Volume 127 Fall 2017 Roundup Issue 6

Change in event catering Drop, cover, hold on Pierce College to participate in Great California Shakeout

Los Angeles Community College District Safety and Emergency Services Manager William Ramirez sent out an email regarding the Great California Shakeout that will be tomorrow Oct. 19 at 10:19 a.m.

According to the email, the district encourages faculty and students to be prepared in case of emergency. Procedures, such as knowing what to do before and after an earthquake, how to create a disaster plan and deciding how you will communicate in an emergency, will increase personal safety during a disaster.

Clubs and departments must go through Pacific Dining or Brahma Cafe for food requests

NATALIE MIRANDA Reporter @natalierosemir

All catering on campus will need to give Pacific Dining and the Brahma Cafe “first right of refusal” when planning events that require food services, due to an agreement between LACCD and the new district-wide food vendor.

Organized groups using college funds must make a bid to Pacific Dining or the Brahma Cafe before venturing out to external vendors to fulfill catering needs.

Dean of Student Engagement

Juan Carlos Astorga said LACCD implemented this procedure to provide catering needs on campuses.

“The district was trying to develop a plan to have dining facilities and meal opportunities for students, faculty and staff on

each campus. One company would service all nine campuses in the district,” Astorga said. “What they did as part of the contract, was identify a requirement that Pacific Dining has a right of first approval.”

Astorga said this new procedure might be an opportunity to improve business and lower prices.

“It’s my hope that the more business they generate, there will be an opportunity to navigate and negotiate better prices when having events and activities,” Astorga said.

Astorga said there are frustrations because some groups that need catering don't remember the procedure or know that there is one.

“It’s a different process. I see a lot of different clubs struggling at times to remember that we first have to go through Pacific Dining.

Because now, administrative services will not approve a contract or request an restaurant

invoice if we have not received that email saying, ‘We cannot meet your needs,’” Astorga said.

Program Specialist for LA Regional Pathways Raffi Kahwajian said if the vendor cannot fulfill the request, groups can then explore other food opportunities.

“If, for some reason, they can't come through and deliver, then we can go to other outside sources in their place. But there would have to be some kind of official statement from Pacific Dining saying they can't fulfill the order, and that would give us the green light to find another vendor that can,” Kahwajian said.

Astorga said he is optimistic about this change on campus.

“I’m hopeful that it’s going to become a better, more mutually beneficial relationship,” Astorga said.

Associate Vice President Larry Kraus said he welcomes this procedure to connect the campus community with the services

offered.

“This was a procedure that we wanted all along. We have asked that groups participate with our existing food services on campus, and we are just really enforcing this now,” Kraus said. “We encourage our college community to participate in their services to strengthen the whole. We are here, we have mechanisms engaged to provide food to the campus, and we need to use those services.”

Kraus said groups on campus are allowed to independently fundraise, as long as they check with Pacific Dining first. He suggests submitting a list, getting a price, and seeing if it is consistent with what can be acquired elsewhere.

“The clubs can fundraise, and they can sell food. We just don’t want them opening up a private food establishment. But if they can have a club event like a barbeque or something else of that nature,” Kraus said. “Certainly, they can fundraise that.”

Kahwajian said so far he has been satisfied with the vendor.

“Just recently, there was an event in which I was involved, and the staff for Pacific Dining was very helpful in terms of how we wanted things set up, where and when. They have been responsive and quick to act. It’s been a positive experience so far,” Kahwajian said.

Kraus said the campus had lacked food service for at least three years.

“We had the cafe, but that was the limit of our food services. Everything was brought on campus through the food truck and food kitchens,” Kraus said. “Food services on a two-year campus are very difficult for our providers, and so we need to encourage our providers to be on campus and succeed to be able to stay here.”

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Be prepared, know your rights

Counselor educates campus about immigration laws

ANNA CLARK Features Editor @AnnaClarkReport

The Los Angeles Community College District has partnered with the Dolores Huerta Institute to bring a series of events to three campuses, which cover how undocumented students can prepare in cases of deportation.

The Family Preparedness and Know Your Rights Clinic was held on Monday at 2 p.m. in Pierce College’s Great Hall. The event’s key speaker was Liz Gonzalez a Staff Attorney at Bet Tzedek Legal Services in Los Angeles, Calif. Gonzalez spoke primarily on legal guardianship in the case of a parent being taken away.

College in Woodland Hills, Calif.

“Legal guardianship is not just for children whose parents have been deported,” Gonzalez said. “It’s for everyone.”

To prepare for a situation in which a parent is separated from their child, Gonzalez said that families should create a ‘Family Preparedness Packet’ for each child which includes birth certificates, passports, social security cards, insurance, and other legal documents.

“You can’t be too busy for this stuff anymore,” Gonzalez said.

According to Gonzalez, the difficult part of preparing for immigration raids is becoming emotionally and mentally ready.

