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SADDLEBACK AND IRVINE VALLEY COLLEGES’ STUDENT NEWSPAPER VOLUME 45, ISSUE 1

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

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A set of stairs to one of the bridges on the Saddleback campus connecting the quad and the library are crowded with students as enrollment increases impact campus life.

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CAMPUS More than 2,500 new students have been added to the Saddleback Community College campus this fall semester, which is already home to 26,832. Those nearly 27,000 students make up over 2,100 different classrooms and courses. Needless to say, the enrollment process is a busy one.

“The most difficult part of our job is making sure students are prepared and that they take seriously that not only are you paying for your education, but that you’re doing all you can to be successful,” Dean of Enrollment Services Jean Rosenkrans said. “If students would just take the time to figure out, ‘What do I need to know to

Saddleback College students feel creeping effects of the fall semester rush Multimedia Editor & Mobile Editor

be a college student?’ They will be successful, and that is our job at Admissions and Records, to help them.”

Dean Rosenkrans also stressed the importance of student communication and interaction with the office, suggesting a student focus group to evaluate both the on and offline aspects of the application process.

“We’re trying to find ways to educate the students and on the administrative side, for us to be better in our techniques of reaching out and making sure that our message is heard and is read, and we need a lot of help in that

MORE INSIDE: Editorial advises the student body to settle in and make new friends, because the enrollment is not decreasing any time soon.

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Steven Jung

Opinion Editor

Photo by Anibal Santos Artist Damian Fulton displays his unique style at the Saddleback art gallery.

Comic book monsters invade Saddleback College art gallery Anibal Santos

Staff Writer Damian Fulton’s Retrospective Liquid Chapters opened this Tuesday in the Saddleback College Art Gallery. His collection highlights his works from student artist to professional

artist working for major magazine publishers.

The exhibition is set in chronological order titled Chapters. His collection includes artworks from early childhood all the way to the present body of work which has been shown in galleries across L.A.

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ASG Senate talks sports cards, Wi-Fi

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Fulton who grew up in Orange County has worked as a comic artist and animator for Marvel Comics and Disney before entering the Fine arts.

Fulton’s current art infuses California surf culture with

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The senate had new details to go over this last Thursday on Sept. 6th, 2012.

The first order of unfinished business was making sure they were able to contact with the Deans they were trying to email. Some have already set up meetings or met with the dean they were assigned to, others will meet with their dean within the next week.

The reason to meet with the deans is to make sure the money being given to the departments is being used. One of the senators said that the dean they spoke with handed out sports cards.

These cards work like business cards, but tell students when the games are for that sport. There are multiple types of sports cards such as men’s water polo, cross-country, women’s softball, and many more.

The next topic of focus was ratifying the budget plan. Even though they have been approved by the budget board of the school, the previous administration of senators from last semester did not ratify the budget plan

because they were rushed to get it to the budget board.

Next week the senate will ratify the their own budget plan, normally however, the process is reversed; where the senate ratifies the plan, then bring it to the budget board, and then the budget board approves of the plan if they decide to. Once the plan is ratified then they can begin to give the money to the different departments.

The next important topic the senate felt needed to be discussed was what they could do about the areas that have a weak Wi-Fi connection. They spoke about the areas on campus that needed a boost such as the village area. This is so students who use iPhones and iPads can use the internet to do research for class. The students can also check their e-mails, or find their classes in the village area on the first day of school if they are having trouble locating classrooms. sjung10@saddleback.edu

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IN THIS ISSUE: Saddleback football rises in fourth for win Page 4 Poetry club fights for rights of Russian band Page 2 Freedom of speech causes intrigue in quad Page 3 Index News..........1-2 Opinion.........3 Sports............4 LARIATNEWS.COM

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NEWS

Skull and Bones: Poetry Club rallies for Pussy Riot.

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Poets silenced for free speech Don Congjuico

Reporter The poetry club was present in the quad Wednesday peacefully protesting the plight of a punk rock band named Pussy Riot. The band was incarcerated on violations of civil peace and religious hatred, which could have gotten them seven years in prison but was later reduced to hooliganism and two years in prison. The band was protesting in Christ Savior Church singing a Christian hymn called “Punk Rock Prayer” which had lyrics like “God please rid us of Putin.”

