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THE INDEPENDENT STUDENT VOICE OF CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN BERNARDINO SINCE 1965
Vol. LV No. 7
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TUESDAY, MAY 31, 2016
By JANET CURIEL
#SanBerniedino
Staff Writer
“Bernie! Bernie! Not me, us!” echoed from over 5200 supporters at the National Orange Show Events Center in San Bernardino on May 24. Democratic presidential nominee, Senator Bernie Sanders visited Riverside earlier that day as part of a string of rallies across the state in an attempt to capture California voters and delegates for the June 7 primary. An ethnically diverse group of attendees, young and old, children and college-aged students lined the outdoor walkways for their chance to listen to Sanders message. While waiting, many were greeted by avid Sanders volunteers, and an appearance by political hopeful Steve Stokes, self proclaimed “berniecrat,” running for U.S. Senate as a Democrat. “Bernie is honest, he speaks unfiltered,” said Stokes. Sanders was introduced by Daniel Franziese, best know as Damien from the movie “Mean Girls,” and Kendrick Thompson from “The Vampire Diaries.” Enthusiastic supporters cheered throughout Sanders hour long speech, which discussed
topics such as a broken criminal justice system, mass incarceration of predominately blacks and Latinos, social security, minimum wage, overturning the “disastrous” Citizens United and corporate welfare. Sanders directly referred to Walmart and said, “Pay workers a living wage...wages are so low, that many of them need food stamps and Medicaid to survive.” One topic, which received overwhelming applause, was in regards to high student debt. “We are living in a competitive global economy. We need the best education and workforce in the world. We should be rewarding people who get their education not punishing them, “ said Sanders. With Sanders capturing as much as 84 percent of votes from ages 17-29 in some states, according to the Iowa entrance pole, many supporters are hopeful with the surge in voter turnout. “It is really rewarding going to college campuses and seeing everyone engaged, it feels very reassuring to me,” said registered nurse Sherrie Stoddard. Stoddard is a member of National Nurses United who travels with a coalition of nurses in support of Sanders in the Bernie Bus. Sanders also made a point to reaffirm the significance of the movement. “Here is the point; the whole country now understands, and the Democratic leadership must understand, that we and our ideas are the future of this country. And what that means is that our future of a nation based on social justice, economic justice, racial justice and environmental justice—that is the future of America,” said Sanders. One volunteer at the event, Kevin Ortiz, admitted he was initially a Hillary supporter last year, but once he heard Sanders speeches, began to participate in phonebanking for Sanders, attending rallies and debate watch parties. “He’s not letting people bully him around to Continued on Pg. 2
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The Student Mentoring Program wants to help undergraduate students reach success. The program uses peer support to encourage academic excellence. “It beneficial for students to become more confident in their academic careers and to get more involved on campus,” said student coordinator Barbara Herrera. There are approximately 1200 students and 44 mentors in the program. Students are paired up with a mentor who has the same major or college. It makes it easier to mentor students who are motivated, since it is a volunteer program.
This program is filled with students who want to either mentor or be mentored. “We are a volunteer program, so students have a choice to have a mentor,” said Herrera. About 30 percent of college students are first-generation, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. First year students will be guided and shown how things operate through this program. Students who were mentored in the past encourage incoming students to be a part of this program because not only do you get helpful information, but a lifelong friend. These mentors help guide them to certain resources that will help them ex-
Memory lane Students share favorite perspective-altering experiences at CSUSB. Photo courtesy FellowPhotographer
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Many students are unaware of resources that are available to them. CSUSB provides different resources such as free scantrons, computer lab use, advising and more. The mentoring center also offers utilities to students who are involved. “We have 2 computer labs, free printing and DVD rentals for those who need it,” said mentor Gabby Rodriguez. The student mentors want all their prodigies to succeed during their first year and the years to follow. A student really enjoyed the help she received when she first attended college. “I would encourage more students to join this program, it really helped me with the path I am still following today into my
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junior year,” said student Karina Duque. College can be a challenge to figure out how for those seeking success. “It’s a great way to figure out your first year and see how things operate,” said student Amanda Haun. It’s common for freshmen students to feel overwhelmed by the adjustment into college, so mentors do their best to lend a helping hand. They share experiences, advice and methods to make it easier on them. “It helps with stress relief but it’s a big brother, big sister type of program,” said mentor Sophia Fregoso Pena. This program has been extended to sophomore students so they can receive guidance further into their college career. Continued on Pg. 2
Individual voices Students opine about rape culture’s existence and its effect on society. Photo courtesy The Wooster Service
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