Viking News - Issue 1 - Fall 2016

September 15, 2016 • Volume 90 • Issue 2 • Published since 1927

CLUB DAYS HIT CAMPUSES

— Focus, page 4

$15 flu shot offered

- News page 2

Gold medalist surprises journalism class - Citystyle, page 3

Library, shuttle schedule - Calendar page 5

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NEWS

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September 15, 2016

Expanded resources for books

By Joseph Herrera Staff writer A new year at LBCC has created anxiety in Campus Store lines and also led firstyear students to learn about lesser known alternatives.

On the hectic first day of Fall 2016, freshmen leaving behind the hazy days of high school walked onto the campuses with a need to fulfill academic goals while hopefully maintaining an economical financial plan.

At 8:45 a.m. Monday, Aug. 29, the LAC store had about 50 students surveying in and around the aisles hopefully finding affordable copies of their textbooks.

Lily Phay, a second-year psychology major, said she is familiar with the experi-

ence of affordable book-buying methods: “I usually come just to look at prices of used books and new books. I might end up buying the books online or renting them even though I won’t get them until the second week of school.”

Many staff members promote online buying and even rentals. When certain textbooks sell out at the Campus Store, buying books online is the second option whether it’s through the Campus Store, or outside sources like Chegg or Bookoff.

The process takes about 24-48 hours with a notification by email or phone stating the order has arrived.

The option of renting has become a popular choice for students, whether it is rented used or new. The money saved on renting can be about a 45-80 percent dif-

BLOOD DRIVE

Photo by Joshua Miller/Viking VAMPIRE VOLUNTEER: John Frixione, a volunteer with the Red Cross, speaks with Daniel Garcia, 18, an undeclared major, middle and Roberto Lopez, 23, an electrical engineering major, about donating blood Wednesday, Sept. 14 in the Nordic Lounge at the LAC.

ference. For example, the third edition of “Introduction to Leadership” will cost $72 new, $54 used, $46.80 if rented new, and $32.40 if rented used. Students can practice the method of going green with the digital version bought at $58 and the digital version rented at $36.

A rental agreement is used detailing when the course book will need to be returned and also students need a credit number stored on file in case the book is due late or comes back with significant damages. The charge will run at 75 percent of the original selling price.

An inconvenient matter arises for students such as business administration major Delilah Medina, 27, when they have to purchase books written by the teacher: “The book my law instructor wrote is ex-

pensive. It would obviously be much more helpful for students if the book were economical and also if used versions were available, not just new.”

However, since Barnes and Noble became contracted with the operation of the bookstore as well as campus convenience stores, Student Life has gained significant benefits. Barnes and Noble gives hiring preference and priority to students. A donation of $10,000 has been given to the Associated Student Body and $10,000 in annual book scholarships has been rewarded. Stacey Toda, assistant director of Public Relations and Marketing at LBCC, expressed her delight of the outcome for the contract agreement. “I support the LBCC Campus Store like any other department here on campus.”

By Fantacie Jackson News editor @_fantaciejm

Marc Smith said when he arrived at LBCC that morning, police had the C Building surrounded and they wouldn’t give any explanation. “I didn’t find out about the situation until the mass email that was sent out to everyone at school,” Smith said.

Vanessa Morales, 20, a nursing major, was not aware of the situation taking place and admitted it makes her uncomfortable.

“The restroom is somewhere you go to handle your needs and being that men are so much stronger physically than women, who knows what they’re capable of,” Morales said.

No updates from the Police Department were available Wednesday, Sept. 7. If anyone has information about the incident, they may contact the police’s LBCC section at (562) 938-4807. The college has emergency text alerts. Students and employees may sign up to on lbcc.edu.

Lurker in restroom Long Beach Police responded to a call at LAC Building C regarding a man inside the women’s restroom Tuesday, Sept. 6.

The suspect was described as a male of unknown ethnicity, between the height of 5-7 and 5-8 and wearing a black shirt and jeans.

