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THE POLL: Because of the H1N1 pandemic in 2009, will you get a flu shot this year?
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NEWS/CALIFORNIA’S BUDGET WOES/ 3 • VIEWS/SELF WORTH/ 11 • STYLE/DATE NIGHT/ 15
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We spend countless hours secluded in a dark room. Blocked from the rest of the world by a locked door and cheap vinyl-covered windows, we work until the late hours many nights. We dash from story to story, fi eld to fi eld and game to game, chasing the next big event and hoping to walk away with just a few simple words from a key person. We take in the entire event: the location, the surroundings, the weather, the people, the actions, the expressions, and the emotion. We let it soak into our heads. We bring the total experience into the newsroom in hopes of somehow condensing a real-life event into a few short paragraphs on paper. We do not do this for pay; we do not do this for fame and recognition, and we do not do it because we are commanded to do so. Why do we do it? Passion. / Dan Espinosa / Sports Editor
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THE GREaTEST / The Rolling Stones rank third on VH1’s 100 Greatest Artists Of All Time countodown list. / Patrick Schneider
AVOID SICK TIME NEWS 5 / It’s that time of the year again. At its worst, the fl u virus kills thousands each year. Getting a vaccine, available at Santa Ana College’s Health Center, is one of the ways to avoid getting sick.
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DONS DEFENSE SHINES SPORTS 10 / The Santa Monica off ense falls to the brute stopping power of the Don defense. Santa Ana’s off ense gives it an amazing lead against the Corsairs on the SMC home fi eld.
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AROUND CAMPUS
Originally built to serve 45 children, the renovated Centennial Education Center Child Development Center unveiled Thursday will now accommodate 200 kids. The Center, expanded at a cost of $678,000, enables parents to leave their children while they are at work or school. “We follow children’s interests and that’s just how it works here,” said Golanda Gsca, a teacher at the CDC. “For example, if one child likes dinosaurs, we’ll set up an environment in dinosaurs in different areas that we have in the classroom.” The center helps SAC and CEC students attend classes without worrying about their children. / Elaiza Armas
CAMPUS ALERT
bike thefts plague campus
Two bikes were stolen in one day between the Drip Coffee stand and the library. About 10 bikes have been stolen this semester at SAC and the Digital Media Center. “Security would tell us that if we see suspicious people standing around the bikes to let them know,” freshman Adam Bolanos said. Low quality locks are one of the reasons for the thefts. “Get a heavy duty, U-shape lock to prevent these bike thefts,” said Campus Safety and Security Supervisor James Wooley. / Cervante Pope
NO BORDERS / Gary Lara, CEC Student Development Adviser, Jessica Cruz and Carlo Chavez enjoy the music, food and drinks in Santa Ana College’s Sept. 16 event in the Quad celebrating Latinos and their culture. / Daniel Hubert
Students come together to celebrate Latino Diversity
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olorful booths drew a crowd of students to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, observed starting every September 15 throughout Central and South America to commemorate the independence of five Latin American countries. This year marked 200 years since Mexico claimed independence and Chile won its freedom from Spain. Students at Santa Ana College hosted several campus events including rows of small booths near the central fountain. Each one represented a different Latin country, and offered information
about that country’s music, sports, food, and art. Reggaeton, salsa, and other Latin music added a little flavor. Nadia Lopez, Associated Student Government president, said, “We want to educate people and let them know that being Hispanic does not mean you are Mexican. People need
to know that it’s all of Central and South America, and although people have heard about these countries, they usually know nothing about them.” Jessica Cruz, student development coordinator of the Centennial Education Center, was also at the event to help SAC build bridges between
the different divisions of Rancho Santiago Community College District. Lopez said ASG is trying to improve communication among all students at SAC, Santiago Canyon College, SCC Orange Education Center, and the Orange County Sheriff ’s Regional Training Academy. Lopez said it is important to her and to other students at SAC to keep Hispanic heritage alive. “My country has a beautiful culture, one that goes way back even before the Aztecs,” said SAC student Martin Millan. “It would just be nice to let everyone know more about the language and customs since Spanish is spoken in so many countries.” The event, planned three weeks in advance with the help of student volunteers, also included a Latino Film Festival. It featured one full-length and three short films, each from a different country.
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BUDGET DELAY HURTS STUDENTS STATE: Release of $9 million in reserve funds should ease pressure for now, but relief will only tide the district over until November.
