RIVERSIDE CITY COLLEGE
Trump vs. education
RCC District Chancellor joins letter rebuffing the President’s recent actions “
LENNON RUEHLE NEWS EDITOR
Four months after being elected into office for his second term, protests have erupted and letters have been signed against President Trump for what has been viewed as attacks on education.
Riverside Community College District Chancellor Wolde-Ab Isaac recently signed a letter condemning Trump and his administration saying, “unprecedented government
When the President breaks the law, we sue. It’s that simple.
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- California Attorney General Rob Bonta
overreach and political interference now endangering American higher education.”
The letter was signed by over 200 United States colleges.
Trump and his administration have been highly critical of many colleges and universities across the United States.
A primary target of Trump’s criticism of higher level education has been California colleges and universities, with the Department of Justice launching investigations into Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCLA and UC Irvine, as well as numerous
CSU campuses.
The investigations were launched against the institutions for allegedly discriminating against students by prioritizing diversity, equity and inclusion.
Affirmative action in California has been illegal since 1996.
California’s institutions are not the only ones feeling threatened by the Trump administration’s actions toward education.
Harvard and the Trump administration have been clashing since February. Leo Terrell, lawyer and former talk show host who
is the current assistant attorney general for civil rights in the Department of Justice retweeted an X post calling him “Harvard’s worst nightmare.”
Terrel also said on Fox News, “We’re going to bankrupt these universities. We’re going to take away every single federal dollar, If these universities do not play ball, lawyer up, because the federal government is coming after you.”
The New York Times reported Trump spoke in favor of cutting all federal ties to Harvard.
The Department of Education
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also let go of half of its staff under Trump’s order to gut federal education programs.
California and 19 other states retaliated against the order by launching a lawsuit against the Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, the US Department of Education and Trump.
The lawsuit reads, “This massive reduction in force (RIF) is equivalent to incapacitating key, statutorily-mandated functions of the Department, causing immense damage to Plaintiff States and their educational systems.”
Attorney General Rob Bonta says the cuts to the department could result in billions lost.
“When the president breaks the law, we sue. It’s that simple,” Bonta told CalMatters. “And he’s broken the law again, unfortunately, this time harming children in the process.”
The clash between Trump, his administration and colleges across the United States is ongoing.
OLLIE ESKANDER | VIEWPOINTS
Riverside Community College District Chancellor Wolde-Ab Isaac joins other U.S. colleges and universities in signing a joint statement condemning the Trump administration’s financial attacks against educational institutions nationwide.
May 1, 2025
Rainbow Engagement Center demands full-time staff
Lack of staff and resources causes tension between students and administration
GRACE ESQUIBEL ASSISTANT LIFE EDITOR
The Rainbow Engagement Center provides a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ students and allies, open Monday-Friday in MLK room 304. But since its opening in Fall 2021, the center has struggled to maintain its increasing numbers with a lack of school support.
The luncheon on April 2 invited Riverside City College President Claire Oliveros to speak on behalf of the staffing issues at the REC. She started off the meeting with a communication contract agreement after facing backlash for the unresolved issues.
The students and staff at the center who attended the luncheon asked questions concerning the lack of full-time staff.
“I don’t think she was ready to talk to the gays,” said Kait Alcantara, a regular at the REC.
The Sexuality & Gender Acceptance club, which started in the 1990s, was the first LGBTQ+ inclusive club to start at RCC.
This struggle for full-time staffing and equity within LGBTQ+ spaces have been fought since then.
Al Weyant, EOPS specialist, plays a role in the LGBTQ+ Association for Student Success and Equity mentor program by creating a supportive space for students to call their own.
Eight paid peer mentors, volunteer faculty staff, classified professionals and administrators keep the engagement center open. Many of the volunteer staff often hold their office hours at the center to ensure the mandatory one staff member is present.
“It’s just not a model that works,” Weyant said.
Weyant explained that if they had a full-time dedicated staff it would allow the center to stay open instead of risking the impromptu closings due to volunteer faculty being unable to come in.
The center is open 20 hours a week. As of Spring 2024 there have been 632 visits by 376 students. This is the second most populated center on campus under the
Language Humanities/Social and Behavioral Sciences Engagement Center. The numbers highlight the necessity to address growing student needs.
Oliveros acknowledged this by mentioning how she noticed how packed the room was during the first luncheon she hosted at the center.
Associated Students of Riverside City College Senator Gabriel Graves started a petition concerning the need for full-time staff at the REC after hearing from staff and students of the recurring issue.
Graves is an advocate for the students who feel overlooked as well as the voice for the students.
Since the petition was started there have been 2,153 people who signed in support of the cause.
The resolution Graves proposed consists of hiring a fulltime counselor/coordinator, an educational advisor and clerk.
He also proposed that the district support the center with the student success framework and that
RCC keep track of data from the center to enhance financial support.
RCC district policy states that any student can submit a complaint in the form of a petition along with a resolution on how to solve the issue.
“When we talk, they tend to listen,” said Graves, hopeful that the petition would spark change.
The students at the REC voiced that they do not feel that the higher-ups have proven to listen or understand them.
“This is the only place where I know for a fact that someone is going to understand me,” said Reggie Coker, a regular at the center.
Brendon Lee, a peer mentor at the engagement center, has firsthand experienced the issues they face when the room cannot stay open due to staffing such as the inability to attend their paid shifts.
“This is our safe space, plain and simple. If the room isn’t open, where else are people supposed to go?” he said.
The resources provided at the
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engagement center consist of free food, water, clothes and medical resources such as sexual education supplies.
Jenn Quinn is a student facing housing issues and views the REC as a sanctuary, where they use these resources that are provided.
“Once I came here it was more open, there’s more resources, there was more inclusion here,” Quinn said.
Since the luncheon, Oliveros and her staff have made strides toward full-time staff in the upcoming fall semester.
Although it is not full-time staff, Oliveros and her staff are working on solidifying extended hours for the REC counselor, a faculty coordinator for 10 hours a week and a part-time classified professional staff member.
“Where we have not seen previous leadership teams invest in LGBTQ+ student support initiatives, this leadership team [is] making tangible strides forward,” Weyant said.
The report accounts for Riverside Community College District related incidents.
Feb. 4
Trespassing was reported in the Moreno Valley College Library.
Feb. 10
Trespassing was reported outside of the Riverside City College Cosmetology room.
