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Volume 69 | Issue 3 | October 22, 2021

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CBU marketing program adapts to industry standards.

Three teams, three victories

BY AIDEN HOBSON SPORTS EDITOR

California Baptist University athletics had a stellar weekend on Sept. 25. As the fall season has continued, CBU sports teams have competed boldly against conference opponents in their last year of the transition towards NCAA Division-I status.

The CBU volleyball team opened conference competition against Chicago State University, starting the first of many matches against Western Athletic Conference foes. They were able to win the match dominantly, winning each of the first three sets to take the match.

“It was a really good win,” said Bran-

den Higa, head coach of the CBU volleyball team. “Chicago State has become a really good team. They have a couple of the best players in the conference right now. To get a win against an opponent like that was huge.”

The CBU women’s soccer team also played their first conference game on Sept. 25. The team played Seattle University in Norco, winning the game 1-0.

The game was dominated by underclassmen, with freshman Lauryn White getting one assist and Madison Sonerholm, sophomore biology major, scoring the game-winning goal.

“It was a very exciting win for us being

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Theater puts on first in-person show since start of pandemic

BY ROWEN ZAMORA ASST. A&E EDITOR

NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

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“Silent Sky,” the theater program’s first in-person production since the pandemic shutdown, is a beautiful epic of scientific and relational discovery. Written in 2015 by Lauren Gunderson, a San Francisco playwright, the story follows Henrietta Leavitt and the women who work at the Harvard Observatory at the turn of the century. As these women chart the known universe of the early 20th century, they deal with harsh realities such as longterm relationships and love.

“The play was written because it brings light to real events that happened,” said Jolene Automo, senior theater major and lead actress. “She was a really smart astronomer, but at the time that she existed, women did not have much power and were being used for their (academic) work. This was understood as truth to the real Henrietta Leavitt.”

This story applies to college students as they struggle to find love and achieve academic success. The characters aptly show the emotional roller coaster that accompanies exploring academia and not having enough time for social lives and sleep but staying focused on undiscovered frontiers.

Despite these harsh realities, Automo cites Henrietta’s line “wonder will get us there,” making the point that an ever-growing curiosity will carry people through the mundanity.

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the stipulation that one is being supported by a community.

Automo mentions community for the reason that if we do not have community, then we lack adequate perspective.

Thus, one should search out diverse perspectives to tackle life’s most difficult themes like love, God and growth.

“Silent Sky” is a love story defined almost entirely through a female perspective, passing the Bechdel test with flying colors. Additionally, the cast delicately pulls the audience’s heartstrings, playing an emotional symphony in the mind of every audience member. “(The play has) a lot of different emotional moments and there are a lot of moments that are spiritual and show different dynamics of relationships with coworkers, family and oneself,” said Faith Elizabeth Ann, senior theater major, assistant director and prop master.

The play assesses the sci-

entific contributions of Henrietta Leavitt. However, the playwright Lauren Gunderson misrepresented the historical figures’ religious views, suggesting agnosticism with atheistic tendencies while, in reality, she was a Puritan woman devoted to her family and the church.

Through an esoteric personal understanding of Gunderson’s work, Elizabeth Ann finds the gospel in a work that is seemingly engineered to separate the worlds of science and religion. She does this through a metaphysical comparison of truth in the play and real life.

She first notes Henrietta’s pursuit of truth by touching on the vast, overwhelming absurdity of the universe.

“It doesn’t matter what you think or what you choose because it is going to be what it is whether you try to minimize it or not,” Elizabeth Ann said.

Elizabeth Ann is tapping into the basis of the scientific method in saying this, dispelling any false notions of relative existence. She then correlates this expansive universe to the reality of God’s existence.

“We believe that (God and) the Bible are true and you can choose not to believe that, but it is still going to be truth, (which is why) we are telling this story to share the gospel,” Elizabeth Ann said.

Automo adds to this thought by exploring its functionality after it is accepted as truth. “If “If we are trying to control

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October 22, 2021 · Volume 69 · Issue 3

Indoor COVID-19 rules updated

BY SELAH KELLEY

ASST. NEWS EDITOR The California Department of Public Health announced Sept. 20 that, beginning immediately, anyone participating in an indoor gathering of 1,000 or more people must provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. This new rule will last until at least Nov. 1 and was re-evaluated on Oct. 15 California Baptist University will now be requiring proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of the event for all events and sports games occurring in the Events Center.

Rochelle Haddad, senior communication sciences and disorders major, said that it is essential for people to take COVID-19 precautions seriously on an individual level. She discussed how the government also needs to vigorously monitor COVID-19 to ensure the safety of everyone.

“On a personal level, people need to wear their masks and stay vigilant about sanitization, gathering in large groups, etc.,” Haddad said. “On a governmental level, we need to closely monitor COVID cases and be very careful for the time being about rolling back restrictions as it will help in the long run.”

Cami Alvarado, junior sociology major, said she believes providing adequate access to testing facilities will be an issue for California residents. She also shared what we can do so these mandates are no longer needed.

“I think the mandate could be effective if COVID testing was more accessible to people as far as an institution like a

school or a concert,” Alvarado said. “If they were to provide COVID testing I think that would be great, but I don’t know if that’s reality. I think people protecting themselves and keeping themselves, their family and the people close to them aware of what is going on with COVID would help in not needing these mandates anymore.”

Amanda Pitchford-Madrid, lead faculty of community and public health at CBU’s College of Nursing, said these updated mandates will be beneficial.

“I’m thinking that the mandates will make people more aware,” PitchfordMadrid said. “It will put people into safer spaces where we can have those courageous conversations with our faculty and with our peers.”

Pitchford-Madrid believes

Riverside approves roadway repaving

BY LAUREN BROOKS NEWS EDITOR

Correction Volume 69, Issue 1 of The Banner stated that the Bachelor of Social work (BSW) program at California Baptist University launched in fall 2020. The program began in fall 2021.

The Riverside city council voted Sept. 7 to approve a $6.3 million project that includes plans to repave seven miles of city streets. The streets include La Sierra Avenue from Cleveland Avenue to Magnolia Avenue; Jurupa Avenue from Palm Avenue to Pachappa Drive; and Olivewood Avenue from Jurupa Avenue to Prospect Avenue.

Four miles of smaller streets and neighborhoods are included in the approval as well.

Dr. Carol Minton-Ryan, professor of sociology, said that these seemingly minor city improvement projects can improve general resident prosperity from a sociological perspective.

“It shows that the city cares for its residents,” Minton-Ryan said. “When roads are cared for (and) streets are cleaned, you feel safe. It can build morale, as opposed to roads with potholes or unclearly marked lanes.”

Minton-Ryan also commented on how the roles of college students have shifted over time, creating a larger need for safer roads.

“This kind of project really deals with our safety,” Minton-Ryan said. “(Students) often are busy. This generation has more roles to play as college students. Early on, college students rarely worked. Now many work part-time or full-time, or care for their family. With these facts, transportation here in the Inland Empire is crucial for safety.”

Stephen Salazar, senior business administration major, shared his personal experiences with driving along Riverside streets as a commuter. He em-

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Many students are excited to be back in the Van Dayne Gym for in-person sports events.

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It shows that the city cares for its residents. When roads are cared for (and) streets are cleaned, you feel safe. It can build morale, as opposed to roads with potholes.

Dr. Carol MintonRyan, Professor of sociology

phasized the importance of safety benefits from the project, as well as street health.

“Being a commuter, I think this change will not only enhance my personal driving experience but also everyone’s,” Salazar said. “The health of our streets is important in making sure our campus and the area around look nice. Unkept streets are one of the No. 1 reasons for tire wear and can often be a cause for accidents, as well.”

The project also encompasses adding and renovating wheelchair ramps on the sidewalks. Christian Edwards, sophomore software engineering major, touched on how these additions will benefit his movement around Riverside as a wheelchair user.

“This would be a great improvement, as there are not a lot of ramps when crossing the streets,” Edwards said. “Being on the side of the road can be dangerous because you never know who’s driving. I think this will really help a lot.”

We need adherence to infection control. That is the most essential thing we can do that we are not doing.

Amanda Pitchfork-Madrid, Lead faculty of community and public health

conversations about the mandates can strengthen faith.

“If anything, it’s an opportunity for us to see what God can be with our environment and our campus and how he can build relationships and help people to direct their fears elsewhere, and lean into God and his

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truth, and who he is. It’s always uncomfortable when we’re changing, but I think that it’s changing Lancers for the better.”

Pitchford-Madrid said that due to a lack of infection control, she believes these mandates are necessary.

