Volume 20, Issue 1 (September 14, 2009) by The Breeze Paper

Sept. 14, 2009 volume 20, issue 1

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Increased Attendance, Students Turned Away Justin Keller

haffey seems to be bursting at its seams this semester. With longer wait-lists for classes and congested parking lots, things are difficult for both students and instructors. Though tuition rose from $20 to $26 a unit this semester, it seems to have little or no effect on the continued increase in enrollment. Eleven hundred new students are attending Chaffey compared to last Fall, causing a fivepercent increase in the student head-count. This increase in students is causing Instructors to turn away more and more students trying to add classes. “It’s a mixed blessing.” said Dr. Avila-Teeguarden, a biology instructor on campus. “On one hand I’m happy to see people coming to school. On the other hand it’s sad that we can’t accommodate all of the students.” Avila-Teeguarden had to turn away 23 people trying to get into her biology-1 class. “As much as any of us

want to add every student,” added Avila-Teequarden, “it’s just not safe to cram that many students in a lab.” Aeronautics instructor Larry Hultgren has never had a wait-list for an aeronautics class in his nine years at Chaffey until this semester.

Eighteen people were on the wait-list, and to accommodate the extra students he had to turn half of a lab into a classroom. Janel Ly, a biological sciences major, has had some trouble adding classes this

semester. “Biology 22 [Human Physiology] — forget it! Couldn’t get in,” Ly said. “Way too crowded. Too many people, not enough classes,” Brittany Tarabeck, a biochemistry major, said. Along with crowded classrooms, parking is another issue on campus. “The first week I had to get to school two hours early to get a parking spot,” Tarabeck said. Ly also had a gripe about the parking situation. “If you [Chaffey] are going to sell parking permits, make sure there is adequate parking.” Chaffey is working on adding another parking lot and considering the removal of the two- week grace period for parking passes to try and alleviate this problem. With continued frustrations from both students and teachers, hopefully Chaffey will find ways to keep the campus an enjoyable learning environment.

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Applewhite encourages student involvement KURTIS FROST

ames Applewhite II is the bridge between students and the programs run for students. He is the President of the Associated Students of Chaffey College and the Student Trustee. The ASCC is working hard on programs for students each semester. Working on several different programs to help students, the ASCC get their revenue from an eight-dollar student service fee each semester which is used for various programs such as $150,000 in scholarships, $80,000 in emergency book grants, and $65,000 in department grants. “I would like students to understand that their voices are not being ignored,” Applewhite said. “Everyday we push our

selves to come up with the next great thing for students. We are determined to assist students as much as possible especially due to the harsh economic times we face.” He is also excited to say that the ASCC has two new programs this year — a book rental program and a calculator rental program for the TI84 graphing calculator for only $25 a term. Information on these programs are found in the bookstore or student services. Most of these opportunities for students are at an all-time high this semester so students are encouraged to take part of these opportunities. These programs are thanks to the ASCC and Applewhite II’s hard work try-

ing to help students to get involved in college programs, financial help, and clubs to get the full college experience. He encourages students to enjoy college instead of just showing up, going to classes, and going home, as if it is a job. Information on ASCC and the programs they run are found at student services or contact them at their new email address at ASCC@chaffey.edu. These programs are there for the students. If you have any need for any of these services, contact the ASCC and/or Student Activities.

ASCC PRESIDENT JAMES APPLEWHITE

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Flu Update

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What is at the Wignall?

Check out two new thoughtprovoking art exhibits. Page 7

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Calendar

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Transfer Center Calendar The Transfer Center staff is working on a variety of activities including university representatives visiting, information workshops and counseling. Sept. 15. National University 10 a.m. - noon Cal State San Bernardino 10 a.m. Sept. 16. Azusa Pacific at Chino 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. University of Phoenix in quad 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cal Sate Los Angeles 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. UC Santa Cruz 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sept. 22. Cal State San Bernardino Ave 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Students forced into unsafe parking conditions due to lack of available parking.

As a student one should care about the Ask Angie Dee visions and goals each candidate may hold for the college. “Ask Angie Dee” is a new advice column for the Chaffey A candidate forum will be held in Wargin Hall 102 Breeze. I can help you in deciding what to make for dinSept. 16, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. ner, or even help you in finding your true self. Whatever it is, problem be big or small, I will give my opinion, my Sky Burchard & It’s Dangerous to Go Alone One of Sky Burchard’s most personal projects to date is a outside point of view and a possible solution to life’s evnarrative following the lone explorer “Link,” and his col- eryday problems. I am your best friend, parent, sibling, lection of weapons. This exhibit will bring to life the two or neighbor. I am someone here to help without asking dimensional game realm into our three dimensional realm. anything in return. Send your questions or comments to askangiedee@gmail.com The collection will be displayed at Wignall Museum

ASCC Meetings ASCC meets the first Monday of every week in student activities, stop by and listen in. Meetings start at 12:30 p.m. sharp.