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Despite record cuts in education spending, intensified by the inability of California’s legislature to pass a budget, the district has saved millions, leaving its two colleges in better shape than others. “The state has done this in the past couple years, so we’ve prepared for that,” said Peter Hardash, vice chancellor for business operations and fiscal services. The monies should tide the district over until November. Millions of dollars in cuts have resulted in the layoffs of adjunct faculty and classified employees, and reduced course selections and other services across college districts and in the CSU and UC systems. Despite feeling the pinch, the district has offset the funding shortfall by releasing $9 million in reserve funds. “We’ll try to find any other alternative we can other than cutting classes,” Hardash said. In the past nine years, partisan politics has delayed the passing of the state budget. The current budget delay is the second longest in state history. Only one state budget, the 2006-2007 budget, has been passed on time. Now California has broken the previous 85-day record stalemate of 2008, as state lawmakers squabble over how to close a $19 billion deficit. Without a budget, the state cannot fund higher education, among other services it provides. In past years, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has slashed funding for higher education, including community colleges, California State Universities and Universities of California. Last year, efforts to close the budget deficit resulted in cuts of $520 million to colleges statewide. Despite a healthier fiscal outlook, RSCCD has not been immune. It has cut sports teams, limited theater
STALLED / California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger unveiled his state budget earlier this year. However, lawmakers are in a stalemate over cuts to multiple public services. / Hector Amezcua
productions and discontinued winter intercession classes. SAC was also forced to cut 10 percent of its course offerings, forcing students to stay for additional semesters. The budget should have been
passed by the July 1 deadline. Under the state constitution the budget must be signed into law each year by July 1, which is the beginning of the state’s fiscal year. If a budget is not passed by that time, the state cannot issue payments to most sections of the
MONEY TROUBLES
government. The budget impasse has denied community colleges $393 million. Another $450 million should be released Tuesday—that is if the budget passes. “If this budget isn’t settled by September 28, there will be a few community colleges who will have difficulty meeting payroll,” said Jack Scott, California Community Colleges chancellor. RSCCD has enough to cover expenses, including payroll, until November. Past that would be a problem, Hardash said. Other districts have not been so lucky. Last year’s funding cuts, combined with the budget impasse, is “forcing districts to take extraordinary measures to remain solvent,” said Erik Skinner, fiscal director of the California Community Colleges. Those include borrowing from county governments, taking shortterm loans from banks and investors and dipping into bookstore and cafeteria funds, he said. The delay has already cost colleges more than $5 million in loan interest, Skinner added. “That could have been spent on classes instead,” he said. About 93 percent of the district’s total budget comes from taxpayers, divided between government’s general fund and local property taxes, both of which have been negatively affected by the current economic downturn. The rest of the funds come from student fees and other sources. If the legislature and Gov. Schwarzenegger can’t pass a budget before the midterm elections in November, a budget will be on hold until December, when the new governor and legislature meet for the first time. “There has been a pattern in California that the budget is passed late more often that not, and it seems that in recent years, that problem has
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The current budget delay is the second-longest in state history. Only one state budget, the 2006-2007 budget, has been passed on time in the past nine years. Since 2000, UC fees have risen 215 percent, and CSU fees have gone up 280 percent. The state universities dropped 40,000 students this year alone.
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Flu Myths UNMASKED
A DOSE OF PREVENTION MIGHT KEEP YOU WELL Health: Some fear flu vaccine despite strong evidence that it works in most cases.
The 2009 H1N1 pandemic killed thousands and sent millions to clinics worldwide. / Chuck Liddy
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over your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Wash your hands often with soap and water, or use an alcohol-based hand rub. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, and close contact with sick people. A well-nourished immune system helps fight off infections, so emphasize fruits and vegetables. Exercise regularly to boost your body’s immunity, the natural defense against a virus. Get plenty of sleep and reduce stress.
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Most experts think flu viruses are spread mainly by droplets when people with flu cough, sneeze, or talk, and can land in the mouths or noses of people nearby or be inhaled. A person might also get flu by touching a surface with flu virus on it and then touching their mouth or nose.
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People typically suffer from high fever, headache, tiredness, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, diarrhea and vomiting (more common among children than adults).
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Adults can infect others beginning one day before symptoms develop and up to seven days after becoming sick. Children may pass along the virus for longer than a week. Symptoms start one to four days after the virus enters the body. Some people can be infected with the flu virus but have no symptoms, and those persons may still spread the virus to others.
