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CFA and CSU

Vol. LIII, No. 2

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2015

CCBriefs:

By FRANCISCO VILLEGAS Staff Writer

mediation continues:

That smoke is going to get ya (Oct. 12)

Fact-finding

By EMILY ANNE ESPINOSA Staff Writer The California Faculty Association (CFA) and California State University (CSU) management have moved toward the fact-finding process of the labor negotiation process.

Fact-finding is the third part of the labor negotiation process, a process where a panel of three, one neutral and one representative from each party, review the proposals, and receive supporting documents.

During this phase, representatives may reach an agreement. If not, the fact-finder releases a report.

The fact-finder is an independent, neutral third party who analyzes the facts put on the bargaining table. As of Oct. 14, factfinding was still in its early phase, and a fact-finder has yet to be decided on.

The fact-finder is selected from a list of proposed neutral individuals, provided by the Public Employment Review Board (PERB).

After the fact-finder makes a report, it remains confidential for 10 days, known as the blackout period. After 10 days, the report becomes public.

CFA President, Jennifer Eagan, a professor at CSU East Bay, states that she “an-

ticipates fact-finding to be in our favor,” and that she expects that the “fact-finder will provide an accurate report.”

According to Eagan, the fact-finding report is a non-binding document of information, meant to serve “almost as a research paper,” being an analyzed resource of information to be utilized by the representatives of the factfinding panel, as well as for the public.

If needed, new data may be presented to the table.

If an agreement on faculty salary is still not made during the blackout period or after the report, the CSU management may impose their last offer on the table, which will mostly likely be a 2 percent salary increase, which the CFA expects but will not accept.

The CSU has proposed a 2 percent General Salary Increase (GSI), while the CFA continues to fight for a 5 percent increase, as well as a 2.61 percent Service Salary Increase (SSI).

However, mediation continues to make no progress, both parties refuse to budge or compromise their proposals.

At the end of the fact-finding phase, the CFA will hold a strike authorization vote beginning on Oct.19 to Oct. 28, which

will occur both online and at all 23 CSU campuses.

In a released news update from the CFA bargaining team on the labor negotiation process, Eagan stated, “If CSU management is not persuaded by the facts, we will need to be ready to speak with our feet.”

Toni Molle, CSU Director of Public Affairs, stated, “The CSU is committed to the collective bargaining process and to reaching a negotiated settlement with the California Faculty Association.”

“CSU values our faculty. In the last three years, we have invested $129.6 million in employee compensation, and more than half of that has been specifically for faculty,” stated Molle.

Molle also stated that, “This year, the CSU has already invested $65.5 million in employee compensation, with nearly half of that allocated for faculty, and the CSU proposed 2 percent GSI is valued at $32.8 million. The CFA’s proposal, 5 percent GSI and a 1.2 percent SSI, is valued at $101.7 million.”

Correction and comment to “Admin and faculty relationship strained” The story published in last week's issue of the Coyote Chronicle was written after discussion with faculty members who were willing to speak to the publication.

Attempts to reach out to the President's office went unanswered. We welcome any other comments from faculty and staff. Letters to the editor and responses to any story can always be submitted to coyoteexecutiveeditor@gmail.com.

Corrections and comment by Dr. Ted Ruml: - Jodie Ullman is a former chair of the Faculty Senate. Dr. Ted Ruml is the current one.

- Juan Delgado is a long-time member of the Department of English not the College of Education.

- "I also believe that Dr. Morales is making a concerted effort to work with the Senate to improve relations between the faculty and the administration."

Respectfully, The Editors

According to The New York Times, Chinese men smoke one-third of all the world's cigarettes.

China's government receives revenue, and therefore is unlikely to regulate stronger rules against the sales of cigarettes.

Most smokers start around age 25.

Only about 9 percent quit in China.

Playboy nudes are played out (Oct. 12) Females are no longer to appear fully nude in Playboy magazines.

Although women won’t appear nude, they will appear in provocative poses.

The magazines will reduce the exploitation of women and be more PG-13.

According to The New York Times, Playboy magazines have lost value.

“Pornographic magazines even those as storied as Playboy, have lost their shock value, their commercial value and their cultural relevance.”

Beer giants agree to merge into world’s biggest brewery (Oct. 13) The Budweiser and Stella Artois breweries agreed to work together as one company.

According to CBS, “Any merge, however is expected to draw scrutiny from regulators worried about how it might hurt competition.”

As a combined company, this would lead them to the biggest player Heineken, having about 30 percent of the beer market.

"Hot Yoga" for all (Oct. 14) Bikram Choudhury, the self-proclaimed yogi, tried to sue other instructors for using the same sequence of poses shown in class.

"The ruling is another blow for Mr. Choudhury, who has also been accused of sexual assaults by multiple women in recent years. This encouraged the court to not entitling the poses to copyright infringement,” according to The New York Times.

Exit exam takes an exit (Oct. 15) According to the LA Times, California's Gov. Jerry Brown signed a bill that no longer allows the high school exit exam to determine whether students receive a high school diploma and nullifies the results of those students who did not pass.

A new exam that directs more into the common core standards is being considered,"...It won't make a difference when students don't take it serious after the first test being eliminated,” said student Michael Mahoney.

Mental health & gun Hollywood producer Exploring the world Straight Rhythm control, pg. 5 at CSUSB, pg. 9 of PMS, pg. 10 moves crowd, pg. 14

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2015

CSUSB alumna elected CSU alumni president

By MANUEL SANDOVAL Staff Writer CSUSB Alum, Dia Poole, was elected president of the CSU Alumni Council.

Poole was inaugurated in July and has since started a highly successful “Class of 3 Million” campaign.

The campaign is targeted towards CSU alumni where they can share their inspiring graduation stories, leave thank you messages to supportive faculty and staff, attend alumni events, and even share memorable college memories.

The inspiration for the name of the “Class of 3 Million” campaign came from the fact that CSU Universities have over 3 million alumni.

“The CSU is constantly holding events and programs to bring CSU alumni together,” said Public Affairs Communications Specialist Stephanie Thara.

“For example, as part of the Class of 3 Million celebration, Dia Poole and the CSU created the Class of 3 Million online yearbook where alumni can connect, share their stories and network with one another,” added Thara.

Previously, Poole served as a CSUSB alumni volunteer.

She also held a Vice President of Government Relations position where she served on the Council’s liaison to the office of Advocacy and State Relations on the CSU Alumni Legislative Day programming and Legislator of the Year selections.

“The warmth and welcome in which I have received has been overwhelming,” said Poole. “Everyone from CSU Partners to faculty and even students have thanked me for my service as an alumni volunteer.”

Students, faculty and administrators are delighted to have Poole representing CSUSB as President of CSU Alumni Affairs.

“Dia Poole’s experience working for the government brings great value to CSU Alumni Council. Her passion,

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Poole celebrates with (left to right) CSU Chancellor Timothy White, CSU Board of Trustees Chair Lou Monville, President Morales and student Alfredo Barcenas. dedication, and understanding of students and faculty is precious to the CSU system,” said student Reyes llusorio.

Poole plans to focus on pushing CSU alumni legacy, advocacy and service.

In 1990, Poole was a mid-career returning adult student who earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.

She has served as a legislative advocate in the Judicial Council of California’s Sacramento Office of Governmental Affairs.

“Going to school and working full time was tiring,” said Poole. “After working a long full day at the County of San Bernardino, I would go to school at night. I knew how important it was for me to get a higher education and my

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experience as a student was absolutely invaluable.”

Now retired from the State of California, she will be able to commit more of her time to help encourage other CSU alumni to give back.

She hopes to connect with more CSU alumni to share their stories about how their CSU has impacted their life and career to inspire others to do the same.

“What alumni may not realize is that writing one letter to an elected official, attending one alumni event, or sharing their story in their community makes all the difference and can help touch the lives of thousands of current and future CSU students,” said Poole.

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2015

San Bernardino still in turmoil over bankruptcy Residents upset over unfinished audits, calling for FBI

By CHERIE BROWER Staff Writer Money talks, and the federal court is now demanding answers from the financially floundering city of San Bernardino.

Following the notorious municipal bankruptcy protection filing of 2012, San Bernardino has failed to produce a successful audit of its 2012-13 fiscal year.

In the face of a $45 million deficit, an increase in costs, and a downward spiral in revenues, San Bernardino filed for Chapter 9 in 2012.

A bankruptcy plan was set into place, with provisions to aid the city in regaining a footing on the forlorn financial outlook.

It has now been over three years since the initial declaration and the City of San Bernardino has yet to produce a successful audit for Fiscal Year 2012-13.

The audit was previously projected to reach completion at the end of May 2015.

The current San Bernardino audit is set to conclude in November. Mayor Carey Davis has stated that this deadline is “not unrealistic,” and he has been working closely with City Council members to ensure timely completion.

