Volume 67 | Issue 2 | September 21, 2019
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Amazon forest fires lack funding
The Unsheltered in riverside
BY NATHANAEL HOVDA
ASST. BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR Thousands watched as smoke billowed up from one of the world’s most famous landmarks. Around the globe, people donated to help the firefighting efforts, with governments and international corporations pledging millions, as well. That was the scene after the fire inside the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris. Since the fire on April 15, more than $1 billion has been donated to the restoration process, which works to approximately $17,000 for every square foot of the building. Today, the Amazon rain forest is on fire, and the international response pales in comparison. Even after the world’s seven most-advanced economies convened for discussion in August, less than $30 million was offered to put out the fires that threaten the ecosystem often considered to be the “lungs” of the earth. That is less than one-hundredth of
a cent for every square foot burned. The people and businesses who donated in Paris are noticeably absent, as the majority of private donations are coming from smaller nonprofits that have been advocating for the rainforest’s protection for decades. As news of the fires spread, volunteers and donations lined up to help. But in the case of the Amazon rainforest, getting people and dollars to one of those most remote locations on the planet is not easy. In most cases, groups receiving the majority of donations are sending that money to future conservation — not to the approximately 73,000 fires raging in the rainforest. Private donations, no matter how small, have played a historically significant role in stopping fires and conserving the rainforest. But this time, activists and environmentalists warn they cannot solve the problem single-handedly.
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Students study abroad from CBU BY RANDI WUFLESTAD LIFESTYLE EDITOR
A homeless woman in downtown Riverside sits outside an abandoned gas station with all of her belongings.
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Riverside seeks solutions for city’s ‘homeless situation’ BY ABIGAIL WOLF MANAGING EDITOR
BY SUMMER CLARK ASST. NEWS EDITOR
While the rate of homelessness in Riverside County has decreased in recent years, public perception is that it has increased. According to the city’s 2017 Homeless Point in Time Count, Riverside county has 1,638 unsheltered homeless people living on the streets and 814 living in shelters. This is a 12 percent decrease from the 2015 reports, and the population of sheltered and unsheltered homeless combined is currently estimated by them to be at 2,165. The Department of Public Social Services, however, estimates these numbers to be significantly higher at 2,811 for the total population, a 21 percent increase this year in comparison to 2018. One of the reasons the general public sees an increase in homeless is because of the larger number of homeless people living near popular shopping centers. Sean Sandhu, owner of a local Waba Grill, said homelessness has affected his business negatively, making it harder for customers to enter the restaurant. “It has increased small crimes — petty theft and loitering — in the area,” Sandhu said. “Because of those crimes in the area,
customers don’t feel safe enough to come to less community. Higgins, as a student at California Bapmy restaurant.” Sandhu said he believes law enforce- tist University, said he has not had firstment does much to help the community, hand experience with the Riverside County but their approach may not solve the home- homeless population but learns about it in his criminal justice courses. lessness problem in the long-term. “A big factor in homelessness is drug “(Homeless) people migrate from place to place in the county,” Shadhu said. “Law abuse. Homelessness is brought up a lot in criminal justice courses and peoenforcement does ple who are addicted to drugs will a good job handling use whatever means necessary to homeless individuget their next fix, whether that is als, but all that does crime or using friends for money,” is force homeless Higgins said. people to migrate. We In June 2019, the Riverside need more governPublic Safety Engagement team ment programs and worked with hundreds of homeprojects to keep peoless people near an industrial park. ple off the streets,” Workers there estimated between Shadhu said. Ben Higgins, juSean Sandhu, 90-95 percent of the chronically homeless turned down services nior criminal justice owner of local Waba Grill they were offered, or did not follow major, said he knows through on information. Higgins of the transportation of the homeless population between coun- noted that this is what makes drug abuse such a complex challenge. ties in California. “They are not looking at those resources “I am aware that towns and cities will pick up homeless people and bus them to there. They are looking at ‘what can I (do) other towns to get rid of homeless people to be able to get my next fix?’” Higgins said. Many homeless people may be mentally out of their town,” Higgins said. Throughout the Riverside County area, ill, physically disabled or struggle with drug there are many people and organizations who are trying to help those in the homeSEE HOMELESSNESS | PAGE 3
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Law enforcement does a good job handling homeless individuals, but all that does is force homeless people to migrate.
Studying abroad can be a life-changing experience, as students are given the opportunity to immerse themselves in other cultures while taking courses in a variety of countries. Before beginning the application process, students must attend a Study Abroad 101 information session, where they can hear from the director of Academic Engagement about study abroad options and ask questions about the process. Garrett English, director of Academic Engagement, said many students who study abroad grow from their experience and return more confident and independent. “You’re going to learn about new cultures, perspective and see new places. On a personal level, you’re going to gain a lot of lifelong friendships. You’re with students who are studying abroad for the first time as well. Just being in that close proximity — being able to travel together and study together really builds some strong friendships,” English said. English said when it comes to California Baptist University students, the most popular locations to travel to include Spain, Italy and the United Kingdom. However, there is a huge variety of countries from which students can choose. “I would encourage more students to go to Latin America and Asia because there are a lot of opportunities there, as well,” English said. In order to qualify for study abroad, first-time freshmen must complete at least a year at CBU and transfer students must complete at least a semester. CBU works with third-party organizations that have relationships with universities in other countries. Most of these companies require at least a 2.5 GPA for students to study with them. They provide academic advising and onsite assistance. “There’s an adviser that gets assigned to you and they guide you through the study abroad process. They also have residential staff on the ground that are checking in with you to make sure you’re safe,” English said. English said he believes students should consider many factors when deciding where to study abroad. This includes preferred climate, desired travel, amount of elective or general education requirements needed and whether they can speak the language of the host country. “If you’re looking to travel to a lot of countries, Australia is probably not a good option, for instance, because that would be a lot harder and more expensive. Europe could be a good option,” English said. Students can use federal aid such as California Grants or Pell
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TWIRP week brings excitement to campus BY JASMINE SEVERI ASST. NEWS EDITOR
The Woman is Required to Pay (TWIRP) Week is a long-standing tradition at California Baptist University. It was started by students and for students in 1962 and has been going strong ever since. TWIRP Week is now an official CBU event organized by CBU’s Community Life Office staff. Kristin Holderman, director of campus activities, explained the purpose of TWIRP Week and what Community Life hopes students will get out of it. “The purpose is to build community among the student body and allow for fun and unique experiences,” Holderman said. “Our hope is that students have fun, enjoy being a part of such a long-standing tradition, and make a new friend!” Holderman talked about the decision not to keep Disneyland in TWIRP Week this year.
“This year eliminating Disneyland as a part of TWIRP was one major change,” Holderman said. “We do plan on doing a stand alone CBU Disney Day in the spring.” Rebekah Barker, sophomore liberal studies major, said she was fine with Disneyland being removed from TWIRP Week this year because of the addition of a separate Disney trip. “I’ve seen that they’re doing Disneyland in February, so I’m not all that disappointed,” Barker said. “This way if you wanted to go with a guy, he can pay for his own ticket.” Alyssa Gowling, senior communication sciences and disorders major, said she enjoys doing TWIRP with friends. “Going with a date is fun, but you should never be afraid of getting a group of friends together because sometimes those are the most memorable experiences.” As a sports fan, Gowling
said she looks forward to going to the sports events offered by TWIRP Week every year. “I am a huge baseball fan, so I am excited to attend the Angels game with my good friends,” Gowling said. “The whole section is usually filled with other CBU students, which makes for a really fun and energetic environment.” Holderman explained the process of choosing events for TWIRP Week. “Our interns brainstorm each year on what students want to see offered,” Holderman said. “We look for event opportunities that have a large capacity, are reasonably priced, and great for people to attend on their own, with a date or with friends.” Gowling said she thinks Community Life does a great job of picking activities for a wide range of interests. “TWIRP is a really fun tradition that gets people excited
early on in the school year,” Gowling said. “I love that TWIRP gives us fun and cheap activities to do with our friends, and also (an opportunity) to meet new people.” Students will not want to miss out on all the activities TWIRP Week has to offer this year, so it is important to purchase tickets before they sell out. Students can go by themselves, with friends or with a date for each night of entertainment. TWIRP Week is a way to get to know fellow students and have a fun bonding experience to remember for years to come. Students who purchase tickets to any TWIRP Week event will be eligible for a giveaway at the Monday Night Football event, and the person with the best costume at the Barn Dance will win a prize. TWIRP Week tickets are on sale now in the Community Life Lounge located in Lancer Plaza.
Hurricane Dorian clean-up continues in the Bahamas BY JESSICA CEJALVO ASST. NEWS EDITOR
Hurricane Dorian, the first major event of the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season, first developed Aug. 24 as a tropical wave in the Central Atlantic. Today, volunteers continue clean-up and recovery efforts across the Bahamas. Dorian reached Category 5 on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale on Sept. 1 when it struck the Bahamas. It is the strongest Atlantic hurricane since Wilma in 2005, and one of the most powerful storms on record to ever hit the Atlantic Ocean. Dr. Jacob Lanphere, associate professor of environmental science, explained the long-term effects of a hurricane. “The long-term effect of Hurricane Dorian environmentally is the disruption of the food webs
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Nolan Enriquez,
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and bio-diversity. Species get moved around, which introduces invasive species. Also, a general loss of older trees that produce a particular soil will be lost,” Lanphere said. Lanphere also explained whether there is a connection between global warming and Hurricane Dorian. “It may contribute slightly — it’s tough to say. It’s a hard button to push. Global warming is more of a political escape because global warming has always been a consistent factor in our environment and
is continuously changing,” Lanphere said. Recovery teams have made their way to the most heavily hit islands in the Bahamas. As of Sept. 20, the death toll from Dorian’s strike was 51, but this number is expected to rise. Hundreds of residents are missing and more than 70,000 are homeless. There are roughly 1,300 people missing despite the official death toll only being at 51. Recovery teams are still recovering bodies and reports of the number of dead have not been updated. Lanphere said there is much Christians can contribute to aid victims of natural disasters. “We live in a fallen world. In devastating situations like these the best thing anyone can do is work together to get through these problems. In disasters, the church really shines because the church is a unified community and is
always the first group to arrive,” Lanphere said. The storm decreased from its powerful Category 5 standing on Sept. 7 and 8. Hurricane Dorian also struck eastern Canada, causing wind damage and bringing heavy rainfall. “It’s a heartbreaking thing to hear about. These people were living their lives like any other day and then this terrible situation occurs,” said Jesse Breslin, junior computer science major. Nolan Enriquez, junior commercial music major, expressed his heartache for the Bahamas. “It’s a tough situation for any person to have to experience. My prayers go out to the Bahamas,” Enriquez said. Hurricane Dorian is tied with the 1935 Labor Day hurricane for the highest sustained winds at landfall in an Atlantic hurricane.
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abuse. Ultimately, many people do not have answers to the challenging problems that homelessness presents. “Homelessness is an issue in the criminal justice system that will fester for as long as we have the system,” Higgins said. “As a Christian going into the criminal justice field, the best thing to do is just pray for them, but you can’t make legislation for that.” While some suggest prison as a way for drug abusers to stay clean, Higgins said he was concerned with this strategy. “Statistically speaking, we are at 200 — 300 percent capacity in our prisons and jails and 80 percent of those incarcerated are incarcerated because of drug-related issues. Just arresting people won’t fix the issue,” Higgins said. Having a large homeless population can also increase crimes, such as car break-ins and theft in many communities. Because of this, businesses in Riverside frequently hire security guards to watch over the community. Derrick Garcia, security guard at a local shopping center, said he believes the homeless population is the reason he is assigned to secure the area.
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Kelsie Stevens | Banner Darcy, a homeless woman in Riverside, works to repair a bike with her dog, Rowdy, at a park downtown. “To a point, no one, especially older women or mothers, likes shopping around homeless people,” Garcia said. Garcia said this has a negative impact on local businesses. “Some stores lose business because (homeless people) are hanging around the area. They scare a lot of people just because they are homeless and some are mentally unstable,” Garcia said. The California Homeless Emergency Aid Program and the California Emergency Solu-
tions and Housing Program have already granted Riverside County $10.02 million in assistance this year. Yet, many locals have seen little change. While the solution to the homeless situation may not arrive right away, there are still practical things students can do to help the homeless community in the meantime. Higgins shared some of his suggestions. “Pray for them. Do not hand out money to the homeless. If you have some extra cash on
you, go somewhere and buy them some food,” Higgins said. “You don’t know if they are actually going to use that money for good or for evil. Go get them a sandwich if you actually want to help.” For more information on rates of homelessness in Riverside, resources for those on the verge of homelessness and volunteer opportunities to aid organizations that fight homelessness, visit www.endhomeless.info.
