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Volume 107 | Number 5
Buyers Beware Smoking Age Now 21 By Stephanie Ramirez
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has signed a bill to raise the
sell both electronic cigarettes and tobacco cigarettes.
are happy with the new law while
Trade Association, a vaping in
on the petition, the proposition
Photo by Nancy Villalobos
THE FASTEST: Cross Country Captain Vahagn Isayan is ranked No. 1 in Southern Caliornia going into the finals.
Brown.
Tough and Talented Track Star By Nancy Villalobos
taste) or Vegetable Glycerin it as it is and let the state decide
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Barajas, believes that the raise
bacco.
[See Smoke, page 2]
nity College Athletic Association
[See Track, page 10]
Chronicles of Peroomian’s Travels By Anahit Kardzhyan
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and its people.
Azerbaijan. The war between the two territories started in the early ‘90s, with once again this year in early April.
photographs — all strategically planned
ASA and history and political science Photo by Anahit Kardzhyan
A PICURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS: Vahe Peroomian, member of Glendale Community College’s Board of Trustees, signs his book “A Photographic Journey of my Homeland, Armenia” after his presentation in Kreider Hall on Thursday afternoon.
[See Trustee, page 4]
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EL V EDITOR IN CHIEF Anahit Kardzhyan STAFF Tina Fernestam Jessica Jas Sean Lamar Mark Nassim Anna Olsson Stephanie Ramirez Melody Shahsavarani Nancy Villalobos Arpy Zargarian PRODUCTION MANAGER Sal Polcino
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NEWS
Guild Association Files Impasse By Melody Shahsavarani
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lendale College Guild Asso-
May 13, after the administration failed to offer a fair pay raise. Since there isn’t a contract agreement, an outside mediator will be brought in to look for the facts. The Guild’s negotiating team proposed that the 2.75 percent portion of the 2015-16 raise should continue, rather than allowing it to expire on June 30. “The faculty is confused, we ask why are other districts giving raises, but not us? And that’s the million dollar question,” Guild
President Zohara Kaye said to the Board of Trustees Tuesday. Administrators offered faculty the State Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) plus 100 percent of the 2016-17 growth percentage achieved at the negotiating table on Photo by Melody Shasavarani Thursday. Gov. Brown’s revised SUPPORTING FACULTY: Lilia Zograbyan and Arzviek Moradian hold a proposal lowered the state COLA poster at the Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday. from .47 percent to zero percent, the 2016-17 school year. Of that the college opened its books for an reducing the salary offer to zero. Ron Nakasone, chief negotiator amount, about $4 million hasn’t American Federation of Teachers of the administration, presented the been used due to decrease in enroll- consultant for review,” Nakasone budget during a faculty meeting on ment. The state is also giving $75 million in base augmentation for all any additional money for collective Tuesday. He said the college has received the community colleges. GCC will bargaining.” a total of $8.28 million in as a re- receive $920,000. Melody Shahsavarani can be reached at melody.shah1@gmail.com “Upon a request from the Guild, stricted or one-time revenues for
Dangerous Trend Hits Busy Freeways
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new trend is hitting the waves on social media and it’s not going down too lightly with onlookers and authorities. This new dangerous trend is called the Freeway Challenge and it has gotten so big, that it even has its own hashtag: #freewaychallenge. This has been going on since 2003 and last year, there was an incident where cyclists would lenge consists of skateboard fanatics going onto to freeways during rush hour and skateboarddoing stunts. and holding onto the back of large trucks as they are moving. Videos of the challenge have
been surfacing onto the different social media platforms, such as Youtube, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and Twitter. Many of these videos consist of one person getting out of their car in Los doing their stunts, another is recording while also encouraging the skateboarder. Social media challenges have been a huge craze on the internet. These challenges can go from a small innocent ordeal, to a lifethreatening feat. “I don’t like following trends because they are useless and just plain stupid,” GCC student Emmanuel Ortiz said. “Trends like these only get big because of how ridiculous they are and how many enjoy seeing others fail or get hurt. Anyone with a brain should
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IN THIS ISSUE
News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Lifestyle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
New Smoking Age in California [Beware, from page 1] or a friend who’s 21. Smoking will still be a problem.” While signing the legislation, Gov. Brown also signed to regulate charter schools to be tobacco free and have tobacco free workplaces, including businesses and hotel rooms.
Some organizations believe the new law could potentially reduce future smoking and health risks, such as lung cancer, high blood pressure, peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and even death.
Stephanie Ramirez can be reached at stephanieyramirez@gmail.com
know that some trends shouldn’t even be performed, no matter how ‘cool’ it is.” GCC student and skateboarder David Salazar believes that the freeway challenge is a trend that makes skateboarders look bad. “I heard about this from a friend even invented this?’ I’ve been skateboarding since I was a kid and seeing how these people who are posting videos of themselves skateboarding through freeways, makes skateboarders look like crazy rebels,” Salazar said. “We’ve always been seen as rebels, but this trend has taken it to the next level.” amusing and even California Highway Patrol released a statement that they will be looking
who have joined in on the trend. “That’s great that [CHP] will be taking action against this trend … Some people just need to be told the hard way, even if means getting arrested,” GCC student Leslie Short said. According to the Glendale Community College and City of Glendale Police Departments, there have been no recorded incidents of any student nor Glendale residents who have been caught doing the trend. The CHP says they will be giving citations to those who attempt this challenge. Both the driver and the wrongdoer will be both cited equally. Stephanie Ramirez can be reached at stephanieyramirez@gmail.com
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Wednesday, May 18, 2016
NEWS
Politics in California
Campus Comments
How your vote could impact the government
By Mark Nassim
By Melody Shahsavarani
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s the election season is heating up, California is preparing for its state primary on June 7. A primary is a statelevel election where party members vote
eligible voters. Voters have an opportunity to vote on two proposed legislations. Proposition 50 is a measure that amends the State Constitution to add new provisions regarding the suspension of legislators. In
political party. California’s primary election is an indirect election. Instead of voters directly selecting a candidate running for President, it determines how many delegates to each party’s national convention the candidate will receive from that state.
