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International Student Housing Considered by Board of Trustees By Isiah Reyes
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he board of trustees has until Saturday to sign a letter of interest which would allow a developer to conduct a study on the construction of proposed on-campus housing for international college students. The feasibility study is an exclusive one-year negotiation agreement prepared by WAM Development Group, which would invest between $25 million and $30 million on this project. Not everyone supports the proposed plan. “I really feel bad for us to even give an inch of this college to a private entity that is doing this for profit,” said board of trustee member Armine Hacopian. “Leasing this college for a dollar to someone is absolutely unacceptable to me.” Some of the major concerns for the proposed plan are the cost, impact on neighbors, issues around ownership of buildings, safety issues around child development centers, limited resources and facility management. However, a benefit of having more international students on campus is that the college gets more revenue. International students pay $145 more per unit than resident students, money that stays in GCC’s pocket rather than going to the state. [See Dorms, page 2]
IN THIS ISSUE News.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Opinion.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Center Spread.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Entertainment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Dr. H. Wesley Clark gesticulates to emphasize a point during his lecture “Substance Abuse Treatment: Taking a Medical and
Mental Health Holistic Approach Now.” Dr. Clark, Director of the Center for Substance Abuse, Treatment, spoke at Addiction Summit 2011, an event sponsored by students of the GCC Alcohol/Drug Studies Program, on Oct. 8 in the GCC auditorium. A crowd of GCC faculty members, drug and alcohol couselors, attorneys, students and Glendalians were presented a wide range of statistics regarding the most abused drugs, the percentage of Americans who abuse those drugs and the successes and failures of various recovery programs. Dr. Clark, a licensed physician who holds a law degree and a Master’s of Public Health, is also a fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine and served as a professor of psychiatry at the University of San Francisco for 13 years before joining the United States Department of Health and Human Services in the late 1990s. See more online at www.elvaq.com.
Occupy LA Brings Wall Street to City Hall Opinion: By Ashley Carey
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ttention protesters: Read this if you are serious about changing the United States of America. Protesting is a great thing, but protests in America have a history of being pointedly ineffective. Conversely, European protests almost always bring change. There are some things we can learn from this. If you’re an American, the ideas you have about how to protest are probably American ones. I’m going to ask you to forget almost all of them. I know it seems like many failed protests are the result of an ignorant government, but there are things we can do to improve our odds.
First, a warning. There are a few key dangers in a protest — especially one of this magnitude — and unless we make ourselves aware of these, they could ruin everything. Protests are effective when done properly, but the entire movement can be spoiled by the smallest group of wayward extremists. The worst of these extremists experience the Dunning-Kruger Effect, which causes an inability to comprehend that you’re acting really crazy. The majority of attendees at any protest are good people who come for good reason. This holds especially true with the occupation protests happening now. You guys are awesome, and I appreciate that more than I can say. I love you, and I love your dedication. But there are a few mistakes that most people don’t even realize can really hurt the protest and water down [See Wall Street, page 4]
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FRAMING THE ARGUMENT: Occupy
protests are spreading to cities across the country - but the message isn’t always clear.
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El Vaquero Dorms Considered for International Students EDITOR IN CHIEF Jessica Bourse COPY EDITOR Agnes Constante STAFF WRITERS Eric Bourse Vanessa Duffy John Ferrara Alex Gonzalez Marlon Miranda Isiah Reyes Verzhine Nikoghosyan Angel Silva Derek Stowe Lillian Wu
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There would be no consequence to the district if they decided that building on-campus housing is not what they want to do after they gather information from the developer. “The results of the survery are critical in order for the board and all governance committees to understand the proposed project and craft a recommendation that is in the best interest of all students,” said board of trustee member Anita Quinonez Gabrielian. The survey would answer specific questions, such as how much a student has to pay for a bed and how many rooms there would be. Executive Vice President of Administrative Services Ron Nakasone said that most of the college’s international students have come from Japan, but recently has shifted to South Korea. “Increasing our nonresident enrollment will provide additional revenue to the college that we can then use to reduce the amount of cuts [from the budget] we have to make,” Nakasone said. In the current proposal, the college would not have to put up any money for the construction. Outside private financing would build the facility and lease it out
to students, which is how the investor would make its money back. According to superintendent/ president Dawn Lindsay, the question of having on-campus housing was not an issue until around June this year, when Korean families showed concern over safety and housing needs. There are currently 500 F-1 students, with 110 to 120 of them from Korea. ASGCC President Suzanna Sargsyan said that the dorms would be open to resident Glendale College students after all the international students’ needs have been met. “If executed correctly, I think it would be a good plan for international students,” said Sargsyan. “We have a high population of Korean students here, and for them it’s difficult to find housing around the campus.” Director of international recruitment and outreach David Nelson, who has more than 25 years of experience in international higher education, 11 of which were with GCC, has built an extended network of contacts overseas and domestic and has also worked closely with thirdparty education companies who refer to the college’s programs. “Many people outside the niche industry of enrolling international students do not realize how
competitive the market place is for qualified international visa students, not just domestically but worldwide,” said Nelson. “I am literally competing, not just against PCC and the University of Santa Monica, but colleges in Washington State, on the East Coast and other prominent developed, country systems worldwide.” Most of the international students come from Asian countries; similar to most institutions nationwide who recruit international students. More than 60 percent of the international students in this country come from East Asia and south/southeast Asian countries. “Having international students on-campus and being enrolled full-time is a distinct benefit to the entire campus community and the local economy,” said Nelson. “These students add diversity, a global approach to the classroom and outside extra-curricular activities, bring exposure to GCC, and even add much-needed tuition revenue to the district’s budget.” The college’s top countries have historically been Japan, South Korea, China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines. “The proposal is still going through its preliminary stages, so it is hard to make a full assessment at this time,” said Nelson. “The
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idea of on-campus housing or an ‘international house’ concept for Glendale would be positive, and would potentially boost our recruitment and outreach efforts for these students.” Initially, the developers were interested in the parking lot across the street from the campus by the Mobile gas station. Then they shifted their attention to the parking lot on the north of campus. Currently, there are 11 community colleges in northern California that have on-campus housing. However all of those colleges are larger than Glendale. Sierra College is 311 acres, Shasta College is 337 acres, and Reedley College is 420 acres. Glendale College is 100 acres. The dormitories on those colleges are not always on the main campus. For now, the board will proceed with the assumption that the housing will be built on campus property. The decision to sign the letter of intent will be based on whether on-campus housing would be a benefit to students or not in the long run. The deadline for foreign students to apply for Spring 2012 is December 1. For more info, email gcciso@glendale.edu.
