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VOLUME 71

November 17, 2023

Parent and Family Weekend excites with basketball victory, Fortuna championships

BY CONNOR RYAN MANAGING EDITOR

California Baptist University pulled out all the stops on Nov. 10-11 for Parent and Family Weekend. Every year, CBU hosts a weekend chock full of events for students to enjoy with their families.

According to Joshua Moss, senior director of Alumni, Parent and Donor Engagement, attendees had much to be excited about.

“The basketball game on Friday night is always fun and includes food trucks and attractions,” Moss said.

Saturday’s festivities on the Front Lawn started in the afternoon and included new rides and attractions, as well as music and food.

“I always love watching the student body come out to cheer on their friends that made it to the championship,” Moss said.

The basketball game was a hit, with CBU’s men’s team winning against Jackson State with a score of 80-66.

CBU had several bounce houses set up across the Front Lawn, such as an inflatable foosball rink and a bounce house with a massive wrecking ball inside. Other attractions included a rock-climbing wall and a carnival swing ride.

Throughout the night, students lined up for the rides and food trucks that crowded the Front Lawn offering pretzels, espresso, kettle corn and more David Delgado, senior nursing major, said he

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The winners of the men’s Fortuna Bowl championship, Rings by Spring, celebrate their victory on Nov. 11 during one of the most-anticipated events of Parent and Family Weekend. especially enjoyed the festivities on Saturday, sharing how he bonded with his family.

“Overall, I enjoyed this year’s attractions and was able to spend some time with my family at Fortuna Bowl,” Delgado said. “We all had a great time and enjoyed going on the swing ride together.”

The annual intramural football championships were the highlight of many people’s nights, with Rings by Spring winning on the men’s side and

the Hail Marys winning on the women’s.

Tyler Cox, senior director of Campus Recreation, shared how Fortuna fits into Parent and Family Weekend.

“Fortuna Bowl, along with the other activities at Parent and Family Weekend, is a great opportunity for students to continue to build community on campus,” Cox said. “It is also a chance for students to include their parents on some of the fun activities that happen on

campus. This year, there [were] two great games, some really entertaining halftime shows and an amazing fireworks display.”

As per tradition, CBU closed out Fortuna Bowl with its fireworks show, a spectacle many students find unforgettable.

“It is just an incredible experience being able to watch a firework show at CBU while having friends and family all around you,” Delgado said.

Besides the more common attractions of Parent and Family Weekend, there was a plethora of new activities for people to participate in.

“We are excited to add Rise and Shine, a worship event hosted on Saturday morning entirely led by students,” Moss said. “This event [featured] student-led worship and a message from some of our BAT students. There [was] also a fitness event — kickboxing — for students and families

hosted by the Recreation team and an interactive prayer walk for families hosted by our Parent Prayer Group.”

Moss said he believes the weekend brings families together and highlights the distinct and meaningful aspects of CBU culture.

“We want to celebrate the unique role each person plays in the Lancer community, whether they are a parent, student, alumnus, or staff member,” Moss said.

Discipleship groups help cultivate spiritual growth

BY OLIVIA COX

FAITH & LIFESTYLE EDITOR Discipleship groups, or d-groups, are a distinct tool for building relationships and growing in faith on campus.

“D-Group is simply a specific space where a group of people, usually 3-6 [students] and a leader meet together on a regular basis for the goal of growing in their faith,” said Brian Zunigha, director of discipleship for Spiritual Life.

Unlike Chapel, SL Night or SL Groups, d-groups are not formally organized by Spiritual Life. The SL office is merely a supporter and educator for d-group leaders.

“It’s really hard to explain how these groups are formed because these aren’t a specific program,” Zunigha said. “We train people to lead these and empower students to start groups like this if it helps them in their personal ministries and relationships that point to Jesus.”

D-groups can vary in content and structure depending on the

members and their leaders.

Zunigha encouraged students who want to get plugged into a d-group to be consistent in attending events and being present in campus spaces designed for spiritual growth. While this may be intimidating for some, Zunigha assured students that there are many individuals, including upperclassmen, SL staff and himself, who are willing and eager to disciple and pour into the lives of students.

“I would recommend starting to come to SL Night and SL Groups and finding people they would like to connect with and learn from,” Zunigha said. “If you see someone following Jesus in a genuine way and want to learn how they live intentionally, the best thing you could do is ask them to meet once. Show up with questions, a pen, and a notepad and start learning.”

Evelyn Melgoza, sophomore graphic design major, shared her experience of being in a student-led d-group on campus.

“I have been a part of [a] deeper level.”

Feeding one’s soul refers discipleship group for over a year now, and it has been the to how one spends time with best group I have been a part God and allows him to grow of,” Melgoza said. “The group in their affection for him. that I am part of is a very small- Feeding others is in reference knit group of four or five girls, to acts of service and kindness. which is beneficial because we Sharing how they feed their can go over questions that we flesh gives group members have in our faith. [We can] even the opportunity to share their have the confidence to talk spiritual shortcomings and to be vulnerable with their fellow through trials.”

Melgoza explained the structure and discussion topic of her group. She shared that her group meets on a weekly basis for about two hours and the group meets on a Evelyn Melgoza, semester schedule, with sophomore graphic design major each session of d-group lasting about 12 weeks.

“We have two books to read group members.

After their accountability from. One dealing with Christian discipleship and questions, the group dives into a corresponding book of the discussing the book they are Bible,” Melgoza said. “Each independently reading and the week we start by rating our Bible they read as a group.

“After group discussion, we weeks on a scale of 1-10 and stating how we feed our go over SMART goals, which soul, others and flesh. These are small achievable goals questions give opportunity like reading our Bibles every to get to know each other on a day, working on intentional

“

The most significant thing I have learned is how much a Christ-centered friendship matters.

prayers, or making time to talk to someone you haven’t chatted with in a while,” Melgoza said.

They finish with prayer and praise reports, and she said all of it has been beneficial.

“I learned how to read the Bible, who Jesus is, what he teaches us to do and how to act,” Melgoza said. “When I first attended the meetings, I never would have expected to have such a close connection with them.”

Melgoza said the connections she has made in the d-group have led to genuine friendships outside of the context of their weekly meetings.

“The most significant thing I have learned is how much a Christian-centered friendship matters,” Melgoza said. “This is true to me especially when I need advice or a shoulder to rest upon.”

Mackenzie Peters, CBU alumna in graphic design and visual experience and former Spiritual Life intern, shared her experience leading a d-group during her time at CBU.

“Leading a d-group was a really enriching and sweet experience,” Peters said. “Each group dynamic was different depending on pre-existing friendships coming in or the personalities present.”

Peters highlighted how their camaraderie enriched their walks with God. “D-group provided a sense of accountability for me and many of the girls that were a part,” Peters said. “I think it also gave me a greater understanding of the gospel and God’s heart for me and others.”

Like Melgoza, Peters recalls an important part of leading the d-group was making it a safe space that cultivated trust.

“Leading is the best way of learning,” Peters said. “When you’re placed in a leadership role, you have to do the homework. You have to dig into the material more. You have to be listening to the Lord’s lead and what he wants to speak. It takes humility and awkward attempts but it’s beautiful to see how he can work through us.”

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Madison Sardana | Banner The university honored veterans and their loved ones on Nov. 10 in a special ceremony held during Parent and Family Weekend.

CBU pays tribute to military veterans

BY NATALIE TANAKA STAFF WRITER

CBU hosted a Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 10 during Parent and Family Weekend to honor all who served and their loved ones. The event was jointly hosted by University Advancement, the Office of Student Success and the Veterans Resource Center. It featured a reception, a cake cutting to celebrate the Marine Corps’ birthday, and several speakers including Dr. Juliann Perdue, a veteran and professor of nursing at CBU. “This event was for our student veterans and military dependents attending CBU,” said Jay Villasenor, director of the Veterans Resource Center.

“We thought, ‘Why can’t we bring in and recognize the parents and families that visit their children that attend CBU?’ So we partnered with University Advancement to create this event. It is for recognizing their service and giving them a little bit of time to relax.”

The event drew a crowd of veterans and their families and friends who came to support them. Several student veterans attended as well and shared their experiences in the military.

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Hearing the army song again was nice,” Vanderkallen said.

The Veterans Resource Center offers many resources for student veterans, such as hosting events to build camaraderie and providing VA benefits workshops.

“We do offer a lot of resources for our student veterans,” Villasenor explained.

“We help ease their transition coming back from active duty to civilian life, and more specifically, going into higher education. We give them a lot of resources such as academic advisers to make sure that they can get in touch with them and receive the lineup of classes they need to take. We also have the Veterans Resource Center, which is a place for them to relax in between classes. It has two study rooms and a computer lab that they can use to print their homework. It is available for them from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.”