National Parks welcome electric bikes BY SOFIA ENEQVIST NEWS EDITOR
BY SUMMER CLARK ASST. NEWS EDITOR
National Parks Services (NPS) announced on August 30 that President Donald J. Trump has issued an executive order allowing electric bikes in National Parks. According to the press release from NPS, “This new policy will enable visitors to use e-bikes, low-speed electric bicycles with power assistance, allowing them on park roads, paved or hardened trails, areas designated for off-road motor vehicle use and where traditional bikes are allowed.” Dr. Keanon Alderson, professor of business, said he believes this will be a great way to attract visitors and increase
business at national parks. “I am a big believer of giving people choice. The chances of attendance going up are higher because it gives people something new to do. Maybe they have been to the same national park for years but now with this they have a chance to do it in a completely different way” Alderson said. Alderson’s only concern was the unintended consequences of the new notion. He brought up the importance of park officials putting the law under a 30-50 day implementation to evaluate its success. Danielle Dagan, planning research associate at the Great Basin Institute at Joshua Tree, said electric bikes have not yet had a major impact on that national park. “We have very little trail
in the park that bikes are permitted on currently,” Dagan said. “We don’t see a lot of bike use as of right now; I suspect because the park is fairly sandy. I do not think we are going to see much electric bike use (in the future), but we will see.” Dagan said because of the landscape of Joshua Tree National Park, they do not anticipate changes to the park in order to accommodate electric bikes. “We do not have any plans to add more trails at this time as we do not have a huge number of bicyclists,” Dagan said. Cooper Strull, sophomore business major, said he appreciated national parks and the opportunity to bike in them. “National parks are a very underrated piece of America’s
culture. Not many people value or visit them as much as they should. Bike riding is a great way to take in the surrounding nature because you can control your speed and see more at a faster pace,” Strull said. Strull added, however, that he was not a fan of the new proposal regarding electric bikes. “I am not sure I agree with the electric bikes; it defeats the purpose of experiencing nature. What makes national parks so special is how untouched they are; bringing technology into them devalues the experience,” Strull said. Despite the mixed responses to the allowance of electric bikes in national parks, the new proposal could help bring new people into the parks to enjoy nature.
Amazon rainforest fires threaten native communities and wildlife BY SOFIA ENEQVIST NEWS EDITOR
More than 70,000 fires have broken out in the Amazon rainforest since the start of 2019, according to a report by The Washington Post. The Amazon rainforest spans eight countries, making up about 40 percent of South America. While there is no definitive explanation as to why the fires started, Brazil’s National Institute for Space Research alleges the fires were started by order of President Jair Bolsonaro for development purposes. Near the Amazon fires, approximately one million residents who live in the Brazilian part of the Amazon basin are sick, worried and angry. The fires are affecting people and nature, in a tragedy harming all aspects of humanity. Dr. Bonjun Koo, professor of environmental science, said the Amazon is the most bio-diverse terrestrial place on the planet. He emphasized that the population in the surrounding area is not the only thing that will be affected. “The outstanding bio-diversity in the Amazon isn’t only important for the natural ecosystems; it also provides many benefits to us humans. The plants and animals there are used for food, research, medicines and textiles,” Koo said. “For the thousands of mammal, reptile, amphibian and bird species that live in the Amazon, the wildfires’
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impact will come in two phases: one immediate and one long-term.” Despite the disturbing amount of destruction, Koo said he is confident the rainforest will be restored within time. Koo estimated that 28,000 hectares of degraded areas will be restored under the Amazon Sustainable Landscapes Program by 2023. However, restoration will be a long process — one that will continue long after this generation. “For the landscape to truly regain its native identity it will take a lot longer — up to 4,000 years,” Koo said. The effects of fires in the Amazon rainforest region often referred to as the planet’s “lungs” are being felt all around the world. Brazil is one of the world’s leading suppliers of soy and beef. The fires are said to have caused a shortage of both products, resulting in increased prices. Dr. Bob Namvar, professor of economics, gave an economic perspective on the issue. Namvar expressed the urgency of the situation and said the fires will have a negative impact on imports, exports
and the job market. “The fires are affecting the countries exports, which will affect their economy. When the job market is failing, there are not enough people to produce exports, which causes a lack of spending,” Namvar said. “It is a cycle. Less employment leads to less spending, (which) leads to less production, less jobs and so forth.” Rachel Toenjes, junior liberal studies major, said she was concerned about the fires not being covered enough in the media. “It is a major issue and environmental concern that should be more publicized in our media,” Toenjes said. “I don’t have any personal ties to the Amazon, but knowing how much of our wildlife and ecosystems it has an effect on, it hurts my heart that it is dying.” Organizations around the world are working to raise money for the Amazon. The Rainforest Trust, a nonprofit organization, has saved more than 23 million acres since 1988. Namvar said the key to helping contain the fires and prevent future deforestation is better technology. He is confident the economy will fix itself in time. Natural regeneration is going to be an automatic solution for the Amazon. However, this solution can only be fulfilled by collective aid and support of countries from around the world.
The Inland Empire has experienced three earthquakes, since Aug. 29 all of which had a magnitude above 3.0. On Aug. 29, Redlands experienced a 3.0 magnitude earthquake. On Sept. 1, a 3.3 magnitude earthquake struck Lake Elsinore. Lastly, on Sept. 10, a 4.0 magnitude earthquake with an epicenter in Wildomar was also felt by students at California Baptist University. Although these earthquakes were not centered in Riverside, the city itself lies on the San Andreas Fault system. Because pressure is building on the San Andreas fault line, weather forecasters are expecting larger shifts coming in the future. Researchers at the University of California, Irvine, say California residents should prepare for what they are calling “the big one.” Their research shows that a recently discovered fault system connected to the San Andreas Fault is actively building up pressure. The discovery of new fault lines in California is leading researchers to believe there is more beneath than just the San Andreas fault. UCI researchers said they believe the earthquakes have more in common than they previously thought. A recent 3.5 magnitude earthquake with an epicenter in Huntington Beach hit on Sept. 14. Another hit on Sept. 16 in Coachella with a 3.8 magnitude. Beneath the Coachella Valley lies a major portion of the San Andreas fault. Because there has not been an earthquake in the area for hundreds of years, its high pressure raises its risk level. In the event that Riverside is hit with more than just an aftershock, it is important to know what to do in an earthquake and how to prepare for one. Students can visit www.ready.gov/earthquakes to learn more about how to prepare for an earthquake.
Professor helps students in Malawi BY JASMINE SEVERI ASST. NEWS EDITOR
Stacy Meyer, adjunct professor of education at California Baptist University, trained village preschool teachers in Malawi from Aug. 7-21, working with a faith-based organization called Sub—Saharan African Family Enrichment (SAFE). SAFE does many things, but the area Meyer works with is called Building Understanding in Literacy Development (BUILD), which is a pilot program for preschools. Meyer explained that the focus of BUILD is preparing the children for primary school and meeting their nutritional and educational needs. “More than 50 percent of the children have stunted brain growth because they don’t have proper nutrition,” Meyer said. “By starting preschool programs, they can be sure that children are getting fed at least one solid meal a day. They’re not just there to meet the need of feeding them. Our attempt also is to educate them.” Teaching the children about God is also an important part of the program. “How do you explain to them that they were made in the image of God and they’re important, (when) that’s not a cultural thing for them?” Meyer said. “If they don’t have that as a foundation — understanding who they are in Christ — then it doesn’t matter what type of educational strategies we take for them because everything is built on that foundation.” Kayla Malins, first-year graduate student, was a student of Meyer’s who helped put some of the curriculum
Courtesy of Stacy Meyer Stacy Meyer meets with a team of preschool teachers at a village in Mawali, Africa, sharing new teaching materials. together. “I work at a preschool which is a Christian preschool, so (Meyer) thought to reach out to me to get our biblical curriculum, and (learn) how to incorporate that into a preschool,” Malins said. Mandy Themm, adjunct professor of education, said she admires Meyer, with whom she has worked for two years. “Stacy is one of the hardest-working, most diligent professors I’ve worked alongside,” Themm said. “She has very good character and integrity.” This year, Meyer’s daughter is also a senior at CBU. Meyer said she knew right away that CBU was special, and she hopes to make a program for CBU students involved in early childhood development and education to get involved with BUILD and the work they are doing in Malawi. For more information on SAFE, visit gogograndmothers.com.
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Hello Autumn! Average Fall Temperatures in Riverside
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’Inland: A Novel’ — Téa Obreht This novel follows the stories of two very different people on the frontier in 1983. Follow a tough pioneer woman and a former outlaw and wait to see how their stories intertwine. ‘Everything Inside: Stories’ — Edwidge Danticat This collection of short stories is great for those who enjoy a quick read. Meet a man who considers his life as he falls to his death in one story and a marriage that ends with unspeakable consequences in another. ‘The Water Dancer: A Novel’ — Ta-Nehisi Coates For those who enjoyed his work on ‘Black Panther,’ this novel tells the story of a boy born into slavery and the loss of his mother. After discovering he has supernatural powers, the boy will go on a journey to escape his home. ‘The Dutch House: A Novel’ — Ann Patchett This story spans five decades and is a dark fairy tale about two siblings who are thrown into poverty after being exiled by their stepmother.
“L i f e s tarts al l ov er a ga i n when i t g e t s cr i sp i n t h e f al l . ” -F. Scott Fitzgerald
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Malibu Creek State Park — 1925 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, CA At this site located only 25 miles from downtown Los Angeles, visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, fishing, bird watching, mountain biking, rock climbing and horseback riding. The state park offers views along a 15-mile creek, volcanic rock gorges, scenic pools and views of the Las Virgenes Valley and Malibu Canyon. Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden — 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA The LA County Arboretum and Botanic Garden offers 127 acres of plants, natural landscapes, wildlife and historic buildings. Enjoy a peaceful afternoon at this location not too far from California Baptist University. Idyllwild Nature Center — 25225 Highway 243 , Idyllwild, CA Drive up into the San Jacinto Mountains for a day to experience Idyllwild’s calm environment among the tall pine trees. This area still maintains a small-town atmosphere distinct from other places in Southern California. Big Bear Lake, CA Head up the hill to Big Bear Lake to enjoy autumn colors and falling leaves. Explore all the town has to offer during this season, including boutiques, gift shops and restaurants. Lake Arrowhead — Lake Arrowhead Village, Dockside Located 40 miles northeast of California Baptist University, Lake Arrowhead resides in the San Bernardino National Forest, which is often referred to as “The Alps of Southern California.” There are numerous outdoor activities to enjoy in the area, including hiking, backpacking, bicycling, fishing and much more.
Fall Bucket List Go apple-picking Visit a pumpkin patch Drink apple cider Drink hot cocoa Go on a hayride Make s’mores Have a movie night Decorate with fall colors Jump on a pile of leaves
“I am so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.”
