WHAT’S INSIDE
Community brings awareness to homeless citizens
Faculty concert turns heads with Micheal Jackson tribute.
Local Page 4
A & E Page 6
The Hornet Fullerton College
Serving Fullerton College since 1922
Volume 98, Issue 5
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
NEWS BRIEFS
Colleges breathe a sigh of relief
ON CAMPUS
CSU and UC transfer application deadline approaching. The deadline to apply to CSUs and UCs for Fall 2013 is November 30. If you’re interested in transferring and have met all the requirements, don’t forget to fill out your application. The Cadena and Transfer centers are offering services and workshops to assist you with the application process. The next available workshop will be on Thursday, November 15 at noon at the Cadena center. For more information on the application process, visit the Cadena/Transfer center in room 212 right next to the Cafeteria.
M.E.Ch.A. encourages you to donate goods. The M.E.Ch.A. club would like your help in providing goods to students less fortunate. This ongoing project will continue until November 19 and any nonperishable items will be accepted. Donation boxes are located throughout campus and you can visit the Writing center for box locations. For more information contact Andreaka Rivera at Dreaka31@gmail.com
UMADD fights substance abuse. University-Mothers against drunk driving is hosting Brick Wall, a fine arts contest, showcase and substance abuse awareness. It’s free to register and open to all forms of art which include, drawing, painting, dance, drama, film, spray paint art, photography, graphic design, poetry and music. For more information visit clubumadd.wordpress.com. Stand up against substance abuse and break through to the other side! CORRECTION: The photo on page one in issue 4 on October 31 was miscaptioned. In the picture with President Vurdien, is Executive Director of the Fullerton College Foundation, Chuck Allen, not Bob Jensen.
INDEX
News.............................2,3 Local.............................4,5 A&E.............................6,7 Opinion.........................8,9 Sports........................10,11
State officials believe the passing of Prop 30 is a step in the right direction. STEPHANIE ORNELAS News Editor
Photo by: Mark Sutton
Land of the Free: John Baker (left) and Veterans club president, David Flores celebrated with their fellow patriots.
Fullerton honors local Veterans
Students and staff show recognition with Veteran’s day celebration. STEPHANIE ORNELAS News Editor
Patriots both young and old were honored by the Fullerton community last Thursday in celebration of Veteran’s day. The event took place at the campus’s library courtyard where all veterans, guests and students and staff were offered food from Fullerton vendors, drinks and homemade barbecue. There were guest speakers, an open mic where veterans could share their own experiences. veterans were also able to participate in raffles. Tables were set up with different types of service uniforms and equipment for guests to walk by and pay their respects. During the open
mic, veterans were encouraged to stand up and express any kind of feelings, memories and advice they have to give to their fellow patriots and soon-to-be veterans. Guest speaker and Vietnam veteran, John Baker spoke to the community about his experiences and made it a point to bring light to all service members. “Some people make fun of us, whether it’s on TV, through magazines or in commercials but when they’re in trouble, we are the first ones they call,” said Baker. Baker went on to discuss his experiences in the service and what it was like “spying on the enemy.” The importance of a new and old generations of Veterans coming together meant a lot to Baker. “It’s very important for us to all stick together. The young people need to look at the older Veterans and understand why they are here and what they have done to get here.”
Different vendors from all around Fullerton were there to support the event including Heroes bar and grill, an extremely popular restaurant located in the heart of Downtown Fullerton. “We want to give back to the community and we appreciate what all these men and women have done for us. They’ve done a lot and deserve all the recognition they get. We are very happy to be here,” said owner, Jack Franklyn. Vendors from Heroes donated their time and made cooked food for the event, Hubert’s Lemonade was there donating drinks, fivehour energy and 95.5 KLOS was there with a DJ providing music. There were recruiters from the U.S. Marines, U.S. Navy and the U.S. army there to show their support to their fellow Veterans and to give aid to any students interested in being in the service. SEE VETERANS, PAGE 3
Grant gives aid to student mothers Soroptimist women’s grant will help students and their families. SARAH NEGRETE Hornet Reporter
Women who are both pursuing an education as well as caring for their families on FC’s campus now have the opportunity to collect grant money through the Women’s Opportunity Award Association. The WOA is an undergraduate program established on campus since 1972 and offers applications once a year to assist women in giving them a second chance at a happy life with less stress about their finances. The program also aids
women who have been in abusive relationships, single parent mothers, or those who have struggled with all types of addictions. This year’s chairwoman of WOA and active lead member of Fullerton’s Soroptomist club Cathy Weflen believes that this program is highly beneficial for women who are serious about their future. “The award program is for women who deserve the help and another chance at a successful life in school and with their families. It is definitely a boost to accomplishing goals.” The award given to qualifying women is a $1,000 grant money that can be used towards school, home expenses, food etc. Student Indira Inzunza, mother of two says, “I think this is a great
opportunity for women who need help with school. It’s one less worry and we can continue to set a good example for our children.” Women looking to participate in the program have to simply be the primary financial support source for their dependent families. Some requirements also include being actively enrolled in an undergraduate school, vocational school or a trade school. Active employment is not required to qualify for any type of grant or assistance from the association. To find out what you are entitled to, you must complete two written references and the WOA application before this year’s deadline, December 14. For more information contact Cathy Weflen at cweflen@msn.com.
Community college officials expressed relief in a statewide teleconference after the elections, as voters said yes to Proposition 30. The proposition, that is designed to give financial aid to colleges and universities all over the state, is said to bring over $200 million to the college system. “California came to its senses and did not let us down,” said Constance Carroll, San Diego Chancellor. Proposition 30 will raise income taxes for those who make $200,000 per year and in return Colleges will be able to keep the main courses they have without having to endure further cuts. “We were able to avoid a $130 million loss,” said LA Community College District Chancellor, Daniel LaVista. LaVista went on to explain that 8,000 more students can be served, an increase in section count of 200, and there will not be a loss of 25,000 seats. Although Prop. 30 is a tremendous help to the state’s education budget, officials pointed out that the state will not see an immediate turn around and it will take some time for a full recovery. Community colleges have endured over $800 million in cuts over just three years. “Although it will still be an uphill battle, proposition 30 stops the bleeding and now we are just recovering,” said California Community College Chancellor, Brice Harris. According to Harris, the main focus will be opening up general education classes and making it easier for students to transfer to four year colleges. He noted classes could be added as early as next semester. State officials also wanted to bring light to student resource programs like workforce facilities and career training programs. Helen Benjamin, Chancellor of the East Bay area was confident, already beginning to plan for next semester. “We’ve already put classes into the schedule just in case. Prop. 30 gives students a chance,” said Benjamin. Harris concluded by stating, “Thank you to the students for going to the polls. Democracy really does work.”