SPELLING VIOLATION: Gahren Moradian, 22, of Burbank is a former Glendale philosophy student arrested on the
Cal State Northridge campus on Oct. 4 for making criminal threats, according to campus officials. Moradian has had a recent history of erratic behavior, and allegedly stated that he “had a gun and was planning to use it.” He surrendered to police without incident and no weapon was found. Moradian had a prior arrest on Aug. 16 for vandalizing a 2009 Honda Civic with the owner still inside. At the time, he claimed that he had a knife, prompting the owner of the car, John Sibala, to chase him with a baseball bat. No knife was discovered and both men were arrested in the incident, said Burbank Police Sgt. Thor Merich. Moradian is scheduled to be arraigned in North Valley Municipal Court on Oct. 19.
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FEATURES
Professor and Dean Ron Harlan Retires With Honor By Derek Stowe
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iologist-administrator Ronald K. Harlan, in his 33 years of committed service, accomplished many objectives, including a nationally recognized program for biology majors, and the spearheading of a marine biology program upgrade for the Baja field station. Harlan, 61, taught biology from 1979 to 2006 including 17 summers in Baja. He retired from his most recent post as dean of instruction on Sept. 30. “He really served the college well in his 33 years,” said biology division chair Lynn Mizuno. With his passionate dedication to teaching, Harlan said he never had much spare time as his ex-wife’s health problems left him with a large share of raising daughter Monica, now 21. In retirement, he and his fiancée Michele Pallazzo plan to buy acreage in Fallbrook, grow organic vegetables, make wine, and perhaps write a book together. And then there is the traveling. Harlan, who spent his childhood in Burma, made eight trips to the Amazon “just for fun.” Now, he and Pallazzo can travel more.
Over his long career, Harlan four-year colleges refused to recmentored many biology students. ognize biology coursework done “He doesn’t try to sugar-coat at Glendale, he solved a problem things; he tells it like it is,” said that they could not. former student, Lauri Green, 31. Thanks to Harlan’s biology majors program, G r e e n earned her doctorate from UCLA and is now working as a field ecologist. Her research may one Photo by Derek Stowe day help se- STILL EVOLVING: Ron Harlan has retired after 33 cure fund- years of service, but has no plans to slow down. ing to clean up the California coastline. In 1999, Harlan led a sympo“Educators like Dr. Harlan sium of biology professors from thoroughly lay down the funda- UCLA and 22 community colmentals on cell function and how leges. One result was that Harlan evolution works,” said Green. added Biology 103 to the cur“Everything he taught came up in riculum. This ensured that GCC my classes later on. He gave me graduates’ coursework would so much support and guidance.” transfer longitudinally. Harlan made every effort to The biology majors’ eight secure a better future for his stu- course core was accepted at dents. When UCLA and other UCLA, the most rigorous of all
universities. Harlan, who holds a doctorate in higher education from UCLA, said he thrives on knowing he has helped his students to understand biology and make wise decisions. A display of 100 of his alumni is planned for the “wall of fame” in the San Gabriel Building. “I chose him because I could see a spark in Ron that made me sense his love for science,” said colleague and friend, Kindra Girard. She was on Harlan’s original hiring committee and had to decide between two equally qualified candidates. “Ron was the right man for the job,” she said. To qualify, Harlan was a community college graduate, earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Cal State Hayward and worked two years for the Centers for Disease Control. With a master’s degree from UC Santa Barbara in aquatic and population biology, he also got a lifetime California community college teaching credential in biological sciences, zoological sciences, and marine sciences. He said he would like to be remembered as a well-liked professor — hard, but fair — and also for his perseverance and ingenuity in bringing worthwhile projects to completion. His accomplishments serve as an example to all faculty and administrators. He was honored with the Parker award in 2003. The Dr. William L. Parker Exceptional Service Award goes annually to a faculty member for good college “citizenship” and contributions to college life outside the classroom, such as participation and leadership in committees and outreach. He was extremely active on campus committees and in governance. For example, he served two terms as the president of the faculty Guild where he helped in raising sabbatical compensation from 50 percent to 75 percent. Recently, he submitted a financial report to defend the Baja program in the face of budget cuts. Notably, Baja’s $172,000 in fundraising helped to cement the field station’s future. But Harlan could not defend the “oak grove and meadow” from Granite Construction. The GCC property habitat was lost to the upper parking structure and fire road construction. The company began the project while Harlan was on sabbati-
cal at UCLA in 1990-91. Claiming the area to be nothing but brush, Granite disregarded the well-marked pathway for the road and bulldozed a pristine meadow ecosystem including 12 mature oak trees. They had no permit to remove the oaks. Harlan led a lawsuit against Granite, which brought about a $100,000 settlement. “That magic place is gone,” he said. “But the money was used for habitat reconstruction work.” At his going away party on Thursday, the 40-acre nature preserve above the fire road was officially named the Dr. Ron K. Harlan Oak and Riparian Woodlands. Five years ago, Harlan was prompted to apply for dean of instruction after teaching biology for 28 years, 10 years of which he served as biology department chair. In the 12-months-a-year administrative position, he presided over eight of the school’s academic divisions including science, math and English. Harlan said he plans to continue to give talks like the seven different science lectures he gave during his career. His lecture on Sept. 27, was titled, “A Biologist Reflects on our Life and Times.” Compared to our animal nature, our social nature compels us to listen to the voices of reason, community and morality. “At least in academia, we appreciate that what we can do in a group has more [clout] than what we can do as an individual,” he said. For example, without the help of the college’s resources, Harlan would not have been able to develop the biology majors program, steer the Baja program through its difficulties, or provide students with major lecturers such as top orangutan expert, Biruté Galdikas. “I’ve tried to lead by example. By rolling up my sleeves, I identify problems and find out how to be involved in the solution.” Problem-solving was what inspired Harlan throughout his career as dean and biologist. “Studying tide-pool species, observing bioluminescents, and snorkeling with whale-sharks can be a life-changing experience for many students,” said Mizuno. The Ron Harlan influence will not soon be forgotten. Derek Stowe can be reached at derekgem@yahoo.com
