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DIEGO CERVANTES The Center for the Arts lit up for the third annual student dance showcase on Oct. 19. Student choreographers were given the freedom of unraveling a spark of inspiration into a sizzling work of art over a period of eight weeks. Students were able to choose the theme, costumes, dancers, rehearsal times, as well as the choreography. “The most difficult thing for me as a dancer would be getting as much exposure without overexposing myself,” dance major David “Braulio” Martinez said as he warmed up prior to his performance of “Perdido” just outside the CAA building. The show opened with Autumn Crayon’s performance of “Dreaming,” which featured a girl surrounded by colorful characters that came to life and danced with her to an instrumental of “Moment for Life” by Nicki Minaj. T h e characters w o u l d burst into dance and suddenly stop
with the music, leaving her distressed with the question of whether or not the main character was living a dream or just dreaming. “After Hours,” choreographed by Amber Hayes, told the story of a working businesswoman who knew how to let go of the daily grind and express herself. Michael Bublé’s “Feeling Good” accompanied the dancers as they came home from work wearing coats and hats and slipped into more comfortable clothing. Havana Brown’s “We Run the Night” joined in and gave a hiphopish segment to the routine and ended with the return of “Feeling Good,” which gave the number a sexy finish that conveyed the message to the audience flawlessly. “Slimnastic Swank,” choreographed by Habeel Abdulhusain, brought a censored version of Eric Prydz’s “Call On Me” video to the showcase audience. Dancers sported neon-colored workout clothing that screamed ‘80s. The well-received performance brought energy, a foot-tapping audience and crotch toweling. Next up was Braulio’s performance titled “Perdido,” meaning “lost” in Spanish. The performance portrayed his life story in the form of modern-based ballet. Despair, angst and perseverance was communicated to the audience as he danced with Christiana Powell. Occasionally they seemed to pick each other up out of kneeling positions in order to keep dancing. The dancing was very smooth and fluid, which went well with the music and theme. “The hardest part of the whole thing would have to be the actual performance itself,” Andy Carballo, dance major said. “I have adrenaline going, the crowd cheering, and I’m vulnerable for four minutes.” [Continued on page 6]
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Christine Jackman danced to a piece titled “After hours” that was choreographed by Amber Hayes. Jackman danced as part of a quartet performing at the 2012 Fall Student Choreography Showcase on Oct. 19 in the Center of the Arts building Room 206.
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Dance major David “Baulio” Martinez warms up prior to his performance of “Perdido” just outside the CAA building for the Student Dance Showcase on Oct. 19.
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Senator Gloria McLeod talks to students about some of the important issues on the upcoming Nov. 5 ballot, at Discussion with the Community, hosted by ASCC in CAA 218 on Oct. 18. The event was held to help students understand some of the key issues facing California, such as Prop 30, and how Chaffey Students can help to improve the economy, and encourage them to vote.
October 29
November 7
Deadline to drop full-term classes with a “W” is Monday, Oct. 29. Effective Tuesday, Oct. 30, all remaining full-term classes will require a grade.
The Associated Students and the Office of Student Activities will be hosting an event to honor our student veterans. The Veterans Reception will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 7, from 12:30-2 p.m.
October 30
Other Events
Jazz Guitar Performance Tuesday, Oct. 30 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the CAA Gallery (lobby) will be hosting a special lunch-time jazz guitar performance by our very own Dr. Brandon Bernstein and Tim Fischer.
October 31
The Bookstore will host a Carved Pumpkin Contest on Wednesday, Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For more information contact the bookstore at 909-652-6590. The college Classified Senate, Associated Students, Bookstore, and Foundation are sponsoring the annual, “Halloween Costume Party” on Wednesday Oct. 31 from noon to 1 p.m. in Campus Center East, Free Speech Quad. Free candy and Handel’s Ice Cream for contestants; prizes for winners.
November 1
The One Book, One College Committee is pleased to announce the 9th Annual OBOC Film Fest Thursday, Nov. 1 at all campuses. All screenings are free and include a discussion of the movie. The Hunger Games presented by Prof. Kody Lightfoot 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1 CAA-211 Rancho Campus
November 2
The One Book, One College Committee is pleased to announce the 9th Annual OBOC Film Fest Friday, Nov. 2 at all campuses. All screenings are free and include a discussion of the movie. Death of a Salesman presented by Prof. Samantha Krag Noon-3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2 CAA-211 Rancho Campus
The Rancho Language Center will conduct workshops on how to write personal statements for college transfer applications on Tuesday, Oct. 30 at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 6 at Noon, Thursday, Nov. 8 at Noon, and Wednesday, Nov. 21 at 6:30 p.m. For reservations, call (909) 652-6820. The Chino Success Center conduct a similar workshops on Thursday, Nov. 1 at 12:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 5 at 11 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 8 at 12 Noon, and Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 12:30 p.m. To make an appointment, contact the center at (909) 652-8150. Student Activities will be conducting its monthly food pantry distribution on Thursday, Nov. 15 from 1-6 p.m. in the Rancho campus. While supplies last. For details, contact the Office of Student Activities at (909) 652-6590. Cat On A Hot Tin Roof The classic drama by Tennessee Williams will be presented at the Chaffey Theatre Nov. 8-10, at 7:30 p.m., and Nov. 11 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $13 and available through the online box office at books.chaffey.edu. For more information contact the box office at (909) 652-6067. Transfer Center Students planning to transfer to a CSU or UC for fall 2013 should begin their applications now. CSU applications must be submitted on line between Oct. 1 and Nov. 30. Applicants can begin working on their application and personal statement but can only submit them between Nov. 1-30. Personal statements are required for UC applications but not for CSU. Individual and small group workshops are available through the Transfer Center.
Art Writing Essay Contest 2012-13 The Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art in collaboration with ARTicles welcomes writing on any issue connected to contemporary art on view at the Wignall Museum during the 2012-13 academic year. The finalist will receive a cash prize of $150 and their work will be published in the last edition of ARTicles. For more information contact Rebecca Trawick (909) 652-6493.