For more information on any event or to sign up contact the center at 652- 6233 or visit their web site at www.chaffey.edu/transfer22.

A Financial Work Shop! On Sept. 23 A financial aid and scholarship lecture will be held at student activities. For lecture time call Julia Penigar 909-652-6593.

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Campus Blood Drive Give the gift of blood on Sept. 29. and earn points as part of the “Gift of Life” Donor Loyalty Program that may be redeemed for items at www.istream.org. The Blood drive will be held from 8 a.m to 6 p.m. in the staff lounge. For more information, contact Sadie Anderson at 909-652-6331.

Welcome Back Students! Our campus is having a Club Rush celebration for new and returning students. The celebration will occur on Sept. Don’t Forget to Pay your Dues! 16 in the quad, from noon to 1:30 p.m. The best part is, Admissions advises students that tuition is now $26 per they will be providing a DJ and free lunch for all students. unit. If you registered before the increase, the difference must be paid by Sept. 14. to avoid being dropped. Meet the Candidates for the Governing Board

Aug. 24 - Sept. 26 Burchard will be giving a talk Monday, Sept. 14, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Sept. 23. La Verne 10 a.m. - noon UC Riverside 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Budget affects Transfers Thanks to the current budget crisis many students who planned to transfer after completing the fall semester will not be able to do so. Transfer Center staff and counselors are helping students find alternatives. Students planning to transfer to any CSU and UC should apply between Oct. 1 and Nov 1.

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Follow our Campus on Twitter Keep informed and visit www.twitter.com/chaffeycollege Our Campus is Going Green No more waiting in line to get add! Students can now register using an add authorization code which is provided by an instructor. The add code will be used to replace paper add slips. Save Time & Money - Purchase a Season Pass Passes are available for the current season. To purchase a pass contact the athletics office at 909-652-6290.

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Opinion

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Modified sugar, modified spice

Food on this campus is not so nice Cheeseburgers taste good; right? An estimate of how much CO2 is emitted into the atmosphere to produce one cheeseburger is three kilograms. How? To begin with, take the transportation and processing of cows, the growing and shipping of the grains to feed them, butchering, and transporting the meat from the butcher to the stores and restaurant. I thought Chaffey said it was going green this year! Enough is enough. This is the year of the student, and every year after it will still be the year of the student. Demand for healthier choices — not only for yourself but for others as well. On a positive note, I applaud the campus for selling fruit cups and veggie sticks even though they do not contain much variety. Our campus should be selling a wider variety of fruits and veggies! Being the year of the student, Chaffey should dedicate itself to making sure students get the best nutrition possible. When students gets proper nutrition, they perform better in all their classes and most likely have a wonderful outlook on life. I hope that the college will consider buying organic produce in the near future.

David Arredondo

It is depressing to see my peers consume junk food day after day. One would think college students would make their health a priority. However, it seems that they are aware of what they eat and still eat and drink the poison. Not only as college students but as the future of the new world, one should take the time to make healthier choices. Our campus should help students make better choices by not selling items such as energy drinks, soda, pop tarts, cups of noodles, cheeseburgers, French fries smothered with processed cheese and chili beans, and or any items that contain enriched wheat flour. An alternative to energy drinks and soda would be different types of fresh teas and juices. Unfortunately, the teas and juices in bottles contain high-fructose corn syrup and some type of food coloring. Obviously, they are not the healthiest of choices. For the sake of humanity, burn the instant meals and arrest the people who produce the product for poisoning society with monosodium glutamate. Last year the college was making its own fresh soups. Let’s demand to have them back.

Ramadan: Holy month of daylight fasting observe as holy in every aspect. Throughout the month, Muslims are ordained not only to partake in the mechanics of fasting; they are to hold their temper and be extra generous to all of humanity. Positive attributes should be stipulated during the holy month. “Ramadan is a time of which I feel much closer to God, and I make every effort towards self-reflection and construction of character” — Kifah Muhammad. The ritual of breaking a fast from food and liquids begins with the supplication: “The thirst has gone and the veins are quenched, and reward is confirmed, if Allaah wills.” If one is to fast an entire day, it would be foolish to gorge. Doing so would lead to extreme discomfort.