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Protesters Need to Take Occupation Seriously [Wall Street, from page 1]
with signs. But their differences are really important in understanding why one works and the other often does not. The most obvious difference is the number of people, of course. But after taking into account that there are six million people in the entire country of Finland, we can put that aside. After all, the more people, the better. We have them there, and that’s awesome. But now look at what the people are wearing. The people in the first photo don’t work at the Finnish parliament, and they’re certainly not working in that photo. But they’re dressed in business attire simply because they mean business. Even behind the goofy masks and costumes, we can see the collared shirts and dress
“We’ve come here because we mean business,” then you the message we’re trying to send. might be doing it I used to live in Helsinki, Finwrong. I purposely land. I saw protesters outside of omitted the photos the Parliament building every sinof those who were gle day, and I asked my host mom dressed as “hipwhy they bothered. pies” from head to “What do you mean why do toe because they they bother? Because they have were not in the maan issue. This is how they solve jority. But in order it.” for our demands to She explained that in Finland, be taken seriously, and in most of Europe, protesting we need to step up works. The politicians need only our game. look out their window to see a Photo by Ashley Carey You may not clear, unified message on the peobelieve that apWHAT?: American protesters have a long way to go before the “one percent” take them ples’ signs, and their message was pearance makes a seriously and a consistent message is the key to success. understood, which fueled real acdifference, but in a tion. Each day focused on a difprotest, media coverage is vital Guy Fawkes mask mean to an ous to us. Even in a permit-crazy ferent issue. Never was more than in spreading our message. Those average American? If it requires city like LA, we’re being allowed one thing requested at a time. who are un- an explanation, it’s a bad idea, be- to make the grass outside of City familiar with cause the explanation will likely Hall our temporary homes — our movement never reach the viewers. All they without any formal permission. (there are still know is what they see, and most That’s amazing. many) are will only join in if they underAnd no matter your past expemuch more stand and appreciate what they riences, please remember that not likely to side see. We’re asking people to take all cops are bad. In fact, most are with the folks time off work to protest against good. It takes a brave person to in the first something they aren’t even sure join a police force in a city with photo than the they understand. We need to fix a significant rate of gang-related ones wearing that by being obvious in what we crime, and most power-hungry tie-dye shirts present to the public. And ban- evil people would steer clear of a and bandan- danas over our noses and mouths job where they risk being shot to nas over their will likely only send the message death every day. mouths. Why? that we expect to need to shield The LAPD is here to protect B e c a u s e our faces once this movement esus, and even if they bother you Photo by Ashley Carey people have calates to gas weaponry. That’s for a minute, it’s only to protect SAY IT LIKE YOU MEAN IT: European protests have a measurable impact on government. sympathy for not a very welcome invitation to someone else. Please don’t forget that. Never take it personally, Above is a photo of a Finnish shoes. If we dress like we don’t people they feel they can relate come out and join us, is it? take ourselves seriously, we can’t to. And we need those middleMaybe you believe that you because they don’t know you. protest against proposed nuclear expect anyone else to take us management types on our side will eventually need to shield That’s why they have to make plants: seriously, either. I’m not saying just as much as we need everyyour face. It’s hard to ignore the sure you’re a good guy. Let them To the right is a photo I took that the people in the Occupy LA one. We are all victims of a bropepper spray incidents our friends know, without a doubt, that we all on the morning of the Occupy picture are terrible dressers. But ken system. in New York have faced. But I are. Those officers are in the 99 Los Angeles march to City Hall: consider this: If your attire says Imagine learning about the hope that you hope that doesn’t percent with us, and they know it. At first glance, these are just “We should play ultimate FrisOccupy Wall Street movement happen here. So far, the LAPD two pictures of protesters on the [See Opinion, page 5] steps of government buildings bee after this” more than it says for the first time. What does a has been nothing short of gener-
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“If a gay person wants to serve in the military, they should have every right to. They shouldn’t have to hide anything.”
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‘I believe the president’s decision is good because [gays and lesbians] represent a big part of America so they should be able to fight for America.”
“I think it’s great because so often our homosexuals [and lesbians] are persecuted for their sexual preferences.” —Compiled by Tex Wells
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Meditation Workshops Offered at AD Building By Verzhine Nikoghosyan EL VAQUERO STAFF WRITER
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elaxed and yawning people in a semi dark room, the enchanting sound of the Tibetan bowl bell relaxes the mood. In three short sounds it all starts: no classes, no work and deadlines for twenty minutes, no stress at all. This is happening in the college once every week. With midterms looming around the corner and research paper deadlines nearing, students and faculty can find themselves feeling overwhelmed and stressed out. That is why the meditation group meets every Wednesday to help relax and be more productive. “There’s just so much to do in life and you get overwhelmed, but it is so important to stop and just breathe,” said Mahara Sinclaire, instructor of art, “It’s what you are doing when you are meditating; you just stop to be in the moment.”
