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Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Jags’ great run ends

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Volume 79 Issue 3

Loss ends sweet hoops season

BY BRENNON DIXSONTIMES STAFF

The San Jose City College men’s basketball team ended their season with a 67-58 loss to the Cañada Colts in the Sweet 16 of the state playoffs.

It was an exciting game as many people filled the SJCC Gymnasium to show support for both teams. Neither team’s players sought to disappoint the crowd with SJCC’S Chris Sterling going for 25 points with a few crucial steals that led to numerous fast-break lay ups and easy looks for his team. Stevinaire Young added 13 points and 6 assists to the effort.

Not to be upended, Cañada’s

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The SJCC men’s basketball team celebrates their undefeated season in conference play that led to a Coast Conference Championship and a #2 seed in the State Playoffs.

Crisshawn Clark and his team were off to a hot start as he showed off his range, hitting four 3-pointers in the first half, and finished with 22 points in the game. Clark’s teammate Manny Martin chipped in 17 points and 14 rebounds to finish with a double-double in the win.

Tenacious defense and hustle

set the tone for the game. Bodies flew as they dove for loose balls and fought for offensive rebounds throughout the game.

The hustle of the Jags was evident in their full-court press and 2-3 zone as they were uber aggressive going for steals and blocks. This kept them in the game as they fell behind early,

thanks to a cold start on the offensive end combined with Cañada’s ability to constantly grab offensive rebounds.

However, the D of the Jags kept the team in it as they clawed their way back from a doubledigit deficit to only go down 33-36 at the half.

Highlights were plentiful as

blocks at the rim occurred on multiple plays, often times featuring crucial back-to-back blocks from both sides, and players showed off their dazzling post work with dizzying spins and step-back shots from anywhere on the court.

The Jags finish their season 264, while the Colts move onto the Elite Eight of the playoffs.

Safety concerns on campus arise

Thefts leave community wondering what can be done for future prevention

BY CRISTINA QUATTRIN TIMES STAFF

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San Jose City College has provided added protection that attempts to stop potential thieves before they begin.

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San Jose City College campus has been active with thefts which alert faculty and students alike.

According to notifications sent out via text message from SJCC, thefts ranging from bikes and cars stolen have been reported within the past month. These reports have added insecurity with not only the students and faculty safety, but in regards to keeping their possessions safe as well.

“Cameras on campus would be a great addition to scare off people,” said Alaina Hawkins, a 20-year-old SJCC dental major.

Besides the idea of cameras, there are other ways to take safety precautions.

Jerry Hernandez, who is 23 years old and a public relations major said, “Installing blue

light beacons would help with safety concerns. When you push the button, an officer can escort you to safety. This would help night time students feel safer if an issue were to erupt.”

The SJCC campus is large and can be uncomfortable at night time because of lack of activity occurring. This creates an environment that leaves students and faculty in vulnerable positions.

On the San Jose-Evergreen website, the safety policy states that students should stay in welllit areas, which are a difficulty since the campus lacks quality lighting.

“Lighting is a perennial problem; one that needs to be addressed,” said Barry Del Buono, a sociology professor at SJCC. Aside from lighting, avoiding

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2 Opinion

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

King

Says

Don’t get yourself embarrassed

BY KORYEN HARPER TIMES STAFF

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magine this: you are at a party with friends socializing and having a good time. You are minding your own business, until you feel a tap on your shoulder. As you turn around to investigate who touched you and why, you are met with, “Sorry, but I don’t swing that way.

You are not my type.” This person is somebody you do not even think about in a romantic or sexual manner.

When in this situation, you are usually faced with two decisions: roll your eyes and brush it off or let them know the truth, which could hurt their feelings. If there was a legitimate interest, you would make it known.

People say that the eyes are a window to the soul;they can tell us a lot about a person by gazing into them. Body language experts can deduce much of a person through the eyes.

This misjudgment is a natural occurrence that happens when eye

contact is made or is believed to have been made. Women face this issue more regularly compared to men. Men who experience this often times are hearing it from other male members.

The pupils are a part of our body language that we have no control over.

