Fall Week 1 Issue 207.1 (Part 2) by CSULA University Times

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Sept. 29, 2014

Welcome back to school!

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15 Trends to Follow this Fall

Fashion

By Roxana Hernandez Columnist

Compared to the spring fashion shows, fall and winter runways showcased truly unexpected trends Traditional and modern met halfway, creating such beauty and balance that brought an unusual harmony into the clothes people wear today. From the fantastically brilliant minds that built up these clothes, we can now embrace florals year round, reintroduce the turtlenecks, revive the 60’s, and preserve velvet for years to come. Pull out your large sweaters, warm colors, and comfy knits because fall is here! 1. Florals: I bet you never thought you’d wear florals for fall, right? Me neither, but you’ll soon see the leaves falling outside, and the flowers will blooming inside—in your closet. Bring out the femininity in your style through means of fall florals. 2. Leather: You’ve seen the leather leggings and the leather skirt, but now its time to see the leather ensemble. Head to toe in leather is looking so strong and powerful, so you can imagine how it’ll make you feel too. The great thing about leather is that you won’t lose your personal style by wearing it.

3. Fur: I think it goes without saying that fur is one of the biggest foundations for style for fall/winter. This sinful luxury is definitely one that designers around the world would not let go of. Its rich tradition lives on, but this time around it has been re-modernized by very eccentric colors and lengths. Although there has been an ongoing controversy between fur enthusiasts, and fur protesters, it seems the enthusiasts are the ones winning this round.

4. Turtlenecks: They are back. The turtlenecks have landed and have come to settle. You will see all kinds of combos involving the turtleneck: fitted dresses, crop tops, chunky sweaters, knits, woven, you name it. The best part about this returning trend is that they are warm and they can be layered, so what better staple than this one to keep you happy through all the cold. 5. Gold Sparkle: Beware of the sparkle clothes. You DO NOT want to look cheap, so watch those hemlines and fitting measurements. The gold and sparkle are already attention grabbers. Having another attention grabber like too much skin or too many accessories can make this million-dollar garment look 99% less.

6. Dress-Over-Pants: A new up and coming trend is dress-overpants. If you might be up for this challenge, the designers would love to see a change in pace in the layering world.

7. Sixties: Swinging back in time, we have that decade of baby doll dresses, mini-skirts, high boots, thick eyeliner, doll faces, and bright colors making a return. Who said fall season wouldn’t be fun?

8. Volume: Go big or go home! Want to go to a formal? Want to have a cozy movie night? Want to go out and discover the world? Well, don’t forget to buy your ball gown dress, wide and oversized turtleneck, and voluminous puffed up coat, because it is all about looking larger than life this fall.

9. Knits: Needless to say, we turn to our warm knits during cooler times. Whether its scarfs, pants, sweaters, tops, or hats, you’ll be fitting right in the trendy season with this very simple but functional staple.

10. Feline Print: Something as ultra-femme as this would only work with a distinct personality. In my opinion, only a few can pull off animal print, and even fewer a sophisticated feline print garments. Now, dare you wear feline?

11. Muffs: You know those fur uni-hand warmers from the movies portraying the late 1800’s and early 1900’s? Those are back this season, and not looking as outdated as you think. The bright colors and varied sizes of these furry muffs have rejuvenated something as old as the muffs. 12. Boots: It’s almost impossible to turn down a good set of well-made boots. It’s nothing out of the ordinary coming in, but boots sure have a new feel to it with sixties styling. You could see the models strutting down the runway wearing their very cool mini-skirt paired up with every style from knee-high down to ankle. 13. Sheerness: It is fall, but the current weather doesn’t feel the seasons change. For those hotter days and warmer nights, the perfect trend to follow is wearing clothing with varied sheerness. A little peekaboo here and there won’t hurt if you wisely choose the placement of the sheerness. It can truly transform your look from boring to scoring. 14. Velvet: This polished textile is regal in any color, and its opulence demands cold, bold, and gold. Give it any less and you’ll risk looking cheap, but give it richness and attention and you’ll be up on the same pedestal as this magnificent textile. 15. Colors: There is not much to say about the colors of the fall, except that there is a mix of spring and autumn colors balancing out together in the shades of: Sangria, Bright Cobalt, Aluminum, Misted Yellow, Cypress Green, White, Royal Blue, Radiant Orchid, Aurora Red, Mauve Mist, Cognac, and Black.

