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Baseball team speeds up as season progresses

Local I.E. designer revives hat designs

CBU alumni celebrate anniversary of film debut

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Business meets design as one long-time resident of the region gives nostalgia a new look with his recently launched headwear brand. | Page 11

Alumnus screens original film on campus to share the message of diversity within values of the deaf community. | Page 9

Nonprofit aids local immigrants

International festival illuminates with color

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Ariel Smith* was born in 1995 in Afghanistan. Her mother was a teenager — her father not much older. He was skilled and worked as a photographer, a doctor, an engineer and a journalist. After three years, however, Ariel’s younger brother was born and their family grew. They needed food and her father needed a good job. She said they were starving. One day an American man came to Ariel’s father’s shop and told him that he would help him learn English. Ariel’s father was able to find a good job, and in 2005, applied for a visa. Dec. 17, 2013, was the day Ariel said her life was forever changed.

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A group of California Baptist University students throw colored powder into the air to celebrate the Holi Festival March 22 during the annual Festival of Colors.

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Public Health announces PA master’s degree BY DAVIDA BRENDA ASST. NEWS EDITOR

California Baptist University is consistently growing and expanding the opportunities it provides for students as the Department of Public Health Sciences is currently in the process of adding a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies degree. Dr. Allan Bedashi, director of the Physician Assistant Studies program, chair of the department and professor in

the program, and Grace Utomo, department secretary for physician assistant studies, explained what this new addition will offer for students who may be interested. “This is a graduate program that will prepare students to sit for board exams and practice as licensed physician assistants,” Utomo and Bedashi said in a joint email. “PAs are mid-level practitioners who treat patients under physician supervision. They examine patients, perform physical examinations,

order and interpret diagnostic studies, prescribe medications, administer treatments and assist in the operating room.” They also explained the job opportunities for someone with a PA master’s degree, including being able to specialize in medical fields such as family medicine, pediatrics, orthopedics, emergency medicine, dermatology and women’s health. For prospective students interested in joining the program, Utomo and Bedashi said the application cycle ends March 31.

“We have already started reviewing applications and interviewing students for our first cohort,” they said. “The first cohort of students will begin classes in September 2016.” The program is also already anticipating receiving accreditation from the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for Physician Assistants in March 2016. “The program underwent its accreditation site visit in October 2015 and obtained a perfect score,” Utomo and Bedashi said.

The new program will have approximately 60 members including full-time faculty, adjunct faculty, specialist guest lecturers and clinical preceptors. “The PA profession is in high demand at this time,” Utomo and Bedashi said. “This is due to the increased patient population because of Obama Care, retirement of clinical practitioners and an increase of baby-boomers reaching retirement age.” The benefit of this program

reaches beyond students and CBU, in general, to the Inland Empire. “(It) is identified as a health care provider shortage area, (so) we are helping to close this gap,” they said in the email. The addition will add to an increase in health science and natural sciences enrollment. “The program also offers an opportunity for current students and alumni of CBU to continue their studies here at the graduate level,” Utomo and Bedashi said.

Professor wins prestigious award for business-student research BY KAYLYN KUNTZ ASST. NEWS EDITOR

Dr. Andrew Herrity, professor of business and entrepreneurship at California Baptist University, received the 20152016 Trustees Scholar Award for his progressive research and concerns on the career endeavors of pre- and post-graduation business students and alumni. Dr. Steve Strombeck, professor of marketing and interim dean of the Dr. Robert K. Jabs School of Business, said the Trustees Scholar Award means Herrity is one of CBU’s top emerging scholars. “It was a great testimony to all his hard work and commitment to learning,” Strombeck said. Strombeck said Herrity’s current research project is about better understanding his students and where they are, what they are going through, and how he can help them become better people. “After maybe a year or two

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of this, recently, I became aware that (alumni are) struggling in the workplace,” Herrity said. “To find jobs, to figure out how to make their first job work, to figure out how their faith fits together with their work, even though we teach them all about it here — they’re still struggling with it.” Herrity said this was an accidental research project, so little by little he began treating this as a research project. He begins every encounter with alumni with one main question, which is asking what the biggest struggle is at work. He gives open-ended questions, making the conversation often up to an hour long before he and the student identify what is the most substantial problem. “I’m finding there are five areas of big struggles,” Herrity said. “The first is a struggle to know themselves, what they are good at and what they really value.” Another area of struggle

Herrity has uncovered is with bosses. He said in today’s world, many bosses do not make time to ask what is and is not working in the workplace. “If it’s the boss, I have a set of questions I give them to ask the boss, including things like what exactly the expectations are and then to begin to develop a working relationship,” Herrity said. The next two areas of problems are with peers and with the person’s relationship with God. “Often they work with people who are not Christian, so trying to find common ground to have a relationship and even with fellow Christians at work, is a struggle,” Herrity said. The last theme is the struggle of the concept of business, since he said business is often portrayed as a bad thing in the media and how they need to figure out where they fit in the world. “It’s all about relationships in the end, and there are all different kinds of relationships to

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Dr. Andrew Herrity, professor of business and entrepreneurship at California Baptist University, explains the website builder “Wix” to students. Herrity received the 2015-2016 Trustees Scholar Award for his research. nurture,” Herrity said. Herrity has his main indepth interviews for his research with 15 students and will continue to address problems and give advice on issues with

spiritual peace or the boss. “What I am finding is the solution to the problems is the path to healthy life, a fulfilled Christian life,” Herrity said. He hopes that his research

will potentially lead to something more one day. “My hope is to do a book out of this,” Herrity said. “I know God’s put me on this path, so we will see what happens.”

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NEWS BRIEFS Bombs blast Belgian capital, ISIS claims responsibility Explosions at an airport and subway station in Brussels, Belgium, caused 34 deaths and injured more than 200 March 22. The terrorist group known as ISIS has claimed responsibility for the attack. Officials are still investigating the claim.

Officials have confirmed three bombs entered the airport at around 8 a.m., but one failed to detonate. One of the blasts was from a suicide bomber. An hour after, a bomb exploded at a subway station near the European Union Headquarters.

Christians to honor worldwide International Day for the Unreached The Alliance for the Unreached announced May 15 as the International Day for the Unreached, a oneday event intended to unite Christians together all across the globe in praying for and

reaching out to those still unreached by the gospel. People who are interested in getting involved in mobilization can find an action guide on the website, dayfortheunreached.org.

Apple rolls out smaller iPhone at lower price

Apple announced its newest iPhone model, the iPhone SE, March 21, for its spring 2016 launch. The iPhone SE release followed the announcement March 24.

The new phone is smaller than the iPhone 6S by 4 inches, but CEO Tim Cook said it is just as powerful and technologically advanced. Apple unveiled a new iPad, as well.

Donald Trump and Elizabeth Warren caught in verbal sparring Elizabeth Warren, Democratic senator from Massachusetts, called Donald Trump, Republican presidential candidate, a “loser” in a series of tweets March 21. In the tweets, she refer-

enced his failed businesses and attacks on women as justification. Trump later responded at a press conference in Washington, D.C., by referencing her claims of Native American heritage.

U.S. Supreme Court overrules stun gun conviction in Massachusetts The U.S. Supreme Court overrode a court conviction in Massachusetts March 21 that sentenced a woman for carrying a stun gun in her purse. Jaime Caetano claimed the state’s ban infringed on

her Second Amendment right to carry a weapon, but the state court upheld the conviction, saying those were not the weapons the Founders intended. The Supreme Court disagreed and overruled.

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Howard Dang, junior aviation flight major, prepares a plane for take off. Dang is one of four aviation flight majors at California Baptist University who received conditional job offers from regional air company ExpressJet Airlines upon graduation.

Aviation students land job offers Regional airline partners with CBU BY MADISON DE GENNER STAFF WRITER

Four students from California Baptist University’s aviation flight program received conditional job offers within the last few months from growing airplane company, ExpressJet Airlines. Although CBU’s aviation flight program is only three years old, ExpressJet Airlines took interest from the start, partnering with CBU to introduce itself to prospective

pilots through the “Pathway Program.” Kyle LeVesque, senior aviation flight major, said the Pathway Program is ExpressJet Airlines’ method of giving aviation students at CBU a guaranteed interview opportunity. “You have to fulfill specific requirements through a three-step interview process, maintain your GPA, get all your training done, work as a flight instructor and get the minimum hour requirement to apply for a job in the industry,” he said. All four students passed ExpressJet’s sample test, written knowledge exam, technical interview and human resource interview, leading them to conditional job offers. “They cannot guarantee a job, but if you satisfy all of those requirements, then they give

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California Baptist University’s new Events Center is reportedly on schedule to be completed May 1, 2017, just in time for commencement ceremonies. The project has just finished its underground utilities work and foundations phase, according to Steve Smith, director of facilities and planning services. Over the past several weeks, cement slabs have been poured. As of March 21, construction has moved on to the next phase. “The next phase of the project is the steel erection, scheduled to start the latter part of March,” Smith said. “Cranes and steel fabrication will begin arriving just prior.” The CBU community received the news of the project in late August and construction began soon after in the empty lot adjacent to Lancer Arms and the Recreation Center.

The $73 million project, contracted under Sundt Construction, will be for internal use, not only replacing the Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario as the location for annual graduation ceremonies, but also providing new space for athletic teams such as basketball, wrestling and volleyball. It will also be utilized for chapel and student orientation activities. The Events Center has also been the cause of much of the construction that has happened to campus infrastructure in the past year. Lancer Lane has been remodeled to lead incoming traffic directly to the center, which will not only be the largest indoor gathering space at CBU (153,000 square feet), but also the largest arena in Riverside. “It will be a wonderful addition to the campus and a source of great pride for many of the students currently enrolled at CBU, as well as countless more who will follow for generations

Amanda Snodgrass, junior aviation flight major, said the offers are a measure of the aviation flight program’s success. “It is nice to have that opportunity in my back pocket for when I reach eligibility,” she said. “I feel very proud of my accomplishment and everyone else’s, as well. It shows how good of a program CBU has built.” Howard Dang, junior aviation flight major, said he has been in love with aircrafts since he was a little child. “I’ve always been fascinated by the unique aspects that make airplanes work,” Dang said. “It’s my dream to become a pilot so it’s definitely a great feeling knowing that I have a job waiting for me after graduation. I believe that if we work hard and believe in God, anything is possible.”

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Events Center moves past foundation to steel structure phase BY BEKKA WIEDENMEYER

you a conditional job offer,” LeVesque said, “which is basically saying, ‘Once you meet the hour requirements and do your training, call us up and we’ll set a date for you to come and join the new hire class day.’” The offer is conditional because each student must first complete all of his or her training before the offer can be sanctioned. “Most likely, if you get the offer, you are going to stay committed and dedicated because you want to do well,” LeVesque said. The other students expressed their anticipation and relief over the offers. “I am very excited and relieved to have a job waiting for me after college,” said Hannah Guajardo, junior aviation flight major.

