University Ave. #150 in Riverside.
Apple continues to innovate by coming out with new products. Their latest creations, AirPods 2 and the Apple Card, leave some questioning if the upgrades are worth the investment or just another soon-to-be forgotten trend. AirPods are currently one of Apple’s best-selling accessories. The original wireless AirPods attracted customers, but the improvements made to the new version may be worth investigating further. With a new H1 chip, AirPods 2 allow for an extra hour of talk time. A fan favorite of Apple lovers is the “Hey Siri” function, and Apple responded to the demand by adding the feature to the AirPods. AirPods 2 with the charging case are priced at $199. The $50 price hike is a strategic approach on Apple’s part. Students such as Cole Whipple, freshman computer science major at California Baptist University, do not see the benefit of investing in the newer AirPods. “I don’t see that big of a difference in the AirPods themselves, so I don’t think I’d spend the money, just to buy new ones — especially if I have these ones already,” Whipple said. “For the normal AirPods, if you just tap twice on the headphone it goes to Siri and then you can talk into it. So (Hey Siri) is not that big of a deal.” To Whipple, the features Apple added to its AirPods will attract those looking for luxury and brand recognition. Issac Sumaran, junior kinesiology and sports medical major, addressed the new chip’s capabilities but did not
see them as beneficial considering the price. “To me that’s not a better investment. If you want more advanced earphones just go with something else other than the AirPods. At their current state — $150 for the (first generation) — they’re fine,” Sumaran said. “Everyone’s getting them just to get them, as a ‘flex’ if you will, but of course anything Apple is going to be the go-to for a buy because the name brand is Apple.” Apple announced it will release the Apple Card this summer. With the new credit card, interest can be calculated based on any payment amount chosen. Purchases are well-organized and customer privacy has been given a greater priority with the new chip. Edmund Khashadourian, professor of economics at Westcliff University, provided insight about the new credit card. The Apple Card offers a great plan to its users, he said. Khashadourian made it clear that, unlike a regular credit card, existing Apple customers will “have a reduced probability of a person defaulting on their credit card payment.” Khashadourian advises that college students should use the credit cards responsibly. “College students need to understand that in case they decide to utilize the credit card facility — be that an Apple card or any other credit card — do not replace that with the common notion of using a budget,” Khashadourian said. The Apple Card is an accessible tool that can help students build credit if properly used. AirPods 2 and the Apple Card are the latest releases, but the future may bring even greater renovations and both hardware and software improvements.
CBU’s aircraft provide superior safety, technology BY CHRISTIAN SPANGLER
ASST. BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR The Department of Aviation Science at California Baptist University purchased new planes from Piper Aircraft to help students learn more advanced aircraft systems and cut down on logistical costs. The new fleet, consisting primarily of Piper Archer aircraft, offers a new computer system that increases situational awareness and makes it easier to maintain than the older Cessna 172 aircraft the department replaced. This system, the Garman 1000, has a primary flight and a multi-functional display, which allows pilots to have superior awareness of weather and flight patterns of other aircraft. The primary flight display shows traditional readings such as airspeed and altitude. The multi-functional display typically shows a map and has other screen options, as well. This system also allows pilots to create their own flight path and see other flight paths and weather conditions to the same degree as air traffic controllers. Dr. John Marselus, chair of the Aviation Science Department, said one of the best advantages this system offers is increased safety for students and safety for the instructors, as well. “It really upped the safety of our program because now we have technology in our aircraft that allows them to do aeronautical decision-making due to the incredible amount of situation-
California Baptist University’s flight program recently acquired a Piper Arrow airplane to aid in teaching students how to fly planes. al awareness,” Marselus said. The aircraft themselves are also brand new 2018 models fresh from Piper Aircraft. They are of a low-wing design similar to commercial and military aircraft as opposed to a parasol wing design like the Cessna 172s, which makes them better analogues to what aviation flight majors will be flying in their careers. Ryan Beck, sophomore avia-
tion science major, affirms this advantage from personal experience and further goes on to praise the Archer. “I like the Archers. I like the low-wing because it prepares us for what we will be flying in the future. That is more what I prefer. I love the way it flies and its stability, and it climbs really well. We are thankful to have them,” Beck said. The Archers are also all
standardized, which makes maintenance and training easier since each aircraft is exactly the same. The Cessnas were technically all the same model but have slightly different features between them, which made some students prefer one aircraft over the other, complicating scheduling flight training if two students wanted the same plane at the same time. The aircraft’s new comput-
erized systems promote greater safety overall, but pilots need to be careful not to be too reliant on the new system. “It is more convenient and is different than what I had in the Cessna. In some ways it is easier, but it can baby us a little bit,” said Joseph Angel, senior aviation flight major. Aside from the new Archer aircraft, CBU also purchased Piper Seminole aircraft that
Kengkue Her | Banner have two engines for multi-engine training and a new flight simulator that almost perfectly simulates flying in the Piper Archer. This makes it even easier for pilots to get their needed flight time to graduate. CBU continues to expand all of its programs with improved technology. This new technology for the aviation flight students will help ensure that CBU produces excellent aviators.