Feb. 11
Vandalism/property damage was reported at the RCC Huntley Gym.
Petty theft was reported at Moreno Valley College after occurring on Feb. 10. Also, an arrest was made for battery on 4800 Magnolia Ave, outside the Digital Library.
Feb. 17
Vandalism/property damage was reported on 3890 University Ave.
Feb. 18
Vandalism/property damage was reported on the Moreno Valley Campus, outside the Lions Den. Also, a vehicle hit occurred in the campus parking
structure on 4800 Magnolia Ave.
Feb. 19
A petty theft was reported in RCC parking lot P.
Feb. 28
An arrest was made in the RCC Cafeteria for sexual battery.
Monday, March 3
Trespassing was reported on 4800 Magnolia Ave, next to College House.
March 10
A traffic collision occurred on
16130 Lasselle St., College Drive.
March 17
Petty Theft reported at Riverside Community College Tennis Courts. Also, trespassing in the Student Academic Service Room at Moreno Valley College was reported.
March 26
An arrest was made due to Drug possession on 3617 Saunders St.
March 27
Battery was reported in the RCC
Math and Science Building.
If you or another feel your safety is at risk or to report a crime, contact the RCCD Police Department at 951222-8171.
For non-emergency calls. In case of an emergency, call 9-1-1.
For news tips contact Viewpoints at 951-222-8488 or email Viewpoints.rcc.edu.
A table in the RCC Rainbow Engagement Center features flyers and offers free supplies for students.
MARISSA PEREZ | VIEWPOINTS
RCC students feel safety concerns are being ignored
NATALIE STRAIN MANAGING EDITOR
On March 24, Brendon Lee, a Riverside City College student, was restricted from going to class when an anti-abortion activist group who refer to themselves as the “Survivors” blocked an accessibility ramp he uses to navigate campus.
The same day, the group followed a student, who requested to be attributed as “Hestia” to class, pressuring her to speak to them while harassing other students after the group was told “No.”
Robert Hyers, English and media studies instructor and Sexuality and Gender Acceptance club adviser, notified the group that they were not in a designated free speech zone to which Hyers recalled the members saying, “This is America, right?”
RCC students and staff have raised concerns of an antiabortion group imposing safety implications on campus since their last appearance on Feb. 28, 2024. Students are concerned with high-level administration’s lack of response.
“I emailed campus admin about them last year and was dismissed,” Hestia said.
“It shouldn’t have taken a disabled student saying something,” Lee said. “My safety isn’t any more important than his or your safety or anybody’s safety.”
The group is known to speak against abortion rights, claiming abortion as “America’s genocide” and have disrupted local and peaceful protests in Riverside, sparking fear that this could happen at RCC.
On March 24-25, students reported being confronted by members of the organization passing out pamphlets that
contained explicit images while holding posters stating “Born Alive and Harvested.” The organization was found outside of the free speech zones listed by Riverside Community College District Policy until they were confronted by RCC police, according to administration.
Students addressed their concerns in a luncheon with RCC President Claire Oliveros held in the Rainbow Engagement Center on April 2.
In response, President Oliveros advocated for signage to be placed on campus walls, signaling free speech zones, caution signs and resources for students. She also encouraged students and campus organizations to “counter-table,” as mentioned in a mass email sent by administration on March 27.
President Oliveros described “counter-tabling” as Associated Students of RCC clubs and organizations tabling with resources and information.
Students continued to push for a faster response from school administration when dangerous organizations enter campus.
“I think that RCC is shirking the potential of reframing the ‘Survivors’ agitation as threatening, which it is, because admin fears crackdowns and lawsuits–and understandably so,” Hestia said.
“We’re siding with free speech, but we’re not caring about creating a safe environment for our students,” said Hyers. “They contradict each other, but it has to be dealt with.”
The First Amendment permits free speech. Violations of this amendment, including harassment, have become the main talking point where preventative action is called upon.
According to RCCD Policy, free speech zones on campus include the Martin Luther King,
Jr. Plaza, Promenade, north side of Terracina Drive across from the Quadrangle and the Aguilar Patio at RCC; the John J. Cordures, Jr. Plaza at the Moreno Valley College; and the Science and Technology Plaza at the Norco College.
While distribution of materials is permitted on campus if the co-sponsoring organization or individual is listed on the flyer, “Materials may not be forced upon passerby, nor may the individual(s) distributing materials follow students to their classroom, or physically impede the progress of, or in any way harass passerby.”
Those distributing the material should not make physical contact with passerby unless accidental or incidental.
Any of this material must be discarded by those passing it out if it has been dropped on the floor.
Hyers recalled the “Survivors” setting up at the entrance of the Quad, forcefully passing out pamphlets, following students to class and recording students through body cameras with an additional camera set up on a tripod.
The mass email spoke on these issues. It stated, “Under California law, individuals can legally photograph or record in public spaces, including areas of campus that are open to the public.”
Questions from students attending the luncheon were left unanswered, leaving students fearful that administration could not prevent passerby from being recorded and posted on social media without their consent before it is too late.
“I think there should be open dialogue about the limitations. If admin can’t do anything, then they should say, ‘We can’t do anything,’ and be open about the reasons why, so others can try
and make their own responses,” said behavioral sciences instructor Timothy Gutierrez.
“Rob was doing a great job of sending resources out to people, making sure that they had alternative paths that they could take. Everything to be able to avoid the ‘Survivors,’” said Lee, recalling Hyers immediate action.
“The ‘Survivors’ on campus was one chapter of a larger problem
that we have where I’m concerned that there might be other outside organizations,” said Gutierrez. “It could be Proud Boys or some kind of anti-immigration group. The campus is open for these kinds of organizations that are incredibly hostile to many students. I don’t know what we’re going to do to make our students feel safe and welcomed and valued.”
RCCD Chancellor resists Trump administration
NATALIE STRAIN AND
XIMENA
ESPINOSA
MANAGING EDITOR AND NEWS REPORTER
Riverside Community College District chancellor signed a joint statement alongside more than 200 United States colleges and associates resisting the Trump administration’s interference in higher education institutions.
RCCD Chancellor Wolde-Ab Isaac, alongside presidents from neighboring colleges including the University of California, Riverside, the University of Redlands and California State University, San Bernardino, signed onto this public statement released by the American Association of Colleges and Universities on April 22.
