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Journalism Wins in State Competition El Vaquero and Insider Score Big at College Media Awards
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lendale College’s student journalists competed against top journalism programs in the state, winning five prizes from the California College Media Association at an awards banquet Saturday in Universal City. Students working for El Vaquero and the Insider magazine vied against other community colleges, Cal States and, in some categories, against USC and UCLA. Jane Pojawa and Agnessa Kasumyan won second place for Best Color Ad for The Muckrakers journalism club.
Sal Polcino took second place for Best Headline Portfolio. Janice M. Robinson won third place for Best Magazine Column for her opinion article “The NWord: think before you speak.” Rikard Kohler earned an honorable mention for Best Newspaper Column for an “Ain’t It Swede” article about being Swedish in Los Angeles. Richard Kontas won honorable mention for Best Photo Series for images of a vintage motorcycle an exhibit at Forest Lawn museum in Glendale.
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AWARD WINNERS: From left: Rich Kontas, Janice Robinson, Rikard Kohler, Sal Polcino, Jane Pojawa and Agnessa Kasumyan in front.
Posters Spark Debate About Hate Speech Agnessa Kasumyan
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everal inflammatory posters titled “Students For Justice in Palestine” with the hashtag “Jew Haters” emblazoned on the bottom appeared throughout the college last week, prompting debate among the administration and faculty members about free speech versus hate speech. One set of posters showed images of suicide bombers. Other posters showed a mother and child armed with guns. The meaning of the label “Jew Haters” was unclear. Some assumed it used anti-Semitic speech while others viewed it as an attack on the SJP. However, author and right-wing activist David Horowitz took credit for the posters. Several other campuses reported similar incidents, including UCLA; however, in an interview with the Jewish Journal, Horowitz said that he would not name all of the targeted campuses to protect the anonymity of the students involved in posting up the fliers. Horowitz also told the Jewish Journal that the posters are part of an effort to “raise awareness of the epidemic of Jew hatred on college campuses, like at UCLA,” stating that the SJP is not just critical of Israeli policies. Rather, he referred to the organization as a “hate group” that is anti-Israel. He said that he does not want the government or UCLA to infringe upon the SJP’s free speech rights; however, he wants the organization labeled as a “hate group” so that its status as a student group is revoked, which would take away the privileges
and funding appropriated for stu- side the campus, such as bulletin boards or A-Frames from the dent organizations. Adjunct English profes- student center. They may not be sor Howard Ibach said that free posted on walls, the sides of kispeech must be tolerated, even if osks, or vending machines bethe ideas being expressed “boil cause tape or glue can damage the property. your blood.” Montecuollo said police only College President David Viar removed a poster wrote in an email improperly disinterview Tuesday “Free speech is for played on a vendthat the posters everyone, not merely ing machine outare “inflammathose whose ideas you side of the San tory, hateful, and Gabriel building. like or agree with,” he offensive,” but believes that “a Court said. “The price of free They did not remove others on would consider speech is that you must campus because them protected free tolerate someone else’s they do not adspeech” and thus radical or dangerous dress the content would not permit idea because someone, of postings to de“such speech to be termine whether somewhere may think censored just beor not they are cause it is hateful your idea is radical, hate incidents. and offensive.” too. To have this free“We have to “GCC is an inbe objective in dom for yourself, you stitution of higher the process of learning,” Viar must grant it to others.” analysis,” Mon–Howard Ibach said. “When any tecuollo said. incident such as Once campus this occurs, it provides an op- police see a potential hate inciportunity for engaged dialogue, dent, they report to the Glendale thoughtful investigation of the Police Department for further invarious perspectives and posi- vestigation. tions, testing our critical thinking Glendale Police Detective Lt. and analysis skills and helping Tim Feeley said that they classius improve our communication On the Cover: skills in response to propaganda.” Once campus police were noThe GCC architectural detified, chief of police Gary Monpartment held a reception at tecuollo asked one of his officers the art gallery on Feb. 26. Picto investigate. A faculty member tured from left: David Marsaw one of the posters near the tin, Randy Scovill, Svetlana piano kiosk. Police checked to Smolskaya, Izabela Boyalysee if there were other posters in an, Marianna Souksyan and undesignated areas. Patrick Johansson. PhotoilAccording to Montecuollo, lustration by Sal Polcino posters, fliers, and ads can only be displayed in certain areas in-
fied the posters as a hate incident. “It was a mean thing for somebody to put up,” Feeley said, but the fliers are not indicative of a racial tension issue at Glendale College. Horowitz’s actions received backlash from Jewish and proIsrael organizations at UCLA, including but not limited to Bruins For Israel Executive Board, Chabad House at UCLA Student Board, and J Street U at UCLA. In a statement released by the Daily Bruin, the groups condemned the posters that dubbed the SJP an anti-Semitic organization. “While we have in the past condemned speakers sponsored by SJP for their anti-Semitic rhetoric and believe the inappropriate singling out of Israel to be discriminatory, we wholeheartedly condemn these actions and the malicious intent behind them,” the statement read. “This sort of hostility and offensive language has no place on a university campus, especially one as diverse as UCLA.” Feature Editor Ally Perkins contributed to this story Agnessa Kasumyan can be reached at elvaquero.eic@gmail.com
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Nursing Students Expose Ebola Virus Myths Influenza a Much Greater Threat to Glendale Students
By Rikard Kohler
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ith people cramming the doorways of the crowded Cimmarusti Science Center, Glendale College nursing students enlightened the audience on the subject of Ebola and Influenza on Feb. 24. During the better part of 2014, the Ebola outbreak plaguing Western Africa was all over the media. When Liberian Thomas Eric Duncan fell ill on U.S. soil while visiting family in Dallas last September, public concern about this mysterious disease grew significantly. However, the common influenza virus, which is often dismissed as an unpleasant annual occurrence, is still very prevalent and a more immediate threat to Americans. The college’s nursing students led a lecture to better educate the campus about the viruses, how to take preventative measures and how to treat them if contracted. “We wanted to pick something we did not know much about and that we think people should know about,” nursing student Abigail Rodriguez said. The nursing students ex-
plained that there have only been four deaths caused by Ebola outside of Africa and that the chances of an outbreak in the United States are slim. However, Ebola has a mortality chance between 50-90 percent in those infected, so understanding and educating people about this disease is the best way to fight it. Influenza is responsible for more deaths, yet the panic surrounding it is less severe. The flu claims around 50,000 lives annually in the United States, mostly within the infant and elderly populations, yet, the severity of the flu seems to be taken lightly and people happen to not get vaccinated. “The biggest thing I tell people is to get yourselves educated,” nursing student Diane Kuraev said. “Hand hygiene is of outmost importance. People take that for granted.” Although influenza vaccine is free with most insurance plans, and costs between $15 to $45 for people without insurance, only 42 percent of the population gets vaccinated a year. As a consequence, more than 40,000 doses of the vaccine were discarded in 2012, the students explained. The influenza can cost an in-
