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Fashion struts across quad JOCABETH SALVADOR Models walking the runway stole the show at the 5th Annual Black History Month Fashion show. The Feb. 27 show was hosted by the Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA). “Fashion shows were important to black churches,” president of the BFSA, Tara Johnson, said. That is what inspired them to start up their own fashion show in celebration of Black History Month. Johnson also explained that church fashion shows were a way for black people to express themselves in a time when it was uncommon to see a successful black designer. “It was the only way black designers would be showcased, and it was an important part of black culture,” Johnson said. was played following the start of the fashion show. The runway, the usually empty quad, allowed the models to them on from the sidelines. The two designers featured were Chris Corvett and Ah’nesha Worshim, both majoring in fashion design. “My inspiration is culture, music, and the world,” said Corvett, who has been designing for more than four years. “It’s just fun and everyone needs some fashion in their life. It’s fun because it’s playing with the make believe.” Worshim, who also contributed a piece to the fashion show, said that her theme was “Modern ‘50s,” and was looking at people such as actress and fashion icon Audrey Hepburn as her inspiration. The fashion show was a fun event, as students danced on the sidelines when songs like “Thrift Shop” by Macklemore came on. A few students even had the courage to dance in the middle of the quad during the intermission. However, many students grew impatient during the intermission, which took over 10 minutes, and decided to leave. The second half of the fashion show did not attract as many students, as the quad seemed unusually empty. But that did not deter the models.
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that were being showcased, it was the models that made the show. “I thought the models had the best shape ever and the girls were working it. cal science major, said. The models seemed to be having fun as they strutted their way down the runway, twirling, and posing for the audience. Despite the low student turnout, the designers were ecstatic as they took a group photo, successfully ending the fashion show. Photo by Gary Byrd
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Censorship Debate Freedom of the press One Book, One College along with several campus clubs will be sponsoring a panel discussion on freedom of the press. It’s an issue that has come to the forefront since the release of the latest edition of the Chaffey Review. The issue of censorship and academic freedom is always important. Join the discussion on Wednesday, March 27 at 6 p.m. in HS-143.
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Communication studies professor Carmen Navarro instructs a less-than enthusiastic class on Feb. 28 as they comically and impatiently await spring break.
Feb. 21 –– Sexual Battery Disorderly conduct: solicit lewd act Feb. 22 –– Hit and Run property damage only Feb. 22 –– VC- Revoked/ Suspended License Feb. 25 –– Grand Theft Auto Feb. 25 –– Vandalism: Damage others property Feb. 27 –– Theft; lost property Feb. 28 –– Theft of Vehicle Part March 5 –– Theft of Vehicle Part
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Career Closet
Student Activities/ASCC Scholarships
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will be awarding over 125 scholarships this semester. Applications and individual scholarship criteria is available online at: http://www.chaffey.edu/stuactiv/scholarship/index.shtml. Applications are due Tuesday, March 26 at 2 p.m. For more information, call 909/652-6589 or 909/6526591.
Tues. March 12 - @ Mt. San Jacinto 2:30 p.m. Thurs. March 14 - @ Chaffey 2:30 p.m. Sat. March 16 - @ Mt. San Jacinto 12 p.m. Tues. March 19 - @ Chaffey 2:30 p.m. Thurs. March 21 - @ College of Desert 2:30 p.m. Sat. March 23 - @ Chaffey 12 p.m. Tues. March 26 - @ Golden West 2 p.m. Thurs. March 28 - @ Chaffey 2 p.m. Tues. April 2 - @ Cerro Coso 2:30 p.m. Thurs. April 4 - @ Chaffey 2:30 p.m. Sat. April 6 - @ Cerro Coso 12 p.m.
In an effort to help students in need, the Career Center is holding a professional clothing drive. Collections are now underway. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to donate gently used professional clothing, such as slacks, shirts, ties, skirts, suits, shoes, and accessories. The clothes will be distributed to students at the job fair’s “Dress for Success” booth on Tuesday, April 23. Leftover donations will be used to begin building the new year-around program. Donations can be dropped off at the Career Center in MACC-203
March 12 Career Expo Chaffey will be having a career expo with live hands-on demonstrations. Programs represented include Accounting, Administration of Justice, Automotive, Aviation, Business, Computer Information Systems, CISCO, Culinary Arts, Engineering, Fashion Design, Industrial Electrical TechnoloParalegal Studies, Nursing including RN, LVN & CNA, Dental Assisting, Radiological Technologies and Pharmacy Tech. The event will take place on Tuesday. March 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the quad.
March 25 Student Elections Students interested in running for student goverment can still pick up petitions for the deadline to submit petitions is Monday, March 25 at noon.
April 1 Blood Drive The Chaffey blood drive will take place on the Fontana campus in room FNAC105 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. To make appointments and for more information contact your Red Cross representative and call 909/772- 8546, sign up in class with your teacher, or make an appointment online at redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code: Chaffey. All presenting donors will receive two tickets to an L.A. Galaxy game and a voucher for discounted tickets to the Sesame Street Show at the Nokia Theater.
Spring Exhibition at the Wignall The Wignall is hosting The New World exhibtion through March 22. It’s featuring artists who have attended art schools in the southern California area.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) The VITA tax program is back in our campus, Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from February 1st to April 12. VITA staff will provide tax assistance to individuals earning less than $51,000. For more information, visit: www.chaffey.edu/vita.
The Wignall Art Organization (U)ntitled is offering Chaffey College students who have declared a major in one of the Visual and Performing Arts Programs of Study an opportunity to apply for a scholarship. Students must meet criteria and turn in the application by April 12.
