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February 28, 2019
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People protest in front of Bank of America Financial Center in downtown San Mateo on Feb. 18.
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Trump’s National Emergency Protested in San Mateo
By Kylea Pearson News Editor
People gathered in front of the Bank Of America Financial Center in San Mateo on Feb. 18, Presidents Day, to protest against President Trump’s national emergency call for the new border wall. The protest was held by the progressive policy organizations MoveOn and supported by Indivisible. The protest in San Mateo was not the only one taking place. There were also several protests in Oakland and in downtown San Francisco being held on the same day. MoveOn has been a platform for organized protests for 20 years and first started when tech entrepreneurs, Joan Blades and Wes Boyd created an online petition about the Clinton impeachment in 1998. Since then, their member count has increased and residents around the U.S. have been using the Move On website to start petitions, campaigns, or help donate to a specific cause. MoveOn was one among several organizations present at the protest. There was also Indivisible, a group that helps fund and support civic education and leadership development by offering training, facilitating regional group coordination, building partnerships, helping other citizens learn and understand federal and state policy processes, and supporting voter registration. The protest in San Mateo
consisted of 150 people lined up toward the busy street holding large signs and chanting phrases such as, “What is democracy? We are democracy!” as drivers honked in support or rolled down their windows and cheered. Glenn Ricafrente, a member of Indivisible states, “In the past we’ve posted these rallies on behalf of MoveOn, which is organizing these all over the country, so we are doing it locally.” Ricafrente refers to the amount of awareness that reaches these protests and that by posting the information on a more local website, people in the area will be more likely to see it and want to participate. Debra Kattler, another member of Indivisible, also indicates, “For me the idea of Trump declaring an emergency and severting[sic] the will of the people and what Congress has decided, is just wrong and a threat to our democracy.” A San Mateo resident, Lynette Garcia, stepped in to get more people participating in speaking up and getting involved by picking up a megaphone and leading the democratic chants. Garcia explains, “Trump was elected and he has lied pretty much throughout his whole time through his administration, and I think that funds could be better spent some place else.” Garcia argues the need for clean water in Flint, Michigan, a city that has not had clean drinking water since 2014. She also states the
prices of health care, education, and housing in the United States has risen to be too much to handle for the average person living in the United States. Business Insider infers that the median price for a home in California in 2018 was over $600,000 and five counties in the Bay Area reported a median home price over $1 million. The cost of living is over 43 percent higher than the national average which most cannot afford as the national average salary is $77,324 for those with advanced college degrees, according to Balanced Careers. The protest was held for an hour and more people continued to protest after the time limit. MoveOn later posted to their website photos from each of the 277 events held throughout the United States. MoveOn had several allies in their protests such as United We Dream, Indivisible, Poeple For the American Way, and 100 more organizations.
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BAEC Reaches Out to Skyline Students
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The BAEC on San Mateo Ave on Feb. 27.
By Cameron Rebosio STAFF WRITER
The Bay Area Entrepreneur Center (BAEC) has been Skyline’s off-campus resource to provide assistance to students since 2014 and nowthey’ve expanded their reach. The BAEC opened its doors in 2014, and since then has experienced tremendous growth according to Director Pcyeta Stroud, who has worked at the center for four years. The center now and offers a diverse range of workshops for students and members to attend, and is at capacity for paying members. “All of our offerings have increased: the number of clients we’re able to serve and the ways in which we serve them,” Stroud said. “I’ve seen a huge increase in the number of small business owners that are looking to share their knowledge with our community and with our students
and they want to do that here.” The center offers three membership options at a range of prices with a range of benefits. Virtual members are able to use the center for mail service and message delivery, as well as obtain free tickets to the Action Summit Event. Coworking members can use the coworking office space from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and utilize the center’s office equipment. Private members have access to the center anytime and have an assigned cubicle workspace within the center. Samantha Panganiban, office assistant at the BAEC, believes that the help offered by the center is valuable for all who want to start a business. “I feel like it really helps people leverage what they already have or if they were to start from nothing, we always have resources available to help them start and be
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successful,” Panganiban said. All three of these memberships require payment, but San Mateo County Community College District students can obtain oneon-one business counseling and attend workshops for free at the BAEC. According to Stroud, it is an off-campus resource center for students and has connections to the Small Business Development Center, a statewide program which has a location on CSM’s campus. The SBDC and BAEC collaborate on workshops as well as the business coaching offered at the center. “I would like students to know that we are here and that we’re here for students,” Stroud said. “I think the impression might be sometimes that we’re only here to serve businesses and that absolutely is not the case. We are here for students and students first.”
