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Global Arts Fest draws students from across Los Angeles for a day of creative artistic expression.
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Anthony Karambelas Staff Reporter One million patrons, seventy-two countries and one mission; The Luckman Fine Arts Complex at Cal State LA has long been regarded as an artistic hub. Each year, their gallery and theater pull from world-renowned singers, painters, musicians and performers to excite the community in artistic celebration. Founded in 2009, Luckman’s Global Arts Fest has united students from across Los Angeles County, offering many of them a first-time experience into artistic collaboration. During events and performances, the sounds of high schoolers cheering one another on may pierce through the Luckman auditorium, but it’s a sound that makes the administrators who run the show smile: “By doing this, we’ve kind of seen them come together as a
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The hardships of love represented through the art of dance.
team; they want to learn more because it’s all about having fun and when they’re at a younger age, it’s really about showing
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For every Luckman presentation, they also host an outreach event, appropriately dubbed LuckmanPlus.
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NEWS Food for Thought long-term will help protect against cognitive decline. Other sources of Omega-3 fatty acids can be obtained from nuts and seeds, especially flaxseeds, walnuts, and chia seeds. Vegetables high in Omega 3 include broccoli, spinach, kale and Brussel sprouts.
Dietary guide to staying healthy and energized during finals. Danielle Nava Contributing Writer
The daily addition of fruits and vegetables that are high in antioxidants also improve brain function, such as blueberries to improve short-term memory loss. Cranberries, prunes, raisins, blackberries, strawberries, kale, spinach and broccoli are also high in antioxidants.
With finals week here, there are various ways in which students are strategically preparing to pass their exams. Many students will invest their time in making flash cards and study guides, hiring tutors or meeting with study groups. While these are all great methods to use, the foods that individuals consume are just as important, improving cognitive brain function and clarity during exams. Our brains require a continuous supply of glucose and oxygen for metabolism; since our brains rely on the energy we get from foods, the types of foods that are converted to neurons are additionally important factors that influence brain function. For those who would like to improve their memory, concentration and energy on exam day, follow this guide for optimal “brainpower” during
Coffee or tea will make you feel energized and alert on exam day, since it contains caffeine, and is a great source of antioxidants. Dark chocolate is also a good source of caffeine. However, do not consume too much caffeine as it could backfire, increasing anxiety and stress levels on exam day. Lifespan.com
finals week and incorporate these brain foods below.
a daily diet ahead of time, since change cannot occur overnight.
Before we begin, it’s worth noting that the foods we will cover work best in combination with one another, as each food provides a different function. It is also important to begin incorporating these foods into
First, incorporate foods that are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon or sardines into your diet 2-3 times a week for normal brain function and development. Omega-3’s improves memory, and in the
Include foods that are rich in B vitamins to improve memory function, concentration, and reduce stress levels. The vitamin B-complex including Vitamin B12, thiamine, riboflavin and niacin work together to help facilitate energy production and metabolism. Significant sources of B vitamins include fish, poultry, shellfish, dairy products, whole-grain or
enriched breads, oats, fortified cereals, dark leafy green vegetables and legumes. Our tip for the reader is to get creative with the foods above and combine them in various ways. Try whole-grain oatmeal, with a splash of milk, berries, topped with crushed walnuts or ground flaxseeds for breakfast! This would provide a good source of B vitamins, Omega3’s and antioxidants. Chia seeds could be added to drinks, overnight oats or puddings with fruits and nuts of choice. Practice combining fruits, vegetables and other foods into your juices or smoothies. You can also try smoked salmon for breakfast with eggs, spinach and whole-grain toast. Customize your own trail mix with nuts and seeds (Omega 3’s), raisins or dried cranberries (antioxidants) and dark chocolate (caffeine boost) for the perfect snack. Lastly, not only will these foods help you stay on top of your “A” game for exams, but by continuing to incorporate these foods into your daily diet, they will have long-term advantages that will protect and prevent the brain from diseases as you continue aging. Keep these brain foods in mind as you prepare for finals. Good Luck, Golden Eagles!
Grad 2025: Initiating Success CSU’s Graduation 2015 Initiative helps students to graduate amid difficult circumstances.
