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By Jeanita Lyman

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Josh Doctor (center) and Ezzia Gheith (right) work behind the counter at the bookstore as fellow students pick up this semester’s materials.

The bookstore remains busy as students continue to come in and out to pick up books and materials for the semester.

Proposal announced for free community college President Obama hopes to make community colleges as universally available as high schools

By Jeanita Lyman TSV News Editor

Students throughout the country may have one less financial hurdle to overcome in the future.

In January’s State of the Union address, President Obama announced a proposal to provide free community college nationwide, drawing both praise and criticism while opening dialogue about the accessibility of higher education.

“Right now I don’t even have a solid source of income, so it would be really cool,” Student, Daniel Guiterrez, said.

Student David Hope pointed out that successful, low income students already receive financial aid and doesn’t see the need for free community college.

“There’s no real reason to give money for community college, since a lot of people get caught up in the two-year system,” Hope said. “It’s kind of a waste of

money.”

“Students are exiting colleges these days with a tremendous amount of debt,” Skyline College President, Dr. Regina Stanback Stroud, said. “It really incapacitates them before they even start.”

Stanback Stroud, who was appointed to President Obama’s advisory council on financial capability for young Americans last fall, said that while the council advised the president about the crucial role community colleges play in increasing young people’s success, free community college was not their idea.

“I’m afraid I can’t take credit for it,” Stanback Stroud said, citing research from Professor of Educational-Policy Studies and Sociology at the University of Wisconsin, Sara Goldrick-Rab, as possible inspiration for Obama’s proposal.

Stanback Stroud added that free tuition could allow the state to use

funding for the Board of Governors fee waiver for other purposes, such as funding for books.

Free community college could mean changes for Skyline, such as a spike in enrollment and increased demand for technical programs, but, according to Stanback Stroud, the school is prepared to handle it.

“To me, it’s always a good thing for people to have access (to community college) and for us to be able to provide it,” Stanback Stroud said. “If we have the capacity and are able to meet those needs, it is a great thing. If not, I would be interested in increasing that capacity.”

Stanback Stroud acknowledged that the “rationing of education” in California and the emphasis on career and technical education has resulted in the deprioritization of things like lifelong learning and continuing education, which she hopes to restore in the future.

Although most Skyline students have plans to transfer to continue their education, prospective respiratory therapists may be able to complete their baccalaureate degrees here.

Skyline has received initial approval to be one of the 15 community colleges throughout the state to offer a four-year degree in a historic pilot program approved

by Gov. Jerry brown last fall.

“I think it’s a great opportunity for some students to take advantage of,” student Roman Ermolov said. “They can save time and money by getting (a baccalaureate degree) locally instead of at a big university.”

“I’m tremendously excited that Skyline College is going to be able to provide this type of oppor-

tunity,” Skyline President Regina Stanback-Stroud said. “Make no mistake, this opportunity to have access to a baccalaureate is about people being able to access jobs.

Employers say that they want to hire people at that level. (...)This is a historic event for the college to be able to offer the baccalaureate.”

Currently, there are is just one baccalaureate degree in respiratory therapy available in the state and none within the CSU or UC system. According to Dean of Science, Math and Technology, Raymond Hernandez, an associate degree has been the standard in the industry, but there is an increased demand for further training in the field.

“Like any of our healthcare professions...the responsibiility levels increase, the tech expertise increases, and the abundance of knowledge and information has Baccalaureate Continued on page 2

Student lost in tragic accident during break

By Jeanita Lyman TSV News Editor

On Jan. 7, Skyline lost a bright, young student far too soon.

Andre Apodaca, 20, lost his life in a one-car crash on Skyline boulevard near King’s drive.

“I’m still trying to make sense of the whole thing, but there’s no way around it.,” his mother, Lisa Dalisay, said. “It’s tragic.”

Andre had been studying at Skyline in hopes of getting into graphic design and ultimately working on video games. In August, he started working at Facebook in the transportation and customer service departments, and was preparing to move into information technology.

“He was on his way to becoming a great man,” Dalisay said.

She added that she’d had Andre at a young age and had considered him her sidekick.

“We kind of grew up together,” she said. “I feel like he was my friend.”

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Andre Apodaca’s memory lives on in the hearts and minds of his family and friends The two often had shared interests in things like music and clothing.

Dalisay wants Andre to be remembered for the inspiration and positivity he brought to those around him, and for those things to continue to live on after his death.

“Those that know him know what an infectious personality and smile he had,” Dalisay said.

“I want people to remember what a positive force he was.”

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Skyline College is taking a step into the future by offering a new mobile app.

An email was sent out to students on Monday, informing them about the new mobile app, which runs through Ellucian Go. Basic instructions about how to download and log into the app were provided in the email.

Student feedback will be accepted through the Marketing, Communications and Public Relations department at their email: skypio@smccd.edu.

“There’s a trend right now of everybody using their mobile devices more and more,” Interim Marketing Director, Jennifer Owen-Blackmon, said.