Spooky Season Bucket List Go trick-or-treating DIY a Halloween costume Watch scary movies Visit a Halloween-themed amusement park
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Club Fair attracts new members Sleep enhances all elements of life BY RANDI WUFLESTAD LIFESTYLE EDITOR
This fall semester Club Fair at California Baptist University took place Sept. 13, and featured more than 50 new and existing clubs. Students were able to connect with clubs pertaining to their individual career aspirations, interests and passions. One new group at the annual club fair this year was the CBU Art Therapy and Wellness club. Olivia Cain, senior communication sciences and disorders major, said the club plans to meet and do art together with art therapy prompts for the purpose of personal wellness and emotional health. “We want to encourage mental health and art within the community,” Cain said. Also new to CBU is the Growth in Healthcare Club, which plans to connect students with an interest in healthcare to job opportunities at hospitals in the area. Ommi Patel, junior health science major, said she started the club because many students do not know how to get connected at these hospitals or how to start building their resumes for their future in healthcare. “A lot of students have come to me saying they have no idea how I got a job at Kaiser, so I gave them all the resources and they started doing it too,” Patel said. “From there, I reached out to hospitals and got their information so I could give it to other students. We act as a bridge to help people get connected, but for healthcare administration students, we also help them
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Caleb Ali (center), freshman mechanical engineering major, and Joshua Ali, freshman graphic design major, spin a wheel at ‘The Office’ fan club tent. build resumes, hold workshops and help them find jobs.” The Marketing club also made an appearance at the Club Fair for the first time this year. Matthew Ressler, junior marketing major, said the club will bring together different ways for students of all majors to get connected within the marketing world outside of campus. “We’re going to be partnering with a local business in Murrieta and helping them with their marketing plan,” Ressler said. “Our end goal is to educate people beyond the classroom and give them that hands-on experience the classroom doesn’t provide.” Ressler also said the club hopes to open the door to non-marketing major students and show them that marketing
can be a useful skillset to obtain for many different disciplines. Returning to the Club Fair for a fourth year is the Pre-Physical Therapy Club, which aims to prepare students for a career in physical therapy. Jan Edmisten, faculty adviser for the Pre-Physical Therapy Club, said the club is intentional in its approach to preparing students for physical therapy school. “We talk about everything you need to do to apply to PT school. Our upperclassmen walk the underclassmen through that process — where to get your clinical hours, where to get your recommendations,” Edmisten said. Another club that has continued for more than 10 years is the Environmental Science Club.
Katelyn Murphy, senior environmental science major, said the club seeks to educate students about the importance of environmental health. This year, for the first time, the club is organizing a beach and river clean-up. “We’re pairing with an organization that does (clean-up events) and so the whole club will go out and clean up. Along with this, we will also be doing our monthly street clean-up on Monroe Street,” Murphy said. Anyone interested in joining a club on campus, can visit the Clubs and Organizations page under the Community Life tab on the CBU website. On this page, students can find contact information as well as a calendar with every club’s meeting time.
Sleep enhances health in all aspects of life. Yet, it can be difficult for college students to get enough sleep. Between homework, classes, jobs, sports and friends there is not enough time for college students to rest. However, lack of sleep can negatively affect performance in other areas, as well as student’s mental and physical health conditions. It is difficult for the brain to retain any information without rest, so late-night studying can become less helpful. It is more beneficial for students to go to sleep rather than attempting to stay up all night to study. Without sleep, the body cannot restore itself. Unhealthy sleep schedules prohibit the brain from thinking effectively. Dr. Ana Gamez, associate professor of forensic psychology, said college students in this generation are getting an average of an hour and a half less sleep than college students 20 years ago. This is a result of a variety of factors such as the amount of time young people spend on their cellphones. Looking at a bright screen before falling asleep tells the body that the sun is still up, which greatly disrupts the sleep cycle. “Don’t use your cell
phone or your computer after the sun goes down. Go to bed at the same time and get up at the same time every morning. You will find that it enhances performance in all areas if you have healthy sleep hygiene,” Gamez said. Adriana Herrera, senior psychology and sociology double major, explained how lack of sleep affects her. “Lack of sleep causes fatigue because it affects cognitive and motor skills, which prevents me from concentrating in my classes. I find myself thinking about when I am going to be able to get more sleep,” Herrera said. Students need sleep to do well in their classes. Getting enough sleep will enhance performance in all areas of life. Deanna Alcaron, senior marketing major and softball player, said sleep has always been a priority for her. “Although my schedule is super busy, I still make sure I am getting enough sleep for optimal performance and energy for my day. Making sure I start my homework early and spending less time eating out are some ways I am able to get to bed on time,” Alcaron said. Sleep hygiene is necessary for academic success. Not prioritizing sleep can negatively affect other areas of life, but investing in a healthy sleep schedule will allow people to perform with maximum energy throughout the day.
Outdoor Adventure takes trips to many places BY SOPHIE GRAVITT
ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR Everyone has heard this question at least once: “Are you a mountains or beach kind of person?” This question can serve as a way to break the ice meeting new people, discover common interests or simply to get to know someone better. One advantage of living in Riverside is having easy access to both the mountains and the beach. Residents of other states do not always have the opportunity to regularly visit these types of locations. Community Life at California Baptist University hosts a variety of Outdoor Adventure trips to the beach and the mountains throughout the year. Most students who are from California are more interested in visiting the mountains, while students who are from out of state tend to prefer beach activities. Tyler Cox, director of Recreation Programs, said he has always enjoyed the outdoors because he grew up in the mountains. He was shocked to discover that many CBU students have never experienced camping. Cox explained that Outdoor Adventure trips at CBU give students the chance to try something they have never tried before.
“Surprisingly, about 50 percent of students that sign up for Outdoor Adventure trips have never been camping, which is why Outdoor Adventure trips are so important. They give students the chance to experience something that they haven’t before,” Cox said. Many students discover they adore the outdoors after participating in Outdoor Adventure trips, which leads them to plan trips of their own. These trips can open students’ eyes to the wonders of the outdoors, which is something they may have never before noticed. “The outdoors is a passion of mine, and outdoor adventure at CBU lets me share that passion with the four Outdoor Adventure interns, who then share that passion with the students. The goal of Outdoor Adventures is to introduce students to the outdoors and draw a passion out of them so they can carry it on and share it with others,” Cox said. Melanie Guerrero, junior nursing and intercultural studies double major, works at Camp Pondo, located near Big Bear, Calif. Even though she spends a significant amount of time in the mountains, Guerrero said she still prefers the beach because it is peaceful. “At the beach, there is way more oppor-
tunity to relax and experience more interaction with people than you would in the mountains. There is sunlight, beautiful sunsets and you can wear anything. The only bad thing is that you might get sunburned,” Guerrero said. A major factor that determines whether students choose to go to the beach or the mountains is the weather. During summer, the Recreation Center sees a high demand for beach rentals, such as surfboards and boogie boards, but during the fall or winter months, tents, kayaks and sleeping bags are most popular. Samantha Timblin, sophomore applied theology major, said she prefers the mountains over the beach. “There are endless things to do in the mountains, and it is fun all year-round in cold or warm weather, whereas the beach isn’t the best during winter,” Timblin said. Whether people prefer the beach, the mountains or are torn between both, experiencing the outdoors is always beneficial and enjoyable for most. CBU Outdoor Adventures are a great way to try new things and explore new places. To sign up for these trips or find more information, visit the Recreation Rental window behind the Community Life Lounge.
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Garret English, director of Academic Engagement, tells prospective study abroad students the importance of studying abroad during a presentation at the Study Abroad 101 meeting.
Grants to cover study abroad expenses. However, institutional aid such as CBU scholarships or grants cannot be applied. Stephanee Fontanilla, junior communication sciences and disorders major, studied abroad at the American University of Rome in Italy for one month during the summer of 2018. “It took some getting used to the living areas, the lifestyle and learning the language, even for basic things like ordering food and gelato,” Fontanilla said. “It was interesting to apply what I learned in my classes to the places we visited, as well as interacting with the Italian people. I also met a lot of new friends from other schools who I still keep in touch with occasionally.” Fontanilla said she learned a lot about the Catholic Church
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San Jose, Costa Rica, during the spring of 2019. Duncan said studying abroad gave her a new perspective on life by giving her an opportunity to learn about a different culture and way of life. “The first month was an adjustment that involved several huge travel trips, confusion, stress and a lot of social life as I was trying to make new friends for my term abroad,” Duncan said. “The second month involved a lot of determination to get myself adjusted, comfortable and learn to be respectful by fitting into their society.” Study Abroad 101 information sessions are usually held three times a month in the Business Building, Room 212. Students interested in study abroad can contact English, check out the study abroad page on InsideCBU, or follow @ cbu_goes_abroad on Instagram to stay up-to-date on upcoming session dates.
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September 21, 2019 · Volume 67 · Issue 2
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Randi Wuflestad, junior journalism and new media major, begins to carefully hot-glue the finishing touches to her custom pillows that will decorate her dorm room.
Lifestyle Tries: Trendy throw pillows BY RANDI WUFLESTAD LIFESTYLE EDITOR
Looking for a creative way to decorate your dorm room without overspending on trendy pillows? Have no fear, Lifestyle Tries is back to replenish each and every student’s low cravings. Making handmade pillows is actually not as daunting of a task as it seems and it can be a fun way to personalize any space and make a dorm room feel more like home. There are two different pillow types included in this DIY. The fringe-lace pillow is a bit more difficult, but the finished product looks storebought. The patterned-tassel pillow is easier for those who want a less time-consuming DIY but still want something that looks unique. Required supplies for the fringe-lace pillow include one yard of solid white fabric, one roll of lace trim, white yarn, one roll of rope trim, a hot glue gun or needle and thread, a pencil, a ruler, a 3-by-5 inch piece of cardboard and one 12-ounce bag of polyester fiber pillow filling. This pillow should take around two hours to complete. All of these supplies can easily be found at Joanne’s Fabric store, Walmart and Michaels. • Step One: Take the white fabric and fold it
in half. Using a pencil and ruler, draw a 12-by-12 inch square. Then, take a pair of scissors and cut the square out. • Step Two: Sew along three sides of the square, leaving one side open so it can be folded inside out. This step can also be substituted with the use of a hot glue gun. • Step Three: Fold the pillow case inside out. Then, take the roll of lace trim and cut three strips to the length of the fabric vertically. Glue the first strip to the fabric about 2 inches from the left side. Repeat this step. • Step Four: Using the white yarn and 3 x 5 piece of cardboard, wrap the yarn around the longer side 20 times, making sure to cover the cardboard evenly. The yarn should then cover about 2 1/5 inches of the cardboard. • Step Five: Cut the yarn at both ends of the cardboard and remove the cardboard from between the yarn. • Step Six: Hot glue a single line next to the lace and place the yarn over the middle of the line. Glue another line above this spot over the yarn. Next, fold it over so the remaining yarn is not covering the lace. Repeat this step until the row is complete. • Step Seven: Take the roll of rope and cut to
the length of the pillow vertically. Glue this strip along the lace, on the left side. • Step Eight: Repeat steps four through seven one more time. • Step Nine: Going the opposite direction, repeat steps four through seven two more times. The middle lace strip should have two rope strands glued on the sides. • Step 10: Fill the pillow with polyester fiber fill. Finally, glue the final edge together. It may help to fold and safety pin the edges to make sure the side is glued evenly. Once these steps have been completed, the fringe lace pillow is complete. Supplies needed to create the pattern-tassel pillow include 1 yard of any patterned fabric, white yarn, a hot glue gun or needle and thread, a pencil, a ruler, a 3-by-5 inch piece of cardboard and one 12-ounce bag of pillow stuffing. This pillow should take about one hour to complete. • Step One: With the patterned side facing up, fold the fabric together. Then, with a pencil and ruler, draw a 17 x 7 inch rectangle on the fabric and cut away any excess fabric, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edge. • Step Two: Sew along three sides leaving one 7 inch side open so it can be folded inside out.
This step can be completed using a hot glue gun, as well. • Step Three: Fold the pillow inside out. The patterned side should now be facing out. Now, stuff the pillow with polyester fiber pillow filling and sew or glue the final edge together. • Step Four: To make the tassels, take the 3-by5 piece of cardboard and wrap the yarn around the shorter side about 30 times. Next, take scissors and cut the yarn at one end of the cardboard. • Step Five: Remove the cardboard from between the yarn. Afterward, tie another small strand of yarn around the yarn that is connected. This will create a small ball of yarn with the remaining ends still exposed. Repeat this step until six tassels are created. • Step Six: Glue the tassels to each corner of the pillow. Then, take the remaining two tassels and glue them in between the others. There should now be three tassels on both ends of the pillow. Finally, the pillows are complete and ready to liven up a dorm room. If you decide to complete this DIY, be sure to post a picture on Instagram and #Lancercam for a chance to be featured on the @cbulancermedia Instagram page or in the next issue of The Banner. Happy crafting!