"Children pick up on the anxiety of their parents, so the more prepared you are the less anxious you will be of the unknown," Gonzalez said. “Staying calm, trying to live your life as normally as you possibly can is important and it also maintains stability in the home with the children. We want the child to not grow with that anxiety and that fear of leaving the home, or their parents

going to work. It is important for everyone to live a most normal life as possible."

Gonzalez said that people at risk of being deported should have an open communication with not only a lawyer, but close family and friends.

"If you are picked up by ICE, you are going to want to have one to call,” Gonzalez said. “Now is the time to search for that individual that can help you. Besides that, getting the community involved. The more people who know that you are at risk of being deported, the less likely it is that you are going to feel alone in the situation.”

According to Director Jennifer Galvez of the Dolores Huerta Labor Institute, if people understand their rights, they can fight for them and are not afraid of them.

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Jeannette Madueña, counselor and lead for immigration resources, holds a Know Your Rights card for The Family Preparedness and Know your Rights Clinic at The Great Hall on Oct. 16, 2017. The event was held at Pierce

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From the desk of the Roundup: Editorial

In the 2016-17 school year, Pierce College had 20,618 enrolled students. 11,260 of those students were women.

According to a Penn Schoen and Berland Associates survey, 87 percent of American women between the ages of 18 and 64 reported at least one experience with street harassment.

If those two statistics are combined, that would mean that 9,796 female students at Pierce College might have experienced some form of street harassment, but even half that number is too much. And that only accounts for women.

According to a national report released by non-profit advocacy group Stop Street Harassment, 25 percent of men, in particular those who identify as members of LGBTQ, experienced street harassment.

Because catcalling affects a significant portion of Pierce’s students, administrators have a responsibility to help combat it.

One way to bring attention to the issue would be to specifically include catcalling as unacceptable behavior in Pierce’s code of conduct. Not only should this be in writing, there should be written repercussions for the violators. Instigators of catcalling have no fear of consequence, allowing this behavior to continue. By creating rules and punishments against street harassment, catcallers might think twice about partaking in this behavior.

Street harassment, or “catcalling”, is mostly defined as people, typically strangers, who attempt to get someone’s attention by making sexually explicit and inappropriate comments and/or gestures.

Forms of street harassment include unwanted whistling, leering, sexist, homophobic and transphobic slurs, persistent sexual or romantic advances, constant requests for personal information like name, address, and phone number, even after the victim refuses, comments and demands, often about the person’s body and physical appearance, following, flashing and

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In many cases, catcalling leaves people who experience it feeling used, violated and helpless. According to a study conducted by Cornell University, street harassment “evokes strong reactions of anger, fear, and anxiety.” The study also found that people who had experienced street harassment, developed long-term damage to their mental health, such as low selfesteem and depression.

In addition to enforcing rules against offenders, there should be a network to support students who have experienced harassment. As a frequent host of workshops, Pierce could have a workshop that allows students to gather and talk about their experiences, but also teaches ways to identity street harassment and how to deal with it. Having workshops on GoDays, could help incoming freshmen identify, combat, and respond to street harassment, and it could also help prevent this behavior from happening and help those who’ve experienced it.

It’s also important to note that many people don’t really know what street harassment is to begin with. According to a YouGov poll, 20 percent of Americans believe catcalls are “complements,” and 24 percent are not sure whether catcalling is a compliment or not. Also, when asked when it is OK to catcall somebody, 22 percent of American men said “always” or “sometimes.” Educating students on how to identify street harassment is a good way to stop it from happening.

When faced with catcalling, targets might not know what actions or precautions to take.

Safety should be prioritized when combating street harassment. Learning how to identify and keep students safe in the face of harassment could benefit many. Workshops on the subject could include tips for dealing with regular catcalling and also incorporate lessons that teach students about their rights. Should they report repeat experiences to the Sheriff's Department? Are

there any actions they can take? If a situation escalates, should they defend themselves and could they get in trouble for doing so? What is catcalling, anyway?

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Pro: Costume my Classmates

JESSICA VAUGHAN Reporter @JVaughanRoundup

Fall has finally arrived. It is the season of scarves, pumpkin spice and decorating for the holidays. This means Halloween is right around the corner. Now is the time for everyone to start planning what epic costume they will wear this year. College students should be allowed to join in on the fun as well.

One of the biggest traditions that goes along with this October holiday is trick-or-treating. Most young people are denied participation in the festivities once they are past a certain age. According to nydailynews.com, some cities across the country have adopted age limits to prevent children, usually over 12, from trick-or-treating. Violators could face a $100 fine. Slate.com had a poll where the majority of people agreed that the age limit for trickor-treating is about 12 or 13.

It may not be socially appropriate for teens or college students over a certain age to go door-to-door for candy. However, college students should be encouraged to continue to express themselves through any means, and Halloween is the time they can express themselves with a standout costume. Whether the costume is made or bought from the local costume store, it is fun to get in the ghostly spirit and show off your ensemble to peers. Sharing a cool costume is something everyone can participate in, regardless of age.

“Itʼskindofsituational, butIthinkanythingthat would make another personuncomfortable isnʼtappropriatepublic behavior and could be called harassment.”