fected person, on average, $1,960 in hospital costs and lost work time, $45 for the vaccine can be seen as an investment. Influenza is transmitted through the air, whereas Ebola spreads through contact with the bodily fluids of someone infected. This makes influenza outbreaks harder to contain. While the viruses are similar to each other in the early stages, the flu targets respiratory organs and can lead to pneumonia. Ebola, however, is more severe with its high mortality and no vaccine currently available, can lead to hemorrhagic fever, which affects the blood vessels and causes bleeding. “The flu you can survive most likely. Ebola is questionable if you would survive,” Rodriguez said. “But it depends on how quick you get help. If you have Ebola and you get care right away, and you are being treated with electrolytes and fluids, you have a good chance of living.” However, if a person were diagnosed with Ebola, safety measures would be implemented nationwide. The nursing students explained that there are 55 hospitals across the country that are
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HEALTH MATTERS: Nursing Student Cheryl Cawit speaks about Ebola. equipped and have protocols in place to treat someone diagnosed with Ebola. Nine of those hospitals are located in California. Despite the media frenzy, Rodriguez still believes the flu is a greater threat in the United States, whereas Ebola is more dangerous for West Africa. Still, the college’s nursing students advocated caution before anything else.
“Each one of us can a difference,” Kuraev said. “If you feel like you are coming down with something, it is important to get medical treatment early, even if you doubt that it is Ebola. It is still better because you could affect the people around you.”
Rikard Kohler can be reached at rikard.kohler@gmail.com
Councilmember Plans for Sustainable City By Nicolas Rincon
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ormer mayor of Glendale and current city council member Laura Friedman visited Glendale College to discuss the city’s plans to make the city more sustainable and eco-friendly. Students and faculty alike gathered in the Cimmarusti Science Center, room 117, to hear Friedman’s lecture. In an interview prior to the lecture, she discussed how important sustainability is to her and the city. In fact, it was one of the main reasons she ran for office. She said that she wanted students to leave the lecture wanting to get involved in sustainability measures and for them to know that the city takes sustainability very seriously. It is a major priority that affects all policy decisions. “I chose to come to the lecture
to see what kind of development was going on in Glendale,” Roger Garcia, a current student at GCC and aspiring social worker, said.
About five minutes into the presentation, there were no more seats available and students had to sit the aisles.
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GET GREEN: Laura Friedman urges students to act during Feb. 26 lecture.
Friedman covered topics ranging from waste management, water conservation, and affordable housing. Students frequently asked questions, particularly about affordable housing. Friedman said the city planned to increase affordable housing complexes around downtown Glendale. When it came to sustainability, the councilwoman addressed the different ways residents can make Glendale more sustainable through the course of their everyday lives. Being aware when washing dishes, using laundry water to water plants, or even shorter showers are all small ways that could help in the grand scheme of things. She also said that getting technology up to speed is an important part of sustainability. “Ultimately, most of the waste
at our landfill will be converted to recycling and whatever is left, will be converted into electricity to use in our homes,” she said. Friedman will return for another lecture, which is part of an ongoing series of science-related discussions, on March 24 in the same room. Friedman will return for another lecture, which is part of an ongoing series of science-related discussions, on March 24 in the same room. “It’s nice to see that Glendale is taking initiative because this is an issue that absolutely needs to be discussed,” said Thomas Chan, a student and member of the Marine Corps.
Nicolas Rincon can be reached at nicolasrincon@live.com
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Civil Rights Event Promotes Racial Harmony By Justin Mathay
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ric Garner, 43, died at the hands of New York City police officer Daniel Pantaleo last July due to a chokehold, which NYPD prohibits. The medical examiner also cited obesity, asthma and heart disease as partial factors but ruled his death a homicide, according to Time Magazine. Garner, who had been arrested 30 times since 1980 and resisted arrest on that fateful day, made headline news because his last breath consisted of three words: “I can’t breathe.” The officer involved was not indicted, which prompted President Obama to deliver a statement on the death of Garner, stating the “concern on the part of too many minority communities is that law enforcement is not working with them and dealing with them in a fair way.” The incident also sparked a silent protest against inequality and inspired people to promote proper justice. Troy Davis, an academic counselor and adjunct professor of psychology at GCC, shared Garner’s story along with his own insight and experiences dur-
ing a brief interview relating to of the past but continues to persist place, there’s a lot of work that Black History Month. He held until today. needs to be done as a multiculan informative talk at Camino “In my honest opinion, I re- tural society. People deserve to Real 225 on February 26 regard- ally do feel that people have have civil rights and civil dignity. ing the purpose and influences of African American history and its impact to the world. “Malcolm X, Martin Luther King, Dr. Kenneth Clark, Lewis Latimer, Mary Bethune, Harriet Tubman; The long list of African American figures that we must give our tribute and appreciation to goes on and on,” Davis said. “Many people lost their lives trying to fight for equal rights. We have to be able to appreciate the people who have lost their lives for, I would have to say, the minorities in general.” In the world we live in today, freedom is not Photo by Justin Mathay synonymous with equality. For generations, hu- CIVIL RIGHTS: Academic Counselor and Adjunct Professor of Psychology Troy man dignity is something Davis speaks to the issues of police brutality and cultural awareness, donning a for which people have sweatshirt of Eric Garner’s last words. lived and died. However, there more concern about dogs that are Human dignity.” is a misconception that society abused, in a literal sense, animal Davis suggests communities today is undergoing post-racism, abuse, than they do about African promote racial harmony by learnwith people blinded to the fact Americans,” Davis said. “There’s ing about different cultures in that inequality is not just a thing a lot of healing that needs to take order to get people talking about
race comfortably and publicly. “Anyone, despite race, can be an advocate as long as advocacy is genuine,” he said. Davis also stated his belief that African Americans want racial harmony, and that if non-African American people made an effort to learn more about African American culture and history, they would be embraced by the African American community. “Other groups have to want it, not just the African American community,” he said. When it comes to openness and honesty towards the discussion of culture, Davis believes people must exercise emotional control and learn to be in a position where we can talk about cultural differences and community backgrounds at any time. “The common ground is that we are all here in the United States. Your opinion matters to me regarding African Americans because I want to be your friend, and I don’t want you to be afraid of me, of my people, of our culture, because then, you’re not really living,” Davis said.