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Obama vs. Romney: The lesser of two evils
GIANNI MARASCO
Ed note: The elections are on Nov. 6, and with so much debate among and about the presidential candidates, we asked staff writer Gianni Marasco to give us his two cents. Unfortunately, he gave us three… Barack Obama’s race for re-election has been aggressive and arduous, but Obama remained undeterred and is now tied with Mitt Romney in the polls. The President created his political fingerprint within his first days in office. His orders to close the Guantanamo Bay Detention Center were discarded by Congress, who refused to give the necessary funding. Obama also froze the bank accounts of several White House employees in an attempt to show the public that if “families tighten their belts, so should Washington,” as he put it. A hundred days into his presidency, more than 60 percent of Americans approved of the way things were going. The President intervened in the auto industry with a massive bail-out, saving at least a million jobs, and the industry expects to create about 167,000 more by 2015. Obama also made his position on discrimination in the workplace known in 2009 by signing the Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act. One of the first bills he signed made sure women, or any cases where pay discrimination is involved, would be treated more seriously. The next year, Obama signed the Af-
fordable Care Act, which will insure 32 million previously uninsured Americans, will be covered beginning in 2014. Obama is pro-choice. “Abortion should be legal in accordance with Roe vs. Wade,” he said. When the question of “when does life begin” arose at a press conference, Obama remarked, “Whether you’re looking at it from a theological perspective, or a scientific perspective, answering that question with specificity is above my pay grade.” Obama gradually warranted favor of the Lesbian/Gay/Transgender community. First was his Mathew Shepard, James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act, which piled sexual orientation and gender into the list of hate crime candidates. Then, the President repealed the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy, allowing any openly homosexual person to serve in any branch of the military. Proposition 8 was introduced in the November ballots 2008 ballot in California. Obama announced that he was in opposition to the proposal. Prop 8, if passed would consider marriage only between a man and a woman. Perhaps rightfully cautious at first, Obama made his opinion clear some time before his nomination for re-election. During an interview, the President plainly stated he was in favor of same-sex marriage. The President also introduced an economic stimulus package, which received mixed reviews. He was cited as lazy on fiscal issues and many people still believe the economy still
has much recovery to undergo. But whether it was terminating the longsought terrorist Osama Bin Laden, or withdrawing the last of the troops from Iraq in 2011, Obama’s accomplishments are clear cut, as are his political positions. Socially, Obama is conscientious and open-minded. This is a reason so many young people across the country will be voting for him in November. Mitt Romney speculates there are 342 economic programs currently corrupting and upsetting the economy. He also believes high tax rates discourage business owners from setting up here. Romney accuses President Obama of cutting spending but increasing taxes. Romney also believes in the stabilization of federal funding, which he cites as out of control. Since Obama’s induction in 2008, federal spending will have risen nearly $3 trillion in the next 10 years. Romney said it “was entirely a matter of choice.” Obama is considered by Romney to have an expansive agenda when it comes to regulation. This includes Obama’s “war on carbon dioxide,” which has been called the “most far-reaching environmental regulatory scheme” in history by Time magazine. Romney says his plan is to limit regulation costs like any other fee. He also wishes to undo any regulations made by the Obama Administration that burdens the economy. He also alleges that Obama continues to depend on big government and social
spending programs to solve the country’s hardships. He has described his ideal government as “smaller, smarter, simpler.” Romney also appreciates firepower. He understands that defense is one of the basic functions an industrialized nation must possess. Romney states that Obama has failed in keeping order in the middle east, specifically the Assad regime, which still terrorizes the Syrian people. However it is Romney’s domestic policies that are most colorfully displayed to young voters. He transitioned from once calling himself a “moderate” with “progressive” views, to acquiring some of the most socially conservative traits available. One example is his desire to overturn Roe and outlaw abortion to “change hearts and minds.” Another is his adamant disapproval of medical marijuana. When asked a question regarding gun control laws, Romney said, “No new gun legislation. Enforce the existing ones.” Romney appears to be a strong, fiscally-conscious force, lover of reduced government size and heavyweight opponent of taxes. Obama on the other hand is the “mother” president. He wants everyone taken care of: more social programs and equality for all. Obama truly wants to be America’s helping hand. When choosing your candidate in this upcoming election, remember to ask yourself, “Who is going to do the least amount of damage?”
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Educators imprisoned in Iran: Baha’i community faces persecution
VALEEN GONZALES
If education is a crime, then everyone on campus is guilty as charged. Sociology Club, Puente, I.D.E.A.S. and Baha’i students co-sponsored the Education Under Fire event on Oct. 24. About 40 people and local Baha’i community members attended to learn and show their support. Education Under Fire is a grassroots movement to raise awareness of Iran’s policies that prevent members of the Baha’i faith from participating in higher education. “The situation of the Baha’i community in Iran is very dire right now,” guest panel speaker Dr. Firuz Kazemzadeh, said. “People ask if I am exaggerating or darkening the story to make my point. Unfortunately, I am not.” The event included the screening of “Education Under Fire,” a 30-minute documentary detailing the history of Baha’i persecution in Iran and a panel discussion with Dr. Kazemzadeh, Dr. Keyvan Geula and Iraj Kamalabadi, all Baha’i members dedicated to educating the public on the plight of Iranian Baha’is. “We’re trying to bring awareness to human rights violations in Iran,” said Mary Sullivan, business major, Baha’i student and co-host of the event. “We hope that by shedding light on this situation, we will put pressure on Iran to stop the persecution of Baha’is.” The Baha’i faith was founded about 170 years ago in Iran. Its members have been
unwelcome in the country of its birth virtually since its inception. After the Iranian Revolution in 1979, the Iranian government enacted policies that prevented Baha’is from receiving a higher education and excluded them from most jobs. Iran also began the systematic persecution of the Baha’i people. Homes and businesses were destroyed. Baha’i faithful were imprisoned and tortured. From 1980-1983, 200 people were executed by the Iranian government because they were Baha’i. The youngest of their victims was Mona Mahmudnizhad, just 16 years old. “I was 5 when Mona was executed,” Sullivan said. “I remember asking my mom why it happened. I didn’t understand how anyone could kill such a beautiful girl.” Education is a central tenet of the Baha’i faith. Members are instructed to educate their children, regardless of gender. In response to being shut out of higher education, Baha’i members and educators founded the Baha’i Institute for Higher Education. BIHE started out in homes and basements with students receiving instruction by correspondence. When mail became too risky, they resorted to couriers, who would have been imprisoned or worse if caught by Iranian authorities. Eventually, the students began attending classes in small apartments in Tehran. Some students in the film detailed having to borrow chairs from neighbors because there weren’t enough seats for all the students.