Being an RA extends experience, disciplines for building character BY RANDI WUFLESTAD LIFESTYLE EDITOR
Being a resident adviser at California Baptist University comes with its fair share of responsibility, but some say the opportunity to build relationships and help others is a highly rewarding task. Resident advisers, or RAs, are devoted student-leaders who work with the Office of Residence Life. As an RA, students are expected to lead by example, assist their residents if they need help, and enforce living area rules to ensure the safety and responsibility of every student. RAs also have the chance to build relationships with their residents, care for them, and act as someone residents can come to with any problem, whether big or small. Gabriela Zamora, junior health science and pre-physician assistant studies double major, is an RA for the North Colony Apartments. Zamora said she became an RA because of the great relationship she had with her former RA.
“My RA was a friend to me whenever I needed one and I wanted to be that open door and friend to others,” Zamora said. Jacqui Koster, junior nursing major, is beginning her second year as an RA in East Colony. Koster said being an RA allowed her the chance to develop a sense of community around campus and interact with many people on a daily basis. “I wanted to make an impact in women’s lives in my age group and show them that people care for them unconditionally,” Koster said. “(As an RA) you are challenged daily. You get to invest into so many lives and make such a difference in the community at CBU.” Mckenna Liardon, resident director for University Place women, said if students are looking to get involved and want to serve their peers, they should consider being an RA. “While we are not looking for one specific ‘type’ of RA because we highly value different personalities and experiences, we ask that all RAs have
a growing relationship with the Lord and are committed to serving others, growing in their own leadership and being a reliable, responsible and trustworthy student-leader who truly leads by example,” Liardon said. Liardon also said RA positions consist of many responsibilities but also provide experience that may be useful in student’s desired careers. “As an RA, you wear many ‘hats.’ You learn a variety of skills and disciplines that could help you in whatever comes next career-wise after CBU. We consider RA to be an internship position due to its highly involved nature, so it ends up looking great on a resume, as well,” Liardon said. Students who are interested in applying should keep an eye out for emails and postings about the student leadership application process that will open later this fall. Students can also follow @cburezlife on Instagram to stay up to date on due dates and learn more about upcoming events and the interview process.
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UP Men residents Jamall Bradshaw (left to right), senior criminal justice major, and Josiah Franklin, junior business administration major, watch RA Dakota Whipple, junior behavioral science major, prepare pretzel toppings for a Residence Life event.
Bullet journaling provides diverse methods of self-discovery BY SOPHIE GRAVITT
ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR Journaling can be a form of expressing creativity, organizing ideas, planning daily agendas, documenting memories or venting about thoughts. A bullet journal can be all of these things rolled into one. Kaitlyn Merced, junior Christian studies major, has been using a bullet journal for three years. By combining inspiration from YouTube videos with her own ideas, she was able to create a journal that fit her perfectly. “The biggest benefit to using the bullet journal method is that
you can customize it to your own needs. Sometimes I need to write a grocery list in it, other days I just need to jot down a couple tasks. I absolutely love how flexible it is,” Merced said. The most important thing about keeping a bullet journal is making sure it is personalized. It is also helpful to correlate pages in the journal with one specific theme. Themes can represent stages of time or sections of a journal. For example, themes can correlate with each month or each week, or they can correlate with topics in a journal, such as planning, thoughts, ideas, interests, reminders and more.
Michelle Zarate, sophomore psychology major, said she enjoys keeping a bullet journal because it is a source of creativity for her. In her journal, she creates yearly outlooks that are an overall reflection of her year. Additionally, she records her change in music tastes, significant quotes and taped-in souvenirs. “My bullet journal has helped me make sense of my thoughts by putting them on paper, and keep events and assignments all in one customized place that’s catered to me because I built my bullet journal for that purpose,” Zarate said. Bullet journals can be intim-
idating because Pinterest and other sites have set high artistic expectations for bullet journals. However, this should be no reason to refrain from starting one. Starting a bullet journal may require a significant amount of trial-and-error in order to find personal preferences, but once journaling becomes a habit, it becomes simple. “Tips that I would give to those thinking of starting a bullet journal are not being so caught up in it looking ‘aesthetically pleasing’ because at the end of the day, this journal is yours — made by you, for you and no one else,” Zarate said. Bullet journaling can be a
source of therapy for some, and an agenda for others. Even for those who do not enjoy writing, journaling can be important because it allows internal feelings to be processed in an external way. Dr. Berniece Alspach, associate professor of English, has been keeping a journal since she first started college. She said she recognizes that journaling looks differently for everyone, but it always has the same benefits. “Journals help identify emotions and seek out healthy ways to articulate and address them. There are other ways to journal that don’t include words. Perhaps for you, illustrations might
take the place of words. We all need to learn to express ourselves well according to our own interests. Journaling is a great way to practice communicating with others,” Alspach said. The thought of creating a bullet journal can be overwhelming since there are multiple options to explore and many things to potentially incorporate, but do not fret. However, it is easier than one would initially think because bullet journals have few universal requirements. It can be anything anyone wants it to be. Bullet journals can express creative interests, agendas, favorites and more.
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PERSPECTIVES September 21, 2019 · Volume 67· Issue 2
Riverside County faces high rates of homelessness
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1. Darcy, a homeless woman in Riverside, and her dog, Rowdy, enjoy an ice cream bar together in a local park. 2. Rowdy keeps an eye out for unwanted guests. 3. A stroller full of belongings sits alone in a park while its owner
uses the restroom. 4. A homeless man sleeps in a warm spot in a local park. 5. Laura, a homeless woman in Riverside and friend of Darcy, lets Rowdy lick ice cream off of her finger.
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September 21, 2019 · Volume 67 · Issue 2
Soccer begins in right direction BY CULLEN HOLT SPORTS EDITOR
California Baptist University’s women’s soccer team went 12-5-1 in its inaugural Division I season, notching the highest win total for the program since 2013. This season, the Lancers are headed in the right direction once again. At 5-2-1, CBU is testing itself with a challenging nonconference schedule as it prepares for the Western Athletic Conference portion of its season. The Lancers went 4-4 in conference play last season and were picked to finish seventh in the WAC preseason coaches’ poll. Head Coach Kristen St. Clair enters her 13th season as the head coach, leading CBU through NAIA competition, on to Division II and now into DI. “We are really excited,” St. Clair said. “We have a special team working hard, but we are very young so there will be some learning curves.” For Ari Coronado, sophomore kinesiology major and forward, being a returner and getting set to enter the team's second year in the WAC has given the Lancers momentum. “Starting the season off with high intensity and determination has definitely helped us get three wins to start our season,” Coronado said. “We have a team that is willing to put in the extra work and help guide our new players to understand our motto, which is designed to go far.” Rola Badawiya, junior communication studies major and forward, played two seasons at California State University, Long Beach, before transferring to CBU and the city where
she went to high school. “This year's team is something special and I am so glad I decided to come back close to home and represent the city I grew up in,” Badawiya said. “We have had some highs and lows, but mostly highs, and I'm excited to see what's to come.” CBU lost just one nonconference game last season, but split their eight matches in the WAC. This year, the Lancers are looking to carry nonconference success into the conference portion of their schedule. “The nonconference games we have been playing have definitely prepared us for the conference games coming up by teaching us how to be composed and when to fight when we need to,” Badawiya said. Despite having seven seniors on the roster, the team is made up mostly of underclassmen. The Lancers also added some important transfers this season. St. Clair said the older athletes and returners have been instrumental in the team’s growth. “Our special upperclassmen have done a good job demonstrating what it means to be a CBU Lancer in how they carry themselves and approach the game, their prep and their education,” St. Clair said. “They have done a tremendous job of helping the underclassmen develop and come along.” After a 2-0 win over the University of Idaho, the Lancers turn their attention to a home match against California Polytechnic State University as they enter the final week of nonconference. CBU's first WAC matchup will be Oct. 4 on the road against California State University, Bakersfield.
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Rola Badawiya, junior communication studies major, maneuvers the ball past College of the Holy Cross Crusaders’ Samantha Peters, senior, and helps lead the Lancers to victory by scoring the first goal of the game.
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Cassidy Dennison, sophomore business administration major, gathers with her team before facing University of California, Riverside's volleyball team in 2018.
Volleyball tested on road BY ADIT WRATSANGKA ASST. SPORTS EDITOR
California Baptist University's women's volleyball team started their pre-season games on Aug. 30. With a 3-6 record, the Lancers are using early-season tournaments to prepare them for long-term success. “As far as how pre-season is going, we had a rough start but we have been winning more games and doing a lot better as a team,” said Hana Okuhara, sophomore health science major and setter. Branden Higa, head coach of women's volleyball, said the team has players who are playing in new positions for this season. “The start of the season has been (about) a lot of people fig-
uring out their new roles and a showing in pre-season tournaments,” said Elizabeth Gilley, lot of learning,” Higa said. Higa also mentioned the senior nursing and interculturmajor improvements the team al studies major and defensive specialist. has been making this season. The team is at the “We have end of its pre-season made big with one tournastrides in our ment left, which is blocking and the Nevada Tournaserving so ment Sept. 20-21 in far,” Higa said. Reno, Nevada. “The next Coming into the step is trying last tournament of to reduce our pre-season, Gilley attack errors while still beElizabeth Gilley, said the team is improving in training ing really agsenior nursing and every week, as seen gressive.” intercultural studies in the results of preHiga said the team has major vious tournaments. “We are doing been really focused on the things they can many new things as a team this year and the team is adjusting control and on competing. “We are getting better in and executing well,” Gilley said. Okuhara said the team training every week and that is
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has been making changes and adapting to new adjustments. “We have made significant improvements on running different lineups and staying flexible throughout,” Okuhara said. “And we have made big jumps with working on specific things to win games." Gilley said the team is always trying to improve on every area of the game. “There is always room to go upward across the board,” Gilley said. Higa said the team has a tough schedule this season because most of the Lancers' games will be played on the road and not in the friendly confines of CBU's campus. The team's first home game will be Sept. 26 against the University of Saint Katherine at Van Dyne Gymnasium.
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BUSINESS & TECH September 21, 2019 · Volume 67 · Issue 2
Universities increase financial aid High price of college pushes some schools to help students BY NATHANAEL HOVDA
ASST. BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR As nearly 500 students stood for their white coat initiation to medical school, anxiety ran high. But before the end of the ceremony, school administrators made the surprise announcement: Each student in attendance, regardless of income, would have his or her tuition slashed to zero. New York University, one of the nation’s top medical schools, is now the first national program promising to cover tuition for all current and future students—no strings attached. It has now been one year since NYU made the announcement, and applications to its medical program have risen by 50 percent. Private donors drive university endowments, and they flock to the nation’s most preeminent programs. Following NYU, Johns Hopkins is looking to make many of its programs loan-free after Michael Bloomberg’s $1.8 billion donation to his alma mater. Michael Mow, associate professor of physics at California Baptist University, who graduated from Johns Hopkins in 2017, said the university’s graduate stipend system allowed for his tuition to be waived while completing a master’s in biomedical engineering. He said this was an opportunity he was grateful to have, especially while other students faced
Funding Amazon Continued from Page 1 Sabrina Tamimi, senior environmental science major, said donations, education and eco-friendly habits, are more effective than they may seem on the surface. “Everything starts small, but it creates a bigger and louder impact for when we initially hear about these terrible things,” Tamimi said. “Even though most people cannot
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Students often go further into education-related debt than the amount they are able to spend out-of-pocket on their schooling. Even with scholarships, students still find themselves in debt. tough choices in the early stages of their careers. “Many are not as fortunate— having to get jobs instead of pursuing schooling—and that really saddens me,” Mow said. Inflated tuition costs have made attending university a decision that will impact the finances of students after receiving their degree. For many, diplomas arrive at the same time as their student loan state-
ments. A 2018 Pew Research study revealed three in five Americans believe the affordability of college is a “very big problem” currently facing the nation. College costs ranked higher than issues such as immigration, gun violence and climate change. After looking at the numbers, it becomes clear why college debt looms large in peoples’ minds—more than $1.5
trillion in student loans is owed by graduates nationwide. At CBU, the office of Financial Aid’s stated goal is to minimize the cost of a college degree while maximizing its overall value. Melissa Williams, CBU Financial Aid outreach coordinator and counselor, said the university is “always trying to find out what works best for our students and how they can get free
money instead of loans.” “Private scholarships and jobs are some of the best ways students can work toward graduating debt-free, along with financial literacy and planning,” Williams said. Dr. Darla Donaldson, associate professor of finance and social entrepreneurship, said there are other factors that give value to a degree for students considering other options.