Teaunia Richardson, 19, a human services major, heard about the incident from the email that was sen from the college.

She said she is concerned and somewhat confused on the little information that has been released.

“I’ll be cautious, but not paranoid since I already check stalls to see if anything is off, but this won’t discourage me from using the restroom,” Richardson said.

Nursing and allied health coordinator

Flu vaccine offered for students and employees As flu season begins in October, shots available for $15 at both campuses.

By Joseph Herrera and Patricia Miramontes Staff writers Employees and students at LBCC are able to buy and receive a flu shot for $15 at the colleges health service centers at both campuses.

Officials said the supplies are limited and people wanting the vaccine are encouraged to not wait to receive the shot.

Influenza, more commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by flu viruses. The flu can cause mild to extreme illness and in some cases can lead to death, experts said. The flu is

different from a cold. Most common symptoms are cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, fatigue and fever, doctors said. They added that not everyone with flu will develop a fever. For the most part, people who do develop flu will recover in a few days to less than two weeks, according to websites.

Some people might develop complications as a result of the flu, at worst, it can be life-threatening, doctors explained. Bronchitis, pneumonia, sinus and ear infections are example of complications, they said, sometimes even causing chronic health problems worse like asthma.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website suggests getting a flu vaccine is the first and best way to protect not only individuals, but also family and friends from the flu since activity often begins to increase in October and November, a time when people gather in close groups.

Older people, young children, pregnant women and people with certain health conditions are especially advised to take precaution and get the vaccine. Seasonal flu viruses can be present year-round, however seasonal flu activity can begin as early as October and continues to present itself until May, the website stated. Flu activity generally peaks in the U.S. from December to March.

Alex Simpson, 18, an economics major, said, “I took mine about six months ago under my parents insurance for a $5 fee. It was pretty cool, it didn’t hurt.”

Some warning signs of the flu sickness in children include, fast breathing or trouble breathing, not waking up or interacting, being irritable that the child does not want to be held, flu-like symptoms improve, but also return with fever and a worse cough, fever with rash, experts explained. In adults, symptoms include difficulty breath-

ing, shortness of breath, pressure or pain in the chest of abdomen, sudden dizziness, confusion, severe or persistent vomiting and flu symptoms that improve, but then return with fever and worse cough, the website explained.

Student Health Services are offering flu shots for all current LBCC students and employees at the PCC and the LAC. Anyone interested is asked to first pay for the vaccine at PCC in GG103 and LAC cashier’s office in A1081 and proceed to health services in GG117 at the PCC and A1010 LAC. For more information on flu shots and other health services available at LBCC, students may consult lbcc.edu/studenthealth or call the PCC health services at (562) 938-3992 or the LAC at (562) 9384210.

September 15, 2016

CITYSTYLE

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Alumni art exhibited Story and Photo by Jeff Dahlquist Online & social media editor @jdahlasign

Eddie Diaz/Viking OUTSTANDING: The cast of “The Nerd” take a bow following a performance to the applause of the audience in the Studio Theatre on Thursday, Sept. 1.

‘Nerd’ is also class clown

By Eddie Diaz Staff writer @eddiefndiaz

The Fall production of “The Nerd”, written by Larry Shue and directed by Greg Mortensen, was performed at LBCC in the Studio Theatre.

“The Nerd” is a comedy that explores the struggle of how far a friend will go for another friend before enough is enough.

The mix between a talented cast and small studio environment bred for a humorous and enjoyable two hours Thursday, Sept. 1.

As I made my way through the line,

two theater art students, Daeson Moody and Elijah Douglas, were taking tickets, said the actors were the “understudies” and that I would get a great performance. The actors seem to embrace the characters with finesse, if any mistakes occurred, I would not have noticed. You could feel the cast giving all they had to each of their characters, embracing them with their entire being, pulling me and the audience deep into the story.

The stage made for an immersive feeling and brought the audience closer to the acting. I was like a fly on the wall watching all this chaos unfold. I glanced at the audi-

ence periodically and took note of all the smiles and laughter that came out throughout the entire performance.