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September of last year, most of the process had been completed and it was just a matter of making it available to students.

In December, a focus group was held to have the Associated Students of Skyline College test out the app and provide student feedback.

The app is focused on providing students with accessibility to the information that they may have previously had to wait until being at a computer to obtain.

“Having that access to your grades and to your class schedule is going to be really key,” Connor Fitzpatrick, Promotions and Web Content Coordinator, said.

Fitzpatrick added that one of the main catalysts that inspired the app was the desire to make this type of information more easily available to students in a way that wouldn’t necessarily

mean having to head home or find a computer to use.

“All of this information is in one…easy to use portal,” Fitzpatrick said.

Skyline student Frankie KoepBlanco said that with classes starting, he hasn’t had much time to check out the app, but that after receiving the email he has thought about it.

“It’s cool that we’re upgrading,” Koep-Blanco said.

Owen-Blackmon and Fitzpatrick offered some tips to students who are reluctant to try out the app.

“You don’t actually need to log in to see a lot of the content on there,” Owen-Blackmon said.

The only options that a student needs to be logged in for are the grades and courses. The rest of the app is accessible without logging in.

Another comment OwenBlackmon added was that

since it is a mobile app, it will interact with situations like phone service the same as any other app. If students experience difficulties with Wi-Fi or service, she advises that they try using the app in other areas or rooms.

This is an app created and built for the students, and student reactions and opinions about the app will help decide how to progress the project.

“Anything that will make life easier for the students is always the goal,” Owen-Blackmon said.

Students can download the app by accessing the app store on mobile devices, downloading the free Ellucian Go app, and then selecting “Skyline College” as the school. Further instructions on logging in are provided in the email announcement on Monday.

“This is a mobile world now and we are absolutely in it,” Fitzpatrick said.

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Office 365 is now available to students district-wide to download for free on up to five devices.

“Microsoft’s Office 365 offering has been made available to Skyline College students to download a licensed copy for free,” Skyline College Interim Director of Marketing, Communications and Public Relations, Jennifer Owen-Blackmon, said.

Skyline students who wish to download and use Office 365 just need to use their my.smccd. edu email accounts to sign up, according to District Director of Web Services Jasmine Witham.

The district has a link to the Office 365 sign in page at the top of the my.smccd.edu website.

Office 365 allows users cloud storage, enabling them to work from any location. In addition, files created using one of the applications available with Office 365 can be stored in the cloud

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or locally on personal computers and other devices.

“I think it benefits us tremendously as students,” “ Now(…)we don’t have to get more apps to download other stuff (…)when we can get it for free.”

Office 365 is available to students enrolled in qualifying schools who have brought it for students, faculty, and staff.

The district’s move completes the cycle that began with the decision to move all employees emails to “a hosted solution from Microsoft called Office 365” as stated last year in the district newsletter, Skyline Shines.

The Applications available to users who download Office 365 are Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Access and Publisher. It can also be downloaded to Apple computers, iPhones, Windows phones, and Android phones.

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increased four-fold,” Hernandez said. “The requirements have increased in really any healthcare related field.”

Currently, Hernandez says that it takes about three years for many students to complete the respiratory therapy program at the Associate degree level and estimates that the baccalaureate degree will require up to 40 more units.

“We’re thinking, possibly, the major coursework will feed into the baccalaureate work,” Hernandez said.

Skyline plans to have the pro-

gram available by the 2016 fall semester, allowing some current students in the program the possibility of continuing their education without transferring.

The selection process for the program is yet to be determined and will require a statewide discussion, but according to Hernandez, the main criteria for admission will be an Associate’s degree from an accredited respiratory therapy program.

“However the selection process happens, it’s going to still follow our same mission of providing accesss equitably,” Hernandez said.

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Skyline and four year degrees Skyline College is providing the opportunity for students to have access to affordable degrees that benefit both undergraduates and prospective employers. With this program, students are better prepared to transition into the developing labor pool.

A new educational pathway is being presented to a handful of community colleges with the recent inclusion of four-year degrees.

The California Community Colleges Board of Governors sanctioned 15 community colleges recommended by the chancellor’s office to grant fouryear degrees. Included in these 15 colleges is Skyline, which will be starting a four-year respiratory therapy program in 2016.

In recent years, there has been an increased demand for qualified healthcare workers.

With this addition to Skyline’s programs, the students have an advantage in the healthcare field after they leave college.

Moreover, Skyline will be ahead of other community colleges as it responds to the pressures of the fluctuating economy significantly quicker than a four year institution. More importantly,

community colleges are considerably cheaper and versatile; they accommodate to their students’ needs, offering evening classes, especially convenient to students who balance their jobs among other obligations, online and distance education.

Receiving the green light to

“Moreover, Skyline will be ahead of other community colleges as it responds to the pressures of the fluctuating economy significantly quicker than a four year institution.”

further higher education without transferring out is the first step to assist in ensuring employment.

This program could work as a frame of reference to allow more majors needed in the job market to be offered. If it could satisfy the public’s demand for education, there’s no reason it shouldn’t be available at the community college level.

