Viking News- Issue 3 - Fall 2016

September 29, 2016 · Volume 90, Issue 3 · Published Since 1927

PROP. 64 ROLLS ONTO CALIFORNIA BALLOT - Elections, page 2

Stories from the blood drive Campus demographics

- News, page 6

- Focus, page 8-9

Theatre presents "All in the Timing"

- Citystyle, page 10

Graphic by Joshua Miller/Viking/@joshua_miller8

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NEWS

September 29, 2016

Oct. 24 deadline nears for voters

by Jazmin Aguayo Staff writer

To be eligible to vote for the presidential election, Tuesday, Nov. 8, voters must apply before Monday, Oct. 24.

According to the website the deadline to register or register to vote for any election is 11:59:59 p.m. Pacific Time on the 15th calendar day before that election.

Some of the reasons people give when questioned why they do not vote is because they think the registration process is difficult or do not have time to complete a registration form and others think their vote is not important.

According to ballotpedia.org, 17 measures will be put before California voters

in the election. State voters will decide on marijuana legalization, gun control, healthcare, repealing or altering the death penalty, tobacco taxes and other issues.

“The presidential nominees had a role in my decision to not register to vote,” Miah Mendoza, 19, a psychology major, said. “I did not think my vote would change the outcome because I did not like any of the candidates.”

The requirements to be eligible to vote in California are to be at least 18 years old, a resident of California and a citizen of the U.S. The print application form to register is available to pick up at any Department of Motor Vehicles office, post offices, public libraries and government offices. People

may request to have an application mailed by calling the county’s election office.

Registering to vote doesn’t require a paper application and the need to send it by mail anymore. Now online submissions are faster and do not require a stamp.

Cohen Vega, 19, a business major, said, “It’s my civic duty to vote, to help my nation pick its leaders for the future, I registered online as an American Independent online because I thought it was more efficient.”

To register online, the required information to be filled out on the application is on the Secretary of State’s Register to Vote website. A California’s driver’s license or identification card, the last four digits of the voter’s Social Security number and birth date are required.

If someone doesn’t have a driver’s license or identification card, they can still complete the online form, but will be required to complete an online interview before the registration deadline or print a pre-filled application to sign and send to the county election office.

The online application is available in 10 languages including Spanish, Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese.

If people decide to change their political party preference, they are required to re-register to vote.

Voters in the state also will choose a new U.S. senator and all Congressional seats will be decided. Los Angeles County voters will pick a new supervisor.

Trump and Clinton are criticized

by Gleb Perch Staff writer @GPLBCC

UP IN SMOKE: Glass rigs are on display at The Pipe King, a smoke shop at 5912 Del Amo Blvd. in Lakewood. Glass rigs, also known as "dab rigs," are water pipes used for smoking marijuana in a concentrated or "wax" form.

Alum comments on Prop. 64

Story and photo

by Lissette Mendoza Photo and image editor @chingonapicosa

California’s Proposition 64 would legalize the recreational use of marijuana for people ages 21 and older.

When talking about if campus life in a state where marijuana is legalized is different from than attending LBCC, Marcy Lopez, 25, a former student at LBCC and current student at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs, said, “I haven’t encountered people smoking marijuana on campus,” which she believes is due to the fact that “even though it’s legal, it’s still looked down upon.

“UCCS does have designated smoking areas in which more often than not people are smoking cigarettes. However, when you go to downtown like Denver, people are out there walking around smoking and getting high and cops don’t say anything, which is definitely a difference from Long Beach.”

If the new law passes, California will be the fifth state to legalize recreational marijuana usage, joining states like Colorado and Washington.

According to norml.org, a website working to reform marijuana laws, marijuana is only now legally available in California for medical use to patients who are 18 and older and have a medical marijuana identification card or a recommendation from a doctor stating why they need medicinal marijuana.

People who aren’t medical-marijuana patients can be charged fines of $100 and above, depending on how much pot is in possession and whether the people showed intent to distribute, the website said.

Regarding Prop. 64 having an impact on LBCC’s students, Michael Biggs, department head of public services, professor of administration of justice and former police lieutenant, said, “I don’t think it will have much impact on the college because students know that they can’t be on campus under the influence. I think they would

use the same common sense toward that as they would towards alcohol.”

LBCC Trustee Vivian Malauulu said, “I would do some research on Prop.64” and Police Lt. Darren Davenport did not reply.

If Prop. 64 passes, the state would place a possession limit of up to 28.5 grams, a little over an ounce of marijuana flower and 8 grams of concentrated marijuana, and up to six marijuana plants for cultivation.

Prop. 64, also referred to as the California Marijuana Legalization Initiative, would tax the growth and sale of marijuana. According to capradio.org, California’s Department of Finance has estimated that California would bring in over $1 billion annually in legal marijuana taxes.

The taxes would be used to cover the costs of future medical marijuana studies, public-health programs that educate youth to prevent and treat serious substance abuse, updated drug education and training of new protocols for law enforcement and grants for community-based nonprofits, according to yeson64.org.

With about 40 days left before Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 8, LBCC students gave their thoughts on the candidates for president.

While most students interviewed expressed a dislike of Republican Donald Trump, little enthusiasm was shown for Hillary Clinton’s candidacy. “I see valid points on both sides,” said Ta-Tanisha Towner, 23, a sociology major.

“Both are awful. But I’d rather have someone straight up instead of someone willing to do anything to get elected,” Towner said.

Undeclared major Alec Richardson, 21 said, “I would vote for Trump. Hillary Clinton has so many scandals to her name that it’s unbelievable. We need someone brutally honest to lead our country. “Either way, we’re (fudged).”

Another undeclared major, Daisy Campos, 20, said, “I’m voting for Hillary. She is definitely the better choice. Honestly, I don’t like her. But just compared to Trump, she is much better.”

Daniel Garcia, 17, an undeclared major, said, “I don’t support either, but I won’t be old enough to vote anyway. Both are crazy populists, just saying stuff to get votes. Both are hated, but I wonder who’s hated more.

She spent $100 million in ads yet she’s not winning. Anyway, I’m glad to sit this one out.”

September 29, 2016

Murder hearing delayed

by Erin Asis Staff writer @erin_ais The preliminary court hearing in the case of murdered LBCC student Alicia Todd was delayed from Sept. 14.