Cameron Rodriguez, a business major, accompanied by a friend, Monica Flammang, came out to enjoy the performance and support their friend who was in the production and said the play was funny.

“The Nerd” was a great performance that had me laughing out loud and kept me entertained the entire time. The play may be over, but it is a preview of great performances yet to come.

The Art Gallery in Building K offers a variety of works from former Gallery director HK Zamani and retired teacher Rodney Tsukashima.

“Past, Present, Future. A Survey,” is a collection of abstract paintings by Zamani. “Something Old, Something New. Works in Clay 1990 and 2016,” is a display of ceramic Rodney Tsukashima works that has Ceramics Creator taken 26 years to finish by Tsukashima.

Film major Sam Lampshire, 23, said Tuesday, Sept. 13, “The work is very interesting. The paintings and ceramics challenge form and light.”

The ceramic work by Tsukashima is detailed with flecks of blue added into a beige background on a selection of pieces. The paintings by Zamani are abstract in nature.

Students, employees and visitors may view the free exhibition until Oct. 6.

The Gallery is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays and noon to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Gold medalist surprises journalism class

Students get personal and learn more about the volleyball Olympian.

Story and photo by Carlos Ochoa Opinion editor @CarlosOchoaLA

Three-time Olympic beach volleyball gold medalist Misty May-Treanor entered P111 to surprise students in the Journalism 20 newswriting class Tuesday, Sept 6.

During practice on Aug. 13, volleyball player Jessica Kaeka, 19, Kinesiology Major said, “She’s taught us so much already in the first month. We are aiming for a state championship this year.”

May-Treanor was hired in July as LBCC’s director of volleyball and coach of the women’s indoor team that starts the season this Fall and new beach volleyball team that debuts in the Spring.

Centuries ago, May-Treanor would have been viewed as a God, assuming women were not allowed to participate in

the Greek Ancient Olympiad.

“I just happen to have a gift and I have to remind people that I bleed red, I have to eat to survive, I am no different than anyone else, I just happen to excel in one aspect.”

She was raised by her mother, Barbara May, a tennis coach, and her father, Butch May, a former American volleyball player who competed in the 1968 Summer Olympics.

Both were coaches at Santa Monica College during her childhood years when she was able to run freely on the college courts.

May-Treanor finished her career with three world championships, an NCAA National championship and 112 tournament wins, according to teamusa.org.

She said the most difficult challenge in her life has been dealing with the death of her mother in 2002.

“It’s like you lost part of your heart. She didn’t get to see me in my success. I had to walk down and get my diploma from Long Beach State five days after she passed

away. She’s never got to see me compete at the games I was successful at, she didn’t get to walk me down the aisle and see me get married.”

She has also faced struggles with a history of alcoholism and abuse in her family, as well as a sexual assault encounter during college.

When it came to dealing with her injuries, she said listening to her physical therapist and surrounding herself with supportive people was essential to her success.

“I don’t look at this job as a coaching job, I look at it as a mentorship. My main job is to get them through school, they need their education,” she said to express her gratitude for being able to work at LBCC. Along with her participation at the college, her husband and former professional baseball catcher Matt Treanor, 40, will be attending LBCC, she said. College will be new to the former catcher, since he was drafted as a high school player in 1994.

When asked by a student in Patrick McKean’s class about her greatest accomplishment, she said, “My daughter (Malia).

SAY CHEESE: Misty May-Treanor, left, takes selfie with Melissa Fuentes, journalism student, during a surprise classroom visit Tuesday, Sept. 6, at the LAC.

Nothing is better than being a mom. It makes everything less important.”

Also, receiving her master’s in athletic administration and pushing the sport of volleyball to the forefront were listed as other great achievements.

When asked what volleyball meant to her she said, “Volleyball is about family and team.”