Some students may be utilizing the BAEC to build their own business, but the space is also open for students who would like to use the space to study and focus. According to Panganiban, the center can serve the same function as the library to students seeking a quiet work environment. “I feel like (students) think that (the BAEC’s services) are strictly business, but for students specifically, I feel like it’s a wider range than that,” Panganiban said. “It’s a really good study space because it’s usually really quiet here.” Another opportunity for students provided by the BAEC is the internship job-shadow program where students have the opportunity to gain experience in their field. “It’s hard to get that experience anywhere else,” Stroud said. “We think (internships are) a nice, safe environment for students to learn and explore … it’s this really nurturing and teaching environment that they get to participate in while they’re learning.” The internship program has a mentorship component where students have the chance to shadow professionals. Stroud wants students to build upon skills they already have, as well as develop new ones. Students are placed in roles based on their interests and though unpaid, students can get co-op credit for participating in the program. “It’s a lot of skill development and enhancement that happens in addition to helping [interns] build their network,” Stroud said. The BAEC strives to reach out to a wider audience of students, so that they’re prepared to come in and utilize the assets that the center provides. “I want students to come down here,” Stroud said. “Be a part of this community, this ecosystem, see what we’re about and see what they can get from it.”
Black History Mobile Museum By Kendrick A. Rojas Focal Point editor
The Skyline View is a First Amendment Publication. The Skyline View is published bi-weekly during the spring and fall semesters by the journalism students at Skyline College. The Skyline View is a member of the Journalism Association of Community Colleges. Opinions expressed in the paper are those of the writers and should not be interpreted as the views of Skyline College, SMCCCD, the faculty, administrators or the newspaper adviser. Additionally, the paper does not endorse any of the products or services advertised. The Skyline View welcomes Letters to the Editors; letters must include full name, address, and phone number for verification. The Skyline View reserves the right to edit letters for length, libel, clarity, and taste.
When educators fail to accurately portray history, it’s up to activists to curate new systems of education that engage students. This is where Khalid el-Hakim comes in. He is the creator of the Black History 101 Mobile Museum which premiered at Skyline on Feb. 20 for Black History Month. According to the Pollination Project, el-Hakim has “received national and international attention for his innovative work.” What sets it apart from any past system of education on the topic is that it uses over 7,000 artifacts of African American antiquity to highlight oppression and, more importantly, perseverance. Just as el-Hakim’s former sociology professor, Dr. David Pilgrim at Ferris University, inspired him through his Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia, el-Hakim inspires a whole new generation of youths. He said that “engaging people with artifacts is just a powerful way to teach history.
El-Hakim started by collecting artifacts that related to Jim Crow but then decided to expand from Jim Crow in order to represent the whole black experience. The reaction of students to his exhibit has varied but is overall very positive. From cries and anger to inspiration, students experience a multitude of emotions that reflect the history and current state of the black experience in America. Innovative ideas such as this mobile museum give students a chance to have a safe space to react and create a conversation about black representation in the United States. The history of the African American experience in the United States is not always covered in depth within the educational system. The importance of these artifacts lies in that they represent evidence that was not covered in school curriculums. One of the most important aspects of this project is that it shows a more accurate depiction of the black experience, which is often misrepresented in the media. “We need more,” el-Hakim said.
Khalid el-Hakim holds a small poster on Feb. 20.
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“We need a balance. The representation of African Americans is still misrepresented and it’s still very stereotypical… We need to expand that a lot more.” The media depict stereotypes of African American’s. el-Hakim strives to showcase the depth and history which is missing. Without programs like the mobile museum, youths are left to define themselves by what they perceive from the media. The work el-Hakim has created helps students get inspired by positive role models of the black community. Historical icons like Martin Luther King, Malcolm X, W. E. B. Dubois, Fredrick Douglas, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, and
inspirations alike, all serve as a way for young people to see themselves in a positive and accurate light. “We need to see black representation in dramas,” el-Hakim said. “We need to see love stories. We need to see stories of resistance. We need to see stories of rebellion.We need to see different ways that we’ve responded to this type of oppression in America.” The Black History 101 Mobile Museum is not one thing or another. In the words of el-Hakim, its purpose is to “tell more broad stories, celebrate humanity, hear and celebrate their stories”.