The SAC Health Center will offer flu immunization beginning Oct. 4, but every year misconceptions about the effectiveness of the flu vaccine prevent many students from getting immunized. “Whenever you get the flu shot, you get sick,” freshman Karina Macias, a criminal justice student, said. But a flu shot cannot cause flu, because the influenza viruses contained in a flu shot are inactivated or killed during the manufacturing process. Nonetheless, there are several reasons why someone might get flu-like symptoms even after they have been vaccinated against seasonal flu. For example, you may be exposed to an influenza virus shortly before getting vaccinated or during the two-week period that it takes the body to gain protection after getting immunized. You could become ill from a non-flu virus that also causes flu-like symptoms, such as a cold. Or you might be exposed to an influenza virus that is different from the viruses included in the vaccine. Protection depends largely on the similarity or “match” between the virus or viruses in the vaccine and those in circulation. The three vaccine viruses chosen this season, including H1N1, maximize the likelihood of counteracting the main circulating viruses during the upcoming flu season. During well-matched years, clinical trials have shown vaccine effectiveness of between 70- to 90 percent among healthy adults. “I think it’s a good thing. I guess it works for some, but not for everyone,” junior Esmeralda Guerrero, history and social work
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grown worse,� Skinner said. Relief may come from more than $200 million in federal stimulus funds. But while UCs and CSUs will receive about $100 million each, community colleges, which educate more students, will only receive $5 million. The California Community Colleges, the largest system of higher education in the nation, is composed of 72 districts with 112 colleges serving 2.7 million students. Enrollment peaked at 3 million students in 2008-2009. Roughly 140,000 students were turned away in the 2009-2010 academic year, according to the Chancellor’s office. Large graduating classes of high school seniors, returning veterans and unemployed workers seeking retraining result in unprecedented demands on the system in the face of budget cuts. The $5 million in federal stimulus funds will be used for student services that have eroded in recent years, including hiring financial aid staffers, academic counselors
and support services for disabled students. But even at SAC, officials anticipate that more students will have to stay longer because the college can’t offer as many classes as before, said Norman Fujimoto, vice president of academic affairs. “Students will have trouble finishing their certificates and degrees in a minimal amount of time due to the difficulty in obtaining classes. This means students may be here longer than they planned,� Fujimoto said. Jessica Rodriguez, a freshman biology major at SAC, said that limited class options put pressure on her to pick sections inconvenient to her schedule. “In order for us to move forward we need to be educated,� said Rodriguez. Because the state is struggling, there has been talk of increasing per-unit fees from $26 to $40. While the district and its two colleges have no authority to raise tuition, the nonpartisan Legislative Analyst Office recommended that fees be raised.
PROTEST / Former ASG President Alex Flores tells the student body about the threat of increasing fees at a rally to protest budget cuts. / monica Ortiz
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FLU: SHOTS AVAILABLE major said. And some people do remain unprotected from flu despite getting the vaccine. This is more likely to occur among the elderly or people who have weakened immune systems. However, among these groups a flu vaccine can still help prevent complications. The most common side effect of a seasonal flu shot is soreness at the injection site, which usually lasts less than two days. Rare symptoms include fever, muscle pain and feelings of discomfort or weakness. Over the course of a flu season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study samples of flu viruses circulating during that season to evaluate how close a match there is between viruses in the vaccine and circulating viruses. Flu season begins in the fall and can last as late as May.
In most years the seasonal flu activity peaks in January or later. Vaccinations last throughout the year. Myths about vaccines are not the only reason some students shy away. “Young people don’t believe they will get sick,� registered nurse Katherine Bowden said. “There is a lack of knowledge as to the availability of the vaccine. People don’t know it’s at the Health Center. People also don’t like shots.� If questions remain about whether you should get a flu vaccine, consult your health care provider. But you might want to act soon. When the SAC Health Center begins offering flu immunization beginning Oct. 4, at a cost of $15, only 500 will be available. Health Center hours are Monday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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FlU SHOT / SAC President Erlinda Martinez rolls up her sleeve at the Health Center, setting an example for others on campus. / Daniel Hubert
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INCOMING / Midfielder Ashley West prepares for impact as a ball comes rocketing at her face during the game against Orange Coast College Sept. 17. / David DeRidder / el Don
IT’S ALL ABOUT DEFENSE The Dons scoring flounders but a pair of freshmen goalies salvaged a draw.