FOCUS

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September 15, 2016

Lissette Mendoza/Viking MEET AND GREET: Puente Club Treasurer Yesenia Ochoa, 19, Vice President Jocelyn Reyes, 20, and Secretary Vanity Pineda, 21, seated from left, talk to a student at Join-A-Club Day at the PCC on Tuesday, Sept. 6.

PCC welcomes variety of club-goers

By Lissette Mendoza Photo editor @chingonapicosa The PCC enjoyed a quality turnout at its Join-A-Club day on Tuesday, Sept. 6, on the Lawn next to the newly constructed GG Building.

Students were welcomed with a variety of clubs and organizations along with free food and live entertainment provided by band, The Kraze.

Tables and canopies were lined up with clubs including the Horticulture Club, the Comic Creators Club and The Puente Club, along with social-service organizations such as Ladies of Athena and The Order of

Thor.

Representatives from the Student Success Centers, the Career Center, Student Support Services, the Health Service Center, Student Life and Veterans Services also displayed materials.

Athena, which has been around since 1999, participate in social work, bonding events such as camping, bonfires and sports events, and volunteer work with organizations including Long Beach and Los Angeles Gay Pride, the Red Cross and homeless shelters.

Vanessa Mendoza, majoring in Sociology, and member of Ladies of Athena, said, “We do whatever we can to help out to the best of our ability.”

Qualifications to join Athena include attending LBCC and a GPA above 2.0, followed by a “getting to know you process.”

The Puente Club aims to create support for students transferring to a university by providing them with information about campus resources, Financial Aid and scholarships as well as creating mentors for the community through social and cultural awareness and activism.

Yesenia Ochoa, 19, and treasurer of the Puente Club, said, “Although it was initially geared towards Latinos, anyone is welcome to join.”

LBCC Student Health Services representatives were also present, providing plenty of information regarding their free

primary-care services, which include urgent care, UTI testing, pregnancy tests and birth control counseling.

Offices offer below-market costs services including immunizations, physical exams and prescription discounts.

Free Mental Health Services at both PCC and LAC provide short-term counseling that can help in dealing with anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relationship issues. Support groups, workshops and crisis intervention are also available.

Derek Oriee, Student Activities adviser at PCC, and organizer of the event, said it got busiest around noon. Oriee, who is currently working his 15th year at LBCC, said he “loves his job.”

ous special interests seen with Political Science, Business, Anthropology and Biology Clubs; and to social clubs that contribute the community through volunteer work seen with PNK, Men of Aztlan, Ladies of Athena and The Order of Thor.

Students were provided with career advancement opportunities with the Entrepreneur Club and American Criminal Justice Association. According to Entrepreneur Club President Michael Arentz, the establishment of the campus faction allows for “innovative thinkers and professionals to come together and help one-another expand creative business ideas.”

In helping LBCC students prepare for a law-enforcement career, Club Vice President Abraham Soto, emphasized, “It’s important that we prepare new officers who are coming in to be educated and professional.

In addition, student clubs present at the event, services throughout the campus and Los Angeles County were on hand to inform students of easy, free access to such institutions.

While LBCC’s Student Health Services representatives spread awareness of easy-access STD prevention methods, delegates from the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health attributed their attendance to the large percentage of students neglecting the help of their college’s mental health services let alone that of the LA County’s department of mental health.

Representatives from the library technology and journalism programs attended Join-a-Club day to present students with potential academic and career plans.

Robin Anicete, the LAC Club Senate president who also serves as the spokesperson and chairman to the many clubs on

campus, was this semester’s leader responsible for organizing Join-a-Club Day. Anicete said the event is “78 percent better,” with organizations such as the Spotlight Theater Club finding itself with several pages of potential members compared to the semester prior, something which Anicete attributes to meticulous planning and logistics.

From something as simple as more free food and festive music contributing to a high spirited atmosphere, to a larger presence of student leadership and professionalism.

Anicete found many students continued to explore booths and stands as the day went on, even after the event was moved from one quad to another at 3 p.m.