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LOoSE CHANGE WITH MARK DAVID MAGAT
The Benefits of Meme Culture
By Mark David Magat
Co-Editor-in-Chief and Photo Editor
Picture this: It’s 1933, in the midst of the Great Depression. Businesses small and large are closing due to the huge debt the US was in. Yet with all these major life-changing issues with the government, entertainment such as movies and radios still thrived. Theaters survived in those troubling times due to the public need of an escape from the issues that were ravaging the nation. Fast forward to now: We are again in troubling times. But with the rise of the internet, ordinary citizens also have the power to lighten that weight with inside jokes and dumb humor. Of course, I’m talking about meme culture. Memes are usually known as internet jokes inspired by relatable problems and situations that we
all find ourselves in. I feel this is the way we are combating mental fatigue in this politically divisive time. With the internet sending so much information, and not all of it necessarily fun, having memes that are made clearly for kicks and a good laugh is amazing, and at this point, are a much-needed break. Many studies show that taking periodic breaks from constant stressful situations is key to keeping you mentally healthy. The biggest example is taking breaks while studying for class. It’s the same idea with the world of politics. Taking periodic breaks from volatile news and politics with a meme that covers something as random as Shaggy from Scooby Doo being a god can be helpful. Or something as basic as relating to others about loving cats will actually help your mental health in the same way it does for studying, which is highly recommended. There are people who would say, “Just get off the internet.” But in this day and age, a good majority of what we do is on the internet. We will likely come across a handful of articles that will give us more than our fair share of hopelessness and anger. While we’re
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online and exposed to so much, it’s really good that we have other, more enjoyable options to look at other than hard news or political agendas. “Ignorance is bliss” is a common saying for a reason. But in these times, as much as we would want to, we can’t always turn a blind
eye to certain topics. Even to topics we don’t necessarily want to know about. But taking a break from being an adult and being all serious to laugh at Pikachu being shocked about Skyline’s classes being canceled, again, can be very relieving. So the next time you feel guilty about procrastination
on your midterm while looking at a meme, take comfort that you’re taking time for self care in this time.
The Roaring Twenties’ Second Wave By Maria Isabel Del Castillo Schmidhuber
Multimedia Editor and opinions editor
Next year will be a time for hope and change for the United States with the 2020 presidential elections, but it will also be a year to look back on in history since it will mark 100 years since the Roaring Twenties. The 1920s were a decade of change, politically and socially, and celebrating the style, the slang and the music that inspired people across the country a 100 years ago to create and open doors for generations to come is something that I find amazing and inspiring; plus who wouldn’t want to learn more about that time period and dress like they did back then. I am fully aware that not everything that happened in the 1920s was all good, but for the next year
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let’s just focus on the good things that made the 1920s “roaring”. There are three main things that stand out the most to me about that era. Fashion, music and the slang from that time period. The slang for its mysterious phrases because of the prohibition of alcohol, the style because for women especially, it defied the stereotypes of what women should look and act like, and the music because it brought a new sound and a new vibe that was needed by the younger generations that had just seen the horrors that World War I left them with. For them, this era meant forgetting and living. Politically and socially for women, it was a year that made many challenge the societal standards around them. For starters, on Aug. 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment which prohibits states and the federal government from denying the right to vote to any citizen on the basis of sex, was passed. This allowed us women the right to vote. Women’s style changed drastically: there were no more tight dresses. They brought in the famous flapper dresses which weren’t fitted, but loose instead. Women also chopped off their hair into a short bobs or a pixie cut. Some would say that they looked manly with those haircuts, but as someone who chopped her hair off a year ago, I can say that cutting your hair gives you a new type of strength. There is no more hair to hide the features you once may have hated and you end up embracing them. During the 1920s, there was a new definition of women at the
time, and even though older generations did not fully approve of the “new” women, it was something
daring. Women were defining themselves in a totally different way, like we are now. We aren’t just caregivers and caretakers, we are so much more than that. By taking on the style, slang and sharing the music of the 1920s, we
will be embracing change itself and those who had the strength to stand up and live. This is only one
you with all sorts of emotions and for the 1920s, positive emotions were desired. Jazz, which was the new sound that moved from New Orleans to northern parts of the country like Chicago and New York, gave many the power to rebel. A poll that CBS did in January of 2018 on the United States’ favorite music genre, had Jazz and Hip Hop or Rap in sixth place with 7 percent. Even though Jazz was the most popular music in the 1920s, it seems like in the United States Jazz is dying, but there are other places around the world like London whose interest in Jazz has increased. In some places like in the United States, Jazz may not be a popular genre now as it was in the past, but that doesn’t mean it can’t become popular in the next year especially when it has been 100 years since its boom! Courtesy of Google The roaring twenreason to get into the ties was all about foryear-long celebration of 100th year getting the horrors of World War I since the 1920s. and enjoying life. With everything I would argue that music gives that is happening now I wouldn’t most people the strength to do the mind some of that lifestyle. things that sometimes we can not do alone. It has the power to fill