Todd was majoring in social work and Alicia Todd was murdered in June 2015. Long Beach Police Department arrested Todd’s estranged boyfriend Tremaine Lewis, 24, on Feb. 18, 2016.

The defendant appeared in court Feb. 15 and did not enter a plea. Presiding Judge Tomson Ong postponed Lewis’s arraignment to March 7, when Lewis entered a plea of not guilty. Bail was set at $2 million.

Police officially charged him with murder Feb. 22. Officers suspected Lewis as he was the last person seen with Todd on the night she was killed.

In January, the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors offered a $10,000 reward for any information pertaining to the case.

NEWS

Aid policies navigated Understanding how Financial Aid works may help students achieve educational goals through support.

by Johnny Parker Staff writer Over the years, students and parents have had questions on the requirements to receive Financial Aid at colleges and universities.

Financial Aid is a government funded program that helps assist students by covering their tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies and as well as transportation.

LBCC, student Solomon Johnson, 19, a history major, voiced an opinion Monday, Sept. 5, on the Financial Aid system: “I feel every student should receive Financial Aid and Financial Aid should be based on the student’s income not the parents’ of the student.”

Students ask many questions around college campuses about the aid. They ask how they can apply, how they qualify and how much money they receive.

The fasfa.ed.gov website shows the requirements needed to qualify for Financial Aid. Students must be a citizen or eligible non-citizen of the U.S. They must have a valid Social Security number. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Students must be enrolled full-time taking at minimum 12 units and maintain a C average, according to the website. They also must be free of school debt.

Marquis Godfrey, 19, a criminal justice major and a Cal State Dominguez Hills basketball player, said Saturday, Sept. 3, “Financial Aid is important because college is expensive, especially for student-athletes.

We don’t have the time that most college students have to go out and get a job because we have games, practice, film, weights, as well as study hall.

It takes up majority of the day so Financial Aid is helpful because it provides us with money for food, living expenses as well as school supplies.”

The student also said the amount of Financial Aid they receive should not be based of the income of their parents.

Godfrey added, “It’s not fair to students that it’s based off their parents’ income because there are many students with parents that have an income considered over the

limit to receive Financial Aid.” The policies state if they are male, they must be registered to military selective service if they are not on active duty in the armed forces.

Applicants must not have a conviction for the possession or selling of illegal drugs while on Financial Aid. It is not stated how much aid applicants are qualified to receive until they complete their application.

Once the application is complete, students will have an appointment with a Financial Aid adviser.

Advisers will tell students if they will receive aid and how much they will receive, officials said.

Students have also had some complaints about the amount of Financial Aid they receive and some are upset they don’t receive any at all.

Students wanting to see if they can receive help paying for their college expenses may go on-line to fasfa.ed.gov and may apply.

If students want to attend college and recieve Financial Aid for the 2017- 18 school year, they may apply for Financial Aid begining Saturday, Oct. 1, through June 30, 2018.

Meanwhile the LBCC scholarshiop deadline is Thursday, Dec. 8, at 4 p.m.

DSPS extends support

by Erin Asis Staff writer @erin_ais The Disabled Student Program and Services at LBCC offers services for students who need extra assistance in receiving their education.

The office offers volunteer note-takers aimed for students who struggle in taking notes during lecture, sign-language interpreters and adapted physical education courses. A private area is positioned for test-taking, with extended time if necessary. For students who use the private area for testing, the DSPS office has four test proctors who retrieve the student’s test from the professor and then administer the exam.

Students in the program have access to priority registration, assistance in signing up for classes and are able to take placement exams in the private testing rooms with extended time.

The computer lab is known as the Hi-Tech center, where students have access to computers, e-books, audio book versions of

class materials and get assistance if their laptop or cell phone isn’t functioning properly.

The counselors with the program are trained in academic counseling and personal counseling. “DSPS has helped me in so many ways, there are amazing counselors who assist the students in as many ways as possible,” said a student who wished to remain anonymous due to the student’s disability.

Carmen Delgado, a communications major who also works in the DSPS office, said, “The counselors here provide academic and personal counseling to DSPS students, we have sign-language interpreters and for students who need them, we offer e-book and audio versions of textbooks in our Hi-Tech center.”

Any student wishing to receive more information about the services may call (562) 938- 3921 for the PCC or (562) 9384558 for the LAC or go to GG107 for the PCC or Building A1134 at the LAC. The hours for both offices are Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to noon.

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September 29, 2016

Promise helps neighborhood survivor Story and photo

by Joseph Herrera Staff writer @josephherrera91

KEEPING THE PROMISE: Alumna Dominique Vera, 23, smiles after her speech about the College Promise which she received a standing ovation at the Hotel Maya on Thursday, Sept. 22.

Long Beach community members and elected officials celebrated eight years of the Long Beach College Promise at the Hotel Maya on Thursday, Sept 22.

With success stories on every spectrum, LBCC alumna Dominique Vera is one of them.

“Now the marketing and events specialist at Tech Relation Company, Vera reflected on her upbringing and how the promise had a large impact: “Growing up, life was not easy for us. I saw little of my mother who worked constantly to support my two sisters and me. As a young girl, it was hard.

I was afraid to walk in my own neighborhood or even play outside, but I could always rely on my education. As a Promise student, I was identified as gifted.

“College was my way out. It was an opportunity to achieve the American Dream.”

As hot coffee and snacks were served, Mayor Robert Garcia opened the celebra-

tion praising the accomplished promises that the program has offered.

Launched in 2008, the Long Beach Promise is committed to helping all Long Beach Unified Districts students to achieve a college credential or degree.

Fourth and 5th grade elementary students are given opportunity to take college tours and middle-school students and their parents sign a College Promise pledge. The student pledge encourages students to prepare for college and careers by “behaving like a scholar.”

In return, the College Promise ensures Financial Aid assistance, including making the first semester tuition free at LBCC.

The podium was turned to Lou Anne Bynum, LBCC executive vice president of College advancement and Economic Development, who gave thanks to the Promise and discussed the opportunities that the Global Logistics Academy at Cabrillo High School, which allowed college freshmen to pursue a career at the Port of Long Beach.