The personal is political: Feminist Club hosts panel discussion ‘Women & Politics’
KIMBERLY JOHNSON
Women & Politics, a discussion panel touching base on women’s issues ranging from representation, reproduction and political policies, was showcased to a packed house on Oct. 24 in CAA 211. Presented by CC Fem, the feminist club on campus, and further driven by staff presenters Kate Lawson, Tim Arner, and Monica Carter, the discussion acted as a platform for comprehensive insight on the history of women’s issues and an image of the current state. Contraceptive availability, abortion, salary imbalances, hiring practices and sex education were all weighed in on at the panel. However, representation of women in society, the stigma of the feminist label, reproduction and contraceptives were the emphases. Coupling together statistics with the background behind them, professor Kate Lawson presented a PowerPoint focusing on stigmas toward feminist pursuits in the media. Examining concepts like the “Superwoman” ideology of women and its unattainability, in addition to Maxim Magazine’s famous cover depicting their “How to Cure a Feminist” headline, the reality of female empowerment or lack there of was dissected. For instance, a woman will make 77 cents for every dollar a man makes. These statistics change if you are African American, to 62 cents for every dollar, or Hispanic, to 54 cents for every dollar. Natalie Miranda, a correctional science major, said she recently learned about these figures in one of her sociology classes. “It’s really disturbing to think that we as
women are standing here in our community college trying our hardest to advance,” she said. She said that it is discouraging that “right now, despite how much schooling and how much experience or how much you sacrifice to obtain your goals, your degree, and that knowledge, there’s going to be a discrimination because of your gender.” She believes there has to be something done to stop the discrimination. “Equality needs to go across the board no matter your race, your gender, your sexual orientation, whatever,” she said. Carter, a political science and women’s studies professor, brought to light a few points on the use of contraceptives throughout history. From the Ancient Greeks to the Ancient Chinese, back around to most civilizations across the map, the desire to regulate unwanted births has been documented time and time again. For some, drinking elixirs with animal testes or a dose of hot mercury were fitting concoctions to avoid unwanted pregnancies. Now, in a day and age of advanced scientific breakthroughs and some of the safest procedures for pregnancy regulation, the argument on a women’s right to safe contraceptives is still being debated. Arner, a math professor, expressed his title as a proud male feminist, and opened the floor for thought and discussion proposing his own personal accounts, and in return, receiving the audience’s. The Women & Politics discussion panel opened the discussion for enlightenment on women’s issues. Audience members were encouraged to make their voice heard by going to the polls on Nov. 6.
VALEEN GONZALES Guest speakers Dr. Firuz Kazemzadeh, Dr. Keyvan Geula and Iraj Kamalabadi answer student questions during the Education Under Fire panel discussion in HS-143 on Oct. 24.
BIHE students were always careful to remain secretive about their educational endeavors leaving classes in pairs five minutes apart so as not to raise suspicions. Iranian officials have shut down the university several times over the years. In 2011, all the university campuses, which were mostly homes and some commercial spaces, were raided by authorities. Materials were destroyed, books and computers were confiscated, teachers were arrested and students were brought in for questioning. A dozen educators were sentenced to four or five years in prison for the crime of education. Attendees applauded loudly at the end of the film and submitted questions to the panel for discussion. There were so many questions that the panel could not get to all of them before the end of the event. “Tell all your friends and everyone you know to go to educationunderfire.com and sign the petition,” Kamalabadi pleaded. “Imagine the difference it would make if 1 million or more people signed this petition.” Although UN Human Rights conventions are hard to enforce, the government
of Iran is sensitive to international pressure. The supporters of the Education Under Fire campaign hope they can put enough pressure on the Iranian government to stop the persecution of the Baha’i people. After the panel discussion Sullivan and Benson Holani, undecided major and cohost of the event, invited students to join the Baha’i club they are forming on campus. Monica Molina-Padilla, counselor and coordinator of Puente projects, was so moved by the event that she offered to be the faculty adviser of the club. “I love my work and I love being here,” Molina-Padilla said, “I want to help students in any way I can.” The Baha’i students were happy to be one step closer to chartering their club. “We are forming the Baha’i club on campus in the spirit of friendship and unity of different religious and ethnic backgrounds,” nursing major and Baha’i student Queen Brown said. Those wishing to learn more about Education Under Fire can go to educationunderfire.com.
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Associate professor of political science Pak Tang entertains sociology instructor Patty Shelby and political science major Sean Taitt during the Great Shakeout.
Shake it, don’t break it CHARLES LEIGHTON
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Nursing major Anthony Martinez crouches under a desk in SS 102 during the California Shakeout on Oct. 18.
Students were reminded of Southern California’s history of earthquake disasters on Oct. 18 when Chaffey took part in The Great California Shakeout. At 10:18 a.m. students were informed by intercom that the drill would commence; after taking cover under desks, all buildings were evacuated safely. Debbie Jones, professional administrative assistant major, was in the child development center during the drill. “We met in our general meeting area, counted everyone and then spent some time relaxing in the sun before going back
inside when the drill was called off and it was safe to return,” Jones said. Students and faculty here were a small portion of the 9.4 million people that participated in California. More than 19.4 million people participated globally in 2012. The importance of the drill cannot be overstated. The U.S. Geological Survey reports that an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.8 or greater is expected to devastate California within the next 30 years. With the Rancho campus resting directly above the intersection of the Cucamonga Fault and the Etiwanda Avenue Fault, preparation for an inevitable natural disaster is vital.