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EV Charging Stations Brings Sustainable Solutions On Campus

CAMPUS

By Angeline Bernabe Staff Reporter

New Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations are now available on campus! With initially only two ports available on campus, there are now fifteen ports available that drivers have the option of using, which are located at different areas on campus. The project to bring EV Charging Stations began in 2010, and after recently receiving a grant from the Department of Energy to fund more stations on campus, Engineering Professor, Dr. David Blekhman, and Director of Parking and Transportation Services, Carmen Gachupin, collaborated to make the vision of more charging stations on campus a reality. Following the push for sustainability on campus, these EV charging stations are expected to influence the way students see the future by exposing them to new eco-friendly technologies. Dr. Blehman, who recognizes the fact that not many students have Electric Vehicles and uses the EV stations as a teaching tool in his classes says, “Staff and Faculty who have these vehicles are pioneers because they adopt this technology for people in the future to use.” Staff member, Sarab Singh, who uses the EV stations on campus frequently for his Toyota Prius also explained, “Students get the opportunity

to learn about this technology. So if they don’t have an Electric Vehicle, they’ll at least be exposed to it.”

marks to say compared to the old charging stations that were first present on campus.

In addition to exposing students to this new type of technology, they also hope that these stations will help students understand the benefits of Electric Vehicles in the future. Singh mentioned, “there are federal and state rebates for students to explore on all these new technologies including electric and hydrogen.”

Sarab Singh mentioned, “Before two weeks ago, we only had four charging stations, and sometimes, I would have to wait, and it would take me until the end of the day before I could park my car and charge it. Since we have enough now, I don’t have to run around for a vacant spot.”

By using the app called, ChargePoint, one can locate an EV charging station on campus and charge their vehicle for a couple hours at no cost. The system, which is cohesive with other EV stations at other locations, will operate the same way by using a ChargePoint card to unlock the station. Gachupin explained, “We wanted to stay with ChargePoint so that the users will just have one app and will be able to see all the stations.”

CSULA Tech Consultant, Glenn Rehl, who is a fan and dedicated user of Electric Vehicles, says that the charging stations have been very convenient and affordable for him, “The mileage doesn’t affect me too much, so I can charge on campus for free, get home, and it doesn’t affect me in terms of needing to get gas or anything.” Rehl explained that power is instantaneous with an electric car, and has learned to be a conscientious driver over the years of driving electric vehicles.

Another incentive for EV drivers along with these CSULA ChargePoint Stations being free of charge is that they have the option of parking their vehicle at a station all day to fully charge. CSULA EV Charging Stations are not limited to faculty and students to use, but are open for the public to use. Since these new stations have just been recently installed, those who have used them over the summer have had nothing but positive re-

Prius charging at one of the EV charging stations. |Photo by Angeline Bernabe

Vehicle charging in parking lot C |Photo by Angeline Bernabe

With these new

pieces of technology on campus, it has sparked inspiration to keep moving forward toward eco-friendly solutions and ideas on campus. After much discussion of ways to improve the EV charging stations, solar canopies and DC Fast Charging Stations

were other possible ideas. On a positive note, Dr. Blekhman mentioned, “In the nation, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations are something that is developing… This is the most progressive campus in the state, and we’re already halfway there.”