As well as adjusting the amount of light taken in the process of sight, Eckhard Hess stated in his published article, “The role of pupil size in communication” in the “Scientific American,” found that the pupil dilates when we are interested in the person we are talking to or object we are looking at.

Check a friend’s pupil size when you are talking to them about something interesting, then change the subject to accounting and watch their pupils contract.

Generally, in Western societies and other cultures, eye contact with a person is expected to be regular, but not overly persistent. Constant eye contact is often considered to be an attempt at intimidation, causing the person who is the object of a

person’s gaze to feel overly studied and uncomfortable.

Even between humans and animals, persistent eye contact is sometimes unadvisable. The New Zealand Medical Journal reported that one reason so many young children fall victim to attacks by pet dogs is because of their overpowering regular eye contact with pets, which causes animals to feel threatened and defensive.

Reading body language is not a telltale sign of peoples indications, and jumping to conclusions can make you look unintelligent and cause embarrassment.

Next time you are out and feel you have caught the attention of someone making you uncomfortable, I would suggest you wait until they make their intentions clear to you. Let them specifically tell you they are interested or directly flirt. If you jump to conclusions, you have the chance of being told, “You are not my type either. I was looking at the person behind you. You are just the D.U.F. (Designated Ugly Friend).”

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CAMPUS NEWS 3 San Jose City College has extended opportunities Tuesday, March 10, 2015

BY JAMES HARTLEY TIMES STAFF

SJCC has many programs developed to assist its students in their journey toward educational success.

One of the programs offered on campus is the Extended Opportunity Program & Services. EOP&S is a state-funded Academic Counseling Program intended to provide additional support for eligible full-time students.

Carole Young has been a counselor for EOP&S since 1991. She said the program started back in the late ’60s because black educators wanted to give poor blacks a better chance for education in California.

This program is for any person who is low-income in California. The programpromotes success through access to leadership and support to California community college services for students.

Oscar Quiroz-Medrano, in his second year at SJCC and preparing to move forward with his education at a four-year college, said the program has been beneficial to him in many ways but receiving book vouchers is the number-one benefit.

“There’s nothing bad about the program,” Quiroz-Medrano said. A mind

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Carole Young, EOP&S counselor for more then 20 years, looks over a student’s file in her office. blowing experience happened to him while a part of EOP&S. His first time going to Sacramento was through EOP&S. He was part of a protest to keep funding for the program in the schools.

The California Community College EOP&S program’s mission is to enhance

student success by providing “over and above.”

Israel Garcia,a student and administrative assistant for EOP&S, said, “This program provides extra counseling and book vouchers along with support from the start until you transfer.”

individuals and multiplies like a domino effect. Each of us are to encourage one another,” Eckford said.

On a scale of one to 10, with 10 being the highest, Ekford rates the school spirit of SJCC as a four plus and said, “I’m excited to see the glimmer of life come back to SJCC.” Associated Student Government President John Calamateos, 33, art major, said, “School spirit is being proud at what school you attend, and participating in school events and having a sense that you belong there. It is one thing to go to a game, but it’s another thing to wear an SJCC shirt.”

“School spirit is important because of motivation. If you’re not happy with your school, you are not going to do well,” Calamateos said.

Calamateos said he plans to institute a number of campus changes to increase school spirit. He proposes to decorate the cafeteria with wall wraps similar to the main gym featuring SJCC sports and also hopes to place monitors throughout the

campus featuring SJCC news and events.

He also proposes reach-out activities to the Cosmetology, Science and Art buildings with hopes of including more students within the campus community.

Calamateos rates school spirit at SJCC as a four. SJCC President Byron Breland defines school spirit as pride in the institution. “It embodies a sense of responsibility to hold the institution in high regard and to uphold the institution when things aren’t going well,” Breland said.

“It’s very important that folks have school spirit, that you have pride in the institution that you attend.”

Breland rates SJCC at a seven or eight.

He sees a lot of campus pride, however, he said, “A lot of people don’t know how to contribute either by wearing school colors or promoting what we do here. I have to rate us at a five in this area.”

Andy Nguyen, ASG director of activities, 31, liberal arts major, sees school spirit as a function of activities and hopes to plan more activities for the remaining term.