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Circus comes to life in CBU’s ‘Barnum’ BY ABBY WOLF
ASST. A&E EDITOR The greatest showman came to California Baptist University, April 5 – April 13, with Wallace Theatre’s production of “Barnum” (1890), a musical portrait of the nineteenth century career of P.T. Barnum, co-founder of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. CBU students brought the whimsical spectacles to life with a show of song and dance. Jordan Elliott, sophomore communication studies and leadership studies double major, said what makes this version of Barnum unique is that it focuses on a more historical depiction of Barnum. “Everybody knows P.T. Barnum as Hugh Jackman in ‘The Greatest Showman’ (2018), which paints P.T. Barnum as this perfect guy. But ‘Barnum’ does a better job showing a little more about who he actually was,” Elliott said. Ryan Lee, sophomore communication studies major, plays the leading role of P.T. Barnum and described his character as more than just “the circus guy.” “He was someone who wanted to shed light on our oddities – the things that make us different – and wanted to bring color into the world,” Lee said. Elliott plays the role of the ringmaster, the show’s narrator, as well as the smaller role of Bailey of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Elliott said the biggest challenge of “Barnum” for him was
learning how to do all the acrobatics seen on stage. “I am doing a lot of tricks and acrobatics. There are stilts and people twirling around on stage and that is something I would have never seen myself doing in a million years,” Elliott said. Lisa Lyons, adjunct professor of theatre and the director of “Barnum,” said the musical was selected by the theater program because it is entertaining and appropriate for all ages. “Seeing how much everyone enjoyed ‘The Greatest Showman’ reminded me of how much I enjoyed seeing ‘Barnum’ when I was in college. The circus aspect of the show is certainly fun and exciting,” Lyons said. The theater program recently put an increased emphasis on getting more people involved in each production. “Barnum” featured an ensemble opportunity for students. Elliott said this is the first time CBU has ever had a cast of more than 30 people. “It is one of the biggest shows that CBU has ever put on and so many things are happening at all times. No matter what the storyline is, you are going to be able to see the spectacle of it all,” Elliott said. Lyons said having so many people involved is both a challenge and a blessing. “The biggest challenge is the cast size. It is just so many people. But each student has brought something special to the show and I looked forward to having an audience see that,” Lyons said. Both Lee and Elliott said
Nicole Marks, junior theatre major, plays her part as a circus performer by juggling flags for the smiling audience. they have grown as performers because of the work they put into “Barnum.” “I do theater shows every semester. But this show is completely different in that I had to go in and sit down with my director because I not only had to do what I normally do as an actor, I had to learn all these new skills like magic tricks and acrobatics,” Lee said.
Elliott said he had the opportunity to train with an American acrobatics team for his role. “I had to overcome the discomfort of doing something I had never done before,” Elliott said. While all involved were eager to get in front of an audience and show the outcome of all their hard work, rehearsals were a rewarding part of the
process for the cast and crew. “We have had a great time in rehearsal, especially exploring what tricks we could do as clowns, with students learning to be acrobats and then putting it all together and making it flow,” Elliott said. Alyssa Gowling, junior communication sciences and disorders major, attended an opening weekend show of “Barnum”
Lauren Shelburne | Banner on April 6 and said she enjoyed the fun costumes, colors, acrobatics and magic tricks in the musical. “They really did a great job with such a small space. All the colors were super-fun, as well as the live music from the orchestra,” Gowling said. “Barnum” is Wallace Theater’s final production for the spring semester.