accused of felonies and their fellow state Senators voted to suspend them. The state Constitution has rules for how to expel
primary, a primary election that allows political parties to decide whether they permit independents to vote in their
Should the state Constitution be amended to authorize the Legislature to suspend its members, with or without
If you’re registered with a particular political party, you can only vote for candidates in that party. In California, No Party Preference (NPP) voters will receive a default non-partisan ballot with no presidential candidates listed. But
Proposal: The Constitution would be amended to authorize the suspension of a member of a house of the Legislature, with
NPP voters have the option to request a presidential ballot of either the Democratic Party, the American Independent Party or the Libertarian Party, but not the Republican Party. To vote for the Republican, Green, Peace and Freedom parties voters must reregister. To register, re-register or locate a precinct visit LAVote.net. Deadline to
rules to suspend them for a limited period
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in California where there are 475 total
tudents have expressed their concerns with the current presidential candidates and either have elected to not vote or are unsure. On the Democratic side, Hillary Clinton currently leads Sanders with
S
the superdelegates’ votes. In addition to California, the following states will also hold primaries on June
Donald Trump stands alone as the Republican presumptive nominee, as the result of recent dropouts by Ted Cruz and John Kasich. Sanders aims to do well in the upcoming primaries — particularly
following questions:
Mark Nassim can be reached at mnassim707@student.glendale.edu
Kathleen Gunderson, 25, Kinesiology
allowed to vote on laws, but still received
better chance against Trump and it’s very ridiculous what the people of the Republi-
Matteo Dennis, 27, Communications
of the members of that house. The reasons for the suspension and rules for when the suspension would end would have to be set forth. The rules would require that either
(via votersedge.org)
Desiree Ruiz, 20, Civil Engineering
longstanding utility users tax (UUT) be repealed, eliminating approximately 9.5% of the revenues in the City’s general fund
The ballot will feature: The presidential election, United States Senate, California
used to pay for city services such as police,
ballot measures. The presidential nominee for the republican party is real estate mogul, Donald J. Trump. The democratic party includes former Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, and Sen. Bernie Sanders. The ballot for the U.S. Senate will
(Taken from sample ballot.) A no vote would preserve Glendale’s
the presidency and changing their ideas to
annually thereafter, in UUT funding that
Brian Marrero, 21, Undecided
The Los Angeles County falls under
Passage of the initiative proposing to
candidates are in the race for the seat. Democrats include Andrew J. Blumenfeld,
response times, the elimination of over 50
the left side of politics] throughout history.
times, police patrols and investigations,
Julian Talamantes, 19, Political Science
stations. (via Glendalevotes.org) Aaron Cervantes. A ballot measure is a piece of proposed
Melody Shahsavarani can be reached at melody.shah1@gmail.com
Election Season: Student Body to Get New Leaders By Stephanie Ramirez eanwhile at Glendale Community College, students are campaigning for the upcoming student government elections. By the end of the spring semester, there will be six vacant positions for Associated Students. ning for president and vice president and will appear on the ballot with the corresponding numbers. President Can call Executive Committee meetings in order, serves as the student member on Board of Trustees and upholds the laws of the Associated Students.
Vice President of Administration Prepares, maintains and distributes ASGCC agendas, minutes and records.
Vice President of Finance Presents funding to the clubs with legislative approval. #5 Karo Papazyan Vice President of Activities Coordinates all special and cultural events.
Vice President of Organizations Recruits student clubs and organizations.
Senators will also be included on the ballot. However, the current number of applicants exceed the number of positions available. According to ASGCC student
Vice President of Campus Relations and website.
tion for the fall semester. Photo by Anahit Kardzhyan Stephanie Ramirez can be reached at stephanieyramirez@gmail.com
TAKE YOUR PICK: Student-designed yard signs and flyers cover the campus as they campaign in the days leading up next week’s Associated Student Government elections.
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FEATURES
Glendale College Honors Nurses Week By Jessica Jas
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ounselor Patricia Djambazian held a nursing facility panel in the Student Center on May 13, titled “My Life as a Nurse,” to celebrate National Nurse Week, giving insight in change in the future. During the panel, Emelyn Judge, nursing program director main changes you foresee in the prepare your students to adjust and adapt to these changes?” cent medical Southern California be a shortage of nurses in the fuans, intensive care unit (ICU) and so forth, encouraging students to are occurring because of the demographical change, such as to people living longer, chronic illnesses, more affordable care packages and technology im-
provements,” Judge said. She continued to elaborate on the fact that there are a several different roles for nurses out there, such as care coordinator, family corporative, facilitator, health coach for administrator and teaching nursing classes at schools. Jing Johnson, an assistant professor of nursing science and
“We are all able to commubecause things don’t get mixed nite,” Johnson explained.
access to healthcare, and patients are able to access their medical records or email their physicians. The records are universal al-
affected by the constant change of technology?” nurse since 1999, and of course, there are constant changes,” Johnson said. “Just in the time that I’ve been a nurse I’ve seen so many changes, such as having electronic medical records and the equip-
improves
communication
ting back to the basics. “In my class I [stress the importance of] physical assessment change,” she said. “Technology sometimes fails and nurses should be able to detect a problem and not only rely on technology. Overall, technology is an amazing thing, and in patients even more so.” GCC’s nursing program colState Northridge and Cal State Fullerton. These universities help
be-
in the medical practice, such as physicians, physical therapists, and any other disciplines that are
year.