By TIM RANDALL / el Don
Last year the Dons women’s soccer team dominated their competition with offense. This year, the defense has saved the day. Despite being bombarded by Cypress College’s offense, the Dons escaped Tuesday’s home game unscathed, with a final score of 0-0. Credit for this minor success goes in part to performances by goal tenders Brittany Solis and Yvette
Isais, with two saves each. Defender Corie Casper has also consistently played well for the team, said Head Coach Jodi Coffman. The Dons offense was continually shut down by the Cypress defense, taking a total of three shots and two attempts on goal in contrast to the 10 shots and four attempts on goal by the Chargers. The team’s offense has been coming up a little short based on last year’s dominating performance. Coffman chalks this up to bad luck. “We’ve been getting unlucky. We’ve been creating chances and we’ve played against two amazing keepers who have had great games. One of the keepers on Friday made a great save, otherwise it
would have been 1-1 and not 1-0,” said Coffman about the offense. “We just need to get the ball in the back of the net.” Forwards Xochitl Sandoval and Kenia Campos remain the most aggressive players this year. Sandoval currently has racked up a total of eight shots this season, and Campos has a total of three shots on goal, scoring one. Last year the Dons won their first four games. The team averaged 10.3 shots and 2.25 goals per game. In contrast they have only won one of six games and have lost one conference match against Orange Coast College and tied one against Cypress City College.
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DOUBLE TROUBLE / Defenders Brittny Vaughn and Corie Casper get confused during a defensive play against Cypress. / David DeRidder / el Don
HAMMER SHOT / Forward Kenia Campos dodges the Orange Coast defense and attempts to score against its goalkeeper. / David DeRidder / el Don
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CK BREAK / Ashley West dribbles the ball further up trying to get past the Cypress Chargers defense. / nca Valdivia / el Don
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WOMEN’S GOLF
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The women’s golf team fought their way into third place in the League Cup Monday at River View Golf Course, being surpassed only by Irvine Valley and Saddleback Colleges. The League Cup is a Ryder Cup style tournament, which previews how the players will work together as a team. This was the first time that the league cup has been held at River View Golf Course, the Dons’ home course. Head Coach Kris Olsen said Santa Ana College’s Justine Bresnahn and Rachel Schindelbeck are players who will make a big difference in the team’s success this year. / Tim Randall
WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY
DONS RUNNERS FINISH SEVENTH
Cross country finished seventh with 235 points Sept. 18 at the 2010 Orange Coast College Classic at Fairview Park in Costa Mesa. The Dons landed a team time of 1:44:30.04 led by Reyna Fonseca, who finished 18th overall with a time of 19:46.08. Following close behind Fonseca, Susana Marquez finished 20th overall with a time of 19:48.99. The women run next at Irvine Park Oct. 1 in the Brubaker Invitational. / Dan Hubert
LAYING OUT / Tight end Kevin O’Connell dives into the end zone to score the first touchdown of the game after snagging a 15-yard pass from quarterback Andrew McDonald during the game against Santa Monica College Saturday. / David DeRidder / el Don
KURTZ RETURNS TO LEAD DOMINANT DEFENSIVE PERFORMANCE
DONS CRUSH CORSAIRS
By DAN ESPINOSA / el Don
Led by a solid defense and an explosive offense, the Dons defeated the Santa Monica Corsairs 56-17 Saturday. Santa Ana College racked up 452 offensive yards and amassed 21 first downs in dominating every phase of the game. Dons Quarterback Andrew McDonald was solid once again, completing 14 out of 17 passes for a total of 185 yards. McDonald displayed his slick running ability with a nifty scramble into the end zone with a minute left in the first quarter. Running backs Akeelie Mustafa and Eric Pesante double-teamed the Corsairs for 152 yards. Mustafa carried 13 times for 79 yards. He averaged 6.1 yards per carry and added a touchdown in the third quarter.
