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Hundreds rally against cuts

Demonstration draws college comunity closer in statewide day of action Jonathan Roisman Staff writer

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get and proposed reduction information on Feb. 26, Leivas said two of them needed reworking because of typographical and numerical errors. Emphasizing that the numbers being worked with are estimates, he focused on setting reduction goals to offset the $4 million deficit. A 15 percent cut to the $6.1 million DVC spends on 38 management positions – eight of which are

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DVC’s Budget Committee will meet Friday to discuss recommendations for a 15 percent reduction in college managers, nonteaching staff and operating budgets to eliminate $4 million in “red ink” for the 2010-11 school year. Although the projected deficit is $5.2 million, classes were already chopped from next year’s schedule for a savings of $1.2 million. “We must downsize,” DVC President Judy Walters told committee members on Feb. 26. The college rallied to fight its “show cause” find-

ing by the Accreditation Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and now must do the same for the budget problems, Walters said. The Budget Committee includes managers, faculty, staff and students. It is part of a new, multi-committee structure formed in response to the Commission’s recommendations. It is chaired by Leivas and biology professor Ray Goralka. It will report its recommendations to Walters and the College Council, which will make the final decisions. Although the committee members received five documents covering different areas of the bud-

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DVC students “March Forth on March Fourth” on campus and in

ing students they’re not alone in their worries and concerns.” Hundreds of people atThe rally began at 11 tended a March 4 rally and a.m., with banners and concert at DVC to protest picket signs bearing slothe statewide budget cuts gans like “Fund education, to education. not imperial occupation,” The nearly four-hour “An injury to one is an inevent – which included jury to all,” and “Stop fee speeches from students, hikes, terminate Ah-nuld.” teachers, and political The chanting gave activists – ended with a way to the band Running march around the school Horse, which played a and extended across the number of cover songs, street to the sidewalk of before ceding the stage to College Park High School. Jeffrey Michels, president Afterwards, some partic- of the United Faculty, the ipants headed for a larger union that represents facrally in San Francisco dur- ulty in the three-campus ing the evening. Contra Costa Community “This is probably the larg- College District. est DVC rally in history,” Michels told the crowd said Frank Runninghorse, it was everyone’s civic rea longtime DVC student sponsibility to stop cuts to and member of Students education. for a Democratic Society, Other faculty and staff the club that sponsored speakers included stuthe rally. dent life manager Adriana SDS adviser and political Lopez, music professor science professor Mickey Glenn Appell, sociology Huff said he was pleased professor Andy Barlow, with the turnout. Jesse Thompson / The Inquirer “I think it’s raising awareSee SDS, page 6 ness,” he said. “It’s showSan Francisco.

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Governing board attacks deficit, axes three key positions for fall 2010 Scott Baba Staff Writer The latest targets for resolving DVC’s remaining $4 million budget deficit for next year include the

admissions and records director, the social sciences dean and the adviser to student government. On a 3-0-1 vote Feb. 24, the district governing board approved pink slips

for Admissions Director Ileana Dorn, Lynden Krause, dean of social sciences, and student services manager Adriana Lopez. Trustee Tomi Van de Brooke was absent

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and trustee Jess Reyes abstained. In later interviews, Krause and Dorn said their job responsibilities would be taken on by other administrators.

“I mean, there’s no longer a position,” Krause said. “That’s what that March 15 notice basically said: There’s no position for you in the new goround – in the new DVC.”

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Dorn said her responsibilities would fall under the purview of Beth Hauscarriague, the dean of See LET GO, page 6

Days until finals

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Barracks at Battery Spencer, located north of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Enclosed rooms covered in art at Battery Wagner.

Christian Villanueva highlights some lesserknown Bay Area destinations and cultural events in his column, “Bay Trippin’” Christian Villanueva Staff writer