“It’s a collective resistance from many like-minded universities and community colleges,” Chancellor Isaac said.
“As leaders of America’s colleges, universities, and scholarly societies, we speak with one voice against the unprecedented government overreach and political interference now endangering American higher education,” the statement said.
The statement recognizes the sovereignty of higher education institutions of which they can decide “whom to admit and what is taught, how, and by whom.”
“We are open to constructive reform and do not oppose legitimate government oversight. However, we must oppose undue government intrusion in the lives of those who learn, live, and work on our campuses.”
“The most fundamental thing is not about signing papers,” Chancellor Isaac said. “It is about having the freedom for us to exercise what we fundamentally believe in. How we can create social and economic mobility in our population, in how we can cultivate
Signatories included public and private universities, community colleges and Ivy League institutions as well as higher education associates.
equity and equity-mindedness within our own
campuses.”
Since U.S. President Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20, the administration has vocalized
measures to reduce funding for universities.
Following Harvard University’s lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging a $2.2
PHOTOS COURTESY OF ROBERT HYERS
Protesters fill Market and University Ave. for the “Hands Off!” protest April 5.
billion freeze on federal funding for research. Concerns for the independence of American higher education have risen throughout the nation.
JENNIFER
Above:
A member of the Survivors is seen passing out pamphlets while recording students at RCC on March 25.
Left:
The Survivors group setting up a camera near the entrance of the Quadrangle on March 24.
4 May 1, 2025
LIFE BRIEFS
Upcoming Events:
May 5
Movement Monday, Riverside
Join the RCC Student Health and Psychological Services for a time of relaxation sessions in the Quad Courtyard.
May 10
Pride Festival, Riverside: Join a day of festivities including music, vendors, art and workshops for the 3rd annual pride festival. Register for free tickets on riverside.lgbt/festival.com. The event will take place from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m and is located in White Park 3936 Chestnut Riverside, CA.
May 13
RCC Plant Club Spring Plant Swap, Riverside: Bring your plants, seeds or cutting to swap them with others. The free event is open to the public from Noon to 2 p.m. and is located at RCC Digital Library.
May 14
RCC Parent Game Night, Riverside:
The Student Parent Club is hosting the workshop and will be located at the Dr. Charles A. Kane Student Services and Administration Room 140 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
May 17
Public Safety Expo, Moreno Valley: Learn about public safety with leading professionals like firefighters and police officers. Acquire new skills by participating in hands-on exhibits. Also enjoy music, food and giveaways. The free event is located on Calle San Juan De Los Lagos and is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 21
RCC Talent Show, Riverside: The third annual talent show will be hosted in the Arthur G. Paul Quadrangle Room 144 at 7 p.m.
All of these events are subject to change.
If you have events happening on campus that you want featured, send information about the event to viewpoints@rcc.edu.
Coachella headliners attract fans
The infamous Southern California music festival Coachella wrapped up its annual two-weekend experience in the desert.
The Coachella 2025 setlist showcased 144 musicians stemming from all types of genres and music styles that did not disappoint.
Lady Gaga, who headlined the first night of Coachella on Friday night, had the biggest turnout of the whole weekend with fans lining up. When the gate opened, fans rushed towards the main stage to get a spot up close to the show.
Gaga’s presentation throughout the set was something for fans to admire and enjoy, along with the mix of some of her newest songs and fan favorites such as ‘Poker Face.’
However, Green Day stole the show as thousands in the crowd sang along to hits such as ‘American Idiot’ and ‘Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)’.
The weather conditions were good considering temperatures, rising to the high 90s and reaching 100 degrees at certain points of Weekend One. However, Weekend Two saw much cooler temperatures throughout Saturday and Friday, sitting around the mid 80s, only cracking 90 degrees a handful of times throughout the three-day experience.
“This year has been nothing but good times and good music,” said Austin Perry, a fan from Arizona.
People from across the world travel to experience the three-day music festival with friends and family.
“It’s my fourth Coachella and I love it more and more every year
I come,” said Richard Gomez, another camper at the festival.
Like most music events walking is a part of the game and being able to make those steps is not different at Coachella. Those who travel from outside the valley decide how they would like to spend the three nights when attending the festival.
Coachella is an amazing time for friends to bond and enjoy music.
Alongside the main setlist, fans can also find many sponsored booths and points of interest to enter and enjoy scattered around the venue. Some of these contained free samples of products from the brand or places to escape the heat to enjoy air conditioning along with relaxing music.
Speakeasy bars are also a nice addition to the experience at Coachella. One speakeasy bar was designed by well-known singer
and songwriter Ed Sheeran to give a feel of a European pub to those who entered “The Old Phone” lounge. Ed Sheeran performed a spontaneous act for spectators inside that was unannounced and unscheduled. Many other small bands and musicians performed during the weekend to create an amazingly unique atmosphere.
“Honestly, it was smooth getting into camp,” one camper said. “The security team figured it out since last weekend’s disaster.”
The camping area of the festival can be quite a walk for some. Some campsites are over a mile away from the entrance of the festival. And with no source of transportation from these campgrounds, fans camping can expect to walk quite a few steps throughout the weekend.
Coachella 2026 is set to take place April 10-12 and 17-19, with tickets going up for presale May 2.
Citrus festival enlightens locals and visitors
people and cultures who’ve played an important part in the citrus industry’s history,” Brockman said.
It’s the time of the year when trees thrive, flowers bloom and vibrant colorful fruit such as oranges, grapefruits and lemons come to life.
On April 6, California Citrus State Historical Park hosted its Third Annual Citrus Festival.
It is a community event that welcomes citrus enthusiasts to come together to celebrate the citrus heritage.
This festival is held in honor of citrus and the impact that it had on Riverside’s economy over the decades.
Citrus has had a huge influence on Riverside, allowing it to grow from a small town to a productive center for citrus production. Citrus helped attract settlers, power economic growth and form the city’s identity.
“We have this festival each year to bring the community together to celebrate what citrus did for not only Riverside but California as a whole,” program assistant for the Friends California Citrus Park Jenna Brockman said.
“This event brought everybody together as well as all the different
Brockman helped organize this event and provided information at her booth where she passed out maps of the park and answered questions pertaining to the citrus fest.