nurses are expected to learn the
es available to help make the ex-
both pros and cons to the rapid technology change in the nurs-
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environment. For instance, the improvement of communication
patient. For this issue, Johnson advises focusing on the patients and get-
be available in the summer so students can receive their Bachelor
Jessica Jas can be reached at jessjaz3@gmail.com
Trustee Documents His Journey Through Armenia [Peroomian, from page 1] his
trip
memorial;
to
Tsitsernakaberd, and
the
20th
felt compelled to put this book
on it for about a year. “I’ve done everything on the book, from typesetting, to laying it out, to putting the photographs in, to actually sending it to the printer and choosing the cover. transformed into an essay that
“Every trip I took after that, I
old shepherd he had met on his last visit and they said there had never been such a person there. The audience gasped in disbelief. in his journey because he had mentioned that he preferred not to photograph people -- except for his kids, he said -- but managed to get a shot of this man that no one else had seen before.
khachkars, architecture and all the symbols that Vahe Peroomian many undiscovered miracles the
again, the audience let out a collective sigh upon hearing the
and culture.” One of Peroomian’s many
Based on his personal experience, he says that by travelling and going into uncharted territory, “you really
four seasons. “I [took one] in the summer, spring and fall, all
experience the beauty of the land
dire circumstances, especially in the people … by breaking bread and making memories — but then
impacts those people on a daily basis.” and faculty purchased copies
people the country in a different
under construction.” it had essentially be ruined, he
numerous reminders that modern
there are more and more things to explore and learn about,”
contributed to the restoration had replaced the unique metal roof of its character. photo, but it looked different from
signed. their distinct features and said he vast terrains. Photography is not Peroomian’s day job, but a hobby his free time. In fact, aside from being on the BOT at GCC, he teaches astronomy and physics
a voice and give the backstory of everything that happened.”
thanks Peroomian for his donation and said they’ll be using the $210 for future events — including Monday’s fundraiser food and dessert in Plaza Vaquero in an effort to raise money to support the bordering villages of
pages of captivating visuals and information and is available for $49.99 on amazon.com. Professor Marcia Wallerstein-
the images as it explains his the locals. Though some stories are more surprising than others. a circle of stones near Sisian,
is the last lecture for this semester. already scheduled. Visit glendale. edu and search “Road to Social Change” for more information.
became a shepherd after being a truck driver for many years. For some reason, Peroomian felt the urge to capture a photo of the as the similarly shaped rocks that he leaned against.
since last May, but he said plans to vacation there next year.
Photo by Anahit Kardzhyan
CULTURAL DIVERSITY: Professors Levon Marashlian and J.C. Moore, author Vahe Peroomian and Armenian Student Association President Astghik Hakobyan, left to right, pose with copies of “A Photographic Journey of my Homeland, Armenia.”
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THE ARTS
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Marvel’s Captain America: Civil War By Stephanie Ramirez
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cold storm is brewing in
of Marvel’s most anticipated where both Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans reprise their roles as Tony Stark/Iron Man and Steve Rogers/Captain America. Taking place a year after the battle between Ultron and The faced with either giving up their freedom to the federal governing their superhuman abilities or tion and loss of human life from their battles. Stark and Rogers are both on opposite positions on this the heroes. The Winter Soldier (Sebastian
and Falcon (Anthony Mackie)
newcomers Spider-Man (Tom (Chadwick Boseman) team up with Iron Man. “Captain America: The Winter -
vision directing duo Anthony and Joseph Russo have once again triumphed with how riveting the entire to be. Though it nearly hits the two and a half hour stays
consistent
that had the same concept (I’m lookSnyder). The action keeps the audience on the captivating them every step of the way. Two actors Theatrical release poster who highlighted in PLACE HOLDER HERE: Ur si beaque vende evelici odis qui to volor soluptate officius,Ur si beaque vende evelici odis qui to volor soluptate - officius Ur si beaque vende evelici odis qui to volor soluptate officius Ur si bea. land’s portrayal For those who still aren’t Carolina native. as Peter Parker/Spider Man and The introduction of the char- equally enjoy this action-packed Boseman’s portrayal as T’Challa/ the London native as Spider-Man Black Panther. Man or Team Captain America. since he’s expected to release his For those who already know - Marvel cinematic universe but wasn’t seen as an appropriate Marvel’s famous post-credit choice to play the New Yorker ten with mystery since fans will web slinger. Fans will be more - generates a dark and mysterious be seeing more of him as Boseland’s representation demonWakandian character Black deal with Marvel as well as a solo May 6. Tickets are available at the element in his character. Marvel devotees don’t have to be bitten acter exceptionally well that release in February 2018. by a radioactive spider to relate to viewers wouldn’t have noted that Comic book fans and moviegoStephanie Ramirez can be reached at the humorous teen. the actor is actually a South stephanieyramirez@gmail.com
OPINION I Really Hate Moving By Arpy Zargarian
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words to express my feelings -