The downpour slowed to a sprinkle, then to a mist and finally dissipated entirely at an empty turnout overlooking the Golden Gate. Far over the Pacific, a single ray of sunlight ripped a hole through the grey cloud cover, revealing clear blue skies. It quickly spread east to the shore and soon the entire bridge was visible and then the City. It was almost T-shirt weather in the Marin Headlands as an Inquirer photographer and I headed for Kirby Cove, a se-

cluded, red-sand beach that lies just west, almost in the shadow, of the Golden Gate Bridge. Seclusion is perhaps what is most beautiful about this place; most people don’t know it exists. Beginning at the top is Battery Spencer, a 100year-old structure where huge turret-mounted guns once guarded the Bay. Ignore this and start down the dirt trail to the right of the battery. About a third of the way down Battery Wagner appears. This battery has a series of dark, creepy rooms littered with empty alcohol

bottles and who-knowswhat that are fun to explore for a little spook. Up on top, graffiti artists regularly put up new murals, some quite beautiful. At the bottom of the trail sits Battery Kirby, just above the beach. Fragrant fennel plants have taken root in the cracking concrete. To the right of the battery, a small calla lily -lined stream flows into an old brick tunnel that pops out on the beach below and is passable most times of the year. The beach itself is unique in that the sand is red, its grains more like tiny pebbles. It drops quickly, and the current is

strong and the water cold. Yet on a warm day, a quick dip is possible. The sun sets on the beach before it sets on the horizon, which allows time for a hike up to Battery Spencer to watch the sunset. The views of the bridge and the Bay are incredible, and one avoids the tourists who crowd the vista earlier in the day. Kirby Cove offers a mix of history, modern art and, of course, nature. Most importantly you feel like you’ve gotten away from it all. Contact Christian Villanueva at cvillanueva@theinquireronline.com

The Golden Gate Bridge, above, as seen from Battery Spencer. Detailed murals, left, on concrete walls at Battery Wagner. View of San Francisco, below, as seen from Kirby Cove across the Bay.

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New exhibit focuses on the fundamentals Annie Sciacca Staff writer An exhibit opened yesterday in the DVC art gallery featuring the work of Jane Fisher, a professor of drawing and painting who recently joined the art department. Fisher’s collection in the gallery is titled Fur, Fish and Game, which, Fisher says, is the title of a sportsman’s magazine she remembers seeing during her childhood. As she prepared for her work, she explains, the title of the publication frequently came to mind. “The ‘fur,’ ” Fisher said in an email interview, “refers to the surface textures of many of the things I paint. ‘Fish’ is a reference to my name and one of my ongoing preoccupations in terms of subject matter.” The last part of the title refers more to Fisher’s view of people than a specific element of the show and hints at the nature of her personality. “ ‘Game’ describes an attitude I admire in people,” she said. The exhibit is the second show in the gallery of the spring semester, and it will act as an introduction to Jane Fisher, who is new to DVC but has been showing her art in public since 1984. Fisher’s collection features pieces in dif-

ferent painting mediums, her preference being oil paint. She has included a variety of water-based pigments, however, which, she says, helps her to consider the bridge between sketches and paintings. The earliest piece in the collection, Fisher said, is one inspired by a trip she took to Bali, Indonesia, in 1995. “I recently traveled to the Philippines,” she said, “and was often reminded of this painting.” Within her work as a whole, Fisher has included portraits of people and animals, still lifes, scenes from hotels and interiors, and scenes from events such as fairs. As a teacher, Fisher hopes to pass on to her students a love of learning. “I hope that upon viewing the show,” Fisher said, “students will see that with an understanding of the fundamentals, an artist is not limited. The possibilities are endless. I want to convey to my students that the more they learn, the more options they have and that learning never stops.” The exhibit will be in the gallery, which is open Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., until April 2.

hope that upon viewing the show, students will see that with an understanding of the fundamentals, an artist is not limited. The possibilites are endless. - Jane Fisher Artist

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Three of Fisher’s paintings, above, left and, far left, which will be on display in the art gallery, starting on March 10. Advertisement

Thursday, March 11, 2010

DVC teams running out of time Carrie Soldati Staff writer The latest victims of DVC’s financial crisis are the women’s and men’s tennis, cross country and track and field teams. All are eliminated, beginning with the 2010-2011 school year. “The response has been a sad one for our athletes, and the community is really upset about the loss, said Daniel Cruz, head coach of track and field and cross country. Cruz has coached for 39 years, the last nine of

them at DVC. The college faces a $5.2 deficit for the coming school year, because of the state’s budget problems. Of that total, $1.2 million was carved out of the 2010-211 course schedules, with the remaining $4 million still to come from other budget categories.

“The administration is not supporting athletics at DVC. That is the bottom line.” - Pete Benko Head coach of men’s tennis

Athletic director Christine Worsley said the teams were picked for elimination because they “affect the least amount of students.” But men’s head tennis coach Pete Benko took issue with the cuts. “The administration is

not supporting athletics at DVC,” he said. “That is the bottom line.” Head coach since 2007, Benko said the tennis team cut is particularly devastating, since DVC has the only community college team in Contra Costa and Alameda counties.