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Opinion ¿Soñadores en la guerra? El número de deportaciones incrementa día a día, las oportunidades para nuestra juventud se reducen, mientras que el sistema militar incrementa segundo a segundo. El gobierno brinda ayuda a sus habitantes sin documentos legales a través de múltiples opciones que sólo benefician al sistema del país, y no a las personas como seres humanos. El pasado jueves 26 de septiembre, el Departamento de Defensa de Los Estados Unidos anunció el acceso de jóvenes indocumentados a sus grupos militares. Los requisitos se basan en la elegibilidad de inmigrantes con habilidades particulares, por medio de “La acción diferida para los llegados en la infancia” (DACA, por sus siglas en ingles). Estas habilidades consisten en tener conocimiento de otras

lenguas, primordialmente del árabe, chino, y/o persa. Otra de las destrezas que los “soñadores”, mejor conocidos como ‘DREAMers’, requieren para ser elegibles consiste en su dominio del campo médico. El programa de ‘Acceso Militar en el Interés Nacional’ permite por vez primera la incorporación de inmigrantes indocumentados a filas militares, dándoles la “oportunidad” de obtener la ciudadanía en un tiempo mínimo de tres meses. Pero, ¿Es esta oportunidad accesible y equitativa para los jóvenes? El número de jóvenes que califican para DACA es extremadamente bajo; el cambio de pólizas no permite la accesibilidad equitativa para jóvenes inmigrantes indocumentados debido a los requisitos necesarios. La inversión que EE. UU

tiene en su servicio militar únicamente conduce a más guerras y menos educación. Tratar de reforzar la base militar estadounidense por medio de la necesidad económica y social de otros individuos, sólo creará más violencia y problemas socioeconómicos en el país. La liberación del sistema en que vivimos consiste en fomentar la educación. El país no necesita más muertes y familias separadas. ¡Educación y vida, no militarismo y muerte! -Xanni Valentín Chavira

La Onda les da la bienvenida a todos los estudiantes que regresan a CSULA este trimestre. Les deseamos un año exitoso y no se olviden de leer La Onda todas las semanas. Sus comentarios serán bienvenidos para mejorar la calidad de La Onda. A todos los interesados en escribir para este semanal les recomendamos que se pongan en contacto con nosotros y que nos sigan en nuestras redes sociales.

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EVENTOS PROXIMAMENTE

Lunes 29 de Septiembre INVOLUCRATE 2:30-4PM No se pierdan un evento lleno de diversión donde podrán conocer a todas las organizaciones de CSUL.A. Habrá juegos y, por supuesto, regalos a los estudiantes que asistan. ¿Dónde? Justo afuera de la librería de CSULA

Martes 30 de Septiembre ABRIENDO PUERTAS 3:15PM El centro de recursos de Chicano/Latinos abre sus puertas al cuerpo estudiantil de CSULA. Ven a conocer al personal que estará a cargo de este centro, conoce los programas y maneras en que este centro te puede ayudar en tu carrera, y maneras de mantenerte involucrado. ¿Dónde? En el segundo piso de University Student Union

Jueves 2 de Octubre HAPPY HOUR IN THE PIT 12:00PM Tomate un descanso y ven a disfrutar una hora entera de palomitas gratis, premios de rifas, y por supuesto música en vivo. No te olvides de invitar a tus amigos ¿Dónde? En el sótano de USU

Sábado 4 de Octubre VIVE TU VIDA! 8:00AM-1:00PM Los estudiantes tendrán la oportunidad de apoyar la fundación (MAOF) Mexican American Opportunity Foundation. Se les pide a los estudiantes que ayuden al personal a facilitar exámenes de salud gratuitos y actividades físicas. El transporte y el almuerzo serán proporcionados por el U-SU. Para más información visitor: www. Getupgetmoving.org /los-angeles-ca.html ¿Dónde? East Los Angeles Civic Center

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Over the Sea and Back Again Feature

music performance. Some people always complain Marrian Zhou that classical performances Contributer are too dull to watch, but these young musicians’ inIn London, U.K., there novative performance has are still classical musicians proved to us that classical performing at the Market music could be very fun to Place. watch and even to get you on the dance floor. The performances are continuous and as a bystander, As a classical Saxoyou can always come here phone player, I asked myin a sunny afternoon for a self, ”Why can’t my quarlittle ease of mind. With a tet do something cool like glass of Champagne, a side that?” The way we have of delicious snack, and a always performed is the sitgood company, relax and let ting-down concert setting, Bach or Brahms handle the why can’t we give it a little rest. spice? What’s special about this London street scene is that in Los Angeles, we mostly see jazz and pop street performers instead of classical musicians.