“This is sort of subsequent to the original Orange Blossom Festival in downtown Riverside that went on for several years without an orange blossom or a citrus festival,” secretary and board member Andrew Emery said.
“The Citrus Park thought that it would be great to bring that back to the region, and what a perfect space to do it but the Citrus Park,” he said.
This is the third year that the citrus festival has been running and encouraging friends and families to partake in their activities.
This festival welcomed family and pets as well. The festival had a mix of activities. This ranged from food trucks to live performances, local vendors and citrus tasting. The citrus tastings were the main attraction.
There was a set up with a variety of different citruses that were available to the public to try. Citrus products like oranges, grapefruits and lemons were featured.
At the end of the citrus tasting booth, they provided information on how to grow citrus and more information about the citrus that was being offered.
Josh Candelario, the vendor of Josh’s Green Thumb, has been with the festival for Two years.
“The community is great and everyone who comes is really nice and supportive,” he said.
Candelario gave tips and advice on how to grow and maintain plants.
“Its been a big passion of mine since I was a kid, so once I could get out here and start selling them and propagating them it’s like a big thing for me,” Candelario said.
The environment of the festival was content as it provided historical knowledge, local vendors, food and fun for the community to enjoy.
Be on the lookout for the next annual citrus festival as it will be an exciting, amusing filled festival.
The Spectra is one of Coachella’s famous art installations that features a spiral walkway experience.
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The entrance of the California Citrus State Park in Riverside.
Review: ‘Yellowjackets’ season 3 leaves fans hungry
MADDIE NELSON PHOTOGRAPHY REPORTER
Fans of the Showtime original, “Yellowjackets”, are in for a delicious new season that subverts all expectations and finally delves into the season one opening scene featuring the infamous “pit girl.”
Season three really does bring the show “Full Circle,” just like the title of the final episode suggests, released April 11.
Season three of “Yellowjackets” premiered Feb. 14. The show stars Melanie Lynskey and Sophie Nélisse as main character Shauna Shipman. During season three, we follow Shauna’s slow deterioration, which expertly connects the individual plots of the previous two seasons together.
Fans of the show have consistently rallied around the character of Jackie Taylor, played by Ella Purnell, but I’ve never truly understood the show’s focus on her until now.
Through Shauna, the show tells the story of the cyclical nature of trauma. Many fans were psyched that season three fully leaned into Jackie and Shauna’s relationship dynamic. Including revealing that Shauna may have
had romantic feelings towards her former best friend. Feelings that are now clouding Shauna’s judgment.
Shauna’s lingering feelings are not only shown through the taunting ghost of Jackie Taylor, who manifests herself in both the teen and adult timeline, but through the character of Melissa, played by Hilary Swank and Jenna Burgess.
While Melissa serves as a point of controversy among the fans, some of which didn’t like her excessive screentime, Melissa’s character brings Shauna’s feelings full circle.
The full scope of Shauna’s
character wouldn’t have made such a profound impact on the show if it weren’t for Sophie Nélisse’s acting. I’m not alone when I say that Nélisse outdoes herself in season three. Especially considering the young actress mentions in interviews that she tried to stay away from method acting.
“I can be doing a dramatic scene, and be thinking about what’s on the menu for lunch,” Nélisse said while being interviewed on the Zach Sang show. Nélisse credits her experience in gymnastics, which she says has allowed her to focus
on many different things at once and has allowed her to be able to mold herself between takes.
Nélisse isn’t the only actress who’s become the talk of the town, or rather, the “Yellowjackets” fandom. Australian actress Courtney Eaton, who plays teen Lottie, dominates every scene she’s in, even with her lack of lines this season. Eaton, just like Nelisse, is able to show the slow deterioration of her character’s mental health in a terrifying way.
Together, Eaton and Nelisse create two characters that enable one another in the worst way and can be viewed as villains. Still, they maintain the ability to gain sympathy from the audience.
Season three of the show doesn’t just excel with Shauna’s plotline and arc. While the connection with Melissa ties together Shauna’s character motivations in both season one and three, there’s another even more awaited connection: the infamous “pit girl” scene.
Since the show first aired and opened with it’s iconic “pit girl” scene, fans have speculated on who exactly “pit girl” is. I was a bit surprised that season three ended with showing the full pit girl scene, featuring Alexa
Barajas as Mari Ibarra. However, Mari’s death was the perfect way to end the season.
“Yellowjackets” has a pattern of putting the most significant character death at the end of each season. For season one it was Jackie Taylor, played by Ella Purnell, who signified the girls’ desperation progressing to the point of cannibalism.
For season two it was Javi Martinez, played by Luciano Leroux, signifying the girls’ becoming desperate enough to kill.
Mari’s death opens up a whole new world of ugly possibilities for the girls in season four following Shauna’s hostile takeover of the group. Shauna is partaking in cruelty for the sake of cruelty.
Despite the show opening on the “pit girl” scene in season one, season three manages to give the audience a whole new perspective of the scene. It flips around the narrative. While season one shows how it would look to an outsider, season three shows how it looked and felt to those involved.
Tumblr user Faeparrish posted their new interpretation of the scene, “Van standing over the pit seemed so menacing in the pilot but now it’s just heartbreaking. Mari being pit girl, not because the wilderness chose but because Shauna chose.”
Review: ‘Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ is a waste of shade
VICTOR LEDBETTER JR. OPINIONS REPORTER
“Assassin’s Creed Shadows” is a poorly made, mindnumbing action role-playing video game experience that will leave your thoughts as soon as you drop the game.
I will be honest, I don’t really know what drew me into buying and playing “Assassin’s Creed Shadows.”
I felt like the Assassin’s Creed video game series was drawn out and directionless at this point. I mean, I liked “Origins” and “Odyssey,” but completely avoided the two most recent entries due to my interest in the overarching story dying out at this point.
The comments in the game’s official trailer were absolutely brutal, and I recall one of the commenters comparing it to “Ghost of Tsushima.” Ironic considering that “Ghost” borrowed a lot from “AC” in terms of its stealth mechanics. There might have been other comments regarding the publisher Ubisoft and how “Shadows” might be their “last chance” at a financial hit, but I cannot confirm or deny that since I wasn’t really buying into the hype that the game was generating.
Regardless, I decided that it would be a brilliant idea to pay $70 on the March 30 launch, plus the deluxe content, and see if Shadows was going to surpass my relatively low expectations. After about 115 hours into the game, I dropped it completely. I couldn’t finish it. It was simply too much to bear.