Furthermore, The San Ma-

teo County Community College District is the first institution to supplement higher education in the immediate area, whereas before individuals would have to resort to moving to southern California or commute to San Francisco or across the Golden Gate Bridge for example. Respiratory therapy is a major that is hard to come by, not to mention it is not offered in either any public four-year institution in the state.

Granting four-year degrees in careers that satisfy the states’ growing demands for employees in much needed metropolitan areas appeases the needs of the community. Our institution has been vying for an opportunity to prepare work-ready individuals and incrementing its appeal given its accessibility and location.

This highlights that where you get your academic training should not be at the forefront of your mind. Getting the education you need should be the priority.

“The Interview” was a waste of time

by Steve Perotti TSV Opinions Editor

Here is simple question for you avid readers: When is it intelligent to make a film mocking a dictator who openly loathes everything about our country? Apparently no one took the time to ask that questions in regards to 2014's “The Interview.”

Starring James Franco and Seth Rogen, “The Interview” raised a few eyebrows, as well as pulses, at the closing of 2014. And why did it infuriate so many? Because the antagonist of the film was non-other than Kim Jong-Un, the dictator/ leader of North Korea. Now the majority of Americans, as well as the free thinking populace of the remainder of the world, are well aware of one simple fact: Kim Jong-Un is not a fan of America.

Time and time again we have heard whispers and threats coming from the communist state of North Korea in regards to the capitalist West, which tends to be in reference to the United States of America of course. So, knowing what we know about this “leader,” what would possess someone to create a film comedically portraying the death of such a man?

Chances are relatively high that the film, which was co-directed and co-written by Rogen himself, was created for pure shock value.

Should the distributor of the film, Columbia Pictures, have distrib-

uted the film rather than pulling it from theaters? Was the hacking of Sony Pictures Entertainment, the parent company of Columbia, a surprise following the creation of such an obvious caricature? To an intelligent mind, one prepared for negative consequences and the like, these were all consequences that should have been expected. If a country decided to make a film, a comedy at that, depicting a hairbrained assassination attempt on our commander-in-chief, President Barack Obama, don't you think there would be repercussions?

So it begs the question, once again, when is it intelligent to make a film mocking a dictator who openly loathes everything about our country? The short answer is that it is not a good idea to make such a film. To add insult to injury, the movie apparently isn't even that funny. For the amount of flack and debris that it stirred up, both here and around the world, it should have, at the very least, been a monumental comedy and not a simple drop in the pond.

The general consensus among those who have taken the time to download or stream the picture is that the decision to release the film online was a boon, since it is cheaper in comparison to buying tickets at the movie theater. At the end of the day, just another prime example of how delusional or diluted some Hollywood sorts really are.

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New year,new you?

Every year we as a collective decide it's time to change things up. We make promises to ourselves, and to the people around us, that we will become better.

We'll start jogging, eat better, and save more money. But will doing any of these things make you a better person?

Spring semester is unique in that way. Summer gives you all the rest you need for Fall. However Spring is back to back with the last 3 months of non-stop focus and exhaustion. The only way this works is the invigoration that the New Year’s brings to students.

If you expect that a newly found focus in January will create any lasting impact with your relationships or success, you're wrong.

Motivation to be organized could be helpful, and deciding to bring lunch to school every day instead of buying it would probably save you money in the long run. But neither of these choices will really create change.

Every day should be an opportunity for a resolution. How can today be better than yesterday?

That determination you feel at the beginning of the year will only

waver if you don't persist.

The only person who can really impact your life is you. As cheesy as all of this sounds, it's repeated because it's true. There's one person responsible for you. And it's not your mom.

Having conviction within yourself to break out of the monotony of your routine is key. It's scary and you need to be brave, but perpetually putting things off ‘til tomorrow will never accomplish anything.

Keep in mind that you need to be realistic. If you expect yourself to wake up tomorrow and become an expert in a new field, you'll quickly become discouraged. The way to capture success is to make a goal you know is within reach, and to keep doing that as you progress.

New years could be a catalyst for your self-improvement, but it shouldn't be a starting and stopping point. There are 365 days in between that matter just as much.

Use them wisely.

Swallow this:a trojan man’s return Not everyone loves a comeback, and that’s a problem. I’m Nick, the original Trojan Man, and I have returned from the depths of darkness to turn your whispers up to 11, spread eagle across the page and into the campus consciousness for all to see; in the immortal words of Salt-N-Pepa, let’s talk about sex.

Oh, the blowjob. Arguably the one sexual act that most occupies the male mind, women have been blessing boys with backroom bliss since the dawn of time.

But alongside that fame comes an infamous question. "What do you DO with the…rest? It’s got to go somewhere, right? So can we just spit it out? Or, do we *gulp* swallow it?" Notice the intentional female accent, because I’ve only ever heard this question arise from one side of the gender pool.

