Volume 20, Issue 9 (Feburary 8, 2010)

NEWS

OPINION

Trash on Campus: How is overflowing trash affecting the students?

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FEATURES

• The Breeze weighs in on Obama.

• Who gets priority parking?

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A&E

Nurses Needed: What programs are available for you?

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• What is new in Campus Threads?

• What video games are coming soon?

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Flapjack fundraiser Enjoy a short stack for a tall cause. On Saturday, March 27, students and staff have been invited to an Applebee’s Flapjack Fundraiser breakfast to support the Chaffey College’s Success Center Scholarship Fundraiser. Tickets are $10 each and available to purchase at any Multidisciplinary Success Center, Writing Center, Library, or SSA-221. All proceeds benefit student scholarships. The breakfast will be held at 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Applebee’s Restaurant is located at 10709 Foothill Blvd., Rancho Cucamonga

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Advertise with the Breeze Reach 20,000 students, faculty and staff. Plus online exposure. All classified advertisements are placed online at our web site at www.chaffeybreeze.com. The next print edition of The Breeze is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 22 The deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 17.

Student Activities celebrates its 15-year partnership with local elementary schools Student Activities is asking campus students, staff, and faculty to help make a difference in the community by donating a new book to Kingsley Elementary. The event will only be successful if people donate generously. Student Activities has set a goal of 650 new children books for grades 1-6. Anyone wishing to donate can drop off books at the Student Activities office in Campus Center East.

The deadline for donations is Thursday, Feb. 25 at 5 p.m.

For more information call 652-6591.

Land that job by visiting the Global Career Center The Career Center will be holding a resume-writing workshop on Wednesday Feb. 10 and Thursday, Feb. 18. The workshop will teach students about the different styles and formats. Workshop seating is limited. The Career Center encourages students to make appointments in advance. To reach the center call 652-6511.

What to do with a major in...

The Global Career Center is pleased to announce a new initiative to help students who are majoring in broadcasting, cinema, and communications. Daniel Jacobo will be speaking about career options on Tuesday, Feb. 16 for anyone majoring in broadcasting or cinema. The workshop begins at 1 p.m. and ends at 2 p.m. Don’t forget to grab a free slice of pizza during the lecture.

Paid internship opportunity All students who meet minimum eligibility requirements are encouraged to attend the informational workshop to be held on Wednesday, Feb. 24 in the GCC at 3 p.m. To be eligible one must complete a freshman year of college before internship begins, have a minimum of 3.0 GPA, be authorized or eligible to work in the United States and be enrolled in an associates degree program. It is sponsored by the Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities National Internship Program. To sign-up visit the Global Career Center or call at 652-6512.

Classified Senate scholarships In a commitment to provide an opportunity and promote a student-centered community college education, the Classified Senate is offering $300 scholarships for nine students and one employee. Applicants must be currently enrolled for Spring semester and taking six or more units. In addition applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50. Application deadline is on Wednesday, March 24 before 4 p.m. For more information visit Student Activities.

Justin Kenward Steve Bovi

NEWS EDITOR OPINION EDITOR

Kurtis Frost

ART & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR

Campus closed The campus will be closed on Friday, Feb. 12 through Monday, Feb. 15 due to Lincoln, Cupid and 44 previous presidents. They have planned to have a giant birthday bash for themselves during the three-day weekend.

Black History celebration Many cultures will come together on campus and embrace diversity during the celebration. There will also be a BBQ serving chicken, macaroni and cheese, greens, and cornbread. The event will be held in the quad on Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 12:30 p.m.

Chinese New Year and club food sale Chinese New Year is coming to campus with a bang! The campus wishes to help Chinese celebrate their new year by having a celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 17. at 12:30 p.m. Clubs are invited and encouraged to sell food during the celebration. Stop by and enjoy the variety of different foods each club may be selling.

A friendly reminder Students are beginning to receive responses regarding their applications for fall 2010. The Transfer Center stresses the importance to check e-mails if awaiting a response from a school they applied to. Failing to do so on time could result in cancelled offers. Need assistance? Contact the Transfer Center at the Rancho campus.

University trips Transfer Center staff announces the opportunity to visit nine university campuses this semester. The itinerary includes UCR, Loma Linda, University of La Verne, UC Berkeley, Davis, CSUSB, UC Irvine and UCLA. The day trips are free and available to any interested students. On the other hand Berkeley and Davis are an overnight experience during spring break. Students have to submit a special application for either trip no later than 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 19. Transportation on a charter bus, lodging and a $25 meal stipend will be provided. Students will have to cover the balance of their food needs as their only expense.

To sign up, contact the Transfer Center at 652-6233.

Alex Alvarez, Casandra Arnold, Eric Brown, Brenda Bustillo,

Carlos Acosta

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The Java Saga continues Coffee night has added on free donuts! Coffee night is held on Tuesday. The night alternates between Chino, Fontana and Rancho. The upcoming nights will be on Feb. 9 at the Fontana campus and Feb. 16 at the Rancho campus. Come join fellow students and enjoy the company of others.

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All front cover photos by Justin Kenward.

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April Church, Gennevy Galindo, Joshua Hicken, Justin Keller, Joshua L’Heureux, Virginia Lucero, Aimee Munn, Michael Shoaf, Erica Smith, Brandy Stachowiak, Cari Stachowiak, Jessica Vasquez, Eddie Wantland STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS/VIDEOGRAPHERS Carlos Acosta, David Coon, Fernando Sarabia Graphic Artists

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Transfer Center Calendar

The Transfer Center staff is working on a variety of activities including university representatives visiting, information workshops and counseling.

Feb. 8 Transfer Center at Fontana 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Feb. 9 Transfer Center at Chino 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

National Univ. at Chino 10 a.m. - noon Cal State San Bernardino 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Feb. 10 Cal State LA 9:30 a.m - 1:30 p.m.

Azusa Pacific 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Feb. 16 UC Riverside 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The Transfer Center offers a variety of university trips. Students must sign up for each trip prior to the activity date.

Feb. 26 Loma Linda Univ. - Leave campus 8:30 a.m. Depart Loma Linda at 1 p.m.

March 5 Univ. of La Verne - Leave campus 9 a.m.

Depart La Verne at 1 p.m.

For more information on any event or to sign up contact the center at 652- 6233 or visit their web site at www.chaffey.edu/transfer22.

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Angelica Davalos (909) 652-6934 thebreeze@chaffey.edu ONLINE EDITOR

JUSTIN KENWARD

If you give a mouse sugar and cream, he will ask for a cup of coffee and donuts.