Jane Conoley, president of Cal State Long Beach spoke at the event, giving details of the success that Cal State had wit-

nessed: “Since the inception of Long Beach College Promise, there has a 71 percent increase in enrollment of Long Beach Unified students into Cal State. Not only are we admitting students, but we are graduating more students than ever.”

LBCC President Eloy Oakley said, “It is a great pleasure to be to celebrate this.

I also want to take the opportunity to say there has been a lot of talk of College Promise programs throughout California.

Well there are now 23 College Promise programs in California.”

In April, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced an L.A. College Promise to start in Fall 2017, covering first year tuition for L.A. Unified graduates. The Promise reached a national level, when President Obama proposed that if qualified, the first two years at a Community College will be tuition-free.

The event was a complete success on the 1-year anniversary of contract worker Jose Barragan, who suffered major head trauma while hanging from the LAC Auditorium for the event and later died as a result from the injuries.

LBCC alumnus discusses life in new book thing from breaking news to city events.

He elevated his goal of being a writer when he was assigned to column writer for the Press-Telegram.

Garcia said, “I’ve been reading Tim Grobaty as a columnist in the Press-TeleDelighted to make an appearance, gram for as long as I’ve been in Long Beach.

LBCC alumnus and Long Beach Press-Tele- I’ve been in the city for little over 20 years gram columnist Tim Grobaty was the spot- and Tims always been part of Long Beach.” light for the launch of Long Beach Mayor The book intertwines an assortment Robert Garcia’s Book Club discussing his of columns printed in the Press-Telegram, latest book, “I’m Dyin’ Here: A Life in Pa- story inspirations and a brief commentary per,” on Wednesday, Sept. 14, at the Beverly on the transition between printed news and O’Neill Theater. the use of the Internet. It also includes a huAbout 150 people lined up around 5:30 morous column detailing Grobaty’s stay at p.m., holding copies written by the Long run down motel along the desolated strip Beach native, with expectation of receiv- of Pacific Coast Highway. “Where someone ing a book signing. As the lights dimmed, most likely will get killed,” Grobaty said.

Garcia welcomed Grobaty to the stage with Grobaty hasn’t forgot about his Viking question-filled index cards. Most of the re- roots. A box containing copies of the book sponses from Grobaty were humorous and arrived at the Viking newsroom. Journalinsightful. ism students expressed their gratitude to Grobaty, a graduate of Wilson High the newsroom veteran and mayor, filling school, attended LBCC from 1973 to 1976, out a large thank-you card. where he wrote for the Viking student When asked how does it feel a part of newspaper. He applied at the Press-Tele- Long Beach history, Grobaty said, “It’s a gram with a few credits short of graduation. great feeling. I feel like I’ve become a part He was hired as a copy boy, used for of the city’s lore.” odd jobs such as switching out ink ribStaff writer Deborah Salazar, 54, a combons on old typewriters, taking out the munications major, said, “I haven’t read it garbage and picking up the editor’s wife at quite yet, but I am excited to. I think it’s the airport. He received a small compen- amazing he hasn’t forgot where he came sation and ate unfinished meals thrown from.” away from reporters. With persistence, he Grobaty earned a rare honorary degree moved to write as a reporter, covering any- from LBCC in June.

Story and photo

by Joseph Herrera Staff writer @josephherrera91

‘I’M DYIN’ HERE’: Tim Grobaty signed books and made conversation at an appearance on Wednesday, Sept. 14, at the Beverly O’Neill Theater in Long Beach.

NEWS

September 29, 2016

GUITAR TUNES

Cabinet welcomes new members

By Carlos Ochoa Staff writer @CarlosOchoaLA\

Joshua Miller/Viking/@joshua_miller8 Cameron Bell, 18, an audio engineering major, left, sings with Kyle Davis, 18, a broadcast television major while performing in the Central Quad at the LAC on Tuesday, Sept. 27. The duo said they started playing about two weeks before in the Central Quad. "We just chill out and make music," Bell said.

Grad deadline approaching Sept. 30 deadline nears for students who wish to graduate this semester.

By Johnny Parker Staff writer Students wanting to graduate this Fall must apply by Friday, Sept. 30.

Students may take the necessary steps at the Enrollment Services office in PCC GG102 or LAC A1075.

Broderick Collins, 20, a math major, said, “I can’t wait to graduate and transfer.

I applied to schools in the Bay Area, Cal Berkeley and San Jose State. I’m ready to move on from the Community College system and get the 4-year experience.

“Getting my diploma and walking across the stage is a huge accomplishment for me. It may just be Community College, but I’m the first person in my family to graduate from a higher level of learning than a high school education. So it does make me feel good about myself in that way.”

Damian Foster, 21, an undecided major, said, “Getting a diploma from LBCC is not a big deal for me. I am still trying to decide what I want my major to be when I

transfer, so I’m not going to walk the stage.

Plus in my opinion, receiving an associate of arts degree isn’t going to help me make money or get me a high-paying job so I would rather wait for my bachelor’s. I plan on transferring to USC or UCLA. I am torn between being a music major or an art history major. I love to read, write and play music. I play the piano and guitar in my spare time. As well as studying a lot of art and visiting art museums around the Los Angeles area.”

An Enrollment Services staff member who would not provide a name said, “I hand out two papers to students who feel they qualify for the Fall graduation period.

One paper is the degree or certification application receipt. The other is the application for Fall graduation.

“Students must fill out both forms and turn it back in to the admissions office before Friday, Sept. 30. Students won’t be contacted until the end of the Fall semester. The only time students are contacted early is if there is a problem found in their application or if a transfer graduate needs an evaluation. Evaluation is an electronic transcript sent to the school the student is transferring to.”

Students may call (562) 938-4485 or visit lbcc.edu for more information.

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Adriana Scott was appointed as Associated Student Body treasurer on Friday, Sept 16., but was not available during or after the ASB Cabinet meeting that evening.

Margaret Dizon, 20, was announced as the new representative of athletics in the Cabinet meeting on the PCC on Friday, Sept. 23.

Nursing major Dizon said, “I am really happy and grateful to be here. I look forward to being a part of the ASB Cabinet.”

After the meeting, ASB President Erick Mazariegos and LAC President Joshua Bedolla said she is knowledgeable and well prepared for Cabinet.