I hate/love to be the one to break this to you, ladies, but there is no good reason to not down that nutter butter. Quite the opposite, in

fact. There are psychological and biological benefits to savoring that baby gravy.

Psychologically, swallowing a man’s load is in the top five list of “Sexiest Things You Can Do For Your Man.” I mean, just summoning the will to face the one-eyed beast is a blessing in itself, but that last coup-de-grace is what we dream about. As a man, "swallowers" are the ones we know to keep around.

It’s all about acceptance and feeling accepted. Not all men will take it this way, but to spit out their load might make them pretty sensitive. “There’s something I love, but she hates?” It becomes a seed of doubt, making a guy feel guilty about wanting what they want.

There’s one thing you don’t want to have in a relationship, and that’s guilt in the bedroom. Don’t plant that seed, eat it instead.

Scientifically, semen is a cocktail of essential vitamins and minerals. Usually, there’s a good

amount of Vitamin C, calcium, fructose, 7% of your daily potassium, and all of your daily copper and zinc: all with only 25 calories and 11mg of fat. Not too shabby, though I doubt any diets are going to spawn from the stuff. Sadly, rumors that semen can be used to whiten your teeth are doomed to rumor. Can’t do everything.

Sadly, the science behind changing how your stuff taste isn’t solid yet. Word-of-mouth rumors suggest that men who consistently eat fruits and sugars produce tastier results, as well as limiting bitter drinks and red meats. Sounds like vegan propaganda to me, but whatever gets people willing to take the plunge.

All in all, getting used to the idea of taking the big gulp can only benefit your satisfaction, whether they are fixed or fleeting. You can decide whether your reasoning is for your man or for yourself, but either way, bottoms up.

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Yeezus is better than you

Why? Because he says so and he has no problem reminding you about it

by Matt Pacelli TSV Staff Writer

January 25, 2015—Kanye West felt “Humbled for the first time.” Where were you for this historic moment? I was eating junior mints. His proclamation was made in some awards thing or something, I don’t know, look it up. Either way, you should have heard his supreme declaration of mega-humility resonating off of every mountain or angular hill, as he is the greatest human ever of all time.

Says who? Says Kanye.

“I am Warhol. I am the No. 1 most impactful artist of our generation. I am Shakespeare in the flesh.”

Kanye West is 100—no— 200% right. He is the voice of a generation; a force of genius able to transcend the realms of reason and mathematical accuracy. No one is better suited to have their genius showcased in full than Kanye West—even if he can’t spell it (his own admission).

“But strange hairy person Matt, isn’t this Kanye West a tremendous idiot, slower than a sloth in a snowstorm?”

To which I would say, yes, obviously. But consider this: out of all the stupidity that is showcased on twitter/facebook/any of our modern, regrettably fast social media outlets, Kanye West towers above all others. He’s not just a

moron—he’s a mystical moron, capable of stupidity so mind-numbing that it’s often transcendent.

Within his being, Mr. West contains a stunning combination of narcissism and humorlessness; ingredients for the perfect patsy.

What would normally be odd little

“He’s not just a moron-he’s a mystical moron, capable of stupidity so mind-numbing that it’s often transcendent.”

blurbs of self-absorption, such as the frequent references that Kanye West makes about himself being a living God, become absolutely stunning when you realize that he believes every word of it. Just look at how offended he becomes when anyone—yes, anyone—makes fun of him. His skin’s thinner than a dainty French pear. French pears are quite delicate. I ate one once. It was funderful.

“But annoying writerly guy, what’s your major malfunction? So you don’t like Kanye West. Just let it go. You’re probably just jealous he’s rich/famous/petty—a hater, they call it. You’re a smelly uber hater who probably suffers from halitosis.”

Quite contrary, my imaginary opponent. More wronger you could not be. I’ve been buying his albums at every opportunity I have. I’m more than happy to fork over money to Mr. West. Why? Because I believe in what he’s doing.

Much in the same way that people donate to charities on a basis of principal, I buy Kanye West’s albums because I desperately want to provide some small donation to keep him going, and so that I can say to myself “Hey, you see that stupid thing he’s doing? That thing that’s so unbelievable that it must be a joke, but probably isn’t? I have a one trillionth share in it!” Kanye West can’t see the humor in himself, but I can. And I can appreciate his genius on a totally different level.

Sorry, children of the world. Yeezus got my $12.99.

Granted, one could make the extrapolation that, as a supporter of such an inane individual, I myself probably have brain power that is, at best, sub-human. To this I can offer no counter argument. It seems like a legitimate assessment.

But I don’t care, because according to Kanye West, if I like what he does, then I like myself, because he’s like, omnipotent or something.

Which is hella radical and so forth.

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Labeling someone because of their facial hair is idiotic and childish

by Steve Perotti TSV Opinions Editor

Apparently, having a beard now-a-days either makes you a trendy “lumbersexual,” the newest evolution of a hipster trend, or a close minded chauvinist clinging to antiquated ideals of male masculinity. It’s just facial hair people.

Get over it.