The Veterans Resource Center’s efforts do not go unnoticed by students.

“I definitely feel welcomed here as a veteran,” Vanderkallen explained. “The Veterans Resource Center and Jay [Villasenor] really help out a lot. If I have any questions I can just go over there and ask and they are more than willing

to help.”

Randy Gonzales said that CBU has created a safe environment for him.

“I do feel welcomed and supported here at CBU. I’ve loved it since I got here, and it makes me feel comfortable,” Gonzales said. “Everybody is so nice, and I could drop my guard down, which is something that is usually really hard for me to do. And I feel like it’s been getting better every year. The veteran center just got even bigger, so it makes me feel that we’re more appreciated. It is growing and giving us more access to stuff, so personally, I am happy.”

Villasenor explained that he and the rest of the veteran’s center strive to exhibit these qualities.

“CBU has opened the door for our veterans. It is all about welcoming our veterans and aiding in their transition, which can be very hard for them,” Villasenor said. “But we know that if they can take care of themselves on a battlefield, they can take care of themselves in a higher education institution.”

Vanderkallen expressed his thanks to all veterans.

“For everyone out there who served,”he said, “happy Veteran’s Day.”

Pop-up brings commuters together

BY NATALIE TANAKA

The newsroom is located in the James Building in Room 060 and can be reached at 951-343-4787. The Banner, a student-run newspaper, serves the CBU community with accurate, timely and factual reporting on significant aspects of university life, Riverside life and subjects of interest or concern to its readers.

“I was a marine,” said Randy Gonzales, sophomore photography major. “I joined October 19, 2008, and served until October 2012. I was infantry and deployed twice in Afghanistan. The reason I joined was because I always wanted to serve.”

Dylan Vanderkallen, sophomore electrical and computer engineering major, also shared his story.

“I served for four years doing communications for the army.

I was a 25N Nodal Network Systems Operator-Maintainer, which is basically satellite communications. We were able to set up computer networks anywhere in the world, whether it was a hotel room or in the middle of a desert. At first, it was hard to transition back to being a civilian again due to the differences in structure. But I would say that it was definitely for the better because now it’s helping me with my school.

I also have some lifelong friends around the world now,” Vanderkallen said.

Toward the end of the event, the armed forces medley was played to honor and recognize each branch of the US military.

“I liked the event. It made me smile at the end, hearing all the different songs, because it brought back memories.

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What college student doesn’t love free food? On the first Tuesday of every month, Community Life hosts the Commuter Cafe, a commuteronly event centered around making connections, meeting other commuters and, of course, free food.

Since commuters often travel long distances to get to class, they face struggles such as unpredictable traffic.

Commuters must also sacrifice the time spent commuting and must pay for gas. For those with longer commutes, the costs can add up. The Commuter Cafe is one way that CBU gives back to commuters, showing care in a tangible way with a provided meal or snacks.

The event was previously called Commuter Lunch and has evolved over time to

include other activities to meet commuters’ needs.

According to Emilee Thomas, assistant director of Campus Activities, the Commuter Cafe was created to make a welcoming environment for commuters.

“The event is for commuter students to provide a sense of belonging, purpose and home at CBU through purposeful programming,” Thomas said. “It is a time when the Community Life staff serves and connects with our commuter population.”

This is becoming increasingly important as CBU’s commuter population has grown in recent years, now making up about 50% of students, according to Community Life.

Naturally, one of the biggest attractions of the event is the free food, but also the community it fosters.

“My favorite thing about the Commuter Cafe is the food,” said Michelle Lake, sophomore biology major. “I believe the event is helpful for commuters since it does encourage relationships.”

Thomas said centering an event around a meal offers more than just food.

“Food brings people together and allows them to connect with someone they may not know,” Thomas said.

The most recent Commuter Cafe, held on Nov. 7 in Lancer Plaza, was a special wellnessthemed café featuring booths from both the Recreation Center and the Career Center, as well as some small giveaways for students.

“It was pretty cool,” said Trinity Fike, freshman health science major. “I like that we as commuters have little events like this. My favorite thing was the little giveaways. It’s a nice

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break from classes, where I get to take a nice walk [to Lancer Plaza] and get a little snack.

The reason I like it is because I think it shows that CBU cares about us as a whole person.”

The Commuter Cafe provides a space for students to sit back, relax and enjoy some food while chatting with friends before moving on with the rest of the day.

“The Commuter Cafe was fun,” said Katie Beckum, sophomore biomedical sciences major. “It was nice to hang out with friends and grab some food. I think it encourages friends to get together and it seemed relaxing.”

Thomas encouraged commuters who haven’t been to one of the cafes to stop by.

“If you haven’t been, swing by,” Thomas said. “The staff wants to meet commuter students and make them feel welcomed daily.”

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Following a military aircraft accident over the Mediterranean, five US soldiers were confirmed dead on Nov. 10. The U.S. Department of Defense reported they were conducting a routine mission when they

experienced an emergency and crashed into the ocean. AP News reported that the mission was a helicopter refueling training. The government has not yet confirmed the cause of the malfunction.

TUSTIN HANGAR FIRE REIGNITES A hangar in Tustin has caught on fire for the second time since the original fire on Nov. 7. According to the LA Times, the city began working towards abatement until the hangar caught on fire on Nov. 11. Tustin Police Lt. Ryan Coe told the LA Times

that waiting is the best option in case the fire lasts longer or ignites again. According to the Times, asbestos and other toxic substances were released into the air following the fires. As of Nov. 13, all school districts in Tustin are currently shut down.

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Worship music connects diverse and evolving world

BY OLIVIA COX

FAITH AND LIFESTYLE EDITOR Worship is central to Christianity, yet it is a highly diverse form of expression. Across time, culture and history, God’s people have refined, debated, embraced and cherished worship music. It has been a point of unifying love and controversial discord. But why is this so?

Chessa Williams, director of Worship Arts, has expansive experience in worship ministry serving in various church traditions. She is a classical pianist with experience in gospel, pop, folk, classical and indie worship music.

Williams explained that worship can be found in many different forms because music is an expression of culture.

“Each musical genre has its own ‘superpowers,’” Williams said. “For instance, rap as a musical genre opens up opportunities for powerful storytelling, lyricism and dynamic delivery.

Folk music as a musical genre embraces simplicity, authenticity and provides meaningful opportunities for participation.

Rock opens up opportunities for musical expression that is intense, driving and energetic.”

Many people hold the common misconception that Christian worship began unified and evolved to disunity. Williams clarified that this is far from true. Expression of faith in worship has been diverse due to its immediate expansiveness since the time of Acts.

“Music in the church has al-

ways been the source of spirited debate throughout the history of the church,” Williams said.

“There are two primary, contemporary debates on music in the church. Which styles of music are appropriate for corporate worship? This debate mostly comes down to cultural associations with different genres of music that could be seen as distracting in corporate worship. [Secondly,] can we sing songs that are written, recorded, and distributed by churches that we theologically disagree with?”

Williams commented on this debate by sharing what the gospel says about worship music.

“Scripture doesn’t tell us what genres to use, or what specific songs, keys or instrumentation. However, Scripture is clear that the goal of singing is to teach, admonish, and edify — Colossians 3:16 — but how we achieve that goal is part of the creative stewardship God gives to his people,” Williams said.

Timothy Craig, CBU alumnus and graduate student in music for worship arts and ministry, has had a passion for and a role in worship for most of his life. He currently serves as the music minister at New Life Church in Yorba Linda.

“Globally speaking, genre variety has undoubtedly always been there,” Craig said. “I believe that breaking out of our cultural norms and opening our eyes to the genres and languages used to worship God in other cultures can serve as a crucial

One of the lead singers on the worship team sings “Friend of God” by Israel Houghton and Michael Gungor. reminder that our God is in fact a global God.” Craig explained that variety in worship music often arises from denominational ideologies, cultural differences, personal convictions or preferences of church leaders. Not only is this variety present across Christianity in the present day, but we also find it throughout Christian history.

“In the realm of [American] Contemporary Worship Music, there has always been groups of people pushing the envelope musically,” Craig said. “The Jesus Movement of the ’70s introduced an entirely abnormal musical style and instrumentation to the congregational worship service at the time.”

Documentation of music used as a means of worship ex-

pression dates back to The Song of Moses found in Exodus 15:118. Craig noted that the Psalms are religious poems and songs used by the early Jews to worship Yahweh.

“The Medieval time period [is when] Latin became the official language of the church,” Craig said. “During the Protestant Reformation … [Martin] Luther desired for the church’s worship practices to be accomplished utilizing the vernacular of the congregation [rather than Latin] so that they may all participate.”

Fast forward to the 20th century, when the Jesus Movement in the ’60s and ’70s sparked a domino effect of the style of modern American worship.

“Labels such as Maranatha!