At the San Bernardino City Council meeting on Oct. 5, many residents could be seen outside City Hall holding signs of protest.

One protester held a sign which read: “Bring in the F.B.I./ Complete the audits!”

According to CSUSB Professor Dr. Thomas Pierce, the audit process is always lengthily. “Audits relate to the

review of the books,” explained Pierce. Information is key “I have seen the new housing tracks behind the Glen.” in all aspects, and “it can take the federal court a few years “However, I have also seen the freshly paved side to review all of the pertinent information,” said Pierce. streets that nobody ever seems to use. It seems like a waste Judge Meredith Jury, from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, of city money,” continued Shadel. has advised the City of San Bernardino that detailed fisFunds are now available for the city to repair and recal information must be provided to the federal court, as a place waterline infrastructures, pipelines, and water pumpshow of good faith and commitment to organize a path out ing stations. of municipal bankruptcy.

New police officers are now sought for hire, and the A number of services funded by the city, such as pub- city is currently reviewing internal options for fire serviclic safety and city maintenance, took a hit with the down- es. fall of San Bernardino’s finances in 2012.

“Improvement can take time, but stabilization is a The San Bernardino police force was cut to 264 of- slow and steady process,” according to Pierce. ficers, as opposed to the 2009 force of 350 officers.

With a lack of sufficient funding, many county jobs and services were no longer provided, or provided at a degree far below previous capacity.

Residents took note.

Some residents hold out cautious optimism for the future.

“We are bouncing back from the financial downturn of the county,” said CSUSB Cherie Brower | Chronicle Photo student Justin Shadel. Tension is high between many community members and the city because of overdue audits from bankruptcy issues.

New privacy law for wireless protection

By MARCO MONTOYA Staff Writer Gov. Jerry Brown signed the California Electronic Communications Privacy Act (CalECPA) on Oct. 8.

California is the third state in the nation behind Maine and Utah to authorize the act which enforces strict privacy policies on electronic devices.

According to The Associated Press (AP), police will be required to get a court order to search computers or company phones, messages, e-mails or photos.

Natlawreview.com stated information including date, time, recipient, sender and format will now have to be put through the longer process of getting a warrant from a judge if police wish to retrieve it.

Subpoenas will allow some information to be accessed, but only under prior law and if the information is not going to be used for the prosecution of an individual.

Tech companies, digital rights groups and news companies campaigned for the bill due to the lack of digital enforcement laws not being changed since 1980, according to the AP. CalECPA will also restrict law officials to use smartphones or tablets to obtain information.

However, if a device is lost or stolen, police can access brief information to verify or contact the rightful owner, according to the Los Angeles Times.

“The first thing that came to my mind was actually that! What if my phone is stolen and I could easily prove it’s mine

with some photos inside it? If the police need to go through a longer process, I would never get my phone back. So, it’s a good thing they made some exceptions,” said student Eduardo Gonzales.

These warrants restrict law enforcement to search electronic equipment, and do not apply to searches of homes or businesses.

Natlawreview.com stated, any information that does not relate with the court case must be sealed and not subject to further review without its own separate additional court order.

The information found on a suspects electronics can also be destroyed or erased after use if the court orders to do so.

CalECPA also requires officials to notify a person if their information is being used. This notification can be delayed if the court believes that alternate events might occur due to it, according to natlawreview.com Although these supporters argue that the development of technology throughout the years calls for new rules, law enforcement officials believe they need to be able to be granted access to the devices, according to the AP. “This comes off like its an advantage to people right off the bat because everyone likes their privacy, but if you think about it, it’s kind of alarming as well because the police have to go through a longer process just to get simple information that might help in the prosecution of criminals,” said student Christina Ramos.

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2015

Gov. Brown pushes for pot Concealed gun ban

By RAEQUAN HARRISON Staff Writer Gov. Jerry Brown is advocating for new bills to govern medical marijuana laws.

Three bills were approved to the ballot this past week that propose reform in the medical marijuana industry.

According to thecannabist.com, “The California medical marijuana legislation includes separate licenses for indoor and outdoor cultivation, transportation, product testing, distribution and dispensaries of different sizes. It also charges various state agencies to develop guidelines for packaging, potency, pesticide use and advertising.”

According to the Los Angeles Times, an estimated 1,250 medical marijuana dispensaries are operating in the state, with sales of about $1.3 billion.

United Food and Commercial Workers Western States Council Executive Director Jim Araby stated, “Voters are poised to decide on legalizing recreational cannabis in 2016. It was vitally important that California establish a regulatory framework first.”

Medical marijuana has long been legalized in 1996.

Proposition 215 states, in section HS 11362.5 (A) of “The California Compassionate Act,” all Californians have the right to obtain and use marijuana for medical purposes where that medical use is deemed appropriate and has been recommended by a physician who has determined that the person’s health would benefit from the use of marijuana in the treatment of cancer, anorexia, AIDS, chronic pain, spasticity, glaucoma, arthritis, migraines or any other illness for which marijuana provides relief.

Student Teuila Palm believes that “Medical marijuana is a fancy term our government has created to take away the stigma of the drug and it seems as if all those who smoke have suddenly become chronically ill. This new proposal will simply be ink on a piece of paper because it has no foundation. There is no true way of ‘tracking’ who is buying and selling.”

Chair of the economics department Professor Mayo Toruño, stated “Since cannabis consumption is a reality throughout the state, imposing regulations that ensure the product is clean and does not pose health hazards (like having animal feces or insecticides in it) is a good thing.

The Bill takes the industry (both its production and consumption) out of the realm of criminality and puts it in the mainstream.”

“The passing of the medical marijuana law in 1996 had already moved the state closer to this favorable state of affairs, but not enough. So, this legislation takes us a bit closer to complete legalization and, in the process, taking away the incentive for organized crime to enter the business,”continued Toruño.

“This new structure will make sure patients have access to medical marijuana, while ensuring a robust tracking system, this sends a clear signal to our federal counterparts that California is implementing robust controls not only on paper, but in practice,” said Brown in a signing statement.

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Marijuana is found to be beneficial in relieving symptoms of terminal illnesses.

Reps. fight for oil ban appeal

By LAUREN PRATT Staff Writer Two hundred and sixty one of 435 representatives took to action Friday, Oct. 9, in attempt to lift a 40-year-old ban on crude oil exports.

The has not yet reached the Senate for approval, but in the case that it does, President Barack Obama has stated he will veto the bill.

“The country needs to focus more on alternate energy (wind, solar, water),” according to the Washington Street Journal.

The Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975 was a bill Congress passed used to stifle the harsh impact of future oil embargos (an official ban on trade) by foreign oil producing countries.

The bill was enacted due to the aftermath of the 1973 Arab Oil Embargo that left the world with high oil prices.

Senators for the repeal believe this will increase the United States gross domestic income by supplying oil to countries in need, instead of countries seeking the oil from the Middle East or Russia.

The Senate Banking Committee, who has jurisdiction over export controls, banking, pricing controls and more, have endorsed the bill with a vote of 13-9.

Sen. Heidi Heitkamp of North Dakota, the only democrat to support

the bill, believes it “will lower or stabilize gas prices, support jobs and increase influences abroad,” according to the Associated Press.

The ban prohibits the exportation of crude oil, and not refined petroleum products.

However, there are exceptions.

Crude oil exports to Canada are permitted, Alaska can export only using the Trans-Alaskan pipeline, and companies within “national interest” may request exemptions to export, according to Brookings Institution Scholars.

Pioneer Natural Resources Co. and Enterprise Products Partners L.P are the two companies that started the uprise.

The pioneers needed permission to export a minimally processed form of ultra light oil condensate, that can be turned into gasoline or other fuels.

Though the ban does not permit this kind of export, the U.S. Department of Commerce approved it.

Fracturing (fracking) is the process of drilling down into the earth before a high-pressure water mixture is directed at the rock to release the gas inside.

Water, sand, and chemicals are injected into the rock which allows the gas to flow up and out.

Fracking technology is being used to unlock oil reserves in North Dakota and Texas.

The U.S. still imports millions

of barrels a day, however, fracking loosens North America’s dependence on importing and stockpiling of domestic oils.

Environmentalists argue lifting the ban will increase greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to harmful climate change due to the chemicals released in the air when fracturing, according to The Wall Street Journal.

The Washington Post reported that some believe the lighter oil the U.S. produces will be better accommodated overseas to help boost other country’s GDP as well as flow back into domestic production here.

Others, like Sen. Ed Markey of Massachusetts, argue that the ban being lifted puts America in a “slippery slope” by sending our oil abroad into countries with high disarray like the Middle East and Russia.

This sends jobs and money away from American families, according to www.markey.senate.gov.