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The meditation group is held at both Glendale College campuses as part of the staff development program. Jeanne Townsend, meditation instructor, began exploring meditation more than 30 years ago. Her coach was Shinzen Young, a well-known American meditation teacher, who trained her to become a facilitator and teacher of mindfulness meditation. Townsend believes that meditation is important because it allows people to understand themselves better. It is not only a staff development program but a journey to self exploration. “In the world of technology and information people lose their contact with others, we become isolated and lose our social skills, we become worried and anxious. Something wonderful happens when you see people feel relaxed and creative. If you can find time to nurture yourself, you will soon see the results,” said Townsend.
The mindfulness training program in University Massachusetts Medical School, has had positive results. The study produced psychological well being and positive effects on a number of medical conditions. It actually changed the brain regions involved in learning and memory processes, emotion regulation, self-referential processing, and perspective taking. It is all about being in the moment, not in the past, not in the future but concentrating all one’s focus on the present to be able to use all potential one has. “I feel overwhelmed, I just need to calm down and I need to learn how to do it,” said Kinga Modos, 33, accounting. Being in the group helped her meditate more effectively which was hard to do alone. Townsend believes that meditation is an important tool for making conscious choices in our [See Meditation, page 8]
Occupy L.A. [Opinion, from page 4]
They just can’t show it while they’re on duty. Chanting is a great way to draw attention to our cause, but only specific chants should be used in a serious protest. I witnessed dozens of passers-by during the march asking what exactly we were protesting. Many people answered with things like, “the 1 percent ruined the economy and the 99 percent are paying for it.” This is the basic idea, but those people often still leave confused. Protests should be specific, and even though this one is leaderless, we know what it is we want. Drum circles only make us look like the protesters of our ineffective past. Drums are fun, but they have no place at this protest, because they have absolutely nothing to do with our message or our movement. Also in the 99 percent are the people who live around City Hall. As part of a peaceful protest, it’s only right that we do our best to keep it down at night. A neighbor only right that we do our best to keep it down at night. A neighbor informed me yesterday that there were loud PA’s being used in the middle of the night, and equally loud choppers had to be called to investigate the noise. She didn’t deserve to lose sleep, and neither did any of her neighbors. We must remain peaceful, and that means respecting time-appropriate volume levels, too. We’re not here because we hate laws, we hate the police, or because we hate anyone. This is a movement of love, and an overwhelming amount of protest signs confirm that. If we break a single law because of our peaceful protest, we have become criminals. We can do this right, and we can keep the LAPD as our most important allies for the duration of this protest. If we remain peaceful, lawabiding, and respectful to our neighbors and our officers, we have no reason to lose trust, and they have no reason not to trust us. We’re here because the system is broken, and it’s hurting us. As true and powerful as this message is, it is a complaint without a solution. I’ve seen many proposed solutions on signs, but they’re all different. The European protests I witnessed always focused on one
single request, and the request was a solution created by the people. It was never simply “this isn’t fair.” It certainly isn’t fair, but as it stands, the only way for We, the people, to regain representation in the political arena is to repair the corporate-controlled campaign system. Once corporate campaign buyouts are made illegal, we can elect representatives that represent us. If corporations can’t fund them anymore, they have no reason to pass legislation that puts corporations before people. We need to focus on one request at a time, and demanding the outlawing of corporate-funded political campaign bribes will make the long road ahead much easier for all of us. We need as many signs as we can to say the same thing. Deliver the same message. We want a law to protect the people from political campaign funding by corporate interests. This is what we need first, and we will get it if we stick together. We’re just getting started, so let’s take simple steps to get the ball rolling. We are all prepared to work to achieve every single goal on our signs, but we can’t expect it all at once. It’s time to focus, because it’s time for Wall Street to recognize that we are the majority, this is a democracy, and we mean business. Ashley Carey can be reached at ACAREY369@student.glendale.edu
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HALLOWEEN HO
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GHOULS, GORE AND CELEBS!: Director Rob Zombie, above left, being interviewed and goth rocker Marilyn Manson, lower left, after emerging from the Hostel maze, both at opening night. See story page 8, and slideshow www.elvaq.com.
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A-Mazing ‘Horror Nights’ for Holiday By Eric Bourse
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t’s that special time of year — weeping ghosts, flesh-eating zombies and serial killer clowns — Halloween must be near. Halloween Horror Nights is currently underway at Universal Studios Hollywood and this year’s event is bigger than ever. “Eli Roth’s Hostel: Hunting Season” is among 2011’s batch of new attractions. The maze, based on the “Hostel” films, has visitors walking through rooms in a Slovakian torture house. Early on, a “scare-actor” portraying a member of the fictional society, Elite Hunting, tells visitors how he is going to enjoy his kill while guests enter the torture rooms. In these rooms, guests will walk past scenes of gruesome dehumanizing acts that involve bone saws, meat grinders, hanging corpses, the smell of burning bodies and ravenous hounds. “This was the best maze out of all of them,” said Emily Ordonez, 13, Los Angeles. “I thought it looked very real. This maze had the best acting and effects so far,” said Yesenia Padilla, 15, Los Angeles. Even industrial metal rocker Marilyn Manson had positive things to say. “I thought it was a-mazing and it smelled like cat urine,” said Manson. “Who let the dogs out? Eli Roth did.”
The original shock-rocker, Alice Cooper, had his own maze called, “Alice Cooper: Welcome to My Nightmare,” which was another of this year’s newest additions. This maze was based on Cooper’s 1975 concept album “Welcome to My Nightmare” and its newly released sequel, “Welcome 2 My Nightmare.” Unlike “Hunting Season,” this attraction features surreal macabre imagery such as mutilated and twisted bodies, large snakes, and a large and grotesque black widow. Most of the scare-actors in this maze are all dressed up as different variations of Cooper, who leap out at unsuspecting guests at almost every single turn. The classic Backlot Tour has received its annual Halloween makeover and this year’s incarnation is called “Terror Tram: Scream 4 Your Life.” Visitors walk through large outdoor mazes and sets such as the impressive airplane crash from “War of the Worlds” (2005) and Bates Motel from “Psycho” (1960). Of course it wouldn’t be Horror Nights without zombies roaming the crash scene as well as dozens of “Ghostface” killers from the “Scream” franchise. Although this is the lengthiest maze in Horror Nights, the Scream section is also the most uninspired one. Besides a few changes, the Terror Tram is still largely the same attraction from the past few years.