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The foundational structure of the new Events Center is complete and construction continues to take place by the Recreation Center and Lancer Arms. to come,” said Dr. Ronald Ellis, university president, in a press release. Many students said they are looking forward to the increased space for graduation. Victoria Neal, junior early childhood studies major, said she thinks the new center

will turn out nicely. “My sister graduated in Ontario in the Citizens Business Bank Arena and it was kind of crammed,” Neal said. “My siblings want to watch me graduate and my grandparents would (love) to watch me graduate.”

Dr. Ronald Ellis, California Baptist University president, petitioned for the repeal of cuts to the Cal Grant March 7 in a letter sent to the chair of the California Assembly budget subcommittee, and shared with the CBU community in an email. In the letter to Kevin McCarty, chair of the Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 2 on Education Finance, Ellis addressed the need for the restoration of the original Cal Grant levels. Currently, students eligible for the Cal Grant receive $8,800 per year on average. If maximum levels were restored, the Cal Grant would increase to $9,708. “Cal Grants are an opportunity for these students to attend college in California where they will live, learn and contribute to their home state,” he wrote in the let-

ter. “It is imperative that these low-income students have access to a California institution where they are likely to succeed and, most importantly, remain in the state for their higher education.” CBU is home to 1,708 students benefiting from the Cal Grant, Ellis said in the letter. He added if lawmakers repealed previous cuts and reductions to the Cal Grant, the state would save more money by giving more low-income students access to private higher education. The alternative, receiving the Cal Grant at its current levels plus a state subsidy while going to a University of California or California State University, would cost more in the long run. Moses Ventura, junior nursing major, said the Cal Grant has been beneficial in his time at CBU, and said he supports raising it to the maximum level. “It’d make it possible to have to take out less amount of loans and would really help in the long run,” Ventura said.

Global Village bridges gap between domestics, internationals BY JENNIFER SCHMIDT ASST. NEWS EDITOR

The Office of Residence Life’s Global Village is accepting applications from students who are interested in helping international students assimilate to California Baptist University and living in the United States. Global Village is described

as a “living learning community” where domestic and international students live together and help each other grow closer to the lord. Residence Life is looking for students who are not only interested in living with international students but who are also willing to incorporate their

international counterpart into their everyday lives with their friends and family. Kendall McFarland, senior nursing major, lives in the Global Village with another woman from California and two students from China. “I love my neighbors,” McFarland wrote in the Global Vil-

lage Newsletter. “Everyone is always saying “hi” to each other. Also, it is nice to live with international students because they already come expecting to be flexible and know home life will be different.” The International Center and the Office of Residence Life partner together to help ensure

the smoothest transition into school in the United States for the international students. “Some events we have done are a Korean dinner, Chinese dinner and Indian dinner,” said Catherine Rice, graduate assistant in the Office of Residence Life for Global Village. “We also have done more low-key events

such as s’mores nights and henna nights. We partner a lot with the International Center, so many of our residents go to International Center events. The goal is for the domestic students and international students to go to those together.” Applications are due April 1 and are available by email only.

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It was the day she came to the United States. When asked, she used one word to describe that day. “Happy.” Ariel’s story is not uncommon. It is one of millions who seek refuge in the aftermath of global crises that have forced Afghanis and Syrians to find a home away from home. Glocally Connected, a nonprofit organization located in Riverside, is doing its part to aid refugees seeking community and a chance to start new lives in the Inland Empire region. The organization originally started as a summer English day camp run by Dr. Amy Stumpf, professor of society and religion at California Baptist University, but has since expanded to a weekly class where culturally diverse women from Corona, Moreno Valley, Riverside and other places in the Inland Empire can come and learn how to establish roots in their communities. “They’re learning about how to conduct themselves in the community, as well as they want to go to school later,” said Dr. Selin Yildiz Nielsen, co-founder of Glocally Connected. “They want to go to university and they each have their own ideals.” It first began in the summer of 2015, when Stumpf had a break from teaching and was able to get the English camp off the ground. With the help of Karen Shade, professor in the computing, software and data sciences department at CBU, Stumpf’s mother and a couple student volunteers, Stumpf was able to provide a handful of local women, mostly from Afghanistan, with a daily English class that

Grandparents ‘adopted’ through program with Magnolia Grand Facility BY DAVIDA BRENDA ASST. NEWS EDITOR

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Sherry MacKay helps two students identify which grocery stores offer apples, pasta sauce and more in a group project during class. MacKay, along with Dr. Selin Yildiz Nielsen, founded Glocally Connected, a local nonprofit organization that helps refugees in the Inland Empire establish roots in their communities by learning English. ran from May until August at Shade’s husband’s church, Palm Baptist, in Riverside. Even after the camp ended, however, Stumpf said the women still tried to continue learning in their homes.

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We have started in a small way trying to make a difference in these women’s lives. Dr. Selin Yildiz Nielsen, co-founder of Glocally Connected

“But they needed the community aspect of school and the professional preparation,” she said. “There’s something about the experience that enhances their readiness for engagement with American culture.” Stumpf met Nielsen and her co-founder, Sherry MacKay, in December 2015. Both women had experience working with refugees, along with more structure and framework based

on past experiences they had with teaching English as a second language. “We have started in a small way trying to make a difference in these women’s lives,” Nielsen said. Through the classes, which are now every Wednesday and Thursday mornings at Palm Baptist, they teach the women English so they will be able to do things like go to the grocery store and buy food, or even pass driving tests in order to get their licenses. According to Stumpf and Nielsen, however, Glocally Connected is in need of volunteers, mainly with transportation to classes. “We realized that transportation is a problem,” Nielsen said. “(The women) have no way of going anywhere.” Ultimately, she said they would like to expand to their own space and also have volunteers help out with teaching. Stumpf said a large part of what they do is not only providing resources for the women, but also caring and showing

Dr. Art Cleveland retires from VP of advancement after long-time service BY DARLENE MERCADO OPINION EDITOR

After 50 years working in higher education, Dr. Arthur Cleveland, vice president for university advancement and professor of environmental studies, is retiring after 10 years of service at California Baptist University. April 30 will be his last day as a member of higher education. Cleveland said he is excited to hear the playing of “Pomp and Circumstance” for the final time while on stage during this spring’s commencement. “After 50 years of commencements, it seemed like a good time and occasion,” he said. Cleveland has had several duties as vice president for university advancement, such as fundraising and working with university campaigns. In addition, he has worked with alumni, grandparents and donors. He has also secured funding for specialized educational programs and managed gift and donor circulation. One of Cleveland’s most recent achievements was being a part of receiving a naming gift of $10 million to go toward a new engineering building at CBU. Cleveland was a president, dean and professor at six other universities until he and his wife, Vicki, found their way to CBU. However, he said CBU is different than any other campus of which he has been a part. His office has a large window facing Stamps Courtyard and he said he enjoys looking out and seeing students run across the grass and hug one another. “Of all the campuses I’ve been on in my career, this (campus) seems to be the closest knit

Dr. Arthur Cleveland, vice president for university advancement and professor of environmental studies at California Baptist University campus in terms of students and faculty,” Cleveland said. Cleveland said he admires the Christian environment on CBU’s campus. “You don’t find the kind of dedication to Christian faith in many schools that you find here,” he said. “It’s good to hear some of the conversations that

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(He will leave) a legacy of excellence, purpose, love, research, faith and encouragement. Dr. Bonjun Koo, professor of environmental science

are not secular, but spiritual.” Once Cleveland retires, he said he will miss the close friendships he has made on campus with staff, alumni and donors the most. “God has just blessed me too much over the years with family, the chance to teach, be an

administrator and a friend to students,” he said. Cleveland has impacted this campus, as well. “(He will leave) a legacy of excellence, purpose, love, research, faith and encouragement,” said Dr. Bonjun Koo, professor of environmental science. After retiring, Cleveland said he looks forward to doing consulting work for a private firm, publishing scientific articles and working with professional organizations. Most importantly, though, he said he looks forward to traveling the world with his wife and spending time with his seven grandchildren, a great-grandchild and two others on the way. “It’s been good for more than 50 years to be in higher education,” he said. “I love every day of what I’ve done and I know it’s been what God (wanted) me to do. It’s nice to be in a career like that, but now I’m going to change gears.”

genuine love for them and their families. “It’s not just by driving them or volunteering,” Shade said. “It’s about investing in their life, creating friendship with them.” For those interested in volunteering or donating, contact Nielsen or MacKay through www.glocallyconnected.com/ take-action. Contact information is also available through the website. Stumpf encouraged those in the community to join in the effort. “That impulse in your heart to care — nurture it and join in the burden-bearing that God has asked us to do,” Stumpf said. “We know God loves refugees. It’s throughout the Scriptures, not just abstractedly but very concretely. We don’t have to wonder what the Christian response to the refugee crisis should be. God has been very clear. We are to care for them as a native-born person, the Scriptures say.” *Name changed for security purposes.

Students at California Baptist University have teamed up with Magnolia Grand, an independent living facility for seniors, by “adopting” some of the residents as their own “grandparents.” Mary Stenger, the activities director for Magnolia Grand, across the street from CBU, said once a month students meet with a resident. “(Students) bring cookies, cards; some just come and talk and read to them,” Stenger said. “(It’s) just a very nice social environment for them. I have them coming over all the time to play bingo.” Alyssa Ares, junior communication disorders major, said she loves the bond it has created. “The best part about adopting a grandparent is being able to create a relationship and spend quality time with them,” she said. The relationships formed through the program can be impactful for “grandparents” and students alike. Stenger said some of her residents do not have family that visit. “One is totally blind, but a student comes and reads to her constantly,” Stenger said. Ares said she was really close to her grandparents, who passed away a couple of years ago, and spending time with her adopted “grandparent” has been impactful. “(I) absolutely loved the quality time I got to spend with them,” she said. “Being able to have a relationship with my ‘grandparent’ has

been such a blessing. I don’t think he realizes how much of an impact he has had on my life.” Annabelle Lim, freshman marketing major, said it gives her the opportunity to build a relationship with a grandparent figure at the center, as she said she did not have that experience growing up. “I never had a great relationship with my grandparents and knew that God might be able to use me, or one of them, to do something awesome,” she said. “I imagine they might get lonely, so I wanted to help bring a little joy into their lives as much as I could.” Stenger said she is extremely grateful for the partnership with CBU students. “I’ve been here 11 years and we’ve really just utilized them with the grandparent (program) for the past two years,” she said. Stenger also mentioned more students are welcome to join and can get in contact with Lisa Cross in Compassion Ministries at CBU if they would like to sign up for next year. “Many of them have mentioned that their families, children and grandkids all live far away and no longer visit,” Lim said. She also said it helps build up the reputation of the students who participate. “It’s nice for them to be around us younger folk and feel loved on, cared for, included, needed, special and loved,” she said. “It has helped build a good reputation for CBU students and shown the older generation that our generation does care.”

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Alyssa Rodriguez, junior biology major, Rose Huckaby, junior psychology major, Heaven Murguia, sophomore pre-nursing major, and Judy Yeager, junior communication studies major, discuss their next shipment of hats as they bond as a crew.