Food Pantry Student Activities and ASCC will be offering a food pantry at the Rancho Campus in Student Activities on Thursday, March 14 from 1 to 6 p.m. (while supplies last). Monetary donations are also welcomed. If donating via check please make the check payable to: Student Activities Auxiliary.
the base line Cash prizes are available for the best submissions to the new edition of the online magazine, the base line. Editors are looking for stories, art, and photography that rounding communities. Deadline for submissions is April 3. First, second, and third place winners will receive prizes of $100, $50, and $25. For more information, email: baselinewriters@gmail.com.
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Part-time schemes, full-time dreams VALEEN GONZALES With the semester halfway through, students are thinking about midterms and grades. and other on-campus resources to help them succeed. Although the success centers and tutors are a valuable
the opportunity to discuss where they are, how they can improve or to clarify exactly what a professor is looking for on an assignment or exam. It’s a great chance for the professor to get to know the student if they are in a larger class and have certain issues that require special attention. And studies show that students who visit their professor Even students who aren’t struggling in their classes can Community college students are especially lucky in that our professors aren’t expected to publish research
It’s easy to see why students should take advantage of But there are many students on campus who don’t have that resource available because they are in classes taught by part-time, or adjunct, faculty. According to insidehighered.com adjuncts make up 73 percent of the 1.6-million employee instructional workforce in higher ed. At Chaffey, there are just 191 full-time faculty, but 619 adjunct faculty. gations and usually teach three or four, but sometimes as many as six, classes; whereas adjuncts only teach one or two classes per school or campus. In 1988, the California Assembly passed a bill that set a goal for 75 percent of community college courses to be taught by full-time faculty. Because the “goal” was never funded by the legislature, that goal hasn’t even come close to being reached. In fact, some years we slip a little farther away. cent of classes at Chaffey were taught by full-time faculty, a decline of two percent from the year before. Clearly, students are more likely to have a class taught by an adjunct than by a full-time faculty member. How can they tell the difference? Faculty with the word “professor” in their title, such as Associate Professor, Assistant Professor or Professor, are all full-time faculty. All other faculty who go by the title “instructor” are adjunct. Another easy way to tell? When students look at a syl-
three different days of the week. Adjunct faculty don’t always have access to space where they can meet students privately or where students can regularly drop by to see them. And they are not paid to see students outside of class. But all of that doesn’t stop many instructors from meeting with students. Adjunct instructors know how important it is for students to be able to meet with them — and
ments or try to stay after class to talk to students who need some extra time with them. Some, like art history instructor and Chaffey College
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Faculty Association Part-Time Faculty Representative Denise Johnson, try to spend time in one particular departEven so, students in classes taught by adjunct faculty often don’t have access to their instructor outside of class because their instructors just don’t have the luxury of time. Many adjunct instructors have to teach part-time at multiple colleges and universities just to make ends meet. They leave Chaffey and drive to other community colleges and universities all over Southern California, often spending more hours in their cars than in classrooms. Another disadvantage many adjunct instructors face is they have a lot less time to prepare for their classes than full-time faculty. One instructor was hired at a community college with just nine days to prepare for her class. Another talked of being hired at a community college with just three days to prepare before the class started. This isn’t a big deal if it’s a class they have taught before. It becomes a problem when they are learning the rules and curriculum of a department at a new school and/ or teaching a class they haven’t taught before, sometimes
while having to use a syllabus or book with which they are unfamiliar. Students are not well served when their instructors start out with so little prep time. The instructors feel like they are constantly just trying to keep up. We are lucky to have many adjunct instructors at Chaffey who do their best to help their students. They make themselves available by email, phone and in person on their own time. Students should make sure to keep their appointments with adjuncts and not waste their valuable time by not showing up. On the bright side, Chaffey is beginning the process of hiring 10 full-time faculty for next semester. Hopefully, the state legislature will make higher education a priority and fund community colleges so that the 75 percent full-time faculty goal can be reached. If schools were properly funded, students would get the best possible chance at success and all those dedicated adjunct faculty members would have the chance to be and not in the car with Starbucks.
The Rundown: Financial Aid should not be misused It can also be quite frustrating for these students to see those who are able to re-
JESSICA RUBIO For many students going to college can be troublesome. Other than the hours one must set aside for schoolwork, projects and study time, most college students’ work either fulltime or part-time to support themselves. Only few have the privilege of receiving ing to balance the two.
awards they receive. Especially when you see those who irthings that are not so necessary. Financial aid is given for students to be able to work on their studies and give their education 100 percent. We’ve all seen or heard those students aid disbursements.
Some frivolously spend that money, not really thinking of its actual purpose. That does not mean that these students are not deserving of the money, but just because they are granted these awards does not mean they should take advantage of it. So it should not be spent carelessly on things that are far from school related. If nancial reach you should work for it, not It is a shame to see students spend their -
to take classes. Financial aid is something that students should appreciate and use responsibly. students are lucky that the state still has some money to give to college students. Financial aid should not be taken for granted. It should be a motivation for students to move forward with their education.
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Textbooks: updated editions worth the price? SARAH SANDOVAL Publishers, professors and textbook buyers: each of them need to make a living somehow.
why most college textbooks cost as much as they do. Textbooks are chosen by instructors and some work more closely than others with a representative from a publishing company. They discuss what books are available and what they entail. Next, several things can occur. Either the instructor makes his own compilation from past texts or from his own book, chooses a new book, or continues using the book he currently requires his students to purchase. Most instructors are conscious of their students’ budgets. “I know that our students have a tight budget, so I try to make sure to choose
books and materials that are low in cost, but high in quality.” Julie Song, sociology professor, said. “I also try to use the same book at least a couple times so students can sell their books back, and future students can buy used (cheaper) books.” If instructors choose to use a text that they have written, typically they are able to negotiate a price that is reasonable for students. However, there are times when instructors require the newest edition because the previous text is outdated. In most cases when this occurs there is a more than a one- to two-year difference between editions, which is more than reasonable of instructors. Typically most instructors choose books that are relevant to the course. However there are instances when instructors need the newest editions for the mere fact that it is the most current and relevant to the course. As of the 2010 Higher Education Op-
portunity Act, in order for publishing companies to call a book a new edition there has to be minimum of 10 percent difference between editions. According to the 110th Congress of the United States of America Section 133 (C) Publisher Requirements states that: “The copyright dates of the three previous editions of such college textbook, if any, and a description of the substantial content revisions made between the current edition of the college textbook or supplemental material and the previous edition, if any.” The most common changes between editions are graphs, tables and other visuals, the elimination and addition of passages and sometimes the arrangement of chapters. Usually required textbooks for the science department are the ones that have the most changes because new discoveries and research is ongoing and changing. Most professors recommend the newest editions where as others require it.