‘Captain Marvel’ film paves way for new generation of super women BY DYANA VILLA
ASST. A&E EDITOR For those looking to see a film of female empowerment, “Captain Marvel” (2019) is the movie to see. “Captain Marvel” released on March 8 celebrated National Women’s Day in the United States, inspiring girls and women all around the world. “Captain Marvel” plays a supporting role in the Avengers’ universe. The Avengers’ is a team of Marvel superheroes that deafeat threats to planet Earth. Captain Marvel, played by Brie Larson, is an extraterrestrial warrior with special powers who was taught to fight by Yon-Rogg, her trainer, to control her emotions from getting in the way of her fighting abilities. She later meets Nick Fury
(Samuel L. Jackson), the recruiter of the Avengers, who helps her uncover the secrets of her past and how she obtained her super powers. There has been a major debate over how critics rated this movie. Feminists were overjoyed about the appearance of the first female lead in a Marvel film. Others reacted differently because they are used to seeing male superheroes. Captain Marvel proves she is just as strong or stronger than those male heroes. Zachary Boyer, freshman biomedical sciences major at California Baptist University, said he saw the film and enjoyed it because it was entertaining and humorous. “I feel that it was a good move by Marvel to make a superhero movie with a female lead. Other than Wonder Woman, we do not see very many, if any, female superheroes, and it is not often that
we see one get her own movie,” Boyer said. Joshua Lomeli, sophomore marketing major, attended the movie theater to see “Captain Marvel” on the premiere night. “The movie was a prequel so it’s not like they just decided to add a female superhero into the (Marvel Cinematic Universe) to create diversity. If anything, it just puts another piece of the puzzle into place for the storyline,” Lomeli said. Lomeli said he was not biased going into the movie. He wanted to see the movie because it was part of the Avengers series. “I was familiar with some of the controversy the film created, but I didn’t go into the theater with the idea that the film would be full of feminist or female empowerment aspects. She just happened to be a female superhero,” Lomeli said. Rachel Meenan, adjunct professor in the
school of English, said she enjoyed “Captain Marvel” because she stood up to anyone whether they were male or female and fought them equally. “I liked her attitude about stuff. She’s a super-strong woman but she still has a breakdown because of her past,” Meenan said. Meenan said Captain Marvel was still portrayed as a woman with genuine feelings, but her emotional side didn’t make her weak — it only made her stronger. “Critics feel threatened by female empowerment. They should evaluate themselves first instead of judging others,” Meenan said. Captain Marvel has really brought out female empowerment and inspired many women. Young girls now have a strong female superhero to look up to. Captain Marvel will continue to screen in “Avengers: End Game,” which premieres April 26.
TV reboots in near future; sure to face some reception issues
MUSIC FESTIVAL DO’S AND DON’TS
BY CAROLYN BOKINSKIE STAFF WRITER
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Stay hydrated.
Forget about sunscreen.
Festival season comes with a lot more than just cool music. The heat, combined with ill-preparation and dehydration, can lead to heat stroke and other serious health issues.
Applying and re-applying a good sunscreen could mean the difference between a great festival weekend and a miserable one. Be sure to stock up on SPF before leaving home.
Ignore your phone, enjoy the music.
Eat something that is bound to upset your stomach.
While having an accessible phone is a good idea to keep in touch with people with who you came, be sure to remember to put down the device and take time to enjoy the music. That is why you’re there, after all.
Eating gas-station sushi or something spicy that is bound to make one feel bad is not the best idea. Stick to light foods and water to keep your stomach happy and healthy for the weekend.
Prepare for any kind of weather.
Take your favorite sunnies/handbag/shoes.
While the forecast may call for sunny skies all weekend, packing a raincoat, some jeans and a pair of shoes you don’t care about too much is a must in case weather turns sour. Better to be safe rather than sorry.
Festivals are notorious for being the place where you will likely lose or damage accessories. If you want to have your go-tos for a long time, opt for buying a cheap alternative before you head out.
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Increasing speculation has been focused around possible reboots for the classic Disney and Nickelodeon shows “Hannah Montana” (2006-2011) and “Drake and Josh” (2004-2007), but, unfortunately, the merit behind these claims is still far from concrete. Earlier in March, Josh Peck and his former co-star Drake Bell briefly mentioned their plans to run a sitcom based on their retired Nickelodeon show “Drake and Josh” and were reportedly excited to share the final product. Hannah Montana fans can only hope a reboot is officially in the works as Miley Cyrus has released no official plans aside from nostalgic throwback posts and new hair style on social media. Rumors of potential reboots for current college students’ favorite childhood shows bring about excitement about what the reboots may look like. Dr. Natalie Winter, professor of marketing and management, said media companies may bring back familiar shows to resonate with their original audiences. “Overall, media companies
try to capitalize on the nostalgia that the original viewers may have, but also try to update it to appeal to new target audiences. There has been mixed success. I don’t know the precise figure, but there is some indication that the market is saturated and new revivals will find it harder to capture an audience,” Winter said. Winter said encompassing the old viewers who are now in their late teens and early 20s is the primary goal of reboots like these, but they will also try to ensnare the young children of the next generation. For many millennials, these two shows were staples in their childhood as seen through Caitlyn Rice, freshman graphic design major. “I always watched Disney Channel. Naturally, ‘Hannah Montana’ was my go-to and I was obsessed with the show,” Rice said. “‘Drake and Josh’ is hilarious and the sense of nostalgia I’d get from watching ‘Hannah Montana’ would bring me so much joy.” Getting back the support of the college-age students who once watched these shows allows companies to market to other demographics, but relating back to this group could
prove to be a problem. “The two shows mentioned will face a challenge of how to be relevant to their original audience since they’re at a much different stage of life,” Winter said. “I have read that some members of the ‘Friends’ cast think that a revival would not be successful because the show was about a single person in the city. Now their characters have moved on to a different stage in life, so any revival would not share the same essence.” These shows were popular with young pre-teens when they were on the air, but many question whether this current group of children will be as infatuated. “A lot of kids from that generation will watch it because it’s like a throwback for us, but I don’t see kids from today being as receptive to it,” said Ashley Lusk, sophomore pre-nursing major. Many people would love for their childhood shows to come back, but the risk the networks run is significant based on changing demographics. Some things can never be the same, and that is something to consider when moving forward with these projects.