Is it truly because we are following the traditions or we are just too close-minded? A lot of people have criticized that classical music is like a cage for our musical imagination, howevThese London musicians er, the only ones who have performing at the Market been limiting us are we the Place are fairly young, full musicians. of passion, and they add on formation changes and I feel inspired in this indance steps into classical

novative land and I have so much more to discover and learn. I truly hope when my study abroad journey is over, I will be able to bring back what I’ve learned here to save our classical music and to inspire more musicians to break out of the box. I have traveled overseas hoping to find my passion that was once lost, and here in this modern and sophisticated city, Bach has shown me the way back.

Photo Courtesy: Marrian Zhou

Marrian Zhou is a junior majoring in Public Relations and Instrumental Performance. She is studying abroad in Rome, Italy for the fall semester through AIFS. Her blog about studying abroad can be seen online at csulauniversitytimes. com.

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Back to School Recipes

LIFESTYLE

Taylor Preza Production Manager It is that time of year again! As we all head back to CSULA to continue our education, most students donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have extra time when it comes to cooking meals for themselves. As students, we turn to easier and unhealthy eating options while balancing jam-packed schedules, moving into new apartments or dorms, getting all the necessities ready for school, and working. However, I am used to having my mother cook for myself all of the time. So when I moved into the dorms as a freshman at CSULA, I was not prepared to live on my own. I had to eat a whole lot of take-out, ramen and pizza. That is, until my family started to notice how unhealthy my diet was.

Ever since then, I have been learning some family recipes, surfing the web or Pinterest for simple, fast, easy and healthy recipes. As students, as you know, it can be extremely difficult to find the energy and time to make a decent meal. This is exactly why I will be sharing you two of those simple recipes. Trust me, they will make your life 10 times easier and healthier. The first is a recipe from my grandma. Growing up in Hawaii, a lot of our dishes contain rice and meat! This one has been in the family for as long as I can remember and personally, it is my absolute favorite!

Hamburger Stew:

Serving size: 3

Cook about 3 cups of rice Stew pot Vegetable oil 1 lb ground turkey 1 small can of tomato paste 1 can of tomato sauce 1 small white onion 1 can of vegetables (corn, peas, green beans or any to your liking) Pinch of pepper, salt

Preperation: Cook 3 cups of rice separately Oil pot for stew Brown the ground turkey Cook chopped onions with ground turkey Cook vegetables with ground turkey in onions Add pinch of salt and pepper Put tomato paste in Mix tomato sauce in Cook on low for 10 minutes, while mixing everything together This second recipe is one I found from Pinterest. It is a way healthier alternative for pizza lovers and I hope you enjoy!

Zucchini Pizza Boats: Serving size: 1 1 medium zucchini 2T pizza sauce 8 slices of turkey pepperoni Âź cup 2% mozzarella, shredded Nonstick spray

Preparation: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with nonstick spray Slice each zucchini lengthwise into 2-3 strips Lay zucchini slices on baking sheet Spread pizza sauce the length of zucchini Lay 4 slices of pepperoni onto each slice Cover with cheese Bake about 10 minutes

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Sept. 29, 2014

CSU Student Creates Addictive App

LIFESTYLE

By Carol Venegas Web Editor Summer for college students can be a time for internships, working, or even more classes. However, it can be a time where vacations, concerts, or relaxing at home occur. Some leisure activities students might enjoy would be reading, catching up on television shows, and playing video games. One particular game app called Bouncy Buzz for Apple iOS has caused a stir. Even though its simplistic nature isn’t hard to grasp, Bouncy Buzz is quite addicting and tricky. Ibram “Sunny” Uppal, current CSUN student and creator of Bouncy Buzz, has the scoop for the app.

What degree are you currently attaining? What do you want to do in the future with your degree? I am currently attaining my Bachelors degree and am in Junior standing at CSUN, and I hope to either continue developing for iOS or work for the company that builds my favorite Sound Editing Software.