Five students gave public interviews during the meeting for the position of representative of athletics at the Cabinet meeting Friday, Sept. 16.

Other students who ran for appointment were Brandon Johnson, a computer science major, Aaron Villareyna, a business management major, Kionna Mau, a business law major, and Michelle Cotton, a human behavior major.

All the students echoed their desire to be representative of athletics at the meeting

on Sept. 16.

When asked by a Cabinet member if she would like to serve in any other role, Dizon said, “I would be a big proponent of social media, so the representative of publicity.”

Villareyna, who attended the meeting Sept. 23, said he was happy to run and is now focused on transferring to U.C. Berkeley for business finance.

The Cabinet also discussed an agenda item on smoke-free and tobacco-free campuses and announced a grant to be used to hire an examiner who will review the effects of smoking at the college this Fall.

Gov. Jerry Brown vetoed a bill that would have banned smoking and use of e-cigarettes on Community College and State University campuses Monday, Sept.

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LAC Vice President Joshua Bedolla on Sept. 23, said, “I don’t smoke, yet I understand it’s a necessity and an area of relief for many and I wouldn’t want to take that away from them.”

The next Cabinet meeting will be the LAC’s T1100 on Friday, Sept. 30 at 8:30 a.m.

Every other Friday, the Cabinet meets at PCC in GG 238.

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NEWS

September 29, 2016

Resources offered for homeless Students in need may use college services to obtain food and personal items.

By Deborah Salazar Staff writer About 58,000 homeless students in the U.S. want an education, but don’t have a place to call home according, to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Students attending LBCC are identified

as homeless but may not be aware of the resources in their communities.

The Long Beach Press-Telegram featured an article on LBCC homeless student Samuel Munoz. The article highlighted obstacles and challenges he experienced as a homeless student.

Some homeless students entered school while homeless and some became homeless while already attending.

If a student should find themselves in the situation of being homeless, they may go to the Student Center at the PCC in GG102 or the LAC in A1075. Resources for

the student are available.

Roberta Maroney, administrative assistant of Student Life and Health at PCC, said, “To learn more about what our school has to offer, stop by student health services department at either of our campuses to inquire.”

Resources for homeless students are found in Long Beach, such as the homeless assistance program.

Program coordinator Marjorie Solorazano said, “We meet with and assist people whenever they are on the streets, encampments, parks, homeless drop-in centers,

shelters, or hospitals.

Solorazano added, “We can offer blankets, help with linking to shelters and emergency housing, help with linking to mental health and substance abuse treatment and assistance applying for benefits we encourage people to come to our drop-in center for additional basic services.”

The Homeless Advocacy Project helps those people who do not have mental illness and can use other resources such as the Long Beach multi-service center.

Helping others with 1 pint at a time

Students cite personal experiences as a reason to donate blood.

By Denny Han Staff writer @dennyh_

The American Red Cross’ blood drive returned to LBCC on Wednesday, Sept. 14 and Thursday, Sept. 15 people to offer students and employees a chance to contribute blood to those in need.

Many students attributed their willingness to donate blood to having been put into a situation where they or a loved one had relied on the medical donations of the community.

When talking about why she wanted to donate blood, Tangikina Moimoi, 27, a human services major, said, “I do it because I can. Because there was a time in my life where I said I couldn’t.”

After making a recovery from her disability five years ago, Moimoi wanted to give back to the community as much as she could and volunteering at the Red Cross is only one of many ways in which she does so while working as an advocate for students with disabilities alongside Disabled Student Program and Services.

When talking about what she may have to say to people considering donating blood, Moimoi said, “Do what little you can because it progresses to something bigger.”

Jordan Morgado, 20, an education major, explained his willingness to give blood as stemming from seeing his mother’s own

struggles: “My mom has this disease where she’s got an iron deficiency in her blood, so I give what I can. I mean, I know it’s not enough, but if it can help somebody you know.”

John Frixione, a volunteer worker with the blood drive, shared a similar sentiment and explained the reasons for his participation in the event as stemming from being a long time blood donor and a military veteran.

“People always need help,” he said. “I just figured that the Red Cross would be a good place to go to give back to the community.

There’s always people in need of blood, I’m just a regular guy trying to contribute in any small way I can.”

While some donors may come from a background of struggle, many more are

simply “ordinary people” wishing to contribute what they can to help those in need.

As Amy Gallagher, 19, a biology major, said, “At first I didn’t want to because I was scared.

But my fear of the needle is less than the fear of those who need the blood.

It’s nice knowing that I could help someone in need and potentially help save a life.”

Angel Cuevas, 18, a computer science major, admitted, “I mostly just wanted to find out my blood type and figured I help some people along the way.”

People who wish to donate blood can contact the American Red Cross at (800) RED-CROSS.

Measure E bond is being put to work for D building Story and photo

by Darrell James Staff Writer @darrelljames_

dramatic face lift. It could also reach out to more students when done.”

Featured updates for the renovation are listed at lbcc.edu. Some updates include new classrooms and lab areas. CosmetBuilding D at the LAC is receiving ic revisions and paint are planned for the renovations aimed to first and second floor, modernize rooms and “The building can use a which cover 17,512 improve the student square feet of the learning experience. dramatic face lift.”

27,000 total.

The $14 million Development of project is being funda second microbiol-Daia Vasquez ed with Measure E Community health major ogy room will be inBonds and began cluded on the second Tuesday, Sept. 12, with construction fences floor, along with new data cables throughset at the building’s south and west wing. out the entire building.

Luis Acuna, 21, a psychology major, The project is also set to create new misaid, “I think it’s good for the school and crobiology, anatomy and physiology classgives the department better resources to rooms along with a science resource center. assist students.”

Additional information regarding the Community health major Daia updates are available at lbcc.edu.

Vasquez, 26, said, “The building can use a

DEVELOPMENT: Construction for D Building started Tuesday, Sept. 12, with fences set at the building’s west side. The $14 million project is being funded by Measure E bonds.

September 29, 2016

CITYSTYLE

Professor returns to exhibit art

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Retired professor encourages the next generation of creative minds to “do it because you like it.”

finding that “sculptures just didn’t appeal to me, and instead,” he favored the use of paints to express his art. Other career paths he would consider include work as either a medical or science illustrator. In time, Tsukashima found and developed his greatest talent in the art of ceramics, graduating from Cal State Long Beach as a ceramics major.