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Apple TV+ announced, set to launch in fall 2019 BY SHAUNEAN PHILLIPS STAFF WRITER
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Cameron Evans, senior instrumental performance major, Melody Leon, senior music education major, Gabriel Reiser, sophomore mechanical engineering major and Roy Bletscher, sophomore civil ngineering major, perform in California Baptist University’s annual spring jazz concert.
CBU jazz band charms crowd BY SARAH BOUTIN
ASST. A&E EDITOR One minute before show time and the worship hall was quiet. As the clock ticked 7 p.m., the room lit up with life as the jazz ensemble started its spring concert. April 8 was an eventful night as the California Baptist University jazz ensemble and jazz combo performed the final concert of the year at Magnolia Church. The seats were filled with students’ family, friends and fellow music enthusiasts. The band had a unique repertoire that the audience took to as they swayed their bodies and grooved to the music. The songs that were performed included “144” (2011), “Bada Bamba” (2014), “Jigsaw” (2017), “Some Skunk Funk” (2005) and “Claxography” (1994), which was composed by Dan St. Marseille for his friend William Claxton. The ensemble was also joined by renowned
jazz musician, Marshall Hawkins. Marseille, CBU associate director of bands, said getting ready for a concert was easy thanks to the talented members and that seeing them play live is a remarkable experience. “Realistically it only takes a few weeks to get a concert together. We play a variety of repertoire of different jazz eras from the 1930s to modern pieces,” Marseille said. “There is nothing more exciting than hearing a live jazz band. When you are in the environment of hearing it live the color of sound you hear, the way trumpets sound live, the way a guitar sounds, it is much different than when you hear it in a recording.” Marseille is also the conductor of the jazz ensemble, which consists of 18 members with a variety of instruments including saxophones, trumpets, trombones, piano, bass drums and guitar. The jazz combo is a
smaller group consisting only of eight members. Melody Leon, senior music education major who plays alto saxophone in the ensemble, said her musical skills have improved since becoming a member of the ensemble and she was excited to show her new skills during the concert. “In the past year, I have grown so much as a musician, whether that would be my tone, improvisational skills, phrasing or jazz articulation – every aspect of who I am as a musician has improved. I have the Lord and Professor St. Marseille to thank for that,” Leon said. “For this concert, I was particularly excited for a chart called Nardis. It was my first time improvising a solo on stage with a concept in mind called ‘free jazz.’ It was really tough to pick a favorite song because everything in our repertoire is so diverse and spectacular.” Toward the end of the concert, special guest Marshall
UCO to tour West Coast University Choir and Orchestra to perform in May concerts BY DYANA VILLA
ASST. A&E EDITOR The Shelby and Ferne Collinsworth School of Music’s University Choir and Orchestra will be going on tour during the month of May. The group will be performing at many different venues up and down the West Coast. UCO is a combination of vocalists and instrumentalists. This group consists of students from many different backgrounds. The group includes music majors and non-music majors, who work together to create inspiring music. Led by Steven Dahlgren, assistant professor of music, UCO has seven performances. Michael Evan Moore, senior music composition major, said UCO will be going to Portland
and San Francisco. “Every Tuesday and Thursday we rehearse for two hours. (On the tour) we will be performing worship. (UCO) used to be show choir but now it is worship,” Moore said. Not only do they have to focus on tour music, but the group has also been recording songs apart from regular rehearsals, which members said is also a challenge. “We will be mixing up the order of the music; every performance will not be the same,” Moore said. UCO has a lot of students who have been in the group for years, but there are also new students, and each year they have to work together and create a new voice. “We prepare for concerts during regular rehearsal time, twice a week. By the end of the semester we have most everything memorized and we work on fine-tuning or maybe some new pieces,” said Emily Evan, senior communication studies major and music minor. The students in this group do not just do this because they
are required to, but because they said they genuinely enjoy worshipping God with their musical abilities. “When I stand on the stage, in front of an audience, and have an opportunity to minister to someone in the audience among my friends, it is an amazing experience and is touching to our hearts as well as theirs,” Evan said. Dahlgren said when students from all different backgrounds unite to praise God, something beautiful is made. “There’s something really special that happens when people of different backgrounds, interests and abilities get together to create music and truly unite toward that pursuit,” Dahlgren said. “The level of professionalism, musical talent and heart for ministry in the group is really quite inspiring.” This year, UCO will be traveling through Oregon, Washington and California where they will lead worship at different churches and high schools to represent the Collinsworth School of Music.