CSUSB economics professor Dr. Kazim Konyar has a similar view on the recent uplift when asked how it would economically affect the United States. “If in fact large amounts of oil end up being exported then the oil prices in the domestic markets could increase, hurting U.S. consumers.”

The export policy stays the same for now, however, many hopefuls against the ban believe this uprise will suggest change in the near future.

on college campuses

By ALDON STILES Staff Writer Gov. Jerry Brown signed a bill that bans concealed firearms on college campuses.

Senate Bill 707 (SB 707), introduced by Sen. Lois Wolk (D-Davis), extends The Gun-Free School Zone Act of 1995 to college and university campuses.

The Gun-Free School Zone Act of 1995 originally banned carrying licensed concealed weapons within 1,000 feet of schools ranging from kindergarten to high school.

Professor Brian Levin, professor of criminal law at CSUSB, does not believe that this law will have much impact on gun violence on school grounds.

Levin stated in an e-mail, “The law while limiting those with lawful permits, would likely do little to deter the suicidal or deranged young active shooter who is least likely to abide by its requirements.”

“The current law only affects those who already have a concealed weapons permit, so for nearly everyone who does not, the current prohibitions apply,” Levin continued. “For those few who may be allowed currently to possess a firearm on campus now, this new law provides an additional restriction.”

SB 707 has not changed firearm policy on campus at CSUSB, according to the CSUSB University Police Department (UPD).

Sgt. Leandre Fields, police sergeant for UPD at CSUSB, does not surmise that student safety at CSUSB will be negatively effected by SB 707. He noted that this bill was intended more for private universities.

“It (concealed gun carrying) wasn’t really permitted before anyway,” Fields said. “It being put in place was more of an impact for private institutions and not so much for public institutions.”

Law enforcement, reserve law enforcement, retired law enforcement and any others with special permission from the college or university will still be able to carry their licensed weapons on campus.

“It (SB 707) would have limited impact on students and faculty as a whole,” Fields said. “The majority of our students and faculty don’t carry guns.”

“All law enforcement officers are allowed to carry concealed weapons on a university campus,” Fields continued, “We’re not making any changes to that.

We’re not concerned with that. Those that we know that are carrying are generally off duty officers.”

“It’s a normal year. You’re not allowed to carry a concealed weapon on campus,” Fields continued. “It (SB 707) is really not going to have much of an impact.”

Ariana Alvarez, student at CSUSB, feels a degree of comfort because of SB 707.

“I feel safer because now people won’t be allowed to hide whatever they’re trying to carry on them,” said Alvarez. “Regardless if it is just for protection, it could all be dangerous.”

Kristian Howard Jr., student at CSUSB, believes that SB 707 does little but make a statement.

“Banning guns is a good gesture, but all it is a gesture,” Howard said. “It does not stop anyone from bringing a gun if the person has an intent to do harm, contrast to the person who is bringing it to protect himself or herself from that person.”

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Mental health is key to gun control

By CARLOS SOLIS Staff Writer Three mass shootings have happened over the last two weeks on college campuses in Oregon, Arizona, and Texas. As if college wasn’t hard enough.

Chris Harper Mercer, the shooter at Umpqua Community College in Oregon, was a 26-year-old who was described as quiet, spiritual, and a loner who was dealing with mental issues, according to his mother.

“Shootings happen because mentally ill people, stupid people, will commit the crime no matter the weapon,” stated student Keith Rivas.

So is it fair to blame it on an issue of mental health? Mercer is just one example of a mass college shooter, but there seems to be a pattern that those who commit these evils are people dealing with internal issues that makes them act externally.

Guns don’t act by themselves, and the person behind the trigger should be someone responsible.

Do we need stricter control on gun rights? Absolutely.

We need a more intensive background check, especially in terms of checking for mental health issues “The shooters look for college campus, because they know people are disarmed,” said Zachary Corrales, a CSUSB student and former military scout sniper.

Opinions regarding stricter gun con-

trol are black or white -- you’re either for or against it.

In a perfect society, maybe we would not need guns.

However, it is understandable to want to protect yourself from potential harm.

There are ways to obtain firearms without going to a federal firearms licensed dealer. The deep web is a common place to illegally buy guns.

When trying to buy a gun in any state, you need to complete the Dealers Record of Sale form (DROS).

“The DROS form contains information about both the firearm buyer and the firearm itself (make, model, serial number, etc.) [...] this information is used by the Department of Justice to run the criminal and mental history background check on the buyer and to register the handgun,” according to calgunlaws.com.

I believe that anyone can commit crimes, whether they are mentally ill or not.

You never know how long it takes until a person is pushed past their limits.

Are prevention programs and training students to be prepared for shootings a potential solution?

CSUSB is one of many colleges with a mandatory active shooter program. The campus had an active shooter simulation last year.

They may help, but it seems we’re run-

ning out of options and time before another unpredictable college campus shooting.

Society should allow individuals to own firearms.

However, we need to know how to use them responsibly, and most importantly, keep them away from those who may want to cause fatal harm. We should all actively work together to prevent further atrocities from occurring.

Although I don’t own a gun, I imagine it is a powerful and safe feeling to be able to protect oneself, yet taking a life is just as powerful.

We can demand more laws about gun rights, background checks, prevention programs, and reduce the number of guns available to the public, but what we really need is to start working on being better people, to shape a better society, and understand that it is wrong to take another’s life.

Activism inspires change

By CHERAE HUNT Asst. News Editor I think that activism and protesting does cause social change as long as the cause is absent of violence.

As of June 26, The LGBT community has the right to be married legally in the United States.

There have been protests for gay rights since 1924 with “the earliest gay rights organization The Society of Human rights in Chicago,” according to infoplease.com For 89 years the LGBT community has been fighting for the same rights as any heterosexual couple.

New York City’s Stonewall Inn police raid in 1969 was probably one of the most influential gay rights protests in history.

When the mafia-owned bar that offered a safe place for gay men and lesbians to drink and dance was shut down, as part of a citywide crackdown on homosexual life, Greenwich Village erupted into several days of unrest according to an article by Everett Rosenfeld in Time magazine.

Violent police beat-downs and open mocking of authorities by protesters escalated the neighborhood protest into a full-scale rally for acceptance and equality.

Prior to the Stonewall riots, the gay-rights movement had been mostly underground; only two years later, there were organized groups in every major city in America, Rosenfeld also stated.

“The U.S. Supreme Court ruled, 5–4, in Obergefell v. Hodges that same-sex couples have the fundamental right to marry and that states cannot say that marriage is reserved for heterosexual couples” according to infoplease.com.

“Under the Constitution, same-sex couples seek in marriage the same legal treatment as opposite-sex

couples, and it would disparage their choices and diminish their personhood to deny them this right,” Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy wrote.

“It makes me happy to see that now and for generations to come people can get married if they desire to,” said student Natalie Mendoza.

It’s a milestone for America, but when does a right to marry mean more than a human life.

The number of people killed by police so far in 2015: 470, according to the Guardian.

In 1992 Rodney King, a black man living in Los Angeles, was a victim of police brutality.

The L.A. riots were a result of the police brutality of King.

The likelihood that a black person killed by police, like 22-year-old Rekia Boyd (killed in Chicago), will be unarmed: Twice as likely as a white person killed by police, according to the Guardian.

I am disappointed that our legal system has caused so much death within the black community.

I think America has its priorities mixed up.

Protesting and activism aren’t the only actions to be enacted when promoting social change, especially when protest leads to riots.

“It’s sad when we all come together as people and as a community and instead of rising up against the people that hurt us the most we destroy the little we already have and it isn’t helping, it is making things worse,” said student Keith Stills.

Protesting and activism can create change for social issues, like LGBT people having to legal right to marry, but when violence is involved, like in the recent police brutality cases, nothing gets resolved and fighting for what is right seems like a waste of time.

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2015

We’ve heard it before...

Originality should be favored over music replication

By ERENDY TORRES Staff Writer Today’s culture lacks originality and creativity when it comes to music. Most upcoming artists get absorbed into fame and lose their originality and freshness when they become mainstream.

Dictionary.com defines mainstream as: “the principal or dominant course, tendency, or trend.”

Artists transition from not being known by anyone to having millions of followers.

However, the price they pay to reach fame and recognition is changing their original style to one that producers and media want to see.

Artist, The Weeknd is a great example and even mentions it in his song “Adaptation” The Weeknd sings, “I made a trade, gave away my days for a little fame.”

As a follower of The Weeknd, I can see how fame has changed him. He went from having his own unique genre and being compared to “Michael Jackson with a twist” by Rolling Stone, to [a] simple pop artist.