“For certain science classes it’s highly recommended because certain things are in the newer textbook than in the older one such as tables, graphs and new research, although there are ways around it,” Cathleen Wheeler, nursing major, said. graphs that might be on a test on the internet and there is always someone in the class that decides to buy the recommended book,” she said. “Usually, classmates are nice enough to photocopy a page or two for you that will be on a test that isn’t in your older textbook.” “I think its easier to have the newest textbook with everything that you need right there and being able to go along with it, without having to look for outside sources to make sure all the information you need is there,” Wheeler said. For more information on the laws passed regarding higher education visit www.ed.gov.
Chaffey students advocate for change in Sacramento CARLY OWENS Talking to state assemblymen and senators while representing over 18,000 students may seem a daunting task to some, but 12 students were up for the task on March 4. March In March is an event where students from various colleges across the state are given the opportunity to share with senators and assemblymen their concerns, and let their voice be heard. “I believe in the democratic process, and the importance of our students being part of that process,” Dr. Cid Pinedo, Asso-
ciate Superintendent of Business Services & Economic Development, said. “They have a voice, and the March in March event is a great opportunity for them to put their voice into action by expressing their thought, opinions, and possible solutions to our current community college challenges.” The students were in meetings constantly, from 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.. Throughout the day they talked to representatives such as Bill Emerson, Bob Huff, Mike Morell, Chris Holden, Norma Torres, Cheryl Brown, and Curt Hagman. “Spirits were very high, I heard no
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complaints,” Lorena Corona, manager of governmental relations, said. “I was very proud, very pleased. Our [student] leadership is very professional. They were very effective.” Each student was assigned two assembly members or senators to research, and they were in charge of initiating the conversation with them. They had to be respectful and have a point, bringing up topics that they felt directly affected students. scared I’d be asked something I didn’t know,” Andrea Ortiz, Spanish club president, said. “But after watching colleagues, you get inspired, you want to share your story, and represent those that couldn’t be there.” A highlight for the students was being representatives of Chaffey College by Assemblymember Cheryl Brown. For those who would feel intimidated by the experience, Pinedo still encourages students to participate. “Students should never feel that their voice doesn’t matter,” he said. “A number
expressed to the students that their voice was heard loud and clear on Election Day.” For Ortiz, she not only expressed concerns but was able to thank legislators for their actions as well. “I talked to assemblymember Norma Torres and got to thank her on behalf of AB 540 students for voting yes AB 130 and 131, which is essentially the Dream Act,” Ortiz said. “I told her how it impacted my college education. She seemed thankful.” Daisy Serrato enjoyed the experience, and would recommend to other students to think about participating next time. “It was such an empowering experience,” Serrato said. “ Aside from getting your voice recognized and heard, you are able to make an impact on legislation.” Pinedo was inspired by the students who went. “They expressed themselves to the legislators with such passion and shared their stories to help them understand that when we cut educational funding, we cut away at students’ dreams,” he said.
Spring break, the great lull ADRIAN ADDISON This spring break — set for March 1822 — is all about downtime.
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ed between work and school, family and social obligations. In a semester that for many started at a fast pace, it’s comforting to know that there will be time to do, well, nothing. Spencer Crebbs, computer animation major said, “I’ll be around my house with my friends. I don’t plan on doing any traveling.” “My best friend since childhood will be coming down. So, we’ll be hanging out either at his parents house or mine catching up.” Hezekiah Littlejohn, graphic arts major said, Besides friends and family, there are many things that students can do that don’t cost a lot of money. There is Deer Creek bowling lanes, Scandia, the AMC and Edwards movie theaters. For those that enjoy things more unusu-
al, there is Ice Town, the ice skating rink in Ontario, or the Citizen Business Bank Arena for hockey and concerts. There is the Quake stadium for baseball, and Dave and Busters for drinks and games. Other students will be catching up on homework or getting ahead. A few have more ambitious plans. “I’ll probably end up spending spring break getting my life together,” Kendra Isabel, pre-med, said. Many local businesses offer students discounts. The new discount program includes Deer Creek Lanes, Center Ice Arena, Clipping’s Hair Design and Double Play Pizza. Some students will be getting away on a spring vacation. “I got a great deal on Groupon for two days and nights on Catalina,” Ed Lee, engineering major, said. Others have no immediate plans and have a spur of the moment mentality. “Oh, no plans, I make things up as I go.” Sage Love, undecided major, said.