“We need adherence to infection control,” PitchfordMadrid said. “That is the most essential thing we can do that we are not doing. That’s the single easiest essential thing that we can do to mitigate this outbreak and pandemic that we’re in. We totally can do it but we’re just not doing it. It’s like we have our heads in the sand, where we feel like if we can’t see anything happening around us, we’re okay.”

Visit riversideca.gov for COVID-19 testing and vaccination locations.

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October 22, 2021 · Volume 69 · Issue 3

New National Monuments

As part of the Biden-Harris administration’s effort to better protect, conserve and restore the lands and waters that sustain the health of communities and power our economy, President Biden has signed three proclamations restoring national monuments effective Oct. 7.

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The new soccer facility is currently in the early stages of construction.

New soccer facility under construction

BY LAUREN BROOKS NEWS EDITOR

California Baptist University is unveiling a new soccer facility in fall 2022 to house the men’s and women’s soccer teams as they move up to NCAA Division-I. Coe Michaelson, head coach for the men’s soccer team, spoke about some of the features the new facility will offer. He emphasized the professionality of elements planned in construction. In addition, a 300-meter track will surround the new facility for CBU’s cross-country teams.

“It already has the new lights, the goals and the bench areas in place, along with a huge quantity of sand that will be used for the topsoil base when the new Bermuda sod is installed, creating a professional-quality playing surface,” Michaelson said.

In addition to this, Michaelson said the new

construction will include an elevated stand and a press box.

Michaelson also pointed out how long this expansion process has been and how supportive CBU has been during the process.

“Since I arrived in January of 2016, the school has been discussing the addition of a true Division-I soccer facility, but I know these conversations were happening long before I arrived,” Michaelson said.

“It finally being on the verge of being completed just as we complete our Division-I transition is something I am extremely grateful for. We know that this commitment from the school is significant, and we expect that it will help us to elevate the program even further.”

Antonio Gomez, sophomore business administration major and men’s soccer team player, explained how the new soccer construction will help him and the teams, and his excitement

for future Lancer-filled crowds.

“One way it will help is to allow us to bring a home Lancer crowd that can cheer us on,” Gomez said. “Features such as being able to play under the lights during a night game will build that type of adrenaline and motivation to pull out a win, day in and day out.”

Nolan Premack, sophomore biomedical sciences major and men’s soccer player, said the new facilities will help the team manage time more efficiently, as the facilities currently used are off-campus and require travel time.

“As student-athletes, our schedules are extremely busy with classes, practices, weight room sessions and meetings,” Premack said. “Driving 30 minutes off campus to practice is something that adds stress to all our lives and cuts away from our academics and training time. Having excellent facilities on campus will help us be more efficient with our time and

allow us to spend more time on the field getting better rather than on a bus.”

Premack also expressed his excitement for CBU’s future in Division-I athletics, as well as what it means for the university.

“CBU getting Division-I athletics means so much to the athletic department,” Premack said. “Having the opportunity to honor Christ through excellence in athletics at the top collegiate level is something that each of us cherishes. CBU gaining Division-I status will allow the athletic program to grow and compete with some of the best schools around the nation while also bringing excitement to the CBU supporters and fans. I am incredibly thankful and optimistic about the new construction and gaining NCAA Division-I status as it will help our program grow.”

The new field establishment will be located behind the

Vaccine cards will be required upon entry to Los Angeles public establishments beginning Nov. 29. Bars, restaurants, gyms, concerts and indoor establishments except supermarkets and pharmacies will require proof of vaccination. Those exempted from vaccination for religious or medical reasons are required to show a negative COVID-19 test within the past 72 hours to enter these establishments. Children younger than 12 years of age are not subject to these new requirements. Events of 10,000 people or more will be required to follow this mandate and masks will be required at all times.

ORANGE COUNTY OIL SPILL Southern California shores have been filled with oil caused by a oil pipeline leakage. Many beach cities were closed for weeks due to the leakage, which was first reported

by Newport Beach and Orange County residents on Oct. 1. The Coast Guard confirmed the leakage of at least 25,000 gallons of oil into the ocean from a pipeline owned by Amplify Energy Coast Guard. Laguna Beach, one of the shores affected by the oil spill, is a sensitive marine habitat, so clean-up efforts have aimed to protect the ecosystems along shores affected by the spill. As the effort advances, beaches such as Huntington and Laguna are beginning to reopen. Officials have responded to the damaged ecosystems and encourage those who come across wildlife affected by the spill to contact 1-877823-6926.

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October 22, 2021 · Volume 69 · Issue 3

NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

CBU celebrates Hispanic heritage

BY SELAH KELLEY

ASST. NEWS EDITOR A Hispanic heritage celebration took place at California Baptist University on Oct. 7. This event was planned in a collaborative effort by Community Life and the Spanish Club to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place every year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.

Cumbia and salsa band Clave Dura performed in Lancer Plaza, where Community Life also offered free food from different Latin American countries for attendees.

The event also included an art show featuring famous Hispanic and Latino artists as well as art

by CBU students.

Yesenia Rocha, senior nursing major and Community Life intern, shared Community Life’s motivation behind the event and discussed the importance of including all Hispanic cultures.

“The motivation was to include all of our Hispanic community, not just the Mexican (community),” Rocha said. “There are so many other countries, so we really wanted to incorporate those countries. We have an art gallery that has student art from different countries and representation of all sorts of different things, and then

same with our food. That was our main goal.”

Jessenya Scherler, sophomore public health major and Community Life intern, agreed that the Hispanic Heritage celebration was for all Hispanic cultures. She also believes that these events can reach those who want to learn more about people from Spanish-speaking countries.

“We really want to make sure that we target in on specific things,” Scherler said. “We want to focus on both the people (who) are a part of this community, but also people who are not but are interested in learning.”

Chris Hofschroer, assistant dean of students for Community Life, also spoke about the importance of inclusion in Community Life events, specifically for those that revolve around culture. He said that Community Life’s mission statement connects to that idea.

“With all of our cultural celebrations, we really want to hear from students who represent who we are celebrating,” Hofschroer said. “Community Life’s mission statement, which drives everything we do, is to enhance the CBU student experience through purposeful co-curricular programs and services. With Hispanic Heritage Fiesta, and all of our cultural celebrations, we strive to highlight the beauty of our culturally diverse student body and encourage others to expand their worldview.”

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With Hispanic Heritage Fiesta, and all of our cultural celebrations, we strive to highlight the beauty of our culturally diverse student body and encourage others to expand their worldview.

Chris Hofschroer, Assistant dean of students for Community Life

Rocha discussed Community Life’s future plans for representation at CBU. She also shared what Community Life could do differently to spread the word about events and representation.

“I think doing more events like this and just making sure that we really publicize it (is important), so then we can get more people to know about the different countries and about different cultures,” Rocha said. “It’s just a great way to reach a large amount of people and let them know that it’s not just Mexican, it’s not just Spanish, it’s really a bunch of different places.”

Future cultural events will include Black History Month, Lunar New Year and Festival of Color.

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LIFESTYLE Banner Busters: Ice baths may be useless

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BY EMILY MCGINN MANAGING EDITOR

Cold showers and ice baths have long been a way for people, especially athletes, to help their bodies recover from workouts.

Cold showers have supposed benefits such as soothing itchy skin, increasing circulation, improving alertness and lessening muscle soreness. Similarly, ice baths remain a common way for athletes to wind down after training, especially for those in endurance sports.

Some California Baptist University athletes use ice baths after training as a method of expediting recovery. Robert Moseley, senior computer science major and captain of the CBU swim and dive team, said he takes 15-minute ice baths after intense training days to help him recover more quickly, which allows him to return to difficult training sooner.

“I take ice baths when I am particularly sore because they

help alleviate some of the pain caused by training and reduce any inflammation that you might have as a result of pushing your body that hard,” Moseley said. “Typically, athletes should expect to be less sore the day after intense training if they took an ice bath.”

The idea of ice baths is to reduce inflammation by slowing circulation, leading to less muscle pain. Alonzo Escobedo, senior public health major and member of the CBU swim team, said he takes ice baths to help prepare him for the next day of training. “(They) help me come back the next morning fresh and ready to take on the rest of the week,” Escobedo said. “Ice baths will increase my performance in the pool by helping soreness and tightness.”

Although ice baths and cold water immersion remain a widely used practice among athletes, recent research has not supported the benefits of

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With the data in our hands, I am not convinced it is really going to do anything for you.”

Dr. Trevor Gillum, Professor of kinesiology and program director of exercise science

ice baths. While some scientists still support the idea that ice baths can help ease inflammation and pain and expedite muscle repair, some studies have displayed that ice baths appear largely ineffective in accomplishing their supposed benefits.