-Sam Koolhoven, 27, Education

College students are adults and should be treated as such when it comes to choice in clothing. Students are generally trusted in their judgement to wear appropriate clothing to class. The expectation should be no different when it comes to Halloween attire. If someone chooses to wear something risque like lingerie with animal ears or even something comical like a hot dog, they should be aware of the decision that they are making and be prepared for any type reaction from their peers.

What to wear is a conscious decision that people make, and it is no different when choosing holiday fashion. People should be allowed to make the decision for themselves about what they feel comfortable leaving the house in. College is meant to be a place where self expression is praised. It can also be a great way to show school spirit, and bring people together through creativity.

Walking around campus and witnessing classmates’ creativity can be enjoyable and inspire others for the holiday season. There can even be ways to integrate campus involvement with costume contests or other related activities. Involvement on any college campus is key to make people feel comfortable and excited to come to class every day. Costumes at school should be encouraged to promote a positive and integrated school environment.

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is a real issue that thousands of people deal with on a daily basis. Not only is it hurtful, but it is damaging and potentially dangerous if it escalates. Answering all these questions and more, could bring comfort and peace

of mind to students and could also bring more visibility to the issue, perhaps inspiring instigators to identify and stop such behavior.

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Con: Costumes Cancel Credibility

JORDAN NATHAN Reporter @JNathan_Roundup

Halloween is just around the corner, and the October holiday is dedicated to trick-or-treating and costume. Costumes help define the holiday, but should not be allowed on campus grounds.

Pierce College allows students to dress up each year in all kinds of costumes, with some minor rules, which state what is appropriate to wear and what is detrimental to the school's appearance. However, Halloween costumes shouldn't be allowed on campus at all.

More and more new students arrive to campus each semester, and a better education and a new learning experience are big draws for students to come and see what is offered at Pierce College. A day like Halloween, however, is not really helping any student who comes to campus to learn or nurture their college education.

Costumes are a huge distraction, which can make it hard for students to pay attention in class. Professors can have a hard time trying to figure out who is who if a costume is blocking a student's face. Masks are not allowed on campus, but some students don't follow the rules and dress how they want.

Though rules are put in place on campus for what students can wear on Halloween, there are always those who come dressed in whatever they feel like wearing, or what they think will grab people's

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attention.

Not everyone who comes to campus will wear a costume on Halloween. Some students forget, don't celebrate Halloween, or don't have the time or money to put a costume together. Some students are not able to come to campus with a costume due to religious reasons or because they find costumes offensive.

Some students might not have the time to take part in the holiday when they come to campus due to having a job later in the day, or they have a need to stay focused on their courses. Costumes are what define Halloween, but it's not for everyone.

People go to school to learn and get along in life by picking a major and sticking with their program. Even if it is one day out of the year, students are growing older and getting more mature. Wearing a costume just because it's a holiday is not something that campus life needs.

Going to a costume party with friends after school makes more sense than coming to campus with a costume that isn't built for hot temperatures just to show off to others that they are holiday friendly.

Costumes are a distraction, and though fitting in on Halloween by coming in attire suited for the holiday is fun for some, campus life would be better for everyone if Halloween was just like a typical everyday experience.

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“Iwouldfeelharassedif somebodyisobviouslystaring atmeormybodyandistrying togetclosetome.Also,if theyʼreinvadingmypersonal spaceandkeeptryingtotalk tomeeventhoughIalready letthemknowthatIʼmnot interested.”

-RebeccaBecerra,21,Psychology

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“Anydisrespectfulbehavior thatchangessomeoneʼs mood in an instant is harassment. You could be in a greatmoodonesecond,then yougetcatcalled,anditputs youinareallybadplace.”

- Natalie Deloera, 21, Photojournalism

“Anythingthathastodo withcallingoutaboutmy body,oranythingwaytoo personal,isharassment.”

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Kraus said the food trucks do a good job on campus, and provide quick service to students in a rush.

“Students have a very short period of time to get to their next class. On their way, they may have to visit a vending machine, get a quick snack, and go on to their next class. We're talking about ten minutes, and if we can intercept them into the food court, and get them served quickly all the better,” Kraus said. “But because the layout of the college is so large, they play a very important role in meeting the nutritional needs of the students.”

Kahwajian said he has heard criticisms about using limited vendors as a primary choice. He said that people are concerned that the campus is lacking the “equal opportunity to be able to come in, and compete for the business of people here at Pierce.”

“I haven’t heard negative feedback, but I will qualify with I haven’t heard enthusiastic feedback,” Kahwajian said. “Some individuals think it’s not fair to limit options.”

Kahwajian said he wants to remain neutral despite hearing mixed reviews from colleagues.

“I’m being open to seeing both sides,” Kahwajian said. “I’m trying to keep an open mind and then hopefully gather information personally before I can criticize it or be in favor of it.”

Pacific Dining Manager Brian Robertson said in an email that Pacific Dining’s services have been well received.