20 percent actually ever do attend a four-year university. Furthermore, 3 percent of them actually graduate with a degree. Cal State Northridge alumnus Demontea Thompson has been a foster youth since birth; he spoke of his experiences as an Educational Opportunity Student (EOP) Student:
Mike Nelson Staff Reporter Foster kids are far less likely to enroll in and graduate from college, according to the U.S. Department of Education. The CSU Graduation 2025 Initiative is a program intended to help students graduate and ensure they receive the necessary opportunities in order to succeed in school.
“We had liaisons in every part of campus. Being Resilient Scholars meant we had special access and a network of support. The generosity of administrators on campus inspired me to change my major from business to student affairs so that I could help others like me.”
Part of this initiative includes helping former foster youth, as well as providing resources to students who wish to attend a higher education institution. Specifically, support includes: housing, peer support and financial aid. According to the CSU website, 93 percent of foster youth say that they want to attend college, but only
The Resilient Scholars Program is a peer-support organization that helps students who need the emotional support to attend school.
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Thompson ended up going to USC for his Master’s Degree for administration and student affairs. Today, he serves as the Resident Director of Housing
at Cal State LA. He spoke about what he hopes to achieve as director: “My goal is to change the narrative of foster youth. I acknowledge that there aren’t a lot of people in higher education that look like me, so when I see others who look like me, I want to lift them up.” In similar fashion, University of California campuses participate in the campus support program, College Pathways, which serves to guide foster students through higher education and helping them achieve their academic goals. Success stories like Demontea Thompson are an inspiration for many foster youths. These CSU programs continue to develop and benefit more students each year. For those who don’t know of these options, they may be left to fend for themselves. However, those who learn have resources at their disposal. To learn more about how CSU helps foster youths, please visit: https:// www2.calstate.edu/attend/ student-services/foster-youth.
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Metrolink: Prices are Going Down! The metrolink has decided to drop fares by 25 percent starting July 1. John Montoya Contributing Writer Starting will offer reduction customers
July 1, Metrolink a 25 percent fare to all Metrolink riding from San
Bernardino-to-Los Angeles. The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, which is a sixcounty commuter train service, wants to appeal to new riders; it will provide almost $2 million in order to cut fares over the next five years. According to Metro, between 2013 and 2018, Metrolink ridership has declined by 16 percent. Statistics show that the weekday riderships have topped at 11,426 in 2013 and have dropped to 9,580 this year.
“Improving Metrolink ridership and service is critical to our joint goals of reducing congestion, improving our air quality enhancing mobility in the basin,” -Hilda Solis
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congestion, improving our air quality and enhancing mobility in the basin,” said Hilda Solis, Metro board member and Los Angeles County Supervisor. The program’s funds will also benefit students at Cal State LA. Specifically, students have access to a Metrolink station that is located at the south end of campus near interstate 10 and Express Cafe Shop. “I think this would be a good advantage,” said Emily Sandoval, freshman anthropology major. “College is expensive as it is, so we shouldn’t have to worry about transportation. That should be the least of our worries.” Students have benefited from having a stop at school and now are excited about the fare reduction program: “It's definitely necessary,” said Alejandra Gotayvargas, art major. “If transportation is expensive, it makes it hard for students to get to school. I wouldn’t have made it to school last semester if it wasn’t for the Metro program. Having a discount only benefits me, so I think it's a great thing.” As the University’s Summer Session will begin soon, the new discounts will be valuable to many students commuting to and from campus.
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Huelgas de maestros en varias partes de la nación TEMAS NACIONALES
Se cancela el “TPS” para hondureños
Beneficiarios del TPS por país de origen Crédito de fotografía: Federal Register vols. 81-82
Honduras se prepara para reintegrar a sus ciudadanos Por Eduardo Ramos El pasado viernes 4 de mayo, el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional de EE.UU. (DHS, por sus siglas en inglés) a través un comunicado en su página web anunció el fin del Estatus de Protección Temporal (TPS). Dicho comunicado indicaba que el programa, que desde 1999 amparaba en este país a más de 44.000 hondureños afectados por el huracán Mitch, se decidió cancelar después de una revisión de las condiciones ambientales relacionadas con el desastre. Recientemente también se cancelaron los TPS para países como Haití, Nicaragua y El Salvador, mientras que el caso de Honduras se mantuvo en suspenso hasta la fecha mencionada. Ahora a los hondureños protegidos por este programa se les dará un plazo de 18 meses para resolver su situación migratoria o enfrentar la deportación. Los gobiernos de los dos países involucrados en este acuerdo de TPS estarán colaborando durante el tiempo de plazo para que todo fluya de la mejor manera para todos. El DHS estará trabajando con el Departamento de Estado y el gobierno de Honduras para ayudar en informar adecuadamente a las partes interesadas y así facilitar una transición ordenada.