A few years back, Pandora, a music streaming service, would pair his music with artists such as Frank Ocean, Jamie Woon, and James Blake—artists with unique styles and vocals. Today, his music is associated to PartyNextDoor, Juicy J, and 2 Chainz—artists that utilize auto-tune

and sing about meaningless topics.

Mainstream rap, hip-hop, and r&b all sound very similar because the recording industry has built them into stereotypical ways.

When we listen to mainstream music, we are constantly bombarded with messages about gratuitous sex, excessive drug use, and money.

Sexual content and profanity has become popularized because society continues to welcome them into our culture.

“You gon’ let me hit, or nah?” and “keep sayin’ you’s a freak, are you gon’ prove it, or nah?” are both explicit lines from rap songs.

Anyone would think that both of these lines belong to the same song, but they are actually from different songs by different artists: “Or Nah” by The Game ft. Too $hort and “Or Nah” by TY Dolla Sign. Yes, both songs even have the same title.

Rapper Wiz Khalifa admits that artists mimic each other’s style—”I think everything sounds the same because it’s all Ace Hood’s flow, Meek Mill’s flow, and A$AP Rocky’s flow.”

Using other people’s artistic ideas shows lack of originality. It is undeniable that each music era has its own style, but today’s music is dumbed down.

Rapper, Sage The Gemini, indirectly confessed that

he slightly altered his originality in order to fit in and reach fame by reaching charts—”[...] I had to dumb it down and not make it say a lot of lyrical stuff. [It’s all about] giving what the fans want and giving what the record label needs, instead of what the record label wants.”

However, there are some people who do not agree with the argument that today’s music culture lacks originality and creativity.

“I wouldn’t necessarily say that we lack creativity. I say we upgrade ideas. True, we are not extremely unique, but then again, every culture during their time are pretty much into the same thing,” said Jorge Llamas, CEO of 2Beast Movement clothing line.

“For example, artists like Drake take old music samples and tweak it to make it his own and fans like it,” continued Llamas.

Unquestionably, every era goes through different musical trends and artists will always influence each other’s vibes and styles.

However, present day musicians are replicating existing ideas and letting producers corrupt their uniqueness.

Following the foolish musical trend only proves that today’s culture lacks ingenuity. Though it is easier said than done, musicians should remain genuine to their individuality and style because fans fall in love with the authenticity of the artist.

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Gr

k organizations need stricter regulations

By ALANA ROCHE Staff Writer

I believe that the media only focuses on negative Greek organization’s behaviors because those stories attract the most attention and that is what audiences desire.

However, I also believe that campus administrators should have stricter rules and guidelines preventing negative attitudes and actions.

I don’t know much about Greek life because I am not in a sorority or close to anybody that is in one, so I am writing from an outsider perspective, based on what I have witnessed.

My first encounter with Greek life has been on the CSUSB campus. From what I have seen in recruiting practices by sororities is that they have a huge focus on helping their chosen charities.

However, the media negatively stereotypes frats and sororities -- you rarely see these organizations praised for doing well.

Negative behaviors, attitudes, and actions are prioritized, like hazing or partying. Yet from what I have seen on this cam-

pus, Greek life involved students don’t fit certain stereotypes.

Organizations like Alpha Delta Pi and Lambda Theta Phi are listed as supporting projects like the Loma Linda Ronald McDonald House and the advancing of Latino education respectively on CSUSB’s Greek life website.

“I don’t agree because many of these organizations do have regulations for risk prevention and many members who violate them and get caught, do get punished,” said Jose Antunez.

I agree, when Greek organization regulations are violated there are repercussions enacted.

For instance, at the University of Connecticut (UConn) “the Sigma Chi fraternity, Delta Gamma, and Delta Zeta sororities lost their recognition at UConn early August following a months-long investigation, but the university has modified its decision for Delta Gamma’s fate in response to its appeal, UConn spokesperson Stephanie Reitz confirmed,” according NBC Connecticut in 2014.

Other organizations have created such

controversy that according to theindychannel.com, a branch of ABC, the University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel stated that he predicts a day when Greek life may no longer exist at the Michigan campus. Schlissel said this after a vulgar video of some fraternity members emerged.

I do agree with Schlissel, [to an extent], I see a day where certain harmful organizations will be banned from select campuses, but I don’t believe that all Greeks should have to deal with negative consequences.

UCLA was in the news recently because two of their Greek organizations, Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity and Alpha Phi sorority, threw a “Kanye Western” party.

This party received a lot of back lash and even started a protest because of some students that decided to attend the party sported black face, according to Los Angeles Times.

In older times black face was used by non-black persons to portray black people, deemed patronizing according to the black community.

I believe that school administration

should be involved more because these sororities and fraternities are a representation of the school they attend. If your school is allowing you to represent them, they should be able to set guidelines of how they want to be perceived by others.

CSUSB does have Greek policies. On the Office of Student Engagement website there are policies regarding alcohol, free speech, special events, and sexual discrimination that must be followed.

“Although some freedom should be given to the organization, regulation is helpful to create safe environments and fight against negative stereotypes,” said CSUSB sorority member Isabel Manookian.

I believe it’s unfair that there are mainly negative media bias and portrayal of Greek organizations.

My experience with these organizations have been positive and I believe that they send more of a positive message than a negative one on CSUSB campus.

However, I do believe that schools should be stricter on these organizations to ensure that negative acts won’t occur.

Arts & Entertainment Fall fashion trends at CSUSB

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By WHITNEY ALVEREZ Staff Writer

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Hello trendy pack! Fall is officially among us and you know what that means, time for pumpkin spice flavored everything, an excuse to wear dark colors and the trendiest pieces you’ve been dying to wear all year long.

Although summer (and the hot temperatures that come along with it), hasn’t come to terms with the fact that its time is up, the cooler weather is definitely sneaking its way in. This season is all about coats, cardigans, booties, flannels, joggers, head pieces, dark lips and so much more!

Sometimes being fashionable costs too much, but it doesn’t always have to be a pain. Students around campus are showing us that style isn’t always about brand name pieces or how expensive they are.

You can show off and still pay your rent.

“Whatever I feel that day, [my outfits] depend on my mood. If it’s a long day, I want to be comfortable but I also want to look put together,” said student Richard Meza as he described his style as “random and thrifted.”

According to students on campus, “thrifting” is the thing to do. It’s an affordable way to look trendy, but still keep your wallet happy.

Student Bomi Han explained where she finds her pieces of clothing, “Online on Korean websites, American Apparel and when I don’t have money, I go to Goodwill.”

“Thrifting” is the smart way to shop, while keeping a unique style.

Style is putting your own individual personality and attitude into what you wear.

Being trendy is what you make out of fashion. It’s being able to stand next to a person wearing the exact same thing as you, but giving it a completely different vibe.

Some students find inspiration from celebs like student Kenya Johnson. “I look at what celebrities are wearing and what’s trending at the moment, like Rihanna.”

It’s being able to stand out, rather than blend in; how you style pieces together to make them your own.

“Personally, my style is versatile. It all depends on how I’m feeling that day.

Today’s outfit is more like sporty and comfortable but still fashionable. I like to be color coordinated and sometimes I don’t,” said student Noe Suarez.

Whether you’re a big spender and like to pop tags or you like to ball on a budget, you can definitely count on your fellow coyotes to keep you updated on what’s trendy this quarter.

So what are you waiting for? Hurry and make sure you go grab those essentials to look on point all season long.

Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone this fall that will umph your style.

Stay young and stay fashionable ‘yotes!

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CSUSB students are diversely creative, especially when it comes to their outfits, ranging from boho chic, casual-contemporary, all the way to the budget savvy thrifter. Each student had their own take on fashion and they all mesh together.

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American Apparel files for BANKRUPTCY

By MELANIE LIMON Staff Writer American Apparel, a clothing store most famous for its outrageous prices and negative drama, has finally received what was coming to them this past Monday when they declared bankruptcy.

Crippled by its $19.4 million debt and their incredible decrease in sales American Apparel is now forced to acquire help from its financial lenders.

The company’s plan, as stated by The New York Times, is to partake in debt-equity swap.

Here they would exchange debt for shares of their company.

They plan to receive funding from its lenders in order to pay off some of the debt, reducing their $311 million debt to $120 million (The New York Times), in hopes for allowing their already settled stores to remain open and run smoothly even though they will have a very limited budget.

Their negligence in dealing with the decrease of sales in a timely manner was their downfall.

When asked about the company’s collapse, some students on campus seemed to agree on two main problems that American Apparel seemed to overlook, one, the fact that there is way too many brands out there competing against it and two, the company’s outrageous pricing on their clothing.

“I can understand why they are going bankrupt, It’s very competitive nowadays with companies like Forever 21 out there,” said CSUSB student Vivialyn Dineros.

“It’s like when Hollister wasn’t as popular because it was $60 for a pair of pants, there are not enough rich kids everywhere when the economy sucks to keep a business going bankrupt, so they did,” said student Kenya Williams.