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Show Me What I Can’t See Instagram. Facebook. Twitter. Snapchat. YouTube. Ever wonder how these sites curate your content? The truth is: not well. Social media algorithms divert us from connecting with opposing viewpoints, stagnating progress. New introductions of artificial intelligence continue to plague our world with inaccurate information that serves to narrow our viewpoints further. The reality is that media has a huge influence on public opinion, as we can see with the 2016 elections. Sure, social media can evoke a good laugh and acts as comedic relief from the horrific events that have spread like a gross STD. However, there needs to be a balance between being playful and serious. The content that covers our devices serves as static noise to hide the real political climate of our country. I mean, how many times can you say that an article shows an accurate depiction of all sides regarding a topic or argument? Is that not what makes a true news story? The Berkin Klein Center for
Internet and Society at Harvard University conducted research which looked at algorithmic curation and other forms of automated content control. This study introduced an idea called the “filter bubble” which is a term used to describe the production of content which is specifically tailored to a users’ specific viewpoints. Sounds pleasant right; who doesn’t want to see more of what they like? The problem is that this kind of system creates more extremist views among users, blinding them from ever seeing the points of the opposing side. This kind of polarization of views creates a disconnect between individuals, stopping them from ever coming to a middle ground. This is what we don’t want. The ability to be open minded and accepting of other views is virtually the only way in which the most amount of people can be pleased. Not everyone is going to be happy with ev-
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ery decision being made. However, if we were more accepting of new ideas, then we can curate solutions which we face today. Not only are these kind of algorithms hiding us from the opposing side’s arguments, but they are also shaping our political and individual identities. The gravity of this is not being talked about and it is important to understand a system which we live by on a daily basis. That being said, there is always a positive to a negative. This algorithmic system pulls together
information from your content consumption and creates a stream of posts that are in line with your views. This means that others, with the same view, are also being grouped in the same section as you. There is a great power in numbers and by grouping individuals from the same political stance, they are more able to communicate and organize ways of setting things in motion. Unfortunately, at the moment there is no remedy for this ailment. If only we could take a pill to get
rid of this headache of a problem. What we can do is be more conscious of our content intake and move towards being more understanding of other views.
Prices Soar at the Happiest Place on Earth By Jessica Coffey Staff writer
Walt Disney’s theme park, Disneyland, is commonly known as “the happiest place on earth”. But how much are you willing to spend in order to have a “magical” experience? After the recent ticket price increase in January, it is unreasonable to expect the average middle class family to be able to afford to visit. Disneyland has become a staple vacation spot for many families over the years. The Disneyland Park located in Anaheim, California first opened July 17, 1955 with tickets costing $1 for adults, $0.50 for children, and an additional 1030 cents per attraction. Along with the new attractions, a neighboring park, Disney’s California Adventure, opened in 2001. The high popularity of Disneyland made it the second most visited theme park in 2017 at a little over 18 million visitors, following closely behind the Magic Kingdom of Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, according to CNN. Because of this popularity, crowd control for daily admission and the attempt to shorten lines for attractions and can come to play when the Disney decides to increase prices. Disneyland also seems to increase prices in anticipation for new attractions, such as the new themed land, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge coming later this year. For the sixth year in a row, Disneyland has significantly raised ticket prices causing many people to be in an uproar, and rightfully so. One day and multi-day park tickets for one park per day and park hoppers have each risen around 6-10 percent depending on how many
Basic merchandise at Disneyland costs more than your typical shirt or hat.
days, and peak season for one-day tickets. The new ticket price range from one day to five days including single park and park hopper is now anywhere between $104 and $395 per person. Regular single and multi-day tickets were not alone in the price hike. The five different annual passes were also affected with an increase around 8-23 percent. This seems to be the most upsetting, especially for those who are already annual pass holders. These new prices range anywhere from $399 to $1,949. This has raised the question of who can even afford to go with these prices. Exorbitant ticket prices are not
the only financial concern to be taken into consideration when the average family budgets for a trip to the Disneyland Resort and the California Adventure Park. Although there is a large number of visitors from the southern California area who only have to worry about gas and parking when it comes to transportation, many families who visit these parks are traveling quite a distance. Flight tickets per person or car rentals along with gas, parking, and accommodations for however many days play large roles as well in a family’s budget. Expenses don’t stop after travel, lodge, and tickets. Prices inside the parks can be equally unrea-
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sonable. Food, especially for a family, can easily start racking up each day. Not only paying for each meal, but paying for the variety of sweets and treats found in small carts scattered through the parks. The perfect way to improve the long wait for attractions under the beaming sun: lots of snacks and ice cold drinks. Last but certainly not least is the ample amount of Disney merchandise and souvenirs geared toward children and adults that can be found in a multitude of stores in each park. These items can cost an excessive amount for something that would be considered an average-to-cheap product if it did not
have a Disney label. After adding all of the many expenses that come with a Disneyland trip, an average family would need to budget a few thousand dollars, which is quite expensive for a few days. These prices will only continue to rise year by year because Disney knows people will keep going. How much is your wallet willing to shell out at the “happiest place on Earth”? If enough people bring awareness to these unaffordable prices, perhaps Disney can create solutions for every budget, such as family discounts or sale days during off season.