“The premise is if you give somebody something, it’s not as good as if they earn it,” Donaldson said of those schools now able to offer students free tuition. However, as nation’s top programs compete for the best students, generosity of their financial aid packages rise as well—and it is the hope of students and families that this rising tide lifts all boats.
fight the problem firsthand, efforts at home do make a difference.” Many are taking to social media in an effort to advocate for the Amazon’s conservation, as well as calling some of the world’s most influential people to action, including Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos. Bezos, the world’s richest man, who was given a 2 out of 5 score by Forbes last year for his philanthropy, has not suggested he would make any donation to combat the fires; his company is named after the Amazon river,
which is the life source for the now threatened Amazon rainforest. Activists have raised issues with large corporations and organizations looking to help, as administrative costs dilute the dollars going to fight fires. Even then, funding governmental firefighting efforts with private donations is problematic. Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has called the incoming offers “unwanted,” outright rejecting foreign aid and affirming that Brazil is resilient enough to solve the crisis on its own.
Overall disgust over the ongoing fires seems to be in higher supply than donations. Dr. Michael Nalbandian, assistant professor of civil engineering and construction management, said that anger is largely justified. Nalbandian’s professional research centers around environmental engineering. “We just assume because the Amazon rainforest was always there, it is always going to be there,” Nalbandian said. He explained how that mindset can be easy when changes in
global climate seem negligible each year. In the past 100 years, the planet has warmed one degree, so news that grabs attention often takes the forefront of public thoughts and funding. This explains why governments are reluctant to devote significant funding toward the environment. Nalbandian also said private companies are not off the hook either, and one reason executives are not lining up to donate toward the Amazon is that private corporations cannot attach their name to a rainforest as
they can to a building. Jeremy Flye, freshman applied theology major, said the issue goes deeper than financial priorities. “If we are valuing the things humanity has made, regardless of how historical or important, over God’s creation, what does that say about the world’s condition?” Flye said. The Amazon contributes billions to global markets, but if those markets are unwilling to give back when it is in danger, the forest may not be there much longer.
NASA’s new telescope designed to replace the Hubble BY JANE ROBERTUS
BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR After $10 billion of investment and nearly 16 years of testing, the James Webb Space Telescope is finally ready to replace the Hubble. Despite the extensive amount of resources that creating the James Webb Telescope, also known as Webb, has taken, the impact on NASA’s research will certainly make a difference on astronomer’s work from this point forward. According to NASA, the telescope is named after its administrator James Webb and will “study every phase in the history of our universe.” It is equipped with a number of new features, including a giant sunshield and programmable microshutters. Dr. Kyle Stewart, associate professor of physics, highlighted just how different this telescope is from its predecessor. “The biggest advantage the telescope will have over the Hubble is that the main mirror of the telescope is roughly two times larger. This makes a difference in astronomy in two big ways,” Stewart said. “The resolution of images scales with the size of the main mirror and the
‘light gathering power’ of a telescope scales with the surface area of the main mirror.” Stewart explained that these factors work together to create images that are far better in resolution and will provide for opportunities to see things that previously would not have been visible. However, these new improvements were not without their cost. Not only did this new telescope take up extensive time for testing and development, but it was also a major government-funded investment of resources. While Monica Velasco, senior environmental science major, mentioned the good the James Webb Telescope will contribute to space exploration, she also expressed concern about the level of investment that was involved. “It’s marvelous that we get to live in a time that allows us the tools necessary to map out the universe. However, the immense cost of the telescope outweighs the benefits,” Velasco said. “We have many environmental problems in the United States. Putting the money and resources into these problems
would have served both the people and the environment.” Isabel Pagan-Caballero, junior environmental science major, noted how exciting this new project will be for new discoveries regarding space. “This new telescope will provide vital information on how planets and stars form, how planets can become habitable and solve other mysteries present in our solar system and beyond,” Pagan-Caballero said. While she initially had doubts about the sheer price of the telescope, she said she later changed her mind. “Upon first learning about this project and how much money it cost to assemble, I definitely thought it would be a waste of resources,” Pagan-Caballero said. “However, there is a lot of value in scientific discoveries, and even though $10 billion is a lot of money, scientific research is priceless and can improve understanding, conditions and research on Earth.” Although it may come at a high price, the technological advancement the James Webb Telescope provides will undoubtedly have a major impact on space study as we know it.
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September 21, 2019 · Volume 67· Issue 2
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Caleb Lee, junior business marketing major and real estate minor, focus on his game of Super Smash Brothers on his 2017 Nintendo Switch.
New Nintendo Switch Lite provides mobile gaming option BY JANE ROBERTUS
BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR After much anticipation, Nintendo finally released the plans for the newest addition to its brand of well-known gaming systems: the Nintendo Switch Lite. This new form of a handheld Nintendo Switch is designed to give users an extremely portable option for the games they know and love. According to Nintendo’s website, “The Nintendo Switch Lite is designed specifically for handheld play — so you can
jump into your favorite games wherever you happen to be.” Dr. Mikyung Han, assistant professor of computing, software and data designs at California Baptist University, described what it is that makes new gaming systems popular among users. “In general, devices are getting cheaper and lighter, becoming more mobile and accessible with greater power in computing and resources. That makes it accessible to users with a cheaper cost. Any company that can have a device like
that available would be very successful,” Han said. Han also mentioned factors outside of game programming and design that can have a major impact, including a strong marketing strategy and features that appeal to the masses. “Gaming is all about user experience,” Han said. “To be a successful game-producer lots of things come into play.” “Marketing, experience and having a good business model can sometimes be more important than technology,” Han said. The ability to market to a
target audience may be one attribute that draws users specifically to the Nintendo Switch Lite, as it reminds many of portable gaming systems popular in the early 2000s. Jacob Dimsey, junior graphic design major, currently has a Nintendo Switch but said he would be interested in buying a Switch Lite primarily for this reason. “I would buy it because it’s cheaper than the regular Nintendo Switch, which is nice, and it reminds me of when I had a Game Boy or a Nintendo DS —
carrying it around and being able to play it whenever is nostalgic,” Dimsey said. However, this selling point and other factors are not enough to draw everyone to this new product. Those who have the original Switch may not see the need for a different kind. Seth Kerchner, freshman business administration major, emphasized Nintendo’s strong history in video game consoles and said there are many factors of the Switch Lite that appeal to potential users. “Nintendo has always been
known for its consoles and handheld markets. They used to be separate until the Switch,” Kerchner said. “This console is far more durable this time around because it is just one connected thing, as opposed to the easily breakable Switch.” Though the device was announced nearly a month ago, the Switch Lite is not set to release until Sept. 20. Only time will tell if this new model of the Switch is going to make enough of an impact on the gaming market to reach long-term success among users.
Game Lab coming soon New ‘Threads’ message to downtown Riverside app to release this fall Variety of retro arcade, modern video games to entertain nearby BY CASEY MALDONADO
ASST. BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR The world today can be a little rough, which is why students oftentimes may feel they need a break from reality. One popular way to do that is by playing different types of video games. Game Lab is a modern arcade opening soon in downtown Riverside that will consist of 60 video arcade games such as pinball and air hockey, as well as six virtual reality rooms and even a virtual reality suite. Retro arcade games will be available at Game Lab, which can be expected to draw a wide variety of age groups in the arcade bonding over their love for video games. The best part about Game Lab is that according to its website there is no hourly fee. Each person will get to play the games however many times they choose to by purchasing Game Lab tokens. Students can have the perfect date or even a birthday party with their friends at the Game Lab to spend some time away from campus. Game Lab will be located in downtown Riverside in the Fox Entertainment Plaza. Unfortunately, food is not offered at Game Lab, but it will
be located right next to the Riverside Food Lab. With California Baptist University situated only 15 minutes away from the Game Lab, students can easily visit this new business once it opens. Gaming can be exciting, especially if students are making a genuine effort to get a better experience by seeking new opportunities in their area. At the Game Lab students can be able to enhance their gaming techniques by trying virtual reality rooms and other classic arcade games, which will include Star Wars, Pac-Man and Beat Saber.
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Having all the retro games at the Game Lab would be a fun experience and would also strengthen the gaming experience. Mark Lucera, GameStop game assistant
Mark Lucera, game assistant at a Riverside GameStop, said gaming fanatics will enjoy the experience at the Game Lab if students are willing to spend a lot of time and money. “Having all the retro games at the Game Lab would be a fun experience and would also strengthen the gaming experience at home for gamers,” Lucera said. Exploring Riverside is a popular activity for students at CBU. When work starts to pile up and students get stressed, Game Lab will give students
one more thing to do off campus. Audriana Zamora, freshman psychology major, said she is excited about the Game Lab opening because homework can become a bit overwhelming. “I find the Game Lab interesting because personally I love video games and I believe that I would have a good time. If I had the opportunity to go to the Game Lab every day, I would do it,” Zamora said. Not only will Game Lab provide high quality video games, but it also allows students to leave campus and the comfort of their own gaming systems to meet new, friendly faces in the gaming community. Justin Glynn, junior chemistry major, said he is interested in the Game Lab but will not visit often since he has his own gaming systems, such as his computer and Xbox. “I would be excited for the upcoming Game Lab opening seeing as I am a lover of gaming. However, I don’t see myself going there very often because I don’t have a car,” Glynn said. If students are looking for a location to celebrate major events, the Game Lab will be conveniently located in downtown Riverside . Game Lab’s grand opening is expected to take place sometime in fall 2019, and events will include movie nights and casual tournaments for those attending. Students interested in updates on when Game Lab will open can follow @riversidegamelab on Instagram.
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ASST. BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR With technology advancing, new apps are being developed all the time to allow users to connect with friends and family in a more immediate and intimate way. Threads is a new messaging app that Facebook, which also owns Instagram, is developing to allow users to stay in contact in a more efficient way than previous messaging apps. Not only does Threads work to keep close communication between friends and family, but it is the perfect app to bridge the gap between workplace communication and more effective decision-making. The new messaging app is a more advanced version of Instagram’s direct messaging system because it has better features, such as the automatic sharing option that allows users to share their location, battery life and even their speed if they are driving. The development of Threads came shortly after Instagram’s standalone app, Direct, was shut down in early 2017, when Facebook tried to make its own version of Snapchat. Dr. Victoria Brodie, assistant professor of public relations, said she believes the creation of Threads is to increase student’s engagement on Facebook and keep other platforms on their toes. “Threads is Facebook’s attempt at recreating Snapchat’s messaging platform to try to lure Snapchat users back to Instagram and Facebook,” Brodie said.
Releasing new apps is challenging. Students can tend to be a bit skeptical about them because they do not know what kind of information apps are receiving or for what they might need to use this information . “Since Facebook has had major privacy breaches, it could influence the adoption rate of Threads,” Brodie said. “Users, young and old, will go to the platform that protects the privacy of their information and provides the best user experience.” Garrett Evans, junior worship arts ministry major, said he is not in favor of the Threads messaging app because he would not want to share his location or battery life information. “This is not the kind of app I would be interested in or recommend to a friend, since there are already ways to message people within other apps,” Evans said. Despite Facebook having privacy issues, there are still students willing to give Threads a try, especially since it is a newer app. Sarah Davari, junior biomedical science major, said she is excited to use the Threads app because she will get to experience a different type of app than what she has had the chance to use in the past. “I’d totally use Threads and recommend the app to all of my friends and family so we could share our battery life and location together,” Davari said. The new messaging app, Threads, will be having its first test run during fall 2019. Students should keep a look out for this new app in the app store to see for themselves the new ways social media is allowing them to connect with their friends and family.