Students are able to get up to 70 credits with the help of EOP&S. It is a great service for students with economic and academic barriers.

If you are low-income or on state assistance, this may pertain to you.

Eligibility is determined by academic and financial need as mandated by the state.

Before acceptance students must apply for the Board of Governor’s Fee Waiver with the Financial Aid Office on the first floor of the Student Center and take placement tests.

Young said that you must have 12 units, see an EOP’S counselor three times a semester and satisfy the educational goals set by the program to remain in good standing.

If you are qualified you can be assisted with the following: n The admissions process n Applying for Financial Aid and Grants n Registering for classes n Academic and career counseling n Help buying text books, graduation cap and gown n Transferring to a four year college If you feel that you qualify, please call 408-288-3788 to have an application sent to you or visit the EOP&S Office in the Student Center on the second floor in room SC-201.

City College Times assesses school spirit

Pride on campus evolves

BY LARRY L. HARRIS TIMES STAFF

Elizabeth Eckford, program coordinator for student development and activities, defines school spirit as an, “intangible feeling that moves faculty, staff and students from innovative and exciting ideas to a place of action, it is what motivates action within a college or an institution.”

“School spirit is changing on campus,” Eckford said. “There is a progression of spirit that is growing. Leadership is what drives the spirit of something and with the newness and freshness of our leaders and their drive wanting to see change, school spirit is moving forward.”

“School spirit is important, school spirit produces morale to motivate every individual to go toward his or her goal.”

Eckford said. “School spirit is the strength of the college and the institution.”

“School spirit begins with the encouragement that happens between

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Women’s History Month has arrived.

It is now your chance to submit an essay to be featured in The City College Times.

The essay should include your re-

sponse to the following: “How do you think that gender-based violence impacts the leadership roles that women take in society, and what do you propose to change the status of women worldwide, so that more women take on leadership roles in their communities and societies around the world?”

Due by March 19 at 5 p.m., submit your essay to Maria Avalos electronically at maria.avalos@sjcc.edu or room 105 in Building B; Office of Student Affairs.

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4 A&E

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Nickatina strikes the Agenda

BY KORYEN HARPER TIME STAFF

On Saturday, Feb. 27, people lined the corner of 1st and West San Salvador St. at Agenda Lounge to see Andre “Ayo for yayo” Nickatina.

Nickatina is seen as one of the last Bay Area legends who was not only present during the golden-era of hip-hop, but one of the few artists who helped hip-hop continue to grow as a culture.

Nickatina has had his finger on the pulse of what is raw, uncut and is capable of capturing the minds and ears of listeners alike.

The opening acts for Nickatina were a variety of local amateur MC’s showcasing their talent. The night’s tone was set by the opening act Jr. Naddox with Elevated Creativity Entertainment fellow artists E-Man and KDM. Their performance was

mediocre, but showed so much promise when their hit “Trippy” blasted through the speakers.

Jr. Nadox was followed by a lackluster bunch of performers, but the standout performances that left the crowd rocking and rushing the stage was Odysseus and Rubblez.

Odysseus is a new artist that brought a lyrical story that was missing from other artists. Odysseus raps with a message and energy that crowds can connect with.

Rubblez is an artist who has had the privilege of working with Bay Area artists of HBK, Heart Break Gang, Jay Ant and P-Lo. Rubblez for the night led the underground scene with hits, such as “My taper” and “Taken off.”

A big vocal issue of the night was music volume and bass overpowering artists who all performed with a vocal track. It would have been great to actually hear lyrics

Underground legend performs in San Jose

instead of beats. These amateur artists need to learn that hip-hop is more than offensive language and self-hype.

After so many lackluster performances and waiting so long for Nickatina to arrive, people started to become antsy and leave while others stayed.

Nickatina did not arrive on stage till 1:15 a.m. to perform, and when he did he played some of his hits, such as “Boss tycoon” and “Ayo.” Although he only performed for 20 minutes, he left those who follow his career satisfied that they got to see him live.

As for other spectators, Nickatina’s performance was uneventful. Many spectators felt like the $25 spent on an entrance ticket was money not well spent.

Nickatina is nonetheless a great artist, but as far as performing goes, he does not leave a lasting impression.