“Cutting sports was a bad idea,” said Sergio PerezSmith, one of the men’s tennis captains. “You want to keep the students concentrated in school as well as being healthy and active.” Both tennis teams begin tournaments and championship matches in April. They compete April 9-11 in the Big 8 Conference Tournament, followed by the Ojai Tournament in late April. About 20 cross country runners, men and woman, ran their last races at DVC this past fall.

As for track and field, 20 male and 12-15 female athletes just began their last competitive season at DVC. Next month, the teams compete in the American River Invitational, the Coast Classic, NorCal Multi Event Championship, and the Big 8 Conference Championship. DVC’s Track and Field Teams compete March 1112 in the Flex Day Meet at the College of San Mateo. Contact Carrie Soldati at csoldati@theinquireronline.com

Small team doesn’t stop short to cover all bases Curtis Uemura Sports editor The Vikings softball season was almost derailed before it began. With a roster of just 10 players, DVC is one injury away from the minimum needed to compete. “[They] have had several minor injuries like ankles, thumbs, sore arms and backs,” said head coach Angela Goularte. “The girls are working through those; they are a tough group.” With a 3-6 record on the year, the Vikings have played well, despite facing teams with more players. Third baseman Therese Gascon-Minton said she reminds her teammates last year was no different. “We hold each other up

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in some ways,” she said. Now the team heads into the ultra-competitive Big 8 Conference with a matchup March 16 against defending conference champions Sierra. “Last year was a real awakening for the powerhouses of the Big 8 Conference,” Gascon-Minton said. “They did not expect a fight coming from a tiny team of 10. They should expect the same heart, fight, and dedication if not more than last year.” When the team returned from the winter break, Goularte found she was down three players. “One moved and two decided not to play,” Goularte said. “They felt [that] they needed to focus on academics.” The Vikings suffered yet another blow when return-

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ing outfielder Leanne Cory suffered a major knee injury in January after colliding with a baseball player on the football field. Her injury dropped the number of active players to 10. And that’s when Goularte sent out emails and put up flyers around campus, asking if anyone was interested in playing. But Goularte said she had no intention of cancelling the season. “[We] never even thought of it or discussed it” she said. DVC is led by an infield full of returning players. Shortstop Jessica Pader, second baseman Brittany Herrera and Gascon-Minton all return for their second season. Outfielder Megan Souza rounds out the list of second-

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year players. “The entire team has really stepped up to get our season going,” Goularte said. “Returners are shining, and freshmen are filling in crucial positions. “Everyone is being flexible and willing to play multiple positions to get through each game.” With so few players

and only two pitchers – Gina McAdle and Raven Mostella-Andeson – the Vikings don’t have the luxury of everyone playing her natural position. “It gives us more of a chance to get to know each other and bond,” Gascon-Minton said. “We spend almost everyday together and we learn early Advertisement

how each other is, on and off the field.” The Vikings play their next games Saturday against San Mateo and Feather River at a tournament in Fremont. Contact Curtis Uemura at cuemura@theinquireronline.com

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Bad medicine: Mending wounds with cuts What did you think of the March 4 rally?

Candace Richards, 18 Photography Major “Not many people have listened to protestors in the past. Protests don’t normally work in government issues.”

Justin Velgus, 22 Undeclared “Yeah, it was a big turnout. I heard a speaker say this was the most politically active they’ve seen people at DVC.”

Lisa Kim, 19 Criminal Justice “From what I saw here, I thought there would be a lot more people based on what was advertised.”

It was just seven months ago that the last of the cash-for-grades trials concluded in a Martinez courtroom. In a scandal that rocked DVC and drew national and international media attention when it became public in 2007, a total of 54 former DVC students were charged with buying or selling hundreds of grades out of the DVC Admissions office for six years. The scandal landed DVC in the cross-hairs of the Accreditation Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and the school was in serious danger of losing its accreditation because of the lax oversight that allowed the grade sales to flourish. Yet on Feb. 24, the district governing board voted 3-1-1 to give a pink slip to the current director of admissions and records, who was hired away from UC Bekeley to bring credibility and stability to that office in the wake of such unwelcome notoriety. At the same time, it notified two other DVC managers of possible termination of their positions because due to a $4 million shortfall in the college’s 2010-11 budget. The Inquirer does not question the need to cut the jobs of managers during these difficult times. But we object to two of the board’s first three targets: Ileana Dorn, the director of admissions and records, and Adriana Lopez, student services manager and adviser to student government. No longer plagued with the lax oversight that led to the cash-for-grades scandal and