Celebration at the Center for the Arts building Join the school of Visual, Performing and Communication Arts for a celebration of the arts, culture and entertainment at 5 p.m. on the last Tuesday of every month in the new Center of the Arts building A. Enjoy a lecture, presentation or performances by a faculty member or students from a different VPCA program. A reception with light refreshments sponsored by ASCC will follow each event. The upcoming event will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 23

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Opinion

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Obama: Lest ye be judged I B DONEL WILLIAMS

STEVE BOVI

arack Obama has occupied our nation’s highest office for a little over a year, so I can understand why everyone hates him so much. He’s had plenty of time to solve world hunger, bring peace to the turbulent Middle East, and give us all much needed tax breaks.

Seriously?

I know very little of politics, but the very little I do know shows me our Rome is burning, and it seems the only way we’ve been taught to put out a fire is by setting a larger one. Our nation’s debt is too tremendous to give any human being any wiggle room to accomplish anything in Obama’s position. So I’m willing to forgive the whole “spending money we don’t have thing” as long as there’s a turnaround in our economic struggles as soonish as possible. Needless to say, I lack envy for his position.

While it’s certainly nice to hear an educated man speak, I’ve grown tired of his empty rhetoric. Stop promising me things I’ll never get to experience, like hope.

Bottom line, I don’t want to know how you get it done, just as long as you get it done and we’re all better off. The Republicans did this well for eight years without regard for the rest of us, surely the Dems took a few notes.

From a global stage, President Obama is probably the best thing we could have asked for: well-educated, well-spoken and, above all, likeable. His critics claim he sucks up too much and makes us look like an apologetic, wimpy nation. And? We have the most powerful military and more nuclear weapons than Oregon has trees. I doubt any country thinks they’re going to push us around because we’re making an attempt at humility.

I have no clue what to expect by the end of Obama’s term, so unlike many pundits I refuse to hail him as a savior or deem him the anti-Christ. I’m reserving judgment for his first year in office, a virtue that has worked out for many division 1 athletic directors.

cannot stand Barack Obama. I cannot believe that he is so popular. Actually, I can believe it; I just don’t want to acknowledge it. What is that guy’s problem? Somebody look it up, because I don’t think anybody knows. Maybe that is his problem.

President Obama pondering the concerns of the U.S. citizens.

The first year is normally a rocky one, considering the transitions being made, but as schemes are put into place and the position players learn their roles, only then

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can a fair non-biased assessment be made.

We gave George W. Bush this luxury.

Let’s exercise the same for our current president.

A problem-less president is a terrible thing. With the news media like ours in the US, you must have a certain amount of failure to be considered attention worthy.

You never hear about the crossing guard on the corner unless she saved three children from a flaming ice truck or she got a little too crabby. You may not hear about it. With a president, however, irony and expletives in need of deletion are never enough to keep a president on the chopping block.

Honestly, the president who said, ”You fool me. I can’t get fooled again” was voted in for a second term. Obama is literate, coherent and knows how to accurately convey everything that he wishes.

Yawn.

Moving on, let’s look at his personal life. He is apparently a happy father in a strong family unit. How fun. What’s next, well-adjusted children that listen to their parents?

This guy is so annoying. A whole year in the White House, and he is still tolerable. There has got to be something we can pin this guy with.

At one point people would say his full name in discussion. “His name is Barack Hussein Obama,” they would say.

The emphasis on the obvious relation to an old adversary should have sent the doubters home to cry under their beds.

Instead they battle back with reasoned arguments like, “Your name is Joseph, but that doesn’t make you Stalin.” Well played, common sense.

Short story long, we all need to work together. Vote Obama in 2012. By the end of a second term, we will find fault.

He is human. Let’s prove it.

Guarantees in life: Death, taxes, and no parking STEVE BOVI

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common topic amongst students is the situation of parking. It happens at the beginning of every semester.

People convene in the quad with their cigarettes and coffee and perform amateur debate about the best times to arrive in each lot. It is a time-honored tradition of

the Chaffey campus.

This year, things are different. Students are going crazy looking for a place to put their car. Places that were OK to park last year are now illegal. Tickets are being handed out here and there.

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are causing havoc. That last one is a stretch, but you get the idea.

The Governing Board heard our cries and responded. Touching on the matter, students were told that issues with parking are caused by laziness.

To make an example, the Governing Board had the school refuse access to the quarter-pay parking on Jan. 28

so that they would have a guaranteed spot while in session. This taught students the value of claiming a spot early. Parents and new students without permits had a chance to learn as well because they probably did not know that there is additional pay parking east of the cafeteria.

Rest easy. The circus of finding a parking spot will still exist for a while.

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Campus News

Trash Cutbacks leave mess

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VIRGINIA LUCERO n recent days some students have already noticed that the restrooms are not as clean as they once were.

“I never think they are up to par,” said Brianna Harris, nursing major.

Restroom maintenance, trash removal and other custodial services will not be performed as often, due to a 20 percent reduction for the Facility Maintenance Attendants (FMAs). The change in the maintenance schedule will affect all three campuses.

“In recent months, I have met with members of our community to identify opportunities to optimize resources and streamline services,” stated Bob Cecil, Executive Director of Facilities, Maintenance and Operations, in an email

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Other information contained in the email was that other non-routine services will be performed either as needed or as requested. The official new scaled-back schedule, according to Cecil, calls for the Rancho campus restrooms to be cleaned every night, and restocked daily.

One FMA is assigned to the Rancho campus Saturday shift to accommodate the needs of the classes. Chino and Fontana will be cleaned and restocked daily. Faculty, staff and students can call M&O at extension 909-652-6716 to report bathrooms in need of cleaning or restocking.

Students have also noticed the absence of trash receptacles in some of the classrooms. This is because most trash receptacles are now located outside of the classrooms in the hallways. The Rancho campus trash receptacles will be emptied most nights.

Trash removal for Chino and Fontana will be every other day. On Feb. 2 Harris saw the overflowing trash near the VSS building on the Rancho campus.

“I think it is unappealing and it needs to be handled,” Harris said.

Instructors have told students not to bring food or beverages into the classrooms.

Brianna Harris has thumbs down on trash near VSS. Cecil’s email further stated that bringing food and drinks into the classrooms creates an ant problem. Floor care will be provided on a continuous schedule for all buildings on all campuses. A decision will be made

by M&O whether the entire floor must be vacuumed, mopped, or just spot cleaned.

17th annual scholarship program largest ever ERIC BROWN

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he ASCC/Student Activities is hosting the largest scholarship awards the school has ever offered. $150,000 will be awarded to those who earn a scholarship. The money was raised

by ASCC from the $5 fee students chose to pay when enrolling for the new year.