Dave Walker

As daylight becomes a memory of the not so distant past, the tables of more than 1.2 billion Muslims begin to present the food of which they had abstained from for the entire day. The month of Ramadan began Aug. 22 and ends Sept. 20. The month is based on the lunar calendar of “hijr,” thus having no set date on the Gregorian calendar. Each year, the month begins approximately 10 days earlier than the last year. In perspective, since Ramadan began Aug. 22 this year it will begin on Aug. 12 next year. Ramadan would be best described as the month of which practicing Muslims

Upon the initial breaking of fast referred to as “iftar,” one should give their body five to 10 minutes before eating more. During the brief period of abstinence of food, it is proper to take advantage of time and pray the prayer “magrib.” After prayer, it is time to indulge in the main course. If it were not feasible for one to fast, one would not be required to fast. “…If any one is ill, or on a journey, the prescribed period should be made up by days later. Allah intends every facility for you; He does not want to put to difficulties…” — AlBaqara 2:185. If one is ill to the point that one could never partake in fasting, one is not required to fast, so long as the intention is there. Appreciation for the simplest suste-

nance embarks as the sun is at the brink of the horizon, for it is not food one craves, it is water.

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Parking is a frustration for everyone

Justin Kenward

Overflowing parking east of campus demonstrates the problem. Julien Santana Many things can be said about the way Chaffey deals with its parking services, but one thing is certain, it is not the best place to park during the first few weeks of any semester. This is a great college, ideal for students who want a good education and need to

transfer to a UC or CSU. However, the biggest issue on students’ minds is parking. The first two weeks of class, students are handed an opportunity to find free parking whether or not they have a parking permit. Parking has become another stressful obstacle of college life. The typical student must arrive at least 30 minutes early to ensure a decent parking space. Most parking lots are completely packed. Others are closed off by neon orange cones, and those that do not have meters are labeled staff. Some students avoid the parking chaos altogether by leaving their vehicles on the surrounding streets or in neighborhoods where it is prohibited for students to park. Not only are they risking a ticket, but they must also suffer by walking a long distance. Those who brave the congestion of park-

ing on campus have to invest some time waiting for someone to leave. Finally, once one has beaten another in a competitive race to park in the first available space, it is time to rush to class. After the two weeks of free-for-all parking, most students feel that a $40 parking permit for a semester is too expensive. “The way the situation is, I would rather park in the local neighborhoods,” first-year student Jordan Bartolome said. “It is a long process and a waste of gas driving around the campus looking for an open space.” Students already struggle with the cost of classes and textbooks. As Bartolome said, “We worry about grades and especially material fees and most of all transferring in two years time. We shouldn’t need to worry about parking.” Construction seems to be another great

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obstacle for those who wish to park on campus. Students are forced to park in the dirt areas by the football stadium and baseball fields. Hundreds of parking spaces are taken up while the construction is going on by the old tennis courts. Students get anxious and nervous when they enter the college campus hunting for parking. Kevin Arnold, another first-year student, said he is asked plenty of times a day if he is leaving his parking spot. “Everyday when I am walking from the north parking lot to get to class, people speed up to me in their cars and ask me if I am leaving my parking space, I kindly say no and sorry,” Arnold said. Building another parking lot may lessen the stress. And we all should consider carpooling as a viable alternative.

Campus News

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Health-care reform or not, services are available Dave Coon

ccording to the Office of Management and Budget, the United States spends a little over $2 trillion a year on health care, about $8,000 per person. To help modernize and streamline the current health care system, President Obama wants to computerize health care records within five years, allocate $1billion for prevention and wellness programs while providing health care coverage to

uninsured children and the unemployed. Under healthcare reform the president will guarantee Americans the choice of healthcare plans and physicians, make coverage affordable by reducing waste and fraud, reduce premiums, improve patient safety and care while investing in prevention and wellness by trying to reduce obesity and smoking (www.healthreform.gov). While a national debate over the pros and cons of reform continues, students attending Chaffey have plenty of access to health services

There are approximately 18,000 students attending classes at the Rancho Cucamonga campus. Kay Peek, the director of Student Health Services, said that she is not sure how health care reform will affect students, but she confirmed that “most of the students that to come into the clinic do not have health insurance.” There are a variety of health services offered to students on campus, for example, “How to deal with stress.” Peek is encouraging students who have

health questions, to visit the college website at www.chaffey.edu, then click on the “Health Services” tab or come into the health clinic to find out more about the services offered. “The nurses are friendly and keep students information private,” Santos Mejia, a student health services user, said. For more information, stop by Student Health Services in Campus Center West. Below is a list of many of the services available to students on campus for free or for a nominal charge.