“We believe the procedures for getting a quote and placing an order are simple and efficient. As with any new procedures, it takes time for everybody to become comfortable with the process,” Robertson said.

Kahwajian said he will have a better idea of whether this change makes sense after a few semesters with the procedure in use.

“As far as impact goes, that remains to be seen. We will have a better idea of what the track record will be for this new company and how satisfied students and staff and faculty are with the services provided,” Kahwajian said. “At this point, it is too early to really say what the effects will be. We will find out.”

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On-campus accidents on the rise

Officials

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increase of car accidents to distracted drivers and pedestrians

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These incidents were reported between Oct. 5 - Oct. 13

10/05

•Student Incident

Two students were arguing over a parking spot in Parking Lot 1 at 8:30 p.m.

10/11

•Chalk Writing in Gazebo Graffiti chalk writing supporting veganism was reported on the gazebo pillars near the Free Speech Area. (See page 5)

10/12

•Bike Theft

The number of students struck by cars on campus rose during the last nine months, and officials said many are caused by distracted pedestrians and drivers.

Vice President of Administrative Services Rolf Schleicher said that the rise of student accidents is due to drivers and pedestrians not paying attention while in the parking lots.

“In the last nine months, we have had more students hit by cars,” Schleicher said.

Most recently, a motorcycle and car collided by the Orange Line on Oct. 13, sending the motorcyclist to the hospital.

On Oct. 2 a vehicle cut into the intersection causing a car to flip and another to crash into the curb on Victory Boulevard.

Schleicher said accidents like these occur because students are rushing to and from class. Texting while driving is also a big

concern, he added. “The rise of the cellphone has been the biggest detriment we have had,” Schleicher said. “As wonderful as a tool it is, it has made safety a much bigger problem.”

" The speed limit is 8 mph in the parking lots. Not 18 mph, 8. Pedestrians come shooting out between cars. I don’t know what it is "

- Al Guerrero Deputy Team Leader

Safety precautions have been implemented on campus to combat the issue. Schleicher said flashing lights have been placed to alert

cars while driving. Schleicher also said that students should let each other know to be aware while on campus. “Students will listen to other students,” Schleicher said. “It sounds really basic, but it really works.”

Deputy Lazaro Sanchez said students need to be aware when in the parking lots. Sanchez said cellphones and not paying attention to regular traffic rules cause accidents.

“Look both ways. It’s an issue of attention for drivers and pedestrians,” Sanchez said. “That’s why accidents happen.”

Pierce Sheriff’s Department Team Leader Al Guerrero said he recently witnessed two cars almost colliding and a car swerving around two students to get through the parking lot.

Guerrero said that cellphones are also an issue. He said that nothing is too important to be looking at on a phone while driving or walking in a parking lot.

attention from the drivers and pedestrians that cause accidents.

Guerrero also said the speed limit in the parking lot is sometimes not obeyed.

“The speed limit is 8 mph in the parking lots. Not 18 mph, 8,” Guerrero said. “Pedestrians come shooting out between cars. I don’t know what it is.”

Guerrero said adding more speed bumps, parking spaces for people who have disabilities and speed limits signs would make the parking lots safer.

He also said extending the drop off area in Parking Lot 7, which has the most accidents overall, would help reduce incidents because it has straight away lanes that a lot of students walk through.

Guerrero said that Pierce has less access points to campus, with only four.

“I hope the frequency of accidents comes down,” Guerrero said. “That’s not up to me, that’s up to every student that comes on campus.”

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An unknown suspect stole a locked bike from the bike rack by the math building between 8:40 a.m. and 3:50 p.m.

10/13

•Vandalism

A student reported that his tire was slashed on Mason Avenue and El Rancho Drive between 8:30 and 11:30 a.m.

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A gold Cadillac Escalade and a green Jeep Cherokee block the south side lanes on Brahma Drive and Winnetka Avenue in Woodland Hills, Calif. on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2017. Team Leader Al Guerrero said it appears as though the Jeep was trying to turn onto campus, but oncoming traffic was too close.

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Giving back through education Student Services and Equity Dean acts as a role model on campus

ARIELLE ZOLEZZI Reporter @ArielleZolezzi

Pierce College’s new faculty member first planned on being a teacher, but she soon realized that to do what she loved, she had to change her path.

As a first-generation college student, new Dean of Student Services and Equity Genice Sarcedo-Magruder said she wants to give back to the community and assist students who are like her.

“It wasn’t until I went off to college, that I really had my first black professor or women of color who were in leadership roles,” Sarcedo-Magruder said. “I feel like it is really important, now that I am on the other side to assist students.” Sarcedo-Magruder said her goal as a staff member is to further assist students if they need any resources.

“When I think back to when I was a student, and I think about the type of adults that I wish I would have had in my life, now as a professional, I’m trying to be that person,” Sarcedo-Magruder said. “As a first-generation student, it isn’t like I could have just gone home to ask those questions about pursuing a master’s, doctorate or attending a four-year school, because no one in my family had ever done that.”