Applications for this scholarship program will become available Feb. 1. The deadline for submission is March 24 at 4 p.m.

Thirty scholarships will be awarded.

The categories for each scholarship are specific to individual needs. For example, students who are also parents have scholarships built just for them. Recipients will be notified no later than April 16.

To apply, applications will be available for pick up in the Student Activities building or students can download the applications online.

All applicants should have their applications typed to be processed, and students who have received previous

scholarships may not apply for the same scholarship again.

Students are encouraged to apply for multiple scholarships to better their chances of receiving a scholarship.

All Faculty letters must be from current Chaffey faculty. All students who plagiarize work will be disqualified from the process.

For more information visit the Student Activities office or the Chaffey website www.chaffey.edu/stuactive/scholarship.

Test proctoring:

An important service discontinued at Success Center AIMEE MUNN

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he Rancho Multi-Disciplinary Student Success Center, located in the Berz Excellence Building, no longer offers test proctoring for make-up examinations. Test proctoring is listed as an official task description, but beginning this year it will no longer exist.

Over the last three years the MultiDisciplinary Success Center has seen 150 percent growth in student hours, while

operating off of the same budget. The service cut was not considered lightly, but with the current economic situation, the inefficiency of test proctoring, the lack of space and the advent of cheating the service had to go.

“We have insufficient staffing,” said Gregory Creel, Instructional Specialist. “I need our staff on the floor helping students succeed in their classes. That’s why they are getting paid, and that’s why the students come in here. It ain’t fun.”

Even though some students never used

Students study in Rancho Multi-Disciplinary Success Center.

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the test proctoring service, they can see its value to the students who relied upon it.

Some students used the service as a backup plan in case of an emergency.

“It is a setback because that is what the center is here for,” said Sarah Tims, sociology major.

The center has built quite a rapport with students and staff as being a tremendous source of assistance.

“When I used the center for my sign language class, it was really good, extremely helpful. I was tutored by instructors who are actually deaf,” said Nancy Irazoque, biology major. “I think they should have test proctoring for makeup exams — things come up and life happens,” Now that long lines snake out of the center, Creel said he needs all available space for workshops, study groups, and tutoring sessions.

A major issue facing staff is academic integrity. Unfortunately, some students take advantage of the service.

“We can no longer guarantee the integrity of test proctoring,” said Creel.

“Since we can’t afford to have a staff person sitting in there while a student is taking a test, we can’t guarantee that no cheating is going on. It wasn’t a decision I came to lightly because I’m particularly aware of how this is going to affect our part-time faculty.”

Adjuncts are only paid for their official class session, and having to work out

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Set-up services to support the campuses, including athletic events will continue as in the past. Comments can be directed to Bob Cecil at extension 909-652-6715.

In a further development, Human Resources has posted job openings for three Facility Maintenance Attendants.

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additional times for students to make up tests could be a financial loss or potentially unfeasible due to scheduling conflicts.

The success centers exist to augment the college learning process by offering additional learning activities and tutoring sessions, but test proctoring does not do this, according to Creel.

“Test proctoring is a service,” said Creel.

“It makes people’s lives easier, makes the college experience more welcoming, but I don’t think proctoring a test for a student helps them to succeed.”

Establishing a separate testing center is still in an “exploratory phase,” but even in this preliminary stage of finding a site on campus Laura Hope, Interim Dean, School of Instructional Support, said that the college hopes to have a space by Fall .

Until then, perhaps individual departments could set aside space directly for the purpose.

Features

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Business Singles Valentine face-lift BRANDY STACHOWIAK

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he Chaffey GEMS Club did its part this summer by overhauling the presentation of its business quad and renovating it with new landscaping, a bench, and a water fountain. What was once surrounded by dirt and semi-unkept palm trees is now a new visual face-lift for students and staff.

Realizing the potential of the GEMS Club’s curiosity, Sid Burks, Dean of Business and Applied Technology, signed off on the project that had been in progress since last summer. The architectural landscaping was provided by Chris Soltis, who also donated the fountain.

In affiliation with the business department, one of the goals for GEMS Club founder and president, Windee Pattersons, was to maximize our managerial resources by involving corporate social responsibility.

Patterson, appointed club officials, and a small group of eager students who helped make this renovation become a reality.

“It is important as the Global Economics and Management Society to use both our management and economic skills to inspire big changes with small things,” Patterson said.

Focusing on business tactics, the GEMS Club were able to accomplish their goal while not spending a dime, a strong tactic among many that GEMS tries to achieve.

Everything from the rocks, landscaping and the fountain were either donated or recycled material used in past Chaffey projects. Contributions from local businesses include The Home Depot, Lowes, and Soltis Landscaping.

Assisting with the construction of the project included the Chaffey maintenance team, Bob Cecil (Director of Facilities Maintenance and Operations), Raul Alvarado (Ground Manager of Maintenance and Operations), and GEMS affiliates, among others.

With college budgets at an all time low, achieving a remodel without any spending teaches students and its club members that GEMS teaches through leading by example.

You can see the newly renovated quad on display located west of the library in the Business Education building.

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alentine’s day for couples is a fun and loving occasion, but for singles it is just another day. Those who are single usually do not believe that it is worth celebrating if they have no one to share it with, but why be alone? Showing others love such as friends or acquaintances can allow those who are single to have a great time on this day of celebrating the love you have for the people around you.

The majority of people who do not celebrate this occasion usually are unsure of what to do. The singles usually do not want to watch the romantic shows on television just to be reminded or what they are missing. What is there to do?

1. Plan a friend date.

Friendships are usually stronger than most relationships. Spending this day with your friends beside you fills the void of being alone and leaves plenty of options. Plan something such as a dinner and a movie.

2. Go to clubs.

There are plenty of singles around who are aiming for the same goal of not being single anymore. Going to clubs is a great way to surround yourself with others who want to have a great time and who may be an interest for you.

3. Treat yourself to a relaxing day at the spa For guys or girls this is a great way to sweep away all your sorrows and stress. It might cost some dough, but in the end you will walk away feeling like a new person, fresh, free, and relaxed.

4. Throw a singles party from your own home.

Most people who are single do not want to leave their comfort zones. Throwing a singles party from your own place could help you get out of the comfort zone and into someone’s heart.

5. Go shopping If all else fails, buying yourself something nice is always a good pick me up for those who feel they have no one special in their lives to share this day with. You never know, maybe you will meet someone with a similar interest by bumping into them in the same store.

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Arts & Entertainment

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hat’s new at the Wignall From Jan. 25 to March 6 the Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art is showcasing the works from a variety of artists, including Suzanne Erickson. The theme of this art showcase is “Haute,” which is defined as

“high-class.” A few forms of art on display at the museum are photographic collages and ceramic objects. The Wignall is open Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m.