Loki Freeman, president of the poetry club, said, “ Well they got arrested because anybody who was protesting his (Putin) election got rounded up and was arrested.”

He continued, “ All they have really done is put on ridiculous costumes, go into a church and, you know, pray to God. But it was not a serious prayer it was a joke. But they (Pussy Riot) used humor as a political protest, I mean that’s like an American tradition right? Basically exercising their freedom of speech and they get sent to prison.”

Blake Balmer, officer of the poetry club, added, “So the

poetry club is here to kind of get this whole thing that happened out there. It’s just another example of the improper use of government power. There is a petition by Amnesty International where you can send them your support of them exercising their free speech to protest.”

The poetry club hopes to appeal more students to go to http://www.amnesty.org.uk/ pussyriot and support the band by sending them some support.

Loki said, “ So basically you can send a message to Pussy Riot in jail and send them a message of encouragement.

Amnesty International has been very instrumental in getting political prisoners freed for decades now and it puts global pressure on the issue.”

So far the poetry club has had 35 petitioners send a message of encouragement to Pussy Riot in jail.

A student bystander asked, “ Why help Pussy Riot and not help the country?”

Blake responded, “Well it’s not meant to represent something as an entire goal but this is more like a symbol. And it does set a discouraging precedent.

Putin can get away with these kind of arrest’s protesting his obviously unfair rule. Thousands

came out and protested against this. Russia had one of the largest protest numbers in history.

And they brutally suppressed it.

He just stomped it down.”

Loki continued, “Pussy Riot is a symbol. On one hand its the government saying if you protest us you’re going to jail for two years in a terrible prison where you may die with no medical attention. So they’re trying to send that message. Well Amnesty International and all of us who are supporting them and their freedom are trying to send the opposite message and say, you know what Putin people are gonna speak out and we’re gonna stand behind them and your not gonna stop us.”

The poetry club holds weekly protest’s on international issues every Wednesday with the situation of Pussy Riot on the spotlight this week.

“We try to use poetry and music to draw focus and attention to issues in all different countries. We are here to educate people. We’re giving people something to do right now and not just bitch about some problem. Here is something you can do that can make a difference.”, Loki said. congjuicodon@yahoo.com

Student population increase brings new challenges ENROLLMENT Continued from page 1 area,” said Rosenkrans.

Admissions, however, is not the only area feeling the impact that the beginning of the fall semester brings. With so many new and pre existing students making their way on and off of campus continuously throughout the day, there is bound to be back-up, and that back-up culminates in the school parking lot.

Campus police have been taking extra efforts to ensure the safety of all drivers, both staff and students, and are not hesitant to take action on either when needed.

“We are bringing in extra officers and extra patrol to assist with traffic and directing traffic,” said Officer Beau Arbuthnot. “As far as road-rage issues, definitely, people get upset, but that’s the same with any location.”

Except for the occasional ticket, parking violations have been kept under control. Only one car to this point in the semester has been towed for illegal parking, by blocking the exit of the lot.

This occurred August 20th in Parking Lot #10.

Another aspect of college life that perhaps affects more

students than parking is the availability of books and dreaded book fees.

“The Bookstore’s goal is to always have the right books available at the right time for all students. However, every semester, there are a number of changes, books added, drops from classes, and late adoptions that can create out-of-stock scenarios. Understanding the stress that comes with not having all books in hand, the Saddleback bookstore works with publishers, students and faculty to ensure that everyone understands the situation. If the Bookstore learns a book is back ordered with the publisher, we let instructors know as soon as possible and identify an alternative source for ordering the books,” says campus bookstore manager Ann Floresca.

In the beginning of this new semester alone the Saddleback Community College bookstore has sold more than 25,000 new, used, and digital books while renting over 7,000 others to students as well. That’s 32,000 books being circulated from a tiny little room next to the Admissions office. The most requested titles by students

include Intermediate Algebra, Beginning Algebra, Intro to Biology, and Intro to Geography.