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT September 21, 2019 · Volume 67 · Issue 2
Disney introduces new Oogie Boogie Bash BY TAYLOR FINN ASST. A&E EDITOR
This Halloween, Disney is creating an entirely new experience and celebration for its fans. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has been revamped and renamed the Oogie Boogie Bash. The party has also switched locations from Disneyland to Disney’s California Adventure Park. The changes will include a brand new World of Color show called “Villainous!” and a Descendants—themed dance party in Hollywoodland. Oogie Boogie, a fan-favorite character from “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (1993), is the party’s host. Ashley O’Hare, Disneyland cast member, said she thinks the new show will do well. “The Oogie Boogie Bash will definitely have a mass appeal because of the brand new World of Color show, especially since the year-round one is already so popular,” O’Hare said. With the World of Color show, the audience will get to meet a new character, Shelley Marie, who is deciding whether she wants to be a princess or a villain for Halloween. The show’s central theme begins with Host Oogie Boogie suggesting that she ask the magic mirror. This later leads her on a magical journey with Disney’s most well-known villains, as well as an important message about being yourself.
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Oogie Boogie Bash will definitely have a mass appeal because of the brand new World of Color show. Ashley O’Hare, Disneyland cast member
“The World of Color show has always stayed the same over the years, but a brand new show is really exciting. The holiday season at Disney is generally an exciting time, but as a former cast member I look forward to seeing it,” said Brandi Athan, senior liberal arts major. Another exciting component of the party is the Redwood Creek Challenge trail takeover, a haunting walkthrough experience called “Villain’s Grove.” It may sound intimidating, but it is a family-friendly environment that is perfect for children and parents alike. “Mickey’s Trick and Treat” is an interactive stage area with candy, games, dancing and spooky tales all over in Hollywoodland. Ticket sales for Disneyland’s Oogie Boogie Bash began April 30, but the festivities officially kicked off Sept. 17. Tickets start at $110 and cost as much as $145 on select peak
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The Disney character Oogie Boogie, and the infamous “tortilla’ behind him sit above the entrance to Disney California Adventure, welcoming guests to the Halloween-inspired event. nights. A ticket purchase for the Oogie Boogie Bash is separate admission from a regular ticket. Those who would also like to go to Disneyland or California Adventure will have to pay for a regular admission ticket in
addition to the Halloween party ticket. Some think that the additional cost for the Oogie Boogie Bash is too expensive. “I’m not a big enough fan to pay that much extra for a
Halloween party when I could just go on a normal day as a passholder without paying anything,” said Grace Barnes, senior early childhood studies major. Though the price may deter
some people, the experience is one-of-a-kind. From the trickor-treating to the dance parties and the World of Color spectacular, Disney has provided the special Halloween magic people have awaited all year.
Spider-Man officially has left the Marvel Cinematic Universe Chairman of Sony Pictures says the ‘door is closed’ for Spider-Man BY DYANA VILLA
ASST. A&E EDITOR A recent split between Sony and Marvel Studios has caused Spider-Man to be removed from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The disagreement between the two studios was based on new terms to co-finance future Spider-Man films. Tom Holland made his debut as Spider-Man in “Captain America: the Civil War” in 2016 and has been part of the Marvel films ever since. Holland made his first solo Spider-Man film in “Spider-Man: Homecoming” (2017) and reprised the role two years later in “Spider-Man: Far From Home” (2019).
Holland’s Spider-Man has a special relationship with Iron Man. This friendship helped Spider-man gain popularity because people wanted to see more of this relationship in the films. The recent split between Sony and Marvel Studios will affect Spider-Man’s future in any new Marvel films after Kevin Feige, Marvel Studio’s president, and Tony Vinciquerra, Sony Pictures chairman and CEO, did not come to an agreement on how the profits of future Spider-Man films would be divided. The split began after “Spider-Man: Far From Home” set box-office records for Spider-Man and became his highest grossing film. Xavier Ochoa, freshman marketing major, said he does not think it was worth losing Spider-Man in order for Sony to keep its full rights to the use of Spider-Man. “Fans only gain the possibility of Spider-Man and Venom being together, which isn’t worth the loss of him in the
Marvel Cinematic Universe. The MCU will lose its main character essentially since you can tell they planned the future of the MCU around Spider-Man,” Ochoa said. Moving forward, Ochoa said he believes that the Spider-Man character will go through the same cycle as the past Spider-Man’s have. “I would still watch the new Spider-Man movies but would know in my heart and soul that Spider-Man definitely lost most, if not all, of his impact by not being in the MCU,” Ochoa said. Ellen Kaminski, program director of accounting and professor of business, said she believes that even though Sony kept Spider-Man, Sony has more to lose. “Even though Spider-Man is popular, the Marvel brand has more breadth than the Spider-Man franchise does and anytime you have a split, there’s going to be additional costs related to that. In the long run, the longevity of (Sony’s) Spider-Man franchise is shorter than Marvel’s,” Kaminski said.
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Video game sequels can be tricky as there is a thin line between creating something recognizable yet progressive that does not feel like a regurgitated product. Developers want to stay loyal to the series, while proving to fans that they are getting something new. Whether that be through updated graphics, changing gameplay mechanics or simply providing a new entry to the storyline, they must find a balance between familiarity and innovation. The Coalition, developer of “Gears,” understood that for “Gears 5” to thrive, it would have to take risks and breathe new life into the franchise. The
most prominent changes the game makes are taking the “of War” out of the title, renaming it to simply “Gears” and placing Kait Diaz at the frontline of the story. The game’s campaign mode takes the spotlight away from long-time series protagonist Marcus Fenix and places it on Diaz who is searching for her familial ties to the rising Swarm army. On her journey across Sera with her friend Del Walker, she discovers the true threat to planet Sera: herself. Other than a few adjustments to the controls for new mechanics, “Gears 5” feels like “Gears,” but better. Instead of the typical run-and-gun guer-
Kaminski stated that fans for Sony to do,” Campbell said, have associated the split with adding that it’s disappointing Sony and will be more judgmen- for the fans. Campbell said he believes tal toward them for losing out Marvel films are this generaon the deal with Disney. “Ideally, the viewers tie to tion’s top-10 grossing films and finances but I don’t believe that losing Spider-Man may affect Spider-Man leaving will cause Marvel moving forward. “For years we Marvel Studios have had cash-grab loss in finance. Spider-Man movies From what I reon a two year cymember a lot of cle just to preserve the Marvel films Sony’s copyright have a combinaof Spider-Man, but tion of characafter ‘Into the Spiters in it anyway, der-Verse’ (2018) losing one of there is a big hope them would not materially affect Brad Campbell, for Sony to make some really good inthe production of one of those sophomore biomedical sightful Spider-Man Marvel films science major movies all on their own,” Campbell said. because they’re Like many people, Campbell not centered into one characsaid he has not heard of the new ter,” Kaminski said. Brad Campbell, sophomore spin-off series, but is excited to biomedical science major, said see how Sony creates a new stohe was not fazed by the new deal ryline. “I’ve loved Spider-Man all and saw it as a strong-arm negothe way back to the Toby Matiating tactic from both sides. “While I do love the MCU guire movies. I’ve seen every Spider-Man so much, as a busi- one of the Spidey films, even ness tactic it was the right thing Venom. No matter what direc-
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While I do love the MCU SpiderMan, as a business tactic it was the right thing for Sony to do.
GAME: “GEARS 5” CREATOR: XBOX ONE, THE COALITION
rilla warfare, the game paces itself, adding RPG elements. Thanks to updated AI and allowing players to upgrade their gear by collecting “components,” you can now plan out attacks, as enemies are not alerted by scripted moments, but by sound or being in their field of vision. This makes for fun moments and gives the player more control of how he or she fights. In previous “Gears” games, driving and Horde mode sequences were added as fillers during campaign, which were often boring and repetitive. This never happens in “Gears 5.” Instead, players are introduced to open-world settings
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using a sled-like vehicle called a Skiff to explore Sera. These areas are 50 times bigger than the franchise’s largest levels and allow a break from shooting to explore memorable locations and find collectibles that fill in holes in the game’s larger story. All together, these new elements create a new experience for “Gears,” while not a significant departure on which the
tion they take, I’ll be there in the seats to see how it all goes down,” Campbell said. It was reported that Disney wanted the future Spider-Man films to be split 50/50 in co-financing, but Sony refused solely because it wanted Disney to keep receiving the 5% it currently obtains of Spider-Man’s gross income. This led Disney to refuse the offer, leaving Spider-Man out of Marvel Studios for good. Fans were disappointed to hear the news of the departure of Spider-Man in the MCU, but Vinciquerra confirmed Sony has plans for new Spider-Man films moving forward. They will finish the last two standalone films that were originally intended to be done with director Jon Watts, but will need to cut anything that relates to Marvel’s plot. At Variety’s Entertainment and Technology summit on Sept. 5, Vinciquerra stated “the door is closed” on the Spider-Man deal. For now there are no plans for Spider-Man in the MCU.
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game’s foundation was built. This makes it the best entry in the series thus far. “Gears 5” is dramatic. Questions that hardcore fans have had since the first “Gears” are finally answered and Horde and Escape mode are incredibly fun to play with friends. For the first time ever, “Gears” uses motion capture for its cinematic cutscenes, adding emotion and realism to its 20-plus hours of gameplay. Playing it on a 4K screen at 60 FPS makes it not only the most visually stunning “Gears” game, but one of the most visually stunning games of this generation. As a testament to its faith
in “Gears 5,” Microsoft used the game to head the promotion for its Xbox Ultimate Pass, which launched in April. For a promotional $2, Xbox Ultimate Pass gives access to Xbox Live and Xbox Game Pass and members could play “Gears 5” four days early for two months. The promotion was too good to be true, however, as the initial launch was plagued with bugs and crashing servers, making the game practically unplayable for the first few days. Despite its launch-day flaws, “Gears 5” is a step in the right direction for the series and sets the bar high for whatever The Coalition plans next.
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September 21, 2019 · Volume 67 · Issue 2
Knott’s Scary Farm adds new mazes and scare zones to park The Curse of Calico comes to Knott’s Berry Farm this fall BY TAYLOR FINN ASST. A&E EDITOR
Halloween brings with it many celebrations, festivals and, of course, the classic trickor-treating. However, many people’s favorite thing to do this time of year is a haunted experience. Scary theme park layovers and mazes that feel like they come straight out of nightmares are often a highlight of spooky season. Knott’s Scary Farm is a popular choice among a handful of Halloween experiences offered in Southern California. Other choices include Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights and Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor. The prices for these events vary from $40-$200.
Kelsey Whalen, senior psychology major, said she would only pay that much to experience it with her friends. “Things like Knott’s Scary Farm and Horror Nights are pretty cool, but I would never pay that much to go alone or experience that type of thing by myself,” Whalen said. From Sept. 19—Nov. 2, Knott’s Scary Farm will offer two new haunted mazes, as well as the return of all the fan-favorites, a brand new show, 14 haunted attractions and scare zones which are located throughout the park. The highlight of the night is expected to be “Origins: The Curse of Calico,” a new maze. This new experience is based off of the Green Witch’s curse that brings out the evil and monsters inside of the citizens of Calico and tells the story behind the evil fog that looms over Knott’s Scary Farm every night. “‘Origins: The Curse of Calico’ is going to be fantastic,” said Marco Castañon, Knott’s Scary Farm scare-actor. “The story
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A killer clown prepares to scare an unsuspecting family in one of Knott’s Scary Farm’s many scare zones during the Halloween season. of the Green Witch’s curse is the foundation of Knott’s Scary Farm and the stories it tells.” Another exciting component will be the scare zones. These areas of the park are designed so that when guests walk through,
they will ultimately get scared no matter what. Old favorites will return, such as “Ghost Town Streets” and “CarnEVIL,” and new additions will debut such as “The Hollow.” “I don’t really like to be
scared and have people jump out at me in terms of mazes, but I do appreciate the concept and the adrenaline of being in an environment like that,” said Kendall Billings, senior political science and international stud-
ies double major. With haunted attractions, scare zones and nightmarish mazes, students are sure to get the Halloween action they are looking for this season at Knott’s Scary Farm.