JUSTIN KENWARD

Ceramic object created by Bari Ziperstein.

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f you’ve skimmed the pages of popular dress. What works for that person could fashion magazines recently, you will work for you. have noticed the fashions are steadily And most importantly: 3. Dress for becoming more and more inspired by the your body type. Don’t worry about what’s outrageous Lady Gaga. Whether or not in; if you know something doesn’t flatter you’re a fan of her garments, they aren’t you, don’t wear. Instead, look for things practical, or even flattering. So where that do. This includes color. Not every color goes with every skin does one go for fashion tone. inspiration? To movie Since the traditional stars, spending thousands colors of Valentine’s Day of dollars on one pair of are red, pink and sometimes shoes? Not so realistic. purple, many girls may be And with Valentine’s Day tempted to wear them. Be drawing closer, many want aware that red is a tricky to look their best but don’t color to wear it. If your skin know where to start. had natural reddish tones, a So how do normal red dress might make you college girls look stylish STEPHANIE look red all over. So stick this Valentine’s Day without TKACH with what you know. spending too much money?

I myself like to wear the always classic Here are some tips and tricks I’ve found useful in the past, not just for V-Day, but combination of black and white and Valentine’s Day. No matter the occasion, for all fancy occasions.

1. Pick a celebrity whose style you no matter the skin tone, it is always a admire, and interpret the chosen look in stylish choice.

Happy Styling! your own way.

2. Look at how others around you

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Ami Tallman’s painting.

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Jim Isermann’s floor matt and matching green wall at the Wignall Museum.

n the corner of Ramona and Mission lies a gem with all its cinematic glory often overlooked: the Mission Tiki Drive-In Theater. The drive-in is a bit cliché, but a cliché that not more than ten of you reading this have used. Here are a few fiscal reasons to attend said drive-in.

You are normally going to pay $10.50 a ticket at a movie theater chain. This means if you take a date to the movies, you are already at $21 just for entering. The drivein cost is a mere $7 a person for admission.

At the drive-in you get to see two movies. This means getting twice the entertainment value for less of the cost.

Back to the cold fact of goobers and a Coke. Now, the most perfect thing about the drive-in is that you can bring in your own food and are not confined to the fascist selections at the concession counter, meaning you could very well win some points to carry you to at least the third date.

Now you have covered the money issue.

Now onto the physical component of the date. Here are those advantages.

This first one is that there is no fight for that island they call the armrest. If you have a normal car, then you will be afforded the luxury of having two cup holders. But what about the friendly physical test of fighting over that sad piece of plastic acting as the Berlin Wall?

Even if you moved onto that island on top of her hand you still need to worry about how she feels about holding hands in public. That is your most minor of problems. Your larger problem is that you’re an adult at this point, and making out in a movie theater is against any and every set of rules.

But the loophole is that it is your car and you have the sweet sanctuary of home field advantage. You know how to put the seats back. You basically get placed back to that joy of freedom when you got dropped off to go to the mall with the girl all alone with your parents’ money simply hoping to just get to first base. And with that memory, who could ask for a better Valentine’s Day.

Emily Dickinson: the play As bad as it sounds

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Ami Tallman photo illustration on display at the Wignall.

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t what point did it seem like a good idea to do a “play” on the life of a shut-in. First off, there were only three actresses (all playing Emily Dickinson) transferring broken poems between lines, realistically making one of the greatest American poets seem more schizophrenic than a secluded individual.

Second, I found the whole play more or less just reciting her poetry in a peculiar way instead of trying to portray an individual’s interpretation of the poems (which would have been much more interesting). There were little visuals here or there like a blindfolded scene with a ribbon, that although were executed very well by the actresses, seemed as if it was reaching to be artsy; it just ended up being nails on a

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chalk board.

Now I feel really bad giving this review because it seemed like everyone tried, the play was free, and I would love to see more theater here at school, but this shot for mediocre and didn’t even get that. The actresses did a fine job and worked well with the work that was given to them, but the work given to them was far from a good idea to do in a play.

The turnout for the Jan. 29 event was small, and when I thought about all the people that worked on this and their family members and everyone from the club that put this on was there, I almost felt as if I was the only one there to actually see the play. All I can say is better luck next time; don’t give up. I would love to see more theater, but try to have a better idea for a play before you go through the trouble.

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2010 looks to be a big year for gaming

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JUSTIN KELLER t’s the beginning of a new decade, and 2010 looks to be a promising year for gaming. With games of all shapes and sizes coming out this year, there seems to be something for everyone. Here are a few of the highlights for video games this year.

Bioshock 2 (Xbox 360, PS3, PC) Release date: Feb. 9, 2010 When Bioshock hit the shelves in 2007, it took the gaming world by storm. Bioshock 2 looks to maintain the reputation of this great series. Set 10 years after the events of Bioshock, players get to control the very first Big Daddy code named “Delta.” The ability to use plasmids and weapons at the same time is also a new feature, which will make for some interesting combos when dealing out death.

The most highly anticipated feature in this game is the new enemy called a Big Sister, which are stronger, faster and smarter than any other baddie in the Bioshock world. This game promises to keep fans new and old entertained for the months to come.

Final Fantasy XIII (PS3, Xbox 360) Release date: March 9, 2010

The first Final Fantasy game on a next gen system, Final Fantasy XIII’s graphics blew the minds of gamers when footage of the game was first released. With a colorful world, and beautiful cut scenes, it’s hard not to stare in awe at the wonderful world Square Enix has created. The live action RPG style gameplay seems much more promising than previous versions. This game is right around the corner and will surely calm the appetite of RPG gamers everywhere.

Halo Reach (Xbox 360) Release Date: Sept. 1, 2010

When the first trailer for Halo Reach premiered at E3 2009, Halo fans had to have their jaws glued back on. The game takes place during the events leading up to Halo, following a team of six Spartans called Noble Team. Each of the six Spartans has a unique personality and background storying, hopefully giving the game a more dynamic story line.

Gamers won’t be able to get their hands on this game until fall of this year, but the wait is going to be worthwhile.

Pokémon HeartGold/SoulSilver (DS, DSI) Release date: March 14, 2010

Pokémon Gold and Silver for the Game Boy Color are getting an overhaul for the DS. Like FireRed and LeafGreen (remakes of the original Red and Green) HeartGold and SoulSilver will add major graphical and gameplay changes to the original Gold and Silver versions. One interesting feature is the Pokéwalker. This pedometer-like device lets you send a pokémon from your game into the Pokéwalker, letting you train pokémon on the go. With some very exciting new features this game should not disappoint.