Music were formed around

[Christian Contemporary Music] that was artist-driven. This is where Christian musicians began to utilize the sounds of secular music in order to worship the Lord and deliver the Gospel message,” Craig said.

“The folk-based stylings of Scripture Song, the youth-culture focused music of Praise & Worship, and the experimentation with musicals and theatre to promote the truth all began to take shape in the ’70s.”

Craig continued to explain the solution of worship moving into the following decades.

“Merging into the ’80s and ’90s, the rise of the megachurch and music that captivated the youth was prominent across the world. In the ’90s, Hillsong Church of Sydney, Australia blossomed musically as they

Sofia Guzman | Banner released albums with congregational songs that were performer-oriented. The acoustic and electric guitars became very significant instruments in many CCM songs. Simultaneously, arena-style worship was established through the Passion City Church youth conferences in Atlanta,” said Craig.

In the 2000s, mega-churches such as Bethel and Elevation gained popularity and continue to be among the greatest leaders in the Christian Contemporary Music movement. However many styles, including older, more traditional songs are still used in various church contexts.

“Regardless of musical style, the goal is for the congregation to collectively participate in worshiping the Lord,” Craig said.

Christianity gives insight into living thankful lives

BY OLIVIA COX

FAITH AND LIFESTYLE EDITOR Many families across the nation will gather around their dining room table on Nov. 23 for a holiday that is all about turkey and saying “thank you”: Thanksgiving. While Thanksgiving is far from a religious celebration, its themes of gratitude, family and fellowship are closely tied to biblical themes.

Lori Dubyak, office manager for Spiritual Life, shared the significance of gratitude in our lives and well-being as Christians. She shared how an attitude of thankfulness can affect us physiologically, such as by improving sleep, mood, health and emotional regulation.

Daily gratitude can enrich our lives and lead us to become more fulfilled. Dubyak shared several ways to put thankfulness into practice on a daily basis.

“Each morning, before looking at your phone or even getting out of bed, think of three things you are thankful for,” Dubyak said. “Text or write a note to a different person you know each day to tell them why

you are thankful for them.”

Dubyak explained that it is God’s will for our lives that we maintain a posture of thankfulness always. This idea can be found in Philippians 4:6-8, Psalm 28:7 and Psalm 69:30.

She shared that the key to constant gratitude is rooted in thinking and meditating on all God has done for us.

“Think of his provisions throughout your life even in the hard times,” Dubyak said. “Reflect on the fact that you have air in your lungs to breathe and that you have been given the ability to form thoughts with your brain.”

Our busy lives often make it difficult to live a life characterized by gratitude, which is why Dubyak encourages students to make habits of intentional gratitude a part of their daily routines.

“Thankfulness in the right order is important. Thankfulness to God first and for most.

Showing thankfulness for people and the earth that God has created in our actions toward them,” Dubyak said.

Hannah Woods, counseling

psychology graduate student, look like serving in the church, shared how gratitude can lead donating to the church or charito greater contentment and life ties or using your talents to fulfill a need.” satisfaction.

As a Christian studying psy“When we are thankful for the things that we have we are chology, Woods pointed out not constantly seeking more some notable parallels between and more,” Woods said. “Thank- these two realms of her life, spefulness stems from our ability cifically on the topic of thankto appreciate our current status fulness.

“Both the Bible and psycholin this world. Those who have ogy speak to this quality how thankof thankfulfulness can ness tend to provide a be more optibetter outmistic, altrulook on life istic and overall pleased Marissa Hopper, and provide a healthier with life. sophomore psychology and mindset for This thankfulness can sociology double major individuals to function be displayed in their jobs, relationships and in,” Woods said. “I think this big correlation is important to even their spirituality.”

Woods explained that one of touch on because how we view the most practical ways to prac- our lives and the things in them tice gratitude as Christians is to can alter how we function. With thank God for who he is and all an attitude of thankfulness, we are not only fulfilling what the he has done through prayer.

“We can also use what he Lord calls us to do but also sethas provided us, whether that’s ting ourselves up for a healthier gifts, talents or money, to use for psyche.”

Humans are prone to focus the spreading of His kingdom on earth,” Woods said. “This can more on the negatives in life

“

It is important to look at every day and find something no matter how small and be thankful."

rather than the positives. Practicing gratitude helps one counteract their natural tendency to be pessimistic about their lives.

“Christ calls us as believers to be an example to those in this world, and with a grateful heart we are able to be the light of Christ and promote a positive attitude to a world that is so corrupted,” Woods said.

In order to maintain a grateful attitude year-round, rather than just on Thanksgiving, Woods encouraged her peers to write down specific things they are grateful for. She explained that these should be specific to our lives that one can intentionally dwell and meditate on.

“Truly contemplate the things that you are grateful for and vocalize that, especially if it is a person,” Woods said. “We don’t compliment, acknowledge or celebrate our thankfulness for people, places or things enough.”

Marissa Hopper, sophomore double major in psychology and sociology, explained how thankfulness is one of the most important ways to be happy mentally and physically.

Hopper shared that gratitude can best be practiced by appreciating all we have, never taking anything for granted, living each day as it comes and not worrying about tomorrow.

“When we are with and close to God, we tend to have a better sense of thankfulness,” Hopper said. “When you are thankful and have a lot of gratitude for everything it’s hard to be discouraged. It’s the thing that keeps us going in a world that wants us to stop and give up.”

A grateful heart reminds us of God’s love, goodness and faithfulness in our lives despite our circumstances. Hopper explained that no matter what struggle we experience, God is working for our good and will one day deliver us from all pain and trials in life.

“There is always calm in the midst of a storm,” Hopper said.

“If you always focus on the bad things happening in life, you will never know how good the good things really are. It is important to look at every day and find something — no matter how small — and be thankful you have it.”

Lifestyle Tries: Making yarn pumpkins for fall

BY VALERIE LA PONZA

ASST. FAITH & LIFESTYLE EDITOR Need a perfect centerpiece for Thanksgiving and the fall?

These pumpkins are the solution. Using only five materials, these pumpkins are cute, easyto make and aesthetic.

Gather your materials Styrofoam pumpkin (hollowed out) Chunky yarn Stick Ribbon (optional) Leaf (optional) Other decorations (optional) Scissors Step 2: The Beginning To start wrapping your pumpkin, make a loop with the yarn and insert it into the hollowed-out center of the pumpkin.

Keeping the yarn in the center of the pumpkin, begin to wind the yarn around the pumpkin, tucking the yarn into the center

of the pumpkin at either end.

Do not thread the yarn through the center, as it will break the Styrofoam.

Step 3: Wrap Continue to wrap the yarn around the pumpkin, tucking in at either end until the pumpkin is fully covered. Once the Styrofoam is hidden, you can add a second layer of the yarn to add bumps or ridges.

Step 4: Snip Once you are satisfied with the size and shape of your pumpkin, snip off the extra yarn and tuck the end of the yarn into the pumpkin.

Step 5: Decorate Using a stick from outside and other decorations, decorate your pumpkin. Insert the stick into the middle of the pumpkin, add a leaf, wrap a ribbon around the stem, and make it your own with accents of your choice.

Valerie La Ponza, assistant faith & lifestyle editor, shares the steps to create yarn pumpkins.

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Christmas EDIT

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Jack Frost

Scrooged

Elf

Holiday in the Wild

The Santa Clause

While You Were Sleeping

Home Alone

Eloise at Christmas

The Chronicles of Narnia

Miracle on 34th Street

The Polar Express

A Christmas Story

Rudolph

The Grinch

Falling for Christmas

A California Christmas

The Man Who Invented

It’s a Wonderful Life

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Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas

Sam Smith

Winter Things

Ariana Grande

Underneath the Tree

Kelly Clarkson

Cold December Night

Michael Bublé

Christmas in LA

The Killers

Baby, It’s Cold Outside

Glee Cast, Darren Criss

Sleigh Ride

Miley Cyrus

Kissin’ in the Cold

JP Saxe, Julia Michaels

Cozy Little Christmas Merry Christmas

Katy Perry Ed Sheeran, Elton John

Winter Events Nov. 18 - Jan. 7th

Festival of Lights Mission Inn

Dec. 16

Winter Wonderland San Bernardino

Dec. 8

Holiday Extravangaza Icetown Riverside

Dec. 18

The Nutcracker Fox Performing Arts Center

Volunteer

Habitat for Humanity The Salvation Arm Feeding America Second Harvest Foster Army Animal Rescue Riverside Rescue

Winter Reads:

A Little Princess By Frances Hodgson Burnett Snow Falling on Cedars

by David Guterson Moon of the Crusted Snow by Waubgeshig Rice Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie Winter’s Bone by Daniel Woodrell The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey Peace Like a River

by Leif Enger The Cabin at the End of the Train by Michael V. Ivanov

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT November 17, 2023 · Volume 71 · Issue 3

Battle of the Bands sparks community among music students

BY SARAH MURPHY ASST. A&E EDITOR

The sounds of guitars, drums and harmonious voices filled Lancer Plaza on Nov. 9 as bands went head-to-head in a competition to win CBU’s annual Battle of the Bands.