February 28, 2019
Focal Point
Museum of Disillusionment:
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A Look into the Museum of 3D Illusions
All photos by Joey Chu
By Joey Chu
Staff Photographer
Museum of 3D Illusions, sounds enticing right? I thought so too, but my expectations were a little too high just judging from the name of the museum. I was hoping there would be holographic exhibits I could interact with and previous 3D technology from the past. However, I was greeted with a set of red curtains, and as I walked past the red curtains, I was presented with painted murals that you look at from an angle, giving you the “3D illusion”. If you were expecting all the cool stuff I mentioned, then this museum is not for you, as you will be disappointed. It is a good place for families and couples if you wish to just take photos for social media platforms such as Facebook or Instagram as they do encourage photography. The museum does offer a 20 percent discount if you are a student or senior citizen and free admission for kids under five years old.
Attendees interact with the murals on Feb. 23, 2019.
Bernadette Noonan sits on a painted broken cable car on Feb.23, 2019.
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A photo of a painted snake on Feb. 23, 2019.
Bernadette Noonan interacts with the a mural of Harry Potterinspired stairs on Feb. 23, 2019.
Bernadette Noonan sits on a painted carpet hovering over the Golden Gate Bridge on Feb. 23, 2019.
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The Beat with Kylea Pearson What is Emo-Trap?
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ByKylea Pearson News Editor
The surprising collaboration in a recent release between popular artists Brendon Urie and Benny Blanco and Juice WRLD have left fans and musicians wondering, what is emo-trap? This new genre of music has exploded in the rap and alternative music industry. Though Panic! At The Disco is not everyone’s favorite band, the collaborative song, “Roses”, has reached a new level for both Juice WRLD and Brendon Urie. Urie, the lead singer of Panic! At The Disco, is known for his emo music background and rapper Juice WRLD is a common name within the emo-trap genre; together the song was a hit. Other emo-trap artists such as Lil Lotus, Lil Peep, 88GLAM, and Lil Uzi Vert have created their own platform by utilizing their skills as composers and lyricists. For Example, Lil Peep’s song “Beamer Boy” delicately uses a mumbled and simple chord
pattern from an acoustic guitar, which sounds like it has nylon strings, to emphasize the almostdull feeling until the beat comes in to start the rap progression. The song’s lyricism is clearly in a more depressive state, but instead of the slow and emotional rhythm you would expect from a sad song, the passionate lyrics mesh with the continuous beat which is rather fast for this kind of emotive transparency. The song emits the artist’s faith in his dream and where he’d like to be and also, like most rap songs, it still displays the craving for fancy cars and drugs, but in contrast, he claims he has more important things to say than this. Another song that displays this newly formed genre is “Bodybag ft. Cold Hart”, by Lil Lotus. Simlilar to Lil Peep’s song, it begins with a two chord acoustic rhythm and then progresses into a beat that forms into the guitar. The interesting aspect of the lyrics is that they are some of the most gentle words, but
Taking it “One Day at a Time” By Larissa Baretto Cavalcante
the flow makes the song come off as rap until the lyrics reveal that the artist is heartbroken. Like many rap songs, it does have a lot of repetition, but more importantly, it’s about what the artist is repeating: “Should’ve stayed inside like you told me to. Should’ve stayed inside like you told me to”. Also lyrics like, “Pull up to your house, now I’m tongue tied. Said that you don’t love me, now what’s up with that? Told me I was better in a bodybag.” By using language like this, the listeners are lead to the depths of the artist’s emotions and by using the term “bodybag”, a more
symbolic side of the music’s indication is exposed. When it comes to album art, emotrap also has its own format. In emo music we often see blood, drawings, dark and sometimes even eerie album artwork. In rap we see different types of designer fashion, purple lights, blue lights, city lights, alcohol, drugs, money, tattoos, etc. Interestingly enough, emo-trap has both factors. Lil Skies’ album artwork for “Life Of A Dark Rose” showcases a black background that also fades into the artist’s face as the darkness engulfs his eyes. His tattoos are on display as well and the font used for the album title is a typography we can find on many rap albums. Emo-trap has been newly introduced to the music industry as of a year and a half ago. This kind of genre allows those who love the beat mixes of rap
and hip-hop music, but need more lyricism and vulnerability from the artist to be able to connect to a song. But as a listener’s warning, the music is indescribably sad and emotional, so listen with caution if you are looking for mood shifting music.