Justin Mathay can be reached at jmathay951@student.glendale.edu
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Campus Shares Black History Insights on Tumblr By Rikard Kohler
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nspired by last year’s renowned #itooamharvard initiative, GCC faculty and students created a social media event of their own to commemorate Black History Month on Feb. 19. Although black history has been recognized since 1926, Black History Month has been celebrated annually throughout February since 1976 and serves as a nationwide reflection of African American history in the United States. New for this year, however, was the college’s way of applying it to the students’ everyday lives. With the use of the social media outlet Tumblr, students walking the strip behind the administration building had a chance to immortalize their own personal views on Black History Month. “It is basically an event to show what you as an individual person think about black history,” said Student Body President Francisco Aguilar. “Each person has a different perspective of it, and it
By uploading these pictures of spontaneity in which you can is great that we can actually go in and say our own thoughts about it to Tumblr, the students turned an facilitate those kinds of discusand also publicize what we feel.” event that was seemingly limited sions on the spot,” Feig said. “If you ask someone to write a With help from student paper, you do not get that volunteers and other fackind of spontaneity.” ulty, Kimberly Feig, an ethWith more than 30 connic studies, sociology and tributions, Feig called the social science professor, event a success, which she organized and executed this hopes to recreate next year, local rendition of #itooambut preferably over a longer harvard. period of time rather than The #itooamharvard just one day. project was initiated by “Doing it in one day and African American students for one hour makes it very at Harvard University last frantic, you are trying to get March. Pictures of over as many people involved,” 60 students holding whiteFeig said. “But if it is over boards with written acthe course of a few days, counts about being black at you can really talk to people Harvard were uploaded to about why we are doing it Tumblr. and help them facilitate their Signed with the hashtag own creativity.” #itooamgcc, pictures of Glendale College student students holding travelBrandee Mills, 17, said that sized whiteboards, riddled Photo courtesy of http://itooamgcc.tumblr.com social media is a good way with their own thoughts and reflections of Black SOCIAL MEDIA EVENT: Student Brandee Mills shares her to inform teenagers and aspiring college students about History Month, were up- reflections of Black History Month. to the campus into a worldwide Black History Month, and help loaded to Tumblr. For example, written on Agui- occurrence, accessible to anyone them, not only to commemorate history, but to write it themselves. lar’s whiteboard was, “Recogniz- with an Internet connection. “Tumblr enables a certain type “I think it is about making ing how far we have come...”
a difference, especially being black and African American,” Mills said. “It is really inspiring to bring back the memories of the people who, once again, changed society because it would not have been the same if those people did not take a stand, step up and do what they had to do.” Although events like this help people acknowledge and reflect upon African American history, having to designate a month every year to do so speaks to an unequal society. Feig argued that, to fight inequality, the conversations that Black History Month sparks should not be limited to the month of February, but be discussed and recognized all year. “Designating a month for black history or designating a month for women’s history demonstrates that those people are still in the margin,” Feig said. “If you want to fight for equality, you have to fight for equality on all fronts.”
Rikard Kohler can be reached at rikard.kohler@gmail.com
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Students Cope with College Anxiety By Danielle Nail
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y first day on campus lasted 15 minutes. Last summer, I enrolled in a six-week course, but I had been out of school for over a year and so I had forgotten how to be a student. My class began at 8:00 a.m, but I arrived 15 minutes late. I had missed my first bus, and the second bus ran off schedule and arrived 20 minutes late. I knew I would have to walk into the classroom late, and the thought paralyzed me. I wanted to be taken seriously as a student, and some part of me thought arriving late to class would tarnish my flawless reputation. I began to rationalize. It would be okay if I just went home. It would be fine if I put off returning to school for just one more semester. But, I knew I had people counting on me. I had
such a strong support system, and I was even more afraid of letting them down. So I chose to face my fear head on. I got off the bus and began the shortest and one of the most painful journeys of my college career. I must have circled the campus twenty times. Every time I came back around, I passed the same bush, the same coffee cart, and the same student studying on the grass. I had no clue where I was going, lost and too afraid to ask a stranger for directions. I glanced at my watch: 8:25 a.m. I had no idea what to do. I could either keep looking for the classroom or go home and try again in six months. After I lost my internal battle, I found myself locked in a bathroom stall in tears. I was inconsolable. My heart was pounding, I was sweating, and I could feel myself getting lightheaded. It felt like a
20-pound weight was crushing my chest. I thought I was going to die and nothing could save me. I was positive I was in danger and I wanted nothing more than to escape. I was experiencing a panic attack. I took this experience as a sign from the universe that I was not physically or emotionally ready to go back to college. I needed to take one more semester off to prepare. I gathered my things, went home and dropped the course. I had let my anxiety get the best of me yet again. The National Institute of Mental Health (NMHI) defines anxiety as a normal reaction to stress. According to NMHI, anxiety can be beneficial in harmful situations, but for approximately 62 percent of college students, it can be excessive and destructive. According to the National Alliance of Mental Health
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(NAMI), anxiety can be genetic. “Anxiety sometimes runs in families, but no one knows for sure why some people have it while others don’t.” According to NAMI, most adults who suffering from anxiety start experiencing symptoms during their teenage years. “Anxiety develops slowly,” the site said. “It often starts during the teen years or young adulthood. Symptoms may get better or worse at different times, and often are worse during times of stress.” Anxiety is diagnosed when a person continuously worries about daily life for six months, according to NAMI. Approximately 6.8 million adults suffer from anxiety. Troy Davis, an academic counselor and adjunct psychology professor, said he sees students struggling with anxiety almost every day. “Individuals are coming in more anxious than I’ve ever seen before, all the time,” said Davis. Crescent Orpelli, the mental health therapist on campus, said there is a stigma surrounding anxiety that prevents students from getting help “The biggest thing that prevents students from coming in is the fear of what other people think and the fear of the unknown,” Orpelli said. Davis said he encourages students struggling with anxiety issues to get help. “It isn’t a shameful thing, it’s more of something they have to recognize, and I don’t think a lot of students know what it is,” Davis said. Tina Anderson-Wahlberg, director of the Disabled Students Programs and Services, said students need to advocate for themselves and not be afraid.