Originally planning to be an English teacher, she realized that it wasn’t the career that she had in mind.

“I remember going home and talking to my roommate being super stressed out and saying, ‘I can’t do this; how do people teach?’” Sarcedo-Magruder said. “I thought, ‘Oh God, what am I going to do with my life?’”

She had a mentor tell her that counseling is a career path. This hadn’t occurred to her before.

After finishing work study, Sarcedo-Magruder became a resident assistant in her dorms,

where she became involved in student life and activities, and became a student leader. She pursued her master’s and began to work in higher education. From there, she decided that she wanted to advance her career and take it to the next level, moving from direct service to administration.

Sarcedo-Magruder earned her doctorate in educational leadership with an emphasis in community college and higher education at Cal. State Long Beach, where she had previously served as a Title IX investigator in the office of equity and diversity. Her dissertation research focused on experiences of students of color that led them to be successful in higher education.

According to SarcedoMagruder, Title IX investigator acts as a neutral party in the investigation and provides a detailed, unbiased report regarding the findings of the investigation. Responsibilities include: investigation and consultation, receiving complaints of sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, gender related violence, stalking and race-related violence to determine if what has been alleged happened.

At CSULB, she worked in the Women and Gender Equity Center on the educational and prevention side. Her work included peer mentor programs and in person training. She was also involved with Sister Friends, an outreach program for black women, which helped women feel strong, capable and empowered.

While at the University of California, Irvine, she worked in the LGBT club and spent time working with the cross-cultural center to do programming for students of color and worked specifically with them.

According to SarcedoMagruder, she enjoyed creating these safe social places, where people could share whatever was going on in their lives and receive support from other people.

Sarcedo-Magruder said that her programs’ open houses had an

impact on the students, showing them that they had a safe, inclusive space, and that there are people like them. It also provided resources and connections.

She said she enjoys facilitating multiple parts of people’s identities, instead of sticking them in the basic labels society would give them.

Vice President of Student Services Earic Dixon-Peters said Sarcedo-Magruder is a great fit for

Pierce.

“There are two things that come to my mind when thinking of Genice, one being the professional skills she possesses and her ability to do the job,” said Dixon-Peters. “The second is, she is a great fit with expertise that we normally wouldn’t interview for.”

Since joining the Pierce staff, her co-workers have noticed how passionate she is about what she

does and how much of an asset she is going to be to the college.

Alternative Media Specialist Suleman Ishaque said SarcedoMagruder has been helpful to staff and students.

“Since the first day that she has been here, she just jumped in with both feet to perform her duties and has gone above and beyond,” Ishaque said. “I have been at Pierce for a very long time, and very few

times I have seen someone take on the leadership role so fast and so down to earth, like no job is beneath her. This department was a free falling elevator when she got here, and she immediately put a stop to that free fall, so we are thankful.”

“I never had that role model, so I’m trying to be that now,” Sarcedo-Magruder said.

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Genice Sarcedo-Magruder, Dean of Student Services and Equity, sits in front of the Student Services Building at Pierce College in Woodland Hills, Calif. on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017. Sarcedo-Magruder earned her doctorate in educational leadership.

is the key to survival

The Student Health Center offers free breast exams and mammogram's for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

For most of us, October is a month of ghouls, goblins and candy galore, but it’s also a month to be aware of lumps.

The Student Health Center was out on the Mall on Monday, Oct. 16, raising awareness about breast cancer.

Kaylin Reyna, a public health major at Cal. State Northridge, interns at the Student Health Center and was assisting at the event, answering questions about breast cancer.

“We’re here to give students information, and we have fake boobies that have lumps in them and we’re asking students to feel for the lumps so they know what to look for when they’re doing their self breast exams,” Reyna said. “We have free breast exams, so you can come in and make an appointment at the health center along with a physical exam.”

The Student Health Center had a tent set up with information flyers and pamphlets to give out about breast cancer. They also

had written facts for students to read. Students who touched and examined the fake breasts and

read the facts, were given prizes such as, breast cancer awareness socks, razors and bracelets.

Veganism, let's chalk about it

Colorful messages around campus have grabbed the attention of Pierce College students.

Whether you go up the stairs to the music building or to the library, you'll see chalk written on the floor or on the walls.

The vegan chalk challenge is a social media movement that educates students about a vegan lifestyle. Students have written vegan messages in chalk around campus to promote and educate for the cause. According to Vegan Society advisor Stephanie Winnard, the club is not involved in the movement.

"Our club did not participate in that challenge, although I have heard of it, and I heard there were some vegan chalk messages on campus, but not done by our club," Winnard said.

Trevor Mendez, 18, said he couldn't help but read the vegan messages. By reading a few, Mendez become aware of the vegan way of living.

“I think it's a good movement. I never really knew anything about vegans, so this is all new to me,” Mendez said.

Jonathan Mejia, 18, noticed the vegan chalk messages on his way to the library.

“It got my attention because of the colors, and it's written in big letters. It's a good way to show people what vegan is about,” Mejia said. “I actually don't know anything about being vegan. I wanted to be vegan myself, but I didn't have the courage to do it.”