Irvine Valley College has also seen a dramatic increase in student enrollment over the past years. Currently there are about 14,000 students enrolled in the college.

Statistics Professor at Irvine Valley College, Seth Hochwald said there is a pattern between a bad economy and student enrollment.

“When the economy is good, people are out working so enrollment isn’t as high, but when it’s bad, people want to come to school,” Hochwald said.

An increase in enrollment not only has an effect on the students but also the teachers must handle petitioning students.

Students who receive priority enrollment seem to be the only ones who don’t have to deal with this issue.

“I feel horrible for the students because they can’t get the classes they need,” Hochwald said.

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California Dreamin’: Damian Fulton’s retrospective.

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Local captures nostalgia of California surfing culture ART Continued from page 1 characters from Hollywood films using the skills that helped make him an animator and illustrator.

Curator Bob Rickerson commented that the show was being well received for its first day.

“It brings back memories of nostalgia and it comes out in his work,” said Rickerson when asked how he would describe the art work.

Fulton’s recent paintings are overcrowded with activity and may require multiple viewings.

“You have to come back to see it again, there are a lot of hidden images in his work,” said Rickerson. anibal.santosm@yahoo.com

Hang-ten: Former illustrator Damian Fulton’s canvas ranges from cloth to fiberglass.

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OPINION

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Parking lot problems Opinions vary between students on how to deal with finding an open parking spot STEVEN JUNG

Opinion Editor

Everyone has their own opinion or problems with parking no matter what school they attend. Some students feel the parking has gotten better and others believe it is just as bad; the only difference is what time the parking becomes a hassle.

Josh Hernendez said, “The parking lot is not as busy as it used to be.” He believes there are more spaces available compared to last semester. Another problem he doesn’t like dealing with are the students following him to his car as he walked out in the parking lot.” It can be annoying if someone follows you like that.

Earl Ramsey, a student who has attended other schools such as both Cal State Fullerton and the University of California in Fullerton; explained that Saddleback’s parking situation is the best he had ever seen in any school.

Ramsey said, “Parking here is easier than parking at CSF, UCF, and even Santa Ana Community College.” He used to have classes only on Saturdays; but even on his current Tuesday and Thursday classes, he can find a parking spot in any lot.

Other students may think different however, like Zara Touy-

anou. She feels that the parking is just as difficult as previous semesters. Touyanou said, “I do not drive, but my friends do.

My friends complain to me all the time about parking.”

Touyanou also stated that she and her friends would have to get to school 20 or so minutes before class because when they get here on time, they tend to be late to class. She believes parking is easier at her other school, Irvine Valley College.

One reason why parking might be easier during the day is because Touyanou thinks students are taking earlier classes.

Huy Ngyen might agree with Touyanou. He said, “Students begin having to look for parking around between 8:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. After 11 a.m. though parking gets much easier.”

Ngyen said, “I also think that the school is more crowded this semester than last semester. “He believes it is actually harder to find a parking space. He does think IVC has easier ways of parking compared to Saddleback.

Maybe there are less students; or maybe the students are taking earlier classes. It seems parking is easier for some students than others who are having just as much trouble as ever. sjung0@saddleback.edu

Students talk freedom and religion with protestor KIRA EDMONDSON AND ERIK WOODS Web Editor Reporter Earlier today many of you may have seen a collection of students surrounding a man holding a sign voicing his religious opinions.

Paul Mitchell is a bornagain Christian, citing his past involvement with “Sex, drugs, and rock and roll, while growing up in Long Beach.” During his piece he proclaimed “How many of you would like to go to heaven when you die? Only if you repent, will you go to heaven.” A collection of at least 70 students heckled Mitchell, yelling “Go away!” “Screw this guy!” “Jesus loves sinners!”

Another student apparently created his own sign containing some profane language directed at Mitchell. Mitchell invited students and any other attendees to join him at a nearby table if they wanted to hear more of what he had to say. Once Mitchell sat down he removed his hat and put his sign down. He

then stated to the smaller audience. “There is a God. He sent his son to die for us, and there will be hell to pay if you don’t believe in him.” Student Reann Vargas said, “This kind of communication is so much more effective, what you were doing earlier comes off in a negative way, with no positive effect.