‘Love Your Melon’ supports kids BY PAULINA PIRVEYSIAN ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR

A group of individuals at California Baptist University have united to help improve lives of children battling cancer by providing hats for many children with the illness. “Love Your Melon” was founded in 2012 by two college students from the University of Saint Thomas in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Since then, colleges around the nation have partnered with the organization in helping children deal with the hardships of cancer, giving them a

reason to always have a smile. Heaven Murguia, sophomore pre-nursing major, is currently the ambassador for the “Love Your Melon” crew at CBU. She said she drew the inspiration to join this movement after her younger sister passed away from cancer two years ago. Murguia said joining the group began the journey of her healing process. “For a year and a half after (my sister) passed away, I bottled everything up and I was just sad about it,” Murguia said. “When I came across ‘Love Your Melon’ I realized I should be doing something more than

being sad because I know she would want me to help others.” With every purchase of a LYM beanie online, another beanie will be donated to a child with cancer, along with 50 percent of the proceeds going to the Pinky Swear Foundation and CureSearch, two organizations dedicated to helping those dealing with cancer. As people credit CBU in the online checkout, it helps the group reach their goal of 500 products sold. When the goal is met, they are then given additional beanies to pass on to children in hospitals.

Study abroad brings opportunity BY JOHN VICTORY

ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR Students at California Baptist University have the opportunity to take their studies overseas and study abroad to receive academic credit. Students can study in countries around the world for up to a year through many study abroad programs. Not only can students earn college credit, but they can also expand their knowledge of learning about other cultures. Michael Osadchuk, coordinator of the Academic Success Center, said he notices many students study abroad to travel and see the world. “Why I think students are drawn to study abroad is because study abroad is not a vacation travel experience. it is a cultural immersion travel experience,” Osadchuk said. Osadchuk said because of the length of time students are able to be immersed in a culture, they not only have the opportunity to live in a different culture, but truly experience and learn from it.

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When signing up, students are able to pick courses that can transfer back to CBU and can fulfill degree requirements. “The courses that they are taking abroad are pre-approved to transfer back to CBU,” Osadchuk said. Although studying abroad is something many deem a worthy experience, it does come at a price. The total cost can cover everything from university expenses to housing. Shelly Schoenstein, junior early childhood studies major, is currently in the study abroad program in Florence, Italy. Schoenstein said she chose to study abroad because at the age of 22 she knew it was the perfect time to travel and see the world. “Opportunities like this don’t always come around and I knew I would regret it if I didn’t do it,” Schoenstein said in an email. Schoenstein said one reason she chose Italy as her study program location was the food. “If you want food that is fresh and something you’ve

never tasted before, then Italy is your place,” Schoenstein said. Aside from the food, Schoesntein said she greatly enjoys the culture Italy has to offer. Kelly Airola, sophomore business major, has applied to study in Prague, Czech Republic, and is already looking forward to what the program and the country have to offer. “I wanted to study abroad growing up because I know I am never going to get an experience like that again,” Airola said. Airola said she chose Prague because she was drawn to how different it was from other cities. She said she is mostly looking forward to establishing friendships with others around America and the rest of the world while studying abroad. Anyone who is interested in the study abroad program at CBU can attend a study abroad session or contact Michael Osadchuk or Dr. Jeff Barnes in the Academic Success Center.

“I think it’s cool because I know there have been organizations where the money doesn’t really get (to people), but the fact that we’re able to actually visit kids shows it’s helping them,” Murguia said. Students can also follow @CBULYMCREW on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. The LYM group on campus includes 20 members. Those who wish to be members can join a waiting list by contacting Murguia at heaven.murguia@ gmail.com and can have the opportunity to join next year with the departure of many

graduating seniors. The CBU LYM crew has also started a team for the Ronald McDonald House Walk For Kids Event to which people can send donations. The public can also register online with “CBU Love Your Melon Crew” to participate in the walk April 3 at the Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, California. Judy Yeager, junior communication studies major and public relations manager for LYM at CBU, said she believed in the cause of fighting against cancer, which was a rewarding experience for her.

“I decided to join ‘Love Your Melon’ because their mission is one I felt called to be a part of when I heard what they do,” Yeager said. “Even though each person plays a small part, as a whole, the crews have a major hand in the fight against childhood cancer.” Murguia said she hopes the movement will inspire others to care for children. “I feel I’ve gotten my strength back and I’m able to be around people with cancer,” Murguia said. “It doesn’t only help the kids we’re helping, it helps ourselves because we realize how blessed we are.”

Thrifty shoppers embrace trend to recycle clothing BY JOHN VICTORY

ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR Thrifting, a growing and popular trend among the students at California Baptist University, can be a way to buy old and vintage clothes and accessories while saving money and recycling in the process. Stores such as Savers, which is a popular thrifting location in Riveside, attract students with their low costs and variety of clothing. “When I go thrifting, I look for cheap stuff, because that is what thrifting is for,” said Morgan Breiphol, sophmore liberal studies major. “I bought a shirt for $14 that was originally priced for $40.” When thrift shopping. some students try to find the most recent styles and main brands at a low cost. “I look for whatever is in style, but mainly I look for name-brand stuff,” Breipohl said. Breipohl said she doesn’t

thrift shop that often, but when she does she tries to not only find outfits that are in style but clothing that fits her particular style, which is something she said may not always find at a department store. Paul Reyes, sophomore architecture major, spends time thrifting and said he enjoys finding items that have history behind them. “I thrift shop and it’s just to find vintage things and things the people wore in the ‘90s,” Reyes said. Reyes said the most exciting part of thrifting is the anticipation of what can be found in a thrift store compared to what might be found at the mall or anywhere else. Reyes began his thrifting experience by purchasing hats. Reyes said although he does not have a favorite item he has purchased, he still values the pieces that he has found. Nick Worrell, junior Christian studies major, said he finds thrifting exciting and con-

siders it a hobby of his. “I have bought numerous shirts, backpacks, snowsuits, hats and many other things from going thrifting,” Worrell said. Worrell said many of his purchases have a certain value, but a shirt he bought for $3 at a thrift store is his most valued possession. “There is just something about the smelly Hawaiian shirt I purchased,” Worrell said. Alhough the shirt is the most valuable to him, he said a dark blue jacket he bought while on a summer camping trip in Colorado is currently his favorite piece. Worrell said the jacket features sleeves that zip off and a packable hood. “(There is) a lavender air freshener embedded into the jacket, numerous pockets, leather near the back shoulders and a lucky handkerchief that I keep in there from the last guy who had it last,” Worrell said.

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Kevin Chen, freshman aviation flight major, pulls the airplane off the flight line. He recently particpated in the tradition of tail-cutting along with the aviation program’s own tradition of “baptizing” students in the frigid waters of the fountain outside the entrance to the aviation building.

Solo flights lift off traditions BY JASMINE EMEISH STAFF WRITER

The first solo flight is a milestone for every California Baptist University aviation student, and that milestone is commemorated with the renowned tail-cutting ceremony and CBU’s own tradition of pilot “baptism.” Tail-cutting is an important rite of passage in aviation history, which continues to be passed on today. Flying an airplane takes countless hours of practice, and reaching the level of solo flight is a substantial achievement for new pilots. Mary McGreevy, CBU flight instructor, explained tail-cutting comes from a tradition started a long time ago. “It all goes back to when airplanes had tandem seating,” McGreevy said. “The student would sit in the front and the instructor in the back. When the instructor needed to get the

student’s attention, he would tug on the tail of the student’s shirt.” The cutting of the tail marks the day students are ready to fly on their own, no longer needing instruction. In addition to tail-cutting, the program has an unconventional tradition for new pilots. Upon completion of their solo flight, students are tossed in the fountain at CBU’s Flight Operations Center at the Riverside Municipal Airport. “It just kind of happened one day,” McGreevy said. “One of the students had soloed, and they decided to throw them in the fountain and from there it just took off. No pun intended.” The fountain-tossing is not merely a fun initiation process but holds religious symbolism as well. “We are ‘baptizing’ the student in a way, which is symbolic and of course directly correlates to being Christian, so it’s kind of

our own version of baptizing,” McGreevy said. Austin Apple, freshman aviation flight major, and Kevin Chen, freshman aviation flight major, recently reached this milestone. “It signifies a big moment in your aviation career that you finally get to (go) solo,” Apple said. “Going up for the first time by yourself, you’re feeling a lot of different things. You’re feeling a little nervous because you don’t have your flight instructor sitting next to you. The plane feels a little empty, but you’re also feeling a sense of fun and excitement because you’re the pilot in command and you’re flying the plane by yourself.” After the first solo flight, Chen said new pilots proceed back to the flight operations center to take part in the highly anticipated tradition of tail-cutting. “This is a big symbolic part of what it means to be a pilot,”

Chen said. “It’s not just, ‘Hey, I know how to fly,’ but I’m also learning the history of flying and knowing that every pilot has gone through this too. That’s really symbolic.” It is fitting that the first solo flight is commemorated with such a historic tradition after so many hours have been dedicated to the training. While flying planes may be fun and exciting, it can also be risky and learning to take flight can be hard work. “You just have to weigh the balance and ask, ‘Is it really worth it for them to fly?’ I think for all of us, we love flying, we love planes and that’s what we want to do,” Chen said. For students such as Chen and Apple, participating in this small part of aviation history is testament to their passion for flying. “We love it. That’s why we do it,” Chen said.

Annual walk raises money for animals

Societal pressures affect body image BY PAULINA PIRVEYSIAN ASST. LIFESTYLE EDITOR

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event,“ said Guy Deckert, facility supervisor. “It’s been one of the best turnouts that I have Wagging tails and slobbery seen. I think it’s great for the faces were abundant at the community and we like to pro24th Annual Walk With the An- mote more adoptions through imals where fur and feathers the shelter than backyard flew about Fairmount Park in breeders.” Riverside, California, to raise Each participant received a money for the Mary S. Roberts commemorative shirt and dogs Pet Adoption Center, a no-kill that had been adopted through shelter that serves the River- the shelter wore an alumni side area. strap over their leash, leaving The March 19 walk includ- dots of orange traveling around ed a pancake the park inbreakfast, dicating the a 1.3 mile I think it’s great for success the trot around the community and we center has Lake Evans at rescuing like to promote more and adopting and several K-9 demonadoptions through the out pets. strations. “ ( M y shelter than backyard With multidog) Jake, breeders. we adopted ple sponsors and a bevy of Guy Deckert, through the vendors, paradopfacility supervisor pet ticipants had tion center access to evand that was erything from glittery harness- one of the things that drew es and animal-inspired jewelry, me here,” said Sandy Cazares, to the ability to adopt dogs and account technician. “They’ve cats onsite. After all was tallied done a great job every year and up, the event raised more than every year it gets a little bit bet$53,000 to benefit the center. They raise a lot of money ter and the orphaned animals and a lot of the vendors usually within it. donate back to the shelter too.” Many individual fundA dog was not required for raisers brought in more than participation as a white minia$500 each, with up to almost ture horse made its way into the $3,000 being raised from just crowd of canines and an Ocicat one registered person. The top cat sat comfortably in a strollteams were Paws for a Cause er while her owner pushed her that raised $1,175, Mutts and around to visit stands. Farm Wiggles Butts raised $835 and groups brought their chickens Sunny with a Chance of Pibbles and goats and KOLA, classic brought in $580. hits radio station, set up a booth “(The proceeds) go to oper- to hand out prizes. ations for the facility and other Several California Baptist operations that help run this University alumni were spotA&E EDITOR

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Yesenia Montez, 34-year-old bartender, walks her dog at Fairmount Park as she participates in the annual Mary S. Roberts Walk With Animals. ted busily running around as volunteers donning highlighter t-shirts and local photographer Chase Leland, of Chase Photography, showed up to volunteer his time in photographing and promoting the event. “This is my fourth year shooting and I usually make an online gallery that the foundation shares with everyone,” Leland said. “Four of my pets were rescues so it’s just a big part of me and I love seeing other people happy with their pets and doing what they can to help out.” Demonstrations were per-

formed to show people how to give their pets proper exercise and they ended with officers from the Riverside Police Department displaying the incredible power and training their police dogs had. From Chihuahuas in tutus to Italian Greyhounds in bunny-eared headbands, the Walk With the Animals promoted respect and love for pets of all kinds and encouraged people to adopt a cat or dog from their nearest shelter, providing a forever home to a furry friend and receiving endless love in return.