“It is important to focus on the strengths and develop strategies to maintain a healthy lifestyle while living with anxiety,” she said. Anderson-Wahlberg said there are many accommodations for students who have been diagnosed with anxiety. “The types of accommodations we are able to provide include, extra time on tests, a quiet room to take tests in, and/ or a possible referral to speak to a mental health therapist.” AndersonWahlberg said. Davis said it is possible to live a healthy life with anxiety. “Adults who struggle with anxiety don’t get rid of it, they learn to live with it,” Davis said. Davis said taking time to unplug a few times a week could help manage anxiety. “Some healthy distractions include exercising, becoming one with nature, and taking time to unplug for a certain amount of time each week.” Davis said. Orpelli said having a support system and practicing meditation could be extremely helpful in managing anxiety. “It is important to have a supportive network,” she said. “It is necessary to have allies to confide in,” Orpelli said. Anderson-Wahlberg said time management is essential in taking hold of anxiety. “Time management allows students with anxiety to follow a schedule. There is less time to worry with a consistent schedule,” she said. Davis said it is imperative to remember that there is hope. “You are not alone, there is always someone to listen, and there is always hope.”
Danielle Nail can be reached at daniellecnail@yahoo.com
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Nursing Program Receives Grant By Aimee Yeghiayan Beck EL VAQUERO OPINION EDITOR
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oelle gives birth, up to a few times a week. While in the hospital bed, nurses ask her questions, poke and prod her. She is able to answer their questions, but her pupils change and her heart rate increases. Sometimes, while giving birth, shoulder dystocia or a breech delivery occurs, and the nurses must quickly figure out how to solve the problem. Although she acts like it, Noelle is not a real person, but a high fidelity mannequin used by the GCC nursing program and housed in the simulation lab on the third floor of the Bhupesh Parikh Health Sciences and Technology Building. Purchased by the college in 2005, she helps students prepare for aiding in an actual birth, allowing them to go through the steps of a birthing process. Thanks in part to a $20,000 donation from the USC-Verdugo Hills Hospital, Noelle will soon not be the only pregnant patient in the simulation lab. GCC will be purchasing Lucinda, a newer model of Noelle, to help the nursing students practice for their clinical work in local hospitals. Lucinda will serve a dual purpose, as both a pregnant and a non-pregnant patient. The cost of a new mannequin can range from $80,000 to nearly $140,000. Although the program currently has other mannequins, time and usage eventually wear them out. New technology makes the mannequins more lifelike and helpful to the students. The mannequins have a computer tablet that allows the mannequin to respond with short answers to the nursing students, as well as vomiting, coughing, and choking noises. There are also cameras and screens to record the interaction and help the students. The nursing program also has other
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THE BIG CHECK: From left, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital’s Andrea Terry and Janet Brooks presented a donation for the nursing program to GCC’s Dr. David Viar, Emelyn Judge, Lisa Brooks and Pat Crouch to help purchase a new mannequin. tools to give students the real experience needed for the real world. “Nursing students that learn on mannequins provide high quality, safe care for real patients at our hospital,” said Andrea Terry, director of education for USC Verdugo Hills Hospital. “The mannequin allows students to practice nursing skills until they are confident and competent at the skill.” The program has between 150 and 200 students, with 40 new students accepted every semester. Last June the program had a 100 percent pass rate, which is a first for the program. In addition, there are plans to expand the program, with a career ladder nurse grad program for working licensed vocational nurses to transition into a registered nurse. These students would be exposed to the simulation lab in their studies. “Although CSU has not been excited to let us move forward to offer baccalaureate degrees, which we could with the quality of our faculty and facilities, I am very proud of the strong work that is done by the leadership of
our nursing program to make those connections with colleges and universities so our students can be at their career in a reasonable period of time.” said college President David Viar. “We will do that and expand wherever we can to ensure that does occur while CSU begins to accept that maybe it will help the whole industry if we did it as well.” Glendale is currently affiliated with Cal State Fullerton, Cal State LA, and Cal State Northridge for students to complete their bachelor’s degree, which typically takes less than a year once the student transfers. After completing the program, many students end up working at local hospitals, including USC-Verdugo Hills Hospital, due to a partnership between GCC and the facilities. Once Lucinda has arrived, the nursing program is planning on hosting a baby shower before she must give birth over and over again. Aimee Yeghiayan Beck can be reached at aimeeyeghies@gmail.com
SIMULATION LAB: GCC Associate Dean of Health Sciences Emelyn Judge and GCC assistant director of the nursing program Kohar Kesian (below) showed off their mannequins in the Health Sciences building, with a pregnant Noelle sitting between the two.