In discussing his process of forming

By Denny Han new ideas for his work, he explained the Staff Writer development for such creativity was best @dennyh_ described as subconscious. Working with the simplest of forms, he ponders, “How The art program has a tradition at am I going to make these shapes work?”

LBCC for hosting exhibitions for retiring Tsukashima went on to say at times, he is employees. Two exhibits are on display even unaware of the influence he draws side-by-side in the K Building’s Art Galupon until the work is finally complete, lery in celebration of sometimes realizformer gallery direc- “As a young person, you ing the creation had tor HK Zamani and spawned from someretired ceramics pro- might not be appreciathing as simple as fessor Rodney Tsu- tive of it, but you put in everyday sights and kashima. the dues and you will enobservations while Tsukashima rewalking down the tired in fall 2014 after joy it.” street. a 3 decade career as After a short a ceramics professor -Rodney Tsukashima break since his rethat started in 1986.

Artist, retired professor tirement, Tsukashima His achievement is has since decided to set up his studio once highlighted by his pottery creations and again to continue his work on ceramic cretheir decade-long evolution in a style that ations. When offering advice for the next derives itself from Chinese and Korean generation of artists, he said, “You do it bevessels. His 3-dimensional, wall-mounted cause you like it. As a young person, you abstract creations draws inspiration from might not be appreciative of it, but you put the works of various abstract artists found in the dues and you will enjoy it.” throughout the 1970s and 1980s. The colThe visiting hours for the Gallery are lection of artworks on display in this exhibThursday, Oct. 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays it, titled “Something Old, Something New,” and Thursdays and noon to 8 p.m. on Tuesis the product of a lifelong passion, and days and Wednesdays. over two decades of work and dedication.

Despite such dedication and passion for his craft, Tsukashima admits in the past he disregarded ceramics as a career path,

Lissette Mendoza/Viking/@chingonapicosa Rodney Tsukashima, a retired LBCC ceramics professor, shows his vessels, which are styled after historic Chinese and Korean pottery, in the LBCC’s LAC Gallery.

COMMENTARY

Lucky Express restaurant offers zesty meal

By Gleb Perch Staff Writer @GPLBCC

LBCC’s Food Court at the LAC and the Cafeteria at the PCC offer fresh-made meals and grab-and-go options, but some students may be looking for something different near the campuses and may not know where to find it, as residential buildings make up most of LBCC’s surroundings.

Luckily, Lucky Express, a Chinese restaurant at 1200 E. Carson St. is located just over 2 miles west of the LAC and 3 miles north of the PCC. Lucky Express is almost between the two campuses. The

restaurant is easy to spot and its large for most college students. Just the sesame front-entrance advertisement for a “buy 3 chicken alone would be enough to provide get 1 free” meal combo.

3-4 people with a satisfying The interior of Lucky Exlunch or dinner. press is clean and inviting, The quality of the food with a traditional Asian déitself was excellent. While cor, including a Chinese wamuch of “Americanized” Chiterfall statue. The staff and nese food tastes the same, the managers are friendly and regardless of which restauaccommodating despite not rant it comes from, Lucky being fluent English speakers.

Express prides itself on being An order of sesame chickspecial. Upon trying the sesaen, rice, and hot and sour me chicken for the first time, soup was around $14. ConI could instantly identify a Gleb Perch sidering the large, family-sized unique zesty flavor that I never portions that could feed 3-4 people, the picked up on in other Chinese restaurants, price seemed reasonable and affordable even when eating sesame chicken at other

locations.

The hot and sour soup was similar, Lucky Express’ unique addition of crab sticks to their soup gives it an undeniably seafood-like taste.

All in all, my experience at Lucky Express was excellent and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys Americanized Chinese cuisine.

If you are a college student dining on a budget and especially if frequently traveling between the colleges’ two campuses, Lucky Express is a must try. In terms of value, taste and uniqueness, Lucky Express is one of Long Beach’s best.

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All in the mastering of timing Cast of the newest theater production spend hours to perfect their craft.

Story and photo

By Joseph Herrera Staff Writer @josephherrera91 Get ready theater lovers! David Ives, “All in the Timing,” a collection of one-act plays, will be presented Thursday, Sept. 29 through Sunday, Oct. 9 in the LBCC Auditorium.

The production is tackling the stage immediately just a few weeks after “The Nerd” made its enjoyable emergence at the dawn of the Fall semester.

Rehearsals and need for theatrical honing is consistent, ranging anywhere from 4 to 10 hours a day. The rapid quick-witted dialogue takes an exhaustive amount of time to execute with skill.

Theater majors Adrian Jones, 21, and Vercylane Bustos, 34, reflected on their scene. The opening act titled “Sure Thing” carries a lengthy conversation of two strangers meeting at a cafe table.

The dialogue begins as a normal short exchange, but a small ring from a bell

makes the mild exchange turn into a complicated and awkwardly warm heart-toheart. One error in timing can blunder the swift dialogue, hence the title “All in the Timing”.

Jones kept patience at mastering the skilled scene: “I definitely hit some bumps in the road, but at least I know where they are.” When talking about how the chemistry is on and off the scene Bustos blurted out with a smile, “Its OK. I mean it could be better.” In another act entitled, “Words, Words, Words”, theater major Makoto Morito, 19, plays a chimpanzee who is locked with two other chimpanzees in a cage by a mad doctor.

The doctor’s idea is that if he locks them in for an infinite amount of time, the chimpanzees will be forced to produce William Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Morito said, “It’s a funny play. It’s my third play here at LBCC and it took a while to get comfortable in front of an audience but now I am pretty comfortable.”

Morito moved from Japan a year ago to study theater and is working to achieve success as an actress.

Written between 1987 and 1993, “All in the Timing” presents six diverse, but hysterical comedies sharing wit, romance and existential themes. The play had its premiere in 1993 and was the winner of the

FUNNY PLAY: Director Anthony Carreiro speaks to the cast members before rehearsal, preparing themselves for opening night of “All in the Timing.”