Society has the power to influence opinions on body image, and the way people perceive themselves can result in false implications unless their identities are found in something much greater. Because of the standard the world has set, it may be easy to give in to a societal definition of what it means for both men and women to be considered beautiful. People and media images seen today can influence students into the belief that being beautiful is simply defined by outward appearance. Dr. Satara Armstrong, director of the social work program and professor of social work at California Baptist University, said additional pressures regarding body image and overall health come with being a college student. “Both college-age men and women feel like they have to conform to the standard of beauty that is really external and has nothing to do with their faith, intellect or their spirit,” Armstrong said. The superficial standards and subliminal messages projected through media can play a critical role in shaping peoples’ lives, causing them to potentially follow one idealized path to beauty. Those who find their identity purely in the opinions of others may experience emotional, physical and spiritual damage. Mental health issues such as depression, anxiety and eating disorders often arise in an attempt

to live up to those expectations. “If there’s any way we could resocialize people to think of beauty as inner-beauty, that’s where I think we would see some significant change,” Armstrong said. “We can show people what beauty really is through trying to be like Christ.” Karina Ruelas, junior sociology major, said it is easy to get caught up with worldly standards because it seems everyone is following the newest and most popular trends, particularly because of the rise of social media. “Everyone wants to fit in, which means conforming to the patterns of the world,” Ruelas said. “Social media also plays a key role in this matter. People used to only deal with society and its standards at school or at work. However, now they are still being exposed to it at home through use of technology and social media.” Armstrong also said in finding the balance of being healthy and succumbing to society’s view of beauty, people need to view themselves in a holistic way, making sure they are taking care of their mind, body and spirit. One way Armstrong said this could be achieved is by finding a support group or mentor to help in all three areas. Armstrong said when a person’s identity is in Christ, she finds beauty as defined by God. “When you have a strong faith or even a budding faith, everything kind of falls into perspective,” Armstrong said. “Your ideas of love change, your ideas of beauty change, your self-confidence changes — everything changes with Jesus.”

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March 29. 2016 · Volume 63 · Issue 11

Celebrities use status to promote societal justice BY LAUREN SHELBURNE ASST. A&E EDITOR

During an election year, a time where many are talking about social justice issues, celebrities are using their social status to bring awareness to topics about which they are passionate. Pop singer Lady Gaga was nominated for an Oscar this year for her song “Till it Happens to You,” which brought awareness to sexual abuse survivors. The song was featured in Kirby Dick’s documentary film “The Hunting Ground” about sexual assault on college campuses. Celebrities’ status allows them to reach a wider audience when discussing topics such as these social issues. Gaga’s music video for the song premiered Sept. 17, 2015, on Youtube and now has 29 million views. A portion of the proceeds made from the song will be donated to organizations helping survivors of sexual assault, according to the video’s description. Gaga performed the song at The 88th Academy Awards ceremony in February while accompanied on stage by 52 male and female sexual assault survivors. Vice President Joe Biden, who was promoting his “It’s On Us” campaign against campus rape, introduced Gaga and asked Americans to take a pledge to intervene when consent has not or cannot be given. “Let’s change the culture,” Biden said in his introduction.

“We must change the culture so that no abused woman or man like the survivors you will see tonight ever feel they have to ask themselves, ‘What did I do?’ They did nothing wrong.” Some students are concerned that celebrities’ influential power could be dangerous. “I don’t think it is right,” said Diara Aguilar, freshman Spanish major. “A lot of their fans base their opinions on what (celebrities) say and they don’t formulate their own responses.” Gaga is following in the footsteps of other celebrity activists, such as actress Angelina Jolie, who has worked in more than 20 countries to help survivors of conflict and natural disasters and formed the Jolie-Pitt Foundation, which works to eradicate extreme rural poverty. Talk show host Oprah Winfrey has worked to further education in Africa with the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa. “It is OK if celebrities use their status to grow and raise awareness for specific issues,” said Sarah Hom, freshman undeclared major. “I don’t think political issues should be advertised through that as much as social issues. Social issues are more of a concern than politics because they can be life threatening where politics are not life or death.”

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McKay Vandenberg, junior English and journalism & new media double major, and Jake Aldaco, freshman architecture major, DJ their set at Sandals Church. The duo finally started releasing their own original mixes online for listeners to have full access to the music.

DJ duo collaborate for new music BY DIANA LOPEZ STAFF WRITER

McKay Vandenberg, junior English and journalism & new media double major, and Jake Aldaco, freshman architecture major, have created Xanvas, a disc-jockey duo who focuses not only on mixing some of the most chart-topping songs, but also producing their own tracks. The duo met through a mutual friend while attending an electronic dance music concert and throughout the show had conversations about their future goals with music. Xanvas’ platform for their music production and mixes range from hip-hop and rap to electric, house and trap music. Aldaco said their energy

and passion is defined through creating a realm of positivity through their music. Vandenberg said they are a canvas for God, to glorify him through the universal language of music. “We came from different backgrounds, but we both unite when it comes to music,” Vandenberg said. Both Riverside natives, Vandenberg and Aldaco spoke about their individual start of mixing songs. For Vandenberg, he said his interest began in high school during his senior year, as he has always been drawn into the EDM scene. Aldaco said his inspiration came from his father who was a working DJ himself. “I started DJing when I was 14,” Aldaco said. “My dad used to be a DJ back in high school.

I went to a gig with him and watched how the crowd reacted and I (thought), ‘Yeah, I have got to do that.’” Both agree that God is the center point when producing and mixing music and just like the turntables, life takes different turns. They said every day and moment within life has a unique song, a certain playlist or soundtrack. Aldaco said there are different sound effects, echoes, and faders that filter through the music when it comes to making original songs and they try adding a catchier and upbeat new feel to an already favorite song. Xanvas’ first mix, rightfully titled “The Beginning,” was posted to their Soundcloud

page in the middle of February, finally allowing listeners to have access to full songs. The duo has been posting teasers to their social media pages to help promote upcoming new mixes. Vandenberg said they have had some small events at his home church in Riverside, Sandals, and are continuing to spread the word through social media and by word of mouth. Meeting and collaborating with the right people will come as they search to find support, and as the summer approaches they said they hope to kick off some events locally and wherever the dance floor may be. Xanvas can be found at @xanvas_music on Twitter and Instagram for updates and upcoming shows.

Wallace Theatre shows ‘Pirated!’ BY ALLANA HAYNES STAFF WRITER

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Light on their feet, a flittering ensemble pranced around the Wallace Theatre in preparation for their upcoming spring production, “Pirated,” a musical based on Arthur Sullivan’s, “Pirates of Penzance,” premiering April 8. The rehearsals opened with an invigorating group dance to initiate unity and lift spirits, later leading into the running of multiple scenes from the second act. The troupe ran through songs and dances, staging and blocking, working to nail down the heart of each scene. Bailey Figurate, freshman theatre major, who plays the role of Peter, said “Pirated” is a spoof of “Pirates of Penzance,” a production similar to the style of “Singin’ in the Rain.” He said to prepare for this play, rehearsals require preparation in multiple areas. “We go over a number of things over and over and really drill it in to make sure that everything is down and that everything is memorized and ready,” Figurate said. “It’s a really fun process all around.” Figurate said the preparation for a role in ‘Pirated’ has challenged him to work in ways outside of what he has done previously. “I don’t have to say any lines because I’m lip-syncing the whole time,” Figurate said. “I get to emphasize how my body is moving and give it 100 percent on physicality and make everything over the top. “ The play relies on both visual and vocal actors. Visual actors perform the movements of a character, while the vocal

actor provides the dialogue. Jacob Gomez, sophomore English and theater double major, and Mario Adurias, sophomore theater and film studies double major, both play the character of Samuel, however portray different aspects of the character. “We started out with heavy vocal rehearsals, learning all of the music, and in the past couple of weeks, we’ve been putting it all on the stage while our set is being built,” Gomez said. “(Next), we’ll be able to work on matching up the voice with the mouthing of the words with the staging of the piece on the main stage.” Adurias encouraged the public to see this adaption. “(Audiences) can expect a lot of really great music, particularly in the first act and in the second act, we’re taking that really great music and kind of making it our own,” he said. “If you like good music and if you really like to laugh, then you’ll like ‘Pirated.’”

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March 29. 2016 · Volume 63 · Issue 11

Film promotes respect for deaf community BY CHLOÉ TOKAR A&E EDITOR

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Cast and crew of ‘Found on South Street’ answer questions onstage after their anniversary screening in Wallace Theatre. Dr. Daniel Blair, assistant professor of American Sign Language, recalls the process in making the film.