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Two Shades of ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ A Woman’s View
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morals of feminism, illustrating women, like Anastasia, to be co-dependent, inseEL VAQUERO FEATURES EDITOR cure and lacking in self-worth. But, is she et’s get to the bare bones of “Fifty as unstable as they claim? Shades of Grey” and why women can Who is Anastasia Steele? She’s a collearn a thing or two from the film. lege graduate. She’s a virgin. She’s a This is a love story; it has all the in- loving daughter and a loyal friend. She’s gredients sprinkled with a twist. Christian opinionated and stands for what she beGrey, a charming, business savvy hot- lieves in. She’s open-minded and thinks tie falls helplessly in love with Anastasia things through. She’s not the weak, acSteele, a pretty, understated wallflower commodating victim portrayed by critics. Rather, Miss Steele is a role model, a woman who wants to explore her femininity and sexuality. When Grey presents Steele with a lengthy legal contract outlining his desires, Steele takes her time carefully dissecting every detail, making note of what she does not understand and what she absolutely will not tolerate. Her objections deal mainly with specific types of sexual toys, objects she’s not comfortable trying. She also petitions for a real date, once a week, outside of the contract agreement. In a meeting, the two discuss the new terms, her terms, to which he Photos courtesy of Universal Pictures agrees, and she leaves to — a premise not far from other romantic give it more thought. She does not agree to classics. everything he wants in order to please him. Enter the twist. Mr. Grey considers She does not stay the night when he asks. himself a “Dominant” and asks Miss. She is adamant about what she wants and Steele to be his “Submissive.” In this type presses Grey to compromise on the terms, of relationship, a dominant is in complete a trait he has yet to see in other women — control, and the submissive does whatever a trait more women should consider and the dominant asks within the confines of more men should expect. the agreement — an agreement that can be At the end of the day, “Fifty Shades of terminated at any time. Grey” is a fairy-tale. The same argument Before venturing into any of these ac- can be made with any of the Disney clastivities, participants comply to boundar- sics in terms of women being portrayed as ies and create a safe place by establishing inferior. Ariel changed species for the man trust and limits. “Fifty Shades of Grey” of her dreams, The Beast captured Belle does not depict, by mainstream standards, and held her hostage until she fell in love a typical relationship, but, to their defense, with him, and let’s not get started on Cinthese exchanges between two consenting derella. adults happen daily, all over the world. People should view “Fifty Shades of Within the realm of S&M, otherwise Grey” for what it is: An erotic fantasy known as sado-masochism, the act of giv- geared towards lonely housewives. A moding and receiving physical and/or emo- ern day Disney Classic, for adults only. tional pain for pleasure, these roles are not gender-specific, yet, many critics argue that portraying the female character as a Ally Perkins can be reached at ally.perkins@gmail.com “submissive” somehow tramples on the
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very couple of years, a media franchise becomes so popular that it blooms into a phenomenon that is impossible to ignore. With the massive popularity and controversy surrounding the “Fifty Shades of Grey” franchise, it has quickly become the flavor of the decade. What started off as “Twilight” fanfiction morphed into a trio of erotic novels and is now a feature length film. Although it has received mostly negative reviews, the film has already made $400 million dollars globally, according to Hollywoodreporter. com. A sequel has already been green lit and has an expected release date in 2016. However, is this S&M version of “Twilight” worth millions of dollars and a sequel? Although the fan base is primarily made up of women and there is a lot of discussion surrounding the message the story sends to the female demographic, it also sends a negative message to men. The romantic lead, Christian Grey, has readers enamored, so naturally many men would seek to emulate him. In fact, student Mohammad Hossain from the University of Illinois reenacted a scene from the film on a female student. According to a USA Today article written by Walbert Castillo, Hossain allegedly brought the female student to his dorm room and bound her limbs, covering her mouth with a necktie (an item used in promotional material for the film) and began to hit her with a belt; however, when the female student asked Hossain to stop, he continued. Hossain was arrested and told police that he was reenacting scenes from the movie. While this is an extreme case, the fact remains that “Fifty Shades of Grey” influenced this behavior. The film’s tagline seems to promote curiosity in the world of kink. However, the kink depicted does not accurately represent the BDSM community, sending the message that practitioners of the fetish have experienced traumatic
events or have mental problems. On the subject of fantasy, the film is full of it. Firstly, not all billionaires look like Jamie Dornan, who plays Grey. In reality, most probably resemble Stephen Ross and Leonard Stern more than they do the perfectly chiseled actor. Grey also sets up an impossible standard for average Joes to follow. He’s rich, tall and handsome. He plays classical piano, drives a Lamborghini, can pilot his own plane, and is apparently a sex God. Talk about a tough act to follow. For all his superficially superior qualities, however, Grey is also controlling, sadistic, and seems like a stalker with anger issues, yet he has women like the story’s protagonist, Anastasia Steele, at his feet. Just after meeting her once, Grey tracks down where Steele works and stops by to buy items from her store. In another scene, Steele drunkenly dials Grey and he orders her to quit drinking, despite having only known her for a few weeks. As an actor, there is not much Dornan can do make the character for likable, given the lackluster dialogue he has to work with. The script included lines, such as “where have you been all my life” and “Waiting for you,” that were so ridiculously cliché that they could be nausea inducing (at least for this movie-goer). If this film has any good quality, it is the cinematography. The film looks slick and shiny, resembling a high-scale car commercial. The soundtrack is also well put together and features songs by The Weekend, Ellie Goulding, and a remix of Beyonce’s mega hit “Crazy In Love.” It would be nice if there were a way to mute the actor’s dialogue and just listen to the music while staring at the pretty backgrounds. And for a film where kinky BDSM is the main selling point, there is very little of it. Please, do yourself a favor and do not watch the film - if enough people ignore it, maybe it will go away faster. Emiliano Chavez can be reached at lanoism@gmail.com
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Costner’s ‘McFarland, USA’ Hits a Home Run By Agnessa Kasumyan EL VAQUERO Editor IN CHIEF