The experience for me was incredibly boring throughout, reminding me that I am a sucker,
and irresponsible with my money. However, there isn’t just one overarching drawback with “Shadows,” as there are many pressing issues with Ubisoft’s incredibly dated game design.
Story
A quick rundown of the main story: you play as two characters, Naoe and Yasuke. This takes place in feudal Japan, where Naoe is a shinobi whose home, Iga, is destroyed by Oda Nobunaga’s samurai to restore order. Yasuke is a former slave who has risen the ranks of Nobunaga’s clan to help establish his position as a samurai, and was one of the catalysts behind the raid of Iga. When their paths collide, they figure out that a more dangerous threat will emerge.
I know this sounds stupid, but I felt like there was a decent idea of where to take the narrative. Unfortunately, I felt like there wasn’t anything to like about the campaign.
The prologue and first act were an absolute drag to get through. Naoe isn’t very interesting as a protagonist, and I couldn’t buy into her story. What was more interesting was Yasuke’s story. See, he wasn’t playable until the second act, and it did take a while to get to the actual meat of the story. Yet when I got there, I saw that Yasuke was even more sleep-inducing than his counterpart.
I just don’t know how you mess up the story of a black samurai, with your basic themes of perseverance and overcoming the odds. Easily the biggest blown layup in recent memory. I am currently at the second act of the story, dropping it at that point. Maybe the story gets
better, but I bet it doesn’t.
Graphics/Performance
In terms of graphics, Shadows is the most visually impressive game I have seen in a while. The environment around feudal Japan is grand and lush, with every passing season having its own beauty. The character models are nicely detailed, with the gear and weapons having their own unique look that fits for the time period.
The performance was surprisingly solid for a game that was just recently released. “Shadows” runs on a consistent 60 frames per second on my PS5 with performance mode on. No bugs, with very few glitches. Easily one of the smoothest launches I have been a part of.
Gameplay (Mission Design and Combat)
Let’s start with the mission design. It is not at all bad, but it feels incredibly monotonous and kills the impact of a mission I try to start.
The main mission board consists of the foes you have to assassinate and the citizens in Japan you can help out. A huge majority of these missions consist of collecting evidence, just so you can go kill an enemy. Yet, you aren’t “collecting evidence”, you are sent on these fetch quests where you either have to sneak past an enemy to read a meaningless paper to go to another objective.
If you aren’t doing that, you are meeting with the citizens to eliminate a certain amount of enemies in an area. More often than not, these smaller quests are not rewarding enough.
If you want to take a break
from the mission board and focus on the locations on the map, you can ramsack castles, forts and complete knowledge quests that help unlock new abilities for Naoe and Yasuke. They will be fun at first, but you quickly realize that this is the same for every major landpoint. It becomes an endless cycle of boredom that has the same copy and paste design for the entire game and it doesn’t end.
The combat is okay for the most part. It does get repetitive quickly and lacks depth in its melee combat, although this does depend on the character you play as. The problem is that the characters aren’t balanced right. Naoe has an emphasis on stealth, yet she is well rounded as long as you focus on being defensive. Yasuke is an absolute tank that isn’t effective at stealth at all, but can deal huge damage. Most of the missions feel catered to Naoe and I felt the need to use her most of the time. The stealth is surprisingly good, especially in higher difficulties, but it doesn’t change the fact that combat feels
like a kindergartner’s puzzle.
Miscellaneous
The voice acting is absolutely terrible. You would expect Ubisoft, a triple-A gaming publisher, to acquire talent that would take a project like this seriously. At least I get to hear someone fail to whistle!
The facial animations are also oddly stiff, to the point where the characters feel like robots half of the time.
The world of feudal Japan is incredibly huge. So why does it feel so…empty? No secrets to discover, no secret quests, nothing worth stopping for. This is not what you want when you are playing an openworld game.
The monetization is shoehorned in this game. There are item bundles in the store, and “Projects,” which are Ubisoft’s version of a battle pass. The thing is, the gear drops are actually good. There is always a way to try and get the best equipment at any point of the game. So why are battle passes even here in a singleplayer game?
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Thunderbirds soar high
Biennial event draws hundreds to Riverside
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From performances by civilian aviators to the precision of Thunderbirds the weight of the sound of planes flying overhead illuminated the legacy of this show that has taken place for over a century.
The Socal Air Show took place April 12-13 in Riverside featuring the dedication and resilience of aviators. The base presented food tents, a beer garden, parked photoop planes and recruitment tents.
Service members were in attendance to represent their branch and share their wisdom, such as the Air Force.
Captain Callie Hewitt serves in the Air Force Public Affairs Agency as a combat camera airman working to report the missions. This can range from unclassified to top secret missions, she said.
The AFPAA report “The squadron consists of technical experts from Air Force public affairs in both ground and aerial photojournalism, broadcast and video documentation as well as dedicated support professionals.”
“Sometimes you’ll go out with the Marines, so like amphibious assault units. I was one of the few women that got to do that,” Hewitt said.
The benefits of serving in the military are a significant reason many join. This includes medical, dental and life insurance. Other contributors include free education, housing allowance accompanied with lowered rates, 401k and full retirement pension.
“The biggest benefit I would say, and it’s going to sound really cheesy is, the guys, my brethren,” Hewitt said.
Edlin Kirk, serving in the Air Force and Crystal Matamis, a sergeant serving in the Air Force expressed their gratitude for the benefits the military has to offer.
“Other branches always call us the ‘chairforce,’ cause we’re always in the chair,” Matamis said.
Although, that is a misconception. Just some of the duties Air Force service members conduct are maintenance and repair, law and order, combat or aviation and flight.
All of which keep its branch in line and prepared for anything whether that be on ground or in the air.
It’s the best branch because most jobs are inland and they treat them well, Kirk said.
The Thunderbirds flew F-16 Fighting Falcon jets just 100 feet from the ground and a few feet away from each other.
Not only do they put on shows across the U.S. showcasing precise maneuvers but they serve in warfare as well.
Patty Olgyn along with her family attended the show as they traditionally do every year. They followed the Thunderbirds tours and anticipated their closing performance.
“It’s a free event but it doesn’t cost much to see what the military does for this country,” she said.