Interactivity, ‘enrichment’ found in clubs

By Denny Han Staff writer @dennyh_

LAC’s Join-a-Club Day was hosted Thursday Sept. 8, on the front quad, in a joint effort between LBCC’s Associated Student Body and the Office of Student Life to encourage interactivity among incoming and returning students.

Thomas Roesh, president of the Alpha Gama Sigma Honor Society, praised the presence of the two dozen-plus student clubs and organizations for their “enrichment of cooperation” as well as the emphasis on students “discovering ways to make the most fun out of their college experience.”

The diverse student population was well-represented, from the Christians on Campus and Black Student Union; to vari-

CALENDAR

September 15, 2016 SPORTS Women's cross country SoCal Preview Brubaker Invitational

at Irvine Regional Park, Orange Friday, Sept. 16, 11 a.m.

IMPORTANT DATES

Men’s cross country SoCal Preview Brubaker Invitational

5 ART EXHIBIT

HK Zamani’s “Past, Present, Future.

A Survey” and Rodney Tsukashima’s “Something Old, Something New. Works In Clay 1990 And 2016” LBCC Gallery in K100 Through Thursday, Oct. 6

Gallery hours are Monday and Thursday

at Irvine Regional Park, Orange

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday

Fall Semester

Friday, Sept. 16, noon

Last 8-week courses begin

Women’s soccer at Taft

12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Parking is available for $2 anytime in Lots such as C, D, E, F in unmarked spots.

Aug. 29-Dec. 17 Monday, Oct. 24

Flex Day (no classes)

Tuesday, September 20

Fall Graduation applications due Friday, September 30

Veterans Day (college closed) Friday, Nov. 11

Thanksgiving Holiday (college closed)

Friday-Sunday Nov.24-27

Last day to return fall textbook rentals December 16

VIKING VOYAGER SHUTTLE Students attending classes on PCC and LAC, can ride the Viking Voyager campus-to-campus shuttle for free.

Shuttle times (departs every 30 minutes): Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

Last shuttle departs at 9p.m.

Fridays only: 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Fridays and Saturdays: 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Last shuttle departs at 2:30 p.m.

For more information, call parking services at (562) 938-4797

DISABLED STUDENT SERVICES PCC and LAC Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m.-noon PCC: (562) 938-3921 LAC: (562) 938-4558

Friday, Sept. 16, noon

vs. Canyons

Friday, Sept. 23, 4 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2 p.m.

Men’s Soccer vs. L.A. Mission

Friday, Sept. 16, 4 p.m.

vs. Canyons

Wednesday, Sept. 21, 4 p.m.

at L.A. Harbor

Tuesday, Sept. 27, 4 p.m.

Women’s Volleyball vs. Imperial Valley Friday, Sept. 16, noon

vs. Ventura

Wednesday, Sept 21, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.

at L.A. Trade-Tech

Friday, Sept. 23, 6 p.m.

vs. L.A. Harbor

Wednesday, Sept 28, 6 p.m.

Women’s Water Polo vs. Golden West at Riverside Saturday, Sept. 17, 8:50 a.m.

vs. Citrus at Riverside City College Saturday, Sept. 18, 3:20 p.m.

vs. Rio Hondo

Wednesday, Sept. 21, 3 p.m.

at East Los Angeles

Wednesday, Sept. 28, 3 p.m.

Men’s water polo vs. Rio Hondo

Wednesday, Sept. 21, 4:15 p.m.

Men’s football at Moorpark

Saturday, Sept. 18, 6 p.m.

vs. Canyons

FOOD COURT

All meetings are Fridays at 8:30 a.m.

Fall Semester Hours

September 23, PCC GG 238

Monday-Thursday: 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

September 30, LAC T-1100

Friday 7:00 a.m.-2 p.m.

October 7, PCC GG 238

Grill closes at 6:30 p.m.

October 14, LAC T-1100

LIBRARY

at L.A. Harbor

Saturday, 24, 6 p.m.

ASB CABINET

For more information, please visit: lbcc. edu/artphoto/gallery.