Tomas Ciriaco, 19, said the messages presented her with different arguments in favor of the lifestyle.

"It was surprising when I came to school and I saw it all the way up the steps. It really brought up some points to me," Ciriaco said. "It's a really simple, but effective way."

This movement has been effective in getting the point across on campus, Ciriaco said. Whether it's changing student's perspectives or making them do research to know more about it, the vegan chalk challenge is a way of educating and spreading awareness about animal cruelty and healthy eating, she said.

"I think it's really interesting because you can get the message across that animals can get hurt and things

like that," Ciriaco said. "I didn't know about some of the things that animals go through."

Scott Aaronson, 42, read some messages on his way to the music building.

"I'm not vegan. I don't claim to be vegan because I wear leather. But health-wise, not eating dairy, eggs and loving animals, I'm all for that," Aaronson said.

Creativity and a colorful chalks it's what has taken to spread awareness about being a vegan.

The chalk challenge was reported to the Sheriff’s Department and was described as graffiti. Refer to the Brahma Blotter on page 3.

Jade Archer, an engineering and math major, said that she walked to the tent because she was curious

to see why there were fake breasts laid out.

“In this society, people get

shamed for their bodies, so you don’t become familiar with it,” Archer said. “Checking it allows you to see what is normal for your body, and if something goes wrong, you can detect it a lot earlier by doing regular exams and things like that.”

After speaking with members from the Student Health Center, Archer said she has a better understanding of what lumps to look for when doing self breast exams.

“As a woman, you have to feel for lumps, but you don’t really know exactly what it’s supposed to feel like,” Archer said. “Now I can know what it’s like to feel for one that is actually problematic.”

Inna Litvak, an intern at the Student Health Center, said that there are many services at the Student Health Center that are provided for little to no cost.

“For no-cost services, we have psychological and nutrition counseling, family planning, free condoms, over-the-counter medications for first aid and physical exams,” Litvak said. They also provide pregnancy tests, birth control, Plan B, STD testing and HIV screening.

The Student Health Center is on the Mall almost every week to help to students become familiar with the services they have to offer. They have a confidential form that students can fill out to make an appointment, needing only to provide only student ID and phone number.

16, 2017.

UC Application Workshop at the CTC from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Stupid F*cking Bird Play at the LAPC Theatre at 8 p.m.

Library open from 10:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Topanga Vintage Market on Parking Lot 7 from 8 to 3 p.m. Library closed

Think pink, support the fight

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Student Health Center organized a booth on campus to pass out information about the disease and bring more recognition to the issue.

On Monday, Oct. 16, interns were on the Mall teaching students how to perform self breast exams to better understand how to do them and explain the importance of going to their doctors to get mammograms.

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month was started in 1985 by the American Cancer Society and Imperial Chemical Industries, according to the maurerfoundation.org

Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week is the third week of October and National Mammography Day is the third Friday of the month.

To get more information, visit the Student Health Center located on the second floor of the Student Services Building. The office is open Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Friday for medical from 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., and for counseling from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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Above: A hand made sign reads “ Breast Cancer Awareness Month” is placed in front of the display table full of brochures for the Breast Cancer Awareness table the Health Center hosted on the mall at Pierce College, in Woodland Hills, Calif.

Left: Kaylin Reyna, a public health major at Cal. State Northridge, gives students who approached the breast cancer awareness table tips and information breast cancer and mammograms. Reyna also had the students feel a fake breast, so they can understand how to do self exams and feels for lumps.

Above: Jade Archer, Pierce College student stops by the Breast Cancer Awareness table to feel the fake breast. Inna Litvak and Jeanny Escobar, Health Center interns, inform Archer about the importance of doing self exams and also going to get a mammogram.

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Victory Bell heartbreak

Blocked field goal prevents the team from getting the win

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The football team fell short in their attempt to regain the Victory Bell, losing to the LA Valley College Monarchs 7-6 at Monarch Stadium.

Interim Head Coach James Sims said that his intention was going for the two-point conversion, but instead went for the field goal attempt.

“We were at the 1-yard line,” Sims said. “I had the inclination to go ahead and run it, try to run it in and punch it in. The coaches decided they wanted to kick it, and I went with my coaching staff, and we lost it.”

The blocked field goal was the final of many close, but scoreless, drives that were stopped by Valley’s defense, frustrating the Brahmas’ offense throughout the game. Valley was prepared for the Brahmas’ last chance at a lead.

Valley’s Head Coach Matt White said that they had studied the Brahmas’ field goal attempts on film.

“We double called it,” White said. “We had seen some things on film with their field goal. We came up with a specific block for that. Luckily enough, it worked.”

Pierce’s Steve Barragan intercepted and returned the football 29 yards with 14:40 minutes on the clock. Brahma

Jonathan Saavedra was intercepted twice in the game, while Valley’s Kalawaia Judd was intercepted

once.

The second quarter saw more mistakes from both teams.