The Choice Is Yours
A glimpse at the Netflix interactive film “Bandersnatch”
Staff Writer
Netflix’s “One Day at a Time” talks about many important and current topics without losing its comedic lightness in its recent release of the third season. It is revolutionary to have a show which talks about feminism, the LGBTQ+ community, sexism, immigration issues, mental health, racism, privileges, and addiction, among other themes. In the show, a solo mom raises her teenage children, with the help of her own mother. Because of this, you get to see different generations and their diverse opinions. The episodes are around 30 minutes long, but you could binge watch them and not feel tired. Time flies by when you are watching such a good TV show with an incredible narrative. The show’s premiere was in 2017, and since then it has been bringing up a lot of relevant matters. Despite having three seasons behind it, there is still the chance it will get canceled. So Gloria Calderón Kellett, the co-show runner, stated on her Twitter, “Tell friends to watch!” “One Day at a Time” is a remake, so you may have heard that name before. The cast features Justina Machado, who plays Penelope, the solo mom of two; Elena, her teenager daughter, played by Isabella Gomez; and Alex, her preteen son, played by Marcel Ruiz. Rita Moreno is also part of the cast, and she plays Penelope’s mother. “You’re going to laugh a lot,” Moreno said to Markos Papadatos, from Digital Journal, about this new season. “The wonderful thing about “One Day at a Time” is that
you also cry because there are sad moments and serious issues that we take on in this show.” By watching this show, you can expect to take a better look at a lot of diverse situations. You are laughing at a situation on the show, then they bring an important topic up and it just makes you feel more aware (as we all should be). This show is about awareness, laughter, love and much more. So many emotions can be brought to the surface while watching it. It can be very meaningful, since so many things that are in the show are relatable and can hit close to home to a lot of people. The love the family in this show shares for each other is comforting and reassuring. Seeing them be there for each other, talking about important things and having a good time together can make you feel good. Like you are part of it, “One Day at a Time” feels just like home.
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By Kendrick A. Rojas Focal Point Editor
Ever wonder if this world is but a virtual simulation inside some video game system? Well, if you haven’t, you’re in luck! The popular Netflix series “Black Mirror” is no stranger to creating complex story plots which make you question your existence and this same trend was followed in one of the newest special episodes called “Bandersnatch”. In this singular episode, the viewing experience for many is fans is revolutionized by integrating an interactive element. After a brief instructional introduction, the main character, Stefan Butler, played by Fionn Whitehead, is controlled by you, the viewer, set in 1984. Stefan is an upcoming game designer who lives with his father. Their relationship is rocky at times and this tension builds up as the movie goes on. As you make decisions for Stefan, he becomes more aware that he is not in control. It makes viewers wonder how much of the decisions are you… or something else? Small decisions range from choosing what kind of cereal to eat to deciding to take LSD. The greatest aspect of the whole film is that Stefan is creating a virtual reality, filled with many endings and decisions, that correlates with the world he is living in. It takes an approach which almost feels like inception, lucidly traveling in between the past and present. Even more interesting is the little easter eggs that are left for
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true Black Mirror fans to connect with the film. In previous episode, “Metalhead”, robotic dogs chase after helpless victims, which is alluded to in the episode. It makes you wonder whether that episode was just another video game reality playing out in the life of an unsuspecting character. Yes, while the whole movie is revolutionary in its viewing experience, it can feel repetitive at times. The film does a great job at creating tension as each decision progresses the story toward an abundance of escalating results. The viewer can create any story plot they want, with limitation, and choose which story line becomes Stefan’s reality. The whole essence of the film is left to the control of the viewer. There is even a scene where Stefan’s therapist asks the viewer if more action is wanted, where they comedically go into a full on action-like scene and fight to the death. A great diversity is
what makes this whole production enjoyable. If the pathways were boring or badly produced it would make it difficult to find the motivation to continue through the same scenes. More than anything, this film puts into perspective the importance of our daily decisions, no matter how small. After watching “Bandersnatch” my whole reality was being questioned. I realized that every decisions carries with it singular and collective effects. This means that no matter how small a decision, it can affect more than it was intended to. Overall, “Bandersnatch” is a must watch. I had seen a few “Black Mirror” episodes beforehand but I was by no means particularly a fan. It wasn’t until I watched Bandersnatch that I was truly introduced into the diverse Sci-fi series “Black Mirror”. If you haven’t checked it out, I would advise you to make the choice of watching it.