Dr. Trevor Gillum, professor of kinesiology and program director of exercise science, said the current research into cold water immersion points toward

little or no benefit for athletes.

“Like anything in research, there is a lot of different data to point in a lot of different directions,” Gillum said. “None of the directions point to an overwhelmingly encouraging response that they may be beneficial. There are some studies that will show there is a small benefit, but that is about as far as anyone will go.”

Gillum said some studies even venture to suggest ice baths can harm athletic performance. In fact, according to a 2015 study on the National Center for Biotechnology Information website, ice baths might even reduce muscle growth.

Gillum said that, ultimately, the decision of whether or not to use ice baths depends on the type of athlete and the coach.

Although scientific studies indicate that ice baths may be ineffective, many athletes still perceive a clear benefit from integrating them into their routines. Gillum said that,

from this perspective, ice baths might benefit athletes through a placebo effect.

“There was a good study not too long ago that looked at just that,” Gillum said. “Most of the physiology pointed to either no effect or even a harmful effect.

One person looked at the psychological effect, and what they did is they had ice baths in one condition and in the other condition they had warmer water, but they were told a supplement was put in the water to help muscles recover. Really, all it was was mild detergent to make it feel a little different.”

“As the study was described to them, they said (they) think this warm water with the analgesic effect will improve recovery. What they found was if you thought it worked, then it would work. If you thought the ice baths would work, then it worked. Like all things with recovery, like all things in the supplement world, we can’t get away from the placebo effect.

We can’t get away from the power of the mind.”

For non-athletes, Gillum said he has not seen much empirical research into the benefits of cold showers, though some people advocate that they have benefits. He said it is difficult to make a blanket recommendation for all people since people respond to stimuli in different ways.

Regardless of whether or not cold water immersion is effective from a research standpoint, Gillum said those who use cold water immersion should follow the direction of coaches and analyze what works for them based on physiological and psychological benefits.

“With the data in our hands, I am not convinced it is really going to do anything for you,” Gillum said. “I would not recommend it for the average CBU student, and for the athlete, they are going to be primarily dictated by what their coaches say.”

The “Red Queen” Series

by Victoria Aveyard

by Leighann Muñoz | Staff Writer Young adult novels have played a big part in

they live in. The thought of how much this

being adored by the majority and despised by

not everyone will go through actually fighting

affects their world is intriguing. While some

the minority. I enjoy that it is not only about

in a war or being the decision-maker in a war.

While they may have died out at the movies, it people don’t enjoy history, I think we all

the main protagonist and how she navigates

It opens your eyes to what might happen and

did not stop the stronghold it still has in the

understand that not learning about it can

an awful society, but also about perspectives

how much it can take a toll on someone. The

book industry. The “Red Queen” series has

have costly effects, and these books show

from the royals and how all of the politics and

characters are not real, but people do deal

been captivating many young adults since

what happens when we forget.

wars affect them. It is thought-provoking

with PTSD from war and being imprisoned.

hearing from both sides about how they feel.

That’s what makes these characters’ feelings so

can do to a person is portrayed in the series.

The well-rounded perspective makes the story

real.

lives in a world where silver and red blood

What people will do for this kind of power and

feel whole.

separates the classes. Red bloods are “normal”

how much it can change someone’s personali-

people and silvers have outlandish powers.

ty comes into question. Many people choose

series displays how war affects family, love,

because we might never go through some-

These powers make them stronger than red

to throw everything away or turn to some-

friendships and the mind.

thing like that.

bloods and creates a barrier between them.

thing evil to preserve a society that might be

entertainment for a good period of time.

2015.

2. Royalty. The aspect of royalty and what it

The story follows a 17-year-old girl who

Here are three reasons why you should

Understanding what war does to everyone

3. War is another big topic. Specifically, the

The politics of war are brought up. Other

is crucial and something we should read

All the descriptions that these characters

the absolute worst thing for that country. It

issues discussed include the mental issues

provide are crucial to the story and each

grapples with the conflicting ideas of

after a battle, the royal family’s politics and

aspect brings you in and makes you want to

continuing with what is traditional or rebelling

how they partner with different countries to

keep turning the page. It is thought-provoking

far in the future it feels like it has taken a step

against it. It also shows us the perspective of

keep a toxic government in charge and what

and brings about a better understanding of

back into the past. It is set in the far future in a

not wanting to be a part of this lifestyle and

they feel is the best way to rule.

what people go through in times of war. It

place that most likely would never happen,

wanting a life filled with love and happiness

but the segregation between people with red

instead. The books explore the concept of

still do not trust the others and feel like they

also susceptible to evil, and it reminds us that

blood and those with silver makes it feel as

what a toxic ruling family can do and why

could turn on each other at any moment,

history is something we need to continue to

though it has taken a far step back into

their decisions are important to the people in

creating a tense atmosphere. War politics is an

be taught and need to continue passing on to

history, where the reds are essentially used as

the country they rule over.

in-depth topic that is interesting when

others.

check the series out: 1. The books start by describing a place so

their slaves. It shows how easily history can

Through the plot, I could see what royals

Even with their partnerships, though, they

described from the perspective of a character

shows us that royals are human, too, and are

It is so different from any world we could

repeat itself when it is not taught. In the book, may have gone through in history, from being

whose experiences range from fighting to

ever live in and can draw you into a different

the main character talks about how they know hated for the decisions they made because

being imprisoned. This part of the book gives

environment, so pick up a copy of “Red Queen”

nothing about what came before the society

a whole different look at everything because

and the rest of the series.

they thought it was right for their people to

Students share what they look for in a church

BY SOFIA ENEQVIST EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

David de Jesus | Banner

Picking out a version of the Bible is another choice that students may face.

Getting plugged into a local church can be overwhelming in many ways. Especially after watching from a screen for so long, the thought of returning to church in person can feel stressful.

Whether someone is new to the Riverside area, returning after a long hiatus or joining a church for the first time, it is important to remember that there are many people going through similar struggles.

John Montgomery, dean of Spiritual Life, said he and the Spiritual Life staff are here to assist students in finding community with other believers.

“Some of the larger churches, such as Sandals, Harvest, The Grove and Vantage Point have a good representation of CBU students, but we also see students attending many other churches such as Magnolia, Fellowship Baptist, Redeemer, Orangecrest Community and

Antioch,” Montgomery said.

With so many churches in the surrounding area, it can be difficult to know which is the best fit.

Claire Miller, senior psychology major, said the most important thing she looks for in a church is community.

“It’s important to have another place with similar aged people around to support you during hard times,” Miller said.

Magnolia church is located across the street from California Baptist University and hosts college nights on Sundays at 7 p.m. This is just one of many churches in the area that caters to college students.

“Personally, not every church has to (cater toward college students), but if they do that’s definitely a huge plus to their surrounding community because, as college students, we are too old for youth groups and too young sometimes for the main services to feel fully included,” Miller said. “That can make you feel like such an

outsider in a place where you’re supposed to feel comfortable.”

Trying new churches can be a fun experience to search for the right fit.

Every church has a different style and atmosphere, and it is important to find one that makes you feel at home.

Montgomery said that there are no definitive characteristics that make one church better than another, but that each church is unique in its own way.

“There are so many churches, but differences range in styles of preaching from the pulpit and music to how the churches connect people to each other in groups,” Montgomery said. “What I have observed is that the churches that create a way for believers to connect with each other and the life of the church tend to draw more students.”

Miller echoed this thought and said she believes it is the church’s role to meet the needs of its followers.

“College is a time for self-ex-

ploration and finding what you believe in and where you fit in, so finding the right church with the right group is really important and churches might grow their congregations a lot by adapting to the needs of college students specifically,” Miller said.

Alie Minium, junior environmental science major, has been attending Redeemer Baptist Church since January 2021.

Like Miller, Minium said one of the main elements she looks for in a church is a strong sense of community.

“I look for a good balance with people who are in the same walk of life as you like college students and people in a different stage of life,” Minium said.

For students looking to get involved in Spiritual Life on campus, SL Night takes place on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. on the Wallace Theater Lawn.

Also, students can check out the Spiritual Growth Assessment at www.calbaptist.edu/ grow.

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Lifestyle Tries: Creating custom welcome mats

BY SUMMER CLARK

ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR

Making a good first impression is everything, especially when entering a home. A doormat with a funny phrase or a friendly welcome adds a touch of personality to a home. Instead of spending money purchasing a doormat, you can create a one-of-a-kind welcome.