On-campus medical services available for students The Student Health Service team is made up of medical doctors, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses, counselors, secretaries, student educators, and student workers who are trained to assist you with medical information and problems in a professional and confidential manner.

illness may voluntarily enroll themselves and dependents in plans from various insurance companies. Brochures may be obtained in the Student Health Services Office on the Rancho Cucamonga campus or on the rotating medical literature racks at off campus sites.

Accident Reporting, Insurance The student health fee also supports insurance for accidents during class activities. This insurance is secondary to any privately held insurance policy. It is the student’s responsibility to immediately report any accident to their instructor and Student Health Services within 72 hours of incident. Students interested in 24-hour coverage for non-college related accident or medical expenses due to an

Medical Services •Evaluation and treatment of shortterm illnesses and injuries •Consultation for health concerns •Emergency care for injuries on campus •PAP Smears •X-ray referrals •Birth control counseling and prescriptions •Physical examinations Nursing Services •First Aid and Emergency Care

•Emergency on-campus transportation to Health Services •Medical resource information •Health Screening: -Vision/Hearing -Blood Pressure -Height/Weight -Tuberculin Skin Testing

•Peer Health Education Program Counseling Professional counseling is offered by licensed Marriage and Family Therapists for issues such as: •Depression •Anxiety •Stress Managements •Drugs and Alcohol •Self-esteem •Building Skills in Relationships and Parenting

Other Services •Laboratory Testing: -Pregnancy -Urine -Blood tests •Immunization •Free over the counter medictions •Community Referrals •Health Literature and videos

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Campus News

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Cover your mouth

Illustrations: Brandon Andreski

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lu season is just weeks away, and this year could be more severe than normal. Are you prepared? Every year up to 20 percent of the United States may contract the flu. Reports from the Center for Disease Control say that more than 200,000 people are hospitalized, 10 percent of those are children under 5 years old, and 17 percent of hospitalized cases are fatal. However, experts are concerned that a new strain of the flu virus may cause even more damage. The N1H1 virus, also known as “Swine Flu,” appeared early this spring and is responsible for over 9,000 hospitalizations and a confirmed 593 deaths (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/update. htm) and the worst may still be ahead. In an address to the nation President Obama stressed prevention is the key. “I don’t want anybody to be alarmed,” the President said. “But I do want everybody to be prepared. We know that we usually get a second, larger wave of these flu viruses in the fall.” He later stated that preventative measures on many levels of government were being taken, but that individuals must to do their part. According to experts, many types of flu viruses exist and sometimes two strains may mutate into a newer, more deadly “super bug.” This is what medical experts like Kay Peek fear. Peek, an RN, is director of Student Health Services on campus and has taken the threat seriously. “In the past we have seen viruses combine, becoming more resistant to known treatment modalities,” Peek said. An example of what a “super bug” flu might do can be seen in the 1918-1919 pandemic of Spanish flu, which caused an estimated 50 million deaths worldwide. The CDC has provided campuses around the country with literature on how to best be prepared for the flu season as well as how to differentiate between the flu and the common cold. They also strongly encourage individuals to receive yearly flu vaccinations. Signs are being posted around campus to remind students to cover their mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing, regularly wash hands with soap and warm water, and to use alcohol-based hand sanitizers. Education is key in the fight against the flu. For more information go to www. flu.gov, contact a doctor, or visit the campus health center.

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Arts & Entertainment

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Respect for women still a theme in Quentin Tarantino’s latest film Movie Reviews of Inglourious Basterds