John Gassner Playwright award Director Anthony Carreiro decided to adapt the fast-timed comedy given the circumstance of previous LBCC productions dealing with social issues. Carreiro said, “Our recent plays this past year dealt with themes like sexism and racism, but now I felt like we have to do something with humor. We are in such a weird political time in our country and everybody has this on

their minds so I wanted to do this production so everybody can get that off their minds.”

Opening night will be Thursday, Sept.

29, so get your tickets, ladies and gentlemen, and take in some laughs. Curtains open at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.

For more information, visit lbcc.edu/ performingarts.

Lone student arrives on scheduled Flex Day off

By Carlos Ochoa Opinion Editor @carlosochoala Students at the LAC who showed up on Flex Day, Tuesday, Sept. 20, got off the bus only to wonder why the campus seemed “so empty and dull today,” said one student who did not want to be mentioned due to the embarrassment.

She took a bus from Poly High School to the PCC, then a shuttle from the PCC to LAC. “I wasted all this time and was stressed out getting to class on time for no reason,” she said.

Although only one student was found, a possibility exists that the confusion happened to more students or teachers.

Either way, students are advised to check for updates from the college in emails and check lbcc.edu for updates on schedules for the campuses.

The campus also sponsored a U.C. transfer admission guarantee or TAG workshop.

U.C. Berkeley and U.C. Santa Barbara admissions officers were available for student questions.

Around 25 students attended between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.

English Department Fall Late-start English classes beginning Oct. 24

CALENDAR

September 29, 2016 CONCERT

“The Music Scholarship Concert” LAC Auditorium Sunday, Oct. 16, at 2 p.m.

General admission $20 Students, staff and seniors $15 Free parking in Lots D, E and F

LIBRARY

Banned books week IMPORTANT DATES Fall Semester

PCC& LAC Library

Wednesday, Sept. 28-Saturday, Oct. 1

THEATER

Aug. 29-Dec. 17

Last 8-week courses begin Monday, Oct. 24

Fall graduation applications due Friday, Sept. 30

Veterans Day (college closed) Friday, Nov. 11

Thanksgiving Holiday (college closed)

Friday-Sunday Nov. 24-27

Last day to return fall textbook rentals Friday, Dec. 16

VIKING VOYAGER SHUTTLE Students attending classes on the 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

PCC AND LAC FOOD COURT Fall Semester Hours Monday-Thursday: 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

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

Grill closes at 6:30 p.m.

ART GALLERY “Garden Expressions” Sept. 28-Oct. 12 PCC Luz Gallery Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:30 p.m.

-9:30p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9a.m.-5 p.m., and Fridays from 9a.m. to noon.

Call Brian Doan at (562) 938-3036

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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 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday Noon–8 p.m. Parking is available for $2 anytime in Lots such as C, D, E, F in unmarked spots.

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

All in the Timing

Thursday, Sept. 29-Saturday, Oct. 9 at 7:30p.m.

Sundays at 2 p.m. LAC auditorium (866) 811-4111 Free parking in Lots D, E and F

FOUNDATION Helping the homeless associated group event Sunday, Oct. 9 4-6 p.m. Building 0-2 Free to 2015-2016 donors. $20 for new donors. Pay online or at the door.

RSVP by Friday, Oct. 7 (562) 938-4634

OPEN MIC

Monthly open mic

Friday, Oct. 14, 7-9 p.m.

Sign up at 6:45 p.m. in LAC P104 For more information (562) 243-7114

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.

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

MAJOR DECLARATION DAY PCC Tuesday, Oct. 25 LAC Wednesday, Oct. 26 10a.m.-2p.m. and 4p.m.-7p.m. on both days.

ASB CABINET All meetings start at 8:30 a.m.

Friday, Sept. 30, LAC T1100 Friday, Oct. 7, PCC GG238 Friday, Oct.14, LAC T-1100

LECTURE Public lecture and Planetarium show The shadow of the moon Friday, Sept. 30 7-9 p.m.

Planetarium D326 afredericks@lbcc.edu

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

HOMECOMING Tuesday, Oct. 18, at 11 a.m. on the PCC Lawn.

Thursday, Oct. 20, at 11 a.m. at LAC on Front Quad.

SPORTS Women's cross country Friday, Sept.30 vs. Santiago Canyon Invitational at Irvine Regional Park in Orange 10a.m.

Friday, Oct. 7, Tour de Cuesta at Cuesta College Women’s soccer Friday, Sept.30 vs. El Camino at 2 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 4, at 2 p.m at Cerritos Friday, Oct. 7, at 2 p.m. ECC Compton Women’s Water Polo Friday, Sept.30 vs. Fullerton at Cuesta College at 10:05 a.m.

Saturday, Oct. 1, at Cuesta College Cuesta Tournament Wednesday, Oct. 5 at Pasadena at 3 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 12 at Chaffey at 3 p.m.

Men’s water polo Saturday, Oct. 1 at Cal State University Long Beach Friday, Oct. 7, at Riverside Saturday, Oct. 8, at Riverside Wednesday, Oct. 12, at Chaffey at 4:15 p.m.

Football Saturday, Oct. 1, vs. Golden West at 6 p.m.

Women’s volleyball Friday, Sept.30 at 6 p.m. at Cerritos Wednesday, Oct. 5, at 5 p.m. v.s. San Diego City Friday, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m. at El Camino Wednesday, Oct. 12, at 6 p.m. at East Los Angeles Men’s soccer Friday, Sept.30, at 4 p.m. vs. El Camino Tuesday, Oct. 04, at 4 p.m at Cerritos.

Friday, Oct. 07, at 4 p.m. ECC Compton Men’s cross country Friday, Sept.30, vs. Coach Downey Classic (SD City) at Irvine Regional Park, Orange at 11a.m.

Friday, Oct. 7, at Tour de Cuesta at Cuesta College

NOTARY PUBLIC STATE EXAM Upcoming Notary Public & State Exam

Free games for students with a current college services card.

Saturday, October 22, 2016

Football team vs. Chaffey Saturday, Oct 22.

In addition to offering this course, we also offer the Notary Loan Signing Agent workshop for individuals that want to build and maintain their signing business.

Tailgate starts at 3 p.m.

Homecoming game starts at 6 p.m.

The queen and king will be announced at half time.