Meditation Workshop [Meditation, from page 5] making conscious choices in our lives. “It is all about you being aware of where you are and when you are. When you are not hiding in the past or future, all your resources are open and available to you. We suffer in our lives quite a bit and this helps you reach the point when your happiness is not dependent on what you have or what you don’t have, or if you are healthy or not,” said Townsend. Sinclaire said, “The culture suggests that we be fearful and stressed out and we really need to relax and sometimes that’s hard to do. When you feel you have a lot of pressure, a lot of things to do, well its kind of refreshing. It
clears your mind to become more productive and focused.” According to Townsend, people usually worry and suffer because of the patterns of thinking. She said it’s a ride that ends up with a lot of wasted energy and damage to others and that is why it is important to train our minds. “It was very relaxing, I am smiling. I feel refreshed and I recommend it to everybody. It’s good for anybody, for students and for working professionals,” said Modos. The group meets every Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. in AD 243. Students and staff members can drop in, no enrollment is necessary. Verzhine Nikoghosyan can be reached at VNIKOGH308@student.glendale.edu
Guests will also walk through campgrounds crawling with hideous and blood-thirsty hillbillies as well as trek along a brief dirt trail with growls and snarls emitting from behind trees and bushes. The upcoming prequel to John Carpenter’s 1982 sci-fi horror remake, “The Thing,” is also among this year’s new mazes. “The Thing: Assimilation” takes visitors through sets inspired by the film as well as mutated monstrosities popping out at every corner. “Assimilation” shouldn’t be avoided by guests as it’s one of the best attractions in the event. The legendary horror film icon, “The Wolfman,” is featured in an attraction called “The Wolfman: The Curse of Talbot Hall.” This labyrinth is essentially the standard “House of Horrors” maze but with an extra emphasis on werewolves. Unless visitors have already gone through every attraction, “The Wolfman” can be avoided as the rest of the at-
tractions in Horror Nights are far more entertaining. Mexican legend “La Llorona” stars in her own attraction in this year’s Horror Nights. This maze, under the creative consultation from acclaimed actor Diego Luna, is short but creepy. Due to its length and the overall monstrous lines for the other mazes, guests might want to avoid “La Llorona” unless they have seen the other attractions. Dr. Satan and other Devil’s Rejects reappear in “Rob Zombie’s House of 1000 Corpses: In 3D ZombieVision.” The attraction, back by popular demand, takes visitors through a carnival-style journey through exhibits featuring ghastly serial killers. To accommodate the 3D glasses, the maze features a lot of sharp contrasts in red and blue. The strobe lighting in earlier parts give “House of 1000 Corpses” a chaotic feel. Bill and Ted return for the fifth time in Horror Nights history in “Bill and Ted’s Excellent Hallow-
een Adventure.” The 30-minute show satires celebrities and pop culture and throws in time travel for good measure. Visitors looking for something other than mazes are in luck. While most of the rides are closed during Horror Night hours, three remain open; “Jurassic Park— In the Dark,” “Revenge of the Mummy—The Ride” and “The Simpsons Ride.” For those who love horror and love to be scared, this year’s Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood is not to be missed. “The Wolfman” can be avoided while “Assimilation” and “Hunting Season” are this year’s best mazes and shouldn’t be avoided. Ticket prices are $62 but can be $5 to $10 cheaper if bought ahead of time. Front of line passes are $99. For dates, go to http:// www.halloweenhorrornights. com/hollywood/2011. [See related photos pages 6-7] Eric Bourse can be reached at ebourse741@student.glendale.edu
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SPORTS
Golf Coach Greg Osbourne Leads Winning Teams By Alex Gonzalez
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olf Coach Greg Osbourne has taken a program that was dropped 26 years ago to one that competes at the state level. When Osbourne took over as head coach in 2007 for the men’s golf team there was a fresh start. Before Osbourne there wasn’t even a golf program to begin with. The school dropped the program in 1985 because of budget cuts. But then in 2007 Glendale decided to bring back golf to the school. But the winning did not come right away. For two years, Osbourne had his work cut out for him. “We were lucky to be here,” Osbourne said. When years three and four came the team started to turn it around and start to win. In fall of 2010, the men’s team came through and won its first tournament, beating nine other colleges and making heads turn around the community. When the regular season ended, freshmen Nick Quintanilla, team most valuable player, and Brennan Amirhkizi, team most improved player, represented GCC in the Southern California Regional tournament. A tournament that determines if you can reach the state tournament. The following spring, the team continued on its path to success and finished second in the
Western State Conference which qualified the Vaqueros to play in the Southern California Regional. They placed second and that made them eligible to compete in the State Championship. As a team the Vaquero’s finished seventh in the California Community College Athletic Association State Championship. Players from all over the area decided to come to Glendale and play for Osbourne. “Thank you to the players for choosing to come and play... they made the decision,” said Osbourne. “It’s rewarding for me to see what were doing; its incredible.” Because of all the success the men’s team was generating, the school turned to Osbourne to coach the women’s team. He made an immediate impact on the team. The star of the women’s program was Tammy Panich. She played under Osbourne in 2009 and 2010. With Osbourne as her coach, she finished first in league competition and was named Player of the Year in the Western State Conference in 2010. Panich tied for second in the Southern California Regional and that qualified her to compete in the California State Championship. Panich also accomplished a Glendale first when she became the California Community College Athletic Association State Champion in 2010.