down the real estate sign hanging so surely in front of my house. bed and eating nutritious foods. I guess I want to embrace every last bit of the house I’ve been in for the past 20 years. who doesn’t really embrace the outside world. I revel in my sluggish ways. An unapologetic workfrom-bed type of winner. I’m that being constantly blown up via
bedsheets at the idea of making an appearance. It’s a bit heartbreaking. These walls are all I’ve ever known. ing look so appealing. I’ve come across scenes with a wholesome
their faint laughter through the
This isn’t a way for my family to bond and move onto a brand new chapter of our unconditional unity. I bet those screenwriters don’t even know the genuine emotional impact of moving. here: Where are we going? Will we ever get another house again? Is this the ONLY option? The answers come in cocktails of strong You may be wondering why we’re moving at all. From the a materialistic attraction for outsiders to love and locals to loathe. The commercialism of this onceupon-a-small-town is eating at its
same house throughout my entire upbringing. Let’s just say if
don’t assume we are blindly going with it. or siblings chasing each other up
Photo courtesy U.S. Navy
family. Our mortgage has gone up a
between each room based on
I even know all the hiding spots from the make-believe intruders and the creepy dungeon wish they never messed with the royal family. I come from a pretty average family. An average family that was
once able to afford their average mortgage in an average town. It’s like a funeral of my youth. The next set of walls will not speak to me in the same voice. Arpy Zargarian be reached at azargar040@student.glendale.edu
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Stars Shine at Wango Tango By Tina Fernestam
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IIS FM hosted their 19th annual one-day music festival at StubHub Center in Carson on Saturday. With performances from Gwen Stefani and Mike Posner who after years of silence made their comeback and artists like Zayn and Kygo who released their debut album. They all took the stage at the sold-out Wango Tango. Gwen Stefani’s last solo album was released 10 years ago, but during the night’s performance she showed that she was still no hollaback girl. Stefani sang a mix of old and new songs, including “Rich Girl,” “What You Waiting For” and “Make Me Like You” from her new album. The best song of the entire show was “Hollaback Girl.” From beginning to end, the whole crowd sang along with every breath they had. The last song of Stefani’s set was also a crowd pleaser and a sing-along as she performed “The Sweet Escape.” Me” and told the crowd to go crazy and they followed his lead. Posner did a mashup of his hit songs before ending it with a stripped down version of his international hit “I Took A Pill In Ibiza.” After leaving boy band One Direction a little over a year ago, Zayn Malik took the stage as a solo artist in all black attire. His set list contained both “She Don’t Love Me” and “It’s You” from his latest album “Mind Of Mine.” Disappointment was in the air, however, “Pillowtalk.” The crowd and Malik’s fans were happy to
Photo by Tina Fernestam
ONE-DAY FESTIVAL: Gwen Stefani captivates the crowd at the StubHub Center in Carson on Saturday.
Advertisement for the night: “Like I Would.” their 20-minute set with a mix of their own singles and other remixes. During their Coldplay remix, Andrew Taggart told the crowd to take out their
through the crowd, running to different ends of the arena. The girl power at Wango Tango also consisted of The X Factor group Fifth Harmony who sang and danced to their hits “Worth It,” “BO$$” and “Sledgehammer.” After singing their latest single “Write On Me” they left the stage, only to return moments later for an encore performance of “Work From Home.” Grammy winner Meghan Trainor entered the stage in a pink glittery dress and sang hits like “Lips Are Movin” and “All About That Bass.” She performed her newest single “Me Too” then transitioned into her latest chart-topper “No” to close out her set. ing “Black Widow” and “Fancy.” Alessia Cara, dressed in jeans, a white T-shirt and a red cap, performed “Here” and “Wild Things.” Demi Lovato kicked off the show with her sin-
arena look like a sky full of stars. They had the whole crowd jamming out to Red Hot Chili Peppers’ “Under The Bridge” before transitioning over to their own single “Roses.” When the crowd heard the words “my mama don’t like you and she likes everyone” they knew that they were in for a Justin Bieber remix of “Love Yourself” and screamed a little louder. For their new single and last song of their set, “Don’t Let Me Down,” Taggart told the crowd to not let him down and called in the singer Daya to sing her part of the song. From one DJ to the next, the Norwegian DJ mixes, “Sexual Healing” by Marvin Gaye. He went through a number of songs including “Fire- her gold microphone. She did a set with a mix of stone” and “Carry Me” from his new album six new and old songs and ended with “Cool For “Cloud Nine” that was released on Friday. Kygo The Summer.” Ariana Grande closed the show with her ninebeing Maty Noyes for the song “Stay.” For his song set list, starting with “Bang Bang” where she last song he welcomed Parson James to the stage also rapped along to Nicki Minaj’s portion. Dancto sing “Stole The Show” as confetti covered the ing in her high heels and furry coat, she sang old crowd. hits such as “Problem” and “Break Free” but also DNCE, with frontman Joe Jonas, sang two of songs from her new album “Dangerous Woman.” their four songs from their EP “SWAAY” before This year’s Wango Tango ended on a high note afwelcoming their special guest Hailee Steinfeld to ter Grande performed “Dangerous Woman.” sing a duet of “Rock Bottom.” Before ending their set, they had the whole crowd singing along to Tina Fernestam can be reached at TLC’s ‘90s hit “No Scrubs” and during their own mfernes239@student.glendale.edu single “Cake By The Ocean” the band scattered
KIIS FM PRESENTS:Joe Jonas performs at Wango Tango.