Have beards become trendy as of late? Sadly, yes, this is the case. Most likely we have shows like Duck Dynasty and Sons of Anarchy to thank for this, but what’s done is done and we can’t do anything about it. And yes, there are men out there getting hair transplanted onto their face in order to grow a more convincing and appealing beard. Are all men who cultivate their facial hair mindless additions to the hipster masses?

Absolutely not.

Men have facial hair. Not to say that in order to be considered a man one should have facial hair, but male members of the human species are capable of growing facial hair. It could be a moustache, sideburns, a goatee; the possibilities are widespread and varied. Some men decide to grow a full beard. Why? Because it is their face, their decision, and they want to. Regardless of their influences,

it is their face and their choice.

Some men equate facial hair with masculinity. Does that make them chauvinistic? Of course not.

If your father has a beard, and you see that every day during your formative years, that’s what you are going to equate with manliness.

There is nothing wrong with that.

To each their own, and opinions are different for everyone.

Everyone is entitled to their opinions, true enough, but keep your opinion to yourself in regards to the appearance of other people.

If you’re walking around and you see a man with a well-trimmed beard, or a man with a beard grown down to the middle of his chest, keep in mind that they are doing what they want with their bodies and it makes them happy. If you don’t like it then that is your prerogative and your problem; therefore, keep it to yourself and don’t make the mistake of angering someone by voicing an opinion that no one else really cares about.

At the end of the day it is just a beard and it’s not worth getting into an altercation with someone else simply because you don’t like how it looks.

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Skyline Collaborates with Reading Partners

“Skyline students volunteer to help better elementary student literacy “

By Nick Major

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Skyline students are volunteering at Los Cerritos Elementary School to help improve the reading capabilities of struggling students.

They're able to do this collaboration through the Reading Partners, organizers of a program designed to place young students who struggle with English reading into one-on-one tutoring sessions with high school and college students.

"The Reading Partners Program is an opportunity," Brian Jenney, Career Cervices Aid said. "An opportunity for students to (...) mentor and tutor elementary students who are struggling."

The collaboration with Reading Partners has been placing Skyline students into Los Cerritos classrooms since Spring of last year. The program places trained community volunteers into one-onone sessions with a single elementary school student for hour-long lessons under supervision from a trained Reading Partners professional. Each session is designed to target the specific areas that students struggle with most when it comes to reading, but they are also tailored to the specific issues of each student.

Skyline faculty were able to do this after receiving a grant written

by Skyline's Lavinia Zanassi and Alex Jones through the President's

3rd grader Joseph Dominguez, and tutor Mariden Totantes reading together.

Innovation Fund. Multiple elementary schools in the area were contacted to ask which schools would like the assistance. Los Cerritos was the only one to respond.

By connecting the community of students at Skyline College with the practices and vision of the Reading Partner organizers, Los Cerritos students and faculty have seen marked improvement.

This has been true not only for the elementary students, but also the volunteer students from Skyline have found direction and purpose through their work.

"We made this knowing it would help the elementary students,"

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Zanassi said, "but now we see it's helping both!"

Skyline volunteers participating through the program have discovered the areas that they wish to study, according to Zanassi. They have gone on to pursue a wide range of studies from neuroscience to speech pathology. By working so closely with struggling elementary school kids, students are forced to find aspects of the struggle that they find interesting or engaging. Looking for those interests have lead them to consider degrees and careers they wouldn't have been involved with before.

"They love it," Monyca Currier,

Administration Assistant at Los Cerritos Elementary School said.

"They have good times."

Even the kids like to express how much they like the program.

One third grader commented on just how cool it was to have a college kid come to help her with her reading.

"I get to read," she said, "and then the tutor reads to me."

That's really what the program is about, establishing Skyline students as a conduit for scholastic success. They show five and six-year-olds the kind of people that can go to college. By giving younger students individualized

attention from people in their community, focusing on their specific difficulties and needs, the young students begin to believe in themselves and feel proud of their accomplishments, all with a minimal effort from Skyline students.

"It doesn't take up a lot of time," Jenney said. "Like, an hour a week."

That hour seems to go a long way. Reading Partners statistics show that after just one month of participating in the program, students often show 1.6 months worth of improvement. That time accumulates, to the point that many students begin to read at a level beyond the peers that once intimidated them. This effect snowballs out into other aspects of their learning experience. Kids become more confident and more willing to participate.

"Nobody wants to be that kid, you know?" Brian said. "Once you start getting the hang of [reading], you just feel great. You get more confident, and that makes you more likely to do better."

Skyline students who are interested in volunteering are encouraged to visit Lavinia Zanassi in Building 1, room 1215. The Reading Partners will also be on campus on February 11 presenting to classes and representing the program in the Career Center in Building 2.

Students reflect on the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

By Max Maller and Haley Holmes TSV Staff Writers

This year, the federal holiday that honors Martin Luther King, Jr. carried special weight. The killing of Michael Brown by a police officer in Ferguson, Mo., as well as Eric Garner’s suffocation and death weeks earlier at the hands of New York City Police, remained fresh in the minds of many.