Andre Nickatina flier for his Feb. 27 performance he had at the Agenda Lounge.

Upcoming Art Events Wednesday March 11, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

San Jose City College Dance Studio A206/210 Belly dance is an art form originally from Argentina, Sumaia Rubi, an internationally recognized performer, choreographer and teacher, will guide students through an inspiring and fun dance experience.

Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14, 8 p.m.

3153 17th St. San Francisco, CA 94110 TANGO FATAL and Jose Limon’s Moor’s Pavane San Jose Chamber.

San Jose City College’s own 2014 Best Dancer/Actress Live Blessay Award winner and ballet professor Maria Basile can be seen performing as a principle

dancer. General: $35 Student: $20 Senior (65 and Up): $33Tickets can be purchased at http://sjDanceco.org Friday, March 20, doors open 7 p.m.

Rayven Justice Live Agenda Lounge 399 S. 1st St. San Jose, CA 95113 Hot new R&B singer – Rayven Justice – burning up the local airwaves with his beat “Slide Thru” that’s receiving massive airplay on San Francisco’s KMEL. Early bird price ending March 13: $10 General: $20 Monday, March 9-April 1, Open M/W 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

A gallery exhibition celebrating women’s history

Carmen Castellano Fine Arts Gallery- San Jose City College Wednesday, March 11, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Artist Reception Carmen Castellano Fine Arts Gallery- San Jose City College Tuesday, April 14 and Wednesday April 15, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

SJCC DROP & SHOP Student Center Quad Donate semi-worn clothes to swap for other options for free. There are companies donating as well.

Friday, April 24, 6 p.m.

San Jose City College Theater Under the

Big Top Student Hair Show Competition.

Thursday, April 30, Friday, May 1, Saturday May 2, 8 p.m.

San Jose City College Theater Danceology Faculty choreography from several genres including ballet, hip-hop, jazz, modern and tap.

Students: $5 General: $10 Thursday, April 30, 1-4 p.m.

San Jose City College Cosmetology Building, Room 108 Freshmen will be have a hairstyling workshop. All hairstyling services will be $5.

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Tuesday, March 10, 2015

PHOTOS BY MARC SERRANO / TIMES STAFF

Sharks and Kings get ready for the faceoff to start the game at the new Levi Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Saturday, Feb. 21.

Sharks vs. Kings outdoors at Levi Historic game played in an open stadium for the first time

BY MARC SERRANO TIMES STAFF

The San Jose Sharks continued their National Hockey League season against the Los Angeles Kings at the new Levi Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., at 7p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 21.

This game was historic because it was the first outdoor game for the San Jose Sharks. The playing field was made of ice and kept at a properly regulated temperature to allow the winter extravaganza to run successfully. Although the stage was set before a crowd of more than 70,000 fans, the Sharks did not come away with a victory.

The Kings won with a final score of 2, whereas the Sharks scored 1 point and lost the game. Country music legends John Fogerty and Melissa Etheridge performed at the intermissions.

Country star Melissa Etheridge performs at intermission.

Top: Kings get puck and head down toward Sharks goal.

Above: Sharks and Kings in high-speed action.

Above Left: Fireworks were displayed during intermission. Top Right: Sharks and Kings fight for the puck. Above Right: Kings goalie squats and protects goal.

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Tuesday, March 10, 2015

SJECCD office now open District is excited for new building

Board ratifies collective-bargaining agreement Board of Trustees briefs Feb. 10, 24

& Associates (LLA) in their efforts to reach out to minority owned, women owned and small businesses to participate in the Measure G Bond work projects. n During the public comments section of the Board meeting, the Board was presented with a request from Leland High School parents to add Chinese Language 3 and 4 to the existing Chinese Language curriculum. n The Board received an update on the joint use

BY LARRY HARRIS TIMES STAFF

n The Board ratified the San Jose/Evergreen Federation of Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement. n Measure G-2004 / Measure G-2010 Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee gave its 2013-2014 Annual Report. n The Board received an update from L. Luster

SAFETY

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ANDY NGUYEN / TIMES STAFF

From right: San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, SJECCD Chancellor Rita Cepeda, other San Jose Councilmembers and SJECCD faculty cut the ribbon Feb. 26th for the new office in Downtown San Jose.