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Faster path for students struggling in English Pre-transfer English/reading classes to be reorganized for fall 2013 semester ELAINE DELEON
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Students struggling with English and quired pre-transfer classes that will be offered beginning in fall 2013. English department coordinator Neil Watkins believes the changes will remove obstacles for students needing extra help with reading and writing skills. “I believe it is going to modernize the curriculum,� Watkins said. “Its a big dramatic change to help students get to completion sooner by combining reading and writing.� Reorganization of the courses will combine the eight classes formerly offered in the English and reading departments into three pre-transfer courses. The new courses — English 675, English 575, and English 475 — are designed to ready students for the transferable English 1A course. English 675 — Preparation for College Reading & Writing — will introduce students to a variety of pre-college and college-level texts and writing situations. The non-credit, 4-hour-per week class, designed for students testing three levels below transfer course placement in English, also includes 10 hours of supplemental learning in a success center. Successful completers will be able to re-assess for possible placement into the credit curriculum. English 575 — Introduction to College Reading & Writing — is a 4-unit introduction to academic reading, writing, critical thinking and study skills. Students will also have seven hours of supplemental learning in a success center that supports this course. English 675 — Fundamentals of College Reading & Writing — will include careful study and practice of critical thinking, reading and expository writing techniques. Five hours of supplemental instruction in a success center will accompanying this class. Partially in response to state-mandated unit reduction plans, English and reading programs are being combined to help students complete their education sooner, according to Watkins. Instructors and tutors who have previously taught the remedial English (Eng 450, Eng 500, Eng 550) and reading (Read 500, Read 510, Read 520, Read 530, Read 550) are being retrained to teach the new courses. The older course offerings will still be available in summer the session. Students who have already or will complete the old courses will not be adversely affected by the changes. Successful completers of ENGL 450, ESL 450 or READ 550 may register for ENGL 1A. ENGL 550, Read 530 and BUSOT 455 completers will be eligible for ENGL 475. ENGL 500 or READ 520 completers will be eligible for ENGL 575. READ 500 or 510 completers should register for ENGL 675. A chart that describes each of the three classes can be seen above. Students are also advised to speak to their counselors if they have more questions.
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Green Eggs & Ham brings smiles to kids at Juniper JANET TRENIER Green Eggs & Ham was only one of the titles being served up at Juniper Elementary school in Fontana. A large group of Chaffey volunteers arrived at the school early Friday, March 1. “Chaffey College faculty, staff and student clubs donated 657 new children’s books,” Susan Stewart, Director of Student Activities, said. The volunteers initially met in the Juniper library where they were each given an assigned classroom in which they would read. “Each child received a book after a or student read to the grades K-5 classes,” Stewart said. “The students were excited that they were able to celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday by receiving a gift themselves.” There was a great level of energy in Ms. Professor Neil Watkins, coordinator of the English Department, came to regale the students with his oratorical artistry. “Connecting with local schools is an important part of what we do,” he said. was Secret of The Ninja, written by Jay Leibold. The story captivated students.
Watkins had the children anxiously raising their hands to discover more about the story he had chosen. The book was unique. It allowed the reader to choose the outcome of various events and offered 29 possible endings by allowing an interactive exchange of ideas between Watkins and the students. Professor Watkins also read the classic Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss. This brought great smiles to the children. Most assuredly the character voices that Watkins provided created a more jovial environment. about their future goals and explained some of the opportunities that college offers. Volunteer guest readers in attendance included Chaffey Vice President Dr. Sherrie Guerrero, Stephanie Moya, Sergio Gomez, Hope Ell, Jen Nieves, Lorena Corona, Karla Escobar, Alicia Ice, Tara Johnson, Carlos Huizar, Julia Penigar, Sonia Juarez, Monica Molina, as well as Stewart and Watkins. annual visit to Juniper in celebration of Read Across America. “It’s one of the highlights of the year,”
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MARK KLOPPING The semester is halfway done, midterms are in the air and stress levels are right up there with them. Students are still moving toward their goals regardless of the pressure. Everyday is a new day while the semester drags on and the stress level rises. They continue to walk around campus, cess centers. Kayla Hill, 18, who has hopes of getting into massage therapy, worries all semester about the moment the tests arrive.
ebration of Read Across America Day on March 1.
College is where childhood dreams become realities ANNALEY BARRIENTOS
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Shawn Hughes, theater major, uses Yoga to relieve his stress on campus between classes on March 5.
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music. “I listen to music.” Hill said, “It calms me down and helps mute everybody out.” A recurring theme with students is putting their headphones on and letting music help clear their mind. Nursing Major Linh Truong, 27, does that along with adding the familiar pastime of eating. “Food is always my comfort thing,” Truong said “and some days I chill and listen to music.” There are others that take the more active role. The gym or a sport is another way that students release the everyday stress that school builds. Miguel Lozano, 23, correctional science major makes sure he gets enough sleep so he can be active in staying away from stress. “I need at least six hours of sleep,” Lozano said “and I go to the gym Active ways to run from stress also include Yoga. Shawn Hughes, theater major says that Yoga is his escape. “I like to mix it up with positions like cobra,” Hughes said, “where the mental duces stress and relieves mild depression.” Students might have different worries that build up but the same way they have different worries and stress levels, they have different ways to deal with it.
Imagination and dreams are what being a child is about. Pursuing those dreams is what college is for. The answer to the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” is one that can change overnight. From wanting to become a doctor to wanting to be a lead singer in a rock ‘n’ roll band, dreams are sometimes meant to change in order to allow for new ones. Many times they come from heroes students looked up to as children, or role models around them. Business major Matthew Romero want“I thought they were heroes,” he said. As the years went by however, Romero realized what he wanted more in life. “I decided to change my major because I wanted more money,” he said. “I would still pursue it if it supported the type of life style I want to live.” Sometimes students’ dreams can come from the people to whom they are the closest. Allison Turman, nursing major, admired an elderly lady that she used to assist. “I always wanted to be like that older lady because she was always nice, kind and a warmhearted person,” she said. Although becoming a nurse is her current priority, becoming a writer is something she has always longed to do. “It’s something that I want to look into,” she said. “I’m on the verge to change my major, but I’m trying to prove that I can.” Laurisa Garcia, history major, had
dreams of becoming a singer as a young girl. “I was very music oriented when I was young. I liked to sing,” she said. Throughout the years Garcia has changed her career more then a dozen times. From wanting to become a surgeon, doctor and English teacher, she is now studying to be a history teacher. Although her dreams have changed many times, she looks back at them with no regrets. “They were dreams,” she said. “Growing up everyone is suppose to have them. Sometimes some will come true and sometimes they won’t.” With years come knowledge. As years pass by students learn more about what they may or may not enjoy doing as a career. Joshua Contrers a psychology major knows more about what he wants from a career. “Before, I was looking for what was best for me,” he said.”Now I’m looking for what I want.” Psychology major Shawn Roberson wanted to be a skateboarder. “I used to skate when I was a little kid,” he said. “I had friends that I would skate with everyday, every where for miles.” Roberson’s childhood dream of becoming a professional skateboarder may make him smile and laugh just a little, but he knows how important it is to have dreams and set goals. “Dreams are important because if you don’t have a dream,” he said, “it’s really hard for you to get somewhere.”