Bay Area residents remembered King by staging protests of their own.

Non-violent demonstrations began in Oakland on Jan. 16.

Over the weekend, protestors successfully shut down several BART stations.

On Jan. 19, dozens of protestors assembled on the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge, blocking traffic in both directions.

Some see the protests as a justi-

fied reaction to current events.

“The application of law is disproportionately targeting people of color,” History professor Mustafa Popal said. “This is the first Martin Luther King holiday in my conscious lifetime that we’re doing what we should be doing when we have these days of commemoration.”

Popal did not attend the demonstrations, but in his previous teaching position at the College of Alameda, his classroom topics included the history of protest movements and constitutional law.

“We need to understand that racial injustice at its core is a moral issue - Nicole Harris that this country has been grappling with since its inception,” Popal said via e-mail.

Others find it harder to embrace acts of civil disobedience. Nicole Harris, President of the Associated Students of Skyline College and the Black Student Union Treasurer,

“There’s that fine line: was it a protest, or was it a march?”

Martin Luther King poster in Skyline’s Library

knew about the protests, but chose not to attend.

“My Martin Luther King Day was pretty much spent with my son looking at documentaries, talking about our history, talking about voting,” Harris said. “When you had that opportunity to vote, which was your voice, you didn’t choose to do that. I think we need to get more aware of what’s going on politically.”

In the past, Harris, who is legally blind, routinely attended Martin Luther King Day marches in San Francisco.

“For the longest time, San Francisco was the only city that was still doing a Martin Luther King

Day march,” Harris said. “And then it stopped two or three years ago. But I used to always take my son. “ This year, she was concerned the demonstrations might turn violent.

“I don’t feel safe because I can’t see and I don't know what’s going on. And it’s not to say that what they’re marching for isn’t right, it’s just that I have to worry about myself and my child,” Harris said.

“There’s that fine line: was it a protest, or was it a march?”

Judging by the reactions of Skyline students, the protests did not make a significant impact.

Many did not know that there were protests at all.

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“I think it could have been more organized,” Andrew Dionko, an Allied Healths major, said.

Another student, Mojamito Libuna, applauded the protests.

“It really hits home to all the people that use BART,” Libuna said.

Wilson remains hopeful that the movement will gain traction in other ways.

“All lives matter, everybody’s life matters," Harris said. “If you’re going to shut down BART, then shut it down for a long time.

We need to come at it with a more strategic plan of how to be successful, so they can understand we’re not gonna back down.”

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Academy awards snubs "Selma"

By Erin Perry TSV Layout Designer

The 87th annual Academy Awards have continued the trend of white male dominance in the film arts.

Some big name directors and actors have ended up on the nomination list this year, along with some newbies.

One newcomer to the coveted list of cinema is “Selma” director Ava DuVernay. Earlier this season, DuVernay became the first black woman to receive a Golden Globes director nomination.

For the Oscars however, “Selma” is the best picture nominee with the fewest amount of overall nominations (only receiving two), and DuVernay was overlooked for a best director nomination.

With events like the Ferguson protests, civil unrest and race tension has been a growing relevance this past year. For the movie industry, a film with a message like “Selma” seems to be an impactful piece that could have thrived in terms of nomination nods.

However, the best director and best picture categories continue to remain an exclusive club for the male population.

This is the first time in nearly twenty years that all the actors nominated for Oscars are white.

In 2012, the Los Angeles Times did a study on the statistics of the Academy and found that nearly 94 percent of its members are Caucasian.

One would think that in creative fields like performing and film arts, that change would be evident over the years. However, it seems like the dominant majority remains stagnant.

Why is it important that DuVernay got snubbed for best director? Because it highlights the lack of diversity and change in an ever-evolving field.

The film industry has progressed over the last century in numerous lights, but according to the Academy, nothing has changed in regards to who makes up the best of the film industry.

“Selma” follows the story of Martin Luther King Jr. and his determination for African American civil rights.

David Oyelowo filled big shoes in his role as Martin Luther King Jr. and brought a heaviness to this portrayal in scenes that involved his wife and friends. However, Oyelowo will be empty handed at the Award show this year, because

“Selma” director Ava DuVernay speaks at the Roger Ebert memorial in Chicago in April, 2013.

he also did not receive a best actor nomination for his role.

Thanks to social media, an overwhelming public response to the Oscar nominations has been voiced on various platforms. Twitter exploded with criticism and reviews, and articles have been covering different angles about the “Selma” snubbing.

In one article published by TheCelebirtyCafe.com, responses

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from Cheryl Boone Isaacs, the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences were addressed.

Boone Isaacs spoke with the Associated Press about the “Selma” controversy and mentioned the nomination for best picture.

“It’s an award that showcases the talent of everyone involved in the production of the movie ‘Selma’.”

The article also provides quotes

from Boone Isaacs about her hopes to see greater cultural diversity throughout all the categories in the future.

Unfortunately, that diverse future seems further away than necessary with this year’s nominations.