Pesante scored twice for Santa Ana. Once on a 14-yard run in the second quarter and then again near the end of third, giving the Dons an insurmountable second-half lead over the hapless Corsairs. Pesante had 66 yards in 8 carries and averaged 8.2 yards a rush. The Dons first-team defense dominated Santa Monica until late in the game when the outcome was already clear. Santa Monica was held scoreless until halfway through the third quarter when Corsair’s kicker Trevor Dionne launched a 24-yard field goal through the southend goal posts. Santa Monica scored again in the middle of the fourth quarter with a short run by Corsair running back Torrence Whalum, making the score 56-10. Santa Monica scored a final time with about
a minute left when receiver Deshawn Stewart hauled in a 15-yard pass from quarterback Travis Williams ending the game. Santa Ana defensive backs and linebackers intercepted three passes from Santa Monica quarterback R.J. Rosborough and held the Corsair receivers in check throughout the game, which was shrouded in fog. The game marked the return of Dons linebacker Sean Kurtz who was Santa Ana’s Most Valuable Player last year. Kurtz snagged the first interception off of Rosborough in the second quarter. He also had one tackle and one assist for the game and added an overpowering presence to an already solid defense. Santa Ana faces Long Beach City College Saturday. Both have 2-1 records as of last Friday.
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LOVING FEELING
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Transferring becomes more difficult for students as funding and class availability decreases.
After high school we are told we have four more years of schooling ahead of us in order to obtain a bachelor’s degree. But four has turned into six. The never-ending budget crisis has caused excessive class cuts, substantial layoffs and inflated costs to the entire state education system. With all these changes to the education system, it has become increasingly difficult for students to transfer out of a supposed two-year college. The lack of professors limits the number of class offerings, and students are fighting each other more than before in order to secure a spot in a much-needed class. Affordability has become an issue as a proposed $14 per unit tuition increase is being tossed around for community colleges. Students have already had to limit the number of units they take a semester in order to accommodate the
smaller income obtained from their low-paying jobs. Besides having to deal with the overflowing financial consequences, inconsistencies with requirements to transfer make it more complicated for students to move forward. Some classes may transfer to a California State University, but not to the University of California system. California’s higher education is supposed to be one system and yet there seems to be no communication between the California Community Colleges, the Cal States and the UCs. A sigh of relief can be heard as California prepares to pass SB 1440. It will guarantee community college graduates a spot in one of the 23 CSUs with a junior standing. Students may have to stay longer at community college, but their educational years at a university can be shortened. It may not be the best solution, but it is an improvement.
People always say that you need to love yourself before someone else can love you. Liking myself has been a struggle. Some methods to improve self-confidence work and some do not. Self-esteem books, meditation and prayer have been nothing but a waste of time for me. I’ve read countless articles online, books by Dr. Phil and articles in Seventeen magazine that are meant to improve selfesteem. None have helped. Family, childhood, and how we’re raised make up the way we treat ourselves. I have made a conscious decision to change the way I talk to myself. Telling myself that I am wonderful and deserve a life as good as anyone else keeps my mind and body calm. If I initially say to myself, “That girl has a great body, I don’t have a nice body compared to her,” then I change what I say to, “Wait a minute, I have a great body, and everyone tells me so.” Doing my homework, showing up on time for appointments, and cleaning around the house all help to improve my self-esteem because I feel accomplished. Sometimes I get overwhelmed with homework and don’t want to do it, but once I buck up and finish it, I feel a sense of accomplishment. Quick fixes to improve self-esteem such as getting a boyfriend, buying things or eating junk food never solve the problem. No guy wants to be with a girl who is needy and in constant need of positive affirmations. Buying things will never make you happy, and eating junk food makes you feel worse. I have heard that once you are OK with yourself, good things flow into your life. You meet the right guy, get the right job and things fit into place. / Tiffany Johnstone
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EPIC countdown fail VH1’s attempt at ranking the best musicians of all time isn’t even close as it overvalues some and snubs others.