Disability Program and Services raises awareness at all three campuses LUIS SUAREZ Disability Program and Services has been holding awareness events at all three campuses this month with vendors, university reps, speakers and presentations. One person who presented at the Chino campus for the DPS awareness fair was English major Tommy Davila. Davila, who suffers from the chronic disease spina bifida, knows first hand the help that DPS can offer. “The priority registration, the ability to take more time on exams and the counseling that DPS has offered has made it possible for me to continue my education,” he said. Davila, who has to take next semester off due to the continued surgeries he has to have, emphasized the importance of being able to have priority registration even after taking a few semesters off to recover from the surgeries. Davila founded the United We Stand Club. The members were able to give information about services, and the club aids various charities. Those who know Davila know that he is not held back by being in a wheelchair. “He is always messing around with us, joking about running over people’s toes when we are in crowded areas with his wheelchair,” Osmara Cortez, a friend of Davila, said. The DPS Awareness Fair continued with information given at the Fontana Campus on Oct. 18 and at the Rancho Campus on Oct 25. “I hope people use the resources that are being offered, as I have done for which I am thankful as it has made my long journey less complicated,” Davila said. Davila, who is known to always be at the Chino campus, can be seen rolling through his struggles with the confidence he has gained through his struggle and with a smile on his face.
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Bits and pieces and weird science VALEEN GONZALES
The Chemistry Club celebrated Mole Day in mad scientist fashion. From setting money on fire to making putty, attendees were able to learn about chemistry in a non-traditional way. “Chemistry is a lot like cooking,” biochemistry major Gabby Villicana said. “You just don’t lick the spoon or you will get sick. I learned that the hard way.” On Oct. 23, or Mole Day to those in the know, the Chemistry Club presented Chem Demo Day in the campus quad. This year marked the 10th anniversary of Chem Demo Day. A mole is a unit of measurement in chemistry, also known as Avogadro’s number, which is 6.02 times 10 to the 23rd power. Mole Day is celebrated on Oct. 23 and was created as a way to generate interest in chemistry. “The goal is to show chemistry is fun, not scary,” chemistry professor, Dr. Sariwan Tjandra said. “We asked students to come and bring their friends and relatives.” Some students came with their children. Biology major Anthony Murillo brought his 21-month old son. “I thought it would be fun for him to come and see,” Murillo said. “He liked the putty and that there were so many other kids.” The Child Development Center brought their preschool students to see the experiments. The children’s squeals of glee could be heard across the quad as biology major Whitley Huy created giant bubbles right before their eyes. “It was really fun,” Huy said. “I didn’t think they would like it that much.” The children could barely contain their excitement as they observed the chemistry experiments. Their teachers were pleased that they were learning while having fun. “Science develops their critical thinking,” preschool teacher Tanya Condon
said. “You can see their brains moving.” Cultivating an interest in science at any age is exactly what Tjandra hopes to accomplish with each Chem Demo Day. “Maybe one of those children will become a chemist,” he said with a smile. Even the adults in attendance found that they enjoyed learning about chemistry. “It was very cool. I liked the use of household items to get chemical reactions,” nursing major David Webster said. “If you can make education fun, it makes it easier to learn.” “It’s very fun,” biology major Carolyn Bailey said, “Making slime was interesting.” Chemistry club members, who are also students in Tjandra’s Organic Chemistry class, demonstrated a variety of different experiments to those in attendance. The experiments showed the many ways that chemistry is found at home and illustrated different scientific properties. There was a jug filled with water and observers were invited to guess whether a can of diet coke and a can of regular coke would sink or float. The experiment highlighted the concept of density. One of those two liquids is denser than the other. Attendees were also able to stab a balloon with a skewer and were surprised to find that the balloon didn’t pop – most of the time – if pierced in just the right spots. One student demonstrated the concept of combustion by coating a dollar bill in alcohol and setting it on fire. Amazingly, the bill didn’t burn. The only thing that burned was the alcohol. Attendees who could make a paper clip float in a bowl of water learned about surface tension and won a piece of candy. There were many other experiments for students to observe including invisible ink, an egg being sucked into a flask and a demonstration of the effect of static electricity on a stream of water. One of the most popular tables was a station where attendees could make their
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Preschooler Elizabeth Gutierrez enjoys watching as Julianne Fisher, chemistry major, creates a tornado inside the bottles. Part of the Chemistry Day demo in the Quad on Oct. 23. Two of the preschool groups from the Child Development Center got to enjoy the field trip.
own putty to take home. “I just hope students get more interested in science,” clinical lab services major, Cristelle Villamena said. “Even though it’s challenging, it’s also really fun.” The chemistry club members all seemed to be having a lot of fun and a genuine love of chemistry. “I was going to tell a chemistry pun,
but was afraid there would be no reaction,” Villamena joked. And more than just fun, there was resounding passion for chemistry and all that can be understood through it. “I think it’s awesome because a lot of people think chemistry is hard and boring,” biology major Nicole Askander said, “so I hope this ignites a passion for chemistry.”
Audiences cheer the student showcase
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Dancers Emily Jaimes, Ivanne Recio, Autumn Crayon, Kendra Isable, and Habeel Abdulhusain put on the first performance of the night at the 2012 Fall Student Choreography Showcase held on Oct. 19 in the Center of the Arts Building Room 206.
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Artist Lakesha Johnson along with dancers Jayme Ung and Mavie Arellano performing in “Love”, choreographed by Janel Arnold. “[The show] is a great opportunity,” Arnold said.