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cFarland, USA,” Kevin Costner’s latest film, directed by Niki Caro, is all about the American Dream, complete with the struggles of the children of poor immigrants finding their way to victory through a taxing journey of self-actualization and growth. Yet, it does not induce any of the cynicism induced by those critical of the “American Dream.” Going into the theater, viewers can expect a feel-good movie, but there is a captivating quality to films that express the struggles of the underdog, and “McFarland, USA” is no different. Costner portrays Jim White, a coach whose temper lands him and his family in the rough town of McFarland, Calif., where the demographic is largely MexicanAmerican. White and his family are initially uneasy about their new neighborhood, with the youngest daughter even asking “Are we in
Mexico?” upon their arrival. Concerned with keeping his job, White adjusts his temper and tries to make the most out of his new situation as a life science and physical education teacher and assistant football coach. However, when White goes against the main coach’s (Chris Ellis) orders and tells an injured player to sit out, the ego-driven trainer takes it up with the principal (Valente Rodriquez) in an attempt to oust White. Fortunately, the principal sees through the coach’s power play and White keeps his job, but this also opens the door for him to start a new team. After ordering his class to run a few laps, White notices some of the boys’ stamina, sparking his idea of starting a cross-country team. He enlists the help of Victor Puentes (Sergio Avelar), a wisecracking kid with a winning smile, and asks him to recruit enough runners to start a team. They specifically target brothers Damacio (Michael Aguero), David (Rafael Martinez), and
Danny Diaz (Ramiro Rodriguez) and Jose Cardenas (Johnny Ortiz) and Thomas Valles (Carlos Pratts). After an embarrassing defeat during their first meet, White takes it upon himself to keep the team motivated, but he soon learns of the real-life struggles his students face at home. The Diaz brothers are forced to leave the team at one point because running interferes with their jobs as field workers. In an attempt to convince their parents to let the brothers return, White joins them in the fields, but is barely able to keep up with the backbreaking work. His efforts to connect with the players and their families, however, prove fruitful. Costner effectively portrays White’s resilience as a coach and his dedication to helping his runners overcome their personal struggles. “There’s a very quiet dignity to him,” Costner said. “Maybe Jim, when I’m not looking, is hell on wheels somewhere else — I don’t know. But I think he is quintessentially ‘what you see is what you get.’”
When asked how he got into character, Costner said that the part was written so well that he did not “have to invent little gags to make Jim interesting.” Costner, at times, seemed stiff, but it worked well with his portrayal of a hardened but sympathetic coach trying to find his place in a town where he is one of the only few white people surrounded by a culture he does not yet fully understand. “Jim doesn’t, on purpose, try to act very important or really interesting,” he said. “I think he’s very level with these kids, and he’s so level… that he’s also able to tell them when they’re off course.” This aspect of his character can be seen throughout the film, as White pushes his team to see past their struggles and run toward a better future without losing his firmness as a coach. “It’s very important to be able to coach in a lot of different ways and coaching is not always about the finish line,” Costner said. “Coaching is about the big
picture, which is how they’re [the athletes] going to be as men… you have to be able to stand in the face of a young man and say ‘I need a better effort out of you. I need more discipline out of you. And if you want to be on a team, you have to act like a teammate.’” The younger cast of unknown actors proved phenomenal. Their moving performance as struggling students trying to break past boundaries placed on young Mexican-Americans from migrant families even moved one audience member to tears. “McFarland, USA” may have not been nominated for any Oscars, but anybody with a pulse should see the film, if only to get a better perspective on how much harder some people have to work in order to accomplish their goals. 5 out of 5 stars.
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Scoreboard R e s u lt s Baseball: Feb. 24: at East L.A. College 2-1 L Men’s Golf: Feb. 23: WSC Match at Bakersfield, Fifth Place Softball: Feb 28: vs. Pasadena City College 7-3 W Men’s Tennis: Feb. 24: at Ventura College 7-2 L Women’s Tennis: Feb 26: at Antelope Valley College 8-1 W
Upcoming Baseball: March 5: vs. Antelope Valley College - 2 p.m. March 7: vs. Bakersfield College 1 p.m. March 10: at Los Angeles Mission College - 2:30 p.m. March 12: vs. Citrus College 2:30 p.m. March 13: vs. LA Valley College 2 p.m. March 17: at College of the Canyons - 2:30 p.m. Women’s Basketball: March 6-7: Regional Round Two TBA March 13-15: State Tournament TBA Men’s Golf: March 9: vs. Ventura College at River Ridge - 11 a.m. March 16: Olivias Link Tournament 10 a.m. Softball: March 5: vs. Bakersfield College 2:30 p.m. March 7: at Mt. SAC College - 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. March 10: vs. Antelope Valley College - 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. March 12: at LA Mission College 2:30 p.m. March 17: at LA Valley College 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Men’s Tennis: March 10: at Bakersfield College 2 p.m. March 12: at LA Pierce College 2 p.m. March 17: vs. Ventura College 2 p.m. Women’s Tennis: March 6: at El Camino College 1 p.m. March 10: vs. Bakersfield College 2 p.m. March 12: vs. Santa Monica College2 p.m. March 17 at Ventura College 2 p.m. For more information visit: www.glendale.edu/athletics
Vaquero Alumnus Hits the Big Time By Jack Morello
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ormer Vaquero Alonzo Gonzalez, now a pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays’ professional baseball team, said his year at Glendale College helped him get his baseball career back on track. Gonzalez, 23, stopped by Stengel Field last week to pitch to Vaquero hitters and chat with head baseball coach Chris Cicuto before heading to spring training. “He’s really been a major influence on my development as a baseball player and a man. That whole staff really — those guys are a part of my family and I know that they know that,” Gonzalez said. Cicuto saw Gonzalez pitch at Santa Monica High School as a highly touted recruit. Gonzalez’s 6’5 frame and high 80’s fastball attracted the eyes of top notch programs, including UCLA, Loyola Marymount, Long Beach State, and Cal State Fullerton. After committing to LMU, he had a rough year, battling injuries and struggling in some of his classes. This forced him to redshirt, which is to save another year of eligibility in college in exchange for sitting out the athletic year. Gonzales said he took the setback in stride. “I’ve always known that I’d be a big leaguer. It’s been my dream since I was little. I’ve never had a backup plan,” he said. Cicuto jumped at the chance to recruit Gonzalez. “I knew that Alonzo had huge upside as a baseball player. When I heard he was leaving LMU, I had him come to campus three times during the summer to talk about attending GCC. Even when he told me he was going to another [junior college, I called and told him he didn’t want to do that. I told him he needed to be at Glendale, not because of the baseball, but for the entire experience,” Cicuto said. “[Gonzalez] is one of my favorite players and stories to share with others, because he has had a very challenging life. But he his so strong minded that he never let anything beat him,” the coach said. “I’d like to say going to GCC helped him find himself as a young adult. He is a true Vaq!” Gonzalez played for GCC during the 2011-2012 academic year. He had to take a string of buses to get to campus every day from Santa Monica for the fall semester.