To take the exam, the individual must be at least 18 years old

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CITY VIEWS “How do you feel about professional football player Colin Kaepernick’s national anthem protest?

By Denny Han at the PCC and LAC.

Brandy Factory, 21, Dance major “He is not being violent. It is not a big deal.”

Dominiqie Womack, 19, Fire Science major “It is a good thing. It is not everyday people stand up for what is right.”

Julian Tejeda, 18, Bio-Chemistry major “It is a lot like what Tommie Smith and John Carlos did at the 1968 Olympics.”

Mike Arentz, 27, Marketing major “He has the right to protest, but should have done so in a more respectful way.”

Ryan Armenta, 38, Creative Writing major “I support him 100%, it’s pretty obvious that this has been a problem for while.”

Alexander Hoskins, 20, Film major “I do not think he is in a position to be making overt political statements.”

Evan Miller, 21, Political Science major “People don’t care about the meaning, they are just turning it into a spectacle.”

Hannah Daiber, 29, Nursing major “It is disrespectful and ignorant.”

Juan Hernandez, 19, Undecided major “He had his reasons to do it.

Who am I to judge what he believes in?”

Ulises Martinez, 26, English major “Would he have done it if he were a starting quarterback?”

COMMENTARY

Student-gamer makes pilgrimage to Tokyo

Story and photo

by Anthony Johnson Calender Editor @anthonydaviking

TOKYO -- Japan is home to one of the biggest annual gaming events, the Tokyo Game Show.

The show brings industry professionals and the public together in a way that no other gaming event does. Over the course of four days, thousands of gamers gather at Makuhari Messe in Tokyo to get their hands-on games that won’t be on store shelves for maybe another year.

The focus of this year’s show was Virtual Reality with PlayStation VR being a major focus. If you are a gamer and you thought “Resident Evil” was scary before, wait until you try “Resident Evil VII” in full VR. Aside from having playable demos of games everywhere, various stage presentations gave developers a chance to show off never-before-seen gameplay and insights

on titles they are producing.

Games like “Mafia III”, “Final Fantasy XV” and “Rigs” VR were demoed at the presentations including one by my favorite game director Hideo Kojima who developed “Metal Gear Solid.”

Traveling to Japan, the birthplace of some of my favorite video games, was a fantastic experience.

Even though this was my second time attending, the excitement has yet to fade away.

Not only for the video games, but also for the vast cultural experiences on every street.

Anthony Johnson My week was not enough to soak everything in, but as long as the show is an annual event, it will be an annual trip for me. Go where your passion takes you.

I have always been an artist with a love

for video games, not reporting the news. I did spend a considerable amount of time posting movie and video game reviews to my blog on MySpace many centuries ago.

I soon realized that my love of all things gaming needed to be channeled, so I created my own website PlayStation Haven.

I formed the website so my friends and I could talk about what we loved with other like-minded individuals. Today, I can say that I still have a way to go, which has lead me to the journalism program at LBCC. Once I graduated from another college in 2011 with a degree in graphic design, I decided it was time to break into the gaming industry.

I spent the next few years with companies like Activision and Square Enix all while still maintaining my online presence writing about all the new games (that I was not working on) that were flooding the store shelves.

Then it finally hit me. I realized that my reporting on video games gave me more satisfaction and far less stress than working

on the games themselves and that is when I took my little website and decided to make a career out of it.

My passion has not gone unrewarded. Through journalism, I have been to places many gamers have only dreamed of. From E3 and now for the second time to the dream destination of nearly every gamer,Tokyo.

Connect with Anthony Johnson: playstationhaven.com facebook.com/PlayStationHaven

Hideo Kojima and Yoji Shinkawa of Kojima Productions gather in Tokyo.

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EDITORIAL

ASB is voice for students Criticizing government is easy, but it’s not as easy when the government includes a group of students who are not being paid full time. Even so, Their roles in governing our student collective is not a responsibility to be taken lightly.

Between classes, family obligations and other obstacles, the students must find ways to make time for countless meetings, professional engagements, networking and learning the ins-and-outs of governance for people who will continue their path in government.

The ASB Cabinet roles vary far and wide and encompasses a large array of student needs and voices at the college.

Uniformed and ready to work is how they should be described. The meetings are

professional and follow strict guidelines and protocols. The members of the Cabinet are well organized and each representative articulates her or his voices loudly, while the rest listen with concern and judgment on the decisions they make.

Within the first two meetings of the semester they have proven themselves to be organized, transparent and bold in their decision-making.

Having to pick one student who has gone above and beyond is Student Trustee Alejandro Lomeli, who, aside from being involved at LBCC, is serving his second term on the Student Senate for California Community Colleges as the system affairs director for Region VIII, the Student Senate Liaison for the California Community

College Association of Student Trustees and a list of many more organizations that Lomeli has been involved with since his graduation from Santa Fe High School three years ago.

Lomeli, along with the rest of the Cabinet, has been pivotal in communicating with the Viking News in making sure we have an open expression and criticism of our student government and issues that face the college.

The Cabinet are representatives for the students. They bring issues concerning the student body now and students in the future to the Board of Trustees to change laws and stances on policy.

LBCC’s ASB is the voice of our college community and are deserving of praise.

VIKING NEWS 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 Johnny Parker Gleb Perch Deborah Salazar Adviser Patrick McKean Photo and Online Adviser Chris Viola Retired Photo Adviser Jim Truitt Advertising Manager Denise Jones The deadline for news, advertisements and letters to the editor is the Thursday before publication.

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September 29, 2016

Ping-Pong pair win at the PCC

By Denny Han Staff writer @dennyh_

Lissette Mendoza/Viking/@chingonapicosa KEEP AWAY: Viking freshman attacker Carl Matthews is in possession of the ball at home Wednesday, Sept. 21, during LBCC’s 18-1 victory over Rio Hondo.

Vikings improve to 6-1

By Erin Asis Staff writer @erin_asis

The LBCC men’s water polo team brought home its third consecutive win of the season with an 18-1 victory over Rio Hondo on Wednesday, Sept. 21.

Teo Dadic, an attacker for the team, said, “It was a good game, we needed this win right before our Cuesta Tournament next week, it gives us confidence.” Dadic contributed three goals and an assist for the game. The Vikes had a comfortable 13-0 lead at the half, using defense to prevent Rio Hondo from catching up.