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“Employees must learn to show that they care for the customer and concern for the service they provide for them,” Vargas said. Just as it is for her co-workers, Vargas must balance her job with the educational process. All student workers are required to maintain at least six units.
As they greet people with a positive attitude it is easy to forget that the employees working at the bookstore are students too, students like Sarah Vargas.
orientation and I got all the information about what the bookstore does, especially the programs they set aside for us, including scholarships and experience, it became more than a job.” Vargas started college at Cal State Humboldt as a full-time student living on campus and had a Federal Work Study job in the theatre department. However, with the stress of living in a new environment, Vargas didn’t connect well with those living in her dorm and felt unsure about the direction of her future. She made the decision to transfer to Chaffey. “I don’t even know when it happened,” Vargas said. “It was like ‘I have to leave, I’m not happy here, and that this isn’t what I wanted to do.’” Vargas grew up with Chaffey College being part of her life. She was enrolled at the Child Development Center as her mother was continuing her education. It was there that she learned the importance of working with people. Working at both the Bookstore and the Panther Express, Vargas uses the ability to multi-task and be social with customers.
where she looks to work in production This passion comes from her grandmother, who was the daughter of Howard Jones, USC football coach. Because of that video sets. In her grandma’s time, sports She inspired Vargas as she told stories about all her past experiences in cinema. “My grandmother had that love for cinema, which she then passed down to my mother, which then passed down to me,” Vargas said. By having the same shifts and working in the same area, Vargas tends to keep in touch with people. She is able get to know them and build up relationships as she works with the same group of people on a daily basis.
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Sarah Vargas ready with a smile for customers while working in the Panther Express on March 5. Vargas enjoys both the responsibility and social aspects of working in the Express. “Secretly, I love making coffee,” she said.
and the education they give you,” she said. For Vargas, being a Chaffey student employee not only helps pay the bills, but it helps her grow as a student and as a person.
Current styles throwback to snapbacks MARK KLOPPING People live in the present but bring back timeless aspects of the past that keep it alive. Some things disappear forever, some leave and return and others never go away. Good music is timeless and so is certain ation, certain clothing and accessories will never disappear. Snapback hats were brought back and re-popularized by the music industry along with the help of clothing brands. Rick Montana, 27, Co-Owner and Creative Designer of Barely Broke Intellects Clothing knows what the snapback hats have entailed. “Snapbacks have always been huge in the hip hop and sports community.” Montana said, “I remember in little league growing up all our hats were snapbacks and all the athletes and rappers wore them in the 80s and 90s.” Hip Hop music and culture from the 80s and 90s play a huge role in the retro comeback of the hats. Jason Termechi, founder of swagsyndicate.com fashion blogsite knows it’s not just hip hop but pop culture in general. “Snapbacks are so popular now due to pop culture. If you look at celebrities, rappers, basketball players, they love their snapbacks.” Termechi said “People watch what others are wearing and try to re-create
clothing companies worry about if they are going to sell all of their orders. “I mainly think the reason has been the businesses have been pushing them a lot more because it makes inventory extremely easier,” Montana said, “The fact that businesses can save money that way gives a chance for the company to make a lot more varieties of hats because the budget has opened up, so in turn now you have a company dropping seven to 10 hat designs caps.” Jason Termechi, founder of Swagsyndicat.com fashion blog site likes the why snapbacks do business and recreate styles.
“Snapbacks are cool since it allows manufactures not being tied down to ordering certain sizes in different amounts.” Termechi said, “In terms of fashion, I really like the plain and simple styles and those
factor that these hats bring, along with the new styles, keep the retro feel alive without over doing what has already been done. Brothers Lorenzo, sports medicine major, and Jermelle Chappelle, business major,
Students are not opposed to the retro trend snapbacks bring. Joshua Allmond, criminal justice major likes that snapbacks have new designs. “The snapbacks have more of a creative design,” Allmond said “and are now more original.” Snapbacks are not the only caps that people are wearing but with more styles and easier access to these styles they show up everywhere on campus. The timeless
“I wear both (hats),” Lorenzo said “and different styles.” Music is the base of a lot of trends, whether timeless or the ones that don’t last very long. “A lot of the styles come from the lyrics,” Jermelle said. When retro music stays alive through listeners, new artists also bring with them light the styles which keeps them timeless.
Hip Hop is not the only musical genre accepting this retro comeback. “I think the fact that snapbacks have actually became accepted in all genres of fashion now as opposed to just sports and hip hop,” Montana said “has really boosted the growth” Sales along with popularity and music “The fact that every single artist and celebrity wears them now,” Montana said “is also a push for the younger generation to accept it.”
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Helfand still enjoys change after nearly 40 years
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Terri Helfand, coordinator of the CIS proon March 4. “I think we have a great program since so many of our students are always telling us how the classes have helped them get a new job or promotions and greater responsibility on their current job,” Helfand said.