Williams explained that American Apparel can gain new customers by offering huge blowout sales and adjusting their prices making their merchandise more affordable.

She continued by saying “$98 for a pair of pants, ridiculous is an

understatement. It’s not like their jeans have some special technology to make the booty look nice or big or get you a man or something. So I don’t understand why they think that price is okay. I’m baffled.” With pricing being the main factor for American Apparel’s debt, they continue to struggle in keeping relevance with their audience, who are now flocking into other clothing stores like Forever 21 and H&M. “I kind of thought... that their clothes were expensive so that’s also one of the reasons it never caught my attention to shop there,” said CSUSB student Claudia Ramirez. When asked about her

thoughts on the American Apparel’s debt, Ramirez said “No one is shopping and they’re selling at high prices. So basically there’s overproduction and under consumption.” Will debt be the new fashion trend this season?

Will debt be the new fashion trend this season?

Melanie Limon | Chronicle Photo

American Apparel suffers from a huge loss in revenue this past month, which led to them filing for bankruptcy.

MOVIE REVIEW

Malala stands up for underprivileged women

By JUSTINE LOPEZ Staff Writer A teenage girl was shot for wanting an education.

This isn’t something that we, in the United States, find familiar, but it was a reality for Malala Yousafzai.

Her story was presented in the documentary “He Named Me Malala” which premiered on Oct. 2, where producers film the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize winner as she discusses her life before and d af aafter ffte ter sh te sshe he was shot by the Pakistan an nT Taliban. alib al ib ba In the documentary, taryy, it ta i is declared that girls of al aall lll ag aages geess can’t attend school which leads ds to o tthe he strong he t Yousafzai speaking outt and an nd bbecoming an advocate for girls’ education, atio at tio io making her the Taliban’s target.

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The director Davis Guggenheim, follows Yousafzai as she speaks at numerous events, shares her story, meets with President Barack Obama and speaks in

front of the United Nations, all while being a high school student.

Though Yousafzai’s life along with her near death experience isn’t a typical one for someone her age, the director allows the viewers to relate to her by showing the troubles she has with homework, fighting with her brothers and enjoying family time, making the film that much more relatable.

Including these scenes gives the film a sense of happiness and the ability to enjoy what life has to offer just as Malala does.

An audience member, Monica Sandoval believes that the movie is also an eye opener for many here in the U.S. anddov ov sstated, ta Sandoval “A lot of students atend ndiin ng sc sschool chhoooll ddon’t onn’tt rrealize eeaaliize ze hhow ow w blessed tending hhee oopportunity pporrtu tunity niity y tto o rethey are to have tthe ntte ceive an education, they take it for granted while there’s a girl who almost lost her

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The hatred of education is extremely strong, which leads to the Taliban bombing schools through-out the cities.

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It was a good idea to include this so we saw the other views of the young author.

Even after all the 18-year-old has been through, she says that she remains happy and has never felt anger.

She states, “they will not stop me. I will get my education if it is in home, school, or any place.”

It’s important for young women to become motivated by the film to know that they have a voice as well and its important to express that.

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“He Named Me Malala” premiered in local theaters on Oct. 9. It’s the fascinating story of a Pakistani teen who fought for her life and for underprivileged women’s education.

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From field production to classroom direction Executive producer of

THE DUFF joins the pack

Byy AB B ABEL EL A ARRIOLA RRIO RR IOLA IO LA Staff Writer

Photos courtesy of Lane Shefter Bishop

Writer-director Lane Shefter Bishop poses for Published! Magazine on the February 2015 issue.

Professor Lane Shefter Bishop is not your average professor. She also holds other professions, such as producing and directing film and television series.

Shefter-Bishop began her work at Moxie Productions where she directed many television shows as well as six feature-length motion pictures for network companies such as ABC, Showtime, HBO and MTV. Now, she is the CEO of Vast Entertainment, a book-to-screen company with several projects including feature films and TV series. She has received numerous accolades for her work that include an Emmy, six Telly awards, a Videographer Award, three Communicator Awards, and many more.

A project that she did and is most proud of is the movie called “The Duff” (Designated Ugly Fat Friend), which was inspired by a book written by Kody Keplinger called “The Duff.”

The movie is about a senior in high school named Bianca who finds out the student body refers to her as “The DUFF” to her more attractive and popular friends. Bianca’s long years with her childhood friends is quickly diminished when she discovers her official label as the Duff.

She hopes to find the confidence to overthrow the school’s ruthless label maker, Madison, by reminding everyone that no matter what people look or act like, we are all someone’s Duff, which is acceptable.

“I like material that makes a statement, that makes an impact on the world. I chose “The Duff” because it was the first relationship, young adult thing I had read that wasn’t like ‘Oh now she pulls the scrunchy out of her hair and takes her glasses off, and now she’s miss America and nobody noticed.’ Instead it was like ‘look, if I’m

the Duff okay I’m going to be the best Duff on the planet.’ And I loved that message and I like material that has a message,” Bishop said.

Producer/directors create entertainment, while on the other hand Bishop wants to make an impact on your life to help you excel and reach your goals you desire. While working here at CSUSB, she also plans to bring out the best out of her students through the work they are given.

“I really want to make sure that everybody gets practical knowledge, not only that you can use the day for when you leave campus. I really didn’t want to do the hey memorize this book and spit it back out to me on a quiz because that’s what my film school was like and didn’t help me at all. I want these students to be able to leave here feeling like they can get a job in the industry,” Bishop said.

In her Communications 424 Film Analysis class, she has a reward system. When she recognizes a students progress, a “golden star” is given. I know when someone recognizes my progress, my motivation grows higher to work pass my full capability. It is the same for her students. She acknowledges their progress and rewards them for it.

It is awesome to have professors like that working here at our campus. She is here for the students and only wants to get the best out of them to give them the confidence to walk out with a degree and get the job that they worked for and deserve. And when you achieve both, that is when you’ve really earned your “golden star”.

Be on the lookout for her very first published book called “Sell Your Story In A Single Sentence,” which comes out at the beginning of next year.

NationalComingOutDay

By VIVIAN GURROLA-AMISSAH Staff Writer This year marked the 27th anniversary of the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) community that brings awareness to individuals who celebrate who they are and the importance of coming out.

“National Coming Out Day” honors those who have revealed their sexual orientation and continue to support those who have yet to “out” themselves.

Since 1988, the LGBTQ community celebrates Oct. 11 as a day of recognition for people that are coming out, regarding their sexual orientation and inspire those who have yet to come out.

Laverne Cox, from the Netflix hit series “Orange is the New Black,” as well as Caitlyn Jenner are two of the many celebrities that took part in the social media recognition for the day.

There were more than 329,597 Twitter and Instagram posts on Oct. 11 about “National Coming Out Day,” ac-

cording to Leigh Cuen of vocative.com.

“Coming out is different for every gay or bisexual person,some experience a lot of pain and anguish while others, acceptance is a joyous time,” stated gay life expert Ramon Johnson.

“National Coming Out Day is a day that brings awareness to those who are out or ready to come out and celebrate who [they] are,” said student Fel McCoy. Coming from a religious family background, McCoy revealed herself about three years ago and now feels sure of who she is. McCoy considers herself “pansexual,” someone whose attraction is not limited by biological sex or gender identity.

“It means a day in which people [like me] get to embrace themselves for who they are. Also an extra push for those who have stayed in silence about their sexuality,” said student Jessica Garcia.

“This day affects me because the world we live in is slowly [showing] sexuality as something that shouldn’t be a secret and you shouldn’t be afraid or ashamed for who

you are,” continued Garcia.

The Supreme Court decision made earlier this year regarding same-sex marriage was a breakthrough point that brought power and equality to many communities all around. In today’s society we are in a place where LGBTQ people are more accepted.

Many communities and campuses around the world band together to celebrate achievements and continue to promote awareness for many individuals.

“Posting pictures, [using] social media and just showing pride for what you believe is right,” said student Sehmar Abraham when it comes to finding different ways to celebrate National Coming Out Day. CSUSB is home to the Pride Center, which is an open and safe environment where students can discuss and be open about themselves with supportive faculty and students ready to listen.

This day gives people an opportunity to open up and share their stories to the world. It’s a process but many believe it has been the best accomplishment of their life.

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Premenstrual Syndrome

Once a month, women go “crazy” for 30 days

By MIREYA RODRIGUEZ

PMS

Staff Writer

ing is not a myth; it is a fact. W h i l e men have a hard time believing in the symptoms of PMS, they are real and affect women everywhere of many ages.

Premenstrual Syndrome is a set of symptoms connected to the menstrual cycle. According to Womenshealth.gov, these symptoms start to occur one to two weeks prior to menstruation. ion.