Hawkins came out with his bass to perform with the students. By the end of the concert the audience was on its feet, clapping to the music and bopping their heads. Ashley Gutierrez, junior sociology major, said attending the concert made her experience and appreciate jazz. “What stuck out to me was that the guest, Marshall Hawkins, was unique with his bass playing. It was a fun experience that makes me want to listen to jazz music more and students should come not only because it is free admission and it’s music that everyone can appreciate, even non-music majors,” Gutierrez said. The concert showcased the talents of each member in the ensemble and how he or she collectively worked together. With every song the audience came alive and, by the end of the concert, got a good taste of how unique jazz is and hopefully left as a new lover of jazz.
Apple announced March 25 that it will be releasing a new video-streaming service this fall, entering itself into the fierce competition against Netflix, Hulu and other streaming services. This service, named Apple TV+, will stream original, ad-free content. Netflix has spent billions making original content and has become one of the top streaming sites. Apple is a bit late to the game, but streaming has become a trend, so naturally it has become a priority to add this extension. Joel Bigely, assistant professor of the School of Business, explains that Apple has always been about keeping up with trends, and streaming is definitely a trend. “Apple people are extremely loyal people,” Bigley said. “It is not only adults, but whole families. Kids have tablets and parents have phones. It is expected that even if Apple created content disagreeable with a majority of the audience that their people would still remain loyal.” Viewers would spend money for a new streaming service for the same reason they download Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video or any other service — the longing for more content, be it original or familiar. Further, a majority of viewers do not want to wait as well. Switching around to different services to find a better subscription can also be discouraging. “I have actually never heard of (Apple+), but I feel like I’m so comfortable with the other streaming services that it would be a hassle to switch,” said Andrew Bejarra, sophomore nursing major. Brennan Cackett, Online and Professional Studies professor of arts and sciences, said whether or not he will subscribe to this new service will depend on what he would be getting out of it. “The main reason I subscribe to a streaming service is because of what it offers me. For example, CBS All Access gives me access to TV shows right after they air, as well as original content such as ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ and ‘The Twilight Zone,’” Cackett said. Will consumers enjoy the new service as it adds more content, rivalling Netflix, Hulu and Amazon? Or will Apple fall short of its already high expectations? Only time will tell after the service launches this coming fall.
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BY KORAH ROBINSON A&E EDITOR
TV SHOW: “THE ACT” Let’s talk about my most recent binge – “The Act” (2019). If you happen to be looking for a suspenseful drama based on real events, this show is the one for you. The story follows the life of Gypsy Rose and Dee Dee Blanchard, a mother-daughter duo that swindled doctors and different foundations for sick kids for years. Gypsy was forced to fake illness after illness and her mother went so far as to confine her to a wheelchair and feed her through a feeding tube. “The Act” follows their story – and Dee Dee’s unfortunate and grotesque end. While I still enjoy the premise and narrative style of the script, it does seem to be rather slow-moving to me. I understand the desire to create tension and sense of fright, along with a good story, but I would have liked to see things move just a bit faster. Since there are only eight episodes in the first season of the Hulu original series and viewers seem to have been graced with four already, the second half of this series must have to escalate quickly. I will say,
though, that this is my only complaint. In every other aspect, this show is everything one would want in a true crime tableau. I found myself slack-jawed and wide-eyed through every episode. The show succeeds in its ability to keep viewers interested week to week. While most people remember bits and pieces of the story from when it was in the news, seeing the drama unfold is a totally different thing. I found myself feeling tense and waiting for every new, horrifying detail. So if you find yourself in the slump of watching the same old shows over and over again (trust me, I’m looking in a mirror as I write this; there is no shame here), I implore you to check out “The Act.” The intensity will keep you guessing every step of the way.