Since the championship, this season’s Lady Vaqs have been solid. They placed second in their first four tournaments, and first in their last two. Osbourne likes the way the women’s team is performing and likes how they are coming together. “The girls bond together like a family,” said Osbourne “They mesh perfectly.” Freshman Vicanda Ma has been playing the game since she was 12 and commutes from Northridge to Glendale, just to
play for Osbourne. “He’s really nice,” Ma said. “He will never make you pay to practice and he inspires us more when we’re down. “ Diana Hernandez, also known as “The Senior Leader” to Osbourne, is in her sophomore year and knows what kind of coach Osbourne is. “He’s a very competitive coach, very dedicated,” said Hernandez. “Yes, he wants to win but he also wants us to have fun and succeed. Coach is right, we are like a family and when we go
out to a match, its almost like a family outing.” The girl’s team looks forward to finishing at the top this year and each of the players hopes to accomplish her individual goals. On Monday, Glendale took second place at a WSC tournament. The next game for the Lady Vaqs is on Oct.17 at Oakmont at 11 a.m. The team will also play on Oct. 24 at Twin Oaks at 10 a.m. Both are WSC tourneys. Alex Gonzalez can be reached at agonzal251@student.glendale.edu
Photo by Derek Stowe
TEAM EFFORT: Tammy Panich, 2010 WSC Player of the Year, and Greg Osbourne, golf coach, celebrating victory.
Vaqueros Lose Another Quarterback, Remain Win-less By Marlon Miranda
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fter losing their two quarterbacks to injuries, the Vaqueros couldn’t muster enough fire power and fell to Pierce College 28-20 on Saturday in Glendale. GCC remains winless, with starter Kevin Hunter suffering a 2-inch laceration in his kidney against Hancock, and Darren Orsbern suffering an injury during the second quarter against Pierce. The Vaqueros where forced to run the ball. Head Coach John Rome was happy with the team’s efforts in playing without its starting quarterback. “Running the ball was our
game plan, there was no secret there. We stayed competitive and played great even without a quarterback,” said Hunter. The Vaqueros only attempted two passes the entire game, completing no passes. With the air attack on neutral, the running game took flight as Joseph Wiggan and Timothy Broughton both ran for more than 100 yards each. The team ran for 321 yards combined. “We will concentrate on getting healthy and hopefully get all our injured players back after the bye,” said Broughton. The Vaqueros threw away numerous opportunities to take control of the game. They fumbled the ball three times: twice inside the red-zone. The multiple turn-
overs turned out to be too much to overcome. “Our defense kept the game close; no matter how many times the offense had metal lapses the defense kept us in the game. Our offense was one dimensional tonight,” said Wiggan. Despite their mental lapses on offense, the Vaqueros had a chance to tie the score in the winding minutes of the fourth quarter. Broughton scored a touchdown; the play was called back on a holding penalty against GCC; and the Vaqueros then fumbled and lost possession. “We had monumental mistakes that cost us the game. It is difficult not to make mistakes
when we constantly have to rotate the roster,” said Rome. Despite their current 0-6 record, GCC still has a solid chance of a bowl game. They will need to run the table in the last four games to make it a realistic scenario. With three of the last four games being at home, the players believes they can accomplish a four game win streak. “This team bleeds together, these injuries and tough losses only get us closer together. We will unite and win the last four games of the season,” said Wiggan. The team’s optimism and “never give up attitude” is all because of Rome. He has inspired everyone with hope and a com-
mitment to improve every week. “We are doing a great job and improving, our defense has stepped up and provided us with big plays. I have no doubt we can win the next four games,” said Ford. Hunter remains optimistic about returning this season. He will receive another cat-scan to see how his injuries to his hip and kidney are doing. The Vaqueros have a bye this coming week. Their next game is against West Los Angeles College on Oct. 22 at Glendale.
Marlon Miranda can be reached at MMIRAND721@student.glendale.edu
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Cross Country Tops WSC Competition By Eric Bourse
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he Lady Vaqueros took first place in the Western State Conference cross country preview meet Friday at Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara. The men’s team took second place and Glendale’s Mizrael Mendez finished first. The Lady Vaqs came in first place with 22 points, while Moorpark took second with 56 points and Cuesta took third with 64 points. “The team did well but our
top three could have done better,” said head coach Eddie Lopez. “We were able to get an excellent score, but Karen Rosas and Alyssa Selve were expected to win.” Although a Lady Vaq didn’t finish in first place, the team filled up the top 10 slots with six runners. Rosas finished second in the 3-mile race with a time of 20:22. Selve finished third in 20:36. Grace Graham-Zamudio finished fourth in 20:41. Angela Martinez came in fifth with a time of 20:44.
Nohemi Martinez took eighth place with a time of 21:03. Cecilia Nicolas finished 10th place in 21:21. Charlene Quintanilla came in 13th in 21:41 and Laura Pluemer finished in 14th place with a time of 21:47. “I came into this race thinking I was mentally prepared but the course turned out to be different from what I expected,” said Rosas, 20, sociology. “I wanted to start fast but the sand in the beginning of the race was critical and made the course slow. I tried to not breathe in at the start of the race because of all the bugs in the air.” The men’s team finished second place with a score of 49. L.A. Valley was able to secure first place with 47.
“L.A. Valley College was ready for us,” said Lopez. “We had a flat performance and lacked focus. Their competitive mindset has to be there and it wasn’t.” Mendez finished the four-mile course in first place with a time of 21:38. Jesus Gutierrez finished fifth in 22:12. Isaac Diosdado came in 10th in 22:28. Kurt Lutz finished in 16th place with a time of 22:35. Nicolas Marquez came in 17th place in 22:40. Ramon Robles finished in 20th place with a time of 22:46. “We didn’t have a great performance,” said Mendez, 18. “We could have done better as a team.” The sand also proved to be a challenge to Glendale’s top runner.