was a bit deceiving. Which in part it was, but the Basterds had equal time ith his newest film, Inglourious with anyone other character. Basterds, Quentin Tarantino can Also, to Tarantino’s film history, use a line of his own dialogue to other than The Bride in Kill Bill, he sum up his work, “It looks like I’ve made never really focuses on a single charmy masterpiece.” acter. From beginning to end, Inglourious So that should really be a nonBasterds is in one part homage to Quen- issue, and wouldn’t people get tired tin’s favorite spaof seeing Nazis ghetti westerns, get killed for and in another, 2½ hours? a culmination of I would. Quentin’s career. In any case, From the start, any problems BRANDON ANDRESKI the film is remipeople have niscent of a Serwith this film s far as Quentin Tarantino movies gio Leone westare due to exgo Inglourious Basterds does not ern, but set in pectations from have the usual vibe one would expect. World War 2. marketing or Often boring, the movie veeres off The first chapeven some of into many tributaries and severely lacks ter alone is almost Quentin’s films. the usual epic action scenes that he is blatantly an homBut every known for. age to The Good, piece works and The creative wit and cunning irony The Bad, and The makes sense. that was present in films like Pulp FicUgly. There is a tion, Reservoir Dogs, and the Kill Bill Every characmajor characfilms is missing as well. ter is full of life, ter death in the Only peaking out on occasion and in and every scene film, but it is very brief scenes, the movie does not is memorable. just with what deliver. Do not go to this movie expectQuentin still rethat person does ing the usual Tarantino. It might cause mains the best towards the end you to miss the experience. male director to of the film. handle women Also, the actcharacters. ing in the film is Women are never used as an object, five stars, from Brad Pitt’s buffoonish and they are never shown nude. Quentin Aldo Rayne to Chirstoph Waltz chillrespects women and it shows through his ing and immensely entertaining Hans writing and direction. Landa. In Inglourious Basterds he creates anBut since there is build up in 2-3 other female character, Shoshanna, who in other languages other than English, it his cannon will be just as loved as his other most be considered “boring,” because females. heaven forbid American moviegoers The film has been polarizing for many. read. Some didn’t expect it to be so talky (It’s a Either way, Inglourious Basterds is Tarantino movie, what did you really ex- the highlight of the summer. It is the pect?) best-written and directed film that inAnother complaint is that the marketing cludes levels of violence. Alan Aguilera

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Arts & Entertainment

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Alphabet at the Wignall Museum Thought-provoking art exhibits

Dan MCCARTY ith fall semester finally underway and approaching full speed, it is necessary for the college community to keep the creative juices flowing. The Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art is on campus to do just that. Rebecca Trawick, director/curator of the museum, explains that with approximately five exhibitions each year, the Wignall delivers insight into the extremely diverse world of modern art. Designed to provoke fresh thought and stimulate new ideas, one will always walk away feeling rejuvenated and encouraged. The Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art brings to Chaffey inspiration from all corners of the world. Currently on display through Sept. 21 are two new exhibits. Alphabet: An Exhibition of Hand-Drawn Lettering and Experimental Typography; curated by Post Typography and Artscape, is nicely contrasted with Sky Burchard: It’s Dangerous to Go Alone; curated by Roman Stollenwerk. Alphabet’s 47 internationally chosen artists and designers contributed to the 60 different versions of the English alphabet by demonstrating how unique each of the same 26 symbols can be. Freed from their conventional use as the building blocks of the language, the letters of the alphabet are explored without any regulations. Each letter becomes exposed, separate of any obligation. Los Angeles-based artist Burchard brings the classic video game The Legend of Zelda to life. Through transforming the weapons and tools used by “Link,” the video games protagonist, into 3-dimensional objects in reality, the effects of fantasy and technology become evident. This is a colorful demonstration that one can only truly experience in “real life.” With free admission and a cool atmosphere, everyone is welcome to the Wignall Museum. Both exhibits compliment each other greatly and assure there is more than enough visual stimulation for all walks of life. The Wignall is located on the northeastern side of campus and is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays noon to 4 p.m. Photography by Dan McCarty

Tore Terrasi displays his art work in an art expedition of hand-drawn letterings and typography.

Dan McCarty captures himself observing the exhibition.

Sky Burchard brings video game The Legend of Zelda to life at the Wignall. An artist’s reception and talk is scheduled for Sept. 14 at 12:30 p.m..

A wall of artwork displayed in an art expedition of hand-drawn letterings and typography.

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Features

chaffeybreeze.com | Sept. 4, 2009

Inspirational DPS Student Wins 4th Art Contest

Anthony Silva f Phinit Cheamak’s shoes could talk, they’d have quite a story to tell. Before winning a California Teachers Association sponsored visual arts contest for the fourth time with his painting entitled “Strawberry Fields Forever,” Cheamak grew up as a rice farmer in his native Thailand. After living as a Buddhist monk for eight years, he left for the United States in search of a higher education, which led Cheamak to Chaffey. While experiencing the culture shock of leaving his tranquil home for the chaotic American way of life, Cheamak, a nursing major, developed an interest in painting. In 2002, he won his first visual arts contest representing Chaffey. Since then, Cheamak has built an art dynasty of sorts, winning again in 2004 soon followed by back-to-back wins in 2008 and 2009. During this time, he met and inspired many teachers and counselors. One of them was former teacher Sindi Wasserman, whom after being inspired by Cheamak’s journey became his promoter and friend. His success is equally inspiring considering the adversity he has had to overcome to get to this point. He is an ESL student but, in fact, English is in no way his second language. Cheamak speaks four other languages including Laotian, Cambodian and Thai. Cheamak is also enrolled in the Disability Programs and Services department on campus. However, none of these things