“Guys looked up to him whether he wanted it or not, because of his talent and experience at a program like LMU. He had big shoes to fill, from being a knucklehead freshman at LMU to a dude at junior college,” Cicuto said. In baseball terminology, a “dude” is a player who merits respect due to his ability to always be prepared and to perform at peak level. Humbled by his first year in college, Gonzalez said the junior college level is a time for student athletes to give it all they’ve got since there’s no reassurance. This mentality didn’t slip by Cicuto. “He always, always worked hard,” Cicuto said. “It took a while for him to trust the coaching staff and his team.” Cicuto said Gonzalez’s performance really took off in the second half of the season. His improvement led to strong interest from many Major League teams, with the Blue Jays taking him in the 18th round. Since then, Gonzalez has spent his 20s grinding in the minors — Rookie and Single A ball leagues. The minor leagues are Major League affiliate teams of prospects developing their skills in hopes of making a Major League team. Rookie and Single A ball are the lowest levels, while Double A and Triple A are the top levels of the minors, consisting of the players closest to seeing time on a Major League ball club. Minor League baseball is no-
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AIMING HIGH: Former Vaquero pitcher Alonzo Gonzalez stops by campus Feb. 24 before heading to minor league spring training. torious for difficult and lowest paying jobs. Players drafted in the first few rounds usually are offered enough money to live comfortably in their contract or signing bonus. Those drafted in the mid-to-later rounds, such as Gonzalez, earn median pay below federal minimum wage. “The pay is the pay, not much more we can do about that,” Gonzalez said. After spending two years in the minors, Gonzalez has a good feel for the clubhouse in A-ball. He knows he has a ways to go but preaches a strong mentality. “I’m in a really good position this year to make a major push,” he said. “I’m blessed it can be with the Blue Jays. The biggest thing [for me] is to control what what [I] can control--to go out
there day in and day out, grind it out with your brothers and do your job,” said Gonzalez. While there is a sense of family with his teammates in pro ball, Gonzalez feels like it is still a job. At the junior college level, including at Glendale, “guys play for the team, not for the paycheck.” “Off the field struggle is just missing my family really. Not having them around is hard, but they understand that I’m doing it for them,” he said. Moving up in the minors will mean more struggles, he said, because “the level of competition is that much more and the stress will be higher because as a collective group, we’re closer to our dreams.” Jack Morello can be reached at morellobaseball@gmail.com
Lady Vaqs Defeat the Lancers By Nicolas Rincon
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he Glendale softball team beat cross-town rival Pasadena City College during their home game on Saturday with a score of 7-3. Pitchers Donna Lara and Katie Bakhsian played a central role in leading the Vaqs to victory. Their strong pitching skills allowed the team to hold off a late rally by Pasadena to improve their overall record. “This game is so much about pitching, and we have pitching riches this year that we didn’t have last year,” said head coach Sal Pizzo. The team’s offense also significantly improved. “Our team is more equipped to play small ball and use
speed. We’re not really a power hitting team and last year we tried to be,” he said. The new approach to the game has resulted in an overall improvement of the team, and is something that the players from last season have noticed. “The difference between this team and the first year I played is that we have everything this year,” said Bakhsian, a returning sophomore who was forced to sit out last season due to a wrist injury. “We have hitting, defense, and pitching. You just kind of have to have it all to win.” The success the team is enjoying has not affected the coach’s overall approach to the game.
Pizzo has high expectations for this team and believes that as long as they play up to the level that he knows they can play at, they will have a successful season. “I always look forward to playing the next game,” he said. Pizzo’s message has resonated with the team, as they appear confident in their ability and understand that they have control over how far they can go. “Our goal as a team is to win conference,” Bakhasian said. “That’s our first goal but not our last.” Photo by Nicolas Rincon Nicolas Rincon can be reached at nicolasrincon@live.com
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Calendar On Campus events
MEETINGS
Barbecue Fundraiser —The Welcome Back Barbecue Fundraiser event will raise money toward Alpha Gamma Sigma club scholarships. Sponsored by AGS. Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Plaza Vaquero.
Board of Trustees Meeting — The third meeting of the year is on March 17 at 5 p.m. in Kreider Hall. For information visit: www. glendale.edu/boardoftrustees.
Swap Meet — The swap meet is on March 15 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the upper campus parking lot. Free and open to the public. Parking costs $2. For more information, call (818) 240-1000, ext. 5805. Volunteer Faire — Non-profit organizations will recruit interested students for various volunteer and service opportunities on Tuesday at Plaza Vaquero from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Veteran Information — The Veterans Association will be providing information for veteran resources on campus on March 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in AA2.
Community College Chancellor — California Community College Chancellor Brice Harris will give a presentation on the state of community colleges at a faculty meeting on Tuesday from 12:20 to 1:30 p.m. in the Auditorium.