Super Mario Galaxy 2 (Wii) Release Date: TBA 2010

A sequel to the popular Mario platformer, Super Mario Galaxy 2 puts a new spin on the first installment. One of the most exciting features is the ability to hitch a ride on Yoshi (Mario’s dinosaur sidekick).

Players can use his tongue to eat enemies and gain access to hard to reach places. Overall the game looks as visually stunning as its predecessor and will be a great addition to any Mario lover’s collection.

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Battle of the romance movies: women vs. men CARI STACHOWIAK

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hen it comes to Valentine’s Day, a perfect date involves a movie.

For a perfect date, nothing sets the mood better than the following movies: 1. The Notebook Starring: Tim Ivey, Gena Rowlands A love tale that never gets old. Falling in love and then being torn apart, only to come back to one another.

2. Titanic Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet. The two meet up thinking he is never going to be good enough for her, only to be wrong.

3. Romeo and Juliet Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes. Two lovers fight for what they want — each other. They are torn apart by family, but prove that love can last forever.

4. Moulin Rouge Starring Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor. Two lovers who knew nothing of each other meet for the first time living different lives.

5. Ghost Starring Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore.

The two are in love only to have it taken away. He will do anything to say goodbye one last time.

Here are some movies that would work for both men and women:

1. He’s Just Not That Into You Starring Scarlett Johansson and Bradley

Cooper. A funny yet semi-romantic film about getting together and breaking up.

2. Mr. and Mrs. Smith Starring Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt.

The couple fights over love, and having a marriage counselor.

3. Knocked Up Starring Seth Rogen and Katherine Heigl.

This movies shows what it’s like to have fun and have no idea what’s going on until it’s too late.

4. Good Luck Chuck Starring Dane Cook and Jessica Alba. A guy can’t keep a girlfriend, then finds the right one. On top of that he can get just about any girl he doesn’t want.

5. The Ugly Truth Starring Katherine Heigl and Gerard Butler. One man thinks he knows what

women want, but he is not always right about it.

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his isn’t a normal list of romantic films. It is just a list of great movies with fantastic love stories thrown in. There are no cheesy romantic comedies involved, sorry.

5. Groundhog Day Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell star in this early ‘90s comedy classic. Weatherman Bill Murray finds himself in a strange predicament, in that he relives the same day over and over. At some points, cruel, other times, charming and fun. It is a love story where a man has countless days to try and impress his crush.

Plus Stephen Tobolowsky plays a memorable role.

4. Love, Actually I love this British comedy by Richard Curtis. It elegantly entangles ten separate stories about love before Christmas time and an includes an epilogue a month after. It

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deals with variations of love and includes one of Bill Nighy’s best performances of his illustrious career as aging rocker Billy Mack.

3. True Romance True Romance is more of a crime film, but at its heart it’s a love story about two loners who find each other through sordid means. But the love and affection they each go through for each other really shines. It was directed by Tony Scott and written by Quentin Tarantino.

2. Princess Bride Not only is it one of the best fantasy films of all time, and a great ‘80s film, it’s also filled with memorable characters including Inigo Montoya. Plus, with Fred Savage playing the bratty little kid who doesn’t want to hear about the kissing and what have you, it perfectly symbolizes every male in the audience who wants to go back to the swords and Andre the Giant.

And my favorite romantic film is…

You’ll have to go to www.chaffeybreeze. com to find out.

Here’s a hint: it’s a late ‘90s cult classic that is not referred to as a love story. Ever.

Whoever can guess correctly by Feb. 10, 2010 will receive a special prize courtesy of…me.

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Accreditation assures degrees actually count Amber Yasin

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ducation is important for students, especially if they want to earn a degree or certificate. But most students do not know the process it takes for colleges and universities to be certified.

“Accreditation is the process that the college goes through for evaluation and insuring the quality of education which is used by the American Higher Education Community,” executive assistant to the superintendent/president Inge Pelzer said.

Pelzer has worked on the accreditation twice before, and she is now the accreditation liaison for this campus.

The accreditation team is interested in looking at what the college is providing to students. It is up to the college to prove that it is doing its job through evidence-based research. One hundred and fifty-nine people were involved in writing the self-study plan, and the college had 10 committees who wrote on four standards.

“The standards have to do with what

goes on in a college,” Pelzer said. “We need to write about instruction, student services, support services, the mission and effectiveness of the college, technology, budget and the physical appearance of the college. Then we also need to talk about

our president and our governing board.”

Chaffey is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The team will visit the campuses on the first four days of March and look through the self-study to make sure that the college is

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addressing the four standards. The team conducts interviews to verify the self-study is accurate.

Colleges are evaluated every six years.

“If the college gets a clear evaluation with some recommendations of what to do differently,” Pelzer said, “then the college has to write an annual and midterm report every three years to tell the commission members how the college is doing on the things that they recommended.”

After this process is complete, Pelzer said that the college will get a report from the commission, which hopefully substantiates the full accreditation.

Some colleges do get a warning status or even worse, Pelzer said. Some are placed on probation because the colleges were not completely addressing all of the standards.

Pelzer explained if the college went on the probation and did not make any progress after the given timeline, then the degrees and certificates of the students attending the college will not be credited.

“That is really strict, especially for students,” music major Joseph Berumem said.

“That is pretty tough. I would not want Chaffey College to be on probation.”

Pelzer explained that the accreditation is important, but Chaffey is not making improvement just because of the accreditation.

“Accreditation is just a vehicle,” Pelzer said. “We are doing this because we believe that student success is important.”

Pelzer encourages students to be positive and to be informed about the process.

Chaffey Review party a success Josh L’HeUreux

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espite a handful of freeloading jocks devouring the free food, the Jan. 25 Chaffey Review release party was quite the success with a crowd reaching more than 200.

The release party was held inside the Wignall Gallery, which is currently housing the “Haute” exhibit. This allowed guests to roam through the art exhibits while listening to the sublime readings from student writers such as David Stephens, Thomas Kinzer, Jules Ebe and Joshua L’Heureux.

English instructor Eric Odegaard played original music on his acoustical guitar.

The Chaffey Review is a literary journal accepting fiction, non-fiction, poetry and art from all writers and is edited by current students under the direction of faculty adviser Michelle Dowd.

Despite the common misconception that literary journals are heavy and often dry, The Chaffey Review is a no-holdsbarred arena where writers, especially students, can break free from the chains of expectations and write at will covering subjects spanning stereotypical lost loves, sex and sensational violence.

“Writers all start somewhere, and the evident fact is that no one really starts with a novel without honing their literary craft through poetry, short stories and other genres in literary magazines such as The Chaffey Review,” Stephens said.