The audience of the Wallace Theatre on March 7 was composed of those chattering quietly and others who were using their hands to speak as all awaited the anniversary screening of “Found on South Street,” a film by Jonathan Blair, California Baptist University alumnus, that aims to teach people the value of respect within the deaf community. Since its premiere March 8, 2015, the movie has won multiple awards, taking home more than 15 from the 2015 Global Independent Film Awards and has received great acclaim for its accessibility for both hearing and deaf individuals. “I have always subliminally veered toward visual arts that my mom could participate in and that she could be a part of,” Jonathan Blair said. “As a child of a deaf adult, I’ve always been visually oriented in communication. Things that affected me early were always unspoken, they were always images.” After the screening of the film, the audience waved their hands in excitement while the cast and crew took the stage for

a Q&A session. They discussed plans for a sequel, told stories of deaf people coming to Christ and how William “Rusty” Bailey, mayor of Riverside, happened to meet the crew while location-scouting and played a key in the film coming together. “I was truly blown away with the professionalism of the film, especially for first-time artists,” Bailey said. “It was providential that I happened to be there that day, meet them and hear their plans and to be involved in whatever way I was. That’s a call as a Christian, to do what we can with our blessings, so this was just kind of an exciting, serendipitous God thing and I am kind of speechless in terms of describing it.” The plot revolves around a deaf man, played by Austin Cary, CBU alumnus, as he invents a controversial device to help restore hearing before losing himself to his vices. The movie has a powerful spiritual message and uses the ongoing divisiveness within the deaf community over cochlear implants as a means to convey the beauty of acceptance. “There’s so many facets to the deaf community itself,” Jonathan Blair said. “They all

‘Star Wars’ including possible LGBT character BY LAUREN SHELBURNE ASST. A&E EDITOR

J.J. Abrams, director of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” made the comment that there is a possibility of an LGBT character in future episodes of the franchise. This would be a first for the “Star Wars” series. Differing opinions emerged from fans after the announcement was made at the U.S.-Ireland Alliance’s annual Oscar Wilde Awards, held at the headquarters of Abram’s production

company, Bad Robot, where he was also hosting. “To me, the fun of ‘Star Wars’ is the glory of possibility,” Abrams said at the awards. “So it seems insanely narrow-minded and counterintuitive to say that there wouldn’t be a homosexual character in that world.” Abrams expressed his desire for diversity in film with the recent #OscarsSoWhite controversy. He said he wants inclusivity, which does not exclude LGBT characters. Dr. Jim Buchholz, professor

of mathematics and physics and board member of the Riverside International Film Festival, said since “Star Wars” is a large studio production versus an independent film, they are expected to create what will produce the most revenue and draw the largest audience. This move may be promoting diversity and inclusion or it may just be a move to gain more viewers. “If you are trying to just meet a certain audience, it may work, but are you producing a better movie?” Buchholz said.

Zach Long, junior graphic design major, expressed his concern for how the new change will be received by fans who grew up when the original trilogy was released. “The move would seem like more of a distraction from the ‘Star Wars’ feel, making the movies about political statements instead of their traditional intention: sharing great stories about the struggle between good and evil in far away worlds,” Long said. The lead actors of “Star

Wars: The Force Awakens” featured the first female jedi, a black stormtrooper and a Hispanic pilot, giving this generation of fans a more diverse group of strong role models that resemble them. “It seems like now, the gay community is really prevalent, opposed to in the ’70s when the original trilogy came out,” said John Schriver, freshman history major. “It would be good for there to be a role model of their sexual identity.”

Temecula Fair brings music, excitement BY MICHAEL NACCARATO STAFF WRITER

The Temecula Valley Fair, which ran March 18-21 at Galway Downs, had many rides, games and attractions suitable for college students as well as families with young children. Fair attractions such as the petting zoo, pony rides and carnival games were available the entire weekend while a dog stunt show had different scheduled times throughout the weekend. During the day, crowds made their way around the fairgrounds, stopping to walk through the Clown Town Fun House and take a spin on the Giant Wheel. “My favorite experience was

seeing my friend scream on every ride,” said Jocelyn Reyes, fair attendee and Inland Empire resident. Carnival games and food trucks reeled in the most money with many of the proceeds going to local charities in Riverside County. Local vendors Redhawk Golf Course, Tractor Supply Co. and Magical Adventure Balloon Rides set up booths along the grounds in hopes of making new connections with the community and showing support for their local fair. Each night closed out with live music from cover bands to appearances by television stars. The stage was rocked by Scotty McCreery, “Amer-

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Scotty McCreery, 22-year-old ‘American Idol’ winner and country singer, performed his hit single ‘Feelin’ It’ on the main stage in front of the audience during K-FROG Country Night at the Temecula Valley Fair, March 19. ican Idol” winner and country music artist, March 19. It closed with Mia, radio disc jockey from 101.3 FM the Mix Live, March 20. Madyson King, junior English major at California Bap-

tist University, said she was not able to attend but from what she saw from friends, the music from Scotty McCreery is what she would have enjoyed the most. “The fair benefits families

by giving them something to do together down in this area and helps the local vendors attain business within the community,” said Brittney Livingston, Cutco sales representative and vendor.

Illegal music downloads cause issues within digital community BY DIANA LOPEZ STAFF WRITER

The growing approach to sharing music, films and now even textbooks involves downloading media with just a click and without a purchase. Illegal downloading is a popular method in which files are shared between Internet users without a transaction fee. Music has become one of the biggest issues with online pirating among college students, along with

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the software program Adobe Photoshop CS6, which has been downloaded more than 5,000 times. According to a study by Intellectual Property Institute, one in three students participate in online piracy. With most songs ranging from 99 cents to $1.29, albums fall into the $10$15 range. Napster, a subscription music service, found that the average American owns 126 albums, amounting to over $1,500 in purchases and leaving the

prospect of downloading the music for free through a questionable source a little more appealing. Digital theft has been taken more seriously as the success of smaller artists is often tracked by their total sales. Danielle Mayon, junior business administration major, said she thinks it is often easier to stream music through applications such as Spotify than to purchase an album. “You are able to have more music and never have to lim-

it yourself,” Mayon said. “You have a whole library, you can make playlists and check out what your friends are listening to.” Many universities have tried to educate their students and prevent them from downloading illegally. An IPI study said 54 percent of students did not know what their college’s policy was regarding illegal downloading. “The IT department is not a policeman but it will interfere if students usage

of downloading illegal media affects other students,” said David Marley, CBU Director of Infrastructure Services. The Recording Industry Association of America has been actively protecting the copyright holding of record labels and has even began to file lawsuits, often targeting college students. Major fines and severe action will be taken if it is discovered a student has been using services like LancerNet as such.

have their different beliefs on what it means to be deaf, so a major theme is mutual respect between all cultures, but I think the core of the film is identity and what or who we allow to define us.” Dr. Daniel Blair, CBU assistant professor of American Sign Language, director for the Center for Deaf Studies and Jonathan’s father, said requests for the film to be screened have been coming in as the cast and crew hope to eventually show it in every state. He said for their next film they want to take it beyond the story of a man in Southern California to a place where opportunities are not as abundant. “We want to take our audience to, say, Malawi or Guatemala, where deaf children growing all the way up into adulthood have no language, that don’t know their name and they live very often in total poverty with no hope,” Daniel Blair said. “They’re dehumanized and we want to expose that both cinematically with a movie but also with an accompanying documentary to let folks know this is not just a movie. It’s reality and we can make such a huge difference.”

O.J. Simpson trial revisited in FX series BY BRIANNA NORRIS STAFF WRITER

Television’s new crime show, “American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson” is the FX Original anthology based on the murder case of Ron Goldman and Nicole Brown Simpson, Orenthal James “O.J.” Simpson’s ex-wife. The dramatization of the infamous trial in which Simpson was acquitted of homicide charges features actors John Travolta, David Schwimmer and Cuba Gooding Jr. as Simpson. Since the show’s January premiere, its dedication to precise detail in location, reaction and dialogue as presented in the actual trial has attributed to its 3.3 million viewer average per episode. It draws many of those details from Jeffrey Toobin’s book “The Run of His Life.” In early March, a buck knife with a five-inch blade was turned in to the Los Angeles Police Department after being discovered on Simpson’s former property. The knife was given to LAPD officer George Maycott, who said he believed the case was closed and kept the knife among his personal possessions. After years of sitting in his toolbox, he turned the weapon in and forensic testing is now being conducted. Speculation surrounds the weapon, which some believe was used in the murder of Goldman and Brown. Nearly 20 years later, following the jury’s acquited ruling of Simpson, “American Crime” brings the case back into debate. “I find it fascinating how the show teeters back and forth on the question of O.J. Simpson’s innocence in the case,” said Danielle Hernandez, senior criminal justice major. “Every episode changes your perspective.” Viewers like Elizabeth Townsend, freshman social science major, watch the show for its current representation of new case findings. “The new information found regarding the case definitely adds to the suspense I’m hoping the show will build up to,” Townsend said.

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BUSINESS & TECH

March 29, 2016 · Volume 63 · Issue 11

Restaurant fuses array of cuisines ‘Insta-worthy’ environment delivers food with delight KAITLYNN LABIT

ASST. BUS & TECH EDITOR The Combine Kitchen has been busy since its grand opening three months ago, serving timeless and tasty plates to guests alongside genuine coffee and hand-crafted food. Mike Lee, owner of The Combine Kitchen, is paving his own path through the Inland Empire with a 2,200-squarefoot restaurant in Rancho Cucamonga with one-of-a-kind taste, assembly, design and culinary influence. Although the business, located at 12750 E Foothill Blvd, has fluctuating hours as Lee experiments with scheduling, the menu delivers in terms of taste and diversity. “I thought to myself, “What if I created an ultimate place? Like a kid who thinks, ‘I want to do this or that when I grow up,’” Lee said. “What if I actually got to do all of those things? What would it look like?” As an entrepreneur, coffee enthusiast and food enthusiast, Lee has created a space that combines quality coffee from

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multiple roasters with wholefood, no-preservative cuisine that is all made in house and appeals to vegan, gluten-free and paleo guests. “I didn’t want to just ‘sell food,’ I wanted to make everything a specialty,” Lee said. “We have a real chef with an intense background. She has traveled around the world, worked for famous people in a corporate environment and big name restaurants and brought all of those aspects here.” Grace Lee, Lee’s sister and head chef of The Combine Kitchen, creates all of the artisanal products on the menu. After working exclusively with Mario Balotelli, professional Italian soccer player, and Nancy Silverton, professional chef, and traveling to over 22 countries for personal and business affairs, Grace Lee’s method of preparing and cooking has transferred over into her unique and personable style. “A lot of my food is influenced by traveling,” Grace Lee said. “There’s a root source in my influence, my style; the way I look at ingredients also comes from working with Nancy Silverton, who has been a great mentor. The way I cook is the way I eat.” Grace Lee’s extensive background with Italian foods impacts the meals on the gradually expanding menu as The Combine Kitchen continues to grow.

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Mike Lee, owner of The Combine Kitchen, serves a freshly made salad to the communal table at the restaurant. The menu features an assortment of creations, each designed by head chef Grace Lee aimed toward meeting a variety of culinary needs such as vegan, gluten-free and paleo diets.

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BUSINESS & TECH

March 29, 2016 · Volume 63 · Issue 11

Disney increases peak-time pricing, maintains high revenue BEKKA WIEDENMEYER NEWS EDITOR

The Walt Disney Company announced a new ticket-pricing system Feb. 27 that now bases costs for the parks on supply and demand. The announcement follows on the heels of October’s steep price hikes for annual pass holders and aims to better spread out visitation, according to a company statement.