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Open Mic Night serves as outlet for creatives BY KORAH ROBINSON A&E EDITOR
California Baptist University students gathered in groups April 3 at Community Life’s Open Mic Night. Different groups, solo acts and poets performed well into the night much to the enjoyment of the attendees. Hannah Curtis, junior biomedical sciences major, said the event was one of the best she attended this year. “It was well-done, ran smoothly and had snacks. There was a great atmosphere for enjoying the live music and talking with friends. It felt great being able to enjoy (the talents of fellow stu-
dents) in such a casual setting,” Curtis said. Many different acts from a number of genres performed. One notable duo included the rhythm stylings of Jake Driscoll, performing alongside Austin Dubyak, both sophomore graphic design majors, who played and sang an original song. “My hall and me supported Austin at Open Mic Night last year. We really wanted him to perform this year and he said he would only do it if I played cajón with him and I was happy to do so. I had a blast jamming (with him),” Driscoll said. Taylor Altizer, assistant director of Campus Activities and Community Life, said the event is sponsored in an effort to help students
share their talents. “We have tons of talented students on campus and this is an opportunity for them to show that,” Altizer said. “It is an eclectic, to say the least, group of students who range from performing poetry and prose to original songs and covers of older songs. It’s a very wide range of a lot of different things, so it’s a really great event to be a part of.” Community Life hosts an Open Mic Night every semester for students to showcase their talents. Anyone with a talent he or she would like to share can sign up and perform, so be sure to look out for the next one this coming fall.
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Lancer baseball earns recognition CBU’s strong Division I start earns national, conference weekly honors
ten early with the quick start has been rewarding,” said Gary Adcock, head coach of the baseball team. “But our players are focused on the long haul, not the short term and trying to make a statement in this first year in DI, whether that be as an individual or a group.” The Lancers opened conference play by winning their BY ADIT WRATSANGKA ASST. SPORTS EDITOR first-ever WAC series two games to one over preseason Winning individual awards conference favorite Grand Canand honorable mentions, Cali- yon University. The Lancers have played fornia Baptist University baseball is rolling in its first Division two ranked opponents, taking I season with a 20-12 record at one game in a three-game series against then No. 25 publication time. University of CalThe team has ifornia Santa Bartwo Western Athbara, and falling to letic Conference No. 5 Arizona State Pitcher of the Week University. Honors this seaKyle Oyama, son. Travis Booth senior business adand Angel Deglaministration mado, both graduate jor, said while the criminal justice team is doing well majors, have both there is still more won the award. The to this season. Lancers also re“So far we’ve ceived votes in the been playing well National Collegiate and off to a solid Baseball Writers Gary Adcock, start in conference, Association’s TopHead baseball coach but there is still a 30 poll. lot of season left,” The NCBWA recognition came in the orga- Oyama said. “If we stay focused nization’s Feb. 25 poll, where and stick to the game plan that CBU and New Mexico State the coaches give us, we are goUniversity were the only WAC ing to be just fine.” The current state of the programs ranked in the poll. “The notoriety we have got- team is good, but Adcock said
The notoriety we have gotten early with the quick start has been rewarding, but our players are focused on the long-haul and trying to make a statement.
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Matt Amrhein, junior business administration major and right-handed pitcher, delivers a strike in a game against Western Athletic Conference opponent Sacramento State University on March 30. Amrhein did not allow an earned run and struck out two batters in four innings of work. there are still loose ends, such as giving up too many walks, hit batters or errors, that need to be tightened. “Most, if not all of our losses have had too many free bases coupled with lack of offensive production, especially with
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runners in scoring position,” Adcock said. “Therefore, that has been our focus of late.” Being its first year in the WAC, the baseball team has had a remarkable season, Oyama said, and is on track for the goal. “(The) team goals this year
are to put our name on the map and to win the WAC title,” Oyama said. While the goal is always the top, Adcock said if they can prepare and compete to the best of their abilities consistently then they can live with any result.
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Athletes honored at annual SAAC Awards VALERIE OGORODNIKOV STAFF WRITER
The Lancer Awards is an annual spring social event, which was held March 31 by the NCAA student-athlete advisory committee in the Van Dyne Gymnasium at California Baptist University. All student-athletes were welcome to attend the ceremony, which included food, games and awards recognizing both individuals and teams. Frank Wyshinski, junior finance major, wrestler and executive officer, mentioned the nature of achievements and togetherness embodied by the event.