There are nine materials

you will need to make your own doormat: a plain doormat, black acrylic paint, a bristle paintbrush, paper, an X-acto knife, a big board, sealer and sewing pins.

With just a few easy steps, you can make your own personalized doormat and start your friends and family off on the right foot when they come to your home.

Step 1: Start by using Adobe

software or Canva to make sure your artwork is the same size and dimension as your doormat. Then, add your greetings in any style font you would like.

Save your work as a PDF file after you have finished the artwork.

Step 2: Print your artwork.

Any type of printer will work for your stencils, but make sure to adjust your print settings so that you can break up the art-

work into different pieces of paper if the stencils are too big.

Tip: Go to settings, click on the dialog window and click the poster to print. Enter 0.25 in overlap, tile-only large pages, preview to make sure it looks correct, insert paper and then print.

Step 3: After all your stencils are printed, tape all the pieces together so you can cut out the shape of the stencil.

Step 4: Trace out your artwork with an X-acto knife.

Step 5: To make sure your artwork does not move while dabbing the paint, place the sewing pins all around the paper stencil.

Step 6: With your paintbrush, dab paint all over the stencil while holding it in place.

It is important that you use a bristle paintbrush because it will transfer paint onto the

rough texture more successfully. Once you have covered everything and the letters are bold, you can remove the stencil from the doormat.

Step 7: Let the doormat dry, and then you are done.

Now you have created your own custom doormat for all your guests to enjoy. Whenever someone takes the first step into your home, they will see your work.

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October 22, 2021 · Volume 69 · Issue 3

Wrestling with faith: Discipling on the mat Coaches work to impact the lives of the wrestling team

BY ROWEN ZAMORA ASST. A&E EDITOR

Wrestling has some unique spiritual history, having been mentioned in Genesis 32:34 when Jacob wrestles God through the night, which makes it all the more appropriate for a wrestling coach to disciple his players.

Leonard Zalensky, head coach of the California Baptist University wrestling team, notes a similar spiritual motif.

“About 80% of wrestlers who succeed have a spiritual foundation that allows them to keep fighting,” Zalensky said.

He attributes this to an existential moment produced by putting everything one has into the sport.

“In wrestling, you are doing your own thing and are called out to perform,” Zalensky said.

“That could be a rewarding experience or it could be a humiliating experience, which will turn into a soul-searching experience. In those hard times I get to call them aside and have a personal conversation with them.”

Zalensky said that the best way to help guide someone is to try to be a good example. If he does this, it can transfer back to one’s life.

They fight because they have a tenacity that is spiritually prompted. If he notices an

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Dilan Ajtun, junior biochemistry and molecular biology major, pins down his opponent in the match against Vanguard on Feb. 10. athlete who is struggling with various issues without faith, Zalensky said he believes they are more likely to give up.

“Being able to base your life on the foundation of the Bible allows one to get where they want to get in wrestling rather than focusing solely on man’s wisdom,” Zalensky said.

The educational field agrees with these sentiments, promoting acceptance of individuals which leads to trust and a desire to reflect the personal choices of the coach.

“From an educational perspective, kindly correcting people can have a major impact on gaining their trust which helps

to present opportunities to share the gospel,” said Kaylea Snapp, senior elementary education major.

Wrestling athletes have noticed a similar phenomenon and understand how it impacts their lives.

“There are a number of coaches (who) have impacted

my life,” said Antonio Saldate, redshirt wrestler and junior business administration major. “The best lesson I was ever taught was to give it my all.

When you give it your all, putting you heart out there on the mat, there is nothing to regret.”

Saldate’s positive experiences with the impact of coaches

have inspired him to become a coach to middle school and high school boys.

“I plan to coach kids in middle school and high school,” Saldate said. “I’d like to pray at the end of my practices, glorifying God, showing kids how they could praise him on and off the mat.”

Softball hits it out of the park at the Olympics

BY AIDEN HOBSON SPORTS EDITOR

At the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, held in the summer of 2021, softball made a surprising appearance. After being added to the Olympic sports program in 1996, softball was removed from the Olympic sports lineup for the 2012 and 2016 games.

Along with baseball, softball was able to return to the Olympics in 2021.

Softball is one of the top sports in the U.S., and it is a well-known collegiate sport as well. California Baptist University officially sponsors a softball team, along with many of the most distinguished NCAA

Division-I schools in the country. After being featured on the international stage at the Olympics, however, the regard for softball in the world and the U.S. has grown immensely.

“I thought it was amazing,” said Amanda Argomaniz, senior political science major and member of the CBU softball team. “(Softball) has been known prior to this year before the Olympics, but I remember hearing about it and just being so excited.”

Being elevated on the Olympic stage helps bring more awareness to the sport of softball in the U.S. at all levels, especially the collegiate level. In

addition, seeing softball in the Olympics can encourage softball players around the world.

“For me, it felt huge for our sport,” said Priscilla Estrada, freshman undeclared major and member of the CBU softball team. “It felt like we were getting great recognition around the world.”

Despite softball’s inclusion in the Olympic program during the 2020 games, the International Olympic Committee has ultimately decided not to include softball in the 2024 Olympics, which will be held in Paris.

Although it will not be featured at the next Olympics, the 2020 games helped bring more

awareness to the sport.

“Nowadays softball is so much bigger than it used to be, and there’s so much more awareness about it,” Argomaniz said. “Having it in the Olympics is a big deal. Everyone’s been talking about it.”

The U.S. does not have any professional softball teams, so for most American softball players, and especially for elite college softball players, playing at the Olympics gives them an opportunity to represent the U.S. at the highest level.

“For every little girl that plays this game, that’s what they look forward to,” said Mike Smith, head coach of the CBU

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softball team. “Wearing USA across your chest is like playing for the major leagues. It’s not professional softball; it’s playing for your country.”

In the years to come, spectators might be able to see softball

in the Olympics. The CBU softball team is preparing for their spring season, which will kick off in the spring of 2022. CBU softball games will be available for viewing on ESPN+, along with other CBU athletic events.

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“My favorite moment has to be the dinners after we win. I love getting food with the team because we always bond. I love getting food.”

“I’m most proud of just getting here, just being a senior. I’m also proud of my sister, because she’s on the team too.”

“After I graduate I plan to get my master’s in public administration and I hope to work for a local city government.”

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October 22, 2021 · Volume 69 · Issue 3

Streaming services offer free options fans of films and television programs an easy way to discover new content that is available Streaming television shows completely free.”

In honor of Halloween, Tubi and movies are becoming increasingly common activities. also has a special horror and Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime paranormal collection, called video and strong newcomer “Terror on Tubi” with more Disney+ have dominated the than 5,000 titles.

Another free streaming serfield, although some networks have started making their own vice is Peacock, from NBCUnistreaming services to make versal. They have plenty of conrevenue for themselves, such tent from the networks owned as HBO Max and the rebrand- by parent company NBCUniversal, such as NBC, ed Paramount+ USA Network and that was previSyfy. ously CBS All Ac“Yes, Peacock is cess. These comfree!” Peacock said panies charge on their website. $6.99-$9.99 a “No credit card remonth for a subquired. You just scription. need an email adHowever, dress and password some companies to sign up to access have decided to Marlette Fernandez, thousands of hours allow varying levels of access Freshman exercise of great entertainment instantly. to their content science major Once you’re signed for free as long up, you can start as consumers do not mind watching a few adver- watching Peacock right away.

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Although much content is Tubi, a division of FOX Entertainment, which offers its con- free, users can access all of their tent for free as long as its users content, including original do not mind watching some ad- shows, with Peacock Premium for just $4.99 a month or watch vertisements.

“Tubi, a division of FOX En- ad-free with Peacock Premium tertainment, is an ad-supported Plus for $9.99 a month.

Ella Svoboda, freshman civvideo-on-demand service with more than 35,000 movies and il engineering major, said she TV shows, 100+ local and live primarily uses the more wellnews channels and 250+ en- known streaming services such tertainment partners, includ- as Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and ing content from nearly every Amazon Prime Video, but she major Hollywood studio,” Tubi has used Peacock as well. “(I’ve used) Peacock, but said on its website. “Tubi gives

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We shouldn’t be paying so much to watch movies. We should just be able to watch them.

Peacock offers many free shows and movies like “Parks and Recreation” and “Kung Fu Panda.” that’s a new one so I don’t think it’s as widely known,” Svoboda said. “It’s nice that they’re free, especially since (for most) TV you have to pay for everything, like the channels, (but) everything’s better when it’s free.”

Svoboda said her concern is that with free streaming services, users have to watch advertisements and they do not always have content users are

looking for.