New Disneyland Resort prices include a “value” oneday ticket for $95 and a “peak” one-day ticket for $119, in addition to a regular one-day ticket priced at $105. “Value” tickets can be used Mondays through Thursdays when most schools are in session. “Peak” tickets are for peak seasons, including most of December, certain weekends in July and other holidays and notable weeks such as spring

break and Easter. The regular ticket pricing is for weekends and weekdays in the summer. “The peak pricing will deter those ‘marginal’ customers, for whom the price was already on the edge of what they were willing and able to pay,” said Wendy Keyes-Kimbirk, assistant professor of economics and quantitative methods. “It will be most effective for those customers who are more pricesensitive (also known as elastic

demand). For those whose demand is more inelastic, and less sensitive to price, it won’t affect them much.” While some park visitors may choose not to visit the parks during peak times because of the higher costs, Keyes-Kimbirk said some may also be willing to pay the higher price, which would help offset the loss of customers. “Customers may complain, much like they do about gaso-

line prices, but they still keep visiting the parks, just like they keep filling up their gas tanks,” she said. Jonathan Reed, sophomore history major, said the higher price will prevent him from purchasing the individual ticket, but he will most likely invest in an annual pass instead because the payoff is better. “It’s horrible,” he said. “On one hand, I do understand it because they are ultimately

a business, but they are more expensive already.” Keyes-Kimbirk said it is possible the company could have benefited more had this decision been delayed. “One thing that may have minimized the backlash, however, would have been to not introduce the premium pricing so shortly after a previous price increase and to frame the price change differently,” Keyes-Kimbirk said.

Perceived cellphone alerts show ‘ringxiety’ NICOLE KLOPFER STAFF WRITER

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Camrin Flores, 28-year-old owner and operator of HomeTeam Headwear, works on material for future projects with the current lineup of hats on display. The brand aims to take a fresh look at classic designs, bringing back the designs of former San Bernardino minor league baseball teams as well as his own unique branding for the Inland Empire.

Headwear brand tops region ‘HomeTeam’ solidifies hold in community with designs RANDY PLAVAJKA

BUS & TECH EDITOR Creating a brand and building it from the ground up is no easy task, but one local headwear company has sealed its hold on the market since its launch in January. HomeTeam Headwear specializes in creating hats that help connect the community

back to its roots with quality hats that are professional in appearance and in design. The founder of the brand, Camrin Flores, was born and raised in the Inland Empire and said he grew up with a love for sports, specifically baseball. The original designs for the San Bernardino Spirit and Stampede, former minor league baseball teams, served as the templates for the first line of high-quality hats produced under the Hometeam name. “These were the teams I grew up knowing, but I feel that our community has forgotten about them or don’t know them at all,” Flores said. “I want to change that by bringing back

some of the sports history of our hometown area and incorporate some new, yet classiclooking, ideas.” The combination of sports, streetwear and the history of the region into a line of products aims to provide a vintage feeling to something that is brand new to the Inland Empire. Flores said some of the designs had been sitting on his computer for almost a year before he dedicated more time and effort into the project he alone operates. “It was not until about five months ago I began moving forward with the brand and getting everything ready for launch,” Flores said. “Being that these

were personal ideas I have had for some time and I had the capability to get it started on my own, I felt like this was the only way to launch and operate this brand.” Much of the success HomeTeam Headwear has seen thus far can be attributed to the efforts Flores has made on social media to improve the brand’s visibility and connect with the community. “Aside from generating sales, (Instagram) has allowed us to widen our customer base, get hats into local stores,” Flores said. “It has even allowed us to build business and personal relationships with other members of the community.”

HomeTeam Headwear’s Instagram page is unlike other local brands in that the photos are assembled to look more similar to a collage than the usual one-post-per-day format. Flores said his attention to detail helps make the relatively new brand be professional both digitally and physically. He said he has plans to continue producing more headwear designs not solely limited to the nostalgic imagery of the Inland Empire in the upcoming weeks and months as the brand expands and diversifies. The company can be found on Instagram at @HomeTeamHeadwear and online at HomeTeamHeadwear.com.

A new study conducted by the Georgia Institute of Technology has found that people with attachment anxiety to their phones experience phantom vibration syndrome or “ringxiety.” It is a cultural phenomenon to describe the phantom feeling of a phone call or text while the phone is nearby or in a pocket. People might believe they feel or hear their phone ring since many people are used to the vibration, but the vibrating phone sensation is not real. Ronald Vasquez, junior communication studies major, said he always has his phone on him and has separation anxiety when he does not. “A lot of my life depends on my phone and I feel like I have developed a sort of anxiety that my phone is constantly vibrating,” Vasquez said. “In my head, I think my phone is ringing but it can be in my car. I will hear a buzz and automatically think my phone is vibrating.” The Georgia Tech study estimated 90 percent of people experience this sort of issue to some extent. The study also showed lack of sleep can make the problem worse and increase the likelihood of symptom development. Those who average the recommended eight hours of sleep per night are not as susceptible to the phantom ringing condition as others who are somewhat sleep deprived. Alyssa Wilson, sophomore kinesiology major, said she believes she deals with “ringxiety” sometimes, but not all the time. “I feel this sort of problem when I am expecting a call or text, especially in class,” Wilson said. “On occasion, I will think that it maybe is ringing so I check it even though it didn’t vibrate.”

Corona coffee shop assists homeless with restoration LAUREN SHELBURNE ASST. A&E EDITOR

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Gabe Venegas, training and operations manager for Restoration Roasters, works behind the counter crafting lattes. In his first month as manager, Venegas has introduced nine specialty drinks that are constantly changing.

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Restoration Roasters, a Corona coffee shop, is serving the Inland Empire not only with its coffee but with its heart for the homeless. The business structure allows 100 percent of the net proceeds to go toward helping the Corona Norco Rescue Mission. People from the rescue mission serve alongside volunteers to provide customers with an aromatic cup of coffee. Many homeless people are put in a program through the rescue mission to help restore their lives. They are given the opportunity to get vocational training at the coffee shop for future careers in coffee. “One of the things that touches a special place in my

heart is the opportunity to actually restore people and we get to do that day in and day out,” said Blake Ryan, rescue mission director and founder of Restoration Roasters. Volunteers are always welcomed to apply to help in the shop alongside those from the rescue mission. After applying, volunteers are trained to prepare coffee and clean the store. The wages they normally would have been paid go toward the mission. Derek Tripp, Restoration Roasters volunteer, said he enjoys the positive energy his coworkers exhibit and said his life is being changed, too. “In a way, God is moving in my life using this place to make me into the person he needs me to be for the next chapter in my life,” Tripp said.

Tyler Perry, senior applied theology major, said he enjoys the charitable aspects of the company. “I always prefer to support something that serves the kingdom, especially rescue missions,” Perry said. Ryan compares the journey of a coffee bean to the journey those at the rescue mission go through. He said each bean is handpicked and goes through a refining fire to get the aroma and flavor to enjoy. “The story of the coffee bean reminded me of our own story,” Ryan said on the shop’s website. “The human story, is God has handpicked each of us at the perfect time along our journey and that we too must go through the refining fire before we can reach our full potential and become a pleasing aroma to him.”

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SPORTS

March 29, 2016 · Volume 63 · Issue 11

Season concludes in historical finish BY HANNAH TAMIMI SPORTS EDITOR

The wrestling team at California Baptist University sent five wrestlers to compete in the NCAA Division II Championship tournament in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, March 11-14. Of the five, one came home with the heavyweight crown. For the first time in program history, the team produced the national heavyweight champion in Joseph Fagiano, graduate student in business administration. Fagiano and Brady Bersano, senior marketing major, were the only two to compete in the championship matches of their respective weight classes. Bersano lost his match 6-4 and was named the national runner-up in the 157-pound weight class. Bersano, Nolan Kistler, sophomore criminal justice major, Jacob Waste, junior criminal justice major, Paul Head, junior kinesiology major, and Fagiano, represented CBU at the tournament. The tournament produced All-Americans in Bersano, Kistler, Waste and Fagiano. Earlier this season, Andrew Nicola, assistant coach of the team, predicted that by signing Fagiano, the team had signed a national champion. His prediction became a reality when Fagiano defeated his opponent 6-3. Fagiano said the championship was won through perseverance. “I told myself to get back up, not feel sorry for myself,” Fagiano said in a press release. “I never quit and knew I would get one back. You have to keep pushing forward.”

The first championship match for CBU came from Bersano and although he could not overcome his opponent, he earned All-American status, was named to the Academic All-American first team and walked away second overall in his weight class. Bersano said he was proud of the way he finished his senior season. “I am thankful to God for how far I got and for everyone who helped me along the way,” Bersano said. “Winning my quarterfinal and semifinal matches will be something I will never forget.” The success of the season and growth of the program was showcased through the duration of the tournament as Waste finished in third place and Kistler finished in seventh place. Lennie Zalesky, head coach of the team, said the tournament was a great finish to the year. “It was a very good tournament for us; we’re sending five guys and competing with teams that sent nine guys to the national tournament,” Zalesky said in a press release. “I’m very proud of our guys, they had a great year and they deserve this.” The team placed sixth in the nation, improving from last season’s 30th place finish. Bersano said the future looks bright for the program. “CBU wrestling is now a national wrestling powerhouse and I believe it will continue as such for a long time,” Bersano said. “I cannot wait for what’s in store next year for my team, as they will only get better and better.”

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Jordan Heading, freshman kinesiology major and guard, drives past his opponent Feb. 13, against Brigham-Young University, Hawaii. Both the men’s and women’s teams competed in the post season, but both runs were cut short after losses from University of California, San Diego, and Alaska Anchorage University.

Losses fuel improvements BY CHRISTIAN AMARILA STAFF WRITER

The men’s and women’s basketball teams at California Baptist University were looking forward to going deep into the NCAA Division II West Regional Tournament but both fell short of their title goals. With a No. 3 ranking in the tournament, the women’s team had expectations to get back to the championship game. After beating Academy of Art University in their first game 93-70, they faced opponent Alaska Anchorage University March 12, who had a 36-2 record on the season. CBU led during the second half but AAU fought back and forced overtime

where the Lancers could not keep the Sea Wolves at bay and lost 83-79. Cassidy Mihalko, junior business administration major, said the team played their best throughout the duration of playoffs. “We were playing our best during our post-season run,” Mihalko said. “We played a really good team early on and unfortunately our run was cut short.” With next season already on the team’s minds, Jarrod Olson, head coach of the women’s team, said they will try to feed off the success of this season and get back to what they know best. “We have a strong group returning for next year and our goals will be the same: represent CBU in a positive way and

compete for championships,” Olson said. The men’s team started off the postseason with a convincing win over Azusa Pacific University March 5 in the PacWest Tournament title game. The team appeared ready to show the country they were better than their record in the regular season during the Division II post season. California Polytechnic University, Pomona, was the first test for the men’s team March 11, keeping the game tight toward the end of the second half until CBU found a 70-63 victory. A match-up on March 12, with the Tritons of University of California, San Diego, was next. The first half of the game was back and forth between teams, but at the start of the second

Team gears up for conference season BY HANNAH TAMIMI SPORTS EDITOR

The women’s water polo team at California Baptist University is gearing up to face several Golden Coast Conference opponents, preparing for the GCC tournament April 28 - May 1. The team is currently 17-7 and undefeated at home. Last season, the team placed fourth in conference — the best finish in its three-year reign. Laura Kocsis, graduate student in sports management and utility player, said she feels the season is going well. “We’ve had some ups and downs, some outstanding performances and some where we could have played better,” Kocsis said. “We’re focusing on conference games from now on.” After defeating conference opponent Concordia University, Irvine, 14-2, the team is

looking to heighten its performances against top conference teams. This season, the winner of the conference will receive an automatic bid to the NCAA tournament May 13-15, a conference first. “Depending on how we perform against conference teams will decide our seeding in the conference tournament,” Kocsis said. “This is the first year when the winner qualifies for NCAAs, so our goal is to play our best and win it.” Several athletes have already picked up GCC honors and Altura Credit Union honors. Hannah Evans, senior kinesiology major and 2-meter player, grabbed the first GCC honor of the season by being named the GCC Player of the Week. Evans has also been named an Altura Credit Union Athlete of the Week, alongside Kocsis and Valerie Spezzaferri, junior criminal justice major and driver.