“This event is a nice way for all of the athletes to commemorate the year and look back on a few of the achievements that our fellow student-athletes have accomplished,” Wyshinski said. Spread around the gym were stations such as a photo booth, dessert table and a bean bag toss. “We were able to play some fun games and really build relationships with athletes from all teams,” Wyshinski said. This year marked a new milestone for CBU, with the Athletic Department transitioning to NCAA Division I and being offered even more reason to celebrate.
Student-athletes got a chance to interact in a new setting, dress nicely, have dinner together and make memories. Michaela Miller, junior health science major and advisory representative, explained what the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee handles. “The SAAC has two representatives from each team,” Miller said. “We meet throughout the year to plan events that will bring all the teams together, as well as fundraisers.” A few of the awards were Most Valuable Players, Hall of Famers, Most Intense Game, Best Comeback and Best Student-Athlete. “(The committee is) the
bridge between the teams, the school and the Athletic Department,” Miller said. “We can bring needs, concerns, requests, ideas to the leadership.” During the time of the event, student-athletes were also encouraged to turn in gently worn, used shoes to donate to the shoe drive held at the back of the gym. CBU swim and dive and the women’s volleyball team won a majority of the awards throughout the night. Rebecca Romero, junior radiological sciences major and advisory representative, revealed her favorite tradition formed by the event. “Playing Chubby Bunny is
my favorite thing about the event. It’s a tradition now,” Romero said. Rachel Keys, assistant athletic director for Academic and Student Support, said there was, unfortunately, a small turnout for the event this year. “We had about 92 individuals attend the social event. That is less than 25 percent of our student-athlete population,” Keys said. However, Keys said the committee’s canned-food drive event held each fall is popular with student-athletes. The Lancer Awards event was a successful opportunity for student-athletes to receive recognition for their efforts.
The team is currently ranked No. 4 in the conference standings with a record of 5-4. The last game of the Lancer’s inaugural DI season will be on May 18 in Las Cures, N.M. They will compete against New Mexico State.
Lancer golf readies for championship BY ADIT WRATSANGKA ASST. SPORTS EDITOR
California Baptist University women’s golf team is coming to the end of the season and will compete April 18 in the Western Athletic Conference Championship in Lakewood, Wash. Marc Machado, head coach of women’s golf, said the opponents in this tournament will be some of the toughest ones the team has faced. “Grand Canyon University is solid. New Mexico State University is extremely solid. They are probably the favorite, and Seattle University,” Machado said. “Those are probably the top three (teams).” Machado added that the women are at the top of their game, both mentally and physically. Sunny Wang, senior business administration major, said wins have given the Lancers a confidence boost coming into the end of the season. “We believe that since we won a tournament, there is no reason why we can’t win a second one,” Wang said. The women will not be able to compete and score as a team this year. Instead, they will compete individually. “Even though we are going to be scored as five individuals and can’t win (the WAC tournament) as a team, you’ll be able to look at the leader board and go, ‘Man, if CBU was playing...,’” Machado said. “Our hope and goal is that we’ll win it unofficially.” Jocelyn Chee, sophomore undeclared major, said even though the women cannot win as a team, unofficially winning the conference has been their motivation throughout the year. “Although we can’t win conference, technically, our goal for the whole year has always been to win conference score-wise,” Chee said. Before going to the WAC championship tournament, the Lancers competed at Indiana Spring Invite on April 7-8, finishing in first place.
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What is something you are looking forward to next fall?
James Sestric Sophomore English and Christian studies double major
“I’m looking forward to living with my new roommates and learning cool stuff in all my classes.”
Todd Liddell Freshman Entrepreneurship major
“I’m looking forward to being a part of Community Life and building new relationships.”
Jules Meeter Sophomore
Jake Driscoll Sophomore
Emma Royce Junior
Psychology major
Graphic design major
Psychology major
“I’m looking forward to getting “I’m looking forward to shar“I’m really excited to live with to create new relationships and ing summer memories with my really good friends, go on helping students get involved the homies.” adventures and get ready to in all the incredible events that graduate.” happen on BUSD campus. ” CBU AD OL 818.qxp_Layout 1 10/10/18 3:55 PM Page 2
Competitive colleges not perfect fit for every student
BY SIENNA DARULA MANAGING EDITOR
Deciding where you want to go to college is no easy task. Getting accepted into the correct college can be yet another challenge. Though it may sound exciting to attend an extremely selective, competitive university, perhaps it is not the best thing for everyone.