Por su parte el gobierno hondureño aprovechará este tiempo en preparase para recibir y readaptar a sus ciudadanos. Luego de enterarse de la decisión, la secretaria de relaciones exteriores de Honduras, María Dolores Agüero, publicó un comunicado en el que reconoce y agradece la solidaridad de Estados Unidos por recibir a miles de hondureños por alrededor de casi 20 años. Ahora bien, en Honduras no todos están muy seguros que el país esté listo para recibir de regreso a sus compatriotas. Grupos de derechos humanos, por ejemplo, aseguran que el país no tiene condiciones para facilitar adecuadamente el retorno y que la situación allí se agravó tras la tormenta tropical Hanna y las recientes epidemias de dengue y chikungunya. Aunado a ello, en la actualidad, el país enfrenta inseguridad alimentaria, crisis de vivienda y lucha cotidianamente contra la violencia generada por grupos criminales y pandillas. Por otra parte, de acuerdo con datos oficiales publicados en el diario por internet BBC Mundo, “las remesas que envían los hondureños desde Estados Unidos representan más del 20% del PIB del país centroamericano y en el año 2016 ascendieron a los US$3,800 millones.” Posiblemente por esta razón la canciller de Honduras, María Dolores Agüero, “aunque admitió que se trataba de una decisión soberana del gobierno de Donald Trump, lamentó "profundamente" la cancelación del TPS para los hondureños”, según el diario.
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Exigen un aumento en los salarios y mejores condiciones laborales Por Claudia Landeros En febrero comenzó en el estado de Virginia Occidental una huelga de profesores para exigir un aumento salarial, mejoras en las condiciones de trabajo y más fondos para continuar con los programas extracurriculares de sus escuelas. Después del paro laboral y las negociaciones, lograron un aumento en el salario del 5%.
Apoyo a los maestros de Arizona. Crédito de fotografía: Rick D’Elia
Esto motivó a que otros estados decidieran hacer lo mismo. Los primeros fueron Oklahoma y Kentucky, que estuvieron en paro laboral parte del mes de marzo y principios de abril, seguidos después por Arizona. El sindicato de maestros de Oklahoma pedía un aumento de $10,000 para profesores por tres años y $5,000 para personal de apoyo, pero la gobernadora de ese estado, Mary Fallin, firmó la aprobación para un aumento de $6,100, lo que equivale a un 17% aproximadamente. Este es el primer aumento salarial a los docentes en diez años.
Movilizándose a nivel estatal, marcharon hasta el capitolio exigiendo un aumento del 20% en los salarios para el 2020 y que otorguen más fondos para la educación. Algunos profesores comentaban que no obstante que les pagan tan poco, ellos tienen que poner de su bolsillo para comprar materiales escolares que necesitan para sus clases porque no hay fondos que cubran eso. Otros se quejaban de que ha habido recortes en programas extracurriculares muy importantes como música y arte. La legislatura estatal aprobó el presupuesto y los profesores regresaron a sus aulas a dar clase el 4 de mayo.
Por su parte, los maestros del estado de Arizona se fueron a huelga el 26 de abril.
Pero ahora el panorama pinta borroso para el distrito escolar de los Ángeles, en
California. El sindicato representante de los maestros está planeando una huelga laboral para el 15 de mayo que durará 24 horas, para protestar por lo que ellos consideran “prácticas laborales injustas”. Con un aproximado de 30,000 miembros sindicalistas, en esta huelga estarían participando docentes, asistentes de maestro, trabajadores de limpieza, choferes, entre otros. Todo indica que ya van varios meses de negociaciones entre LAUSD y el sindicato de maestros SEIU y no logran llegar a un acuerdo, por lo que no les dejan otra salida. Falta aún saber que escuelas serán las sedes de la huelga.
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Vladimir Putin es reelegido presidente de Rusia irregularidades como el caso de urnas llenadas ilegalmente o como ciudadanos trasladados en autobuses para votar bajo presión, sin derecho a un voto libre.