Aside from lighting, avoiding isolation can prevent assault. Large groups of students or faculty are less likely to be harmed. If a person is not involved in a group, what should they do?

The website mentions that students should be aware of places to seek refuge.

A few places to seek refuge would be in well-lit areas or areas with activity such as classes occurring or students roaming the campus.

“A video played before the first class of every semester, similar to the ones played on an airplane, where a steward tells us what we can do in case there is an issue. It

proposal with Milpitas school district. n The Board heard an updated 2015-2016 budget report. n The Board of Trustees approved the reclassification of the vice presidents’ salary to be in line with the other 10 Bay Area community college districts. n ACCJC Follow-Up Reports: San Jose City College and Evergreen Valley College accreditation report was presented for a first reading.

would tell you how to keep an eye out for others and how to protect yourself,” said Del Buono.

Students and faculty have made suggestions that could help the campus feel safer.

Here are a few tips to stay safe according to San Jose and Evergreen Valley District’s website: n By signing up for AlertSSC System, students and faculty will receive alerts about activity on campus. nDo not wear or bring anything of high value. nWear clothes that allow you be swift. n Carry a cell phone n Walk in groups or pairs n Make sure to try to remain in lit areas.

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The wait is finally over as SJCC students are now able to study after hours at the SJSU King Library. SJCC students now have access to the library Sundays-Thursdays until 1 a.m. and 24/7 during finals. Students must have an SJCC ID card with a current activities sticker. For more information, students should contact the Information Desk in the SJCC library.

Also, join her as she hosts Kick Butts Day, an outreach and informational event, on March 18, in the Student Center.

SJCC event aims to clean up buildings Teachers, faculty and staff are preparing for the first annual Spring Clean Day at SJCC on March 11 and 12.

Offices around campus are doing some spring cleaning of their common areas as they rid the space of their old computers, furniture and trash.

Prizes will be given out to the cleanest departments and office spaces. Food, music and pickup services will all be provided. For more information, contact Corinne Salazar.

Briefs

Hall of Excellence Award nominations begin The Associated Student Government is asking students, staff, faculty and administration to nominate students, staff and faculty around campus for various awards. Nominations began on March 3 and end April 17. You are welcome to nominate yourself if you feel you deserve the award. The winners will be notified on April 22, and a dinner will be held Thursday, May 14 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Campus holds Women’s History Month events Many events will be held around campus to celebrate Women’s History Month.

History-Herstory, a hands-on book-making workshop with Art Faculty, will be held in room 117 in the Art Building on March 11 from 12:15 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Students are encouraged to bring copies of their own work or photos.

Join internationally recognized performer, choreographer and teacher Sumaia Ruby for a belly-dancing workshop in the Art Building’s dance studio, A210, on March 11 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Artists Malia Landis, Natasha Dikareva and Crystal Morey will host the opening of their new exhibit, Sphinx, in the Art Gallery on March 11 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

New staff member helps with smoking cessation Visit Jo-Lynn Otto, the new tobacco education and cessation coach, at Student Health Services in the Student Center.

Students invited to submit poetry Students are invited to share their ekphrastic poetry, a poetic response to art, inspired by on-campus art events.

To participate, students must have attended the film “Wonder Women!” on March 9, the book-making workshop on Wednesday, March 11 or visited the Art Gallery to view the exhibit, Sphinx.

Students must write a poem based on, or inspired by, the film or the paintings in the exhibit, and write the poem into a handmade book.

All books will be displayed in the library in late March and throughout April, which is National Poetry Month!

Submit your book to Jessica Breheny in A-210 by Thursday, March 19, in a box that will be provided.

Softball team raises money for young athlete The Lady Jags softball team is taking donations for Michael, a kindergartener who is in a wheelchair.

Michael practiced with the team last week, and they are seeking to raise funds for a wheelchair that will allow him to be more mobile when he plays sports. The goal is $2,800, and checks are accepted.

Any questions should be directed toward head coach Deborah HuntzeRooney.