In most cases, PMS disappears ears after menstruation but it can last until the end of it too.

For some women, these symptoms will not really affect their daily life, while others can find it hard to handle daily tasks.

PMS is caused by several factors, according to Womenshealth.gov. One of the causes is hormones. The fluctuaation of the hormone levels affect ect some women differently than oththers.

Another cause can be brain chemical changes.

Some of the most common n symptoms include acne, sensitive breasts, fatigue, e, insomnia, upset stomach, bloating, headache or backache, cravings, muscle or joint pain, lack of concentration ncentration or memory, irritability, moodiness, anxiety, ety, and depression.

“If cortisol is high and serotonin otonin is low, you’ll seek carbs and fats, but really heavy duty on the weets like chocolate simple carbs -- sugar-based sweets D M bli bars,” said Pamela Peeke, MD, Master off P Public Health.

Among the top cravings women have during

PMS are chocolate, sweets, carbohydrates, and salty foods, according to Kate Leinweber from GaiamTV. com.

“Chocolate definitely helps my wife during her time of the month,” said Lane Huffman, a Palm Desert Campus student.

When I asked how he felt about PMS, Huffman said “there are a lot of stereotypes attached to PMS, and men use it against women,”

“Women are more in touch with feelings and their attempt to communicate during PMS and their period, but men do not buy the “PMS” explanation,” added Huffman.

O h One off the many negative connotations that he has heard to describe women during this time of the month is “bitchy”.

Ece Algan, Ph.D. from the Communications Department also feels that, “bitchy, moody, grumpy, angry, irrational” are used to describe women during PMS. “Whenever a woman expresses her feelings and needs in a very demanding or assertive way in the workplace, which is still mostly male-dominated, the assumption is that she must be PMSing or menstruating,” said Algan.

Algan believes that ssuch an assumption “which labels women irrational, results in men ignoring or discrediting w women’s ideas, needs, and demand demands in the workplace, and even in their personal, family live lives”.

“Our media, which mirro rors the values of our patriar archal society, further reinfo force this by creating story lin lines that stereotype PMS,” said Algan.

W What many women and men do not know, however, is that 2 to 10% of women with a period have Premenstrual Prem Dysphoric Disorder, or PMDD, a severe sever type of PMS, according to WebMD. The symptom symptoms, while similar to PMS, can be extreme enough to impede work, activities, and relations, according tto WebMD. Women have a higher risk of PMDD if they th have a genetic history of depression or postpartum postpart depression, according to WebMD. While some men ste stereotype women and their PMS or period, women do in fact go through a menl every month, h and PMS does exist before struall cycle their period starts, in one way or another. We can’t just “walk it off.”

Love letter to doughnut lovers Mimi’s Donuts & Ice Cream is totes yummers

By CHRISTINA RANEY Staff Writer

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imi’s Donuts & Ice Cream, conveniently located just minutes from the CSUSB campus, is the place to go for all your sweet tooth cravings.

Located at 4000 N. University Pkwy unit 4012, Mimi’s is open 24/7. Mimi’s, named after the owner’s wife, is a perfect place for the doughnut lover in all of us.

It’s a great place for a study break, late night sweets run as well as family ice cream trips or dates. Mimi’s is small, but there are a lot of seats in the restaurant as well as some seats outside, for those beautiful days.

The restaurant is well-lit. They had some Halloween decor, as well as some coffee and friendship quotes above the mouthwatering display of doughnuts.

The restaurant is very clean and the staff is friendly; they make you feel welcome as soon as you walk into the shop.

“Accuracy, efficiency, courtesy, and show are what I strive for my restaurant to be,” said owner Rudy Kheir.

They offer fresh baked donuts, scoops of Thrifty ice cream, hot and iced coffee, a variety of croissants, cream cheese bagels, as well as a doughnut ice cream sandwich.

Yes, you heard that right.

They cut your choice of doughnut horizontally, place one or two scoops of the ice cream of your choice on the bottom portion of the doughnut, then place the doughnut top on the ice cream—this is a doughnut sandwich.

You can also get drizzles of caramel or chocolate on top of your doughnut ice cream sandwich to make it delicious, as well as a picture-perfect post to Instagram and Facebook.

At Mimi’s, they have the traditional doughnut flavors like glazed, chocolate with sprinkles, maple bars, chocolate bars, twists, chocolate twists, doughnut holes, powdered, strawberry glazed, cinnamon rolls, among others. They also have donuts with the classic glaze, topped off with

Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Fruit Loops, and Fruit Pebbles, which provides a different spin on the standard glazed doughnut.

Now, here comes the important thing to us poor, struggling college students: are prices student friendly? I will answer that gladly, yes, the price is right for the delicious food.

Mimi’s Doughnut Sandwich is $3.59, and the Two Scoop Sandwich is $4.59. One scoop of ice cream is $1.69, two scoops is $2.59, and three scoops is $3.59.

While now they are offering donuts and ice cream, in the future Kheir plans to expand their menus. “I want to add Kolaches, which are sausages inside of a pastry, as well as ice cream smoothies,” said Kheir.

At the moment, Mimi’s doesn’t have WiFi, but that’s coming soon.

“We will have a 10 percent discount for CSUSB students, but things need to work out with the cable company first,” said Kheir. Mimi’s Donuts & Ice Cream is definitely the place to satisfy your craving for a sugary snack.

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Single-scoop doughnut ice cream sandwiches are $1.69.

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we’re all sinners Peter denied Jesus thrice before the rooster crowed; he stepped outside and wept bitterly.

Welcome to Catholic guilt.

By SANDY RODRIGUEZ Staff Writer

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atholic guilt is described as “relating to inherent imperfections and daily failing that cause a person to feel that he or she is isolated from God and unworthy of reconciliation,” according to wisegeek.org.

Many people raised Catholic are taught of faith and sin as children.

As they grow, they feel remorse for things they do or have done due to their religious teachings.

“Many churches and faith-based organizations teach that sin and transgressions have separated people from the love of God or other deity, but the Catholic Church has a reputation for emphasizing this separation perhaps more vigorously than others,” according to wisegeek.org With 1.2 million believers, the Roman Catholic Church is the largest religious denomination in the world, according to study. com.

Pew Research Center stated approximately 20 percent of the United States identify themselves as Catholic.

Catholic teachings profess that we are all sinners and there are many ways to sin.

“Sin is an offense against reason, truth, and right conscience; it is failure in genuine love for God and neighbor caused by a perverse attachment to certain goods. It wounds the nature of man and injures human solidarity,” according to vatican.va.

An anonymous student said that after having sex with her boyfriend, she would have to wash her body “at least four times” due to shame.

“I loved my boyfriend and I loved sex, but enjoying it so much made me feel even

more guilty. I couldn’t go to church. I steered away from my very religious family and my religious friends. In a way I isolated myself,” said the anonymous student.

Student Rose V., a makeup industry employee, said she has felt remorse at work when taking samples.

“When me and my [coworkers] want something from the ‘gift section,’ we discreetly take it. In my head, it isn’t stealing, but it is,” added the anonymous student.

Surges of Catholic guilt occur even for the smallest of mistakes, actions and even circumstances out of the hands of the person experiencing the guilt.

Student Andre Bellamy feels guilty when he doesn’t respond to a text quick enough or screens his phone calls.

“When people on the street ask for money, I feel insanely guilty. I give them a couple of bucks when all I really want to do is give them my life savings, which really isn’t much more,” said student Jorge Davalos.

Some scholars linked this sort of religious-based guilt to obsessive compulsive disorder; however, the results are far from conclusive, according to thecrimson.com.

Lapsed Catholics, those who were raised Catholic but no longer believe or disagree with a main tenant of church doctrine (but still believe), also experience Catholic guilt.

“Whenever I tell white lies, I can’t seem to function for the rest of the day. I don’t apologize. I just sit there and suffer, taking it like a man,” said lapsed Catholic Michelle Nguyen.

It’s important to remember that to some extent guilt is a normal, healthy thing, but forgiveness and looking beyond can transform us.

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deal breakers

Where do you draw the line?

By SARAH JOHNSON Staff Writer

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oughly 50 percent of American adults are single, according to Public Radio International, which is a 28 percent increase from 1950.

You’d think with all the advances in technology, social media, and online dating sites, this number wouldn’t be so high, right? Wrong.

With technology making it so easy to meet any and every one, we’ve become somewhat picky, selective, or stuck up— whichever way you choose to look at it.

“There’s a little paradox-of-choice problem. You have so many different options that it’s easy to find the flaws with each one,” according to Eric Klinenberg, sociology professor at New York University and author of “Going Solo: The Extraordinary Rise and Surprising Appeal of Living Alone.”

Whether it’s one thing or 50 things, we all have our limits that make us no longer wish to pursue a person. These are what we call deal breakers.