[Continued from page 1] “Sex-Treme,” choreographed by Carballo and performed alongside Christiana Powell, featured a remix of “Heads Will Roll” by the Yeah Yeah Yeahs. The message of the performance was the sexcharged club scene that is experienced by today’s youth. The sharp dance performance received a well-deserved applause as the two marched off stage to the beat in their leather ensembles. “I liked Sex-Treme the most. It was really good, had energy and a lot to say,”Erica Allum, home economics major and firsttime attendee to the dance showcase, said. “The performances were beautifully
well done, smooth, energetic and a remarkable job was done in the performance as well as the choreography,” Michele Jenkins, professor of dance, said. Jenkins supervised the students while they brought their inspirations to life. This was the first year that the showcase featured technical lighting, which brought the choreography to life on a new level. Rather than having the lights continuously illuminate the stage like the two prior years, the lights really brought the choreography and music even closer together. The showcase left audience members captivated and allowed dance students to fully-express their creativity and talent.
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Joshua Collins performing in the 2012 Student Choreography Showcase on Oct. 19. This was his second showcase being both a choreographer and a dancer.
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Students give back to Juniper Elementary SARAH SANDOVAL
Even in these tough economic times, there are still many good hearted people who give back to the community and play a helping hand in bettering the lives of children. One way of doing so is by inspiring children to become contributors to society and ultimately attend college and excel. At Juniper Elementary School in Fontana, Chaffey students volunteered to help paint a mural for the children. “I remember when I was a little girl and always wanted a mural at the school I attended. I remembered my uncle did the original mural at Crenshaw, and I’ve been waiting for an opportunity to do a mural like my uncle,” Alicia Hubbard, double
majoring in theater and psychology, said. Students volunteers had been waiting to do something inspirational for the children and the opportunity was taken. “I happened to be in ASCC office and saw the flier, signed up and waited three or four months to do this,” Krystal Pasco, fine arts major, said. Chaffey alumnus and muralist Lori Luttig met with Principal Adele Thomas, and they decided it was imperative to connect the six pillar theme of the school to the mural. They further decided to use the timeless theme of superheroes to represent the six pillars and started the process of painting a mural on the school wall. The six pillar values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, caring, citizenship
and fairness are an ongoing theme at Juniper to teach children about the importance of character and to practice it. Because the disciplinary actions are tied to the pillars, the volunteers are hopeful that the permanent reminder of the values will aid the character building of the children attending Juniper. Many of the children were ecstatic about the painting and were the volunteer audience while finishing the mural. “Each of the child superheroes shown represents a value, so we’re trying to inspire children to be good citizens of society,” volunteer Dulce Ibarra said. Being a good person to society involves giving back to the community, and is why volunteers wanted to help, to be an exam-
ple to the children. “I hope children understand these are values in life, and I’m glad mixes of children are portrayed so they can see the unity and them all working together,” Hubbard said. She and others hoped their efforts would inspire the children to give back to the community as well. Overall, the mural was designed to inspire and motivate children to excel, with the expectancy of one day attending college. Each classroom at Juniper is adopted by a college, thus providing a sense of unity that will surely stay with the children. For more information on volunteer opportunities, visit the Student Activities office.
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Students and faculty work on the mural dedicated by Chaffey for students of Juniper Elementary in Fontana on Oct.5.
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Dulce Ibarra, volunteer and student worker at the Wignall Museum works, on her superhero at Juniper Elementary in Fontana on Oct.5.
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The super heroes painted in the mural for Juniper Elementary each represent a value, the overall mural is an inspiration for students to learn from.
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Muralist Lori Luttig talks to kids from Juniper Elementary as they asked question about the mural being created on Oct.5 at Juniper Elementary in Fontana.
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Day of The Dead, celebrated in more than one way
MARCO ROSALES
All over the United States October is the month when children and adults get ready to dress up as their favorite superhero, villain or princess to go trick-or-treating, to a costume party, or to do something involving being scared. However, in other parts of the world October is a sacred month where instead of dressing up and getting candy, people celebrate El Dia De Los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. This is when they have the opportunity to honor and respect loved ones that have recently died. Families often do this by serving a big meal and offering a “thank you” for everything that person had done. “Mexico is really unique. There are many different kinds of ways to honor their dead,” said Armando Espinosa Prieto, project director of the Metamorfosis documentation. “A modern way to honor our dead is by painting our faces white as a symbol of death and even going to the graveyard and getting drunk alongside sharing laughs and memories with the dead.” Prieto lives in Santa Fe, N.M., and is part of a non-profit organization that travels as far as the Andes Mountains to capture and record these celebrations that have been going on as far back as the Roman Empire. He and teammate Graig Johnson gave a presentation Oct. 24 in Student Activities, sponsored by the Spanish Club. “This originally came from the Romans making offerings, and even as far back to the Mayas even Aztecs where human sacrifices were made for their gods,” Prieto said.
He hopes to cover and protect these ways by supplying the community with what has been learn to share and give back to its community. During his travels to the Andes he met with members of a small town that contain seven villages and was governed by one person. In this village his group recorded and noted everything that was going on. This first-hand experience offered a glimpse of the ways the people of Bolivia do these celebrations, and a better understanding of why people do these things for their dead. “The body of the deceased is very sacred and is and has been treated with great respect, where they make sure to bury their dead, and not let it rot away or be eaten by wild animals,” Johnson said. “Sometimes [they even] go to great lengths to unbury them for traditional reasons.” Prieto and Johnson shared a video documentary, “Todos Santos la Fiesta de las Almas, the Feast of the Souls.” The video project took two years to complete and offers a better understanding of this celebration’s traditions and origins, including the “ripple effect.” This is when two cultures combine. It was created through a ripple. “When the two cultures meet they have differences but soon blend,” Prieto said. “Then they combine and you’ll see the similarities (as sell as) differences which are easy to distinguish.” While in the village they noticed that honoring is not just a tradition but a necessity, because with it well-being and prosperity will follow. Flowers, candles and many feasts, de-
Students celebrate Eid MOHAMMED KHAN
Muslims around the world celebrated “Eid-ul-Adha” (“Festival of Sacrifice”) on Oct. 26. It is the 2nd of two Eid’s muslims celebrate it is an Islamic festival to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim (also known as Abraham) to follow God’s command to sacrifice his son Ismail. The festival was celebrated on campus on Thursday, Oct.25 with henna tattooing, food and roses that each shared a beautiful message for students. For those who are not familiar with Eid, the story of Ibrahim’s sacrifice explains that Eid-ul-Adha celebrates the occasion
when God appeared to Ibrahim in a dream and asked him to sacrifice his son Ismail, as an act of obedience to God. The devil tempted Ibrahim by saying he should disobey God and spare his son. As Ibrahim was about to kill his son, God stopped him and gave him a lamb to sacrifice instead. Note: This story is also found in the Jewish Torah and the Christian Old Testament (Genesis 22). Here, God asked Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac, his son with Sarah. Ismail was his son with Hagar. The celebration of Eid holds many fesitivites for all to partake. The celebration and tradition continues to live and be celebrated by Muslims around the world.