No pain no gain, piercing more than style “Take a deep breath.” It’s one of my favorite things to hear just before the skin bleeds. This 15“If you are doing it second adrenato be a rebellious line rush teenager...don’t waste precedes your time or money.” a process of mixed emotions. Anticipation: pacing around the shop while waiting for my signal to go to “the last room on the right.” Excitement: the butterfly build up and racing thoughts, “Is this going to hurt.” Clammy hands and the knowledge that I’ll leave with a new addition that fits my style. Since the recent opening of a tattoo and piercing shop in downtown Walnut Creek, I’ve enjoyed the experience of getting pierc-

Thorough reporting explains fee increase

RJ Panlilio, 17 Undeclared “I go to College Park right now...but we haven’t really heard anything about it now that it’s over.”

Interviewer: Annie Sciacca Photographer: Kate Vasilyeva

I believe The Inquirer does a fabulous job in covering hot topics for students. The Dec. 9 article, “Parking Fee Increase Looms Next Semester,” successfully covers the topic in its entirety. Under current economic conditions students have no choice with regards to fee hikes. Reporter Oksana Yurovsky does a wonderful job in advising students exactly where the increase is allocated. They will see that a majority of the $5 increase is paid to an outside vendor, which allows them to use their debit/credit cards to

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This appears to be short-sighted and foolish. Similarly, the possible termination of Lopez, newly hired in the fall semester, makes no sense. The responsibilities of these two positions are simply too important to be taken on by other managers. And the elimination of Lopez’s position would have a serious and direct effect on students. The improper campaigning and endorsement controversy of last year’s ASDVC leadership elections occurred when there was no student services manager and Bill Christopher C. Long / The Inquirer Oye, dean of student services, had to add those duties to his own. Believing that Lopez, in her pojeopardized DVC’s accreditation, the Admissions and Records Office is back on solid sition as student services manager, is a necessary bridge of communication between the footing under Dorn’s leadership. So we question why DVC is now threaten- college and the students, the ASDVC has ofing to cut a position they strived to fill well by fered to raise the 20 percent of her salary it hiring Dorn such a relatively short time ago. already pays out of its budget to 50 percent At the Feb. 24 meeting, the governing and is willing to go even higher. Considering the effects of overlapping board also approved the possible layoff of one dean and the retirement of two others managerial positions and unstable adminunder an early retirement incentive pro- istrative situations at DVC in the past, we strongly question why, at this time, the disgram. DVC President Judy Walters told the In- trict is choosing to cut these particular posiquirer that with the possible loss of these tions. At a time of such financial uncertainty for positions, the college’s management structure is bound to undergo change, with other public education, what we need to retain most is established and organized communiadministrators taking on extra duties. But to lay off the manager who helped re- cation and administration, particularly in postore credibility to Admissions and Records sitions that matter most to the reputation and Office and to add her significant responsibili- student life of DVC. ties to those of another dean?

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ings to the point that it’s becoming an addiction. I spent my last two birthdays getting an industrial, which is a horizontal bar that goes from one upper end of the ear to another, and a belly button and eyebrow piercing. But those are not the only ones. I have four piercings on my earlobes (two of which are gaged), and a nose ring. People always want to know, “Didn’t that hurt?” when I explain the piercing process. In fact, the amount of pain has varied with each piercing, but the industrial and belly button were the most painful. Piercings are not for everyone. If you are doing it to be a rebellious teenager and piss off your parents, or just think you might want it, don’t waste your time or money. The labor costs around $20 to $25. And on top of that, jewelry runs anywhere from $10 to $50. While you may be tempted to have your best friend pierce your tongue, it’s wiser to

pay for parking. After all, who carries around $2 or $3 in quarters? Debit card use is a convenient alternative to lugging around change or repeatedly receiving parking tickets. Though students will not be happy about any kind of increase, it may be helpful to remind them that DVC is the best value for a low cost, consistently ranking as the No. 1 transfer to U.C. Berkeley. When reminded of benefits such as this, it helps the reader to put things into perspective, and a $5 increase does not seem so bad!