Monarchs’ Arkemus Baskerv fumbled the ball, but his teammate Ingram Scroggin recovered it.

Valley again fumbled, but Isaiah Poche recovered it for the Brahmas at their own 24-yard line. The team, however, returned the fumble and Darius Harris recovered it for the Monarchs.

Both teams stopped their drives with fumbles by halftime. Valley made it into Pierce territory seven times without scoring.

The Brahmas’ offense had trouble making it out of their own territory. The team started

the third quarter hoping for a comeback.

“We switched up our offense,” Sims said. “We went to a different offense that we’ve been working on for four weeks, and we knew they weren’t prepared for it.”

Despite the change in tactics, Pierce remained scoreless.

Valley’s Gary Gandy scored with an 11-yard touchdown run, making the score 6-0.

Pierce finally scored during the fourth quarter at the 1-yard line.

Brahma Marquise Mickens rushed in for the touchdown, however, their two-point conversion attempt failed after their touchdown.

Valley later completed a field

Soccer drops WSC-South opener

Corsairs win as Brahmas lose second consecutive game

FELIPE GAMINO Sports Editor @fgamino13

Injuries made the Brahmas’ first conference game a difficult one, with a 1-0 loss to the Santa Monica City College Corsairs.

As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the team wore pink socks to show its support for the cause.

In addition to not having midfielder Adriana Sosa for the rest of the season, the team was also without forward Leslie Jolon, who was injured for this game.

Goalie Brianna Jacobo was put to the test early on, making a double save to prevent the Corsairs from scoring.

Corsairs’ goalkeeper Emma Romero blocked team captain Gisell Cruz’s header.

The game was stopped late in the first half due to Santa Monica’s forward Chrystal Dorado sustaining an injury. She was benched for the rest of the game.

In the second half, the Corsairs picked up where they left off, as midfielder Josseline Espinoza fired a shot from outside the 18, forcing Jacobo to make another save.

The Corsairs took advantage of their opportunities, and forward Daysi Serrano scored to put the conference leaders ahead.

Brahmas’ midfielder Jennifer Veliz tested Romero, who was forced to push the ball out for a corner kick. The team had many opportunities to score, but they weren’t clinical.

Head Coach Adolfo Perez said that his team had a hard time scoring and was frustrated by the wasted opportunities.

“We worked all week. We had 19 throw-ins. That is impossible,” Perez

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Soccer 10/20

The soccer team are on the road as they travel to cross-town rival LA Valley College following their 1-0 loss against Santa Monica City College.

The Brahmas (6-4-3) are third in the Western State-South Conference behind the Corsairs and the Monarchs who are 2-0 in conference play.

The Monarchs come from beating Glendale College 4-0 in their game on Friday.

The game kicks off at 4 p.m.

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Football 10/21

After losing the Victory Bell game to the LA Valley College Monarchs, the team returns to John Shepard Stadium as they host Citrus College.

The Brahmas (2-4) are on a two-game losing streak as they also lost to San Diego Mesa College 31-13 before having a bye week.

Citrus are 1-5 and come from losing against Antelope Valley College 13-6.

Game starts at 6 p.m.

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said. “We mistake achievement for activity or activity for achievement. We were better than last week, though.”

Perez said that his team is in the same predicament they were in last season, but they managed to win conference.

“We lost our first game last season and then ended up winning conference,” Perez said. “We are hoping to be the same this year. It’s going to be a little harder. We have to find ways to score. There is no excuse.”

Perez said that there is intensity in these types of games, and the team made the same mistakes it had made in previous games.

“We keep allowing the same goal. We don’t look over our right shoulder. We have to work on that. There is nothing much you can do if it keeps happening over and over,” Perez said.

Pierce’s forward Tylee Low said

that the team has to keep improving, but they are coming back from injuries.

“We just have to keep growing. We only had 14 on the roster today. There is nothing much we can do,” Low said. “Once we work on our conditioning and our strength, it will be a lot easier to move the ball and get where we need to be.”

Low is optimistic that the team still can win conference because of their talent.

“We still can win conference. We just need to keep our heads high. We have a strong team, and as long as we do that, we can come back. We did it last year,” Low said. “We did it last year with even worse numbers.”

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goal, allowing them to win.

Sims was proud of his players despite the loss, because he said they should have won.

“I’m proud of them. We took some shots,” Sims said. “It hurts, we were there. We should have won this game.”

White was proud of his team’s defense and gave them credit for the strong defense throughout the game.

“It was a game of the ages, a classic,” White said. “For the most part, we got a little bit lucky, too. Sometimes it’s better to be lucky than good.”

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14 kills in the game against Citrus College

How do you feel about your performance?

“I felt pretty great. Not only in my number of kills. I just told myself to do my best.”

How does the team feel winning six games straight?

“It feels good. I’m not concerned about the wins, its about how we win that counts.”

What are your goals for the remainder of the season?

“Getting my feet to the ball and the goal is to go into state playoffs with momentum.”

How do you want your coaches to remember you by?