Victory boosts tenacity BY HANNAH PRESTON ASST. SPORTS EDITOR

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Valerie Spezzaferri, junior criminal justice major and driver, looks to block the shot of her opponent March 11 at the Lancer Invitational against Univeristy of La Verne. The Lancers went 4-0 on the weekend. Spezzaferri said conference season is one of the most exciting times of the year. “It’s exciting to begin playing conference games because it is what we have been working for all season,” she said. “Now is the

time we are able to prove ourselves in the games that really matter.” Spezzaferri and Kocsis both agree that the team is strong and able to succeed well into conference play.

“I am confident and trust that our team is capable of taking the gold medal at the tournament,” Kocsis said. The team will bring conference action home April 1 against Fresno Pacific University.

Sights set on regionals, post season BY JEFF KISSEL

ASST. SPORTS EDITOR

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Stephen Lohr, junior psychology major, catcher and third baseman, fires the ball to first base during a home game. Lohr has picked up several honors.

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half, CBU found itself down by double digits. They clawed their way back and closed the gap in the last minute of the game but the Lancers saw their season end at the buzzer as the Tritons won 71-69. “It wasn’t looking good there early in the second half, but we scrapped to get back in it,” said Rick Croy, head coach of the men’s basketball team, in a press release. “We actually got control of the game late. UCSD is a tough team.” The main focus of the off season is improvement. Jordan Giusti, senior kinesiology major, said he and the team closed out their season playing for each other. “Our team performed well in all of the postseason,” Giusti said. “We gave it our all every time we stepped on the floor.”

The baseball season is underway at California Baptist University and the team is off to a good start. The team marks the midseason with a 13-5 record overall, improving with a 3-1 win on the road series against Dixie State University. Gary Adcock, head coach of the baseball team, said he feels the season is going well. “Our bullpen’s been good,” Adcock said. “We are starting to hit better.” Adcock said this progress is going to shape the team’s future

in the season. “Now is a time to play our best or we are going to put ourselves in a hole,” Adcock said. Adcock also said he has big expectations for the team this season. “We are looking to get better,” Adcock said. “We are looking to make our regional championship for the third straight year.” Stephen Lohr, junior psychology major, catcher and third baseman, said he is confident in the progression of the season. “We started out struggling in the beginning,” Lohr said. “Right now, the progress is

starting to pick up going into the conference.” Lohr said he feels good about his progress as a player. “I’m getting to a point where I’m starting to get back into a rhythm,” Lohr said. “Everyone is playing well right now collectively, it is not an individual thing.” Lohr also said he is looking forward to the end of the regular season and is ready to start the postseason. “I am looking forward to winning the conference first,” Lohr said. “I am also looking forward to regionals.” The team will look to improve as its season continues.

The men’s volleyball team has been able to keep up with its opponents this season, holding an 11-13 record overall. Recently, the team traveled to the east coast March 13-14 to take on Harvard University and Sacred Heart University in non-conference matchups. The No. 15-ranked Lancers swept the other team in three sets. Derek Schmitt, head coach of the volleyball team, admitted to the strength of Sacred Heart’s team, but said he was proud of his team and how they performed. “(Sacred Heart) did a nice job in the first set, digging up a lot of balls and making it tough for us,” Schmitt said in a press release. “After that, it seemed like we were in pretty good control. We put them in tough situations with our serving.” Emmett Enriques, freshman undeclared major and libero, made an impression on the Pioneer’s court, recording 12 digs in just three sets. With their past successes in away games, Enriques said he is confident in his team. “We do very well at away games,” Enriques said. “However, we really need to work on our confidence because we definitely have the skill to beat every team.” The Lancers will go against University of California, Irvine, March 30 at home.

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Bismark Kipkilach, sophomore undeclared major and runner, trains in practice for the Stanford Invitational April 1 in Palo Alto, Calif.

Track conquers injuries, illness BY HANNAH PRESTON ASST. SPORTS EDITOR

The men’s and women’s track season is underway, and with preparation beginning in December the teams said they are excited for this spring season. Ben Gall, head coach of the team, said he is excited to finally start competing and, even though injuries plagued the team earlier this year, he said the team is coming back strong. “Overall, the team is doing well so we are feeling good about it,” Gall said. “We had a lot of sicknesses and nagging injuries that set quite a few of our athletes behind. But mostly everyone is back training now and will hopefully round into form as the season progresses.” The athletes go through daily training specifically for their focused event, mixed in with weightlifting and core exercises. Gall said he is focused on preparing each athlete specifically and making sure to highlight their strengths. “We spend quite a bit of time formulating race plans and strategies for each athlete,” Gall said. “They can execute races that will most successfully help

them learn how to win or be competitive in their races.” Both the men’s and women’s teams had a successful first meet at California State University, Los Angeles. Veronica Hall, senior runner and exercise science major, said she was surprised by her success because of the struggles she encountered earlier in the year. “It was my first race back after having knee surgery this fall,” Hall said. “Walking away with a win and a new school record has me excited for the rest of the season.” One of the targets for the teams is the PacWest Championships in April, but the biggest focus for the team is to get many athletes to the NCAA championships in May. Valentin Robert, senior business administration major, received an All-American award last season and is hoping to go even further in his success this season. “It is really cool to practice hard, succeed and feel like you didn’t practice for nothing,” Robert said. The teams will meet April 1 in Palo Alto for the Stanford Invitational.

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Chemistry yields further success BY JEFF KISSEL

ASST. SPORTS EDITOR The softball team at California Baptist University is holding a 24-6 record overall and a 7-3 record in conference play. Bill Baber, head coach for the softball team, said his team is doing well. “We are a very tight-knit team,” Baber said. “Playing for each other is a key in all sports.” Baber said he feels the closeness of the team is going to help them in the long run. “They bunt when they have to bunt, they hit when they have to hit,” Baber said. “They are able to perform well and that will help us out toward the end of the season.” Baber said he is looking forward to watching the teams improvement this season. “The best thing you can see

as a coach is looking for the improvement every day,” Baber said. “If they continue to do that, we will be very successful.” London Miller, junior kinesiology major, catcher and outfielder, said she feels the progress of the softball team is constantly improving. “We have a good record, so the season looks great so far,” Miller said. “We will see how it goes from here.” Miller said she feels good about her progress as a player. “I just got back from injury the past year,” Miller said. “I feel like I am always there for the team.” Miller said she is also hoping to go to the postseason. “Right now, it is just one step at a time,” Miller said. “We just want to set little goals at a time.” The team will face Hawaii Pacific Univeristy April 6.

By The Numbers

Wrestling

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Joseph Fagiano, graduate student, won the program’s first ever NCAA Division II title.

3-time NCA Undefeated since 2013

Team produced four All-Americans and seven Academic AllAmericans

Took first place March 19-20 at USA College Championships

6th overall as a team

5-time USA College

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Champions

SWIM/DIVE RMAC Champions

Christina Halverson, sophomore nursing major, became National Champion. NCAA Division II Championships Men’s team

12th place Women’s team

13th place

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OPINION

March 29, 2016 · Volume 63 · Issue 11

LANCER ON THE STREET What is one thing you would change in your life?

Jennifer Ahlberg Sophomore Communication disorders major “If I could change one thing, I would change my study habits.”

Elissa Mason Senior Nursing major

Henry Acosta Freshman Health science major

William Hunnel Sophomore Architecture major

Jeana Barry Senior History major

“I would go out and explore more.”

“One thing I would change is my education. I would have liked to care about it more in high school. I didn’t take it as serious as I should have.”

“I would change nothing.”

“Definitely get more sleep.”

Everyone can benefit from visiting a therapist

BY CHLOÉ TOKAR A&E EDITOR

Sometimes I forget I am not alone with my problems and have to be reminded that tears flow from many different faces. When people come to me and cry about their recent life

detriments, I happily oblige as it can be incredibly therapeutic to talk it out with someone else. While family and friends offer the benefit of an intimate perspective and coddling, seeing a professional can be a transformative experience — one that every person should engage in at least once. The negative stigma associated with a therapist, life coach or counselor is dissipating with the rise of shows like “Dr. Phil.” I remember a time when going to get professional help was seen as a clear symbol that the person seeking it was “crazy.” My concept of what therapy was like stemmed as far as cinema had allowed it, usually

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professional help, whether some one is struggling from depression or just feeling like he or she has hit a roadblock in life. Under the weight of incredible stress, seeing a therapist was suggested to me to help me sort my priorities in a calming and productive environment. A friend once relayed to me how much better she has felt since seeing a therapwist regularly, that suddenly she feels human and most importantly, she no longer feels alone with her issues. Another friend of mine said he changed his outlook on life and revisited his career path after spending time with a life coach, summing up that he is much happier now.

I have had experiences that have left me feeling trapped in my own head, alone and completely shut off from life and it can be scary to be vulnerable in front of friends or family for fear of judgment. A third party whose sole purpose is to help you work through your emotional strife is arguably the most appealing option. No one should be deemed crazy or broken for seeking professional help. I encourage everyone to step out of his or her comfort zone and explore their emotions with a professional at least once. It is OK to be vulnerable. It is all right to want help and I applaud all who seek to better themselves.

Professional dress No one cares about displays expertise your political views

BY GIOVANNA BERROCAL ASST. DESIGN EDITOR

I remember when my 85-year-old grandma would tell me to shower and put on my prettiest dress so that I could sit with her on the front porch of our house. I thought it was the biggest waste of time because I didn’t care if people thought I was a presentable person or not. All I cared about was Barbie dolls and ice cream cones. Fashion designer Tom Ford said dressing well is a form of good manners. I believe it now. People’s opinions matter, especially professors’ opinions because they have the ability to give us jobs and incredible opportunities we wouldn’t find anywhere else. Professors don’t come to class in yoga pants and Lululemon sweaters. The excuse may be that they “have their lives together,” but the reality is that students should try to dress more professionally for class regardless of whether it’s Monday or Friday. President Barrack Obama does not go to his meetings wearing his pajamas. Marissa

Mayer, CEO of Yahoo!, does not take on the world wearing joggers, sports bras and socks with sandals. How we dress as students reflects who we are, so we should dress how we want to be addressed. Shower in the morning, wash that greasy hair, put on a little mascara and lose the hoodie. The more presentable we look, the better we will feel and the better our day will go. Get ready to take on life in a non-mediocre way. I know we are college students and we cannot afford Chanel’s latest Haute Couture collection or even Old Navy’s sale section, but we all should own presentable blouses or shirts and at least one pair of jeans or pants. We may live in a culture of laziness and we may or may not spend all our dining dollars buying coffee from Wanda’s to stay awake and not drown in homework, but we ought to try a little harder to be well-dressed, even when we are tired and have to use dry shampoo. You don’t have to be the next Olivia Palermo or Valentino Garavani. Rather, switch the sweatpants to jeans, the socks and sandals to real shoes and leave the CBU t-shirts for pj’s. I may have my leggings and Patagonia sweater days, but I do not wear that everyday. It’s OK to not have your life together all the time, but wear the nice shoes and have a “here I am!” attitude. Professors may take you more seriously if you do.