Lecture Astronomy & Space Speaker Series — The Astronomy and Space Exploration Club presents a lecture with Greg Meholic who will talk about space travel. Admission is free and open to the public. Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. in Cimmarusti Science Center 212. Flex credit is available. Obesity Lecture — The Kinesiology Department presents “Active Communities.” The pre-
sentation covers the obesity and diabetes epidemic and kinesiology’s role in public health. Information on volunteer opportunities with 100 Citizens will be provided. Thursday at 12:20 p.m. in Kreider Hall. Los Angeles Writers Reading Series— Alan Rifkin will read passages from his short story collection “Signal Hill” afterward. Rifkin is an author and former contributer to Details magazine and L.A. Weekly. March 17 at 12:20 p.m. at the Student Center. Cultural Diversity Series — Tom Voden presents a lecture on “Ethnic Mathematics.” March 19 at 12:20 p.m. at Kreider Hall.
ORIENTATION Fire Academy Orientation — Learn more about GCC’s Fire Academy classes and application process. Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. in AA 108. For information visit www.glendale.edu/fire or call (818) 240-1000, ext. 5906.
ART Student Projects — The Fifth Annual Architectural Student Projects Exhibition showcases design projects by students Jesus Gaytan, James Anthony Kearney, Alenoosh Mardroosian, Mitchell Morales, Randall Scovill, Svetlana Smolskaya and Kristine Stepanyan. The exhibit runs through March 26. Admission is open and free to all. Art gallery hours on Monday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m. and Friday hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (818) 240-1000, ext 5663.
MOVIES Documentary — The 2012 documentary, “Arise,” will be presented today from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in Kreider Hall. Daryl Hannah narrates a film that follows women from all over the world who use art to create hope and inspire others. Flex credit is available. This screening is a part of Women’s History Month at GCC.
Friday Flix — A screening of the 2010 Oscar-nominated drama, “The Kids Are All Right,” will be shown Friday. The film is directed by Lisa Cholodenko and stars Mark Ruffalo and Julianne Moore. The comedy-drama follows two teenagers born from artificial insemination who track down their care-free biological father. Mike Petros will facilitate a discussion after the film. Snacks and drinks are encouraged. Free at 12:30 p.m. in SG 334.
PLANETARIUM Afternoon with the Stars — Students and staff can attend a free lunchtime program highlighting the planetarium’s features. “Tour of the Solar System” will be presented Thursday and “The Moon and Lunar Phases” will be presented on March 13 from 12:30 to 1 p.m. in CS 257. For information visit www.glendale.edu/ planetarium or call (818) 2401000, ext. 5275.
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MUSIC
Glendale Centre Theatre — An adaptation of Richard Adler and Jerry Ross’ musical “Damn Yankees,” runs through March 28 at 8 p.m. with matinees at 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. 324 N. Orange St. General admission tickets are $28. For more information visit www. glendalecentretheatre.com or call (818) 244-TKTS.
Glendale Noon Concerts — The First Baptist Church of Glendale features classical concerts on the first and third Wednesday of each month. A solo cello recital by Maksim Velichkin is featured on March 18 at 12:10 p.m. Free. 209 N. Louise St. in Glendale. For details call (818) 242-2113.
Alex Theatre — “Celebrate Dance 2015” will be performed on Saturday at 8 p.m. at the Alex Theatre. Dance companies perform original routines that have been performed over past events. 216 N. Brand Ave. Ticket prices range from $18 to $38. Student discounted tickets can be purchased at the GCC box office. For information, call (818) 731-909.
Glendale Youth — The Glendale Youth Orchesta will be performing music by Mozart, Beethooven, and Grieg on Sunday at 7 p.m. at the Alex Theatre. Student tickets are $10 For details visit www.alextheatre.org.
EXHIBITIONS Photographic Exhibit — “Bruce Davidson/Paul Caponigro: Two American Photographers in Brit-
ain and Ireland” is on display at the Huntington Library through Monday. “Eccentric Visions: Drawings by Henry Fuseli, William Blake, and Their Contemporaries” is on display through March 16. “Henry Fuseli’s The Three Witches” runs through March 30. Admission is $20 for adults and $12 for students. Prices are higher on weekends. The library is located on 1151 Oxford Road in San Marino. Pasadena Art Exhibitions — “Armin Hansen: The Artful Voyage” continues through May 31 at the Pasadena Museum of California Art. “Jim Morphesis: Wounds of Existence” and “Lars Jan: Holoscenes/Quarternary Suite” are also on display through May 31. Tickets are $5 for students and seniors. For more details visit www.pmcaonline.org or call (626) 568-3665
Brand Library Art Center — The Reel Art Film Series presents a screening of “Advanced Style” on Thursday at 7 p.m. The documentary follows female senior citizens with electic fashion. Beauty blogger Donna Lethal will answer questions after the screening. 1601 W. Mountain St. Armenian Genocide — A display commerating the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, “life100,” runs from March 14 to May 1 at the Brand Library Art Center. More than 50 Armenian artists will have their art showcased. Free admission. For information visit www. life100.org.
EVENTS Montrose Harvest Market — The Farmer’s Market takes place every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2
p.m. at the 2300 block of Honolulu Avenue. For details visit www.shopmontrose.com. Central Library — Taline Voskeritchian presents a lecture on the newly published translation of Hagop Oshagan’s 1928 novel “Remnants The Way of the Womb.” Voskeritchian is a professor at Boston University and is Oshagan’s granddaughter. March 12 at the Central Library Auditorium located 222 East Harvard St. Admission is free. For more information call (818) 548-3288. Workshop — Author Christopher J. Lynch presents a workshop on self-publishing. Lynch will discuss topics such as costs, cover design, editing, and more. Free admission on Friday at 2 p.m. at the Central Library. Compiled by Eric Bourse
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he Associated Students of Glendale Community College held their semi-annual “Welcome Back Barbecue� on Tuesday Feb. 23 during Club Rush, which continues through March 5. After students signed up for clubs and organizations, ranging from Korean Campus Crusade for Christ to Golden Paws, they made their way around Plaza Vaquero to get their share of free popcorn,
cotton candy, pizza, and lemonade provided by ASGCC. They also witnessed a dance battle between dance department members Johnathan Mendez and Kimberly Ramos, followed by a trivia game where students won prizes after correctly answering questions about the campus. Anahit Kardzhyan can be reached at anahit.elvaq@gmail.com