PCC

Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-9 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Sunday: Closed

LAC

Monday-Thursday: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Friday: 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Sunday: Closed

CONCERT “The Music Scholarship Concert” LAC Auditorium

Sunday, Oct. 16, at 2 p.m.

Free parking in Lots D, E and F

POLICE SERVICES The Long Beach Police Department serves LBCC with issues regarding security, lost and found items, thefts or other crimes.

Evening safety escorts available for students and employees at LAC and PCC. (562) 938-4910 or (562) 435-6711 to report a crime or arrange a safety escort lbcc.edu/BusinessSupport/emergencytextalerts

ACADEMIC COUNSELING PCC and LAC Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Online counseling may be scheduled at lbcc.edu/counseling.

OPINION

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EDITORIAL

Coaches, alumni inspire success Athletes and coaches from LBCC have made their marks in professional sports over the years from the NFL to the MLB to the NBA to the Olympics thanks to the coaches.

The deep roots in athletics goes back 88-years and, according to LBCC’s athletics web site, the college has captured 16 national titles and 89 state titles among other achievements, since its first state title in 1928. The site also accredits the college with the first intramural program at a Junior College level in the US beginning in the late 1920s.

Most recently the college has had a former coach and a current coach win gold in the Rio Summer Olympics. In the Summer, LBCC also gained a volleyball coach who is a 3-time Olympic gold medalist. And an alumnus was also drafted to the Texas Rangers.

Chris Oeding, water polo and swim-

ming coach at the college since 2000, was on the coaching staff for the USA women’s water polo team in Rio helping the team win gold. Oeding was on the USA men’s water polo team in the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games, when the team placed seventh, and the 2000 Sydney Olympic games where the team placed sixth according to the LBCC’s athletic site.

Former water polo assistant coach at LBCC Courtney Mathewson won gold medals on team USA women’s water polo in the 2012 London Olympics and the 2016 Rio Olympics. Mathewson started on Oeding’s coaching staff in 2012 after the London Olympics and stayed for two seasons at LBCC. The new director of volleyball operations is also the coach for women’s indoor volleyball and LBCC’s newest addition to sports, women’s beach volleyball. The 3-time Olympic gold medalist in beach

volleyball, Misty May-Treanor, began the position in July.

In June, LBCC baseball pitcher Tai Tiedemann was drafted by the Texas Rangers and became the highest-drafted player from LBCC in the last 20 years. He was selected in the 8th round, 249th overall.

The achievements of the coaches and the alumni undoubtedly serve to inspire current LBCC athletes and others at the college to continue striving for her or his biggest dreams. The coaches and alumni with all of her or his successes are not some larger-than-life beings. They walk the campus. They park beside us. And those in athletic programs at LBCC are lucky to be taught by them.

Support the athletes and thank a LBCC coach. Root for the home team. Go Vikings, never stop reaching for the gold.

CITY VIEWS

“What are your thoughts about the state Assembly’s vote to ban smoking on Community College and CSU campuses by 2018?”

By Carlos Ochoa and Jeff Dahlquist at the PCC and LAC on Monday, Sept. 12.

Edward Hibee, 22, Radiology major “I don’t think we should idolize smoking, so no.”

Fifonsi Jenkins, 34, Pharmacy major “It is a way for students to calm down, life is stressful.”

David Liner, 18, Anthropology major “I think we should have some designated areas.”

Dean Gadberry, 18,

Sit or stand, respect free speech

“Attitudes are made of tough stuff,” I was reminded by a history teacher and it’s clearer than ever the attitudes of Americans are split on this topic and everyone has a The controversy involving San Fran- unique stance on it. cisco 49ers backup QB Colin But whether you are for or Kaepernick and his kneeling against his gesture of kneeling during the National Anthem during the National Anthem, is rippling through our nation. you must respect the audacity On Sept. 11 and 12, adof Kaepernick as he reintroditional NFL players showed duces a conversation on free support by raising their fists, speech, sports culture and the repeating history and igniting topic of police brutality and memories of the 1968 Summer discrimination in America.