Why did you create Bouncy Buzz? What was the purpose? I created Bouncy Buzz as a summer project just for fun and really to see if I could make a game from start to finish by myself. I was getting offers to build more websites after the one website I made for the fraternity and thought I actually would rather make something for myself than be hired to build a site for someone else. I was learning to program through online research and was particularly fascinated by iOS devices because of how clean the code was. This summer was the first time I had ever touched iOS programming and after making a few apps based on tutorials I decided to venture off the grid and make something from scratch without any instruction and Bouncy Buzz was the result of that effort.

As a student past of the Computer Science Department, what sort of ideas, concepts, or studies do you think helped benefit your education? I think being able to think critically and logically about problems makes for a faster more efficient workflow not just in computer science but in any area that you might deal with in daily life. I think classes like Algorithms and Logic play a key role in how we think and should be emphasized more in other areas of study than just computer science.

What was your inspiration for Bouncy Buzz? Bouncy Buzz was inspired by the hugely popular game Flappy Bird, the simplistic playing style did not take away from the level of fun and in my opinion made it that much easier to learn and share. Because of these factors and how it was as simple a game as games get I decided to make something similar but in my own style. I based my character design on pixel characters from games I’ve played on Nintendo GameBoy way back. The terrain was actually my pixilated version of Vasquez Canyon, which many in the So Cal Los Angeles region who use the freeways might be familiar with. Vasquez Canyon does have a very Martian feel to it on its own.

How long did it take to create Bouncy Buzz? Who else help create it? To program the game make all the pixel art and make all the sounds took me a week, and I was the sole creator of the game from all media including artwork and sounds, to the code and programming, but my dad did come up with the name. Thankfully with my background in music I had exposure to things like sound and photo editing software before and could now use those for something else. To be honest I had no idea that those skills would overlap and I would get to use my music knowledge to help develop game sound effects and as I am discovering now game music.

What are your passions/hobbies in life and do they influence your education in CSUN? i.e. your major, your department, etc. Computer science is really an art. Yes there is a lot of coding, languages, variables, number and formats, but really what you do with computer science is limitless and discovering all those different pathways is an adventure. I am a musician and the jump to computer science doesn’t seem readily apparent but really to me it couldn’t be a clearer choice.

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Calendar SEP 29- OCT 4

week ONE 1Wednesday

29Monday

30Tuesday

On exhibition until Oct 25 in the Luckman Gallery

Student Success Fees Open Forum Golden Eagle Ballroom, 3rd Floor U-SU

2:30PM Week One

3:15PM Abriendo Puertas: Life at the Chicana/o Latina/o

12PM Julie Orser: Madeline

Bookstore South

3:15pm Bobalicious: Asian Pacific

Islander Student Resource Center Open House Asian Pacific Islander Student Resource Center, 2nd Floor U-SU

2Thursday

3:15pm Mixing it in with the Gen-

der & Sexuality Resource Center Gender and Sexuality Resource Center, U-SU 2nd Floor

3:30PM Week One Bookstore South

6:15PM Anita: Speaking Truth to

Power U-SU Theatre

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12:30PM

Student Resource Center Chicana/o Latina/o Student Resource Center, 2rd Floor U-SU

3:15PM Carnegie Junior Fellows Program Information

Session King Hall D1047

3:30PM Week One Bookstore South

7PM

Womens Volleyball CSULA vs. Dominguez Hills Eagles Nest Gym

4Saturday

8AM U-Care: ยกVive tu vida! Get Moving! East Los Angeles Civic Center

facebook.com/CsulaUT

9AM Benefits Fair

Golden Eagle Ballroom, 3rd Floor U-SU

12PM The A.S.I.

Experience Main Walkway in front of the Bookstore

3PM

Screaming Eages Meet & Mingle Los Angeles Room, 3rd Floor U-SU

3:15PM

Crew Love: Black Faculty/Staff & Student Mixer Los Angeles Room, 3rd Floor U-SU

All day

The Legacy of Ruben Salazar:A Man of his words, A Man of His Time JFK Memorial Library, First Floor Exhibition Area.

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