Photo by Tina Fernestam
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It Ain’t Swede: Breaking the Unwritten Laws
By Tina Fernestam
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t took me a while to get used to the transition from Sweden to the United States. There is the obvious change in weather and language, but there are also a few unwritten rules that everyone follows, making for a completely different lifestyle. In Sweden one never stands too close to anyone else while waiting for the bus/train. We take personal space very seriously. The only exception is if you know the person. Also, while on the train/bus, you don’t sit next else, and if there’s no room then you stand up. I was taking the bus from Burbank to Glendale and sat by myself (with my headphones plugged in, minding my own business) when all of a sudden a man sat down next to me. Literally right beside me — shoulder to shoulder. I was shocked because there were so many free spots on the bus. Not only that, but he also talked to me, making comments about the weather, which I wasn’t used to. We also don’t smile or wave to strangers in Sweden. Apparently they don’t in Europe either. When I was in Germany for the World Cup in 2008, my friend and I sat at an outdoor cafe. We waved at people in passing cars when suddenly a driver looked at us and crashed into the car in front of him as he waved back. Whoops! If you were to wave to someone in Sweden (something I do for fun) they sometimes wave back, but then they’ll go the rest of the day wondering who you were and why you waved at them. Since strangers don’t wave at each other, they worry it was someone they knew, but didn’t recognize. America is different though. When you go into a store or pass by other pedestrians, they almost always would answer with “hi, I’m good and you?,” but I never got an answer back so I’ve learned to only say “hi” and keep walking, without offending anyone. But when I was at the airport in Denmark trying to get my bags from the conveyer, a guy ran past me and bumped into me so one bag almost fell. Do you think he said anything? No. Do you think I said something? Well, of course I did. I said “sorry” to the guy that
pushed ME. Speaking of Denmark, when you live in Skåne, the southest part of Sweden, you get called Danish by the rest of Sweden. It’s not an option, it’s just like that. I think we can compare Skåne with Texas in the United States. We speak a little different, but we are still cool, you know. So we don’t need people from the US telling us that they compare us to Danish people or even German like a friend once did. She straight up said that Swedish sounded like German. GERMAN? That’s like a whole new level. It’s not that we don’t like Danish or German people, we just don’t want to be compared to them. And, don’t think that all Swedes are blond and blue eyed, because we are not! Well I am, but that’s irrelevant. And on that note, I’m talking about Sweden, NOT Switzerland. Everyone seems to mix those up, but the only thing that we have in common is that we both start with “S” and “W.” Nothing else! When you say Sweden to a person, some will actually say “oh the country with the cheese and Alps.” Well we have cheese, very good cheese if you ask me, but the only Alps we have is in Kiruna or when it’s been snowing and you make your own Alps in your garden. But I don’t think that’s the cheese and Alps they’re referring to. You never say no to Fika. That is one of the most holy things we have. Fika is a combo of coffee and a between breakfast and lunch? Of course! After lunch? Well yes! After dinner? Yes! In the middle of the night? If you are awake at that time then why not? During my year here in California, I haven’t had you?” and walk away without bothering to listen if someone answer me back. I always say “sorry” to almost everyone, even if I don’t do anything. I’m breaking all the unwritten Swedish laws. I even stand close to people when I’m waiting for the bus/train. What is happening to me?
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THE ARTS
Photos by Jessica Jas
CAMPUS TALENT: Student artwork on display at the gallery in the Library Building includes “Culture” by Gloria Rincon, left, and “Domestic Goddess” by Eden Roxio, right.
Gallery Exhibit Features the Best of Student Artwork By Jessica Jas
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he Art Gallery at Glendale Community College presents The 2016 Invitational Student Exhibition, displaying different forms of artwork created by students. There were several applicants, but only a few were chosen to be part of the exhibition, all coming from the different art classes available at GCC. The contrasting styles of art in the exhibition include abphotography, pottery, handcraft and paintings. The overall theme of the exhibition demonstrates culture, diversity and soulful artworks, each carrying a personal meaning and an original title. There is an eye-catching piece consisting of little houses that are almost identical -- like a perfect little town inside of a glass
box. This was created by Maureen Dondanville and is titled “House as a Home.” “What inspired me to create this was a longing for a time of more personalized dwellings, and a more authentic individualism, the everyday ...” Dondanville said. She elaborates on how her piece reminds her of her home in Echo Park, where houses with no yard look similar to each other. As she stares at her own artwork in the exhibition, she says: “I would hope people feel the beauty of the intimate handmade item as it relates to a larger, more brutal reality ... that the hope of inspiration will always triumph.” Dondanville said that she created the houses from slabs of porcelain clay. She them that she created herself including a secret recipe. Each house is signed on the bottom with her initials.
Another artwork in the exhibition is an oil painting titled “Starbucks Girl” by Arsen Petrosyan. The painting shows a dark coffee shop, and the woman in the painting looks similar to the starbucks logo. She has a tired look on her face as she sits with a coffee in her hand. “For this painting, I took one of my favorite artist’s work and combined both past and present,” Petrosyan said. “The girl who works at starbucks is having her lunch with her coffee and she is exhausted and in a bad mood.” “I hope that some people see this, and realize how tough it is for minimum wage workers because of the lack of respect customers and their bosses give them,” he added. Petrosyan explains how because of his personal experience, he wishes for people to give more respect to workers, and was