“A lot of the free ones are the ones that come with ads or they don’t have everything on them that you want to watch,” Svoboda said. “I tend to go more to Hulu or Disney+ because they have everything (I want) but you have to pay for both of those.”

Marlette Fernandez, freshman exercise science major,

said she had not heard of Tubi before but would love to check it out.

“We shouldn’t be paying so much to watch movies,” Fernandez said. “We should just be able to watch them. But some (streaming services) have certain series on there (where) sometimes you have to pay for the (individual) episodes.”

Besides Tubi and Peacock,

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There are also library-operated streaming services such as Kanopy, where all users need to register is a library card to watch the content on the site for participating libraries, including the Riverside County Library System.

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October 22, 2021 · Volume 69 · Issue 3

iOS 15 Apple’s iOS 15 software update became available to iPhone users on Sept. 20. It included innovative changes to the FaceTime app, adjustments in design for several applications and new ways to filter out unwanted notifications.

The iOS 15 design adjustments are much less far-reaching than the home-screen widgets introduced in iOS 14. However, Apple greatly improved the Weather app, adding more useful, compartmentalized graphics.

I especially like the addition of the map feature in the Weather app that allows the user to quickly navigate from place to place on the map to learn about the temperatures and weather forecasts in different locations. Also, the new design makes it easier to comprehend additional statistics such as the UV index, sunset and sunrise, wind, rainfall, air pressure and humidity.

The Safari homepage has changed for iOS 15, now including features such as a privacy report to make users feel safe online and a section that allows users to easily access webpages shared with them. While I appreciate these new features, I will have to become used to the new location of the search bar, which is now along the bottom of the screen

rather than the top. This feature will be challenging for me to adjust to, especially since I am used to having a search bar at the top on all my other devices, including the iPad and MacBook. Apple also added tab groups to Safari to allow for better organization. As someone who opens many tabs for schoolwork, I will be using this feature to help separate my different activities online. iOS 15 also introduced a more user-friendly Maps app. The page for locations such as restaurants and stores now provides information that is easier to read. The hours of business section is easier to find, and there is a new “good to know” section that features valuable information about a location such as if there is parking and what payment methods are accepted.

The app also features several different types of maps to adapt to different needs, including a map for exploring, a satellite map and a map specialized for driving. It also has an accessible, accurate 3D map. As a result, it will be easier to navigate on foot, and the satellite map will allow users to more easily familiarize themselves with areas they have not been.

by Emily McGinn| Managing Editor The most innovative aspects of this update focused on the FaceTime app. Now it is possible to access a link that will allow non-iPhone users to access the FaceTime call online. This new feature will help with communication with those who do not use Apple devices, a much-needed update after years of struggling with the lack of compatibility between Apple’s products and other devices.

Another new feature I am excited to use is Focus. In addition to the traditional Do Not Disturb function, Apple added a way for users to filter notifications and choose which notifications to allow while silencing others. This feature will make it easy to avoid unnecessary distractions while keeping valuable notifications active.

While I will need to get used to some of the new adjustments, I am looking forward to using the new FaceTime features, Focus and the newly-designed weather and map apps. I hope this update will represent the beginning of Apple becoming more compatible with other phones for communication.

Facebook and Ray-Ban release smart glasses, Ray-Ban Stories

BY ALEXZA BAHNMILLER ASST. B&T EDITOR

The wave of smart technology is here. What began as smartphones has spread to smartwatches, smart speakers, smart home devices and now, as of Sept. 8, we have smartglasses.

Facebook has partnered with Ray-Ban to release smart glasses in a new line called RayBan Stories.

These glasses, which come as sunglasses or reading glasses, have the ability to take pictures, record videos, play music and answer phone calls. However, the user must have a Facebook account that is linked to the glasses and the glasses have to be connected to an Apple or An-

droid device through Bluetooth.

As innovative as this new technology is, many are unsure about whether or not the glasses will be a success. Safety concerns are among the biggest issues critics have with the glasses.

Abigail Kearney, freshman biochemistry major, said she is worried that these devices could make certain illegal activities and invasion of personal privacy easier.

“With the glasses, you could record people or take pictures without their knowledge,” Kearney said. “It’s even more discreet than if you were using a cellphone or camera.”

Despite this concern, Kearney said she thinks people will

try them out.

“I feel like they will be popular because they are the newest thing,” Kearney said. “The concept of all the things we used to do with a cellphone being done with glasses is cool. It’s exciting to people.”

Ofaloto Pinomi, freshman kinesiology major, said she will not be wearing the sunglasses any time soon.

“I just think the idea of the glasses is odd,” Pinomi said. “I don’t want my sunglasses to be complicated in the way that they have to be Bluetooth connected to something and need Wi-Fi. I just want to wear my sunglasses to shield my eyes from the sun. I, and most people, already have a phone to do

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Zeidan said. “No one would be able to recognize the recording capabilities unless examining the glasses closely.”

“These glasses can be utilized to invade the privacy of others because they don’t necessarily notice that you are snapping a photo of them without their consent.”

“Not to forget, there are also questions regarding the data collected through the Facebook app as a privacy concern for the user. Digital data is automatically uploaded to the Facebook database, and this raises a concern about where these digital images can end up on the web.”

The Facebook Ray Ban Stories smartglasses are not the first time advanced glasses have

tried to enter the marketplace.

In 2014, Google created Google Glass, eyeglasses that were marketed as a “hands-free smartphone.”

However, Google Glass was discontinued only a year later after a lack of sales. This marketplace failure could be attributed to many factors, including that many found the aesthetic appeal of the glasses lacking.

It seems that Ray-Ban Stories took this factor into consideration, as the new glasses appear to look like normal Ray Bans, adding to the secret-recording skepticism.

Hopefully, Ray-Ban Stories is not met with a fate similar to Google Glass in 2015.

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Dr. Effat Zeidan, assistant professor of general education, said it could be popular with certain generations for remaining connected to online tasks.

“I see value to this new technology as it appeals to those looking for ways to enhance their effectiveness in their digital tasks, and I can see that it will kick off well for millennials as one of its primary markets,” Zeidan said.

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Marketing is an ever-changing, growth-minded and adaptability-driven field. The effects of the pandemic and the rise in digital media have had a direct effect on the change in marketing as an industry. With more companies focusing their efforts online, there is an increased demand for marketers who can adapt and produce sustainable results.

The California Baptist University marketing program is working to adapt to the ever-changing marketing industry and equip students with the necessary tools to succeed.

Mark Weniger, professor of business and international business program manager, has adopted a new role as the marketing program manager and plans to revamp the program so that it elevates CBU and stays up to date with industry standards.

“I have been eyeing the marketing program for a long time and there are a lot of changes I would fundamentally like to make,” Weniger said. “The main thing in the program is to update it, to make it from a program that has all the fundamentals that another program might have and make it into what’s coming in the future — what the new demands are going to be for marketing professionals.”

Weniger describes the new changes to the marketing program as a three-legged stool.

“One is going to be the fundamentals,” Weniger said. “The next one is going to be looking at metrics and how to interpret marketing metrics, and the oth-

er one is going to be looking at the graphics side and the messaging side of marketing: how to take a concept and make it to reality all with tools that a marketing person should understand.”

The new program changes will also include a design element that brings marketing students in line with current industry trends and demands.

A Social Media and Strategies course is already offered within the program, but the new focus would be to give marketing students the resources to develop skills through graphic design software.

“We are looking at teaching graphic design in three elements: Illustrator, Photoshop and a video editor,” Weniger said. “We are working on whether that will be in-house or through collaboration with other departments. The big thing is to make sure there are classes available in the time frame we have.”

Nathan Underwood, senior marketing major, said that while he is excited for the revamp, as a senior he would have liked to see a larger emphasis on the digital and creative aspects of marketing during his time in the program.

“If you look at marketing job descriptions today, many require some sort of experience or proficiency with social media and/or graphic design,” Underwood said. “It is exciting to know that future marketing graduates from Jabs will be better prepared to step into these roles.”

Weniger is also looking to revamp the way the marketing program structures its concentrations. The goal behind the

changes is to have students focus all projects throughout their classes on a single concentration or subject. This way, when they graduate, they are leaving with a full portfolio focused the field they are entering, whether that be digital marketing, sports marketing, marketing management or another concentration within marketing.

“The problem with concentrations is you only take a few classes in that concentration,” Weniger said. “Instead, I would rather have the student focus their entire marketing program on that area. So how does Principles of Marketing apply to me in this concentration? How does Market Research apply to me in this concentration? Now you are asking that question in every single class. Ultimately you are going to come out with a much more robust understanding of your interest area.”