Enrolling in a university that is very selective can bring challenges. When a university is more selective, students are highly competitive within the environment. You may sit beside students who took AP classes all of high school and still passed with a 4.0 GPA. The pressure to succeed academically can take away from other aspects of life. Sure, graduating from a well-known university is impressive. However, other universities may provide just as good of an experience, or perhaps better, for students. I know someone who attended the University of California, Los Angeles, which has an acceptance rate of only 17.3 percent, before transferring to California Baptist University. At UCLA, he said he rarely spoke to professors directly and nobody invested time to help him learn.
Smaller schools can provide more personalized learning, and professors are more likely to get to know students, help them improve in their classes and maybe even find an internship or job. In the latest college admissions scandal in the United States, 50 people were charged with manipulating or bribing college admissions departments to get their children into school. Most of the people charged were wealthy elitists who wanted their children to be able to attend certain schools. The student who had poor grades but whose parent bought his or her way in is likely going to fall below high standards they cannot necessarily achieve. Appreciate attending a college that matters, that invests time and resources into you and creates valuable opportunities.
One test does not fit all
BY ABBY WOLF
ASST. A&E EDITOR Every student is familiar with the process of standardized testing. They bring their No. 2 pencils into an abnormally silent classroom where they race the clock and try not to forget what they have learned. Students have long been told that this one-size-fits-all
approach is an effective way of evaluating a student’s progress and capabilities, but educators are now joining the masses against standardized testing. Results from a 2015 survey by the National Education Association show that 70 percent of educators do not believe standardized tests are developmentally appropriate. This is because children develop different skills at different speeds. One child may not be ready for challenging reading, but he or she may excel in mathematics. At the high-school level, in preparation for the ACT and SAT, standardized testing becomes even more debilitating. The final two years of high school are an incredibly stressful time in which students have to make major decisions about their future for the first time.
Standardized tests teach students how to become master test-takers, not how to process subject matters so they transfer to long-term memory. Students do not need to add standardized tests to a pile of already overwhelming preparations. The University of California, Los Angeles, is one school offering an alternative to standardized tests. UCLA’s new testing allows students to explain their answers. Multiple choice-style tests teach students how to manipulate tests, not how to master large amounts of material. Educators at all levels should use a variety of methods to account for students at different levels; they should allow students to explain their thought process and optimize the material being learned, rather than the way to properly take a test.
College experience is what you make of it
BY NINASOPHIA STOWE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
I came into my freshman year as an English major and
invested in the Collinsworth School of Music. Now as a senior preparing to graduate this upcoming December, I’m a creative writing major and am deeply invested in the journalism program here at California Baptist University. It was many twists, turns and challenges that brought me to where I am now. I did not go into my first year of college thinking I would change my major, focus, extracurriculars or even graduate late, but here I am. Despite all the changes I underwent in my college career, I
am grateful for each and every experience I enjoyed and endured. A life of regrets is not much of a life at all. It took four years for me to learn to stop looking back in dismay or looking to the future with fear. As corny as it may sound, college truly is a once in a lifetime experience. The four or five, or maybe even six years, that one spends at a university is, for some, the most influential time of his or her life. For most students college is the first environment in which they are given freedom to shape
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It took four years for me to learn to stop looking back in dismay or looking to the future with fear.
their own future with their own decisions. There are so many experiences offered to undergraduates, specifically at CBU. In the “real world,” or in the work place, there will not always be
free T-shirts, intramural sports and Stress Relief Week perks. It is important that we do not take for granted all of the opportunities that are offered here on our campus. Yes, college is stressful and time-consuming, but it is also incredibly rewarding and fun. Each individual gets to choose how he or she will experience the time here. Will you bury yourself in your room studying and binge-watching Netflix, or will you go to the Festival of Colors and Midnight Madness? There is always something happening
on campus and a program or club for everyone. This leaves no excuse for you not making friends and the most of your time here. There’s not one path for everyone. Society tells students to have their whole life mapped out at 18, but that is not realistic. Our college career is the perfect time for students to grow, challenge themselves and change their minds. College is a safe place to explore all of the possibilities for your future and everyone should take advantage of that opportunity.
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Crossword Puzzle: Summer Break Activities
Across 1. Do not forget to bring sunscreen when you go to the _____. 3. While everyone else is having fun, you get to go to _____. 6. Visit “the happiest place on earth!” 7. Sail away from the nearest port on a _____ ship.
Down 1. Try ______ some new recipes: cake, cookies, brownies, etc. 2. Grab some friends or family and hop in the car for a _________. 4. If you are feeling crazy, jump out of a plane and go __________. 5. Appreciate the time off by resting and taking occasional ____.