able to express himself through this painting to provide an insight on how workers feel after having a disrespectful customer. His painting hangs below his a self-portrait, also done in oil paint. He painted both of the pieces in his art class last year and was excited when they got accepted to be in the exhibition. Robert Ortiz, a student at GCC said “I love art in general, and I am always curious to see what this college shows and the fact that these pieces were created by students just makes it even more beautiful and interesting, I might just take up an art class at GCC now because of this.” The gallery is located in the Library foyer and is open to the public from noon to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, until June 8. Jessica Jas be reached at jessjaz3@gmail.com
Chicago Rapper Comes to Los Angeles By Sean Lamar
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ans received an unexpected gift from their favorite Windy City star with a long-awaited release from Chance the easy as the three-year wait came to a close with his latest mixtape “Coloring Book.” “Coloring Book” is a 14-song discovery of rich music, taking one on a journey through sounds of hip-hop, gospel, soul and doo-wop. He utilizes variations of jazz, classical orchestra and caribbean music. Chance makes music for the people. cent album released with co-producer and friend, Donnie Trumpet (aka Nico Segal) in 2015. Trumpet plays a major role in the rapper’s style when it comes to performing songs like “Blessings.” Together, they’ve illuminated a wide variety of artists such as New York rapper and producer J. Cole, Busta Rhymes and Janelle Monet. Chance is melodically sequences together to create unusual sounds while producing something both new and refreshing, therefore his music remains spontaneous. “Finish Line/Drown” merges the talents of hip-hop veteran T-Pain performing the hook, vocalist and pianist Eryn Allen Kane on the bridge and backed up by gospel singer Kirk Franklin and his spectacular choir. The track is phenomenal. It is the perfect way to mix genres like gospel and hip-hop and to structure it in a way that it complements each other. Kirk’s gospel classical doo-wop and puts its own identity
on this mixtape. What makes Chance the Rapper so fearless is the fact that he allows his personal barriers to be broken and seeps it all into his work. In Blessings, Chance illustrates his newfound feelings about fatherhood, hometown Chicago, where he lost many friends to violence and addiction, and is concerned about his own child’s safety. He family or the city, both of which he dearly loves. One can listen to his personal views on tracks like “Same Drugs,” “Blessings” and “Summer Friends.” The track that seems lackluster compared to the rest of the project is ironically titled “Mixtape,” featuring cash money records artist Yung Thug, along with an upand-coming artist, Lil Yachty. While it is a catchy song to have fun to, it’s unnecessary and a song that is desperately trying to capture the attention of a different audience that is unrelated to Chance’s core listeners. mature work from “10 Day” (2012) and has perfected a sound that was tested in his critically acclaimed mixtape “Acid Rap” (2013). Overall this project is a breath of fresh air in a genre that rarely ever changes its formula. All together, “Coloring Book” makes me feel like I’m a kid again being forced to go to Sunday morning church with my grandmother and ultimately loving it because of the music. this mixtape don’t worry it’s free. As the Chicago rapper has said before on numer-
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ous platforms: “it’s yours” on Chanceraps. com or through Apple Music. It will be released on all other streaming networks in the coming weeks. Sean Lamar can be reached at seanshields15@yahoo.com
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Vaqueros End Season in First Round of Playoffs By Anna Olsson
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nder a cloudy sky with rain hanging in the air there was not a dry eye on Stengel Field after the Vaqueros took on the Fullerton Hornets on May 7. For the second day in a row the Fullerton Hornets claimed victory after comebacks and late-inning in favor of Fullerton after going to Instead of traveling back to Fullerton, the Hornets started as the home team at Stengel Field in pitches Vaqueros third baseman Frank Garriola sent a home run off the top of the fence. “Frank set some sort of tone to the game,” Head Coach Chris Cicuto said. lerton’s Justin Row made the score 1-1 moving to second where Vaqueros Zach Mausser singled and Ricky Perez could make the score 2-1 in favor of the Vaqueros. The game trailed on until the bottom of the eighth when Fullerton’s Kevin Foley stepped up to the plate with the bases loaded and hit a double RBI sending Josh Balbuena and David Miranda Vaqueros still had a chance to get back in the game, but fell short and the Fullerton Hornets came out as winners. When heading into the last
week of the regular season Fullerton was likely to be the number two seed, but they had to forfeit 12 games, due to the use of an ineligible player. When the Southern California division bracket was released there was some discussion on whether Fullerton should have actually played against Fresno College instead of the Vaque“It was unfortunate for us, but we have to beat them at some point,” Cicuto said. The team was clearly impacted by the loss, which ended the season for the Vaqueros, but looking back it has been a good one with 28-10 overall. The Vaqueros typically keep their spirits high after a tough game. This time, there were tears streaming down their faces, followed by kind words and hugs. One chapter is coming to an end and another one is beginning since 15 men on the roster are sophomores and will be transferring out in the fall. “Some guys have been here for two, three and four years,” Cicuto recalled. “Those are the relationships we’re going to miss.” Now the work for season 2017 starts with recruiting new players. “We are pushing forward to keep on getting better to win that State Championship,” Cicuto said. Anna Olsson can be reached at aolsson281@student.glendale.edu
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IT’S ALL OVER: A Vaquero placed his hat and glove on first base after losing to Fullerton College in the first round of the SoCal Regional playoffs.
OVER THE FENCE: red Akins, left, celebrates with third baseman Frank Garriola after a home run in the first inning against the Fullerton Hornets on May 7.
Dodgers Night for Glendale Community By Anna Olsson
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Dodger Night was held on Thursday at Dodger Stadium and brought together the Glendale community to support Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation. The Los Angeles Dodgers took on the New York Mets and won the game 5-0. Before the game started, a small ceremony was held
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DODGER STADIUM: The Dodgers faced the New York Mets at home onThursday. The Dodgers won 5-0.