To anyone interested in enlisting in the military, this may be your true calling or may not. There are a lot of risks that come with this career path.
“I wouldn’t encourage anyone to enlist. I would encourage folks to discover who they are. Find out if this is going to help them be their best selves,” Hewitt said.
If you’re willing to have that long conversation with yourself, now more than ever the military is looking for people to break conforming molds and bring a different way of thinking to the table, she added.
U.S Air Force Thunderbird gets ready to take-off for an air show
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high at SoCal Airshow
Riverside County March Air Reserve Base
If you’re willing to have that long conversation with yourself; now more than ever the military is looking for people to break conforming molds and bring a different way of thinking to the table.
-Capt. Callie Hewitt
preforming at the March Air Reserve Base on April 13.
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The Thunderbirds take flight at the March Air Reserve Base showcasing one of their maneuver.
The U.S Air Force Thunderbirds march in formation after air show at the March Air Reserve Base on April 13.
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OPINIONS
Overconsumption leads to catastrophe
MARISSA PEREZ LIFE EDITOR
One of Earth’s worst enemies is overconsumption, yet we seem to ignore it.
How often do you spend money on impulsive purchases?
With the rise of online shopping and the infamous TikTok Shop, unnecessary products are being shipped and used around the world. The problem with these items is that they are hardly being used.
How it works is that these influencers on TikTok promote items from its online store. A common type of video on the app is the “get ready with me”. Many of the products being used in the video are linked to the shop. It benefits the creator of the video because they earn income when people purchase the items.
I understand getting paid for content creation, but why are we promoting products that possibly
could be useless and clothing that is made of cheap material?
For instance, I’ve seen a video of a girl trying out five different heatless hair curler tools, trying to find the best one.
Another perspective is that each week a new type of heatless hair tool comes out that makes consumers buy each one. I gave in and bought two, and neither work.
Yet, I empathize with all the online shoppers. In the economy that we live in right now, prices are rapidly increasing. So, seeing an item that costs half the price on TikTok Shop compared to your expensive mall retailer store is compelling.
Still, overconsumption doesn’t just lie in online shopping.
Department store chains in America like Ross, Burlington and T.J. Maxx are also known for their variety of cheap products.
These stores have the benefits
What are your plans/goals for the remainder of the semester?
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“ I have an honor show coming up, which is just for art students. Teachers will go and pick their favorite work of the semester. They’ll decide to display it at the gallery, where students can win awards. We have some events for the art club. I plan on graduating next spring.
I’m trying to graduate with a 4.0 GPA. I’m not planning on transferring. I’m just going to enter the workforce.”
-Alexa Bcheinder
Major: Art
of helping low-income families, as I first experienced. But these stores are filled with many miscellaneous items that make me question: when do companies stop producing?
According to The United States Census Bureau from February to March, new orders of manufactured durable goods have increased $2.6 billion or 9.2 percent, to $315.7 billion. The items being produced are under the category of durable goods. These goods are items that are designed to have a long lifespan.
Take the iconic Stanley tumbler cup that became popular during 2020. This item is advertised as a durable water bottle.
On TikTok, I’ve seen videos of people’s cabinets filled with different styles and colors. Why is this necessary, when you need at most two cups? Including the retail cost of the product being $60. Imagine the money this
creator would have saved by only buying two.
Taking it to a personal level, I would say I have a shopping addiction.
However, I’m fairly picky when it comes to purchasing clothes. I try to pay for material rather than price so that’s helped me manage how much clothes I buy.
On the other hand, it can be the opposite for others. People rely on online stores like Shien, which in fact has taken over the fast fashion world.
According to Sustainability Magazine, the company lists up to 10,000 new items on their site every day.
I’ve purchased from the online stores a couple times and honestly those items no longer live in my closet. From my experience, the clothing material was not the greatest. It was itchy or see-through
“Academically, I plan on graduating next spring. I’m just trying to get through this semester. I’m taking a lot of classes. I’m taking 5, I’m a little overwhelmed, just trying to get through until summer. I feel like I’ve been having fun. I’ve been taking art classes, so it’s been chill. I was doing homework, which was drawing a ram. I’ve just been getting through the semester, I know I have to look at classes soon.”
-Shannon Soto Major: Art
“I think I’m pushing myself to try and challenge how I manage my time especially with school. It’s something I’ve always struggled with so I purposefully gave myself quite a bit on my workload. I wasn’t used to taking general ed classes so, I decided to take American politics and an english class. I think it’s been nice to find a way that I work under pressure, so graduating with a high gpa is my goal personally. I want to enjoy myself working at a fast pace and finding time to calm down.”
-Hannah Stilley Major: Art
to the point where I couldn’t even wear it, so I would donate it.
But even going on the topic of donating clothes to thrift stores, most clothes in their aisles are from Shien, which leads to the clothing collecting dust on a rack.
Worst of all, some clothing can end up in landfills. Looking at landfills, they look like a disgrace to mother nature. Earth.org alone, estimates that in America, it is estimated that 11.3 million tons of textiles end up as waste yearly.
The best alterative is purchasing biodegradable clothing, which still come with a high price tag.
Realistically, will we keep living in this cycle of purchasing clothes from fast fashion companies due to the inflation in the world right now.
So, what can we really do? A lot of people are ignorant while others live a sustainable life. I believe it takes one’s own strength to recognize and avoid the issue.
“I want to finish off strong, don’t get a sort of malaise, having that feeling already since spring break, continue pushing forward to graduate this semester, and transfer to Fullerton to pursue my major in kinesiology. I want to be more consistent and take everything a day at a time.”
-Isaac Montiel Major: Kinesiology
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RCC fails to protect students from harassment
College campuses are meant to be safe for students. Riverside City College makes this attempt in its Mission and Values, stating that the administration’s goal is to provide a welcoming space for students, encouraging open dialogue and transparency.
But let’s be transparent - How can students feel welcomed and heard when their safety concerns aren’t being addressed?
An anti-abortion group who refers to themselves as the “Survivors” recently came onto campus after their first appearance in the 2024 spring semester. The group was found displaying vulgar imagery on posters and flyers, harassing students into talking to them while also discretly recording through body cameras, sometimes even following students to class.
Instructors at RCC shared emails and information about them, warning students of the group’s actions. Administration remained silent until students’ privacy was already violated.
When notified by an instructor that the
group was not in a free speech zone, the group responded with, “This is America, right?”