BY DARLENE MERCADO OPINION EDITOR

When my seventh-gradeself joined Facebook in 2007, it was a place to throw up the peace sign in my profile picture and “like” the cute boy’s latest profile picture as a means of flirting. It was a place meant to document my poor fashion choices and the innocence of my middle school self. Today, Facebook has become a place for people to share their political views and argue with those who disagree, while I sit back and violently roll my eyes. Not a day goes by that I don’t see old high school classmates arguing over how Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump should be commended for his “refreshing honesty,” or lack thereof. When I read these silly arguments I question if some of these kids are even old enough to vote in the first place; kids should stick to my old middle school ways and worry about who to “poke” instead of arguing about something they don’t even have a say in. Honestly, I don’t care about anyone’s political views. Argu-

ing with one another, knowing neither will change his or her mind, is a waste of time and space on my Facebook timeline. It is childish to fight over social media. Personally, I would be embarrassed to have these ridiculous arguments on display for everyone to see and form judgments. Facebook is a place to share personal thoughts, but it is certainly not your soapbox. Before you go on an outlandish rant, remember that very few care and someone will soon fire back with a rebuttal. A heated comment-war, although eloquently and intellectually written, still makes both people involved look foolish. Because of these ridiculous points of view, I tend to view those who post about their views on Facebook differently and I have sadly come to learn who my most racist friends are. Don’t get me wrong; I believe it is important to become educated on the candidates and conduct personal research to be a well-informed voter, but I do not want to read about it on Facebook. Everyone should keep their opinions to themselves for now and make their views known Nov. 8. Go out on that day, place your ballot and proudly wear your “I voted” sticker, knowing that is the moment your opinion makes a difference. Ultimately, I would appreciate it if people stopped posting about their political views on Facebook and made more room for the mouth-watering “Tasty” videos instead. Otherwise, you’ll have to suffer the wrath of the “unfriend” button.

OPINION

March 29, 2016 · Volume 63 · Issue 11

Bumper stickers represent more than just driving skills

BY IONA BRANNON LIFESTYLE EDITOR

Bumper stickers can be a fun way to personalize a car and show support to various people, places and things, but they can actually become a hindrance. The other day I was driving

on the freeway and a driver cut cause other drivers to build up me off. He had a bumper sticker an impression of the organizaof an organization and I imme- tion that is false. diately connected Others may his poor driving to see certain the organization. This may cause other bumper stickHis erratic driv- drivers to build up ers, especially ing style suddenly light of the an impression of the in made sense. upcoming presIn life and on organization that is idential camfreeways, we come false. paign, and exacross people who press personal come from unimaginable plac- emotions regarding the candies. Bumper stickers immedi- dates through their driving. ately give us an impression that Organizations represented may not be accurate. through bumper stickers are Some may have bumper guilty by association with drivstickers endorsing certain ers and drivers are guilty by asmovements of love when their sociation with bumper stickers driving habits show signs of an- of organizations. ger and selfishness. This may Is it fair to be treated differ-

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ently on the road based on what adhesive words and images are on the back of the car? I do not believe so. But it would be much easier to remove bumper stickers altogether, equalizing everyone. I do not have bumper stickers. I would rather my driving be associated with myself alone rather than with an organization that never asked me to represent it through my car or my driving skills. I send a word of caution to those who use bumper stickers. You have now submitted yourself to be a part of something much bigger than yourself.

Arrogance produces Cyber-bullying unprofessionalism causes torment

BY RANDY PLAVAJKA BUS & TECH EDITOR When learning a new skill or craft, the two most important things one can do in order to absorb all knowledge possible is be humble and patient. Achieving mastery of any field of study takes several months and years of hard work, and even upon graduation, the learning process is not over. To think you “know it all” at any point in life is absolutely ridiculous. In school, and life, there is no need to showboat and oneup peers as if it were your life’s mission to belittle the accomplishments of others. Nobody cares how many big names you can drop, the grades you have made or how well you did on a test. This situation occurs more often than not with someone who overestimates his or her own worth and lets his or her ego run his or her mouth instead of his or her still-developing brain. Being a know-it-all is not gnarly and rather unprofessional, especially in a collegiate en-

vironment. There needs to be a line drawn between humility and self-praise, so the latter does not progress into becoming sinful pride. Students are devoted to the learning process and by no means are we experts, otherwise they would be the one collecting a salary and teaching five courses on top of preparing research for publication. At the same time, being a student should not be discouraging. It is a privilege to be cherished and not used as an excuse. The point of owning the title is you are developing to become the best version of yourself, regardless of age, year, major or other outside factor. It is absolutely OK to be mediocre and embrace the process of becoming great and talented. That is the whole point of life — to constantly grow and mature in mind, body and spirit. It is not advisable, however, to overestimate your abilities and dig a figurative hole that is too deep to climb out of when it is time to put up or shut up. There is a time to be overconfident and a time to be realistic. Playing video games with your roommates is prime time for gloating and bragging, but when it comes time to planning for the future, a strong grasp of ability and reality is crucial. Be a student eager to learn, rather than a know-it-all eager to boast despite a lack of ability.

BY ASHLEY DINKEL EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

The saying “sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me” is one of the biggest lies. People can be mean and the venom that people speak — or type online — can be hurtful. One of my favorite underground rappers recently left his previous label and made sure his fans knew the reasons why. He publicly blamed the manager and co-owner of the label and even wrote a song about it, which now has more than 2 million views on YouTube. The same day, the manager had a livestream to give his side of the story after many people bashed him on social media. “Kill yourself.” “You can’t recover from this.” “You should be ashamed.” “You killed something great.” Those were just a few of the comments left to the label’s manager during the livestream. I do not understand how anyone can be terrible to people they do not even know. It’s not like the manager killed the rapper.

In fact, the rapper said he still plans on furthering his career and created his own label. Thankfully, the manager seems to be a strong person and isn’t taking the comments to heart, but the next person to face cyberbullying may not be so lucky. Cyberbullying takes many forms, including posting hurtful or threatening messages on social networking sites or web pages. Growing up, we may have witnessed cyberbullying, but were (hopefully) taught that it is not OK to be a cyberbully. Many people may assume adults do not bully others because that is a “teen thing,” but that’s not the case. About 75 percent of American adults have witnessed online harassment and 40 percent are victims of cyberbullying, according to a survey conducted by the Pew Research Center. Whether a rapper blasts his manager on social media, a family member wants to take his or her drama to Facebook or teens want to fight over Twitter, there is absolutely no excuse for other people to chime in and be so harsh to human beings. As college students, we are adults and we should not only be an advocate for stopping teen cyberbullying, but also adult cyberbullying. We live in a society that has become accepting of many people, so it doesn’t make sense that people are still wasting their time being a bully and causing pain to others.

Friendships withstand distance

BY HANNAH TAMIMI SPORTS EDITOR Long distance relationships are tough. I’m not limiting the “relationships” to the romantic type. I’m talking about everything from relationships with friends and family to relationships with a significant other. I’ve experienced everything on this spectrum and it was never a walk in the park. Relationships aren’t 50-50.

Both parties should be willing the days down until our next to give 100 percent in order for break. it to survive. Fast forward to now, and our My best friend and I have relationship is maintained by been friends for 14 years. Insep- random text messages, sponarable from the time taneous life we were 6 years old, updates and the two of us did everyconversations Don’t fear for what every Sunday thing together. In the eighth grade, is to become of that last for we went our sepaWhen your relationships hours. rate ways for the year we do see each and reunited in high once school is over other, we pick school. Our year apart and life happens, up where we didn’t seem to matter off and but be excited to left because we saw each our friendship other every weekend see where your continues to and talked every day. relationships with flourish. It wasn’t until graduaAs we near others take you. tion that our relationthe end of the ship was tested. school year, I go to school 45 minutes people will begin to go their away from home and rough- separate ways. Relationships ly 2,500 miles away from my are one of the best things we’ve best friend. Freshman year, we been blessed to have with peospoke on the phone every other ple. I am so grateful for the reday and we constantly counted lationships I’ve had in the past

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and the relationships I have now. The best thing life gives us is lessons through everything we do. Through all types of relationships I’ve experienced, I can say I’ve grown as a person. Do not fear for what is to become of your relationships once school is over and life happens, but be excited to see where your relationships with others take you. We spend about four years with strangers who eventually become our closest friends. So spend time growing together as a unit and as individuals. Grow relationships to weather every storm you’ll face in the future and build steady friendships that can last a lifetime, no matter the distance.

Nothing is free, tax payers provide funds

BY BEKKA WIEDENMEYER NEWS EDITOR

After six years of college, I am more ready to graduate than anyone can probably imagine. I love to learn and have received a wonderful, high-quality education, but I have been singing along to the tune of thousands of dollars for a while and it is time. As graduation looms closer, along with the 2016 presidential elections, I have been hearing and dwelling on phrases such as “debt-free college” and “tuition-free college” and basically any other string of words implying higher education with no cost. It honestly drives me crazy. At this point, everyone should know plans concocted by politicians like Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders are not actually free. Billions of dollars are required to make plans like that free, coming from both workstudy programs and federal aid drawn from — you guessed it — more taxes from working citizens like you and me. “We should be more like Europe,” someone might say. “They have free higher education. I’m moving to Europe.” This phrase has circulated

around my circle of peers and is yet another string of words I am tired of hearing. People should get their facts straight. Free is a completely relative term at this point. According to BBC News, a student studying in Berlin costs the country about $14,600 a year, on average. There are 170,000 students in Berlin, with nearly 7 percent being foreign. The bulk of that money falls on the German taxpayer in the form of high income taxes — and that is just in Berlin. Another point to consider is Europe enrolls far fewer students than the United States. The National Center for Education Statistics reported 20.2 million students were expected to be enrolled in colleges and universities across America in fall 2015, compared to the 2.4 million students Germany has, according to The Guardian. Not only do European countries and the United States differ greatly in tax rates, they also differ in the number of students. To simply say, “We should be more like Europe,” reveals ignorance of the facts. This is what it all comes down to. Yes, it is time to invest in education and figure out how to lower interest rates for students so they can enter the workforce without being thousands of dollars in debt. But can we figure out a way to do it that does not require more taxes for the American people, who are already heavily taxed as is? Perhaps cuts to less-vital government programs is the answer. Maybe the answer is better opportunities for student workers. If free college is really as important as everyone is making it out to be, there has to be a better way.

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