Season 15 of ‘Dancing with the Stars’ diversifies its cast
Fans prepare for end of latest saga with ‘Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker’
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ASST. A&E EDITOR The creators of “Dancing with the Stars” have recently announced the 2019 line up for Season 15 which has a diverse line-up. The line up includes Hannah Brown from “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette;” Lauren Alaina, singer and songwriter; James Van Der Beek, actor and writer known for “Dawson’s Creek;” Ally Brooke, former singer from Fifth Harmony; Sean Spicer, former White House press secretary; Mary Wilsons, The Supremes singer; and NBA star Lamar Odom, among others. One of the top names that stands out on this year’s season is Brown, former bachelorette from Season 15 of “The Bachelorette.” Brown first starred in the 23rd season of “The Bachelor,” leaving a strong impression on the audience because of her country girl lifestyle. She later returned to the 15th season of “The Bachelorette.” Alliana Fontillas, sophomore health administration major, said she started watching “Dancing with the Stars” at a young age with her family and is excited to watch the newest season of the show. “I know a couple of celebrities this season. I am most excited to see Hannah Brown from this past season’s ‘The Bachelorette’ kill it,” Fontillas said.
Alaina is a country singer and the runner-up on “American Idol” Season 10. She has been on the cover of Billboard and has been featured in Rolling Stone magazine. Another contestant, Flannery, is well-known for her role as Meredith Palmer on NBC’s “The Office” (2009-2013). She has made several appearances on shows such as “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and “The Bernie Mac Show” and was also a judge on “Iron Chef America” (2009). For football fans, “Dancing with the Stars” is bringing Raymond Anthony Lewis Jr., a former National Football League linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens. He played middle linebacker for 17 years and retired in 2012. Alyssa Jacobs, sophomore health science major, said she is also fond of “Dancing With the Stars” and excited to see new stars on the show. “I will be following anyone who looks interesting to me or stands out, but I am especially excited to see Brandon Armstrong,” Jacobs said. Jacobs said she believes Brown will do great on the show because anyone can achieve dreams if he or she works hard enough. Summer Betancourt, former CBU student, dance instructor and choreographer, said she believes everyone needs training to dance, but talent helps a person be more passionate about what he or she is doing.
“Being a professional dancer doesn’t just happen overnight. I have been dancing since I was 10 and there is still so much I need to learn and work on. It’s like any other challenge. It all depends on how serious a person is about his or her training,” Betancourt said. If someone is serious about dancing and train hard, it is probable that he or she will succeed at this, but only if the person takes the time to pursue it. Dancing is a sport that takes a lot of patience, time and repetition. “In dance you need a lot of muscle and flexibility. Obviously working out will definitely help a lot with stretching. Cardio is also good because dancing is a lot of movement and if you’re not in shape, you’re not doing cardio — you’re going to run out of breath. Hitting weights is important because you need muscle, but what’s nice about training in dance is you kind of get everything — you get cardio, muscle and learn to balance,” Betancourt stated. The lineup for this season includes a diverse line up of stars. From singers and football players to comedians and motivational speakers, these stars have had rigorous training to fully commit and give the audience a good show. “Dancing with the Stars,” will premier Sept. 16 on ABC at 8 p.m.
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In December, “Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker” (2019) will provide a definitive conclusion to the Skywalker Saga, which includes nine films created over more than 30 years. As the final trilogy regarding the Skywalker family, it makes sense that the last two movies wrapped up story arcs for characters who have been around since the beginning. With Han Solo killed in “The Force Awakens” (2015), Luke Skywalker meeting his end in “The Last Jedi” (2017) and Leia Skywalker likely getting a send off due to the death of Carrie Fisher in 2016, there are few attachments left to the Skywalker story. Madilyn Moritz, senior graphic design major, read many of the Star Wars books growing up and said she is excited to see the series turn away from the Skywalkers. “I am so hyped for (“Rise of Skywalker”). I’ve been following all the news and stories. It’s really cool to see them exploring different aspects of what the Jedi could be, what the Force is and how you can apply it. That was always something they have explored, but not in the movies,” Moritz said. Although most of the original characters are gone, one character who has appeared in all the previous “Star Wars”
trilogies was revealed to be making his return: Emperor Palpatine. Palpatine met his demise at the hands of Darth Vader and it was presumed that he has been dead since he has not made an appearance since.
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Episode IX is the perfect chance for J.J. Abrams to redeem the franchise. He’s got a lot on his plate. James Kruppa, adjunct professor of journalism
After “The Last Jedi,” some are skeptical of “Star Wars” trailers due to their history of purposely misleading the audience. Chris Schlute, graduate athletic training student, said he believes this is the case after the ominous marketing of Palpatine in “Rise of Skywalker.” “I don’t think the emperor will play a major physical role, but I believe the movie will allude to the character or the emperor will be some form of a spiritual being within the Force,” Schlute said. It is possible Palpatine may play a small role in the film, which may be another trick by Disney. “The Last Jedi’s” 44 percent audience score was heavily influenced by misleading trail-
ers, building up momentum for a reveal or plot twist that may not happen. This teasing may affect how the film is received. “I’m not sure if it will live up to the hype. Everyone has their own preferences and opinions on which era of the “Star Wars” realm they like. It will be good, but with such a popular series known around the world, no matter how it wraps up not everyone will be happy,” Schlute said. The trailers for “Rise of Skywalker” have not revealed much, but James Kruppa, adjunct professor of journalism, and new media said he believes “Rise of Skywalker” will allude to past films in its conclusion. “If you look at the new trailer, about half of it was clips from the previous movies. They were purposely tying those things in because it’s supposed to be the capstone to the whole Skywalker Saga,” Kruppa said. The expectations for Episode IX are high as it will conclude a generational story and comes off the heels of one of the worst-rated “Star Wars” films. “Episode IX is the chance for J.J. Abrams to redeem the franchise. He’s got a lot on his plate. He can either make it an amazing movie or he could just end up destroying it.” Kruppa said. With Abrams returning to direct “Rise of Skywalker,” he may be able to provide a conclusion that pleases fans who have been waiting in anticipation to see how it ends.
Tips for writing, pitching a movie or TV show BY ADAM DOUGLAS A&E EDITOR
Many people have ideas for a movie or television show but are just not sure how to start to write a screenplay or how to pitch it to potential producers. Here are some tips for how to put ideas to work. Jennifer Tronti, assistant professor of English at California Baptist University, teaches a film and literature course and said to write a good screenplay, one should have a good understanding of English and story structure. “Anybody that’s writing screenplays ought to be an En-
glish minor or at least take some classes in English. You should know story,” Tronti said. Tronti also said studying other works of literature, film and television are important for new writers. “You’ve got to read more and you should be watching more. You should be watching movies all the time—that’s your homework. That way you know what’s already been done and what works,” Tronti said. Writing, however, is only part of the work. A person can an incredible writer, but without an understanding of how the film business works and to whom to pitch a screenplay, he
or she can only get so far. “Knowing how to frame (your idea), knowing who you’re going to pitch it to and who you’re getting ready to talk to is important. Do your homework so that you don’t necessarily try to bring a particular type of screenplay to the wrong organization,” Tronti said. Torrin Diaz, junior film major, wrote the screenplay for “Classified,” which won best film and best screenplay at CBU’s Student Film Festival in April. Diaz said one thing that is crucial when presenting a film idea to a potential producer or studio is the logline. “You have to have a logline,
which is basically a one- or two-sentence summary of the conflict of your film. It presents the unique conflict your character is going through and what kind of person he or she is. The logline is really what you center your pitch around,” Diaz said. Getting feedback before pitching is also important to Diaz as it helps one understand strengths and weaknesses. “Most of my pitching has been to professors, friends, family and potential collaborators and that’s a great place to start. You are still putting yourself out there, you’re still getting the movie made, but you get to hear the different perspectives
that people have on your work,” Diaz said. Writers who have written a screenplay already can check out the American Film Market. At AFM, writers can showcase their work, network and find people to invest in them. Dr. Jim Buchholz, professor of mathematics and physics, helps organize the Riverside Film Festival every year and also attends AFM in Santa Monica every November. “The No. 1 place to pitch is AFM. The American Film Market in Santa Monica is the biggest film market in the world. They claim they do over a billion dollars in deals. If you do
your due diligence and set up ahead of time, you can set up meetings (with producers),” Buchholz said. Buchholz states that the best way to pitch your film is to show you are already making progress on your film. “A lot of those places want to see your film done, but later in the week they have workshops and ask, ‘What are you working on? Is your script finished? Do you have talent attached? Have you filmed any of it?’” The American Film Market takes place from Nov. 6—13 in Santa Monica, Calif. To register for AFM, visit www.americanfilmmarket.com.
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California ‘Fair Pay’ bill passes state legislature
WATER POLO
The Lancers opened the season at the Bruno fall classic in Providence, R.I. CBU went 1-4, picking up a convincing 17-6 win over Wagner College. With nine goals at the Bruno Classic, Zach Lowery earned the Western Water Polo Association’s Player of the Week award after notching two hat tricks and seven steals. The team then traveled west to compete in the WWPA/GCC Challenge Cup. The Lancers dropped both of those games against top-10 opponents. Four of CBU’s five losses have come against ranked teams and by an average margin of just two goals.
BY CULLEN HOLT SPORTS EDITOR
A “fair pay” bill that would allow college athletes to hire agents and sign endorsement deals passed the California state legislature on Sept. 11. The bill has now been sent to California Gov. Gavin Newsom. Dr. Chase Porter, assistant professor of political science, explained that Newsom has until Oct. 13 to sign the bill, veto it or do nothing and passively allow it to become a law. If Newsom vetoes the bill, the legislature can potentially override the veto with a two-thirds vote. “Interestingly, while the bill overwhelmingly passed both houses, there has not been a veto override in California since 1979 — even when the bill originally had more than twothirds support. So an override would be a rare event,” Porter said. The NCAA said California schools could be deemed ineligible for an unfair recruiting advantage if the bill were to become law in 2023. Porter said if the NCAA were to intervene, it could be met with opposition. “Public opinion is likely to take the side of California in this situation,” Porter said. “I could foresee a lot of negative blowback against the NCAA if they actually declared athletes ineligible on the basis of legally established image and likeness compensation programs.” Josh Ventenilla, junior biomedical science major, said the athletes’ hard work, dedication and time commitment to reach college sports merits compensation. He also noted
SPORTS briefs
CROSS COUNTRY CBU had an impressive showing at the University of California, Riverside Invitational Sept. 14. The women’s team finished in first place while the men took second. Additionally, the CBU women broke the program record with the best total team time in a 6K race. Reagan Lee | Banner
California Baptist University’s baseball team won the Western Athletic Conference title in its first year as an NCAA Division I team. the impact the bill could have on college sports from a fan’s perspective. “It could be a key motivator to push the athletes to play harder, practice longer and devote more heart,” Ventenilla said. “Although, especially in a materialistic society, it could hurt the players motivation and have them performing less than the level we are used to seeing them play. “A big part of what makes collegiate athletics so entertaining is the traditions, the culture, and the overall intensity these championship-hungry
teams have against each other.” Phil Christopher, junior accounting major, said more prominent athletes deserve compensation for the revenue they bring in, but smaller universities cannot afford to pay every athlete. “This legislation is a good thing that needs to be explored because it is becoming a bigger issue every day with college athletes,” Christopher said. Porter, who is also a longtime fan of Southeastern Conference sports, said he believes the distinction between professional sports and amateur
competition has already been blurred. “Since I’m deeply cynical about what I see as the myth of amateurism in major college sports, athletes should receive name and likeness compensations,” Porter said, “Especially considering the amount of money that is made off of their efforts.” Even if this bill does not become law in California, the decision made by Newsom and California legislators is sure to have a ripple effect on college athletics, including those at California Baptist University.
MEN’S SOCCER The Lancers return to Riverside for a home match against Gonzaga University following a tough road trip to Pittsburgh, where the team dropped both games. After starting the season 1-0-1, CBU dropped its next four contests each by just one goal. The Lancers have two remaining matches before Western Athletic Conference play begins Sept. 28 against Seattle University. Tete Vacas, junior kinesiology major and forward, earned WAC Player of the Week in the first week of the season. BY CULLEN HOLT
Fresh Faces
Lancer soccer newcomers ready to make impact
Cullenʻs Column Danielle Lutjens | Banner
Lancer swim coach Rick Rowland oversees his team’s practice.