The Chaffey Review is currently accepting submissions for its fourth installment, due out in May. Writers’ and artists’ submissions can be made at submissions@chaffeyreview.org.

The deadline is Feb. 21.

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New website an inspiration

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world enriched by knowledge. A society bursting with creativity and passion. A community interwoven by the desire to teach and learn. These statements all have one factor in common: valyoued.org.

Valyoued.org is a newly introduced concept created by Chaffey art professor Cynde Miller. The website is a platform for intercommunication and collaboration between members of the community looking to share knowledge and ideas.

“This project is a gift to my students past, present and future,” Miller said. “I have students who come to class after a full night of delivering pacakges for Fedex, after staying up all night with elderly parents or sick children, who take on two jobs, who care for entire families while still trying to pursue their education, who overcome their fear to come back to school as senior citizens, who stake their future on the belief that me and my colleagues will teach them things that will change their future. Valyoued is for these people; they are students and teachers. They have taught me as much as I have taught them.”

On this website, individuals can request to learn or offer to teach any possible topic. The most sought-after topics will be showcased as actual workshops in the art exhibit, Valyoued.org, which will be held at the Wignall Museum from March 29 through April 3.

“I like to think of it as a Craigslist for learning and teaching,” said graphic designer for valyoued.org, Kate Thomas.

“You can post whatever you want, and others can respond to your ideas.”

The usage of this website is not limited to the Chaffey community or students and teachers in general.

“Anybody can join. It is open to the public,” Thomas said. “We hope students spread the word to their friends and families and anybody who is interested in

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Thanks to accounting professors Jeannie Lui and Teresa Thomas you can get your taxes done for free right here on campus.

Lui states, “There is no appointment necessary.” The program will run on a first come first serve basis every Saturday from 10 a.m to 4 p.m (excluding March 20 spring break) beginning Feb. 13.

Alisha Iniguez, a communications major, is one of the many who will take advantage of this offer. “I spent a little over $100 at H&R Block getting my taxes done last year! I will definitely take this opportunity to save a few bucks.”

If you are planning to go, remember to bring your photo ID, social security cards and birth dates for you and all dependents, a bank routing number for direct deposit, and wage and earning statements (Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R). The services will be held in BE-6 and BE17. For details call Jeannie Lui at 909- 652-6829.

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The inspiration for valyoued.org was sparked by the experiences recounted in “Three Cups of Tea: One Man’s Mission to Promote Peace…One School at a Time,” a book written by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin. The book details how Mortenson dedicated his life to promoting education in remote regions of Pakistan and Afghanistan and the obstacles he faced.

“From this book we embraced the concept that a school can be built anywhere.

A mass collaboration of communication can take place anywhere, and anyone can get an education,” Thomas said.

Valyoued.org was also inspired by the Fluxus art movement that originated in the 1960’s and developed mainly in North America and Europe. It is characterized by artists’ unconventional style and combination and fusion of different kinds of media. This movement promoted artistic exploration and socio-political activism.

“In the Fluxus movement, importance was placed on the process of doing the work, rather than on the end result,” Thomas said. “Valyoued.org doesn’t follow the conventional style of learning.

There is no leader. Students can be the

teachers, and teachers can be the students.

The community designs the curriculum; there is no set format so people realize they can learn from anyone.”

Many innovative ideas have already been posted on valyoued.org. Art student Bob Hurton explained the inspiration behind an idea he posted in which he offers to teach others how to make a watercolor kit and palette from an Altoids tin.

“I ride a motorcycle, and I like capturing where I am at and my feelings at that moment. I don’t like being behind a camera, so I sketch instead, and I am always looking for something small and compact that I can use to paint,” he said.

Hurton’s other idea, “What’s in your pockets,” is a show and tell meant to share and explore obsessions with carrying certain items on a regular basis.

“Ever since I was a boy, I was obsessed with carrying things in my pockets like pens, lighters, paper and penknives,” Hurton said. “It’d be interesting to know what other items people are obsessed with carrying around.”

Film students Shawn Schlener and Jordan Mitchell are offering to teach a film class. “I’ve always been interested in film,”

Schlener said. “I’ve taken cinema classes and I’ve interned in Hollywood. I also do a lot of editing, and I hope to meet other filmmakers in this class.”

Mitchell will be creating a documentary for valyoued.org. “Valyoued is a great concept,” Mitchell said. “I hope to get more people involved.”

Although the exhibit will be held for only one week, Valyoued.org has the possibility for remaining a valuable resource for the community.

“Right now the future of Valyoued hangs in the balance of what happens in the next month,” Miller said. “My deep hope is that Valyoued will continue, and whenever an idea has a large number of signed teachers and learners, that Valyoued would help them find a location to meet and would give them a way to fund the supplies for the class.”

All classes are free to the public thanks to the generous support of One Book/One College, Chaffey College and the William T. Colville Foundation. However, funds for supplies are limited. Those registered in the most popular topics will be contacted in early March to schedule workshop times for the exhibit.

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Nursing offers aid to students

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hile some students remain undecided about their career choices, nursing students are taking full advantage of their educational opportunities. The school’s health and sciences department offers a thorough clinical program. Chaffey’s associate degree nursing program currently has a 100 percent success rate.

Students must complete anatomy, physiology, microbiology, lab and English before applying to the clinical program. Those who have completed their course requirements with a GPA of 2.8 or greater have been accepted into the clinical program and are now participating in real life simulation exercises.

Megan Dickinson, RN major, is in the process of completing her general requirements. “I’m a medical assistant,” she said.

“I want to be an RN.” While a group of doctors at Glendale Adventist await Dickinson’s arrival, she’s decided to attend her local college.

“I came to Chaffey because they have a good nursing program,” she said. Dickinson is has taken her golden opportunity to go back to school and get things done. “It’s never to late,” she said.

Renee Ketchum, Director of the ADN program, has a critical care background and has been in the nursing field for 30 years.

“We offer an associate degree in nursing,” Ketchum said. Although students are not licensed registered nurses when they graduate, they earn their degree, which makes them eligible to take the state board exam to become an RN. As a part of the schools health sciences the nursing program offers a variety of positions within the medical field. While some students are working on their associate degree in nursing, others are majoring in becoming a vocational nurse, certified nursing assistant, pharmacy technician or dental assistant.

“We also have a radiological technician program as well as Gerontology,” said Ketchum. All medical courses combined between Rancho and Chino are intensive.

“The nursing program is a lot more stringent,” she said.