El mandatario ruso logró llegar al poder por cuarta ocasión Por Yeraldín Estrada Vladimir Putin es elegido presidente de Rusia por cuarta ocasión y tomó posesión de su cargo el pasado lunes en una ceremonia en la sala de San Andrés en Kremlin. En el lugar estuvieron más de 6,000 invitados entre ellos ministros de gobierno, diputados y senadores, autoridades civiles, eclesiásticas y militares. El presidente agradeció a los ciudadanos su apoyo y tras la toma de posesión de su cargo dijo, “considero mi deber y el sentido de mi vida hacer todo por Rusia, por su presente y futuro, de paz y progreso; por cuidar de nuestro gran pueblo y de su desarrollo, por el bienestar en cada familia rusa y quiero otra vez decir gracias por el apoyo sincero que
Vladimir Putin, presidente ruso. Crédito de fotografía: Press Service of the President of the Russian Federation
ustedes, ciudadanos de Rusia, me brindaron”. El apoyo de la gente de Rusia fue notable ya que en las encuestas hechas en el mes de marzo más del 50% de los ciudadanos estaban a favor del partido de Putin. A pesar del evidente apoyo del pueblo ruso, la oposición puso en cuestión el resultado de las elecciones ya que se denunciaron muchas
Inclusive, hubo manifestaciones en contra del líder político y detuvieron alrededor de 1,600 manifestantes entre ellos uno de sus opositores, Alexei Navalni días antes de que se le otorgara su cargo. Los arrestos a las personas que estaban en contra de Putin, en su mayoría, fueron hechos en Moscú pero no lograron más que mostrar su descontento ante los resultados de las elecciones. El presidente está consciente de la inconformidad de algunos y ha prometido hacer su mayor esfuerzo para mejorar la seguridad y al país en general. Vladimir Putin tras este gran logro llegará a estar en el poder de Rusia por 24 años, sumando las tres veces anteriores, cada una de ellas de seis años.
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Q: Are group projects worth it? “Yes, I think they’re very beneficial so you’re not the one doing all the work--you’re kinda split and everyone can specialize in one task.”
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“I mean, I’m a film major so group projects are everything. You have to be good in a group. I know a lot of people who hate group projects because most people are lazy; I mean I’m lazy too, but you gotta get the job done right?”
“I think they’re beneficial for real life because you have to work in groups in real job settings.”
Jonathan Hinojosa Kinesiology
“They’re very controversial among students. It’s hit or miss for me; its either I love a group project but it all depends who I’m working with. If it’s fun, people I say ‘okay, cool’, but if other times its with people who don’t do work; then that’s when I feel group projects fall apart.”
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“I hate ‘em. I don’t like ‘em!why? Because I have to depend on four or five other people to get something done that I can get done in two days.”
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Group Projects: Worth the Stress? Working in a group can be productive for some; however, for others, it’s more trouble than it’s worth. Adriana Sanchez Contributing Writer As the semester concludes, it seems as though everyone is rushing to finish up group projects. For some, this is an easy way to complete an assignment; however, for others, they would rather work alone. It may seem great to team up to collaborate on an assignment, but sometimes working with peers proves to be challenging. When contributing to a project, the success of the group truly depends on its members. Third-year communication students Leslie Carballo, Brian DeLeon and Kevin Ramirez-Lindao recently teamed up together to complete a video presentation on the social judgement theory for Dr. Kate Kurtin’s Communication Theory course. The three were friends prior to the assignment and received a successful grade on their presentation. “If you have a good group you can actually get things done, but if you have a group that isn't really willing to help you, then it turns into more of this anxiety because you've got to do this on your own,” said Lindao. Unlike these students, not everyone has friends in the class or get to choose their team members. “Group projects are usually with people you don't know, so you have to get to know them, get over that awkward stage and then start to work together. I think that's the hardest part. It gets even more difficult when people don't
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Many students have had instances when they were the only person participating and others are given similar credit for work they did not do. Although this may happen, these projects are intended to teach valuable lessons. It is important that students are exposed to these sort of experiences
“I’m not afraid of confrontation. I make the group know that it really bugs me when people don’t contribute because I have been in groups where no one has done anything. give their input, then kind of having that conflict and having to address it, but not wanting to come off as mean or controlling,” said Lindao. The purpose of a group is to work as a team, but it is ineffective if each person cannot pull their own weight. Often times, more conscious students find themselves pulling the weight of the members in order to save their grade. Some may stress and take on the assignment themselves and others may just have inactive members. Sometimes it just takes persistence to get others to start. “I’m not afraid of confrontation. I make the group know that it really bugs me when people don’t contribute because I have been in groups where no one has done anything. I make sure they get their parts. I’ll tell them that I don't care if I sound rude or anything, but that they need to help with their work,” said Leslie Carballo.