Digital marketing and consumer expectations of company outreach shifted dramatically during the pandemic. As marketers analyze trends, they must take into account what skills are necessary not only for right now, but also for decades from now. The CBU marketing program is working to create a program that will continue to adapt as trends change.

“The pandemic showed how much marketing is switching to digital methods, and if the marketing program can be on the front end of this move, it will help prepare the students for once they graduate,” said Tyler Doench, senior marketing major.

The changes to CBU’s marketing program are expected to go into full effect within the next year.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT October 22, 2021· Volume 69 · Issue 3

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Juniper Park performs their popular song “Reno” at the concert during TWIRP week at California Baptist University on Sept. 20.

Artist highlight: Juniper Park performs at CBU

BY LAUREN BROOKS NEWS EDITOR

SoCal-based indie band Juniper Park performed for the first event of TWIRP week on Sept. 20, garnering new fans from the California Baptist University student body.

The five-member band consists of Nolan Seeger as lead vocalist, Rylan Scott on bass, Elijah John on guitar, Oscar Flynt on drums and Chandler James on rhythm. Although Seeger, Scott and John grew up together, the band was not born until after they graduated from high school a few years ago. The concept of Juniper Park began in a Starbucks after a Young the Giant concert. John joined

approximately a year later, and the drummer position fluctuated for years before settling on the current drummer, Flynt. James came in after being snagged from another band to join Juniper Park. After this process of collecting members, the current band has only officially been together for about two years.

Despite their short time together, the band agreed that they have grown together musically and emotionally. Scott spoke about a specific moment when the band first wrote their song “Reno.” He said this was when the band found its special sound at his birthday party during the pandemic.

“Everyone was at my house

hanging out for my birthday, and we decided to jam,” Scott said. “Eli started playing some chords, Oscar started playing a beat and we created a phone demo. He sent us a really terrible demo of it, but it just made sense. The actual song came out a year later.”

John echoed this point, agreeing that “Reno” seemed to flow together and connect the band.

“By far, at least in my opinion, it was the easiest song we ever wrote,” John said. “It just felt the most natural coming out.”

As for a career-high, the band unanimously agreed the tour that ended about a month ago was a peak. Tour venues

ran from Utah to the Pacific Northwest area. It represented growth and change, as they performed at many of the show locations in the past.

“Last time, only 20-30 people showed up,” Scott said. “But it was sold-out venues this time, 400-500 cap for each. It was so fun.”

Seeger commented on how the show at CBU, as well as the crowd’s contagious energy, was an example of continued success for the band.

“I loved how interactive the crowd was,” Seeger said. “Going off of that other tour, certain cities were really interactive and other places were hard. But CBU was fantastic. Everyone was into it almost immediately.”

Camryn Alvarado, junior sociology major, attended the concert and said she had a great time. She shared her thoughts on the performance, along with how great it was to be able to attend a live music event after the pandemic.

“I thought the concert was great,” Alvarado said. “It was so fun to enjoy live music with people even if I had never heard the band before.”

As for future plans, Juniper Park is working on a five-song EP as well as a new single. The band is also planning to continue touring.

“Reno,” along with the rest of Juniper Park’s nine songs, is available on all streaming platforms.

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I loved how interactive the crowd was. Going off of that other tour, certain cities were really interactive and other places were hard. But CBU was fantastic.

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By Emily McGinn | Managing Editor Musical artist Jeremy Zucker released his 12-track sophomore album “CRUSHER” on Oct. 1. This album features songs displaying a spectrum of complex emotions ranging from nostalgia to hopelessness to anger. The entirety of the album feels cohesive, remaining true to Zucker’s usual smooth vocals and lyrical depth. Zucker does a wonderful job of integrating slow and upbeat portions of songs, allowing for emotional complexity and storytelling as songs proceed to the end.

The aspect of the album that most stands out is the relatability and emotional depth of each song. The album starts with “i-70,” a reflective track that describes his thoughts as he drives down the highway. The song accurately captures the mind-wandering mood of a long drive. During the song, he delves into the struggle of feeling nothing, saying “I think I’m alive / It’s hard to

define / The way I feel when everything’s fine.” The song revisits ideas introduced in his 2018 track “all the kids are depressed,” during which he wonders “where do we go / When nothing’s wrong?” The opening track of “CRUSHER” draws listeners into a reflective mood to carry them into the rest of the tracks.

The album also features slow, emotional songs such as “Deep end,” which discusses the struggle of wanting to run away from life’s overwhelming responsibilities, and “Cry with you,” which touches on heavy subjects such as supporting those with depression and suicidal thoughts. “Cry with you” displays similarities to some of Zucker’s past songs such as “you were good to me” (2019). These songs not only elicit emotion, but they also provide an aspect of relatability to those who struggle with anxiety and depression or know someone who struggles with such issues.

To provide balance to the album, Zucker includes more upbeat songs such as the nostalgic track “18,” as well as songs such as “Sociopath” and “When I’m around” that express the combined emotions of pain, relief and frustration while navigating broken relationships.

These songs capture the nuances of complex, conflicting emotions to which many listeners can relate.

Zucker finishes the album with the track “No one hates you (like I do),” which taps into a cold, bitter attitude toward a relationship that comes through in his voice and lyrics. The song builds into a louder, electrified chorus, featuring biting lines such as “So no one hates you like I do, so rest assured / I’m never coming back to you.” This track is reminiscent of past tracks such as “not ur friend” (2020), which similarly features sharp words about cutting off a negative relationship.

Overall, Zucker has delivered another deep, thoughtful and versatile album that remains true to his sound and artistic identity while providing listeners with new, distinctive songs. I will be adding quite a few of these tracks to my playlist.

“CRUSHER” Jeremy Zucker

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October 22, 2021 · Volume 69 · Issue 3

Review: “Trick ’r Treat” remains holiday classic

BY JOSIAH MURPHY ASST. A&E EDITOR

Courtesy of the Theater Program

“Silent Sky,” CBU’s first in-person play since the start of the pandemic, will be showing on Oct. 15-16, 21-23.

Silent Sky Continued from Page 1 too much of our life instead of prioritizing our relationship with God (and other humans), then we are going to lose all (meaning that drives our desire to explore the universe),” Automo said.

By this, she means that when pursuing virtually any aspect of life from athletics to academia we must implement God and community as the functional life-giving foundation that we build our lives on.

She draws these ideas from the theatrical and thematic unraveling of despair caused by necessary human connection in “Silent Sky,” which puts the fallen nature of the world in the spotlight for all to see and then shatters that reality in an unexpected logically satisfying way.

The play presents ultimate reconciliation through the motif of scientific advancement, which then becomes a metaphor for a vast unfathomably complex personal God that we can be passionate about.

While it is unrealistic to compare creation to Creator, the two do work in tandem when exploring the natural world.

It thus begs the question of why one would dare consider splitting the two predominant revelatory forces in the modern world when they do not negate each other. So, all should pursue learning with a passion so that they may know God more fully.

Although, as the play expresses, passion is dependent on support from a community.

Automo alluded to this idea as she talked about her love for the church community. This makes sense because a healthy church realizes all thematic ideals showcased in “Silent Sky,” including love, truth, exploration and unity.

If this all seems too serious, then you should consider that this is just an overview of some of the major underlying themes.

“There are a lot of jokes and a lot of silliness in the show that make it very enjoyable to watch, but there are also a lot of really awesome themes that beg further thought,” said Elizabeth Ann. The cast of “Silent Sky” is comprised of five CBU thespians, who have been accented beautifully through an expressively minimalistic set design, allowing for seamless transitions.

“The supporting cast overwhelmingly stole the show with their fantastic performances,”

said Dylan Jacobs, sophomore applied theology major. “Alexis Parsio brought an incredible amount of heartwarming passion, and Joy Bennet seemed to have the audience rolling with laughter after every line.”

The construction of the set, too, served to transport the audience. “(The set) is comprised of simple platforms and the whole back wall of the theater is exposed, (allowing for a high-def projector to display images) and every time we change scenes we change the image on the back of the wall, (taking) the audience’s imagination (to a) completely different place,” said Dan Robinson, technical director for the theater department and adjunct professor.

With the artistic vigor that went into cultivating an evangelistic, minimalistic and philosophically interesting play, there is no reason you should not see it.

“Silent Sky” will be showing in the Wallace Theater on Friday, Oct. 22 at 7:30 p.m. and on Saturday, Oct. 23 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online or in the Wallace theater box office for $15 and $12 for faculty and students.