Hopefully, the amount of criticism that the Academy has received in regards to the nominations will inspire an openness to diversity in years to come.

“The Interview” don’t believe the hype For all of the contraversy “The Interview” stired up it did not meet expectations

By Will Nacouzi TSV Digital Editor

"The Interview" doesn't shy away from presenting viewers with the different perspectives in which the world sees North Korea and their leader, Kim Jong-Un. It does so by combining the very little we do know about North Korea with misinformation to create an image that is fairly balanced between the two.

Yet for all of this, the movie has major problems that ruin whatever potential "The Interview" generates. It features inappropriate jokes that are tied to rear ends, male sexual organs, and sex which will cause people to roll their eyes.

However, anyone familiar with the work of James Franco and Seth Rogan shouldn’t be surprised.

Thankfully, the juvenile humor fades into the background in the second half of the movie, but it doesn't change the fact that it feels like it has been done before.

Granted, if you have a high tolerance for low humor, then you’ll probably find the movie to be decent. It's not a great film, and it certainly wasn't worth the trouble caused by the North Korean government because "The Interview's"

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only real sin is suggesting that North Korea’s dear Supreme Leader isn't a god. Still "The Interview" has a number of funny scenes that are balanced by more serious moments that kick in once the main plot of the movie pulls into swing mid-way through.

One of the major highlights of the movie is everyone's favorite Supreme Leader Kim Jong-Un, played by Randall Park. Park does a very good job playing the role

and having fun with it. Actually, Un comes off about as well as a horrible dictator possibly can. The movie combines the few facts we do know about the man with a healthy dose of creative licensing, presenting a very balanced view of the dictator. Ultimately, the interview treats Un pretty fairly.

The film doesn’t completely trash him, but it doesn’t put him on a pedestal either.

The movie also touches on

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issues that are related to journalism today, which is done subtly through Dave Skylark and Aaron Rapoport's dialog and interaction during the first half of the movie. This adds some depth to the movie, but it is ultimately overshadowed by the film’s low brow humor.

In short, "The Interview" had potential to be a great comedy, considering the subject matter, but the clever plot is ruined by

tired and repetitive jokes that have become a staple for movies featuring James Franco and Seth Rogen. Despite the good things I actually liked about "The Interview", it is simply wasted potential and wasn't worth the amount of time the North Korean government spent attempting to stop the movie from been released.

GAME ON! “The Millennial” Crossword Puzzle

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Howdy, howdy Skylinians. Hopefully you’ve been enjoying your first week back to school after the winter break. Or, if you’re a normal human being, you’re missing the vacation time and already planning out your Spring Break.

To give you all something to tide you over for the next couple weeks, I present to you the revival of the Game On! games page. Here, you will find challenges that will bend your mind, stretch your knowledge, and maybe give you a giggle or two.

For this week, we have a number of different games to play. First is our crossword puzzle. It’s been themed around the Millennial generation, with topics including pop culture icons, technology, the internet, and innovations that we’ll likely be remembered for. Or, at least, they’re things we all like to crack jokes about.

Next we have our Skyline Sudoku. If math isn’t your forte, don’t sweat! Even a grade schooler can do it. I’ll tell you a secret: sudoku has nothing to do with numbers. It’s all patterns.

Hope that clue helps you.

Then we have our maze, possible only for the most twisted of us. Could you imagine if we had you solve that one head on instead of top down?

Last but not least, to let out some of that rage you probably felt after those challenges, some jokes to tickle your funny bone. Happy gaming, kids, and good luck.

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5. Caramel Frapp 7. iphone 8. Videos 9. Shake It Off 12. Yes We Can 14. “But first...”

16. AMA 17. #nofilter 18. Sasha Fierce 19. Don’t be evil 20. Can I get a lift?

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Skyline’s Got Jokes Why do basic girls always travel in odd numbers?

Because they can’t even Why was the energizer bunny arrested?

He was charged with battery Where do you get virgin wool?

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Feb. 6 vs. Ohlone College, 7 p.m.

Feb. 11 vs. Chabot College, 5 p.m.

Jan. 29 vs. Laney College, 2 p.m.

Jan. 31 vs. Cosumnes River College, 1 p.m.

Skyline swings for the fences

by Erin Perry

TSV Layout Designer

Skyline’s baseball team is preparing to take the mound for the season’s first game.

This season, the team is a balanced roster of returning members and new freshmen players.

Head coach, Dino Nomicos, said that this is the largest roster that he’s had lately. The team consists of a lot of local kids; half are sophomores and half are freshmen.

Nomicos said that Skyline’s team has the most local students out of any of the junior colleges in the district.

When asked what the prospects of the season are, Nomicos said that after finishing fourth last season, they hope to return from state first or second.

The team has been working towards this goal by practicing six days a week since August, for three hours a day. Nomicos says that the dynamic of the team is heavily influenced by the sophomore players stepping up to guide and help the freshmen. There is also relatability for the players from their four new assistant coaches.