The musicians at CBU created a fun-filled night by playing songs from multiple genres and the audience voted for their favorite band at the end of the night.

Noel Chambers, senior Christian studies major, was in the band titled Say Less. Along with the rest of his bandmates, he sang and rapped gospel songs and throwback songs.

The songs ranged from “Melodies from Heaven” to “Dance the Night” by Dua Lipa.

To prepare for the event, they rehearsed twice a week leading up to the performance and had a few late-night rehearsals. The amount of practice the bands had evidently

paid off with how lively and energetic the show was.

“It was super fun and super freeing,” Chambers said. “We had a very big blast just seeing everyone smile and have fun.

We even had people who were in the front dancing.”

Each seat at the Battle of the Bands was filled by students and parents and others crowded around Lancer Plaza to watch the show. A group of students in front of the stage danced with energy to the songs performed.

Annette Gangler, sophomore biology major, said she loves going to events with live music.Battle of the Bands offered the perfect opportunity to experience this, and she attended with some of her friends.

“I really love how all the bands have such a connection and they’re just having fun up there,” Gangler said. “I love hearing the music and their lit-

tle twist on it.”

Although the bands performed well-known songs, the unique flair of each band transformed the songs into something that represented their personal style of music. Many sang along to the lyrics and enjoyed the different takes on popular songs.

Kenny Newhart, sophomore elementary education major, said he enjoys attending the events put on by CBU’s music program to show support to fellow students.

“I’m having the best time ever. I would absolutely recommend this event, mostly because the energy is just so good here,” Newhart explained. “Everyone’s having a great time.

It’s so cool and the people are so talented, so you should come support them.”

Although Battle of the Bands is an annual event, there was a bigger turnout this year compared to previous years.

“I think CBU really sup-

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Nate Ooten, part of the Midnight Madness Band, sings “It Ain’t Over ’til It’s Over,” originally performed by Lenny Kravitz. ported it this year,” said Chambers. “Last year, there weren’t that many people. I remember there being like 15-20 people in the seats, but this year there was filled seats, and people were sitting around the plaza.”

As the event gains popularity, CBU music students tangi-

bly can feel the support.

“I felt really supported by CBU this year. The music program has helped me to build a lot of confidence in my talents,” Chambers said.

At the end of the night, students voted for their favorite band. The winners announced

were Fickle and Friends.

“It’s a good way to get to know more of the music students at CBU,” Gangler said.

“By coming to these events, you can really appreciate how much hard work they’re putting into what they want to do in the future.”

Original musical ‘Dietrich and Maria’ takes the Wallace stage GABI RIGGIN A&E EDITOR

In the shadows of history’s thundering symphony, where echoes of war and whispers of love converge, emerges “Dietrich & Maria,” an original musical at California Baptist University by David Goodman and CBU Professor Dr. Glenn A. Pickett.

The production includes a live orchestra and will have its world premiere at the Wallace Theater on Nov. 17, running through Nov. 19.

Goodman and Pickett wrote this original work with the help of Stefan Miller, stage director and adjunct professor of voice and musical theater.

“I was approached by Professor Lee Lyons about a year and a half ago. He asked me if I’d be interested in helping develop and work with the creative team,” Miller said, “The writers, Dr. [Glenn] Pickett and Dr. David Goodman, [I helped them] edit and reconfigure this story to be ready for the stage.

They originally did a staged reading in August of 2021.”

The making of this musical has been a long time coming and will finally take the stage.

Navigating the challenges of development, the team poured into refining and reshaping the narrative to mold it into the captivating masterpiece that stands today.

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Dietrich Bonhoeffer, played by Drake Lyons, freshman vocal performance major, and Maria, played by junior music major Sophie Heptom, perform a song symbolizing the start of their romance. “Dietrich & Maria” is an original musical by David Goodman and CBU professor Dr. Glenn A. Pickett.

“We’ve gone through about four different iterations of the show to what we have today. So it’s been an arduous process, developing it, putting it together, but it’s been quite an enjoyable experience,” Miller said.

Despite the excitement around the production, the story itself has a deeper message.

“The musical is around the life or the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, who was anti-Nazi during World War II,” Miller said. “He told the story of him being a theologian scholar and pacifist, becoming an anti-Nazi and being convicted by God to help conspire to kill Hitler.

That’s the center of the story.

But the other part of the story that it’s centered around is the love story between Bonhoeffer and Maria. And their love story is a little interesting in the fact that they got engaged over letters.”

In this journey of creation, the team becomes pioneers, charting a course guided solely by their creative compass.

“I think the coolest part of this whole process is just getting to do a work that we’re getting to start from scratch,” said Brianne Jackson, senior theater major. “Nobody’s done it before. So we don’t have to look

up how someone else has done it and see what we liked. We’re creating it out of nothing.”

Jackson is playing the character named Gretel and is also a part of the Abyssinian choir.

“It’s really cool to be able to play two parts that have insight into different aspects of the story,” Jackson said.

With the story being as heartfelt as it is, building characters and getting into character was heavy for the actors.

For Jackson, she learned even more than what she already knew about World War II and just how real the situation was.

“My main research has been

looking up the Holocaust and big historical moments at that time and reminding myself that this was real,” Jackson said. “It’s very real.”

For Jackson, this is her last show before she graduates in December. She mentioned that despite joining the rehearsals later on due to also being a part of the play “Frankenstein,” she still felt welcomed and included by the whole team.

“Everybody just loves to encourage each other and just check up on each other because the characters we’re playing are really hard,” Jackson said.

Playing the lead in his very first production is Drake Lyons, freshman vocal performance major. Lyons is playing one of the leading roles as Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

“There’s a lot to say. He is an incredible Christian role model, and a great person to look up to, whether you’re a person of faith or not,” Lyons said. “He was a great thinker. He challenged the popular belief at the time.”

As the curtain rises on this story, the echoes of admiration and the cautionary notes form a harmonious prelude that gives way to an emotional journey.

“We obviously explore a lot of dark themes. But it’s definitely not for the faint of heart,” Lyons said. “And I really think that it’s important to

tell the story because throughout the show we see a lot of Dietrich’s trust went to God, because he was a man of faith.

And I think a great takeaway is just trusting God.” This production fearlessly confronts the complexities of its darker themes. It’s an invitation for the audience to brace themselves for a journey that confronts the grittier aspects of life, provoking thoughtfulness, emotion and reflection.

For the actors, the weight of portraying real people adds a layer of complexity to their craft that transcends the usual challenges of the stage.

“Because these are people who were real, they were alive.

And they actually did these things. And we are portraying that in the show. And so, of course, that is really difficult to portray,” Lyons said.

Against the backdrop of harrowing events, this production serves as a testament to the power of storytelling amid the darkest chapters of our collective past. The need for the story to be told is a motivating factor for the actors who have taken on characters within a complicated past.

“We are shining light on a good story, surrounded by really awful happenings,” Lyons said. “I think everyone realizes this is really important, because this is a story that needs to be told.”

Decoding color and lighting in film storytelling GABI RIGGIN A&E EDITOR

Sitting down and watching a movie is simple for an audience, but behind the scenes, complex decisions are made so that viewers receive a specific message.

When making a film, color and lighting are essential details in the development process. Like any art form, choosing a color can change the meaning of the art altogether.

Any photographer will need lighting to take a good photo, and sometimes the way a scene is lit can change the way it is perceived.

The use of color and lighting in films goes beyond technical considerations; it is an art form that enables directors to communicate complex emotions, themes and narrative elements to the audience.

Joel Berry, adjunct professor of film studies, explained what both color and lighting do and how they each help in creating a film.

“Color and lighting are big parts of setting not only the location and the time of when a movie was shot but also the mood,” Berry said. “To help set the mood or even set the time of day, there can be oranges and certain looks that you see more at sunset. Or blue is more associated with evening nighttime or moonlight.”

As audiences engage with films, commercials or TV shows, the subtle nuances in film often remain mysteries.

Viewers may find themselves pondering the director’s rationale behind a particular shot “I think the biggest reason it’s important to think about it intentionally is because your audience is very sophisticated,” Berry said. “Everything that they see on screen, everything that’s within the frame, they believe there’s a reason for it, and if you didn’t have a reason, they’re going to make one up.”

Not only can colors and lighting help in setting the scene of a film, but they can

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Many directors will use certain colors to convey specific emotions and evoke a certain reaction. A sad or nostalgic scene will typically features more cool blue tones, wheras warmer colors are more often associated with adventure. aid in reinforcing a narrative.