This shows a complete lack of respect towards RCC’s campus and instructors.
An unidentified “monk” was recently on campus as well, handing out “free” books and then asking students to make a donation of $20 or more. Sometimes the monk even begged and guilt tripped students into taking their books.
A majority of RCC’s students are working class students, oftentimes working a job while going to school full time to support themselves, making it even more inappropriate for a “monk” to peddle their religion as a way to guilt trip students into giving them money.
With it only costing $30 and some paperwork in order to rent out the quad courtyard, the RCC campus is simply too accessible.
In the vendor application it states, “Vendors may not, in any way, harass
passersby.” If vendors aren’t supposed to harass students, why should an antiabortionist group that harrasses students be allowed on campus?
The responsibility of safety and comfort shouldn’t fall on the paying student, but rather high-level administration.
In response to students vocalizing their displeasure of “the Survivors” being on campus, RCC President Claire Oliveros responded by suggesting signage be placed for free speech zones, caution signs and resources for students.
While that might help, it fails to address the core issues at hand. Students should be able to go to class without being followed or harassed in general.
Do these groups have a place on campus?
Everyone has their right to free speech, but nobody should be allowed to harass students and make their safety feel threatened.
When something gets in the way of students’ education, the administration needs to intervene and do something about it.
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May 1, 2025
Cheer places fourth in national tournament
SERGIO CONTRERAS SPORTS EDITOR
As the sun broke over Daytona Beach in April, the Riverside City College cheer team stood with arms linked, hearts pounding in unison.
The Tigers once again reached the grand stage of the National Cheerleaders Association College Nationals not as underdogs but as reigning champions.
The Tigers had a shot at history: a chance to win their third consecutive national title. And although the three-peat slipped from the Tigers’ paws, what they accomplished this season cemented their legacy as one of the most formidable forces in junior college cheerleading.
Coming off two national championships, Riverside City College entered the 2025 season with high expectations and an even higher bar to clear.
The Tigers weren’t just competing against other teams; they were competing against their growing legacy.
Securing two coveted “gold bids” at national summer camps was the perfect start for a team with its sights firmly set on a third consecutive championship.
Those gold bids, automatic qualifications for the Nationals, validated their early-season excellence and reminded them of the journey ahead.
“Showing everyone that junior college can be just as competitive as a university was one of our goals,” said Desiree De La Rosa, a standout tumbler for the Tigers. “All of our showcases were
getting us ready for Daytona.
Feeding off the energy from the audience helped us stay locked in. We worked all year to prepare for Daytona. In the college cheer community, Daytona is like our Super Bowl or the Olympics. It’s very big for us.”
The Tigers maintained an impressive 5-2 record throughout the season, winning every regional showcase and dominating exhibitions. Their consistency and passion fueled excitement on campus, and within the junior college cheer world, raised expectations even higher.
Yet, despite the accolades, balancing a grueling training schedule with academics and personal life wasn’t always easy.
“It can be overwhelming,” said De La Rosa. “But having the right time management helped
me. Setting a schedule, balancing everything when I first joined, it was difficult, but I learned.”
The Tigers’ program operated under a powerful team motto: Handle hard better. It wasn’t just words on a wall, it became a way of life for the athletes.
“Hearing that is something I’ll never forget,” De La Rosa added. “As a team, we started changing our mindset. We started making real progress.”
That growth carried them into Daytona with confidence. Their preliminary performance was electric, securing a spot in the finals with clean tumbling, tight stunts and vibrant energy.
Yet on Finals Day, under the bright Florida sun and the pressure of a three-peat, a minor slip in synchronization and a bobble on a pyramid section left
the door open for rivals.
Ultimately, the Tigers finished fourth, an incredible achievement but a painful near-miss for a program so used to winning.
“It’s still hard to accept it,” De La Rosa said. “It’s upsetting that we fell short. We worked hard all season, and it wasn’t the outcome we wanted.
“But honestly, I wouldn’t change anything from this season. Our gold bids, our performances, it was all rewarding and made Daytona even more exciting.”
Cheer and Dance Director Rachelle Fauwcett echoed the sentiment of pride and resilience.
“Life doesn’t get easier,” Fauwcett said. “We just handle hard better. We empower them to handle hard better.”
Although the Tigers didn’t walk away with a third straight
national title, their season stood for something bigger, a testament to their grit, talent, and heart.
“Champions aren’t just made on the mat,” Fauwcett said. “They’re made in every moment that follows.”
As for the future, there is no question RCC cheer will be back, fueled by hunger and unfinished business.
“We will be hungry next year,” Fauwcett said. “We are multifaceted; we prepare for football, basketball,and our season. This fuels our hunger.”
The Tigers, still fiercely proud, closed out their 2025 season not with sorrow but with renewed determination.
As De La Rosa said, “I’m excited to see what’s next. This team is hungry.”
Softball looks to future after disappointing 14-26 season
Young
Tigers team working to improve in the offseason
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The Riverside City College softball team was swept by Santa Ana College to end the season, finishing in a 5-4 loss on April 24.
The Tigers posted a 14-26 overall record (4-14 in the Orange Empire Conference) and did not qualify for the playoffs, but that does not mean this season was without successes.
A young team, the Tigers’ roster consisted mostly of firstyear players, so growth was a focal point. From throwing runners out who attempted to stretch an extra
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base to handling bunts on the infield, the team worked hard to hone its craft all season.
Tigers head coach Michelle Daddona, now in her 26th year, along with assistant coaches Sarah Kammert and Magen Luna, continue the job of building up players every season.
The team will look ahead to
the 2026 season with a more experienced squad equipped to compete for a playoff spot in the ultra competitive 3C2A SoCal region.
With 14 players returning next season, Kammert said, “Wait until next year.”
Among RCC’s graduating sophomores:
DESTINY AMEZCUA, C
Amezcua transferred to Riverside after attending Fullerton College in 2024. This season, Amezcua has appeared in 21 games for the Tigers. She ranked fifth on this year’s squad with a .274 batting average and a .392 on-base percentage. She brings consistent energy and enthusiasm whether on the field or in the dugout, and plans to transfer to UC Riverside to continue her studies. She is on track to complete an Associates degree after the spring semester and would like to pursue a career as a dermatologist.