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tragic / Orange County’s No Doubt did not make the list, but should have. / Bob Larson
When VH1 advertised its countdown for the 100 Greatest Artists Of All Time, my friends were excited to see the outcome. Boy, was I shocked at the rankings they did for this show. There were so many flaws in the program I could not believe that the network aired it. The show’s only redeeming quality was its ability to remind you of the name of that band you might have been obsessed with in high school. Still, it was hard to overlook the poorly assembled list, the various artist snubs and the ineffective system of having musicians vote instead of the general public. When slots 100 through 90 were revealed, bands like Hall & Oates and Journey barely made the countdown. Sure, Hall & Oates might be a guilty pleasure but it still does not warrant them barely sliding into the countdown. Journey has done more with their song “Don’t Stop Believing” than most bands do with a full catalog. Seeing how this list was going I said to myself, Whitney Houston, we have a problem. Speaking of Ms. Houston, I wonder how she felt about falling behind Beyoncé, an artist
she inspired? Houston’s powerhouse voice should have been able to knock out Beyoncé’s timeless classics “Naughty Girl,” “Get Me Bodied” and “Freakum Dress.” There were far too many snubs on this list. The tragic part was that the snubs were not underground artists. A lot of wellliked artists such as The Eagles, Sam Cooke, Luther Vandross, The Doobie Brothers, Chicago, No Doubt and The Carpenters did not make it. ABBA is on the list, but there seems to be no more room when it comes to the haughtingly angelic voice of Karen Carpenter? This is what happens when you allow musicians to vote for other musicians. The general public should have been asked to vote exclusively. We are the ones listening to and buying the music, and going to the concerts. It’s obvious that a countdown like this is a herculean task. No matter the outcome there would still be a slew of people complaining about who did or didn’t make the list. Let this be a lesson to the staff at VH1. Maybe next time they will put some actual thought into their countdowns instead of just pulling names out of a hat.
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STYLE
FRESH FACES
A smooth finish for sensitive skin
Men don’t need to do much to keep their skin healthy. It doesn’t mean, however, that they don’t do anything at all.
HIS SKIN By Dulce Castellanos
years in their 40s, and 50s, for sun damage. The later visit could be prevented if the skin is protected from the sun in the earlier years, Koehler said. Men, however, are not nearly as frustrated with skin conditions like acne as women are. That lack of frustration leads men to self-treat their skin conditions. “I had one dermatology visit for acne but I mostly figured out which products to use on my own,” said college student Jordan Mallon. Nancy Koehler says most men use the same things they use for their body as on their face. “I wash my face in the shower,” said Marlon Aviles, a college student. “I use whatever is there.” Even though men’s skin care is simple, it doesn’t mean it should be forgotten.
MENS CARE
heated scrub relaxes pores
Fusion ProSeries Thermal Facial Scrub is fast becoming one of man’s best friends. It gently warms the face, making it feel good and relaxed. It softens the facial hair before you shave, and with a formula specially designed to clear oil and excess dirt, it makes it easier to shave. Available at Target for $6.99. “This facial scrub leaves my face feeling relaxed and prepared for a shave,” said SAC student Danny Anaya. / Jerry Rodriguez
SENSITIVE SKIN / It is becoming necessary for men to have a clean, clear look, now that society expects men to attain a more high maintenance and sophisticated style. / Blanca Valdivia
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Gillette Fusion Pure and Sensitive HydraGel is available in almost all drug stores. Target has it for $6.99. The gel texture gives a smooth finishing touch to that fast-paced shaving. It is perfect for those who don’t like scented shaving gels, and those with sensitive skin because it does not irritate easily. The manufacturer incorporates a lubrication that helps protect the skin and keeps it hydrated. ”The first time I used this product, it felt just like a splash of fresh water being thrown on my face,” said SAC art major Brandon Dwight. This is one of the better items that is not too pricey but gets the job done. / Jessica Ruelas
They don’t need to buy countless face creams and lotions to look great. They don’t need to spend hours in front of the mirror. They don’t even need a single drop of makeup to look pleasant to the human eye. Men have it easy when it comes to their skin care. Even though their skin care requires simple steps, most men do not give their skin the attention it needs. Skin care is basic: wash, moisturize, and protect it from the sun. “The biggest issue with men is that they are non-compliant,” said Nancy Koehler, an assistant to a dermatologist. Men seek a dermatologist during their teenage years, when dealing with acne, or in their later
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STYLE
A BREAK FROM THE BOOKS
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eading a book, going online, or watching a live performance are things that college students do on a day-to-day basis. Entertainment is a big part of the college life. “Fun, fun, fun that’s what its all about, even though I have school almost every day I still find time to hang out with my friends,” said Jennifer Krystal, a SAC student. Most are full-time students and also have jobs, so going out may not be an option. That’s where reading a book, from a romance to an action novel, can do the trick. There are stories suiting every reader’s taste. Of course for some, a drink can provide an immediate break from late-night studying. But remember that although a cheap drink might make you feel good for the moment, watch out for the hangover.