February 28, 2019
Bochy’s Farewell Season 2019 will be his last in Orange and Black
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By Daniel Archuleta
TSV Sports Editor
Bruce Bochy, manager of the San Francisco Giants, announced that he will retire after the 2019 season. Most notably, he led San Francisco to three World Series titles in 2010, 2012, and 2014. This will be Bochy’s 13th year managing the Giants after taking over the reins in 2007, and his 25th consecutive season managing in the big leagues. “It’ll be 25 consecutive years without a break, I think that’s what I appreciate,” Giants Catcher Buster Posey said. “Just the relatively short
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amount of time I’ve spent in the big leagues or in baseball compared to him, you understand just the grind and the toll of a professional season.” Before taking over in San Francisco, Bochy was in charge of the San Diego Padres from 1995 to 2006, having instant success earning the 1996 National League Manager of the year and leading them to the 1998 World Series. Overall in 12 seasons under Bochy, the Padres had five winning seasons and won four NL West titles and one NL pennant.
In 2007, he replaced Felipe Alou, becoming the new manager of the Giants on a threeyear contract. After two straight seasons of 90+ loss seasons, Bochy rebounded his team in 2009 with an 88-74 record. In game 162 of the 2010 season the Giants claimed the NL West title over San Diego and the team Bochy deemed as “castoff and misfits” defeated Atlanta, Philadelphia, and Texas to win the 2010 World Series. 2012 might be Bochy’s best season as a manager, leading the team to win the division with a
Career Summary Overall Record: 1926-1944 (.498) Manager Accomp: 1996 NL Manager of the Year, 4X NL Pennant, 3X WS Champ, 4X ASG Manager week left in the season. Once in the playoffs, the Giants won six straight elimination games just to reach the World Series. From there, the Giants needed only the required four games to take down Detroit, winning their second title in three years. The 2014 season saw the Giants entering the playoffs as the second wild card team and facing an uphill climb as they were on the road against Pittsburgh in the winner-take-all game. From there, the Giants were still looked at as heavy underdogs against Washington and St. Louis, despite Bochy’s recent success. Facing off against the Kansas City Royals in the World Series, Bochy managed the entire series as a chess match against Ned Yost in order to win in seven games. “He’s always been able to work with whatever team he
“Bochy’s success alone is up there with the all-time great managers.”
has,” shortstop Brandon Crawford said. “Whether that’s managing the bullpen or guys on the bench, just knowing when to plug in the right player at the right time, that’s what helped us win the World Series.” Bochy’s tenure as manager of the Giants has seen a bunch of milestones. From Barry Bonds hitting his 756th home run, Tim Lincecum’s back-to-back Cy Young awards in 2008 and 2009, Randy Johnson’s 300th career win, Matt Cain’s perfect game in 2012, no hitters from Jonathan Sanchez, Lincecum, and Chris Heston, and of course, the three championships. Bochy’s success alone is up there with the all-time great managers. All other managers with at least three World Series rings have made it to the Hall of Fame. As for the upcoming season, Bochy is certain to win his 1,000th game with the franchise at some point early in 2019 (he’ll enter with 975 wins) and will look to improve upon his 50.2 winning percentage. Bochy, with a career record of 1,926-1,944 wins needs only 74 more wins to hit 2,000 for his MLB managerial career.
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A Sharks Service Announment “Let’s Do That Hockey” The San Jose Sharks are really good. It’s a bit of an understatement considering they have only missed the playoffs twice since 2000 (2002-2003 and 2014-2015). But the vibe around San Jose is that this team might finally be “the team”. The team to finally bring the Stanley Cup to the Bay Area.
“Frankly, it’s a shame that the Bay Area doesn’t embrace hockey.” Frankly, it’s a shame that the Bay Area doesn’t embrace hockey, but I do understand why. It’s hockey, they play in San Jose, and the Warriors’ success doesn’t help once football ends. But when the Warriors were not cracking the playoffs back in the early 2000s, while the Sharks were almost a lock to get in, where was the media attention? The Sharks’ general manager Doug Wilson is definitely going for it this time. The bar was set when they acquired Erik Karlsson from Ottawa back in September. The team was already loaded with star power, but with names that only
seem to be household in the South Bay. Joe Pavelski, Brent Burns, and Evander Kane among others should have more recognition among active Bay Area players. Their play on the ice certainly shows their skill as they are currently the second-best team in the Western Conference, behind division rival Calgary Flames. San Jose also boasts five players ( Joe Pavelski, Tomas Hertl, Evander Kane, Logan Couture, Timo Meier) who have scored at least 20 goals each; only the Columbus Blue Jackets can match that total. The Sharks also have great individual talent like Brent Burns who continues to dominate among other defensemen in the league with 70 points. Center Joe Thornton is also an exceptional player with 13 goals and 23 assists. San Jose’s biggest showcase came while they were on a four game Canadian road trip where they went undefeated. It started with only one game coming back from the All-Star break that was held in San Jose, but normally the Sharks have had a history of flopping come the “dog days” of a season, especially on the road. That narrative was slammed shut with the first two wins coming against the Winnipeg Jets and Calgary, who are top 5 teams in the Western Conference.