has stopped him from being successful and garnering attention for his art in an environment where stories like his go unnoticed every day. Cheamak considers it an honor to share his paintings with the world and uses his talents to bring attention to issues close to his heart, such as the plight of farm workers everywhere. The CTA award that he won means a lot to Cheamak, because it is an annual contest in honor of civil rights activist Cesar Chavez. Chavez fought for the same rights that Cheamak’s family in Thailand so desperately need, and he considers Chavez an inspirational figure in his life. “Phinit’s art has such a primitive style to it, simple yet psychedelic. You’ll never see a freeway in one of his paintings,” Wasserman said. His latest painting, “Strawberry Fields Forever,” is no exception. Sponsored by Chaffey counselor David Carrick, the piece of art evokes feelings of peace just like the song with which the painting shares its name. After winning the $1,000 award which was also given to David Carrick, Cheamak left California for Arkansas where he is attending college there for a Phlebotomy program while still taking online classes at Chaffey. His works can be seen at his exhibit in the Gallery Soho in Pomona and at Border’s Bookstores in Montclair, Chino and Pasadena, as well as on his website: www. peacethroughart.net.a

“Strawberry Fields Forever” 2009 Region III Visual Arts Winner Courtesy: California Teachers Association/ Phinit Cheamak

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College book essay contest offers cash prizes Gennevy Galindo

he One book, One College program has selected Three Cups of Tea: One Man’s Mission to Promote Peace … One School at a Time as this year’s college book and essay contest theme. Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin accounts Mortenson’s journey in keeping his promise to bring education to Korphe, a secluded Pakistani village. After Mortenson failed in his attempt to climb K2 — the world’s second highest mountain — he found his way to Korphe. Mortenson was moved by the humanity of the villagers and the lack of education the children were receiving. He promised to return and supply them with education by building a school for the village. The College Book Committee is en-

Options are available for high book prices

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extbooks can weigh heavily on students’ pocketbooks, but there are ways to save both on and off cam-

pus. According to Julia Penigar, program assistant, and Susan Stewart, director of Student Activities, the Emergency Book Grant program is over for this semester but starts again on Jan. 4. Students must have their application submitted by Jan. 14 at noon. The winners are drawn completely at random, and if the student’s ID number is chosen, he or she will be awarded $100 for books. All three Chaffey campuses are entered, so students from any of the campuses have a chance to be chosen. According to Jared Ceja, director of Auxiliary Services, the Book Rental program is operated on a first-come, first-serve basis and funded by the student government. Students can check out books from the bookstore. The books offered are for Math 410, 425 and English 1A. “E-books are available for students to use online for 50-percent less money than regular prices,” bookstore employee Sylvia Martinez said. Students purchase an access code from the bookstore and download it from coursesmart.com. There are only a few e-books available now, but more will be available in the spring. Some textbooks are available at the library reserved by professors. Students can access the list of textbooks at the circulation desk. “Textbooks can be checked out of the library for an hour or overnight, depending on the type of reservation it was put on by the professor,” library employee Daniel Kincade said. E-reserved textbooks are available online through the chaffeyview. com. More information is available at the library reference desk. Book swapping is another option where students can trade some of their old books for new ones at sawptree.com. Not all books are accepted, but the ones that are accepted can be swapped with any book needed, depending on the inventory. Shipping is $2.50. — Amber Yasin contributed to this story.

couraging students to submit their writing on any subject relating to Three Cups of Tea. The topics can range from any life changing moments, the need of proper education in third world countries, the war on terror, inspiration, or making the world a better place. The committee is interested in reading student work, and it just may be a profitable venture. The deadline for submissions is Friday, March 26, 2010. All essays should be between two and six double-spaced pages. Entries will be judged based on originality, content, and quality of written expression. Cash prizes will be awarded, from $50 to $300, and finalists will also be invited to read their essays at an awards ceremony in April. For more information, contact Professor Neil Watkins 652-6952 or Professor Deckard Hodge 652-6924.