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Part of the celebration of Eid, Psychology major Marwa Zanial works carefully as she creates a henna tattoo on ASL major Yessenia Hidalgo in the Quad on Oct. 25.
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Armando Espinosa Prieto gave a biographical power presentation and then played his documentary Metamorfosis Documentation Project at the Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) sponsored by the Spanish Club in the ASCC Lobby on Oct. 14.
pending on a particular culture, are all part of the celebration. One celebration is known as the “feast of the flowers,” which is dedicated to the children. When one has died and “El Dia de Los Muertos” approaches, preparation is crucial. “Different cultures celebrate different ways to honor their dead, while preparation may take weeks, the godparents of the deceased’s soul will be responsible for the decoration of the shrine, with candles, food (bread), flowers and with this the soul will lay and rest,” Prieto said. “And while this is happening, relatives get together which
make one another take care of each other, thus bringing well-being and prosperity, so as the dead moves on to the next life it will continue to look after its loved ones even long after it’s gone.” Next up for Prieto and Johnson is a trip to Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, then on to Chihuahua, Zacatecas and Oaxaca to study the differences between the cultures of Mexico and those in Boliva. The new project can be followed at http://www.metamorfosisdp.org/, along with more information about their organization.
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Chaffey’s report card to the community: A-mazing JOCABETH SALVADOR Every year the administration comes together with members of the surrounding community for the Report to the Community. The 13th annual Report to the Community was held on Oct. 16, at the DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton Hotel in Ontario. Notable guests included Ontario Mayor Paul Leon, Assemblyman Mike Morrell, President and Superintendent Dr. Henry Shannon, the Chaffey Governing Board, Chaffey College Foundation President Sue Ovitt and Fire Chief Marshall Hartwig. The Report to the Community meeting is held to inform the seven communities that Chaffey serves — Chino, Fontana, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Upland and Chino Hills — about how the college is progressing and benefiting the community. “This event is a report to the community of the success Chaffey has been experiencing,” Director of Alumni Relations Nick Nazarian, said. “It helps showcase Chaffey and highlight specific programs.” “Report to the Community is our report card,” Governing Board President Paul
Gomez said. “I think we did awesome.” “$83.3 million in income to the local economy,” Gomez said to open the luncheon, “That is how much money Chaffey students have contributed to the local economy through local good purchases and student spending.” Gomez also highlighted the 56,000 transfers since 1995 and 15 K-12 partnerships as some of the college’s accomplishments. Math and English First, a program to help new students succeed in English and Mathematics in their first semester, was recognized in the presentation. Fast Track courses were another success acknowledged. The accelerated courses saw higher retention, persistence and success rates among students enrolled in those sections. The success centers continued to be recognized as a model for academic and tutoring support. Other programs highlighted in the presentation included radiological technology, associate degree nursing, and dental assisting. Auto tech and journalism students were also recognized for their achievements.
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Superintendent Dr. Henry Shannon speaks with Vice President on Administrative Services and Gary Ovitt after the Report to the Community luncheon on Oct. 16 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Ontario.
The Summer Electrical Internship and Training Partnership with California Steel Industry (CSI) were highlighted. The CSI internship allows students to gain work experience which is very important when trying to look for a job. Eleven students who entered the program all successfully completed it and were offered extended internships as CSI.
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Director of Alumni Relations Nick Nazarian was happy to show off some of the interesting memorabilia displayed in the new Alumni Relations office at the Alumni Relations Open House on Oct. 4. The new office is located in AD-103 and is an upgrade from their former home in a modular on a far corner of the Rancho campus. The Open House celebrated the move to the AD building and was a treat for all who attended. There were cookies, beverages and a raffle for alumni. “We hope students will come by and see what we’re about,” Nazarian said.
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Breeze Reviews: Sinister scares audiences silly
one starts with a different family enjoying some sort of leisurely activity before things cut to something dark and gruesome. If there was anything to fault Sinister, it would be that the drive behind central mystery becomes quite weak after a certain point, as the horror elements take center stage until the end. But it does the horror stuff so well that one looks past small narrative questions, especially since the film answers said questions in the end. Halloween – for the film’s target audience – has become a loud, large event that celebrates the holiday through costume parties and theme-park attractions. It’s really awesome to know that Sinister can still be a fun time at the cinema, while reminding audiences what the season is all about.
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Sinister is a small, mean little horror film that reminds people that Halloween can still be scary. It’s successful in bringing terror and unease to the audience through a familiar, yet compelling narrative that ultimately leaves the viewer cold as credits start and end the film. In the realm of horror, it takes the subgenres such as the haunted house, ghost, and found-footage films and creatively incorporates conventions from all three in service to the characters and their distressing story. Sinister is one of those special horror films in which the characters would behave familiarly to what audience members would think is the appropriate line of action. It’s so special that it cleverly and unnervingly reveals the grave error of said action and thought. This isn’t a film about body counts, even though there it’s quite high for such a small film. It really makes you care for the affected family. Much has to be said about Ethan Hawke’s neurotic and shaken performance as a crime novelist who’s entangled in the mystery of his new home. The sound design is especially fantastic. Whether it’s the sound of a projector whirling film stock, a creaking floorboard, or a
Ethan Hawke checks out fingerprints in scene from Sinister.