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Helfand was hired in 1973 as a parttime instructor of secretarial science, in the Business Education Division, which later became the Business Education School. She brought with her a bachelor’s in business administration and she was working on her master’s in business education. “I was hired because I had a very broad background,” Helfand said. “I was told they wanted someone with new ideas, and to help add to what was going on at the time.” Helfand didn’t disappoint. She brought new ideas, and worked closely with new technology as it developed. She has watched the department grow from having 1.5 instructors, as she was a part-time instructor, to the department she now coordinates, with six full-time staff and 12 adjunct instructors. “When I started teaching, there were no computers in the classroom,” Helfand said. “The few CIS students were allowed to share the college administrative computer for submitting work using punch cards.” Once microcomputers were installed in the classroom, they went through many changes before they got to the Microsoft platform most students are familiar with. First was the Commodore Pet, followed by the Radio Shack TRS-80 then IBM clones, followed by IBM, but used the
“Nobody can take away your education.” - Terri Helfand DOS operating system. After that came the Windows operating system, and now Dell computers are in the classrooms and labs. es about the internet and what the internet was,” Helfand said. “I taught people about what the internet was, and how it was going to ultimately grow and serve us.”
I really love teaching people new things. I love the excitement people express when they have learned something new.” The CIS department now offers over 38 classes, ranging from Core Fundamentals to Game Development. In her years at Chaffey, Helfand has seen changes in technology, but changes in students, too. She recognizes that students don’t learn the same way that they used to, but still wants to emphasize the importance of education. “I think that it’s easy to get distracted. So many things are going on in our lives now,” Helfand said. “But the best they can, they really need to stay in school and complete while they are here now, because it on in life.”
up internet, and internet simulation software she found for teaching. This was when the internet was all text, with no graphics. Through the years as the technology continued to evolve, and Helfand embraced these changes. Technology changes all the time, consequently the CIS curriculum changes all the time, and that is something she really enjoys. “The thing that keeps me going is that
you can to stick with it, because it will always, always pay off in the end,” she said. “Because no one can take your education away from you.” One of Helfand’s favorite experiences is hearing that because of CIS classes, students were able to take on more responsibility at work and be more successful. key to success in life.”
Honors program motivates students to succeed FORREST SAM VALEEN GONZALES Honors program, honors classes, and honors students. Upon hearing these words, most people immediately think of research projects, hard work, and nerds. But that would not accurately describe the Honors program. It is a fun and friendly community for all capable and determined students to challenge themselves and achieve academic success. “Most students are drawn to the program because of the transfer agreements it provides,” Dr. Leona Fisher, director of the Honors program, said, “Students in the honors program get priority consideration when they transfer to four-year universities.” “Let’s say you want to transfer to UCLA as an English major, which is a very competitive major in that school,” Fisher said, “and the average GPA for English major transfer students is 3.7 for example. Honors students with slightly lower GPA would be weighted differently because they have been doing honors-level work.” Students in the program also get opportunities to present at scholarly conferences such as the Chaffey Honors symposium, the Honors Research Conference at UC Irvine, and the Bay Honors Consortium in UC Berkeley and Stanford University. The Chaffey Honors Symposium, held on Feb. 22, was a chance for Honors students to prepare for the statewide conference later in the year. “We wanted to give them an opportunity in our school’s environment to get a sense of what it feels like to present at a conference,” Fisher said. “It also gives other students, non-Honors students the opportunity to present in an academic conference environment.” There will be at least six Chaffey Honors Program students presenting at the Honors Research Conference in UC Irvine. The “Change for the World” themed symposium consisted of student presenta-
tions on a variety of topics. Natasha Tajdin, nursing major, presented her research on the impact of HIV/ AIDS on women in Kenya based on her er’s class. Business economics major Nader Sadourordoubadi presented his research on the relationship between poverty and having more children. “It was a great experience for me,” he said. I volunteered for the symposium last year and I thought it would be great to present so I prepared my research and submitted it for consideration.” There was also a panel discussion on the 2012-2013 One Book, One College Book, The Glass Castle. Six panelists discussed questions about the book’s characters and messages posed by Fisher, who served as moderator. The audience was also invited to participate and give their insights into Jeannette Walls’ memoir of an unorthodox childhood and adolescence. Presenting at the symposium is just one gram. “The Honors Program was the biggest part of my experience at Chaffey,” Sadourordoubadi said. “It motivated me to keep my grades up and be a part of the community through volunteer work.” Gus Alcaraz, a former Honors Program student who was accepted to Stanford University as a transfer student, commended him. “Pursue academic excellence, for it is a worthy endeavor,” he said. Honors students also receive special recognition for their honor-level efforts. emony are expected. join the Honors program, it gives me a ry major, said, “The program gives me the go, I am able to compete with others.” Students appreciate unique acknowl-
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Business economics major Nader Sadourordoubadi gives his presentation "Economic Struggle through Children: The Relationship Between Poverty and Having More Children" at the Chaffey Honors Symposium on Feb. 22. "It was a great experience," he said. “When were people at Chaffey who recognized my hard work and achievements.”
edgments. “For me, the honors program makes me feel that I am not just another face at Chaffey College,” Rodel Melaya, psychology major, said. Honors students also have priority when scheduling appointments with counselor Susan Starr. for inspired students,” Shuo, biology major, said, “and it opens the door to students who want to participate in extracurricular activities.” leadership opportunities through the program. “It’s nice that the Honors program provides some leadership opportunities for students to succeed.” Melaya said. What else could be reasons for students
to join the program? “It makes perfectionism seem normal.” Reul said, “and it makes you feel neurotic about doing well in class.” Students do not have to be “perfect” to join the Honors program. If they meet the requirements, have the drive to challenge themselves and look for something better in life, the Honors program could be the Harder classes with extra research projects and presentations, 50 hours of community service, maintenance of a decent GPA and completion of 18 units in honors classes may appear intimidating, but they are all for a greater purpose. For more information and program requirements, visit the Honors program website: www.chaffey.edu/honors or email honors.program@chaffey.edu.