of Glendale and the committee of Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation was honored. The man leading this event is Shant Sahakian, president of the foundation, chairman of the Glendale Dodger Night committee and a Glendale Community College alumnus. Not reaching their goal of 1,000 Glendale attendees this year, Sahakian says they plan to host
the event on Friday nights in the future. This year there were 500 members of the Glendale community in the crowd, compared to 800 “I think we are going to go back moving forward,” Sahakian said. “We have had Glendale a Dodger Night on a Thursday, Friday and Saturday now and our best attendance numbers has been Friday nights.” Sahakian has been involved in ago when the Dodgers contacted the City of Glendale and proposed a partnership between the two. The city then partnered with the foundation who created a committee and Glendale Dodger Night was born. The Dodgers gave the committee tickets at discounted price for group sales which they sold
to Glendalians in hopes of bringting the foundation. The purpose of the foundation is to keep parks and open spaces in the community clean and maintained for the public to use. Anna Olsson can be reached at aolsson281@student.glendale.edu
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The lady Vaqueros tennis team won their second consecutive Western Conference title by defeating Santa Barbara City College in the last match of the regular season. They got a perfect 10-0 in WSC play. The Vaqueros earned the number two seed in the 2016 California Community College Athletic Association Southern California Team Playoffs. They defeated
The Glendale Vaqueros baseball team ended their season with a Western Conference South Division Title. Head Coach Chris Cicuto led the Vaqueros through a 17-4 season and a title for the second year in a row and for the honored with WSC South Coach in six years. Akins was named WSC South Player of the Year. This season, Akins has terrorized the opposing team pitchers, hitting .415 in WSC South play. He scored a total of 24 runs, drove in 30 more, and made eight doubles, two
round of playoff games before lege of the Desert in the regional their overall 2016 season with 15-4 in matches. The Head Coach of the lady Vaqueros, Deo Sy, was honored
with Coach of the Year at the ACE Awards for his outstanding sportsmanship and ethics. “It was very unexpected,” Sy said. The men’s Vaqueros tennis team ended their season with a 4-9 overall record and 2-6 in the conference. Captain David Ismailian, the number two player on the team was honored at the City of Glendale ACE Awards ( Athletes with Character and Ethics). Ismailian was awarded with Male Athlete of the Year for showing good character and ethical behavior throughout the season. “David is a good kid,” Coach Bob McKay said. “Things like this need to be highlighted.”
stole eight bases during the season and no errors, earning him a Photo by Anna Olsson
BASKETBALL Juwan Thomas, guard for the Vaqueros basketball team, was honored with Spirit Award of the Year at the ACE Awards for treating others with respect, playing the sport in spirit of cooperation and loyalty and showing great integrity. The Vaqueros ended the season at 5th place in the division with a 12-15 overall record and 8-6 in conference play.
ALL SMILES: Vaquero Head Coach Chris Cicuto, chatting with catcher Zach Mausser, was voted Western State Conference Coach of the Year.
SOFTBALL
The Vaqueros softball team had a tough 2016, ending the season 8-31-1 overall and 4-17 in the conference. They scored a total of 161 runs and seven home runs during their 40 games this season. Right before spring practice began one of the players, Elena Kramer, was killed in a car accident. “It still doesn’t feel real,”
a great loss that affected all of them. Vaqueros played a game in Kramer’s honor and that turned out to be the best game of their entire season. “We came together for her,” Ochoa said. Ochoa was awarded with Female Athlete of the Year at the ACE Awards. “I’ve been focused and worked hard for this,” Ochoa said. “It feels great.”
This affected the team and was
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ACE AWARD WINNERS: The ACE awardees, from left to right. Camille Ochoa, Juwan Thomas, Deo Sy and David Ismailian.
MEN’S AND WOMEN’S TRACK AND FIELD EVENTS Sophomore Matt Manalo won the 1,500 meter at the Southern California Championships Saturday at Antelope Valley College placing fourth with 160 points. GCC fell 47 points short of meet winner Mt. SAC with 207. with 14 points.
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inspire me, they know how to push me to get me to give my best.” Coach Ed Lopez said he appreciates the time and energy Isayan puts into his training. “Running 25 laps isn’t easy,” Lopez said “He has a tendency to tighten up when he runs. I always tell him, ‘train don’t strain’ and remind him keep his breathing smooth. We also just found out he was named co-athlete of the year at GCC which is exciting.” a class act to work with and often travel to cheer him on even if they are not competing. “He’s a great team captain,” teammate Michael Jirard said. “He’s supportive and encouraging. He keeps everyone
Several GCC athletes qualiurday and advanced to the state meet May 20 and 21 at San Diego Mesa College. pack with a time of 4:04.21. He joins fellow sophomores Vahagn Isayan, winner of the 10,000 meter in the preliminaries, as a So.
in check and makes workouts fun and entertaining with great conversation. We’re friends off the track as well, he’s a great person and does the team lots of good.” Isayan says he’ll miss his teammates the most when he leaves and plans to visit when he can. While walking through the gym he said he loves the smell and the environment. Everyone is so close, they all consider one another to be family. Majoring in social work, Isayan plans to work with children after graduation, and says his dream would be to represent the USA in the Olympics. “I push myself harder than anyone else. I run every day,” Isayan said. “I meet some of the nicest people during my runs, it’s a great sport. Runners are a unique group that feel each other’s pain.”
in a second event with a sixth with a tie for second place in the pole vault. Kimmer vaulted 15feet, 9 3/4 inches and took third in high jump at 6-feet 7 1/2 inches. The 4 x 400 relay team took third in 3:15.65, Manuel De La
15:29.58 and Shane Thompson took seventh in 15:35.04. Giselle Masedo placed second in the 1,500 meter in 4:46.90. Brenda Sanchez took fourth in the 5,000 meter in 19:16.33 and Agnes Kirakosian took eighth in 2:24.86.
MEN’S GOLF the WSC Championship game at Oakmont Country Club April 11.
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Isayan considers himself fortunate having never missed a race due to an injury. He admits he has to miss family events to attend races, but says his family under“My parents are very supportive of my running, they allow me to put all my energy into it. Sometimes I have to just lay on my bed for a while to get my energy back after a 16-mile run,” Isayan said “I eat well and I don’t drink or smoke. I even run when I’m sick. Running is my medicine.” Isayan is a self-proclaimed soccer junkie and would love to play, but he recognizes that his strength is in running. Cristiano Ronaldo is his favorite player and he enjoys playing FIFA video game during his off time to relax. Photo by Sal Polcino
HEADING FOR THE FINALS: Vahagn Isayan, center, steps toward the head of the pack at the Vaquero Classic track meet on April 10.