Community hospitals that are supportive of Chaffey’s nursing program include Pamona Valley and San Antonio. Aside from providing a nursing staff and monetary incentives, Chaffey has been fortunate to receive a substantial amount of funds to augment faculty salaries.

“Kaiser Fontana has granted scholarships,” Ketchum said. In addition, Arrowhead Regional Center is in partnership with Chaffey’s nursing program. Thus allowing their nurses to work as our adjunct faculty.

Although females appear to dominate the nursing field, males are encouraged to pursue this career choice if desired. Men are traditionally 10 percent of the nursing population. “All over nursing programs are trying to recruit more males into the profession,” Ketchum said. In efforts to increase the male population in the nursing field Ketchum has recently applied for a grant, which would address recruitment of males.

“Our philosophy at Chaffey is to maintain the quality instead of quantity,” Ketchum said. While state cutbacks have affected some of the general required courses, the nursing program has not made any cuts.

“We are required by accredited agencies to have a standardized curriculum,” Ketchum said.

Ketchum urges students to get politically involved and know who their legisla-

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tive representative is. She wants students to express that they are voters. “Email, write, petition,” she said. “Do whatever you need to do.” Reminding Gov. Schwarzenegger about the importance of the medical field could result in a positive difference.

Chaffey offers an intensive and exciting simulation lab. Aside from learning how to give injections, students experience the importance of labor and delivery. They have the opportunity to assist a mannequin, whose name is Maria Lopez, give birth.

“They learn about certain concepts or decease process,” said Angie Fangonil, Simulation Specialist. “It’s fun,” she said.

“The students love it.”

Students do everything for their patients, from code red to code blue students learn how to delegate the ER in the simulation suite. They have first hands on with fake blood, I.V. and body waste. “We just had a blood spill,” said Fangonil.

The students are filmed during simulation by an overhead camera. They have the opportunity to evaluate and critique themselves after. “They can see what they are doing whether it’s right or wrong,” she said.

This plan motivates the students to continue improving their critical care proficiency.

“Everyday is something new,” said Courtney Vallejo, RN Major. Vallejo recently received a Dolores Jones grant from Kaiser Fontana. “Being in the nursing program allowed me to earn the grant,” she said.

Nikkie Bryant, RN major, is pleased with the program. “It’s exciting everyday,” she said. Although the students come into the program knowing very little, they focus on the building blocks of their education each semester. “We just learn so much with the experience they provide for us,” she said.

“I’m excited and I know that some of the best nurses come from Chaffey,” RN major, Chandra Hill-Borayo said. Hill-Borayo looks forward to her career in nursing as it’s something she’s always wanted to do.

We have more than we ever imagined we could have,” Ketchum said. Fangonil has proven to be a great asset to the program.

Her hard work and dedication continues to please faculty, staff and most importantly the students.

“The nursing community have always rallied in emergencies,” Ketchum said.

“Even my daughter is a nurse,” she said.

Ketchum’s daughter is currently on a waiting list, expecting deployment to go to Haiti.

There will always be employment in the medical field. “You always need nurses,” Ketchum said. Chaffey’s program prepares students for the real emergencies of the world, even death. The mannequins provided in the program breathe, bleed and make bowel sounds just like real life patients. Although students can actually kill a mannequin, “it’s really not that bad,” said Ketchum.

For more information and a video regarding Chaffey’s nursing program, visit www.chaffeybreeze.com.

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Radiology Tech Fresh offers good future powder adventure A APRIL CHURCH

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resh powder is most skiers’ idea of the best conditions for enjoying the sport. Hardcore skiers who hit the slopes after heavy rainstorms, such as last week’s, know what obstacles were encountered, but they agree the challenges were worth it.

The weekend of Jan. 23 was no exception. As I began my trek to Big Bear to enjoy the fresh powder, getting up early, at 4:30 a.m., and getting on the road was necessary. Checking for road conditions is mandatory before leaving home. Even then some roads may be closed. Expect surprises as the CHP may redirect traffic to another highway, as I experienced. The drive may not require snow chains at the beginning but can quickly change the higher the elevation or as the snow continues to fall. By 8 a.m. I found myself struggling to put on the snow chains before I could continue to Big Bear. By this time I had put in three and one half hours and still had not even started up the mountain.

Another pre-planning tip is to make hotel reservations before heading out. It is possible that there may not be rooms available. Many skiers find themselves stranded as the roads became impassable and need a place to spend the night or nights. The fun expected can quickly turn into a stressful experience. When my group finally got to town, I immediately headed for Motel 6 to find out if a room was available. I met three skiers who had been stranded since Thursday. That is when I found out that the CHP had just closed all the roads. For the time being no one was getting in or out.

My experience underscores the extremely valid point of being prepared when seeking fresh powder. With that in mind I have passed on some things to remember.

• Just because the roads are open, it does not mean it will be smooth sailing. Be prepared for delays.

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Inspect your car for motor oil, transmission and brake fluid levels, and windshield wipers that are in good condition.

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Carry chains. Even four-wheel vehicles need them when Caltrans issues R3 conditions. R3 means chains are required on all vehicles, no exceptions.

re you ready for a career change in the Radiologic Technology Program? Despite the cost-cutting measure of the recession that is affecting individuals throughout this country, there is still hope in your future.

Andrea Dutton, Radiologic Technology Professor and Program Director said, “Students as well as laid-off citizens are mandated to return to college to advance their degree in order to have a job has been calling non-stop to apply and inquire about the radiologic technology program.”

Chaffey is accepting applications for the Radiologic Technology Program starting as of Feb. 1 through Feb 26. Radiology is in high demand.

Over the past five years, there have been 100-plus students applying for the program. Yet there are 28 students accepted in the program annually.

The Radiologic Technology program leads to an Associate degree, which includes, operation of digital and conventional X-ray equipment, exposing and processing images, utilizing radiation protection practices, positioning patients, and patient care.

Concurrent, 2000 clinical training hours is conducted in eight hospitals affiliated with Chaffey College.

Upon successful completion, graduates earn Diagnostic Radiologic Technology and Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit certificates and are eligible to become licensed as Radiologic Technologist and Fluoroscopy Permit examinations are

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administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

“I’m not sure if I will get in. I have completed my prerequisites for the program and hope to get in. It’s more of a waiting game,” said Jose Valdez, majoring in Radiologic Technology who applied this spring. “If I am accepted, I will to put my very all into it” Valdez is a firstgeneration college student in his family and is ready to take it the whole way.

Jose said, “I would live, eat, breath, sleep Radiology. It’s my dream.”

There are three No students were full-time instructors, eight part-time faculty members and all are RT’s certified through the ARRT and State of California Radiologic Health Branch.