Lancer coaches key to longterm success How does a university sustain athletic success in NCAA Division I after previous years competing in the NAIA? Answers to this vary while many universities across the country ask the exact same question. We still do not entirely know how California Baptist University has kept itself at the forefront of collegiate athletics across so many seasons and levels of competition, but a large majority of the credit has to be given to the small amount of head-coach turnover. The Lancers’ 14 current head coaches have an average of more than eight seasons each at CBU. In a world in which fans and donors demand change to drive success, the Lancers have found a different formula: success through continuity. Gary Adcock arrived at CBU as an assistant baseball coach in 1995. He took over the head coaching position in 2004, and has only failed to qualify for the postseason once. In the spring 2019, CBU won a share of the WAC conference title as a first-year DI
school. When Rick Rowland came to Riverside and joined the staff at CBU, the swim and dive program did not even exist. He arrived in 1998, and launched Lancer swim and dive in 1999. Rowland is now a nine-time national champion. My conclusion is this: The Lancers have been stockpiling Division I-caliber coaches for years now, including during their time in the NAIA and Division II. The question then becomes: Why did these coaches — who we now know can win at the highest level — stay in Riverside all these years? I am sure the answers vary, but in talking with CBU coaches across multiple sports over the years, the resounding sentiment is that CBU is simply a good place to work. Every coach I have encountered praises the athletic administration on campus. It seems these high-caliber coaches committed to something bigger than themselves at CBU, bringing with them rapid growth and unprecedented success rarely seen in college.
DANIEL JOHNSSON
Pos.: Defender Year: Freshman Major: International Business Hometown: Stockholm, Sweden
Played in the highest youth league in Sweden.
REUBEN DASS
Pos.: Forward Year: Junior Major: Business Administration Hometown: Manchester, England
Scored two goals at the University of San Diego.
TANNER JOHNSON
Pos.: Goalkeeper Year: Freshman Major: Undeclared Hometown: Rancho Palos Verdes, California
Team MVP at Penninsula High School.
DANIEL SIMONSEN
Pos.: Forward Year: Freshman Major: Undeclared Hometown: Gothenburg, Sweden
Played in the Swedish third-tier league before graduating.
TIM BERNHARDSSON
Pos.: Defender Year: Freshman Major: Business Administration Hometown: Upsalla, Sweden
Played in the highest youth league in Sweden.
TETE VACAS
Pos.: Forward Year: Junior Major: Kinesiology Hometown: Baeba, Spain
Named All-American at Marshalltown Community College. Cullen Holt
OPINION LANCER ON THE STREET
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How did you choose your major?
Natalie Codding Junior Graphic design major
Jordyn Kemp Freshman Architecture major
Chloe Cox Freshman Architecture major
Chad Vander Meulen Senior Business adminstration major
“I know I want to do art, but I didn’t want to do fine art and graphics will always be helpful to the world.”
“I went on a mission trip to Jamaica last year to build houses and I really liked the idea of building houses for others.”
“I like the mathematical design aspect behind architecture and being able to create spaces for others.”
“I hated math when I started with construction management so I wanted something easier, and I actually really liked it.”
Delaney Sorrell Junior Mechanical engineering major
“I chose mechanical engineering because I wanted to focus on the areospace industry with aviation.”
California minimum wage needs to stop rising
BY SIENNA DARULA EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
When I first moved to California, I was so excited minimum wage was $11 an hour. Now that it has risen to $12 an hour, this state’s minimum
wage is now nearly $5 more than the federal minimum wage of only $7.25 per hour. In April 2016, Gov. Jerry Brown signed a $15-an-hour minimum wage law, which will gradually raise the minimum wage until 2023 for the state of California. At first glance, one may think that is amazing. Surely, everyone should move to California — especially once minimum wage peaks in 2023. While some states have minimum wages higher than the federal rate, California’s plan exceeds others. With the cost of living in California already higher than average for the United States, low-income and young adult
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Raising the minimum wage standard so significantly either means raising pay rates across all jobs or undervaluing people who have worked hard to earn their positions.
residents may be excited for their pay raises. However, raising the standard to $15 an hour may ruin morale for many other occupations. For example, new trade workers making anywhere from $12-20 an hour to begin
with may feel their work is undervalued when a standard cashier makes $15 an hour. There are many single parents who may not have college degrees but have worked their way up to jobs that pay $15 an hour or more. However, they may have to move out of the state if the cost of living inflates even more once high schoolers are able to earn similar paychecks. Raising the minimum wage standard so significantly either means raising pay rates across all jobs or undervaluing people who have worked hard to earn their positions while overvaluing unskilled labor. As someone who had three different jobs in high school, I can say I never deserved $15 an
Disney is awesome; monopolies not cool
BY ABIGAIL WOLF MANAGING EDITOR
I love all things The Walt Disney Co.: Disneyland, “Star Wars,” Marvel, Disney Channel and their children’s movies alike. Entertainment content by Disney has been a huge part of my life and how I spend free time. When I was younger, Disney Channel helped shape my perspective. However, just because Disney is, quite frankly, a fun en-
tertainment company does not mean that it should encompass all of our entertainment options. Music and movies come from a variety of creative minds with different visions and values in each and every studio. Disney slowly started absorbing other companies and platforms, and the situation has gotten to a point in which there is potential for a monopoly in the industry. Disney is now the largest traditional media company in the world. The company closed a deal for ownership of 21st Century Fox in March 2018. Disney also currently contains two-thirds of stakeholders on Hulu and is closing a deal for a final third stake with Comcast in the next five years. Disney’s near future also includes the highly-anticipated release of its own streaming platform: Disney+. Popular entertainment sites joke Disney is a kind of “Hollywood monster.” While many are aware of
key changes and Twitter users frequently share that Disney “takes over the world,” many people do not realize how bad this could become in the future. Since purchasing Fox, Disney controls more than 40 percent of the worldwide box office. With less competition in the box office, there is much less incentive for Disney to produce a variety of content and hire content creators who are willing to take creative risks. Another problem with Disney dominating the marketplace actually has to do with free press. In 2017, Disney banned the Los Angeles Times from attending press screenings of their most recent film release for negative coverage on politics and Disneyland. While Disney revoked the ban after criticism, many are concerned about producing uncensored critiques of a company with the power to stop journalists from being able to cover
major film premieres. Disney does not currently have a monopoly on entertainment content. The good news is there is still variety in movies and television today. There are professionals who are keeping Disney’s hunger for new projects in check. For example, Disney does not own Fox News because the ownership of Fox News, ABC News and ESPN, as well as Fox Sports, would create the type of monopoly everyone should fear. Currently, this is a choice Disney is making because of peer pressure and public criticism. Disney is currently in healthy competition with other major media companies such as GE, NewsCorp, Viacom and Time Warner. Nonetheless, without professionals and consumers to hold Disney accountable, a uniform and homogeneous popular culture could be in our future.
YouTube negatively influences children
BY SOFIA ENEQVIST NEWS EDITOR
The idea of a “YouTube Flu” has been circling the internet. The term originated from a court case in Ohio in which a group of middle-school boys were convicted of pranking their teachers in disturbing and
frankly gross ways. The boys are facing felony charges but will likely receive limited sentencing as they are minors and their attorney claims they were under the influence of YouTube. The “YouTube Flu” was given its name because of how contagious YouTube trends have become. Kids are influenced by what they watch and act out in similar ways. Just like those boys in Ohio, young teenagers across America are acting out pranks and trends they see online. Psychologists studying the phenomenon and effects of YouTube have found increased levels of anxiety in children. Dr. Donna Volpitta, founder of The Center for Resilient Leadership, found in her research that “fear-inducing videos cause the brain to receive
a small amount of dopamine.” The rush of dopamine to the brain gives children the feeling of reward, causing them to repeat the behavior. Talking to other college students, I have noticed that many disagree with the viewing habits of young kids. They feel children and teenagers have fallen subject to hidden subliminal messages and false realities. As someone who watches YouTube and knows the dangers, I would never want my future children to be exposed to some of the same things kids are today. How do you convince children that what they are watching on YouTube is not reality? YouTube and influencers have altered a new generation of viewers and content creators. They are setting precedents for
future content creators and instilling in this generation the mindset that people only do things for attention, likes, views and subscribers. Young adults posting vlogs of their daily routines and fun weekends without any glimpse into the nuts and bolts of life has created a false sense of reality. What viewers are seeing is not the whole picture, and in the real world actions have much greater consequences. Many popular influencers are not demonstrating responsible behavior and this can have an extremely negative impact on their younger audience. If children do not understand the difference between what they see online and how they are expected to act they may begin to model these actions in their everyday lives.
hour for the work I did. In fact, there are entry-level job postings for college graduates that pay similar rates as California’s soon-to-be minimum wage. Why should anyone get a college degree in California if they can get any job and earn a similar amount of money? The high minimum wage may increase competition for jobs and perhaps make it difficult to find available full-time positions. Overall, the country has a standard federal minimum wage. According to Paycor, the only states whose minimum wage currently exceeds $10 an hour are Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Oregon, Rhode
Island, Vermont and Washington. Though inflation may be inevitable regardless, California is accelerating the process more than other states. When the state sets its standard so much higher than the majority of the country, it creates yet another major cultural difference between itself and other states. Though people have different reasons for residing in California, such as family, weather or the ocean, this change to the economy may either drive people in or out of the state. The long-term effects are somewhat unpredictable, but it is clear the change will affect everyone — and not necessarily in a good way.
Spider-Man will return to MCU
BY ADAM DOUGLAS A&E EDITOR
Sony needs to bid adieu to Spider-Man rights, profits After Sony and Disney failed to come to an agreement over how they would continue Spider-Man’s future, Spider-Man is no longer a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Although there are no future plans for Spider-Man in the MCU, there is still reason to believe Disney and Sony will come to an agreement. Tom Holland’s iteration of Spider-Man has made five appearances in the MCU, four of which have grossed more than a billion dollars. Given Spider-Man’s value to both Disney and Sony, it seems highly unlikely that Spider-Man will remain separate from the MCU. Disney has been planting seeds for Spider-Man to become “the next Iron Man” and lead the Avengers since his debut in “Captain America: Civil War” in 2016. To cut Spider-Man out of its universe
with all his threads left behind could be done, but would be a disappointment to fans, especially as he looks to be heading the future of the franchise. Not only is Spider-Man valuable to Disney, but Sony understands the value of having Spider-Man as an Avenger, as well. Excluding “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” (2018), and the first two Spider-Man films in the early 2000s, Sony doesn’t have the best track record of producing the films. Should they reboot again, it will be the company’s third reboot in under a decade, and as proven by fans who put Sony under fire when Spider-Man’s split was first announced, the next film will likely not do well by itself. Keeping Spider-Man in the MCU benefits all parties, especially the fans, who feel like children watching their parents get a divorce. This version of Peter Parker has been praised as being the most comic-accurate version of the character, and after “Spider-Man: Far From Home” being the first of the films to cross a billion dollars, Spider-Man shows much promise as a future Avenger. With all the ties to the MCU and how much money these films generate, it is unlikely that Disney and Sony would cut Spider-Man out of the MCU for good. With Disney recently buying Fox, they also acquired the X-Men and Fantastic 4. It seems as if Disney wants all their heroes back. Surely they would make a compromise to keep one of comics’ biggest heroes home, as well. With Spider-Man’s next appearance more than likely not happening until 2022, there is still time for Disney and Sony to come to an agreement and surely keep fans happy.
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Crossword Puzzle: Students travel the world on ISPs
Illustration by Elisabeth Smith
Down 1. Students can travel to the second most-populous country in Africa, which has a population of more than 106 million and a growth rate of 10% a year. 2. Half of the “New World” once belonged to this country, and its empire was actually the first global empire in history. 3. This country is home to the second most widely spoken language in the world. There are an estimated 437 million people who are native speakers. 5. This country is one of the most pop-
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ular tourist destinations and had 82.6
4. This African nation is surrounded by these seven countries: Democratic
million international visitors last year,
Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Angola, Namibia and
which was 7 million more visitors than
Zimbabwe.
the United States.
6. The majority of countries in the world do not recognize this nation as an
8. The language of this European coun-
independent country. Only the Vatican City and the 21 countries of the United
try is truly unique and nothing like the
Nations have officially recognized it.
other European languages. There are
7. This country has two independence days: one on February 16, and another,
even 44 letters in their alphabet.
the Day of the Restoration of Independence, on March 11.