Olympics, when then-athletes We should not shun peoTommie Smith and John Carple who use their celebrity to Carlos Ochoa los raised their fists in solidarcause controversy, but rathity against racial injustice in er, we should shun those who America. wish to obscure domestic abuse, rape and

Editor in Chief: Hayley Hart @hayleylhart Managing Design Editor: Joshua Miller @joshua_miller8 Managing News Editor: Denise Jones @DeniseJonesLBCC Opinion Editor: Carlos Ochoa @carlosochoala Sports Editor: Rueben Strickland @riselbcc Online & Social Media Editor: Jeff Dahlquist @jdahlasign Photo and Images Editor: Lissette Mendoza @chingonapicosa News Editor: Fantacie Jackson @_fantaciejm Calendar Editor: Anthony Johnson @anthonydaviking Chief Copy Editor: Susan Usas @suzyq_445 Citystyle Editor: Genesis Campano @gkimcampano Staff: Jazmin Aguayo Erin Asis Eddie Diaz Denny Han Joseph Herrera Darrell James Patty Miramontes Deborah Salazar Adviser Patrick McKean Photo and Online Adviser Chris Viola Retired Photo Adviser Jim Truitt Advertising Manager Denise Jones

undecided major

“People will just smoke in the streets and make a mess.”

COMMENTARY

By Carlos Ochoa Opinion editor @carlosochoaLA

VIKING NEWS

murder cases and convictions in the NFL. One side argues it is the right of an American to have free speech, which I stand with. I believe people should be able to voice their opinions to fix the system.

Also, people follow sports because they want to watch sports, not politics.

Kaepernick should be criticized for not taking the protest to another level. He has displayed his initial protest. Now he needs to use his spotlight to talk about specific solutions or even other pressing issues about inequality.

Students and athletes should choose to respect all ideas and support good character above competition. Whether you agree with Kaepernick. It is important to respect him for putting his career on the line for others.

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SPORTS

September 15, 2016

Vikings start season at 1-1 Stadium restored Team expected to drop in rankings due to loss against Saddleback.

By Darrell James Staff writer @darrelljames_

The Vikings conquered the Pasadena Lancers, 41-14, in the teams’ season opener Saturday, Sept. 3, on the new turf field at Veterans Stadium.

They came up short in the following game Saturday, Sept. 10, losing on the road to Saddleback 37-33.

The Vikings visit Moorpark on Saturday, Sept. 17, at 6 p.m.

After the win, sophomore linebacker Jared Utupo said, “We came out and played well, but we have to keep improving. Watching film, studying Saddleback

and fixing simple mistakes from tonight is the focus now.”

Freshman quarterback Jake Meier finished with five touchdown passes and 312 passing yards. Meier found freshman wide receiver Cedric Byrd for a touchdown early in the first quarter, then connected with sophomore wide receiver Jaylen Watson later in the quarter for a 14-0 lead over Pasadena. Meier also finished the game with 27 rushing yards.

Freshman running back Rodedrick Ashford rushed for 61 yards on eight carries with his longest run reaching 23 yards.

Along with Ashford’s rushing efforts backup running back Jason Floyd carried the ball eight times for 55 yards.

Ashford said, “We have a lot of great backs. We have just have to keep working with our line and get stronger as we go. If we can throw the ball we can also run it.”

On defense, freshman defensive end Scotty Fao and sophomore lineman Mar-

cus Reynolds each recorded a sack for a 10-yard loss. Freshman Elijah Bynum also completed a sack for a 17-yard loss.

Abedayo Sorekum led the Vikings with six tackles, with one tackle resulting in a 2-yard loss.

Viking coach Brett Peabody said after the Pasadena game “We did some good things tonight but we have to play a lot better as we continue the season. We have the talent. It’s just our job to put it together now.”

On Saturday, Sept. 10 the Vikings took on Saddleback looking to get revenge against the Gauchos after last year’s SoCal regional playoff game. The Vikings took a commanding 24-7 lead to open the game with an 85-yard connection between Meier and Watson, a 92-yard kick return by freshmen Justin Combs, and sophomore running back Tyree Harris found the end zone on a hand off, but LBCC lost.