Do you need to watch a movie to get into the Halloween spirit? Look no further than Michael Doughtery’s 2007 pumpkin-smashing extravaganza, “Trick ’r Treat.”

“Trick ’r Treat” is exuberant in its Halloween setting, and Doughtery’s screenplay is part “Creepshow” (1982) and half “Pulp Fiction” (1994) with a dash of “Halloween III: Season of the Witch” (1982).

Doughtery’s movie knows what it is, and that is a go-forbroke horror movie with lots of surprising heart to the narrative. The heart exists in the movie not in a schmaltzy way, but in how lovingly endearing to the holiday it is. It does not pull any punches and is a better movie for it.

Where most movies cut away from the action to garner suspense, instead Doughtery pushes or cuts in on the action to make the audience squeamish with dread, filling the atmosphere of the screen with the spooky sensation Halloween so rightly deserves.

The movie is anthologized much like its constituent “Creepshow,” but each of the segments bleeds into one another to create a cohesive, time-jumping narrative much like “Pulp Fiction.” At the core of all of the stories is the sack-masked, jumpsuit-clad little boy named Sam who goes around murdering people if they are not in line with the festivities of Halloween, such as forcing an old, reclusive curmudgeon with a dark past (Brian Cox) to finally partake in the giving of treats on the holiday, only for that very act to be his ultimate comeuppance for his nasty past.

The movie takes serious themes, imbues them with moments of levity, and then

doubles down and creates awe-inducing fear in the viewer. It takes actors, like Dylan Baker and Anna Paquin, and takes what audiences will perceive of them and flips the script and to put them into a new context. It takes character archetypes and completely upends the narrative expectation of them. There is no redemption here — just Sam making sure the holiday is respected.

There is a bit of trouble in the narrative when it comes to the “wraparound” story, or victim, who is just a woman who takes down the Halloween decor on her house too early.

At the beginning of the movie, it teases that perhaps the plot is just about someone going around killing on Halloween, much like John Carpenter’s “Halloween” (1978).

By the movie’s end, the audience has discovered that Sam is helping right wrongs throughout the night, bringing justice to all who deserve it, or merely becoming an observer of people getting what they deserve. Here, it upends lil’ Sam’s moral superiority on the holiday when he only murders this woman because she takes decorations down the night of Halloween. While this is a criticism, it could be chalked up to Doughtery just making one big movie that is not afraid to go all the way with its mean spirit.

However, it could be argued that this woman meets her end in such a devastatingly obligatory way that helps cement the idea that evil can happen to anybody at any time, anywhere. It also leans into the concept of the holiday’s ideology of “trick or treat.” It is two choices on a binary spectrum that don’t allow for any middle ground. There are only tricks or treats, no in-betweens. The woman at the beginning and end of the movie is a perfect encapsulation of this concept.

She was just sick of the idea of these decorations being up for

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Doughtery’s movie is not necessarily interested in upending clichés found in autumn-soaked movies that have come before it so much as it is interested in reveling in the spirit of the holiday, rolling around in fallen leaves and unleashing carnage on the unsuspecting but rightly deserving masses. a single day in a month they do not belong in. But not giving the holiday its due deserves a trick, and Sam delivers the trick of a lifetime to her.

Now, just why is this the perfect movie for the Halloween season? It follows closely to the “old rules” of the holiday, as every single person who disrespects the holiday in any little way is severely punished by good ol’ sack-boy Sam. Sam himself is an iconic horror villain in his own right, and at the movie’s climax, his beautifully designed suit is ripped away to reveal a wonderful creature underneath: a pumpkin-skulled monster with a taste for candy and murder.

Doughtery’s movie is not necessarily interested in upending the clichés found in autumn-soaked movies that have come before it so much as it is interested in reveling in the spirit of the holiday, rolling around in fallen leaves and unleashing carnage on the unsuspecting but rightly deserving masses.

So, grab the popcorn – or candy corn — dim the lights and turn on “Trick ’r Treat” for some nasty surprises and plenty of Halloween fun…if you dare.

Netflix plans event for Bridgerton show

BY EMILY MCGINN MANAGING EDITOR

Netflix has partnered with Shondaland and Fever to produce “The Queen’s Ball: A Bridgerton Experience.” This immersive experience, which will have locations in Los Angeles, Chicago, Montréal and Washington D.C., will feature actors and décor based on London in 1813. It will also have a dance show and music from the “Bridgerton” soundtrack.

Available shows will begin in March 2022.

Netflix released “Bridgerton,” a television series following a family in London high society during the Regency era, in December 2020. It has now announced that season two is on the way.

“Shondaland effortlessly transported ‘Bridgerton’ viewers into a reimagined Regency-era London, capturing hearts around the globe as fans connected with every aspect of the series from its delightful characters and the superb actors who brought them to life, to the costume design and art and set direction to the soundtrack,” said Greg Lombardo, head of experiences at Netflix, in a Sept. 9 press release. “We’ve partnered with Fever on ‘The Queen’s Ball: A Bridgerton Experience’ to create a similarly unique fan experience designed to immerse attendees in the lavish world

of ‘Bridgerton’ and bring this world to them wherever they are.”

The experience will also feature interactive rooms, a visit with the Queen and period costumes to bring attendees into the Regency era.

“It would be interesting to see Netflix make an interactive experience, as it is a period show so the costumes would be absolutely wild,” said Arianda Mentar, junior pre-nursing student. “The cast is so diverse, (so) it would feel inclusive for everyone.”

Ashley Solis, junior radiologic science major, said she would enjoy attending the event because it allows attendees to experience a life and time period they would not normally experience.

“I would most definitely attend the event because I have seen in other countries they hold things similar to this, and I think it would be an overall cool experience with being able to dress up and meet more people who have a common interest with me,” Solis said. “It would be fun to live a life I am not used to and pretend to be somebody else for the day.”

Tickets first went on sale on Sept. 16 beginning at $49.

Those interested in ticket availability or in learning more about the experience can visit http://bridgertonexperience.com/.

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown The Addams Family Hocus Pocus The Haunted Mansion Halloweentown Beetlejuice Ghostbusters Casper The Nightmare Before Christmas

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October 22, 2021 · Volume 69 · Issue 3

So far, so good: the NCAA transition A look back at Lancer athletic history through the NCAA era

BY ROWEN ZAMORA ASST. A&E EDITOR

California Baptist University is gearing up to enter Division-1 sports and fans are excited to build community.

“Because CBU is in Division I, we get to watch high quality sports while coming together as a community to support our teams,” said Tracy Johnson, senior kinesiology major.

CBU has achieved many great academic feats since its humble beginnings. They are currently set to be fully initiated into the NCAA Division-I level and the Western Athletic Conference after starting a transition process in 2018-19.

Before joining the NCAA, CBU had been a National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) member since 1969. Now they are making the trek to NCAA Division-I status.

CBU joined the Golden State Athletic Conference (GSAC) in 1987. Within the next 25 years, they earned 28 conference crowns.

It captured 22 NAIA championships and racked up 149 individual national championships in the NAIA over 16 years (1996-2011), winning its first two national titles in 1999.

CBU entered the application process for the NCAA in the summer of 2010.

CBU steadily climbed through the Division-II Learfield Directors’ Cup rankings, an award given based on a school’s overall success across

collegiate athletics, before winning in 2017.

In the Divison-II PacWest era (2013-2018), 70 percent (66 of 94) of CBU’s eligible teams qualified for the NCAA postseason. They ended this era by going public with plans to become a Division-I school in 2017.

CBU exited Division-II and the PacWest in 2017-18 with an impressive display of athletic prowess. It won the Division-II Learfield Directors’ Cup after a runner-up finish in 2017, and it won the PacWest Commissioner’s Cup for the sixth time and fifth year in a row.

In the process of joining Division-I sports, CBU was set to undergo a four-year transition during which it would not be eligible for the NCAA postseason. CBU may not participate in WAC postseason competition in any sport in which the winner is the league’s automatic qualifier for an NCAA Championship (all sports outside of golf, track, cross-country and swimming) This transition period is ending in the 2022-23 year.

CBU has won 81 conference championships in its history..

Additionally, it has won 57 conference titles and 53 conference crowns in the NCAA. With all these incredible feats and a total of 40 national championships in the past, CBU has a strong prospect for future success as it enters its Division-I era.

In terms of emotional connection to CBU as a school, this development carries significant weight.

“It brings a huge sense of pride to be a part of this school and community,” said Mike Contreras, junior applied theology major. “The events are way bigger and more hype because they’re Division-1. There’s legitimate weight to our games.”