“I want them to remember me as a leader.”

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Valley Collegeʼs Ivan Mertilus tries to block Pierce Collegeʼs Kyshawn Richards at Los Angeles Valley College on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017.

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Santa Monica Collegeʼs Paulina Salas and Amber King put pressure on Pierce Collegeʼs Esmeralda Guzman at The Pit on Friday, Oct. 13, at Pierce College in Woodland Hills Calif.

Culture barrier no excuse Anamaria Stanciu proves there are no obstacles

JESSICA VAUGHAN Reporter @JVaughanRoundup

Learning a new language, adapting to a new time zone and leaving loved ones behind is tough for anyone to experience.

Anamaria Stanciu, 21, came to California as a junior, and attended Renaissance Academy in Altadena, where she received a student visa that would allow her to go to high school and transfer to the college of her choice.

From there, she committed to attend Pierce College and contribute as a dedicated player for the women’s volleyball team.

Stanciu had the choice to go to North Carolina, South Carolina or California. After talking the decision over with her parents, she chose California, which ultimately became her home. When she made the move, she was placed with a host family, whom she still contacts. After high school, she was able to live on her own and has roomed with some of her teammates.

Graduating high school in the United States has been one of Stanciu’s biggest accomplishments. She anticipates graduating college and continuing her dedication to volleyball. Stanciu was born and raised in Romania and fell in love with volleyball when she was 12. Learning how to be a leader within a team and being able to bring joy to people through the sport made her happy.

She met head coach Nabil Mardini through the club team she played in during high school, and she made the choice to continue to play for Pierce after graduating. She is a utility player for the Brahmas. She is able to go in the game and do different things on the court. Mardini said that Stanciu is a team player and is willing to play where she is needed to help out her team.

Stanciu spends the majority of her time and effort working to be the best volleyball player she can be. It helps

her to be around people that she loves and cares about because she is far from her parents.

“It makes me happy to be here. When we don’t have practice and I have nothing to do, it’s weird. I’m missing something. I have to be here everyday,” Stanciu said. “I live for this.”

Spending every day with her team makes her happy. Stanciu said that

the volleyball players are her only friends, and they offer her help.

“I don’t know what I would do without them because my parents are not here. Being with them really helps me grow,” Stanciu said.

Stanciu is grateful for the opportunity she was given to learn and grow in a new country.

“I want to thank my parents so much for pushing me to be here. I

belong here. Every time I go home, I feel like I am missing something. My country is not for me. I love America,” Stanciu said. Though she has found a new home in America, she misses her parents and wishes she could go home after a long practice and have a homecooked meal. She has been taking her journey day-by-day and finds comfort in talking to her mom often.

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Whenever Stanciu felt like she was struggling with her adjustment, her parents would encourage her to not quit because she had already accomplished so much. It motivates her to know how much her parents invested and gave for her to be in the United States.

Stanciu has plans to transfer to a university after this year, and she hopes to receive a scholarship to play volleyball and continue her studies as a communications major.

She said that she is in a good environment, and she has built a good foundation in Los Angeles and desires to continue her education locally.

Mardini thinks nothing but positive things about Stanciu and her contribution to the team.

“Skill-wise, she can do it all. She can set, she can hit, she can serve. She’s a well-rounded player. As a person, she is funny, she is witty; she’s got that edge about her,” Mardini said.

Mardini knows that moving to a new country to study is not easy and is not the best fit for everyone. He has seen international students come and go. Stanciu has been in America for four years and has maintained the strength and dedication to move forward to stay in the country and achieve her goals.

“When you are ambitious and you are driven, you do things you don't know that you can do. That's the key,” Mardini said. “I think Ana has high aspirations and wants to succeed. She's Just a strong person.”

Mardini noticed a development in the other volleyball players with their growing curiosity, respect and understanding about having an international student on the team. He said it is vital for them to embrace the opportunity to learn from another person.

“It educates the girls. There is another world outside of Los Angeles, and its important for them to know that,” Mardini said.

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Volleyball 10/18

The Brahmas are back at Ken Stanley Court for their match against the Victor Valley Rams.

The team achieved their sixth win in a row in their away game against the Citrus College Owls. The team is currently first in the Western StateEast Conference and third in the state rankings with an overall record of 16-5.

Victor Valley comes from a two-game winning streak against Glendale and Los Angeles Mission College, and the match with Pierce will be the first time the teams face each other this season.

Defensive specialist Linnea Romero said that the team’s successive wins keeps enthusiasm high between games.

“Each win helps the next game and keeps the momentum going, so we’re bringing that into this coming game,” Romero said.

The game will begin at 6 p.m.

Volleyball 10/20

The women’s volleyball team takes to the road in its face-off against the Glendale College Vaqueros.

After a four-game losing streak, Glendale will play against the Brahmas in the first match between the two teams this season.

The game begins at 6 p.m.

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Anamaria Stanciu cheers during practice with her teammates on Ken Stanley Court at Pierce College in Woodland Hills Calif. on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2017.