This season, Nomicos says that pitching is a focus of the season.

There are many new pitchers who have come from high school and are preparing to participate in a

whole different ball game.

“If you haven’t been through it yet, it’s an experience,” Nomicos said.

Nomicos also adds that they are more concerned with relief pitching but that the team is confident offensively and defensively. “[this is] one of the best defensive teams I’ve had in the last 10 years,” Nomicos said.

Ismael Orozco, the team leader and shortstop says he is confident for this season and that the team chemistry is strong. Staying healthy and keeping good mindsets are two things that Orozco prioritizes during the season.

When asked how he prepares for a game, Orozco said that it’s important to have positive thoughts and stay loose.

He continued to say that there are “lots of jitters with first games.”

Staying cool and confident are keys to overcoming these jitters, added Orozco.

One of the newer faces to the team is Matt Seubert.

Seubert was the team’s number one recruit and he is a pitcher and a first baseman.

“Everyone’s got the same goal in mind,” Seubert said about the energy and motivation that the team has as a whole.

Seubert stays focused by bringing the same mentality every day. He believes that it’s no help to yourself or the team if you don’t try your hardest every day..

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In the dugout, Trojans take a break during final practice.

Orozco is confident that the team’s chemistry is going to take them far this season and Suebert said that fine-tuning the small things will be a huge benefit for the team.

Seubert said that the players know-

ing where they have to be while on the field and similar small details like that could win or lose a game.

After practicing for nearly six months, both teammates are excited for the season to start. This

Thursday is the first game of the season and it will be against Laney College.

“I’m ready for it; can’t wait,” Seubert said.

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Patriots deflation scandal continues Stanford athlete being Time to tune into the game and move on from DeflateGate

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These are not the actual footballs used in the Jan. 18 A.F.C. Cahmpionship.

by Chester Mendoza

TSV Entertainment Editor

The Super Bowl is this upcoming Sunday and the anticipation is not only real, but also aggravating for most NFL fans, especially with this recent Deflategate scandal.

The ordeal happened after the A.F.C. Championship Game with the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts. The Patriots

annihilated the Colts by a staggering score of 45-7.

But even after the A.F.C. Championship Game finished, accusations against the Patriots started going around by the Colts. In this case the Patriots reportedly deflated the ball by two pounds per square inch (psi) under the standard 12 psi.

The Colts had similar complaints when they faced the Patriots in the regular season.

With that said the NFL is inves-

tigating said footballs, and the footballs were investigated over two hours before kickoff. That the NFL officials checked the ball prior to kickoff does not mean that they weren’t tampered with during the game.

The benefits of a deflated football are many. For starters, the grip on the ball improves and the accuracy while throwing is enhanced. It was evident during the cold, wet weather of the AFC Champion Game that a deflated ball could work in the Patriots’ favor.

Deflating a ball is clearly cheating and it ruins the game completely.

With that said, the Patriots and Deflategate are just silly entirely.

We all know the Patriots killed the game and they deserve to go to the Super Bowl. As of now, for all NFL fans hoping that there won’t be any foul play with the balls, a regulatory check is the main concern.

Lastly, the focus should be put upon this Sunday’s game. Not only should the eye be on the Patriots, but also on the Seahawks.

Quite frankly, the Patriots getting all this flack left and right on a deflated ball is totally unnecessary.

Questioning about a football being under inflated is a tad childish.

tried for rape

by Steve Perotti

TSV OPinions Editor

A Stanford athlete’s arrest is a prime reminder that athletes, even exemplary ones, are still capable of being less than human.

Brock Allen Turner, a supposed star for the Stanford swim team, has been arrested for raping an unconscious woman on the morning of Jan. 18. Turner, who was detained by two cyclists while trying to flee the scene of the crime, has since withdrawn as a student of Stanford and has no lasting connections to the college.

To add insult to injury, Turner was a heavily scouted prospect for the Stanford swim team.

More often than not, we see instances of athletes, in particular those dubbed as “stars” in their respective field, debasing themselves by committing crimes that are both appalling and disgusting.

Obviously this is not the case with all major athletes, as there are numerous examples of men and women in the highest reaches of sports that do not feel the need to take advantage of those around them, but sadly there are exceptions to this fact.

This case will bring to light the fact that sexual assaults are a growing epidemic in and around college campuses, especially since this crime was perpetrated by a student from the prestigious Stanford campus. It is no secret that colleges across the country are under heavy scrutiny when it comes to such acts of violence, and many people don’t think that such cases are being taken seriously enough when compared to other acts of violence.

The real question is this: What if Turner hadn’t been caught by those two passing cyclists? Would this case be treated with any sense of importance, or simply swept under the proverbial rug as rape cases seem to be handled at other colleges across the country? This case is possibly one of the largest examples of California’s new “yes means yes” law, which was created for college campuses. Surprisingly this law does not seem to affect legislation in regards to acts of sexual violence. We all need to remember one simple fact when it comes to athletes: They are human beings, just like us, and capable of very horrible acts.