have a professional do it. Otherwise, you could end up in the hospital with an infection you don’t even want to imagine. On the plus side, piercings are a great conversation starter for those awkward, silent situations. Many times I’ve made new friends just from comparing gages and other jewelry. Overall, they are a non-permanent, fun part of being young that will one day be a Morgan Renteria memory. Until Staff writer then, I plan to keep adding to the number of holes I put in my body. Contact Morgan Renteria at mrenteria@ theinquireronline.com

Language hurtful to survivors of abuse

I was very disappointed by some of the attitudes expressed in Julie George’s opinion piece, “Love should never be a battlefield.” While I agree that abusive relationships are a serious problem, and we need resources to help people who are in them, Ms. George’s use of victim-blaming language was inappropriate and counterproductive. Victims of abuse do not “allow themselves to be put in bad situations.” Abusers put them in Jaime Keane those situations. Victims of abuse are not “creatures of habit” who

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lack “the courage or will to leave.” Abusers are master manipulators who intimidate and coerce their victims into staying through threats, isolation and shaming Abuse victims stay with their abusers not because they are weak, but because they are afraid, and using language that blames and shames the victims for not being able to protect themselves only makes it more difficult for them to seek or accept help. We need to place the blame for continuing on the shoulders of the people who are responsible in the first place: the abusers, not their victims. Anita M. King Student Phone: 925.685.1230 ext. 2313 Fax: 925.681.3045 E-mail: inquirer@dvc.edu Web: www.dvc.edu/journalism www.theinquireronline.com majority opinion of the editorial staff. All signed columns and cartoons are the opinions of the writer or artist and not necessarily those of the Inquirer, Diablo Valley College of the Contra Costa Community College District.

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6 CALENDAR Thursday, March 11 UC Berkeley visits Counseling Office Drop In: 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Friday, March 12 History of Contra Costa Community Colleges M-101 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday, March 13 Men’s Baseball vs. Sacramento City College DVC Baseball Field 1 p.m. Horticulture Plant Sale Greenhouses 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Monday, March 15 – Wednesday, March 17 Speech and Debate Meetings PAC- 106 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Monday, March 15 – Saturday, March 20 Walter Crew Art Exhibit, “If Not Now – When?” Library Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sat. 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

ASDVC adviser gets ‘slip’ Ariel Messman-Rucker Editor-in-Chief The Associated Students of DVC will vote March 16 whether to spend nearly $100,000 from its budget reserves to save three key student services positions, including that of its adviser, Adriana Lopez. The district governing board approved pink slips last month for student services manager Lopez, as well as a dean and the director of admissions and records because of a $4 million budget deficit projected for the 2010-11 school year. Immediately following the vote, Bill Oye, dean of student life, began formulating a proposal to preserve Lopez’s position. “We can’t just keep cutting, cutting, cutting,” Oye

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outreach, enrollment and matriculation. Hauscarriague refused to comment on any specific details, saying that no Tuesday, March 16 CSU East Bay counselor duties had yet been determined. Annie Chandler will DVC president Judy answer transfer Walters emphasized that questions the notice only warned of Counseling Office potential job elimination, 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. as required by a March 15 deadline. By law, actual Jazz Club: Three notice of termination must Combos in Concert be given by a May 15. M-101 “Some districts opt to $7 in advance give the March 15 notice $10 at the door to all their faculty and staff Some tickets free in order to give themselves a certain amount of flexWednesday, March 17 ibility,” Walters told The InThe DVC Night Jazz quirer following the board Band meeting. “We’ve decided Yoshi’s Jazz Club & not to do that here beRestaurant cause it can be terrible for 8 p.m. show - $16 morale.” 10 p.m. show - $10 Walters declined to comment on why these particuThursday, March 18 lar managers were given Women’s Softball vs. notices, saying that this Santa Rosa Jr. College was more about dealing (conference game) with budget cuts than perDVC Softball Field formance. 3 p.m. “When you start to talk about [individual] people, Brown Bag Lecture: you can’t have that converNew Political Strategies: sation,” she said. Women and Minorities At its Feb. 24 meeting, in 2010 and 2012 the governing board also Elections approved the retirement of SU-204 two DVC deans under a re12:30 p.m. tirement incentive offered all district employees for Friday, March 19 – the 2010-11 school year. Sunday, March 21 Asked whether DVC’s Drama Performance management structure “Othello” would undergo a change, PAC given these retirements Friday – 8 p.m. and the possible eliminaSaturday – 8 p.m. tion the three managers’ Sunday – 2:30 p.m. jobs, Walters declined to give details, confirming Wednesday, March 24 only that there would be Business Boosters changes, most likely involvWorkshop ing fewer dean positions Community Conference and other administrators Center picking up the slack. 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. As a result of statewide $20/workshop budget cuts, DVC still $50/ three workshops faces a $4 million deficit, despite chopping courses from next year’s course schedule for a savings of $1.2 million ASDVC representatives came to the Feb. 24 govCLASSIFIED erning board meeting to PLACEMENT support their adviser, stuINFORMATION dent services manager Lo$1.50 a line pez. 2 line minimum. 32 charIn her plea to the governacters per line includes ing board, ASDVC Presipunctuation & spaces dent Lindsey St. Hill asked the board not to terminate Copy and payment due Lopez, as ASDVC believes the Monday before pubher to be an essential line lication date. of communication between the students and the colFor more information call 925.685.1230 ext lege. 2313 or stop by The Contact Scott Baba at Inquirer office. sbaba@theinquireronline. com