“The teachers here are very helpful and willing to go the whole nine miles to help students succeed,” graduate student Gail Miller said.

Miller also wanted to give insight for the first-year students that will be attend-

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ing the Radiologic program in the spring.

“You must come in the program willing to learn, with an open mind, good study habits and have a good support system,” Miller said.

For more information about the Radiologic Technology Program qualifications, criteria, and curriculum, check out the website: www.chaffey.edu/radtec.

In the end we did get to Snow Summit just in time for night skiing at 3 p.m. I was frazzled, pissed, tired and frustrated, but the moment my skis hit that fresh powder, every angry feeling I had evaporated. I was left to enjoy the mountain with a few other people who had the same perseverance and dedication for skiing in fresh powder as I did.

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Sports

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Welcome to Chaffey’s new Sports Center

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haffey introduced its newest addition to the campus, the Chaffey Sports Center at a basketball doubleheader on Feb. 3.

The new building is spectacular, equipped with all the amenities and comforts to accompany Chaffey’s indoor sports and more.

Located adjacent to and north of the old

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Architect Don Amerson of NTD Architecture gave the new gym a wecoming sense of spatiousness.

Sicosky gym, the new sports facility has taken the place of three tennis courts and a parking lot. When leaving the campus, the sidewalk is installed with the smart walk lighting system. The system illuminates the crosswalk to make for safe crossing.

At the entrance, an upper and lower plaza serves as a serene lounging area, beautifully landscaped with stone pine trees and an array of Chaffey gold stones.

There is an elevator leading from the lower level to the facility’s main entrance.

“I really like the way these plazas are laid out,” said Panther fan Ken Peters.

“This is great for people with limited mobility.”

The front of the building has a dual window ticket booth to serve as ticket purchasing and information.

As fans enter the center, a huge lobby radiates an atmosphere of openness and cheerfulness, the effects of strategically placed skylights. The center is fully equipped with restrooms that are handicap friendly. The spacious snack bar has dual access to alleviate the long lines that normally would build up in venues with single-serving windows, especially during the halftime breaks.

“It’s not the size that empresses me.

It’s the amenities,” said Connie Fung, the assistant manager of the cafeteria “They’re so useful.”

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A large crowd, including many alumni, was on hand for the first basketball games Feb.3 in the new sports center.

The 964-seat gym features primary and secondary courts cheerfully laminated with Chaffey’s colors. The court is interchangeable with motorized bleachers that open and close to accommodate both basketball and volleyball. The six retractable baskets are strategically arranged above the hard wood floor to give the court the flexibility to serve as game

time gymnasium or multi-practice courts.

In the rear of the gymnasium there are separate home and visitor locker rooms and a separate referee locker room.

Wanda Hunter, mother of lady’s basketball coach Lashone Caldwell, said, “It’s very nice. I like it very much. Now we need to get some wins, so we can hang some of them banners on the walls.”

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haffey’s women treated Victor Valley to an old fashioned butt whipping 86-63, in the debut of the new Sports Center Feb. 3.

The Panthers packed out Chaffey’s multipurposed arena in their opener —and they gave the enthusiastic crowd all they came for.

Chaffey got off to a 19-6 lead early in the first five minutes and never looked back. It was sophomores Tierney Arnold and Christie Menard who carried the early offensive load, combining for 12 of the first 19.

The Panthers seemed to lose focus at the 15-minute mark, allowing Valley to creep back into the game 19-15. The boisterous crowd began to shout a chant of “defense, defense,” and the Panthers responded by denying the Rams on three consecutive possessions while pushing the lead to 2515.

Freshman guard Kourtney Gilbert delivered a big-time performance, scoring 10 points in the first half. “Playing on the new court in front of all of these people really got me fired up,” she said.

Chaffey took complete command of the game, scoring easy buckets as they ran their offense to near perfection. The score was 52-33 at the half.

The second half was as entertaining as the first, as the Panthers ran on all cylinders. They led by 20 just five minutes into the half, 62-42. Valley fought back with several surges, but the Panthers were able to match their intensity each time the Rams made a run.

The close of the second half featured Chaffey’s fab-freshman Kyla Smith.

Smith’s contributions included a gamehigh 19 points, 12 in the second half. Smith is also responsible for the last-second,

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game-winning shot against Barstow.

Chaffey’s next home game will be against Rio Hondo on Feb 12 at 5 p.m.

Men prove too much for VVC, 72-64

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he men cruised to a 72-64 victory in the Wednesday doubleheader, which featured the star-studded crowd at Chaffey’s new home.

The game had all the dressing to go along with the spectacular play of the Panthers. The Game opened with the announcement of the national anthem, accompanied by the Boy Scout 2000 and the Pack 555 of Fontana who performed the color guard during the song.

The center was packed to near capacity.

Chaffey alumi and officials poured into the center to be part of the hottest event in the Inland Empire. Staff, friends, professors and relatives all showed up to the extravaganza.

The place was raging as the opening tip-off ignited a roar that rivaled a heavy weight title bout.

The Panthers got off to a slow start, as they seemed to spar with each other, similar to two fighters tying to fill each other out.

After the first blow was thrown, it was on.

Chaffey connected the first blow at 15-8. Both teams’ guards took early longrange jump shots, while most of the action took place inside between both teams’ big men.

Valley sent three and sometimes four players to the boards to follow up missed shots, but Chaffey’s freshman Mo Hughley and sophomore Geoffrey Harrison performed valiantly.

The Panthers pushed the score to 27-14 by playing tenacious defense. Harrison and Hughley denied Valley players around the

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Tierney Arnold helped Panthers to an early lead en route to an easy win. basket, while Chaffey’s guards wreaked havoc on the Ram ball handlers.

The early scoring came from Hughley’s power moves and freshman Dario Jokic’s pinpoint three-point shooting.

Valley never let up, as they made surges to bring the game close, but were never able to take the lead. The half ended with a score of 34-27.

The Rams came out as a team on a mission in the second half. It only took five minutes to score seven unanswered points to tie the game at 34-34.

Coach Klein made wholesale substitutions until he was able to come up with the combination that satisfied him.

Sophomore guards Cornell Jenkins and

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Matthew Wallace stepped up big as they both found the bottom of the net in the second half.

Jenkins seemed as if he were playing in a senior league. His lightning quick first step left Ram defenders standing in their tracks as he began to score at will. Jenkins led all scorers and finished with 20 points, but it was Harrison who delivered the knockout blow.

With the score close and Valley mounting momentum, Harrison followed up a missed shot with a monstrous slamdunk that brought down the house.

That dunk not only ignited the packed house crowd — it re-energized the Panthers who went on to beat VVC by eight.