because interpersonal communication is a critical skill in all job fields. “Group projects teach us how to communicate. It enables us to meet new people and collaborate–this helps in the future. I know my job; we work with people all the time, so you have to get accustomed to it,” said Brian DeLeon.
Correction: Bon Voyage International Students! The article printed in the May 7 issue about the Bon Voyage party stated that Dr. Eric Bullard is the Associate Vice President for International Programs and Social Engagements. He is also the Dean of the College of PaGE and Dr. Sonja Lind is the Education Abroad Coordinator. Bullard has directed the programs not just study abroad. The photo caption read “International students posing with props," however all five students in that photo are actually Cal State LA students who are about to study abroad.
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May 14, 2018
University recognizes student leaders who are making a difference on campus. Melorie Cruz Contributing Writer
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"I’m here to complete school and I am here to lead the future of America.”
Last week, Cal State LA’s Student Leader Awards honored student leaders, organizations and advisors by recognizing their contributions and the hard work that they have done to enhance the lives of students. The celebration began with President William A. Covino, who acknowledged the dedication and responsibility it takes to help others: “Many of us in the course of our lives have found ourselves in situations where someone or some group needed help and we stepped up to help out in one way or the other, and that is the kind of important leadership that we celebrate here at Cal State LA.” Covino admired the leaders’ achievements by pointing out why the University is the number one in the country for upward mobility: “You are the ones who have achieved the mobility and who continue to achieve that.” As the celebration continued, University Administrators announced the names of organizations nominated to receive an award. Mario Perez, Associate Vice President for University Advancement, spoke about how the Leadership Exploration Advancement Program “aims to engage students in the discovering of personal leadership identities through a variety of seven interactive sessions during the fall semester”. Other organizations such as Outstanding Community Service Philanthropic Contribution, Outstanding Scholarship Academic Program, Outstanding Contribution to Social Justice, Outstanding Student Organization Officer, Outstanding Student Organization Advisor and the New Student Organization of the Year Leadershape program were awarded and recognized
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Amie Alvarez, an award winner at the Student Leader Awards, proudly showing her certificate.
for their contribution to the University community. Veronica Garcia, a Cal State LA student who formed part of the Leadershape Program, shared her feelings on receiving an award: “It’s just a piece of paper to be honest; I feel that the experience is what I value the most, like going up on stage and seeing familiar faces.”
Aime Alvarez, a fellow participant and awardee, shared her experience in Leadershape and the trip made to Pali Mountain for a week: “When I joined Leadershape, I spent six days with 55 people and I felt honor to be there. Now that I am receiving this award, I feel honored; this award shows that I am here to complete my goal, I’m here to complete school and I am here to lead the future of America.”
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LuckmanPlus has also worked with visiting artists to construct oncein-a-lifetime opportunities for local students to interact with industry professionals. On May 10, students from three schools who had participated in LuckmanPlus events, celebrated their community engagement with a culminating showcase. Each performance incorporated a variety of dance styles ranging from ballet to hip hop. One piece charted the history of dance through time, beginning with a tap number performed to the Newsies’ tune “King of New York,” followed by some jazz, ballet, hip-hop and contemporary. “We were inspired from a dance dialogue workshop where we did African dancing and Bollywood dancing, and it’s just so inspiring to see dances from other cultures. And we just felt that this was a great way to connect to our past,” said a University student. LuckmanPlus doesn’t just focus on students; in the past, they have worked with senior citizens, foster homes and kids with developmental disabilities. Plus, they do double-duty for the University, heightening awareness about Cal State LA. “I’ll talk to people who have never been here before and they’ll say they had no idea this was so close to South Pasadena or how nice it is,” said Milos. “How lucky can we get?”