Berry spoke on informing the performers or actors about why they are wearing a certain color, and being intentional.

“Think that through and then think through the ‘why’ you’re doing it, because that can also actually help inform your actors,” Berry said, “If the character is more muted and they’re shy and then by the end, they’re bolder and you

find them wearing more bold colors, that kind of just helps reinforce the story that you’re telling.”

Colors are known in the world of psychology to convey a certain mood or feeling and film majors use that to their advantage. Alan Katsa, junior film production major, explained how adding color to a film helps when translating a message for his projects.

“Color theory and lighting are used to convey a certain type of meaning, whether that’s a universal meaning that’s seen in the industry or it’s meaning that the director himself specifically wants to convey,” Katsa said. “If someone wanted to add a red hue or a kind of red somewhere in the film, that would sometimes translate to anger.”

Moreover, the artistry of

lighting enters the stage, saturating scenes with colors that harmonize with the prevailing emotions. The strategic interplay of light and color becomes a visual language, amplifying the mood and guiding the audience.

“Usually, the lighter colors are for more happy or lighthearted scenes and the darker colors are used to show deeper emotions or parts within the film,” said Emily Pettet, senior film major.

Through the orchestration of these elements, filmmakers help audiences witness the narrative unfold and to feel it on an emotional level.

“As a cinematographer, you need to make sure that your lighting is showing the viewer what you are trying to get across,” Pettet said.

As the final frame unfolds, it is evident that the director’s mastery lies not just in storytelling but in the artful manipulation of color and lighting that transforms a narrative into a journey.

SPORTS

7 Women’s soccer reflects on growth as season wraps November 17, 2023 · Volume 71 · Issue 3

BY HANNAH GORDON

and resilience shown in the second half, trying to earn back what we had lost in the first The Lancer’s women’s soc- half,” said Gallagher.

While it was a tough loss, the cer team faced a difficult loss to Seattle University on Nov. 1. Lancers still pushed through The loss costed them the WAC with support from all around championship and post season them.

“The final match at home play, but looking back on the season, the Lancers are proud was a huge heartbreak for us, but that game showed the charof their accomplishments.

“I’m really proud of our acter of the team down to the teams’ heart, class and fight to final seconds. It was awesome get back into the game,” said seeing how much support we Kristen St. Clair, head women’s had from fellow athletes, students, and faculty,” added Noa soccer coach.

In the end, it was about more Schumacher, graduate student and goalkeeper for the women’s than just the championship.

“Every single person on the soccer team.

Despite this bittersweet endteam learned something new ing, the season and was a part of was full of winsomething bigger ning moments than themselves. and, most imporI can definitely say tantly, a winning I am proud to have character develbeen apart of it,” oped within the said Erin Gallaghteam. er, graduate stu“This season dent in business was all about administration and center back Erin Gallagher, planting seeds, we set out at the and winger for the Graduate student, beginning of women’s soccer center back and winger summer to create team. a winning culThe Lancers ture. It is funny did not let the circumstances change who they talking about it because buildwere in the moment. They con- ing that kind of culture has a lot more to do with what goes on off tinued to fight till the end.

“Some positive aspects to the field than actually on it. The our final match was the heart team became a family this year ASST. SPORTS EDITOR

“

Every single person on the team learned something new and was a part of something bigger than themselves.

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Sonja Lux, freshman soccer player, handles the ball down the field against Seattle University. and that is my favorite aspect of this season, but also the reason it hurts that it’s over,” said Schumacher.

Gallagher emphasized that growth is seen on the team and individually.

“The team this year grew exponentially from what we have been like in the five years I have been at CBU. We created a culture that truly bought in to the dedication and hard work needed to be successful,” Gallagher

said. “We may not have won the WAC but we can certainly be proud of our achievements in building a great culture for the future. Personally, I grew so much this season as well. Coming back from an injury that stopped me for nine months led to things not going as I expected them to this year. I learned that no matter what was happening, it’s so important to pour love into my teammates and be the most supportive friend and

mentor I can be.”

Even though the season did not end as the team may have hoped, this season impacted the Lancers for the better. And it is still one for the books considering everything else they accomplished.

“If I had to choose how to describe the season overall, I would define it as counter-culture,” Schumacher said. “I talked about how we set out to change the culture of the pro-

gram and only those who have been in the program know how hard we worked collectively. It can be seen partly through all the success we had this season.

Going undefeated in conference play, losing only two games all season, our head coach Kristen St. Clair being named Coach Of The Year and numerous accolades the team obtained.”

With such heart and dedication on the team, it is easy to see why the team has done so well.

LANCER OF THE ISSUE

NOA SCHUMACHER, GOALKEEPER FOR WOMEN’S SOCCER AND GRADUATE STUDENT Q: HOW DID YOU START PLAYING SOCCER? “I started playing soccer when I was maybe about 4 years old. My parents would enroll me and my brothers in a lot of different sports when we were young. However, soccer was the only sport I started that young and continued every year till now.”

Q: WHO IS YOUR ROLE MODEL AND WHY? “I have many different role models in life but when it comes to soccer and faith, I look at two of my coaches. Kristen St. Clair and Tim Strader are each prime examples of who I aspire to be. I am so thankful for every experience I have had at CBU, but each of these individuals taught me a different aspect to college soccer. Originally, I learned college soccer is a business, and to a certain extent, it is. Kristen St. Clair taught me the family side of college sports and that leading with a kind heart can also be a winning heart. Tim Strader is a coach not every player gets lucky enough to know. He taught me that you can still be a strong athlete in Christ, but it doesn’t mean you have to stop being a competitor. I am so thankful for being able to be coached by each of these individuals over the last two years and wish them the best.

Q: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT PLAYING FOR CBU? “The best part about playing for CBU women’s soccer is the relationships you make throughout your time. The people on the team are not just great friends but people I know will be in my life for many years to come. Being surrounded by amazing people and not just amazing athletes is something that doesn’t happen at every college.”

Q: HOW DID YOU START PLAYING SOCCER FOR CBU? “How I got to CBU is a crazy story that shows God’s timing is not always our timing. I decided to retire from soccer back in the spring of 2022 and focus primarily on my academic side. CBU was my top choice for grad programs and two weeks after the season had started I got a call from one of the women’s soccer coaches asking me to come play. Insane, but I packed everything in two days and played my last two collegiate years at CBU.”

Q: WHAT IS YOUR MUSIC TO WORK OUT TO? “My workout music varies all the time but it is always some type of rap or trap music. I will say Drake, 50 Cent, Eminem and (old) Kanye are always in rotation on game day.”

BUSINESS & TECH Genetic modifications turn plants red when they sense nearby toxic chemicals 8

November 17, 2023 · Volume 71 · Issue 3

BY ALEXZA BAHNMILLER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Researchers at the University of California, Riverside were recently able to solve an “engineering puzzle” by modifying a plant to turn red when it senses toxic chemicals, according to the university’s website.

Dr. Patrick Schacht, associate professor of biochemistry, discussed the difficulties of this scientific feat.

“It’s part of an interesting area of research which is taking receptors and modifying them. Receptors are the mechanisms for taking information from outside and responding in some way internally. And these receptors on the surface can be modified to change structure,” Schacht said.

Schacht explained that this research determines how protein structures can be modified to grab certain compounds instead of others.

“It’s actually not very easy.

It’s really, really tricky to get it to fold just right because of the complexities of protein folding,” Schacht said.

In 2016, MIT engineers modified spinach plants to be able to detect explosives and wirelessly relay that information to a handheld device similar to a smartphone, according to the university’s website. By 2017, they figured out how to get plants to glow — a potentiall eco-friendly alternative to

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Genetic modifications to plants that allow them to sense toxic cheicals has proven to be a cheaper and more reliable ataernative to other options such as sensors. a night light. But why are plants the chosen objects for experimentation?

“If you don’t use a living system, you need a lot of technology to do [these things]. Plants are incredibly complex, every living thing is incredibly complex so it has so much machinery built into it that if we can leverage that existing machinery then it’s more effective,” Schacht explained.

“Plants are also so easy to propagate. That’s the whole idea of a genetically modified organism is that we can repurpose it in some way. What we’re able to do biologically is far more precise than what we can do mechanically.”

Schacht added that plants are a lot more reliable and cheaper than things such as sensors. He compared them

to test sensors that were instilled in airports after 9/11 that were very expensive and sensitive, going off all the time due to detecting the wrong thing.

“So if we could get a plant, you have a protein grabbing it, not a mechanical structure. A lot of [sensors] were using protein built-in things, part of what made them expensive. Once you make [the plant], you can

just reproduce it. That’s not an expensive process,” he said.