I’ve found that men and women share

a variety of deal breakers, some as serious as religion or political beliefs, and some as seemingly silly as whether they’re a dog or cat person.

A CSUSB alumnus, who prefers to remain anonymous, said her deal breaker is when a guy is balding and tries to hold onto what’s left of his hair. “Just shave your head, it’ll look way better!” she said.

Student Maria Sanchez stated her deal breaker is “when a guy spends more time in front of the mirror than I do.”

Student Cindy Ayala has more of a legitimate deal breaker. She stated, “if you can’t have a serious conversation about something, one of our passions, regardless if we have different likes or dislikes, that’s a deal breaker.”

“I think my biggest deal breaker is someone who isn’t family oriented, or doesn’t get along with his mother,” said student Merissa Nadeau.

“If she can’t cook that’s a deal breaker, only because I love to cook and that’s just one of those grown-up things people still have trouble with,” said student Mingo

Vera.

Any sort of cigarette, vapor, or marijuana use was also a trend in the deal breaker list. Student Lacey Cantu said, “cigarettes, weed, whatever. I can’t.”

Students also noted that being rude to the wait staff while at dinner is an immediate deal breaker, and a lousy tipper is the cherry on top.

“I can’t date the princess type. If she seems as though she’s waiting for prince charming to come by and sweep her off her feet, I’m stepping aside and letting her wait,” said student Aaron Myers.

I personally couldn’t date a guy who takes himself too seriously.

If you can’t laugh at yourself or my humor, then get out of here; I provide plenty of laughter on my own.

There are a lot of deal breakers, but I think there are places to compromise when you really like someone.

At the end of the day, if the only thing you don’t like about a person is the fact that they like cats and you like dogs, you may need to re-evaluate your priorities.

When a guy is balding and tries to hold onto what’s left of his hair. “Just shave your head, it’ll look way better!”

Sleep with your phone? Me too For better or worse, social media has become a prominent aspect of college students’ lives.

By CASSIE COUGHLIN

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Staff Writer

hether for education or socializing purposes, seldom do college students find themselves not using some form of social media in their day-to-day activities.

According to the Wakefield Survey published by the Huffington Post, “99 percent of students reported having at least one digital device.

While laptops were the most common (93 percent), many students now own smartphones (78 percent) and tablets (35 percent).”

Whether it’s the social aspect or the fact that it’s easily accessible, smartphones seem to take on the role as the most used technology device among students.

This could be because social media apps, such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat, allow students to stay up to date with friends and acquaintances.

In regards to social media, student Rebekah Deponte said, “I have a hard time keeping in touch with people, especially in college, so it’s helpful in that aspect.”

Social media’s ability to give live video and picture updates of friends and family, especially those that live far away, is a luxury that many enjoy.

claimed to check their devices every 10 minutes (up from 38 percent of students in 2011).”

Professor Smith has witnessed this aspect of social media among her students as well.

“I was teaching an improv class and had someone check their phone on stage. At first I couldn’t believe it, but then I realized they feel an actual need to do it,” said Smith.

The constant checking of phones may leave some feeling the need to have their phones near them at all times, even when they sleep--snuggled under their pillows.

Research done by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation on Millennials reported, “80% sleep with their cell phone next to the bed.”

The desire to be on their phones and stay up to date with social media can be distracting for college students, especially when they have other things to focus on, such as school assignments and work.

In response to this negative aspect of social media, Deponte said, “When I find myself just on Cassie Coughlin | Chronicle Photo there to kill time, that’s when its not effective. I feel like I’m killing brain cells.”

Other negative components have emerged they can always be talking through social media,” said about social media over time, including its use to bully others and the lack of privacy that can surround it.

Smith.

Despite various beliefs regarding social media, there For some college students, the ability of constant upis no denying that it is a major force driving the lives of dates gives a desire to check social media periodically.

According to the Wakefield Survey, “47 percent many, particularly college students.

Professor Johanna Smith not only enjoys the fact that social media has allowed her to reconnect with a high school friend, but she also enjoys that it positively benefits her stepson.

“My stepson is constantly using social media to talk to his friends, they rarely meet face to face, but I love that

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2015

PlayStation turns 20

By NICHOLAS WHITT Staff Writer PlayStation’s 20th anniversary has arrived, giving us a celebration of play.

Sony has drastically morphed the idea of home entertainment since the arrival of its first console, the PlayStation in 1994.

It also had enough impact to change the way consoles were built and run.

The PlayStation was one of the few consoles that successfully brought the ability to play CDROMs on consoles, replacing cartridges and the act of blowing into them all day so they work— eventually. It also gave some of the first 3D ingame cut scenes from video games.

Francisco Cuevas, current PlayStation owner and Coyote stated, “The PlayStation was the greatest console of its time, with having a targeted audience of not only adults but also children too.”

Sony’s second console the PlayStation 2 (PS2), released in 2000 and brought new ideas to the industry of video games with not just upgraded hardware, but the ability for a console to read DVDs—the only console at the time.

The PS2 was also home to popular video

games such as Final Fantasy XI, Kingdom Hearts, Crash Bandicoot and Ratchet & Clank.

Sony’s PlayStation 3 (PS3), with its release in 2007, featured improved graphics, HDMI support, Blue-ray capabilities, and also 3D Blue-ray support.

PS3 had many people eyeing it since the cost of Blue-ray players were $500 and above around that time, which made the PS3 lower cost of most Blue-ray players since it started $499 at release.

The PS3 also had a large impact on Sony fans, finally offering a solid, reliable online multiplayer setting, with servers and all, similar to Microsoft’s Xbox Live. The PS3 also came with extra supportive items.

For instance, the ChargeLink Cable allowed you to charge your controllers when you’re in the middle of a game, which its competitor, the Xbox 360, did not ship with the console.

Dustin Scroggins, Sony enthusiast, said, “The PS3 might not have had as a large impact on the online community compared to the Xbox since it joined later in the game, but the PS3 was meant to

focus on all players.”

“The PS3 was not just for post-Sony fans with its release of new game franchises but for also newer fans to become Sony fans with new game franchises, such as Infamous, Uncharted, Journey and The Last of Us,” added Scroggins.

Sony prevailed again with the announcement of the PlayStation 4 (PS4), since Microsoft’s announcement of the Xbox One had a major backlash.

According to VG Charts, the PS4 has sold almost double the amount of consoles with 13.9 million Xbox Ones sold and 25.4 million PS4s sold currently.

It appears Microsoft has even given up on trying to outdo Sony in the console war.

In a discussion at the 2015 GeekWire Summit, Phil Spencer, Head of Microsoft’s Xbox Division and Business executive, was asked a question on whether Xbox One could outsell PS4, he said “I don’t know. They have a huge lead and a great product.”

Well done, Sony, well done.

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2015

RedBull Motocross Event

Chronicle Photo | Luis Escobar

Redbull brings motocross to the Pomona Fairplex with their second annual Straight Rhythm event. The event featured Ryan Dungey, Vince Friese, Jordan Smith, Shane McElrath, Jessy Nelson and brothers James, and Malcom Stewart.

LUIS ESCOBAR Staff Writer Racers like brothers Malcom and James Stewart were both able to succeed in each of their classes with Malcom winning first place in the lites class, and James receiving the first place prize of the open class.

The Stewart brothers and other racers, like Ryan Dungey all made the crowd jump out of their seats in each of their appearances.

Redbull successfully put together their second annual motocross drag race event, Straight Rhythm, which took place on Oct. 10 at the Fairplex arena in Pomona.

Straight Rhythm gathered hundreds of motocross fans to see their favorite athletes compete.

The purpose of this upcoming sport is to put athletes to race in a straightaway over jumps, flat tops, and rhythms instead of the usual course in off road races.

These competitions consist of a one on one battle with each racer attempting to surpass the other within a 2,500 feet dirt strip built with 74 jumps and rhythms.

The participants in this event know the consequences of any mistakes, the speed needed to stay ahead of their opponent, and skill they need to maintain a smooth ride throughout the course.

Any minor mistake in this sport has major consequences.

With eagerness to win a match, athlete Vince Friese over calculated one of his jumps which inevitably forced his face directly into his bike’s handlebars.

His head bounced off the bars with

great force, the gasps from the crowd showed just how horrific this moment was.

Fortunately, Friese was able to get back in the match and finish his run.

With semi finals as one of the most important stages, the racers were giving their all in hopes to receive a spot in the finals.

When Malcom faced Jordon Smith in a finals qualifying match, not a single person was in their seat.

Malcom and Smith were neck and neck for the entire 2,500 foot race.

There was a one hundredth of a second difference between the two when they finally made it to the finish line, with Malcom taking the victory.