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SPOTLIGHT on campus EVENTS Basketball— Students will compete against faculty and staff durBasketball Game in the Verdugo Gym at noon on Thursday. LAPD Exam — The LAPD written exam will be held in CS 177 at 10:30 a.m. on Friday For more info visit www.joinlapd.com. Ceramics Sale— Ceramics students are holding a fall semester sale in SC 212 from 1 to 5 p.m. June 4.
IMPORTANT DATES Summer— Open registration for summer runs through June 17.
Fall 2016— Open registration for the fall semester runs through June 3. Campus Closed— The campus will be closed Monday for Memorial Day. Parking — Lot 31 will be closed from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday.
GUEST SPEAKERS Businesswoman— Phlunte’ Riddle presents “Breaking Barriers, Leading Communities� in the auditorium from 12:20 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday. Cultural Comparison— Marcia Wallerstein-Sibony presents “The Cultural Comparative Study of Armenians and Jews� in Kreider
Hall from 12:20 to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday.
PERFORMANCE
Engineering Field— Scott Dellinger and Kanan Patel-Coleman present “Help Rebuild Our Community and World: Careers in Engineering� in CS 177 at 12:20 p.m. on Tuesday.
Chamber Jazz— Chris Coulter and Chris Rio present a jazz chamber concert. Tickets are $10 general or $7 for students. The concert is in the main auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Thursday.
Environment— Joan Licari presents “The Emerald Necklace: A Vision for Urban Parks � in CS 177 at 12:20 p.m. on May 26.
ART GALLERY
Vocal Jazz and Guitar— Clare and Byron Delto presents a vocal jazz and guitar ensemble. Tickets are $10 or $7 for students. The concert is in the main auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Saturday.
Gallery — The GCC Art Gallery presents the Annual Student Art Show. The exhibit runs through June 8 from noon to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday.
Orchestra Concert— Bethany munity Orchestra. Tickets are $10 general or $7 for students. The concert is in the main auditorium at 3 p.m. Sunday.
File Photo by Kathy Bakowicz A WEEK OF DANCE: Dora Krannig and Lynn McMurrey will direct student dance routines at the Sierra Nevada Dance Theatre from Tuesday through May 29.
Chamber Music— Paul Sherman presents ensembles from the chamber music class. Admission is free. The performance is in AU 211 at 7:30 p.m. May 27. Dance— Students perform dance routines. Free Performances are at the Sierra Nevada Dance Theatre at 8 p.m. Tuesday through May 28 and 2 p.m. on May 29.
PLANETARIUM Afternoon with the Stars— Students and staff can attend a free lunchtime program highlighting the planetarium’s features in CS 257 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursdays. Jennifer Krestow presents “Chemistry in Space� on Thursday and “Exoplanet� on May 26.
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June 1. The church is at 610 E. California Ave.
Pasadena Plays— “Ah, Wilderness!� and “Man of La Mancha� are playing at The Noise Within. The theater is located at 3352 E Foothill Blvd. in Pasadena. Students can purchase rush tickets an hour prior to performances for $20. For showtimes visit www. anoisewithin.org or call (626) 356-3100.
Solo Cello — Maksim Velichkin performs a solo cello performance at the Brand Library & Art Center at 2 p.m. Saturday. Velichkin will perform music composed by J.S. Bach, Giovanni Gabrielli, and more. Admission is free. The library is at 1601 West Mountain Street.
MUSIC Glendale Noon Concerts — The Glendale City Church features free classical concerts at noon of each month. Ergo Musica and harpsichordist Arthur Omura will perform a French Baroque recital today. Annelle Gregory will perform a violin recital on
EXHIBITS Space Telescopes— Park Observatory features exhibits, telescopes, and a planetarium. Hours are noon to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets for the planetarium shows are $7 or $5 for students. The observatory is at 2800 East Observatory Road in Los Angeles.
Armenian Heritage— Tumo Center for Creative Technologies and CyArk present “Armenian Heritage: A Virtual Pilgrimage� from 7 to 9:30 Thursday. The free presentation will discuss the creation of the exhibit. This event is part of the Armenia: An Open Wound series at the Brand Library & Art Center. For more events visit www.brandlibrary.org The Broad — The museum contains a large contemporary artwork collection. Admission is free. The museum is at 221 S. Grand Avenue in Los Angeles. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. For more info visit www.thebroad.org. Descanso Gardens— The garden
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features a large botanical collection. It is at 1418 Descanso Drive in La Caùada Flintridge. Tickets are $9 or $6 for students. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information visit www.descansogardens.org. Lighthouse— The Point Ferman Lighthouse in San Pedro is open from 1 to 4 p.m. daily. Admission is free but donations are requested. Tuesday through Sunday. The lighthouse is at 807 W. Paseo Del Mar in San Pedro. For more information visit www. pointferminlighthouse.org
EVENTS Montrose Harvest Market — The Farmer’s Market takes place every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the 2300 block of Honolulu Avenue. For information visit www.shopmontrose.com.
The Odd Market — Odd Nights at The Autry takes place from 6 to 11 p.m. every third Fri-day. The market is located 4700 Western Heritage Way. The free event features food, live music, and select galleries. For informa-tion visit www.oddmarket.com. Meet the Author— Abril Bookstore presents author Heather Ruth Martin at 7:30 p.m. today. Martin is the author of “Reclaiming Konia.� Admission is free.The bookstore is at 415 E. Broadway. Book Talk— One Book/One Glendale presents author Nina Revoyr from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on May 25 at the Glendale Public Library. Revoyr will discuss her novel “The Age of Dreaming.� Admission is free. The library is at 222 E. Harvard St. Compiled by Eric Bourse
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