The plant could be helpful for farmers to detect pesticides that are harmful to humans. “[The modified plants] grow basically like weeds, the species they are using is not something that requires a lot of help to maintain, and if they turn red, then you know that’s being used in the area,” Schacht said. “It would be a good way to be able to detect, ‘Is there someone near me using illegal pesticides that’s drifting onto my field?’

You don’t need a Ph.D. in genetic engineering-type research in order to go and use this, you just need to be able to tell the difference between green and red.”

Jack Brown, junior creative writing major, is interested in the possibility of being able to own one of the modified plants.

“It would be cool. You know how people have green thumbs? I have a black thumb, so the plant wouldn’t live, but it would be cool while it lasted,” Brown said. “However, it would probably be impractical in comparison to other devices that could detect stuff.”

Ethan Freese, junior creative writing major, gave an example of one of these other devices: a water filter.

“We already have water filters for that exact purpose of determining if water is safe to drink or not. And for more dangerous chemicals, like smoke

detectors, those would already be going off by the time the plant detected it — I would think. It would ultimately be unnecessary. It would be like needing to feed and water your smoke detector every morning,” Freese said.

However, Schacht emphasized that this is only the beginning of the type of plant modifications we might see in the future.

“Plants are so complicated we don’t fully understand everything. We think we understand what is going on, but it’s really 10 times more complicated than we understand it to be,” Schacht said. “If you were to feed a DNA sequence into a computer, even the best supercomputer here on earth, it could chop away at that for years and still not be able to tell you what the structure is going to be. Where we’re at right now, we can only do small modifications.”

The scientific process for plant engineering is ongoing.

“A lot of what is going into the research is, ‘How could we leverage what we know and make a prediction about it an inch away from what we know?

And then two inches away?’”

Schacht said. “And then [it’s] taking what we know and extending it, and a fair bit of that becomes trial and error. Some these will work great, some won’t work great — we’ll find out.”

MetroLink utilizes new safety technology for earthquakes

BY ARIANNA BULTSMA

ASST. BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR As the home of the San Andreas Fault, California has long been known for its earthquake risk. Starting in 2008, California began the Great ShakeOut, an annual drill that helps teach and reinforce best practices for earthquake safety.

No one can predict exactly when an earthquake will occur, but drills like these helps Californians be better prepared.

In addition to participation in drills, recent advances in technology have offered new ways to help prevent extreme damage in the event of an earthquake The state’s MetroLink rail system, for example, can be quite dangerous if a quake occurs while trains are in motion.

Earlier this year, MetroLink presented a system with early earthquake warning technology that is able to automatically alter trains and apply brakes for a safe and quick slowing and stopping in the event of an earthquake.

This system is called ShakeAlert and it will be used to help reduce injuries.

The ShakeAlert early warning system additionally aims to deliver alerts quickly to the public so that people will know seconds before shaking begins. Ideally, the system can help save lives and property and reduce the impact of an earthquake.

This year, MetroLink got the chance to utilize this new technology during this year’s Great ShakeOut on Oct. 19. The system successfully slowed MetroLinkowned tracks at 10:19 a.m, ac-

cording to a release from MetroLink.

When talking about earthquake safety, Dr. Jong-Wha Bai, professor of civil engineering and construction management, explained the improvements of this new technology.

“Since earthquakes can occur without any warning signs and we cannot forecast seismic activities, the best way to prevent damage and loss to our infrastructure is to prepare for the damage by enhancing the seismic performance of buildings and structures through design and retrofits,” Bai said. “Additionally, we have this kind of early warning system to minimize the consequences, which includes evacuating people to

safer locations, cutting off power lines to avoid fires, and slowing down or stopping the rail system to prevent crashes.”

Safety is one of the top concerns for the public during the event of an earthquake. Grant Dupuy, senior engineering major, expressed his concerns for people’s safety on trains.

“Since trains are full of people and can’t stop in an instant, anything that gives them more time to respond allows for higher safety of the passengers,” Dupuy said.

While there is no way to predict when an earthquake will occur, there at least new potential solutions, such as speed reductions. Practicing using the ShakeAlert during the Great ShakeOut is a way to ensure that the technology works effi-

ciently, which allows residents of California to feel safer when traveling by train.

Bai elaborated on the advantages of early earthquake detection and what we can learn from other safety systems.

“A similar early warning system to detect seismic activities has been used for decades in Japan for high-speed rail systems,” Bai said. “This type of technology, using an early warning system, may not be the only way to protect civilians.

However, I believe that this new technology can help reduce the consequences of potential earthquakes in California.”

Alyssa Lockwood, freshman biomedical sciences major, has used trains as transportation frequently in California to get to cities like Bakersfield.

Lockwood is from out of state, so she said hearing about the new safety feature in the event of an earthquake helped calm her nerves, as she is not used to earthquakes that California experiences.

“This personally makes me feel more safer because I understand the [changes] being made in order to enhance the safety of passengers during an earthquake,” Lockwood said.

The ShakeAlert technology, especially when combined with regular safety drills and refreshers, can help minimize the amount of destruction during earthquakes. It is a step in the right direction for advancing the ways in which people and structures are able to be protected before and during emergencies.

LOCAL BUSINESS Highlight

Mud Hut Pottery

BY ALEXZA BAHNMILLER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Do you need a peaceful and artsy release from schoolwork? Located only a five-minute drive away from campus, Mud Hut Pottery Studio offers exactly that. Rated 5 stars on Yelp, CBU alumni Chase Lord and his family run the studio.

Only three months old, Mud Hut Pottery offers a homey atmosphere that makes you feel as though they’ve been there forever. The walls are decorated with inviting pastel designs, and a neon sign that says ‘Mud Hut Pottery’ hangs above shelves filled

with pottery for purchase.

Across from it, another shelf is filled with drying pottery from previous classes.

The $50 per person Pottery Wheel Lesson class is 90 minutes long and begins with choosing a pottery wheel.

There are only eight wheels, so classes tend to fill up fast.

Availability can be found through mudhutriverside.com.

Once seated at a chosen pottery wheel, newbies and pros have the choice of following along with the pottery teacher or taking things at their own pace. But for those who dare risk going it alone - students only receive two blocks of clay for the class, so if you mess up, you might walk out empty-handed.

The steps included learning how to wedge the clay, throw it, and mold it. The teacher walks around to help or fix students’ mistakes - and my patient teacher came around to assist me a lot. All pieces will inevitably look different - but

there are no guidelines for what shape to try to make.

It is all up to the individual to create something that they are content with.

Once all the student's pieces are complete, they are placed on a drying rack, and names and phone numbers are placed next to the pieces. In about 4-6 weeks, each piece will be ready for pickup. Depending on the day, the color of the finishing glaze differs.

For the class I took, the glaze was a gold-green.

However, the glaze is only applied if the pottery doesn’t break during the bisque firing process. The website warns, “Pottery is a rewarding craft; however, there are so many variables, we cannot guarantee that your pottery will make it back to you the way that you left it. We do our best to take care of your pieces after you leave; nonetheless, pottery is extremely fragile, it breaks, it explodes, it cracks, and the glaze can drip.”

Although there are many chances for the pottery to break throughout the journey, the teachers at the Mud Hut emphasize that pottery-making is about the beauty of the process, not the finished result. “The meditative action of molding the clay is what the experience is all about. If you get a cute piece of pottery to take home, that’s just a cherry on top. “You are signing up for an experience, an ability to learn, to be part of our studio, and to embrace everything this learning process brings,” the website also says.

For those who find one class isn’t enough, the Mud Hut Pottery Studio offers two monthly membership plans. For $185/ month, potters gain unlimited access to the studio and to all equipment, as well as their own drying shelf, two kiln shelves, and unlimited bisque firing.

For $325/month, potters also gain unlimited access to the studio and to all

equipment, as well as the top drying shelves, four kiln shelves, and unlimited bisque firing. Both require members to have previous ceramics experience.

The classes vary as well.

There are Date Nights ($100/couple), Kid Lessons ($35) and Monthly Lessons ($200/four classes). Private lessons and parties can be arranged.

Not ready yet to take it to the wheel? Not to worry, starting at just $15, pottery can be painted no reservation needed. Or, hand and foot impressions can be made starting at $40.

The studio hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Follow them on Insta @mudhut potteryriverside.

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November 17, 2023 · Volume 71· Issue 3

AI accessibility continues to expand as Elon Musk announces AI bot, Grok

BY ALEXZA BAHNMILLER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Since ChatGPT’s launch last year, AI has become increasingly accessible. According to a BestColleges survey, about 1 in 5 college students regularly use the site for schoolwork.

Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has decided to rival the popular ChatGPT by launching the first product of his AI company xAI: an AI bot named Grok. In an article for the Wall Street Journal, Jason Dean wrote that Grot “has a rebellious streak and was modeled after the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.” The bot will show features of a personality, such as the ability to respond with witty and sarcastic remarks.