“I’m terrible at running on sand,” said Mendez. “It takes extra effort to run in the sand and I tried to make up ground when we were racing on cement and grass. My plan was to not let the front runners out of sight and give it all toward the end.” “The big competitions are coming soon and it’s my job to make sure they are all ready,” said Lopez. The next cross country competition is the Mt. SAC Invitational in Walnut on Friday at 3 p.m. The WSC Finals will take place on Oct. 25 at Fairbanks Park at Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo at 3 p.m. Eric Bourse can be reached at ebourse741@student.glendale.edu
Vaquero Sports Summaries Scores Men’s and Women’s Cross Country: Friday — WSC Preview at Santa Barbara women — finished first men — finished second Women’s Volleyball: Sept. 28 — lost to Cuesta College 3-1 Sept. 30 — beat Ventura 3-1 Wednesday — beat Santa Monica 3-2 Friday — beat West L.A. 3-0 Women’s Golf: Sept. 28 — won WSC match at San Dimas Oct. 2/3 — finished third at Morro Bay Monday— finished second at Canyons
Women’s Soccer: Sept. 27 — lost to Citrus 2-0 Sept. 30 — lost to Pierce 4-0 Oct. 4 — lost to Canyons 9-0 Friday — lost to Santa Monica 5-0 Football: Oct. 1 — lost to L.A. Valley 30-21 Saturday — lost to Pierce 28-20 Men’s Soccer: Sept. 27 — tied with Citrus 2-2 Sept. 30 — lost to Santa Barbara 2-0 Oct. 4 — beat L.A Mission 3-2 Friday — lost to Moorpark 3-1
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RUN WITH IT: Mizrael Mendez finished first in the Western State Conference preview in Santa Barbara on Friday.
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Men’s and Women’s Cross Country: Friday — Invitational at Mt. SAC 3 p.m. Oct. 25 — WSC Finals at Cuesta 3 p.m.
Women’s Golf: Monday at Oakmont 11 a.m. Oct. 24 at Twin Oaks 10 a.m.
Women’s Volleyball: Today vs. Pierce College 7 p.m. Friday at Citrus College 7 p.m. Oct. 19 vs. Bakersfield 7 p.m.
Football: Oct. 22 vs. West L.A. 7 p.m.
Women’s Soccer: Friday vs. San Diego 7 p.m. Tuesday vs. Valley College 7 p.m. Oct. 21 vs. Citrus College 7 p.m. Oct. 25 at Pierce College 4 p.m.
Men’s Soccer: Friday vs Allan Hancock 5 p.m. Tuesday at Oxnard 4 p.m. Oct. 21 vs. Citrus 5 p.m. Oct. 25 vs. Santa Barbara 7 p.m.
For more information see: http://www.glendale.edu/athletics/
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Calendar On Campus EVENTS Tupperware Sale — A scholarship fundraiser sponsored by Classified Council. Library Patio. Today from noon to 1:30 p.m. Student Panel — A discussion of the California DREAM Act, access to public higher education, financial aid and transfer opportunities. Sponsored by the VOICES Club. Thursday from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Student Center. Car Wash — Sponsored by the GCC Leo Club to benefit L.A. AIDS Walk and student scholarships. Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Parking Lot F. Swap Meet — Upper campus parking lot. Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free and open to the public. For more information, call (818) 240-1000, ext. 5805. Jobs — Recruiters from Apple will be in Plaza Vaquero Monday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ASGCC Fall Sports Rally — Vaquero team accomplishments and upcoming events will be highlighted. Oct. 20 from 12:30
to 1:30 p.m. in Plaza Vaquero. Halloween Event — Enjoy a Haunted House with maze, a bake sale and more, to benefit Autism Speaks. Sponsored by the GCC Leo Club. Oct. 25 and 26 from noon to 9 p.m. in Plaza Vaquero.
LECTURES Los Angeles Writers Reading Series —“An Afternoon of Literature with D.J. Waldie,” author of “Holy Land: a Suburban Memoir” and a contributing editor to the Los Angeles Times. Free. Oct. 19 in Kreider Hall at 12:20 p.m. “Cheetah Conservation” —The Environmental Affairs Committtee presents Brianne Miller of the Southern California Chapter of the Cheetah Conservation Fund Free. Oct. 24 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in CS 177. Science Lecture Series — “Artificial Intelligence: Where’s My Robot Companion?” Speaker is instructor Steve Weese. Oct. 25 in CS 177 from 12:20 to 1:30 p.m.
THEATER “The Shape of Things” — Writ-
ten by Neil LaBute and directed by Jeanette Farr. Auditorium Studio Theatre. 8 p.m. Reservations recommended. No late seating. Contains subject matter not suitable for children. Special Oct. 19 only all tickets are $5. From Oct. 20 through Oct. 22 tickets are $10 general and $8 for students/ seniors. For reservations call (818)240-1000, ext. 5612.
WORKSHOPS “Becoming Scholars” — An application workshop covering prerequisites, how to apply, benefits and responsibilities. Your earliest transfer date should be Fall 2013. Today in Kreider Hall from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Power Academy Orientation — Learn more about GCC’s Verdugo Power Academy Spring 2012 class. Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. in SF 102. For more information visit www.glendale.edu/power. “Researching Careers” — Acquaints students with career exploration and the research resources available. Thursday in the Career Center, San Rafael Building at 3 p.m. For more information call (818) 240-1000, ext. 5407.
“Structure in Formal Essays: The Thesis, Topic Sentences, and Transitions” — How to construct a strong thesis, clear topic sentences, and appropriate transitions. Free. Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m. in AD 238. Students are encouraged to register online. For more information, visit www.glendale.edu/ learningcenter.
MEETINGS Board of Trustees Meeting — Monday in Kreider Hall. 5 p.m.
PLANETARIUM
“Fragments” — Learn about different kinds of sentence fragments and how to correct each; work on practice exercises. Free. AD 238. Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m.
“Afternoon with the Stars: 564 Exoplanets and Counting!” — A new lunchtime program to introduce the planetarium’s many features. Today and every Wednesday from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Free. For more information, visit www.glendale.edu/planetarium or call (818) 240-1000, ext. 5275 .
HEALTH
MOVIES
Meditation — No experience necessary. Instructor will be Jeanne Townsend. Meets every Wednesday through Nov. 16 in AD 243 from 12:20 to 1:20 p.m.