RAQUEL RAZO, P/2B
Raquel Razo may have seen limited action the past two years but her presence has been significant to the Tigers’ success this season. She played error-free defense at two positions, earning a save at Southwestern on Feb. 17 and clinching the victory with a diving defensive catch from the circle. With plans to transfer while majoring in criminal justice, Razo is on track to graduate with a degree after the summer session.
ALYSSE FLORES, 1B
Last year, Flores hit .244 and played mostly in center field. This season, she transitioned to first base and was second on the team with a .333 batting average. Flores committed just one error and boasted a .996 field percentage with more than 250 defensive opportunities, but her season highlight came with a two-run against Allan Hancock on March 29. On track to graduate with an Associates degree after the summer session, Flores plans to enroll in RCC’s Cosmetology Program.
REBECA RAZO, 3B
Rebeca Razo redshirted at Taft College before transferring to Riverside in 2024. Last year, she hit .345 with 25 RBIs and played a lot of shortstop. This season, Razo anchored the hot corner and led the team with a .340 average and 15 RBIs. Currently considering an offer from Asher University (NAIA), Razo is a biology major and is on track to graduate with an Associates degree after the summer session.
Riverside City College hitter Jocelyn Romero, (11) prepares to hit at Evans Sports Complex against Santa Ana College on April 22.
The Riverside City College co-ed, cheer and dance teams posing in front of their trophies at the National Association College Nationals at Daytona beach.
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No. 6 Tigers prepare for postseason
Riverside to host AVC in 3C2A SoCal Regional
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Tigers freshman pitcher Andrew Martin stepped off the mound and took a deep breath. The weight of the moment – and his past struggles – rested on his shoulders.
With two out in the bottom of the eighth inning on April 24, Santa Ana College trailed by one run and was threatening with runners on the corners.
Martin silenced the noise, reset and dug his cleat back into the pitching rubber before tossing a sharp slider to strikeout the Dons Ben Melendez and end the threat.
Martin pumped his fist and yelled towards the Riverside dugout, his roar booming throughout Evans Sports Complex as his teammates joined in celebration.
Martin’s escape led the Riverside City College baseball team to a 4-2 Game 2 victory over Santa Ana and a series win.
“There was no question he was battling those thoughts of ‘here we go again,’” Tigers head coach Rudy Arguelles said on Martin’s outing. “He dug down deep and found a way to get out of that inning with the lead.”
With the win, RCC secured a second place finish in the Orange Empire Conference and will host Antelope Valley College in a California Community Colleges Athletic Association SoCal regional best-of-three series.
Sophomore right-handed pitcher Evan Stratton followed Martin in the ninth for his second consecutive appearance in the
series, slamming the door shut to pick up his fourth save of the year.
“I love the pump that I get,” Stratton said on his closing role.
“I love to see my team win, and I want to be the guy to get it done.”
A Creighton University commit, Stratton could still be used in different roles despite his success as the team’s closer, as Riversides closer entering the playoffs.
“‘Strat’ has the ability to be a true Swiss army knife,” Arguelles said. “He can do it in the front end, long relief, match up relief and he can close it down at the end of the game.”
Riverside’s offense struggled early, managing only one hit through the first three innings. They got on the board in the fourth with a single run, and a two-run seventh inning gave them a lead that it would not relinquish.
“We were too passive and we compromised opportunities,” Arguelles said of the offenses’ early struggles. “They did a better job as it got deeper in the game, as far as putting together tough quality at-bats.”
Martin relieved freshman lefty Jorge Rodriguez in the eigth. Rodriguez kept them in the game despite the offense’s slow start.
“It didn’t bother me. I knew my offense was going to do the job and score some runs,” Rodriguez said.
He finished the day going seven innings, allowing eight hits, one run and striking out six.
“I wanted to attack the zone and trust the defense,” Rodriguez said. “I know if I did what I needed to do, we would be fine.”
Riverside completed the sweep April 25 at Santa Ana, finishing with a 15-6 record in OEC play – 28-12 overall – and earned the No. 6 seed in the upcoming 3C2A playoffs.
“We can go a long way,” Rodriguez said. “I have so much trust in our (pitching) staff. They can handle any situation . It’s going to be fun,” Rodriguez said.
SPORTS BRIEFS
MEN’S TRACK
The men’s track and field team won their 17th consecutive Orange Empire Conference Championship and will look to compete at the SoCal prelims on May 3 to prepare for the 3C2A State Championship Meet.
WOMEN’S TRACK
The women’s track and field team won its 13th consecutive Orange Empire Conference Championship and will look to compete at the SoCal prelims on May 3 to prepare for the 3C2A Championship Meet.
MEN’S TENNIS
The men’s tennis team lost 5-2 to Irvine Valley at the SoCal Dual Team Regional Championship. However, they bounced back with both singles players and all three doubles teams moving on to the second day of the 3C2A State Championship Tournament on Thursday, April 24. Two of the Tigers’ doubles teams advanced to the 3C2A Semi-Final but ultimately fell short against Foothill College and Irvine Valley College.
WOMEN’S TENNIS
The women’s tennis team lost 8-1 to Bakersfield College on April 15 at the SoCal Dual Team Regional Semi-Final. The Tigers then advanced to the 3C2A State Championship, advancing to the quarter-finals, where they lost their singles and doubles matches.
MEN’S SWIM AND DIVE
The men’s swim team took third in the Orange Empire Conference while sending multiple athletes to the 3C2A State Championship.
BEACH VOLLEYBALL
The women’s beach volleyball team finished sixth in the Orange Empire Conference, having a chance to qualify for the 3C2A State Championship on the second day of the tournament but fell short ending the Tigers season.
UPCOMING GAMES
BASEBALL vs. Antelope Valley College on May 2 and 3 at Evans Sports Complex.
SWIM AND DIVE at Santa Rosa College on May 2.
TRACK AND FIELD at Saddleback College on May 3.
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Riverside City College catcher Ian Nguyen celebrates towards the Tiger dugout after hitting a double against Fullerton College on April 1 at Evans Sports Complex.
Riverside City College pitcher Evan Stratton (left foreground) celebrates with catcher Marcus Moyer after completing the save in the Tigers’ 4-2 win over Santa Ana College on April 24 at Evans Sports Complex.
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Riverside City College pitcher Jorge Rodriguez throws a pitch against Santa Ana College at Evans Sports Complex on April 24.