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ncreasingly, students find themselves staying at Chaffey much longer than they had anticipated. With California’s budget crisis and cutbacks to the Cal State and UC programs, transferring is becoming more difficult, even for those students who have graduated with their Associates Degree. According to the CSU website, “As part of an overall strategy to address an unprecedented budget reduction of $584 million for 2009-10, California State University campuses will not accept student applications for the 2010 spring term — with very few exceptions.” That policy leaves hundreds stuck in limbo for another semester. But there are a few exceptions, “Only fully-eligible first-time freshmen, upper division undergraduate transfers or graduate and post-baccalaureate applicants who have applied for admission prior to July 6, 2009 may be offered admission to the 2010 winter term,” said Jeri Echeverria, CSU executive vice chancellor and chief academic officer. Although many remain on hold for the next semester, there are a few things that can be done. Jenny Dannelley, Director of Transfer Center, suggested to “stick with us a little longer.” Students caught in the situation are urged to use this semester to better prepare themselves for their

future educational success. Dannelley said that students should make sure they get the best possible grades. Cal States such as Fullerton have raised the GPA standards to 2.5, and other schools have changed their requirements. The next step, Dannelley said, is to talk to a Counselor. Students should • Be sure that they have all the requirements that you need to apply to these schools. • Be sure to be ready for fall, which is the best advice that Dannelly can give. • Start applying as soon as admission opens, which is Oct. 1 for CSU and Nov. 1 for UC. Students often rely on deadlines being expanded, but this year, since so many from spring are applying for fall, that might not happen. Dannelley also advised student to look into other options, for example, private schools, which are not state supported. Much of their revenues come from student tuition, but there is also more financial aid available. “They are worth looking into,” Dannelley said. “They are more flexible.” So if students are left thinking that there is nothing left to do, they should check out some of these options. For more information, contact the Transfer Center at 652-6233.

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Bob Olivera: An althlete’s dream come true Jeff Ranson

haffey begins its spring sports while Athletic Director Bob Olivera eases off the scene. In a period spanning 30 years, Olivera’s love for athletics motivated him to resurrect Chaffey’s failing sports program. Olivera grew up in Canton, Ohio. Like most kids growing up that close to the Hall of Fame, becoming an athlete was his dream. Olivera was consumed with the ideal of becoming a professional baseball player. He worked his way through high school while playing baseball, then enlisted in the army. On his return from the military, Olivera came to Chaffey College as a student/ athlete. Here he earned a scholarship, which allowed him to attend the University of La Verne. At La Verne he received his bachelor’s in Physical Ed and his Masters in Teaching of Reading. Olivera arrived back on campus as Athletic Director in 1979, and over the following 30 years dedicated his professional life to improving the Panther program. In his first three years he combined the men’s and women’s sports programs, molding them into one unit. In 1982, Olivera re-established men’s and women’s basketball and then in 1985 he brought back men’s and women’s baseball. Not only did he bring these teams back to Chaffey but he helped furnish them with local talent. In a highly competitive arena that demands wins, Olivera did not submit to the pressures to recruit outside of the commu-

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Athletic department staff Stephanie Smith, Debra Lee, Jane Jimenez and Sherry Ortiz suround Director Bob Olinity. He knew the importance of winning, but because of his commitment to this community, the youth of the Inland Empire profited from the beliefs of this great visionary. “Watching the ceremonial dedication of Howard Field was one of my all time favorite moments,” said Olivera. But the moment that he remembers most was in a football game against Gross-

mont years ago. “Grossmont was winning by seven with one minute left in the game. With time running out, Chaffey received the punt from Grossmont on their own 10-yard line and drove the ball the length of the field to score. Instead of going for one, the Panthers decided to go for two, and made it to win the game,” Olivera remembers. His retirement surely will include

spending more time with daughter Melanie, who is in her 8th year of teaching reading at Chaffey. Olivera’s wife Cathy is also in her 30th year as a DPS counselor at Chaffey. “I’ve worked since I was nine years old, and I’ve planned all of my life,” Olivera said. “This will be the first time that I play it by ear. This experience has truly been a dream come true.”