WAC headlines

CBU DIVER HONORED

California Baptist University diver Evan Honer has been named the Ticketsmarter Western Athletic Conference Diver of the Week for the week of Oct. 13-18. Honer competed at the Lancer Diving Invitational hosted by CBU. He won the three-meter diving competition and finished second in the one-meter competition. CBU men’s and women’s swim and dive teams will compete against the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and Pomona-Pitzer colleges on Oct. 23.

CBU Lancers gather together to ‘Lance Up’ as they enter NCAA Division I. The transition period will end in the 2022-23 year.

WAC Sweep Continued from Page 1 our first conference home game,” Sonherholm said. “I think a big thing for our team is our bench. We always strive to be the loudest and most supportive teammates for each other no matter what the score looks like.”

Finally, the CBU men’s soccer team won their game

against the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, on Sept. 25.

During the conference opener, the team dominated the UNLV Rebels, with Bryan Iliohan, junior business administration major, scoring all three goals for his career-first hat trick to help lead the Lancers to victory.

“The game against UNLV was a pretty tough away game because we knew that we lost here in overtime last season, but we also knew that if we

worked hard, we could get a great result here,” said Iliohan.

“We started good and we dominated the first half, and I even managed to score the first goal.

As soon as the second half started UNLV showed us that they are still fighting to beat us and they pressed every single ball, and that overwhelmed us, so we didn’t start the second half that well. But we stood our man and didn’t let them score.”

The 2021-22 school year

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marks the final year of CBU’s transition into full Division I status. Starting next year, CBU athletic teams will be eligible to compete in conference postseason championships and to compete for spots in the different NCAA national championships. The CBU women’s soccer, men’s soccer and volleyball teams showed in their conference openers that they will be serious contenders in the WAC and beyond.

VOLLEYBALL WEEKLY HONORS Tarleton University’s Carmen Kinsey and California Baptist University’s Paige Johnstone have been honored as the Western Athletic Conference Offensive and Defensive Volleyball Players of the Week, respectively.

Kinsey helped lead the Tarleton Texans to two wins during the week, including a win over WAC foe Abilene Christian University. Paige Johnstone helped the CBU Lancers win two matches against Seattle University. The Lancers swept both matches 3-0.

WAC FOOTBALL ESTEEMED Two different Western Athletic Conference football teams have received votes in some of the top FCS polls. Sam Houston State University continues to dominate the FCS, and they remain at the top of the Stats Perform Top 25 and the AFCA Coaches’ Top 25. Stephen F. Austin State University has also received votes in both those polls. These nods towards WAC football schools come as the WAC re-introduces football for the first time since 2012.

The WAC has had national champions in the past and hopes to continue to impress in FCS football competition.

Dodgers 2021 Playoffs

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OPINION LANCER ON THE STREET

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October 22, 2021 · Volume 69 · Issue 3

What is your favorite Halloween movie?

Kokayi Lee Johnson Junior International business major

Nash Howe Freshman Marketing major

“Sweeney Todd.”

“Nightmare Before Christmas.”

Genesis Garcia Sophomore Nursing major

“Coraline.”

Gabriela Garcia Sophomore Business administration major

“Halloween.”

Brianna Stahl Junior Social work major

“Nightmare Before Christmas.”

Facebook should not monopolize social media

BY SOFIA ENEQVIST EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

During the Facebook shutdown, the @cbuprssa social media team and I were unable to promote our event for the night of Oct. 4. It opened my eyes to how much we rely on social media as a means for communication and a method to share information, even for something

as small as promoting an event.

The social media manager and I were refreshing our accounts constantly to see if we could finally post.

It felt like a miracle once Facebook was back up and we were able to post again, showing our reliance and excitement around something as simple as posting a photo.

The five hours spent when Facebook went dark on Oct. 4 were a nice break from social media for some. However, for other users, it meant lost revenue and a lack of communication.

The outage also affected Facebook Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp. These apps are more than just social media. They provide access to communication and act as a business platform for more than 2.8 billion users all over

the world.

“Brazil and Mexico have the highest dependency on Facebook in the world with 95% and 98% of social network users respectively having an account – among a highly addicted Latin America where 85% of all internet users have an account and depend on its services, compared with just over 50% of internet users across western Europe,” according to the Guardian.

In just five hours, Facebook lost an estimated $65 million.

This calculation was made by Forbes based on the estimation that Facebook’s advertising revenue is roughly $13 million per hour.

Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, lost an estimated $6 billion in those five hours as stocks plummeted.

The shutdown also affected

Facebook’s internal communications as employees of the media giant were shut out of Facebook just like the rest of us. Facebook has since publicly stated the shutdown was a result of an internal update gone wrong.

Facebook’s efforts to control the social media market are backfiring as consumers face the effects of the Oct. 4 shutdown.

One company having power over multiple essential applications not only means it can help people, but also that it can hurt people by making changes that negatively affect its users. The outage has shown the over-reliance many countries have on Facebook and its applications and has caused many people to demand Facebook break up its social media monopoly.

In August, the Federal Trade

Commission (FTC) filed an antitrust lawsuit against Facebook asking it to sell Instagram and WhatsApp to break up the monopoly it holds on the social media market.

The FTC argues that Facebook’s monopoly in the market has made it difficult for other social media companies to compete.

“For nearly a decade, Facebook has used its dominance and monopoly power to crush smaller rivals and snuff out competition, all at the expense of everyday users,” said New York Attorney General Letitia James at a press conference announcing the action on Dec. 9, 2020. “By using its vast troves of data and money, Facebook has squashed or hindered what the company perceived as potential threats.”

The lawsuit calls on Face-

book to end its allegedly illegal behavior and divide up its major assets, Instagram and WhatsApp. Furthermore, the attorney general requested approval from Facebook for a $10 million acquisition with the goal in mind to restore competition in the social media market.

Along with the FTC lawsuit, Facebook’s users are now seeing the importance of breaking up the monopoly after the looming effects of the shutdown.

Even more so, the shutdown showed how much we rely on social media. While it is a means for communication and a method to share information, it has also become a medium that we have become dependent on for fulfillment. This is not sustainable longterm, especially if Facebook shutdowns occur again.

Phones and social media harm our relationships

BY EMILY MCGINN MANAGING EDITOR

Social media and the internet have become major aspects of both our personal and professional lives. Roughly 31 percent of U.S. adults claim they are almost always online, according to a 2021 survey conducted by the Pew Research Center. This number jumps to 44 percent for those in the 18-49 age demographic.

Spending time online often is inevitable for us as college students. We are expected to submit assignments, conduct research and use learning tools online. Because of the amount of time we spend online, we must learn to set aside time during which we disconnect from social media and the internet.

While social media helps us connect with people, especially those who might be far away from us while we are at college, excessive social media use has been linked to mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, as well as feelings of isolation and inferiority. As social beings, we must remember that we require in-person interactions to remain healthy.

Digital media use can also harm sleep patterns, and it can affect brain stimulation and creativity, according to a study

by Harvard Medical School. To experience healthy brain stimulation and prevent physical health issues associated with screen use, we need to recognize the importance of interacting with reality.

As a college student, it can become difficult to avoid constant internet use for schoolwork. As a result, it is important to set aside time to put devices aside and to spend free time interacting with the people and the world around us. During our free time, we should try to limit social media use and instead focus on other activities that allow us to take a break from screens.

For example, to avoid excessive screen use, my friends and I set our phones aside during shared mealtimes. We completely disconnect during these times, ignoring or silencing notifications and placing phones to the side or middle of the table. This time is valuable because it helps us focus on each other and develop a lively, enjoyable conversation that builds our friendship. It also allows us to listen to each other without distractions, an aspect of interaction that we forget to do too often.

Some other ways to disconnect and take a break from screen time that I use in my own life include reading, finding other fun projects to work on, exercising and spending time with friends. Silencing devices or even leaving them behind when engaging in these activities can enhance the enjoyment of these activities and can make

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Sometimes, though, it does not matter what other people are doing and posting. Let’s make a habit of looking up from our devices and disconnecting from our headphones more often because there are interesting people, events and details going on around us all the time.

you feel free from the burden of usual obligations. Devices can increase anxiety, and by completely eliminating devices for set periods of time, we can become healthier individuals.

Phones are addictive. It is tempting to check every notification and to look at what everyone else is doing by scrolling through social media.

Sometimes, though, it does not matter what other people are doing and posting. Let’s make a habit of looking up from our devices and disconnecting from our headphones more often because there are interesting people, events and details going on around us all the time. If we take the time to look around, we might not miss those gems, and we might feel happier and freer than we ever expected.

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October 22, 2021 · Volume 69 · Issue 3

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