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FAIRY TALES WITHOUT THE FAIRY TALE ENDING
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Riches, perfect beauties and pleasure parties all come at a price, especially when they belong to someone else. Blue Beard emphasizes the importance of family, respect, real beauty and the horrors that come from an affluent lifestyle. The children’s fairy tale by Charles Perrault comes from a time when the Wicked Wolf ate Little Red Riding Hood. The English translation by Charles Welsh keeps the flavor of the story true to its original language. Fairy tales are no longer just for kids / Story and art Josue Cortes
to drink or not TO DRINK? COURTESY OF MY PET SADDLE
MY PET SADDLE MAKING NOISE IN OC From rocking out in a garage to headlining some of the local venues around OC is not an easy achievement. Fullerton offers more than just a college town atmosphere. It’s home to My Pet Saddle, a five piece band comprised of Caleb Palomo and Christopher Darley, both on vocals and guitar, Jacob Fosdick (drums), Alyson Kennon (keys), and Miguel
Gomez (bass). My Pet Saddle has an indie-big beat sound that is more amplified during their live performances. They play shows all around Orange County and Los Angeles at venues like the Viper Room and Spaceland. My Pet Saddle has a full-length album, “Laughing at Me,” that is out and available for purchase at any of their shows. / Cervante Pope
/ Courtesy of Trader Joe’s
Wine and food bring laughs and great conversations. What is in a wine that costs $2 versus a higher priced bottle? The quality of wine depends on where the grapes are grown. It all depends on the soil, weather, location and process. Chardonnay, a white wine, needs cool weather and Cabernet Sauvignon needs sunny weather. Next time you pick up that $1.99 wine bottle, think how it’s almost the same as paying for a box of grape juice. Drinking in moderation is always fun, whether you’re reading a book or out with your friends. / Rachel Ly
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STYLE
W H A T A NI C E C RE A M The Hawaiian shaved ice is a simple dessert made with fresh fruits.
Appetite Conquered Visit these unique, adventurous and inexpensive hot spots close to campus, four top restaurants that will fulfill your hunger for new cuisines. Guppy’s House: A side order of popcorn chicken, along with fried rice and a cold Thai tea will do the trick. Fountain drinks are not served at the guppy house, only coffee, tea and water. It is popular for its Taiwanese cuisine and Hawaiian shaved ice. Guppy’s House is a perfect place to mingle with friends and family. 5642 East La Palma Ave. Suite 107, Anaheim
Felix Cafe: Felix Café is known for its exquisite food from Spain and Cuba. It is also inexpensive. “A real cafe, a good value. Try Chicken a la Orange” wrote Elmer Dills in his book Best Restaurants Under $10. 36 Plaza Square, Orange David DeRidder / el Don
DATE NIGHT
The meal and movie is a classic, no-fail fun evening. Movies can be pricey, but bring a school I.D. / Jerry Rodriguez and Jessica Ruelas
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Devil, a new horror film now showing on the big screen, is a new nightmare flick written by flopmaster N. Night Shyamalan. Devil will initially keep you at the edge of your seat. Although it it fails in the end, at least it delivers a few scares.
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The Town is an action movie for those seeking a good time. This Boston caper flick about the thrill of being a bad boy is directed by Ben Affleck. It may be an Affleck overdose, since he stars in it too, but if you like him, then this will be a good two hours.
Taco Adobe: The southwestern restaurant has long been a major success in Orange. Taco Adobe has become a to-go favorite for many students. The restaurant focuses on Yucatan-style food, such as the salmon or shrimp burrito, filled with cabbage and guacamole. “The shrimp burrito was delicious,” said customer Nancy Enriquez. 121 North Lemon St., Orange
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Never Let Me Go is set in a British boarding school, where a group of teens must face the harsh realities of life while struggling with the emotions of love, jealousy and betrayal. It’s a love story with a dark twist.
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Loving Hut: “Be Vegan, Go Green, Save the Planet“, is its motto. The Loving Hut has chains all over the world, including Hong Kong, Taiwan and Tokyo. The Loving Hut offers gourmet cuisine made with wholesome vegan ingredients. The Hut’s menu prices range from $5.50 to $6.95 an entrée. It is affordable for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Skip the burger for once. 237 South Tustin St., Orange
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A Tribute to Dr. Eddie Hernandez, Jr. The Rancho Santiago Community College District Board of Trustees, administrators, faculty, staff and students thank the sponsors of the Celebration of Leadership event for their efforts to honor and recognize the life-long career achievements of former RSCCD Chancellor scholarships, campus programs and services. As a
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