Dr. Anthony Corso, professor of computer information systems, discussed some concerns dealing with the expansion of AI. He noted that bias is always something important to watch out for.

“Bias is already a concern.

That’s embedded in Google search engines now. If you just go to a Google page and just

type some things in you’ll see the bias of this and that. That already exists,” Corso said. “One of the things we can do to mitigate that fear is we need to educate people that this is going on now. In my opinion, we are never going to get around bias in the data. A lot of data is put out by five news companies and the government. And that is biased data in and of itself.”

Corso explained how AI holds the ability to be biased.

“For OpenAi, it’s an algorithm and they feed it a bunch of data and they train it and that converts it into what we technically call the machine learning model,” Corso said. “Those models can hold all the parameters of all the data they trained on. [Ai] can be biased in one of two places. It’s either in the data itself or it’s in the algorithm or what we call the machinery model that they train.”

Additionally, Corso said safety is a major concern in a number of areas. He specified, though, certain areas should be taken more seriously.

“Just from personal data get-

ting out there and potentially getting exposed, I think that’s minimal. I personally think that that already exists today and it’s no different from these. The part that would scare me that I think we should worry about is the analysis of the results of all of the personal data and how a particular group can be controlled by that data. Regulation is going to try to handle some of that,” Corso said.

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The productivity gains that we could get from leveraging this – we will never have seen it in the history of the world so far.”

Dr. Anthony Corso professor of computer information systems

On Oct. 30, President Biden issued the first Ai executive order in the US - an order set to create Ai safeguards by ensur-

ing transparency and additional testing periods, according to Cecilia Kang in an article for The New York Times.

However, Corso pointed out that concerns are normal when it comes to new technologies and that there are plenty of advantages to using AI. “When I went to college, I couldn’t use a calculator when I went to math class. That’s unheard of now. Is it going to replace some jobs? Certainly.

But so did the calculator. AI is another tool; it’s another textbook. I can’t read all those textbooks, but this thing can, so why don’t I leverage it as a tool?”

Corso asked. “The productivity gains that we could get from leveraging this — we will have never seen it in the history of the world so far. That’s what could come from this. We’re going to have the biggest opportunities in history as a result of this. Certainly. We just need to think about how it is a tool and how we can utilize it in a class.”

Aylee Wages, junior graphic design major, has found AI to be helpful.

“I do use AI including ChatGPT. Many of my professors encourage it and it’s highly beneficial in my field of study.

I mainly use it to generate logo names and tagline ideas for my design projects and also as a convenient tool for fixing grammar and spelling mistakes,” Wages said.

Wages, like Corso, said she thinks that users should educate themselves in order to truly maximize AI’s usage.

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I believe that AI undoubtedly will have a significant role in our lives in the coming years.”

Aylee Wages junior graphic design major

“I believe that AI undoubtedly will have a significant role in our lives in the coming years.

It’s important to know the ca-

pabilities of Ai and its impact on society to better understand and prepare ourselves for what the future will look like,” Wages said. “AI, without question, will also impact the workforce and either replace or change a good amount of jobs, but it will bring new opportunities and new jobs.”

Isaiah Osotos, junior film production major, said he remains cautious.

“I don’t use ChatGPT. I don’t learn anything if I use it because my writing skills aren’t up to par, so using the technology doesn’t help me grow as a writer,” Osotos said. “It would act more as a crutch for me.

Versus I use grammarly, which helps with the grammar aspect, but ChatGPT just completely takes over.”

As AI continues to advance, time will tell its impact.

“There is always good and bad,” Corso said. “If AI is properly managed, and certain people don’t go in there and use it for all of these ‘bads,’ the productivity gains are the greatest we’ve seen in history.”

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Mission Inn Foundation and Museum could lose its home inside the historic downtown Riverside hotel

BY ARIANNA BULTSMA

ASST. BUSINESS & TECH EDITOR The Mission Inn Museum, housed at the iconic Mission Inn Hotel and Spa in Downtown Riverside, may lose its space if the hotel and the Mission Inn Foundation cannot come to an agreement on the terms of its lease.

For decades, the museum, operated by the Mission Inn Foundation, has showcased local history within the hotel, which was built in 1902, according to its website.

“The Mission Inn Foundation preserves, interprets, and

promotes the cultural heritage of the Mission Inn, Riverside, and the surrounding southern California communities through its Museum services, educational programs, and outreach activities,” reads the mission statement of the Mission Inn Foundation.

Originally, the Mission Inn was owned and developed by Frank Augustus Miller, who filled it with valuable items from all over the globe. These items included artwork, furniture and religious relics. Most of these items can be seen today in the Mission Inn Museum. The oldest bell in Christendom, dat-

ing back to 1247, is also located at the Mission Inn, according to the history outlined on the hotel’s website.

It has hosted everyone from U.S. presidents to Albert Einstein, and it holds an important place in the city’s development.

“The character of the Mission Inn links to its vital role in racial integration and commerce for decades in downtown Riverside,” said Dr. Tim Gramling, assistant professor of business, dean of the School of Business and vice president of Diversity. “Without this historical link, the Mission Inn could just as easily be a Marriott or

Hilton-branded location.”

Today, the Mission Inn holds events for Riverside residents, such as the Festival of Lights, and offers guided tours.

The Mission Inn Foundation first managed the hotel while it was owned by the City of Riverside Redevelopment Agency, until the hotel and spa became privately owned by Duane and Kelly Roberts in 1993.

However, the Historic Mission Inn Corporation and the City of Riverside served the Mission Inn Foundation and Museum with an eviction notice in October, the result of complications that came down

from the California legislature, according to the LA Times.

With this eviction, the right to host a museum, give tours and care for the collections are at risk. A petition to save the museum was started at missioninnmuseum.org.

“The City recognizes the importance of the Mission Inn, the value of the museum and the many hours that docents have devoted to providing tours of the Inn and supporting the Foundation. The City remains hopeful a solution still can be reached,” according to a statement from the city.

Grace Letherer, junior art

education major, has visited the Mission Inn Museum and found much beauty in it.

“I feel like any time in history when we get rid of something it, unfortunately, results in the loss of a beautiful thing,” Letherer said.

In the same way, it saddens me.”

The Mission Inn Foundation added on its website: “Our offer to resolve our situation through meditation remains open and we welcome the opportunity to find a solution where everyone wins. While we work to resolve our differences, the Foundation will continue to serve our community.”

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PERSPECTIVES November 17, 2023 · Volume 71 · Issue 3

Midnight Madness showcases CBU spirit 2

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4 1. Students cheer for the blue team to score, hoping for a comeback victory despite gold’s lead at Midnight Madness.

2. Claudia Fiel, freshman undeclared major, juggles three basketballs before throwing one to Dominique Daniels Jr., junior communication

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studies major, who would perform a dunk.

their performance.

3. CBU students hold the Lancer banner above their heads as they cheer on the women’s basketball team during warm ups.

5. Jonathan Griman, freshman undeclared major, makes a dunk during the contest at Midnight Madness.

4. The CBU cheer team forms a pyramid during

Photos by Josselyn Guillen, Kia Harlan and Madison Sardana

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November 17, 2023 · Volume 71 · Issue 3

LANCER ON THE STREET What are your plans for winter break?

Grace Sacks Sophomore Marketing major

Karl Myers Sophomore Criminal justice major

Angel Calderon Freshman Pre-nursing student

“My parents and I usually stay at a beach house and then we have our grandparents over.”

“Sleep and play video games.”

“I’m probably going to be working at IHOP and a Mexican restaurant.”

Donna Hernandez Freshman Health science major

Marcus McClatchy Senior Computer science major

“I’ll be working at Chick-fil-A.”

“Spend time with family.”

Winter wins

Summer shines

BY VALERIE LA PONZA

ASST. FAITH AND LIFESTYLE EDITOR

Sunblock, suntans and summer: the perfect threestep cure to chase away the fall, spring and winter blues.

Summer is full of long days, laying out in the sun and completing all the summer fun to-dos you’ve waited your entire year for. But it is not just the freedom from school that makes summer the best season. Summer offers the best selection of activities and the best fresh foods as well. With offerings from watermelon, tomatoes, corn, bell pepper, herbs and all the berries you can think of, summer is the best time to taste all that Mother Nature offers.

Summer has all the sweetness of spring, all the excitement of fall, and the winter fun of get-togethers. With the longest days of the year, there is even more time for exciting things to happen.

For children, summer is the grandest time of their lives. The time that they are free from schoolwork, only told to go home as the streetlights turn on. Long days are spent in the sun playing ball, drawing with chalk and flying kites. Balmy nights are spent beneath a heavy moon, fingers sticky with remnants of devoured s’mores. Some might enjoy a seemingly endless day at the beach, bodyboarding in the water, jumping in the waves and the cold ocean spray cooling off skin.