Lead with love, not condemnation.” Vargas quickly turned to the officers on site and asked if he had a right to be on campus, and whether this was appropriate for a place of learning. The officers replied, “He has every right to be here.” This was not the first time Mitchell has visited Saddleback College, he has been seen on the campus since 2009.

For pictures and video of the protest visit http://lariatnews. com. kedmondson0@saddleback.edu ewoods13@saddleback.edu

Editorial:

An increase in number of students is not always a good thing for students With the increase of more than 2,500 new students, pressure is put not only on class availability but other aspects of campus life.

Take parking for example. It is nightmare in its own right. Now with additional students rushing to classes, Saddleback’s parking lots resemble the Interstate 5 North on a Friday afternoon. Gridlock, lack of spaces, and the increase of parking space stalkers expend frustration that starts brewing before students even enter campus.

If the parking lot situation does not affect you, perhaps the huge back order of books will. Has the library ever been out of the book you need?

Of course it has. It has happened to everyone. Except now, you are on piranha patrol hoping to beat everyone else to the punch when your book does come in.

Some books are in such high demand the library has been offering out digitalized book websites and even used book websites for support.

And what about class sizes? Does a high student-to-teacher ratio equal a greater learning experience per capita?

One could argue it does not.

To avoid a ramble onto each and every aspect of campus life the increase affects, and they are numerous, it can be boiled down to a simple statement.

The student increase puts a strain onto everyone, and it needs to be alleviated.

A parking structure in lot 5 could release some of the tension.

An increase in professors will provide more classes. Off campus classes can reduce student-to-teacher ratio.

Professors can recommend support material for unavailable books or even create their own like many already have.

There are numerous precautions and reactions to take toward the increase, but for now, the best advice is to grin, bear it, and be prepared to make a lot of new friends.

“Should skateboarding be permitted on campus?”

Kira Edmondson and Jasmine Pourazar

CASSIE SISNEROS undecided “They should permit skateboarding, the campus is big and it makes for easier travel if you have to park far away.”

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GREGORY LOBATO

“Yes it should be permitted. If students have a far class and don’t want to drive, its an easier alternative.”

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“Skateboarding shouldn’t be permitted. It interferes with the flow of traffic, but maybe there should be a designated skate area.”

ALEC BARONE

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“Students should be allowed to skate, it makes it more convenient to get to class.”

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KATIE WATKINS undecided

“I think its fine. Its faster for people to get around, as long as they are careful.”

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SPORTS

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

IVC volleyball blows past Moorpark Michael Grennell

Sports Editor The Irvine Valley College women’s volleyball team continued its preseason tear on Friday night, as the Lasers defeated the Moorpark College Raiders in three sets.

The No. 11 ranked women’s volleyball team amongst California community colleges, IVC jumped out to an early 13-9 lead in the first set. Moorpark refused to give up though, and the Raiders managed to tie the score at 20-20. IVC took back the lead though, and won the first set 25-21 after several costly errors by Moorpark.

The Lasers stepped up their defense in the second set, as they powered their way to a 25-8 blowout. The third set saw Moorpark take a four point lead briefly, but IVC fought back to tie the game at 5-5. A hitting error by the Raiders gave IVC a 6-5 advantage, and consecutive kills by freshman middle blocker Haley Whyte and sophomore outside hitter Avae Masaniani led the Lasers to a 10-6 lead.

Later in the set, the score was 24-19 after a kill by freshman middle blocker Alexis Ridecki, when sophomore outside hitter Lauren Bender served up her second ace of the night to give the Lasers the win.

Sophomore outside hitter Allison Cook led the team in kills on Friday with 13. Ridecki, Masaniai, and freshman outside hitter Amanda Kaae combined for 10 kills.

On defense, freshman outside hitter Emily Daily and freshman defensive specialist Becky Moodie both made double digit digs, Daily with 10 and Moodie with 14. Freshman setter Danielle Boyette had 27 assists along with nine digs and two aces in the team’s victory.