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Break on through to the other side of mobile PRISCILLA PORRAS
Technology is an inescapable part of society. The device many students are most dependant on is their cell phone. Not only do these devices hold every bit of information about what type of person is carrying the phone, but the case does too. Instead of a simple case or background from that great time in Vegas, being what makes each device unique, phone owners have gone to a new level to make their phone stand out from their friends’ phones. Jailbreaking has become a new trend in phone customization. It is most commonly used for iPhones and it allows people to change just about any feature on their phone and even get applications for free. Jailbreaking is getting rid of all limitations on the iOS operating system. It can be done on Android devices also, but Apple products have a lot more limitations on accessibility. “My iPhone 5 is jailbroken,” said a source who did not want to be named. “I love that I can get apps and get free things on my phone that a lot of my friends can’t.” An important thing to know is that once a phone has been “jailbroken” the one-year
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Victor Bocanegra, political science major, relaxes and uses social media on his cell phone while waiting for his class to start in the Rancho Cucamonga campus Quad on March 6.
warranty from Apple and the two-year warranty from Apple Care will be voided. The only way to get a jailbroken phone its factory settings. Just make sure that
iCloud or iTunes has saved information such as pictures or contacts to the cloud or a computer, so that it is available to access later. Jailbreaking is different from unlock-
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ing. Jailbreaking allows owners to do things that should never be done on that phone and unlocking just allows the device to be used on different carriers or in different countries. But now people are starting to unlock their phones. This allows a phone to be used on any carrier or even out of the country. For instance, If someone has an AT&T phone but their friend has T-Mobile and would love to buy their phone, they would have to call AT&T and get a code to unlock the phone. If they don’t contact their carrier and get permission, it is now illegal to unlock the in prison. “I think its ridiculous that it’s illegal to unlock a phone,” Farin Alaei, engineering major, said. “Why is the government worried about unlocking phones when there is more important things going on in our country?” There are many reasons to unlock a phone. It isn’t just about selling a phone to a friend, but is also helpful when people leave on vacation to other countries. Getting charged overages or having to add a rate plan just for two weeks can be costly. Soldiers also tend to unlock phones just to contact loved ones because they never really know when they are coming back. How do people get services in other countries with an unlocked phones? They do it easily. It’s unlocked therefore it could be used on any carrier in any country. Other countries have their own cell towers which will provide customers will a SIM card and allow them to use their prepaid services. It’s the same for carriers in the United States when travelers visit. Technology will continue to grow and the capabilities coincide with it. Jailbreaking is allowing a phone to do things that Apple didn’t intend for it to do and unlocking a phone just makes the device capable to use any where in the world, but is illegal to do without the carrier’s permission. The best thing owners can do is think twice about what they do with their phones, or even a tablet, before they do it.
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Breeze Reviews: Stoker brilliantly unsettling HANAJUN CHUNG
And I mean that purely as a compliment. It teases the audience to be ahead of the narrative, but unfolds the story in a way that commands attention to what’s on screen. And what’s there is beautiful, graceful, and assaulting, displaying marvelous thought and preparation by everyone involved. Set in the present, Stoker is about a young-lady named India Stoker (Mia Wasikowska), whose father mysteriously dies on her 18th birthday. During the funeral, a long-lost uncle, Charlie, (Matthew Goode) appears, alarming yet intriguing both India and her emotionally absent mother Evelyn (Nicole Kidman). Evelyn, in her distraught, mourning state, decides it’s best for the charming relative to stay at their estate, stirring much suspicion and interest from India. However, uncle Charlie is quite interested in his niece as well.
The thriller is set in a small town, but limited to several distinct locations, mostly taking place in the gothic home of the Stokers. There aren’t many characters, but each ity in their actions, that exposition is rarely spoken and simply understood visually. The acting is outstanding, with top praises going to Wasikowska and Goode. Their characters have much in common, but while Wasikowska plays India as contemplative and distant for her age, it’s Goode’s uncle Charlie and his dark allure that suggest something much darker and oppressing. als and sounds of this year so far. It’s gothic without being ostentatious. Toss in plotting that would make Hitchcock proud (especially when compared to Shadow of Doubt) and the audience should be invested with what’s on screen. The sound is another winner here. Stoker begins with nothing but sound, followed by India’s narration. The sound design and
editing are akin to methods used in horror Some might complain it’s loud and cheap, but volume is used to further unnerve the viewer. Composer Clint Mansell did a fantastic job. But the total combination of all elements for Stoker’s success cannot be done without the script from Wentworth Miller and the direction from Chan-Wook Park. Miller — known for his starring role in the hit TV show Prison Break gets his script made after being one of Hollywood’s most famous recently “blacklisted” or unproduced screenplays. It almost tells like a twisted fable or tale, minus the fantasy but with much perversion. Park — famous for his Vengeance Trilogy, particularly Oldboy — is a part of a lucky few. When most foreign directors make the transition to Hollywood, much gets lost in transition (i.e. The Last Stand). But not Park. Stoker has all his neces-
quite refreshing to witness with English dialogue without dubbing. The South-Korean native is known for his beautiful, dark, and operatic thrillers that meditate the notion of revenge, catharsis, and redemption. This review is not only a recommendation, but also challenge to cinephiles, geeks, and casual audiences. Stoker seems like a simple thriller, but its minimal artistry is currently unmatched in today’s big-budget releases. talented individuals. The Good: Stoker The Bad: It ends kind of abruptly. Lightly predictable. Sound may be a bit too much. The Weird: This is where word-of-mouth boosting the awareness for this. Overall: A