Volleyball team rebounds from two losses with big win Spencer Hirsch

haffey lost 3-1 to visiting Grossmont in its season opener Sept. 2. In three of the four tight sets, the Panthers failed to hold their composure in the last two minutes of each game, losing by two all three times. “When it counted the most, we didn’t do the things down the stretch to win the game,” Panthers head coach Larry Chowen said. The Panthers are starting fresh this season, with just one returning player. Chowen is not sure how to gage his team. He feels they are okay athletically but are not fully there yet mentally. “In high school we were lackadaisical and played around a lot. Now in the college rank I have to be more focused,” freshman player Taylor Crockwell said. The Panthers played in the Riverside

Quad Tournament Sept. 4 at Riverside Community College. Early season struggles continued as they lost 3-0 to both Mt. Sac College and Riverside Community College. Second home game of the season took place Sept. 9 against East Los Angeles College. Panthers won their first match of the season 3-2. The Huskies came back from a 2-0 deficit to tie it, but the Panthers took care of business in the final game. Sophomore Alejandra Moreno carried the offense with 14 kills. Freshman players Carla Martinez and Angel Brandon led the way on defense. Martinez had 20 digs, along with the match winning ace serve. Brandon had four assist blocks and two solo blocks. “It feels good to block the ball. It makes me feel like I shut the other player down,” Brandon said.

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Panthers win football season opener, 17-12 Jeff Ranson

haffey’s defense stopped Mt. San Jacinto when they needed to in a nail-biting 17-12 road win Sept. 5. Someone said that a good deed will cover a multitude of sins. In his team’s 2009 opener, Coach Carl Beach witnessed his Panther football team overcome a multitude of mistakes, thanks to a tremendous effort from his defense. On a blistering hot 105-degree afternoon, the Panthers offense struggled repeatedly due partly to first-game jitters, playing on the road, and the heat. Offensive coordinator Jason Brown showed tremendous patience rotating three quarterbacks. The Panthers started the game with first-year quarterback Joseph Kanuha, who split time with Sophomore A.J. Springer throughout the first three quarters. “We made a commitment to play as many people as possible. Today we stuck to it,” said Beach. Kanuha showed signs of confusion early and often while finding it difficult trying to sustain a drive. His body of work included a pair of turnovers, one in the first half on a fumbled snap from center, and a crucial interception in the close of the third quarter. Springer was used primarily to orchestrate the running game, which provided moderate results early in the first two quarters, but seemed to open up in the third. Panther’s kicker Jason Levy did manage a 30-yard field goal in the first half, which proved enough for a 3-0 halftime lead. The second half started with the same stalemate until the Kanuha interception, which resulted in a Jacinto touchdown. The Panthers did block the extra point attempt, making the score 6-3.

On the ensuing possession the Panthers moved the ball from their own 20-yard line to Jacinto’s 15 using running backs Jahmel Rover sophomore, and Freshman Antoine Smith-Guise on five straight running plays. Penalties stopped the drive while backing the Panthers up and eventually causing them to punt. The defense held and on the next Panther possession, Springer connected with tight end Ricky Howard for a go-ahead touchdown. On the next Jacinto possession, the Panther’s defense committed a face-mask and roughing the quarterback penalties on consecutive play. Those back-to-back mistakes were too much to overcome. Two plays later Jacinto scored a touchdown on a pass play. The special-team defense blocked the extra point again, making the score 12-10 Jacinto. With six minutes left in the game coordinator Brown inserted freshmen quarterback Michael Leonard, into the game. Leonard’s ability to run and pass showed up big time. He played with the poise of a veteran, while mounting a drive on his first possession that ended with a missed field goal. The Panther defense literally took over the game, with a sack from sophomore Marcus Austin and another from South Carolina recruit Joseph Carter leading the way. With 2:30 left in the game The Panthers continued to rotate quarterbacks, with Leonard finishing the drive with a gamewinning 20-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Audwin Tolbert, who made an ESPN Top 10 catch. Panthers first home game will be against Antelope Valley on Saturday, Sept. 19 at 6 p.m.

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Audwin Tolbert make winning catch moments before the game ends. Dave Coon

Forward Abel Rodriguez (left) splits two defenders while trying to score during 3-0 win over El Camino College.

Men’s soccer opens with victory over El Camino; Women’s suffer loss Dave Coon

en’s soccer team opens league play with victory, while women suffer loss. The male Panthers beat El Camino in the soccer league opener at home on Aug 28. The Panthers played solid offense and defense in the 3-0 victory. Ernesto Ramos, the team’s captain, scored the final goal in the victory. Coach Ben Cooper preaches “defense” and was pleased with the defensive effort his players gave. “We have a good chance to be competitive in the conference, if we stay healthy and play good defense” Cooper said. The female Panthers lost their home opener, 3-0, against El Camino at home on Aug. 28. “It’s going to be a long season but we are hopeful,” Coach Grace Cutrona said, disappointed with the loss. The female Panthers next home game against Taft is Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 2 p.m. The male Panthers next home game against Oxnard is Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 4 p.m. Fernando Sarabia

Brandy Patterson evades three opponents from El Camino during action Aug. 28.