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well-timed scream, Sinister’s sound design immerses the viewer deeper into the film’s mystery, while audiences are nervously cringing from the sound’s dreadful reverb and volume. Sinister is about a has-been crime-novelist Ellison Oswalt, played by Hawke, and how he moves into a house that he believes
will be the key to his comeback. The previous family was found hung – minus the daughter – and Oswalt believes that there is more to the story than what news and police reports claim. Upon finishing his move into the home, Oswalt finds a box labeled “Home Movies.” Inside he finds several 8mm film reels and a 8mm projector. Each
the group,” Lily Galley, music major, said. Bernstein put total creative control in the students’ hands, resulting in unique stories and presentations that reflected the students artistic expressions and effort. Not only were the presentations educational but they were entertaining, well presented and humorous. An example was Puppet Plato discussing music law with Aristotle and performing various types of music from the present that contradicted Plato’s thoughts on what music is or should be. In another presentation, time-traveling puppets visited various important historical figures from the past in a well-written script that broke the fourth wall at various
points during the presentation, making the audience laugh even more. Other groups chose to make physical copies of children’s books, which they then read aloud to the audience. The stories features Hayden, a boy who saw polyphonic music in his dream, Peter a boy who had the dream of becoming a troubadour, and a musical note that visited different periods of time where music history was made. Monks In Training, a Music Hit-Story, told the tale of a young monk named Marshall who brought hip-hop to the monastery that he was attending. The story had an intriguing plot that captivated the audience with humor and various pop-culture refer-
The Good: The Acting. Sound-Design. Creativity in combining multiple genres into a single, effective story. The Bad: Pacing is loosely structured. Some jump scares are more assaulting, than actually scary. The Weird: This film was written by a film critic by the name of C. Robert Cargill. It’s inspiring. Overall: B+
Students perform musical puppet presentation DIEGO CERVANTES
A puppet Plato rapping to Immortal Technique, time traveling puppets and a monk monastery that founded hip-hop were what made up group presentations for Brandon Bernstein’s Music History 2A class on Oct. 16. The groups were given the freedom to put together a presentation of their choosing, whether it be a puppet show, a story book, or a live play. Students would meet for an hour during each class session and worked together in producing their segment. “My favorite part would probably have to be the brainstorming and meeting with
DIEGO CERVANTES Puppet Plato (right) rants to Aristotle (left) on what music should be as one of music history 2A class group presentation on Oct. 16. Humorous presentations such as this made for a memorable project.
ences that kept the audience engaged. “I really enjoyed the narrating,” said Galley, who was the narrator for Monks in Training. “I also liked how we just started rapping as a part of the story. It was really fun.” The group was animated in the portrayal of the characters and deliverance of the dialogue. This is one music history class that is anything but boring, a word too often used to describe a history course. Giving the students creative control over their projects shows that when students are given the opportunity to be creative with their work, they can combine creativity and history and produce art.
DIEGO CERVANTES Bringing music history to life, Irene Hernandez, sociology major, reads a portion of her group’s book to her music history class on Oct. 16. Below, members of Monks in Training group read their parts.
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This girl’s acting like more than a goalie KIM GONZALES GENESIS ZAMORA
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Goal keeper, Gisselle Valiente looks for where to throw the ball on Chaffey’s field during practice on Oct. 22.
The Lady Panthers soccer team is bursting with talent this season and each player brings something different to the team. Gisselle is one such player. “I love being a Panther,” she said. “I feel like there are a lot of misconceptions about this school, but I love all the classes and the environment.” Valiente has been involved in soccer since the age eight. She started as a field player for AYSO and did not begin playing as a goalie until her freshman year of high school. Her dad was the one who first got her interested in the sport at a young age, and she has been playing ever since. During high school she fell in love with musicals, and it has become one of her big dreams.“I love to act, so my dream would be to become an actress,” Valiente said. During soccer season, to a void any conflict, she does not take part in any theatrical performance. In the off season she is involved in performances at the Rialto Community Play-
Marauders pillage Panther women in straight sets
house. Aside from being an actress, another aspiration of hers is to do what any other student hopes to do: further her education and be able to attain a good career. In addition she loves to help people with any problems they might be going through. This has lead her to major in sociology. Valiente has many choices for transfer. She’s looking at Cal State Long Beach, Cal State San Bernardino and Arizona State University, which is where her father attended school. When watching the games from the goal posts Valiente feels that it’s a great sight to see, especially when the fans come out to watch. “When we play really well, it looks amazing,” Valiente said. “I love playing for them, and I would do it any day, everyday. It’s definitely fun.” She would love to continue playing soccer as long as she can manage time between school and playing the sport. Valiente is currently in her second year on campus and encourages students to come out and support the team.
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Second year goalie, and captain Gissele Valiente waiting to block a potential goal at practice on Oct 22.
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Heather Griepsma and Ashanti Banks leap for the block during Oct. 99 loss to AVC.
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Ashanti Banks goes for the point against two Marauder defenders during Chaffey vs. Antelope Valley game on Oct. 19. Chaffey lost in straight sets, 3-0.
HERMAN DUGBARTEY The intensity was high and competitive at the Sports Center during the Lady Panthers volleyball game Oct. 19. Chaffey started the match energized and focused but Antelope Valley’s offensive play gave the Panthers problems. Panthers came out in Panther Pride Pink jerseys in support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The crowd was roaring as the teams came to the floor. Chaffey would take the early lead into the start of the game. In the first minutes of the first match the visitors seemed to struggle defensively but they soon turned things around. Minutes into the first period Chaffey was ahead 19-15, until Antelope Valley turned up its offense. The two teams battled back and forth with spikes, but the Marauders took the first period 26-24. “We lacked focused on defense and smart offense,” head coach Larry Chowen said. Leading into the second period the Panther’s defense wore down more and more. Marauders went on a scoring rampage, going on a 7-4 run within the starting minutes of the second period. The Panthers women were able to hold the defense to some extent, scoring with blocks and saves. Middle position Heather Griepsma had a few blocks and saves to help Chaffey stay
in the game. Ashanti Banks, also middle position, was able to score with her defensive blocks and serves. However, Antelope Valley did not slack off with the defense during the second period, which allowed them to win the frame, 25-12. “They played better defense than we did.” Chowen said, “Once they took the first game back from us, they were fired up.” Going into the third period the Panthers started serving first. Antelope Valley’s defense was ready to answer with any offense the Panthers presented. Marauders middle blocker Cherise Austin made the first point of the period with a block. A few minutes into the third period the Marauders went on a 9-2 run and ended the match with another lopsided win, 25-11. The Panthers defense started strong but through out the game became less and less productive. “Poor for us, we played poorly,” Chowen said. “We played a decent game, but Marauders got the job done.” “We have another round with them so maybe we will make it up,” Chowen said. The Marauders played a solid game on both defensive and offensive play. The Panthers fell short this match but the next match between the two teams should be interesting and may have a different outcome.