With this intensive race, the crowd was definitely roaring with excitement to see one of their favorite competitors make it into the finals.

The second final’s slot was yet to be filled with a race between Shane McElrath and Jessy Nelson.

With a final qualification prize on the table for this match, both pushed their bikes to the limit, but McElrath was successful in crossing the finish line just a few seconds before Nelson This was not the first match where McElrath showed his superiority over Nelson. McElrath was able to pick up various wins over Nelson throughout the competition.

The final between McElrath and Stewart had the crowd’s hearts pounding.

Although both riders came into the race with great speed and skill, Stewart was able to keep a healthy lead over Nelson, crowning him champion of the lites class.

Volleyball continues winning streak Soccer fights hard but falters Continued from Pg. 16

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Coyote fight a mighty battle against the Warriors to the very end.

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CSUSB’s volleyball team keep record strong for finals.

during the 70 minute mark.

Four more shots were made by the Coyotes in an hard attempt to score, but did not prevail.

“We just had a very hard time connecting that final pass which would lead to more chances on goal[s].

We value the team as a whole, but we were missing Melanie Aguayo, who is a key goal-scorer,” said Griego.

Finally at the end of the game during the 87 minute mark, the Warriors scored on the Coyotes ending the score with the

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round.

The Gators could not find that spark to get the win, falling in the final round to Coyotes 25-16. The loss, ended the Gators three game winning streak.

The Gators had a .126 hitting average on the evening, with 32 kills and 19 attack errors.

Their record dropped 7-9 overall and 5-4 CCAA. CSUSB senior player Alexandra Torline said, “We worked hard together as a team and it showed tonight.”

Torline reached double figures with 11 kills and Nicholson at 10.

Coyotes Christner, O’Brien and McIntosh each had a total of 8 kills for the night.

Leading the Gators on the attack was junior Taylor Brownlee. Brownlee finished the night with 12 kills on 33 swings for a .273 attack percentage.

Jaclyn Clark was second on the Gators with 8 kills on 23 swings. Catherine Feathers led the Gators with 24 assists, Jaclyn Clark was tops on the team with 15 digs.

The Coyotes are now looking for 15 win of season, and making their way to the top.

Warriors winning 2-1.

“I noticed we were playing like individuals instead of a collective team.

That’s why our rate of possession was not the best, but that’s also why we lost to Stanislaus,” Griego said.

“It was certainly not our best game.

Not even close,” said Griego, recapping the game. Currently, the Coyotes record is 4-6-3 with only five games left.

The Coyotes still have more chances to make up for the loss against the Warriors.

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Sports

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Sports

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2015

Men’ s soccer Coyotes battle Warriors to tie ends in tie SIERRA MARRERO Staff Writer

After a hard fought battle on the field, Coyote’s women soccer lost against Stanislaus State Warriors with a score of 2-1.

On Friday Oct. 9, at the Warriors Stadium, the Coyotes began the game with hard offensive pressures from the Warriors.

At 23 seconds into the game a quick shot was attempted by Warriors midfielder Gabby Squarcia, but was blocked by Coyote goal keeper Emily Whyte.

Briefly within the next minute, a foul was called on the Warriors.

Continuing on the battle, the Coyotes were insistent on keeping their defense strong, blocking two corner kicks and one shot on goal.

While the pressure continued, the game intensified as the Coyotes took the lead with a goal, showing the Warriors their offense was hungry for goals.

Coyote defender Denae Verdine managed to dribble from about midfield all the way to inside the box for an impressive goal.

Although the goal caused the Coyotes to take the lead, it only encouraged the Warriors to continue to pressure the Coyotes with their offense, which totaled six shots and two corner kicks.

“There were times when we had possession, then five seconds later, they would have possession. We had some trouble

YESICA CHAVEZ Staff Writer

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Tired and under pressure, women’s soccer used all their strength in an attempt to beat the Warriors but fell short. switching the point of attack, which would lead to a higher rate of possession or at least goal scoring opportunities,” said midfielder Cassidy Griego.

Griego mentioned that the Warriors did a “pretty good job at pressuring” them and having them adjust to different areas in the field, so it definitely was a hindrance for the Coyotes.

After the first half ended with the Coyotes in the lead, the Warriors brought

it to a tied game from a goal made by Warriors player Jade Poon and was assisted by Squarcia.

Poon was able to turn the defender in the box at the right post and then scored.

Fighting hard, defender Kiersten Miller went in for two strong corner kicks following the Warriors’ goal, along with teammate Nicki Argentieri who later attempted another strong corner kick Continued on Pg. 14

Coyote volleyball shuts out Gators ANISSA VASQUEZ Staff Writer Coyote volleyball continues to dominate this season, winning 3-0 over the San Francisco State Gators when students filled the Coussoulis Arena Friday Oct. 9.

From the start of the game you could see the determination in the Coyotes to win.

Coyotes produced their best attack percentage of the season; the Coyotes hit .380 on 46 kills, 11 errors in 92 attack in their 25-20, 2516, 25-16 victory over the Gators.

Student Sara Loza said, “The game was amazing! You could have seen the outstanding teamwork that our team had. We out-skilled and dominated the San Francisco team consistently throughout the game.”

Coyotes improved to 14-3 overall and 7-2 in the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA).

Coyotes started with the serve in round one, followed by a kill by Malika O’Brien, which gave an early lead.

The Gators tied the round up just as quickly as the Coyotes could get the points. The team went back and forth, and tied at 6 a service error when Coyotes gave the Gators the lead for the first time in the round. Kills late in the game from Lauren Nicholson, O’Brien, and Brenna McIntosh gave the Coyotes the open shot to win the round.

Coyotes won the first round 25-20.

The momentum from the first round showed in the second as O’Brien and Nicholson each had four kills in the second to key a .419 average effort on the attack, which is the offensive action of hitting the ball. In the second round Coyotes had 16 kills, while Gators had 13.

A serve from the Gators with a score of 14-19 gave the Coyotes all the fire they needed in taking a 5 point lead, ending the second round with Coyotes 25-16.

It was the first volleyball game for student Jasmine Olmos, who said, “I’ve always been into sports, but not too much into our school athletics. I really enjoyed seeing other students supporting our team. I will be going to many more games!”

Going into the third round the Coyotes were ready to take the sweep, however the Gators were not going to go down without a fight.

Going back and forth, the Gators and Coyotes battled it out in the final Continued on Pg. 14

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Sophomore Amanda Reifer enthusiastically celebrates a very good play.

oyote’s men soccer gave a tremendous fight, but unfortunately had to settle for a draw against California State University Stanislaus Warriors on Oct. 9.

Coyotes were hungry for a win and dominated possession of the ball the entire first half of the game.

Eager to score, sophomore midfielder Tony Lo gave the Coyotes a 1-0 lead in the first half after he stole the ball from a defender and had a one-to-one shot with the goal keeper.

“We had more control over the game,” said Lo. Although the Coyotes didn’t lead the first half in shot attempts, they were able to keep the lead in the first half.

The Warriors reacted quickly and came back with a fight during the second half of the game.

The Warriors tied the game in the beginning when Rafael Chavez assisted Jose Ramirez in scoring, which resulted in tying up the score.

The pressure quickly rose in the second half.

At the 67 minute mark, the game was 1-1, until a cross from senior midfielder Jose Gonzalez was mishandled by a Warriors defender that crossed the goal line for an own goal, making it a lead for the Coyotes 2-1.

The Coyotes defense struggled to maintain control over the ball, as the Warriors out-shot the Coyotes 9-4 in the second half.

With a 2-1 lead Coyotes then lost control in the last 10 minutes, when Warrior’s Gerardo Cazares stole the ball from Coyote defender and tied the game 2-2.

Junior midfielder Diego Casillas attempted to score in the last minute, when Warriors goal keeper Russ Klabough came in with the save.

The Coyotes attempted to make a winning goal and take lead of the game again, but unfortunately ran out of time.

Lo said, “for the most part of the game they [Warriors] were chasing us, all it took us was one mistake to tie.”

Both teams combined had a total of 42 shots, but the Coyotes out shot the Warriors 7-5 in overtime.

The Coyote’s goal keeper, Ivan Sanchez, had a total of five saves throughout the game, opposed to the Warriors goal keeper Russ Klabough whom had six saves. “We played really well as a team, we are a good team, but I felt that we are unlucky when it comes to goals,” said Lo. Out of numerous shots, the Coyotes didn’t have the luck to lock in the win against the Warriors.

Senior midfielder Andy Reyes led the Coyotes in shots with four and seven shots on goal. Junior midfielder Diego Casillas came in second with three and ? shots in goal.

The Coyote’s men soccer has not won recently, but has tied three times in the last four matches making the Coyotes 3-3-3 overall and 1-1-3 in the California Collegiate Athletics Association (CCAA).