Even as people grow older and their priorities change, their summers do not have to change completely.

These longer days allow for more fun, and the increased sunlight can boost one’s energy and mood. The increased temperatures make for the best water temperature at the pool and the

beach. They also encourage a more relaxed atmosphere for people to explore, lounge by the pool and otherwise enjoy themselves in a place they would not usually enjoy.

As for the weather, the unyielding sun might seem like a demerit to summer’s spotless reputation, but this is not the case. Just as soon as the sun and heat get to be too much, it’s monsoon season — my favorite. With warm rain against your skin and the thrash of wind against your window, you can curl up in your flip-flops and tank tops and enjoy the benefits of rain in the best season of the year.

Summer encapsulates all the best parts of the other seasons: the joy, the community, the warmth and the vibrancy of life itself. It is a time when families and friends can get together, share stories and experience the grand crescendo of the symphony of the seasons.

With days marked by sunkissed skin and joyful times, who would disagree that summer reigns supreme?

Spring season stays superior

BY CONNOR RYAN MANAGING EDITOR

Imagine this: birds chirp at each other in a steady cadence. A warm breeze ruffles your hair. The sweet scent of newly blossomed flowers tickles your nose. Is this heaven? Almost. It’s spring.

The age-old debate about the best season of the year has created a rift between partners, friends and family. Rest assured, this article will put the debate to rest.

There is nothing quite like breaking through the intense winter weather and thawing out in the mellow temperatures of the spring season.

Unlike other seasons, spring is known for its tolerability.

In summer, temperatures are scorching. Meanwhile, people are shivering in the cold of autumn and winter.

Spring temperatures are not too extreme in any way and are agreeable for almost everyone.

The temperature is not the only reason more people are outside during the spring.

There is also a massive in-

crease in wildlife and plants following the harsh winter conditions. Instead of being plagued by spiders, ticks and mosquitoes (as we are during the summer months), we witness the rabbits and chipmunks waking up from hibernation. Not only that, but butterflies are especially active, adding to the plethora of colors provided by the lush scenery accompanying the season.

Another reason I find everything more beautiful in the spring is because of how long the days are. Unlike in the winter when the sun goes down at 5 p.m., the sun is up all day during spring. In a study from the University of Michigan, researchers found that spending 30 minutes or more outside can lead to better memory and increased positive moods. Thus, the increased sunlight is more likely to improve our mental states, so we are more happy in the spring, too.

Even criminals have a soft spot for the season. According to a study published in “Review of Economics and Statistics,” crime rates drop by 7% throughout a spring day and 27% in the final hour of spring daylight, as opposed to other seasons. Thus, people are even safer as they enjoy spring’s beautiful scenery and weather.

Additionally, spring is the best time to stop and smell the roses. As flowers bloom across the nation, the beautiful atmosphere is enough to drag almost anyone out of their house. These flowers also improve the environment, reducing the amount of carbon dioxide in the air and providing fresh oxygen for people. Not only that, but they are associated with triggering the release of dopamine in our brains,.

And if you are a fan of fresh produce, many fruits and vegetables turn ripe during spring. Many of these produce items are great for spicing up home-cooked meals. If you are a fan of perusing local farmer’s markets, the spring is the prime time to go.

Spring celebrates new beginnings. Spring is so full of life and beauty that all the other seasons pale in comparison. While summer is ruined by its endless sweltering days, the moderate weather of spring makes being outside in nature enjoyable.

While winter has Christmas and snow, spring has colorful plants and flowers that are helpful for the environment.

And while night falls before dinnertime during the fall, the sun lasts all day in spring.

Without a doubt, spring is the best season of the year.

BY ALEXZA BAHNMILLER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

There is no time more magical than wintertime.

It is the time of the year that hope abounds. The introduction to the season is marked by the decoration of lights — around homes, businesses, on streets, and in trees.

Soon, Christmas music begins to be played on radios and in stores. For me, Kelly Clarkson’s 2013 “Wrapped in Red” album, Michael Bublé’s 2011 “Christmas” album, and The Killers’ 2016 “Don’t Waste Your Wishes” albums are top contenders, but there are endless classic Christmas songs that everyone knows by heart. There is something comforting about the familiarity of the season. Being able to walk into a store and hear a song you have known since childhood and see the same Santa taking pictures at the mall is nostalgic. I, for one, can’t take a sip out of a peppermint mocha without being reminded of a previous winter in which a snowstorm struck and I curled up in bed

with a peppermint mocha.

Speaking of staying in bed, there is no better time to do it.

Winter gives you the excuse to stay in bed because it is cold.

Plus, there are so many good winter movies to keep you company. Who doesn’t love being wrapped in piles of blankets while drinking hot chocolate and laughing to “Elf”? Or, of course, it is a perfect time to read. I have a pile of books poised for the occasion.

And the joy only continues when you do have a chance to go outside thanks to winter fashion. You get to not only look cute, but you can be cozy when doing so — it’s a win-win. After all, who doesn’t love a good beanie or a knit scarf? The fashion accommodates everyone, especially for those who do not enjoy the cold, as they can stay warm. Whereas in the summer, no matter if you like the weather, you are forced to endure the heat when you step outside.

Then there is the shopping craze as people prepare for Christmas. As someone who has gift-giving as their love language, this is one of my favorite parts of the season. While some people may dread the business that plagues malls, I enjoy the community. Especially after COVID-19, malls have been looking pretty bleak and empty as many people have turned to online shopping. What once used to be the epicenter for friend get-togethers is no longer. That is, until Nov. 1 hits and seasonal shopping begins.

Suddenly, the mall is busy and noisy again, as people all gather

to search for the perfect gifts.

And let’s not forget about holiday sales, such as the infamous Black Friday. At what other time could you buy a 1,000-inch flat screen for $200? And thanks to the hype around Black Friday shopping, sales begin as early as the end of October, making it an efficient and cost-effective way to find gifts.

Of course, a big factor of the winter season is Christmas and New Year’s. What other season has not one, but two holidays?

While Halloween and Easter are fun, they don’t qualify as must-skip work holidays. However, many attempt to get work off to celebrate Christmas, which is why businesses go as far as to hire specifically seasonal workers. It is a sweet reminder that spending time with loved ones is a sentiment hard to replace.

New Year’s offers the chance for reflection. It is a moment to celebrate another year lived and a year to come. While resolutions have become somewhat of a controversial topic, resolutions showcase the hope that we have for ourselves to continue becoming better. It is humbling and humanizing to share weaknesses we all want to improve on, such as when the gym is packed post-New Year’s because we all want to try to be healthier.

The winter season technically starts Dec. 21, but many people acknowledge the sooner, the better, and put up decorations as soon as Nov. 1 hits. It’s time to admit the other seasons can’t quite compare to winter.

Fall finishes first

BY CHARISSA GRAVES ASST. PHOTO EDITOR

I don’t believe I have ever met a person that hates autumn, and to be quite honest, I kind of hope I never do. To me, a person who hates autumn is a person who hates happiness and a person I want to stay far away from.

In California, the summer heat can be excruciating, with Riverside spending most of the season with high temperatures in the range of 85-95 degrees and beyond. Fall brings a much-needed reprieve from summer’s harsh sun and sweat, as well as the

perfect transition into the holiday season.

It is a time for reunions and new routines. As summer ends and the new school year begins, you return to your home away from home to see friends you haven’t seen in months. And as the leaves begin to die, our college campus is again brimming with life.

Picture this: You’re walking back from your class, but not before stopping by Wanda’s for your first pumpkin spice latte of the season. You make it home, having felt the perfect crunch of those leaves beneath your feet during your walk.

Before you start your homework, you curl up under a blanket, read a good book and listen to the wind blow outside. You are cozy, you are watching “Gilmore Girls,” life is good.

Of course, as perfect as that routine is for an introvert, the social opportunities that fall presents cannot be overlooked. Pumpkin patches and apple orchards open for business, providing the

perfect backdrop for a date or a day trip with friends. Halloween parties give people the excuse to dress up, get together with friends and get away from the stress of midterms for one night.

Then comes Thanksgiving break. Some students go back to their hometown or travel to see the family they may not have seen in months, and others opt to stay on campus with their friends. Either way, there’s a certain sense of togetherness brought about by the whole season.

Autumn is a poem written

by God that tells the world that change can be a beautiful thing. It’s a song made of the wind and the rain, a painting in the sky and the trees. The smell of rain and cinnamon creates a perfume that envelopes everything.

My suggestion to you this fall is to enjoy this time while it lasts. Put on your favorite sweater, flannel or jacket, blast some obscure music through your headphones and go live your indie-movie main-character life.

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