VIKES STRIKE

Photo by Lissette Mendoza/Viking HITTING THE COURT: LBCC’S women’s volleyball team defeated Southwestern and San Diego Mesa with scores of 3-0 at home Saturday, Sept. 3.

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Field and track renewed with $1 million project.

By Darrell James Staff writer @darrelljames_

Students and visitors of the LAC can now look forward to a newly renovated field and Veterans Stadium to begin the Fall semester.

Artificial turf has been added to the Viking football field with turf resurfacing on the track. The project cost $1 million and was taken from the Stadium reserve fund, associate director of public relations and marketing Stacey Toda said.

Viking freshman linebacker Jalal Thomas said, “It makes you perform at your highest level once you come out here to practice or compete. It also helps keep that Viking pride.”

Freshman defensive linemen, Abedayo Soremekun said, “My old school didn’t have this. The field feels great to play on.”

Construction for the updates began June 18 and continued throughout the Summer until completion Friday, Aug. 26.

Field Turf, a synthetic turf manufacturer specializing in projects relating to turf resurfacing and installation, was hired to complete to project, which included providing materials needed for football field installation and track resurfacing.

The old turf was installed in 2004.

The turf is usually replaced after 10 years, though with good maintenance, it was able to go an extra two years, Toda said.

“The new field in is about an inch thicker than the old field and the quality is better. “We are excited about the new field and how it will help the student learning experience here at LBCC,” Toda said.

Building P is scheduled to undergo renovations starting in the Spring and the Auditorium, Building J, is scheduled for a renovation starting in the Summer.

CITY SPORTS MEN’S WATER POLO

The LBCC men’s water polo team won, 26-3, in its first home game of the season against Los Angeles Tech on Wednesday, Sept. 7.

The team had its hopes high early in the game as the Vikes maintained a comfortable lead throughout.

Tammi Harker, who attended to cheer on her son, Chaz Harker, said, “There’s been great teamwork and excellent endurance as well as amazing defense. Every player guarded his opponent very closely, making it difficult for the other team to make a goal.”

Viking Gavin Kunkle said, “It was a great way to start off the season with lots of motivation.”

LBCC coach Chris Oeding said, “It was our first conference home game, and it’s important because we’re defending a women’s and men’s championship title. This victory is a great way to start the season.”

The team played at El Camino on Wednesday, Sept. 14.

MEN’S SOCCER

The Viking men’s soccer team got the season started at its home field with a draw of 0-0 against Orange Coast on Tuesday, Sept. 6, after fans screamed with enthusi-

asm as LBCC ran on to the field.

Vikings coach Cameron Beaulac entered the field by greeting the referees with a smile, showing respect for the game.

Yellow cards were thrown down in the first 45 minutes before half time.

Fancy footwork and airbound positions were on display by LBCC’s Evair Marin.

The Vikings’ next game will be at 4 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 16, against Los Angeles Mission at home.

WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL

LBCC’s women’s volleyball team has started its season with a 4-2 record. The Vikes opened against Southwestern and

San Diego Mesa, winning both matches with scores of 3-0 on Saturday, Sept. 3, in the Hall of Champions Gym. The Vikings defeated Southwestern in all three sets, 25-14, 25-8, 25-18, and San Diego Mesa, 25-20, 25-21, 25-18.

The Vikes suffered their first loss at Cerritos against Mira Costa, 3-2. However, LBCC came back, defeating Orange Coast , 3-0, and Victor Valley, also 3-0.

LBCC had another loss on Saturday, Sept. 10, against Cypress at Cerritos, 3-2.

The Vikes are coached by Misty May.

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Darrell James/Viking Freshman defensive back Kwentin Polk returns an interception alongside sophomore defensive back DeMonte King during the Vikings’ season-opening 41-14 win against Pasadena on Saturday, Sept. 3.