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Tuesday, March. 10, 2015

SJCC celebrates Lunar New Year

Students and faculty were brought together by the Associated Students government

BY ANN ELIZAGA AND JAVIER BECERRIL TIMES STAFF

A two-day celebration of Lunar New Year honored the Year of the Goat at the SJCC Student Center on Feb.18-19.

“Lunar New Year begins roughly 1-2 months after the official new year, which is in the end of January to February,” said Duy B. Va, a SJCC student majoring in economics.

Students appreciated the fact that the Tet Vietnamese celebration was shared among students at SJCC. “Lunar New Year is about Asian culture and celebrating their new year by the Lunar calendar,” said Justin Cu, the SJCC International President.

This Asian cultural celebration is mostly celebrated among Vietnamese and it is a family oriented celebration.

“Lunar New Year is pretty much like Christmas/New Year to Vietnamese,” Nina Pham, the senator of the United World Student Association wrote in an email. “It is time for family and all the people that you love. We also have certain kinds of traditional Vietnamese foods, which are especially served during this holiday. Also, we will receive lucky money in a red envelop from the elders.

That’s how the elders wish you luck and happiness.”

Some students enjoyed the Vietnamese sticky rice cake dish at the Lunar New Year celebration.

“It is different style than Vietnamesebecause there is more meat in the cake than the Chinese style,” said Iris Zhung, an SJCC student.

CamBinh Nguyen, a Vovinam Martial Arts master did an Asian cultural dance for SJCC students.

“The Lion and Dragon Dance means good luck and happiness,” said CamBin Nguyen, a master of the Vovinam Martial Arts.

In the Vietnamese culture the lion resembles the Chinese Southern Lion but there are also distinct local forms that differ significantly in appearance and performance.

“Lan (Lion) appears in every Tet Festival, Moon Festival, or when the people have a grand opening of a new store,” CamBinh Nguyen wrote in an email.

“Our custom believes that when anybody spots a Lan, they will have luck, a happy and long life.”

The celebration was enjoyable and it made students aware of this Vietnamese cultural celebration.

“It was really fun,” Pham said. “It brought students together; to getting to know Lunar New Year celebration.”

The master of the Vovinam Martial Arts showed her appreciation toward being at SJCC with the students and staff for the celebration.

“The show at the San Jose City Col-

ANDY NGUYEN / TIMES STAFF

SJCC Vice-President Student of Affairs, Elaine Burns, celebrates the Lunar New Year with other faculty and students of SJCC on Feb. 19. She is giving luck in a red envelope to the dancing lion from Vivonam Non-Profit Organization at Student Center and cafeteria. lege was great,” CamBinh Nguyen wrote. “The people at the cafeteria and

the Vice President of Student Affairs, Elaine Burns were friendly.”

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CALENDAR: Upcoming events

College in Hayward at 3 p.m.

n Tuesday, March 24 - Women’s softball vs. De Anza College in San Jose at 3 p.m. n Thursday, March 26 - CTE Open House in the Repro/Cosmo Quad at 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. n Women’s softball game vs. City of San Francisco in San Jose at 3 p.m. n Saturday, March 28 - Women’s softball game vs. Ohlone/Solano in Fremont at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. n Tuesday, March 31 – Golf game at Foothill College in Los Altos at 3 p.m.

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n Friday-Sunday, March 1315- Women’s Basketball state final 4 in Norwalk (TBA) n Saturday-Sunday, March 14-15 - Women’s softball March Madness Tournament in Fremont (TBA)

n Monday, March 16 - Golf game at Monterey Peninsula College in Carmel at 12 p.m. n Tuesday, March 17 - Saint Patrick’s Day/ Meet and greet in Student Center Quad between 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

n Friday, April 3 - Cesar Chavez Day n Monday, April 6 - Golf game at Monterey Peninsula College in Carmel at 1 p.m. n Tuesday, April 7 - Women’s softball game vs. Cabrillo College in San Jose at 3 p.m.

n Thursday, March 19 - Women’s softball vs. College of San Mateo in San Mateo at 3 p.m. n Monday, March 23 – Golf at Chabot College in Livermore at noon.

n Tuesday, March 10 - Women’s softball game vs. Chabos

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