The only knock that San Jose might have going into the playoffs will be the goaltending lead by Martin Jones and Aaron Dell. Starter Jones has been prone to let in soft goals that could be saved by other goalies in the league. Trade rumors were that Wilson might go out and get Anaheim Ducks backup and former Team USA goalie Ryan Miller. That trade didn’t happen, but two acquisitions were made before the trade deadline with the team picking up Micheal Haley off waivers and trading for Swedish forward Gustav Nyquist from Detroit Red Wings. Bay Area, we are more than just the Warriors. It’s time to embrace the San Jose Sharks. And there is no better time than right now in March, so when the playoffs come, not just San Jose will be Sharks Playoff Territory.
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NHL LEADERBOARD
Tampa Bay
48-11-4
100 PTS
Calgary
40-16-7
87 PTS
Boston
37-17-9
83 PTS
San Jose
37-19-8
82 PTS
Toronto
38-20-4
80 PTS
NY Islanders
36-19-7
79 PTS
Washington
36-21-7
79 PTS
As of Feb. 26, 2019
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February 28, 2019
TROJAN ATHLETICS
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Trojans ready for playoff game Skyline victorious in 9 of their last 11 games
Upcoming Games
Women’s Basketball
NorCal Regional Playoffs, 2nd round March 1 at Sierra (7 PM)
Brittany Gutierrez passes after driving in the lane.
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By Daniel Archuleta Sports Editor
As the Skyline women’s basketball team prepares for their playoff opener against Sierra College in Rocklin, Head Coach Chris Watters is expecting a tough night. “We know how they are going to defend us, they are going to bring a lot of energy since it’s a playoff game,” said Watters. Since becoming head coach, Watters has directed the team to three California State Playoff appearances in the last four seasons. The teams did face each other in the City College of San Francisco Tournament back on Dec. 14, 2018 with Skyline losing 76-53. Firstyear Skyline Forward Olga Faasolo had a team high with 17 points. “I think they are going to defend us like they did in the first game,
just take what they give us, shoot with confidence,” said Watters to his team following practice. “They play a certain style and they don’t change the way they play. They are going to be up-tempo; they are gonna full-court press.” Looking at film from their December contest is a good starting point for Watters’ squad and he notes how they are also looking at how the Wolverines have fared throughout the entire season. Leading scorer that night for Sierra College was guard Shanel Jamison who had 27 points in the outing and again might be a force that the Trojans will look to shadow on the court. For the season, Jamison has been averaging 17.9 points along with 2.6 assists.
Sierra College is also known for having a strong community fanbase, and is expected to have a great turnout for the playoff basketball game. As for Skyline, the team finished the regular season with two wins, over Las Positas and San Jose. With a 9-3 conference record, they tied with Chabot for second in the Coast-North Conference. “This group has been great on the road, we have thrived on the road,” Watters said. “I expect us to go in and be as competitive as we’ve been all year.” In the 28 games they have played this season, Skyline has a 7-3 record with their last road loss coming back on Jan. 9 against City College of San Francisco.
Men’s Baseball
March 5 at Cabrillo (2 PM) March 7 vs Cabrillo (2 PM) March 9 at Cabrillo (1 PM)
March 12 vs Monterey Peninsula (2:30 PM)
March 14 at Monterey Peninsula (2:30 PM)
2019 Learn more about Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) and Open Educational Resources (OER) at Skyline College.
Giselle Mahinay spots up a three.
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Morgan Vurek lines up an open look.
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Win prizes at activities happening all week long. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Open Ed Week Library Book Display Monday – Friday | March 4 - 8, 2019 Building 5, Library
OER/ZTC Tabling
Visit our OpenEd Week Table Monday & Tuesday | March 4 - 5, 2019 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Building 6
Interactive Whiteboards
Tuesday & Thursday | March 5 & 7, 2019 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Building 5 & 6
OER Button Making
Thursday | March 7, 2019 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Building 5, Library Lobby The Trojans get in a quick stretch before practice.
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