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Satisfy sweet tooth during National Chocolate Week JANET TRENIER The Taste-ologist is in the house! Taste is a new column that will bring food events, national food celebrations, and students’ favorite dining establishments directly to Breeze readers. Grab your favorite chocolate snack,
drink or dessert. National Chocolate week is March 18-23. white chocolate, milk chocolate, semisweet chocolate, bittersweet chocolate and unsweetened chocolate. There were a few sprinkles of chocolate items in the Dining Commons and Starbucks counter, mostly chocolate chip
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cookies, pudding and mocha coffee drinks. Surprisingly, the bookstore on the Rancho Cucamonga campus has one of the greatest variety of scrumptious chocolates snacks and dessert-type items around, ranging from many types of candy bars, treats and more. “We have a lot of different choices,” science major said. “The Panther Express
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Panther swimmers going the distance THIAM CHEATWOOD Kyle McCurley, Doug Race and Eric Fox commute everyday from the High Desert to swim in the Chaffey pool. They leave their homes every weekday at 5 a.m. to get to practice by 6 a.m. Then, it’s off to class and more practice at 1:30 p.m. Sometimes, they even make the commute on Saturdays as well. Clearly you can see they are all dedicated to the swim team. “They offer the discipline that is needed for swimming,” head coach Mike Dickson said. Race, a distance freestyler, said, “I wanted to see what more I could do with swimming.” With high goals in swimming he also has high goals in school. Race is transferring to Cal State San Bernardino in the fall to major in chemistry. McCurley, an engineering major and returning All American, is a distance free-
styler in pursuit of the same thing this year. Although he is new to competing in the longer distance races he is not new to swimming. He has been in the water since the age of 4. “My parents are the ones who encouraged me to swim,” McCurley said. “Now that I am older I realize that I am good at it.” Fox, a kinesiology major, likes the shorter distances. He swims the breast
“We spend more time together than we do with our own families,” Race said. They all credit their parents’ support for inspiring their dedication. “My dad drops me off every morning
at Eric’s house so I can go down with him to practice,” Rice said. “He has taught me that I can succeed at anything.” And succeed they will.
“Anything over a 25 is way too long for me,” he said. Even though he enjoys shorter distances he is still dedicated to driving the long distance down everyday. Fox wants more for his life. “My brother is the one who encourages me,” he said of his sibling stationed in Afghanistan. “He tells me to stay in school.” As you sit with these three young men you can see how close they are by their joking with each other and the laughs.
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Kyle McCurley, engineering major, swims laps at practice on March 6. During the two-hour practice the swimmers will complete 6,000 yards.
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Eric Fox, kinesiology major, does the backstroke during practice in the Chaffey pool on March 6.
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CHRISTOPHER JACKSON of playoffs where the team played the Palomar College Comets on March 6. The Panthers won 82-67 to advance to state playoffs.
Panthers hustle to Elite Eight in state playoffs HERMAN DUGBARTEY After an impressive win on March 2 against Irvine Valley, the Chaffey Hustlin’ Panthers moved to the third round to face the Palomar College Comets on March 6. Once again they moved on in quest of a state title, downing the Comets, 82-67. The third round of playoffs mirrored the Hustling Panthers win against Irvine Valput pressure on the Comets and forced turnovers. most of the game, forcing Palomar to play and desperately. The Panthers took advantage of this and made several three pointers. The Panthers are now in the elite eight and move on to play in the state playoffs. Earlier in the week, the men faced Irvine Valley and won 73-59. Chaffey won the tip and pushed the ball forward instantly.
Attacking the bucket with strong drives, half by power forward Adom Jacko who had a powerful dunk that drove the crowd wild. Panther’s defense was also a major factor to their win. Coach Jeff Klein ran a full court press for a majority of the game. The pressing caused multiple turnovers for the Lasers as well as numerous steals in Chaffey’s favor. Klein’s technique of constant substitution for his team allowed them to have an upper hand against Irvine. The substitutions also kept fresh legs on the court for the Panthers. Shooting guard Kenny Morgan was one of those fresh legs that helped his team. Morgan gave his team instant points as soon as he stepped foot on the court. “Defense. Our defense leads to our offense,” Morgan said. He was active everydefensively. He had six points coming off the bench with a steal as well.
Chaffey ended the half up 41-25. Going into the second half Panthers kept the pressure on the Lasers. They continued to press with strength, never slacking off when the ball was in a Laser’s hand. Steals continued to rack up. But the Lasers battled to keep their composer against CHP’s pesky defense. The Lasers continued to give the Panusing their post players. Lasers’ Center: Jeff Given tried to bring his team back with his aggressive battling for the boards and his hustling put-backs. But still Chaffey’s defense was too tough. The Panthers kept their energy high through the second half as well, using the crowd’s energy for motivation. They ended the game with a last-minute highlight that made the crowd cheer wildly once again. Point guard Songo Niang threw a lob to shooting guard D’on Hall for the thunderous dunk.
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Justin Long and Sango Niang call out the play to teammates during March 7 action at the Chaffey Sports Center.
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Adom Jacko takes a shot from the free-throw line due to a technical foul from Irvine Valley College on March 2.
“What’s good about us is that we have talent all down our bench,” Morgan said. Many factors were involved in the win for the CHP. The main ones of course were the defensive pressure, the pin-point shooting, and most importantly, the team chemting mad then we all break up, so the key factor is staying together as a team,” Morgan said. team against Irvine Valley. The team bond was something that can surely be seen when watching this basketball club play. “Next round, working on doing what we do every day,” Morgan said about preparation for continued playoff action. After advancing against Palomar, Panther fans were ready to root once again for another win. The men played at Saddleback College on March 9. Check the athletic website for results www.chaffey.edu/athletics
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riod against Palomar College on March 7.