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First and ten, Panther eleven fall again SEVANNY CAMPOS
At the end of the fourth quarter the Panther football team faced the reality: the team had fallen to 2-5 at home. Despite maintaining possession of the ball throughout most the game the Chaffey Panther football team fell to the San Jacinto Eagles 24-21 on Oct 20. “No team wants to be 2-5,” Coach Beach said, “We could have won this game. Our kicking game was off and we dropped a few crucial passes. We have to be more consistent.” Against San Jacinto, the Panthers had more rushing yards, 154-141, and a ninepoint lead at half time with a field goal by Tavita Naeata and a touchdown by running back Kevin Coleman. “We did a good job of holding the football and the tempo of the game during the first half,” Beach said. “It was an improvement from the last game.” Throughout the second half the Eagles scored three touchdowns and a field goal to lead 24-9 with six minutes to play. In the last few minutes of the game the Panthers scored two touchdowns by wide receiver Tim Diaz and running back Alex Jefferies. The Panthers are struggling with injuries and depth. It showed against San Jacinto. Starting kicker Erik Zamudio was out for the game with a sprained ankle. As a result the Panthers were one in four for kicks throughout the game. Quarterback Dominic Barnett was injured in the fourth quarter bringing in backup QB Harrison Stewart, who was nursing a sprained ankle. Stewart had six passing attempts but failed to complete any of them. “This game was an improvement of what we had been doing before, but the injuries are really affecting us,” Beach said. “We are getting those players back and should be stronger.” Before the start of the 2012 fall season, the football program changed divisions in an effort to be more competitive. Beach believed that his team would have little trouble competing in the American Division Mountain Conference. But that belief has not materialized.
The football team’s last win was a home game on Sept. 29 against Compton College. Not to discredit the win, but Compton is currently 0-7 overall and 0-4 in their division. The Panthers took down Compton effortlessly, but they have not won a contest since. “We have to adjust our team week by week. We don’t just have the same group of guys starting the whole season, especially with all the injuries we have,” Beach said. Injuries aren’t the only problems the team has to face. They are inexperienced with a lot of first time players. The football team has only three games left in the season. The best the Panthers could do is win all three games, and the team is facing tough opponents in the last three weeks. “Winning would be nice, but I expect us to improve our playing and play at a higher level,” Beach said.
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Chaffey’s defensive line seemed to be the only thing keeping the Panthers in the fight against Mt. San Jacinto on Oct. 20 at Grigsby field. Final score 24-21 Eagles.
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Panthers QB freshman Dominick Barnett hunting for an open target after shaking a tackle in Saturday nights match up against Mt. San Jacinto Eagles on Oct. 25 at Grigsby field. A big upset 24-21 loss.
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Panthers freshman, Kendrick Gaines gaining some yardage against Mt San Jacinto Eagles on Oct. 20 at Grigsby field. The game ended in a disappointing loss for the Panthers 24-21 final.
Chaffey soccer star is still a child at heart PRISCILLA PORRAS
Larry Llamas was first put into soccer at the age of five when his father signed him up along with his brother Edgar. Playing for AYSO and Cal South Leagues, Larry eventually made his way up into better leagues. Now at age 21, Larry is the captain for the undefeated Panthers. But his college career didn’t start at Chaffey. Larry first played at Mt. SAC, but when Edgar decided to play at Chaffey, Coach Ben Cooper decided to give the older Llamas a call. It was perfect timing since Larry wasn’t too pleased with the way the game was being played by the Mounties. “At Mt. SAC, they played favorites,” Larry said. “Chaffey is more about skills, chemistry and teamwork.” The move benefited Llamas — and the Panthers. The soccer team has clinched first place in the conference and are looking to take it all the way. Before every game Larry does some soul-searching with upbeat music, preferably techno, to keep his mind going and ready for the game. And watching his diet is a thing of the past, and a happy stomach makes Larry a happy guy.
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Larry Llamas, one of three soccer team captains, is in his second year on the Panther squad. He makes a move during practice on on Oct. 24.
“I eat everything and anything,” he said. “Diets just aren’t my thing.” While diets and routines don’t keep him going, the support he receives from his family does. His mother and sister try to go to every
home game and stay up to date on how the season is going. His brother and teammate Edgar has a different style of playing, making the field fun and not a competition. For Larry, it isn’t all about soccer, ei-
ther. School is his other priority. With a major in criminal justice, life is all about time management. “If I’m not doing something for school, then I’m getting ready for soccer practice or a soccer game,” Larry said. With hardly any free time, Llamas tries to have a social life. He listens to music and hangs with his friends. Disneyland is Llamas’ favorite place to go, and he uses his annual pass as often as possible. The future for Llamas is only going to get better. He plans to transfer Fall 2013 and the offers just keep coming in from 4-year schools such as Cal State San Bernardino, Cal Poly Pomona, Cal State Dominguez Hills. And he’s in talks with UC Riverside and UC Irvine. His motivation is short, simple and to the point. “I hate losing,” Larry said. “It’s good for the team to get a title and keep that streak going.” Clinching first place in the Foothill Conference league is just the beginning, and Larry’s willingness to adapt will take him anywhere. To root for Larry, Edgar and the rest of the men’s soccer team, head to the soccer field for their next game, Tuesday, Oct. 30 at 1 p.m.