After the game, Head Coach Tom Pestolesi was very impressed with his team’s performance. Pestolesi said that they played pretty well, but the team needs to keep working on different aspects of their game, including their middle attack. “We have a pretty balanced team, which is what we’ve al-

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Sophomore Allison Cook spikes the ball late in the first set.

“If we take care of business, things will work out for us”

-Head Coach Tom Pestolesi ways prided ourselves on,” said Pestolesi. “We’re just trying to figure some things out, and hopefully we keep getting better. If we can get (our middle attack) going, that will open everything

up.”

Whyte, who led the team with two blocks, said that she was proud of how the team performed, especially during their second set.

“I thought we played really well the second match. I thought we played really solid as a team,” said Whyte.

She also was very impressed by how the team was able to get back into the game, even after falling behind on a few plays.

Looking forward to their next game, Whyte remained confident in her team’s ability to win. “I think we will do really well if we can keep up the intensity in practices,” she said.

“We are really mentally strong, and we are really physically strong too.”

IVC’s next preseason game is scheduled for Wednesday night, when the Lasers will head south to take on the San Diego Mesa College Olympians.

The Olympians have also performed

well this preseason, defeating Saddleback College in three sets (25-16, 2518, 25-17) in their preseason opener.

Pestolesi, however, was not worried about their next opponent, saying that they just want to control the aspects of the game that they can control. “I just worry about us,” said Pestolesi. “If we take care of business, things will work out for us.” mgrennell0@saddleback.edu

Gauchos pick up first win Erik Woods

Writer The Saddleback Gauchos came from behind late in the game on Saturday, as they won their first game of the season 50-34, at College of the Canyons.

Freshman Tim Belman struggled during the first half, as the Canyons Cougars took a 24-16 lead into halftime.

Misplays ended up costing the Cougars, as Saddleback came out for the third quarter on fire, and the Gauchos took back the lead following a blocked punt returned for a touchdown, and running back Anthony Cade scoring from three yards out.

From there, the Gauchos did not look back, as they held the Cougars to only 10 points in the second half, while scoring 34 points over that span.

Tim Belman completed 30 of 52 attempts for 376 yards and three touchdowns.

The Gauchos also had less possession time than the Cougars, but capitalized on mistakes made by the Cougars. A blocked field goal by Saddleback

turned into a scramble for a loose ball, and by the time the Cougars had realized the ball was going the other way, it was too late.

Although the Cougars were defeated, their offense wasn’t all bad, Drew Phillips ran a long punt return for a touchdown, that made the game a bit more interesting closing the scoring gap 40-33.

The Cougars also had more first downs, five more than the Gauchos at 29-24.

The broadcast team cited that the “Gauchos defense were the real stars tonight.” Colten Christensen leads the Gauchos in tackles with 15, second is Erik Nelson with 12.

Tevin Brock also has two interceptions on the season for the Gauchos. Another notable reason Saddleback has been playing so well, is their fourth-quarter play; where they have outscored opponents 34-10 in the first two games of the 2012 season.

The Gauchos will return home this Saturday, as they play host to the Riverside City College Tigers. lariateditor@gmail.com

Photo by Evan Da Silva

The Gauchos' offense posted a 16-9 win in their final game of tournament play.

Women’s water polo starts off season 1-3 Evan Da Silva

Writer Coach Jennifer Higginson led the Gauchos into their 18th Annual Women’s Water Polo Invitational tournament this past Friday and Saturday.

Over the two day, four game span, the Women’s Water Polo team posted a 1-3 record to start off their season.

The first day of competition began on a rough note as the Gauchos fell to Ventura in a 16-6 loss and 18-3 to Palomar later that day.

Despite a slow start on Saturday, losing 14-8

to Pasadena, the team was able to round-up the tournament with a 16-9 win over Southwestern in a game that was dominated by the Gauchos much more than the score suggests.

The team’s next home game will be held on September 19th in the Saddleback College Aquatics Center where the Gauchos will be taking on Cypress at 4:00 p.m. This will be their last game before they head up to the Mt. SAC Invitational tournament the 21-22 of September. edasilva1@saddleback.edu

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