Nick Woods, a goalie for the Vikings, said, “I think our defense was really solid.

We’ve been working hard to perfect it for our Cuesta Tournament.”

The Vikings possess a 6-1 record for the Fall season. The team heads to Long Beach State for a tournament Saturday, Oct. 1, at a time to be announced.

Lissette Mendoza/Viking/@chingonapicosa SMACK DOWN: In possession of the ball, freshman attacker Lindsey Mizrahi plays against Rio Hondo on Wednesday, Sept. 21, at home. The Vikings defeated Rio Hondo, 21-7.

LBCC undefeated in conference

By Danny Rivera Contributing writer @DannyRiveraLBCC

After helping coach Team USA to gold in Rio this past Summer, LBCC’s women’s water polo coach Chris Oeding has led the team to an undefeated 3-0 conference and 8-4 overall record over the first half of the 2016 season.

Oeding said he believes his team has made significant progress in the first four weeks.

“The more we can pay attention to the small details defensively and get a better understanding of what our unique talents are, will help us define our roles and work better as a group,” Oeding said.

Goalie Maggie Bennett agrees with Oeding’s sentiment.

“Sometimes we can have a little bit of trouble on our defense, staying alert on where the ball is,” she said. “But most of the time we stay pretty good on where we’re supposed to be and what we’re supposed to be doing.”

The team put its undefeated record on the line when it played East Los Angeles Wednesday, Sept. 28.

This semester’s series of intramural events continued with a Ping-Pong tournament on Thursday, Sept. 15, in the PCC’s game room as The Ladies of Athena, PNK, The Order of Tong, The Order of Thor, numerous non-club affiliated independents and employees gathered to play or watch.

Alexandria Espinoza of PNK was champion of the women’s division after a sequence of double-elimination matches. Playing as an independent, Jesse Ramos-Shyman went on to become the champion of the men’s division.

Derek Oriee, the student activities and ASB adviser in charge of organizing intramural events, considered the tournament to be a great success in comparison to years prior due to a much higher turnout, particularly in the women’s division, resulting in a greater traffic flow at the often overlooked the PCC, a success in which Joshua Williams, the director of student life and discipline, attributes to a recent push in encouraging students to use NordicSync, a campus engagement network.

When discussing the importance of intramural events for many students and social-service clubs, Ladies of Athena member Vanessa Mendoza said, “They mean a lot to social-service clubs. It’s how we get our trophies, how we get our name out there.”

Williams noted the distinction of intramural sports and conventional team sports in its inclusivity, as any student can sign up and participate regardless of skill level.

The third set of Fall intramural events was played at Veterans Stadium, Thursday, Sept. 22, at noon with a series of flag-football practice rounds to prepare players for the season.

Some Clubs involved were TNT, PNK, Ladies of Athena, Men of Aztlan, American Criminal Justice Association, Order of Tong and the Order of Thor. Thor club president Javier Salcedo commended the atmosphere of this semester’s season and noted the increase in the number of participating teams in comparison to the semester before.

“It’s great to see everyone out here together as a whole,” Salcedo said.

The flag-football tournament will at noon and 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 29 at Veterans Stadium and is expected to continue until mid-November at the same times and place on Thursdays.

For more information about intramural events contact student activities and ASB adviser Oriee at doriee@lbcc.edu.

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HUDDLED UP: The Viking football team listens to coach Brett Peabody, center right, after the 41-14 win against Canyons on Saturday, Sept. 24, at Veterans Stadium.

Football team rises to No. 5 in state Story and photo

by Darrell James Staff writer @darrelljames_

Freshman quarterback Jake Meier led the Vikings to victory, throwing six touchdown passes and finishing with 348 passing yards as the football team defeated Can-

yons, 41-14, on Saturday, Sept. 24 at home.

The Vikings are now 3-1 on the season and rated No. 5 in the state, according to the California Community College Athletic Association site.

Sophomore wide receiver Jaylene Watson said, “I think we played great. The team is getting stronger as go.”

Meier connected with Watson for four

PASS IT ON

touchdowns. Watson ended the game with nine receptions and 194 receiving yards.

Freshman wide receiver Kyrin Cannon and sophomore wide receiver Jacob Welsh also scored a touchdown each, both thrown by Meier.

Freshman linebacker Manu Tui-Enesi led the Viking defense making eight tackles and freshman defensive end Scotty Fao

made five stops.

LBCC coach Brett Peabody said, “We just have to continue to improve. Aside from some mistakes in the second half, tonight was a good game.”

The Vikings advance to face Golden West on Saturday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. at Veterans Stadium.

CITY SPORTS

Women’s volleyball

The LBCC’s women’s volleyball team defeated Imperial Valley, 3-0, at home Friday, Sept. 16.

The Vikings also recorded another victory at home against Ventura on Wednesday, Sept. 21, winning, 3-1.

The Vikings continued their winning streak Friday, Sept. 23, in their first conference game against Los Angeles Trade-Tech 3-0, in their third consecutive victory.

Cross country

The women’s team finished in 11th place with 359 points and the men’s team finished 29th place with 762 points on Friday, Sept. 16, at their meet for the SoCal Preview/Brubaker Invitational at Irvine Regional Park in Orange.

A video is available on the men’s cross country team on LBCCviking YouTube channel by staff writer Eddie Diaz.

Women’s soccer Lissette Mendoza/Viking/@chingonapicosa LBCC sophomore midfielder Jaime Salazar, left, makes a pass against Canyons at a home game Wednesday, Sept.

21. The Vikings won, 2-0.

The team won 2-0 at an away game against L.A. Harbor on Tuesday, Sept. 27.

Their record is 6-1 and 1-0 in conference.

September 29, 2016 · Volume 90, Issue 3

September 29, 2016 · Volume 90, Issue 3 · Published Since 1927

Vikings stop Rio Hondo, 21-7

- Sports, Page 14

Intramural Ping-Pong champions crowned

-Sports, Page 14

Citysports roundup

-Sports, Page 15

Football team ranked 5th in state

-Sports, Page 15

BLOCKED: Freshman golie Maggie Bennet blocks a shot by Rio Hondo in the Vikes' 21-7 win Wednesday, Sept. 21.