Friday Flix: — “Mr. Hulot’s Holiday.” A 1953 comedy written and directed by Jacques Tati. Mike Petros will facilitate a discussion after the film. Free. Oct. 28 at 12:30 p.m. in SG 334.
Flu Shots — Are available in the Health Center while supplies last. Students $15, employees $20; cash only. Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
ART GALLERY
Mental Health Counseling — Available for students. For information visit the Health Center in the San Rafael Building. Free.
“Proximetric” — Art Gallery. A solo art exhibition by teacher, writer and conceptual artist Ginger Wolfe-Suarez. Runs through Nov. 12. Free. Open Tuesday through Friday. Noon to 6 p.m.
Pasadena. For more information, visit www.pmcaonline.org or call (626) 568-3665.
209 N. Louise St. Oct. 19 from 12:10 to 12:40 p.m. For information call (818) 242-2113.
COMEDY
“An Evening for the Station” — Noor at the Paseo Colorado. Shiela E. and The E Family perform to benefit Union Station Homeless Services. Tickets $75. Oct. 22 at 7:30 p.m. 260 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena. For more information visit www.unionstationhs.org or call (626) 240-4550.
Around Town EVENTS “Halloween Horror Nights” — Universal Studios Hollywood presents the sixth annual installment of the event. Open Friday, Saturday and assorted dates through Oct. 31. Tickets from $62. 100 Universal City Plaza, Hollywood. For information visit, www.halloweenhorrornights.com or call (800) UNIVERSAL.
THEATER “Allee Willis’ Soup to Nuts Party Mix” — El Portal Theatre. The award-winning songwriter, artist, singer, technologist, collector, and party thrower performs songs, stories, and party games Tuesday at 8 p.m. Tickets $30 and $35. For more information
visit www.elportaltheatre.com or call (866) 811-4111. “LA’s Best Dancers present their 2nd Annual International Dance Show” — Alex Theatre. Showcasing various styles. Sunday at 7 p.m. Ticket prices start at $30. 216 N. Brand Blvd. For more information, visit www.alextheatre.org or call (818) 243-2539.
EXHIBITIONS “California Design, 1930–1965: “Living in a Modern Way” — LACMA. This exhibition is the first major study of California midcentury modern design. Runs through March 25. Ticket prices and hours vary. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. For more information, visit www.lacma.org or call (323) 857-6000.
“Greetings from L.A.: Artists and Publics, 1950–1980” — The Getty Center. This exhibition features photographs, ephemera, correspondence, and artworkmany on view for the first time. Museum hours vary. Admission is free and parking is $10 per vehicle. 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles. For more information, visit www.getty.edu or call (310) 440-7300. “Roland Reiss Personal Politics: Sculpture from the 1970s and 1980s”— Pasadena Museum of California Art. The exhibition includes one of his most monumental works: a rarely seen life-size representation of a living room entitled, “The Castle of Perseverance.” Runs through Jan. 8. Tickets $7, $5 for seniors and students. 490 E. Union St.,
“Maz Jobrani” — The Ice House Comedy Club. Friday through Sunday tickets start at $30. Show times vary. 54 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena. For more information, visit www. icehousecomedy.com or call (626) 577-1894.
MUSIC “Jamie Pedrini” — Glendale noon concerts presents flutist Jamie Pedrini and friends performing works for flute, oboe and guitar. Free in the Sanctuary of the First Baptist Church of Glendale,
WELLNESS Free Health Clinic — Open Tuesdays 5:30 to 8 p.m. or until full. 134 N. Kenwood St., third floor, room 330. Clinic will be closed Oct. 25. For information visit www.glendaleclinic.org or call (818) 245-8109. Compiled by Richard Kontas
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Entertainer’s Society Joins Roster of New Clubs
Photo by Ian Cervantes
SHOOT ‘EM ALL: Alan Legrady, president of the Entertainer’s Society, has big plans for creative students.
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o shoot or not to shoot, that is the question. The shooting here is about the movies. Students will be given a chance to learn and explore the entertainment industry in the newly formed club called Entertainer’s Society. In line with many other opportunities that Glendale College offers, students will be able to try themselves in the entertainment industry with the help of this club. Alan Legrady, the club’s creator, teaches students the “magic” he learned through his work experience as a film co-producer. “I came to the idea of this club because my mentor taught me so many things about this industry,” said Legrady. “I was inspired by him to take a hold of a leadership position to teach and inspire others in the ways that will help them to succeed in the industry.” Legrady was inspired by his father, who introduced him to the world of the cinema, and he said that has been a blessing for him. He also has been working closely with his mentor and friend Nick Weber. During his work, Legrady understood the value of a sacrifice. According to Legrady, it requires commitment and sacrifice to gain experience in the area one chooses for themselves. The club will be a place for all the students who see themselves in the entertainment industry, as well as those who are curious and want to explore that possibility. There are many projects that Legrady has planned for the club members, including replicating the bullet
time scene from “The Matrix.” He has also planned workshops and seminars. “My vision is to see who here on campus has the ambition or curiosity to see what they can do in the entertainment industry. We will take their goals and their ambitions and we will facilitate all our resources, whatever we can do to help them reach their goals,” said Legrady. Nick Weber, director/producer, will be facilitating one of the seminars. “We are planning on doing a seminar later in the semester where I come in with some other industry professionals and we will be bringing with us some industry standard equipment,”said Weber. “We will be teaching how to make it and be successful in the film industry, as well as how to use the equipment professionally. It will be a hands-on experience that will allow the students to ask questions of industry professionals in a setting that can’t be offered elsewhere,” said Weber. Promising students will be included in further projects. “I really encourage them,” said Legrady. “If they have any curiosity — even if they have no experience but they have curiosity — they can dedicate some time to learn what they can do. I will help them achieve their goals in any way I can and will teach them whichever ways I can. If they are promising then I’ll take them to the major projects that I do.” The club meetings take place every Thursday at 2 p.m. in SG 334.
Verzhine Nikoghosyan can be reached at VNIKOGH308@student.glendale.edu