said, “because eventually use the funds, however, is you’ll have nothing left.” up to the ASDVC board. The ASDVC already ASDVC President Lindpays $25,000 a year to- say St. Hill said she bewards Lopez’s salary out lieves that without Lopez, of its Student Union Build- the responsibilities of the ing Fee Reserve Account. ASDVC adviser will fall Oye recommends AS- to Oye, much as they did DVC inthe semester crease the before Lopez amount to “We can’t just was hired. $50,000 “Without just keep cutting, to cover that advisory more than cutting, cutting position, I 50 percent because eventujust see the of her salorganization ary for at ally you’ll have collapsing,” least a nothing left.” St. Hill said. year. Lopez Oye said was hired at - Bill Oye the the rebeginDean of Student Life ning of the serve acfall 2009 secount conmester. Her tains about $300,000 and can be duties include advising spent on anything having ASDVC and the clubs proto do with the running of gram, handling cash for the Student Union, includ- the clubs, organizing and ing staff. The decision to training the student work-

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ers in the Student Union and managing the building. But Lopez said her real passion lies in conflict resolution and helping students become better leaders and advocates. “It’s kind of like the trickle-down effect,” she said. “If the students involved with ASDVC aren’t feeling supported…then how are they going to be as effective advocating for the students?” At the ASDVC meeting on March 2, Oye brought forward a second proposal to save two additional employee positions – the student activities coordinator and the student activities assistant – by paying 100 percent of their salaries. .

vacant – would be the equivalent of eliminating 8.2 full-time jobs for a savings of $920,193, the report said. Similarly, a 15 percent cut in the $15.6 million spent on 202 non-teaching employees would be the equivalent of eliminating 30.29 full-time positions for a savings of $2.3 million. “I think a lot of services that were barely staffed before will be gone,” said Jocelyn Iannucci, president of the Classified Senate, in a later interview. “We are going to lose some students because we’re not going to provide the services they need.”

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Continued from page 1 and political science professor Huff. The mostly jubilant crowd erupted in cheers when Appell declared, “Tax the corporations, not the student.” Huff, one of the keynote speakers said, “These budget cuts affect everybody, and the reality is that the sooner everybody realizes that, the sooner maybe people in Sacramento will get that message.” A number of students also spoke, including Marc Lichterman, 17, who said the cuts affected him personally. “I don’t have a ton of money,” he said. “If it keeps on getting more and more expensive, I won’t be able to afford this anymore.” During the rally, someone pulled fire alarms in several buildings at about 1 p.m., leading to evacuations across campus. SDS did not take credit for the action. The rally led way to marching just before 2 p.m. as more than a hundred protestors headed towards the Humanities building chanting, “Whose rights? Our rights!” The crowd moved through campus before heading back to the Main Quad for more speeches.

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DVC students take a bus to join thousands against fee hikes. The police followed from behind, but kept their distance. After the rally more than 70 people got onto a charter bus, organized by SDS

for a larger rally in San Francisco. Once there, they joined thousands of protestors at City Hall for more speakers, moving towards the

front of the rally with their signs and two large, red banners. Contact Jonathan Roisman at jroisman@theinquireronline.com