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Volume 87, Issue 14

April 10, 2014

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Kellogg, Zia, Baxter win

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Board candidate and incumbent Jeff Kellogg received 55.6 percent of votes against Marshall Blesofsky, who received 44.4 percent of the vote.

Board candidates Sunny Zia, who took the Area 3 seat with 59.8 percent of votes, and Area 5 hopeful Greg Slaughter shake hands Tuesday, April 8.

LBCC director and Area 5 Board candidate Virginia Baxter received 55.7 percent of votes against Greg Slaughter, who received 44.3 percent of the vote.

Uranga likely leaving Board; Otto loses mayor bid Jeff Kellogg stops challenge by Marshall Blesofsky for Area 1 position. Page 7

Sunny Zia easily gains Area 3 seat in race against Stella Ursua. Page 7

Virginia Baxter defeats Greg Slaughter for Area 5 Board seat. Page 7

Garcia, Dunn in mayoral run-off while Uranga leads for council job. Page 6

Mini Grand Prix rocking, rolling PCC today 11 a.m.-1 p.m. King and queen, fastest lap and best car design to be announced. By Madison Salter Staff Writer On your mark, get set go, the 39th annual Mini Grand Prix will be today, Thursday, April 10, at the PCC from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Lawn. This year, students were in-

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volved in the planning of the Teams will race for the men’s a king and queen were awarded in event. In the Fall, the event was and women’s championship. 38 years. cut by Students Life leaders, howAwards will also be presented The Mini Grand Prix leads up ever, the decision was overturned. for best car design, fastest lap and to the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Donald Sum, 18, an acting best team uniforms. Beach which starts Friday, April major, said Wednesday, 11. April 9, “I’m excited, I’m “It’s a nice tradition. It’s something you can Jacky Quiroz, racing with the Men of count on going to with family and friends.” 20, a communicaAztlan,” a social-service tions major, said, the -Jacky Guiroz Grand Prix of Long club. He said his team will communications major be made up of three peoBeach, “It’s a nice ple. King or queen of the event tradition. It’s something you can Aztlan captured first place in will be announced at 11 a.m. Last count on going to with family or last year’s Mini Grand Prix and year’s king and queen were Angel friends.” Sum said he hopes to do it again Vasquez and Michelle Vargas. Quiroz also said she thinks this year. It was the first time that both the weather will be perfect this

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weekend for the event. Obed Bavon, 19, a computer specialist major, said, “The best part of the Grand Prix is the Indy series. The cars go so fast.” Bavon said the Grand Prix has a really cool atmosphere with lots of great food. He also said he thinks the Mini Grand Prix will be a cool event. More information is available by calling the Office of Student Life at (562) 938-4552 for the LAC and (562) 938-4111 for the PCC.

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PCC revamps communication Newsletter brings bigger buzz to keep students informed. By Kendall Harris Staff Writer A new way to communicate to students has become a priority for the PCC. Campus officials are revamping not only the buildings, but also the website to create a bigger buzz for students who don’t know a lot of information about the PCC. The goal for all the new updates is to get more students who usually try to get classes at the LAC to have them take advantage of the new opportunities and classes now open at PCC. To get more students involved, campus officials are making sure they are up to date with the times. PCC Associate Vice President Meena Singhal said, “We’re working on making sure PCC gets a bigger audience. We’re currently working on a phone app and student handbook that will include resources such as financial aid, calendars and special events. It’s to help the student navigate themselves toward the right college experiences.” Already, the campus has its website operating and it features a newsletter. The monthly letter, “What’s New@PCC,” is overseen by the associate vice president’s office. It details events happening at the campus and the community

around the campus. Pictures for the months showcase the participation and student involvement. For February, the newsletter introduced the new playground for the Child Development Center called The Beach. The newsletter mentioned the outdoor playground was put in not only for the purpose of child’s play, but also to help early childhood education students study motor skill activities through the children. Student Luis Rodriguez, 26, a pre-law major, said, “I think it’s awesome that PCC is trying to put more effort in getting their name out there. I have taken a couple of classes on the campus and I really love how small it is. “It’s more intimate and I feel there are a lot of things that happen over here and people at LAC never really get to see that. So having a newsletter or app will really improve the overall agenda of the campus.” On the PCC-linked website employees also include a guide to contacting each department, including web resources and phone numbers. PCC student Alicia Abraham, 19, an undecided major, said, “I am happy that they put something like this up. It’s very helpful because before when I would try to find anything about PCC on the LBCC page it would be hard, or I wouldn’t be able to find anything at all.” Information on PCC, classes and special events may be found at lbcc.edu/PCC.

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Miguel Espinoza/Viking WINNERS ANNOUNCED: English professor at PCC Jason Casem reads an essay written by third-prize winner Stephanie Martinez “My Inspiration for Equality” at the creative essay writing contest for women’s history month in the LAC Fishbowl in Building E, on Thursday, March 27, from noon to 1 p.m.

English club awards student writers By Miguel Espinoza Staff Writer More than $900 was awarded to three student participants in a competition for creative essay writing on Thursday, March 27, in celebration of women’s history month. The award money was from a grant through the LBCC English Majors and Minors Club. First prize winner Kelly Hodis won a $500 check with her essay “Kathleen Hanna: Feminism through Punk Rock.” After the event Hodis’ nervously said “I was surprised when I heard I won first place. I don’t believe this was my best work.” Second place winner Emma Stewart won a $300 check with

her “This Woman Moves Mountains.” Stephanie Martinez came in third place with her “My Inspiration for Equality” Martinez won a check for $100. ASB used Alexandria Chavez, 21, VP of the English majors and minors club, and Patrick Shaffer, 21, President of the English majors and minors club to judge essay submissions. Chavez says, “Judging the essays was a really great experience, it brought in a new aspect to the competition and allowed for student’s essays to be evaluated by their peers. I also got to get a feel for how things work in the background, and see how hard it really is to evaluate so many good essays. It

was great to see what people are writing about and the kind of people that inspire them as well.” Shaffer says, “We had one day to judge the essays. We had 30 submissions, but of those we had seven that were really well made. Out of those seven we spent one or two days deliberating amongst ourselves through emails at the club meetings to choose the best three essays. It was a really hard decision because there were so many good essays. Working behind the scenes was really constructive for me as a writer. Judging and grading was a great experience because I want to become a professor in the future, and it felt really good to be doing something important.”

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Wine tasting with ‘Thomas Jefferson’ By Paul Ingvaldsen Staff Writer

Elegantly coiffed Joan Scarcella, 79, a senior studies major, walked into PCC’s William H. Dyer Hall on Sunday afternoon, April 6, as students and guests assembled to meet “Thomas Jefferson” and then enjoyed six rounds of wine testing. Scarcella asked, “Where’s Jefferson sitting?” Portraying the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and the nation’s third president, Peter Small, 60, explained how he became an actor. “I’ve always been interested in Thomas Jefferson since I was a child,” Small said. “I was a history teacher in the Washington D.C. and Los Angeles metropolitan areas. I started doing this in my classes as part of the lesson, dressing up as historical figures,” he said. Small described early efforts to distance America from England in the mid 1700s as colonists struggled to create a vast new country. “Jefferson wanted to protect the people from the tyrannical British government. He believed protecting the rights of the states would protect the rights of the individual.” Senior studies teacher Mary Thoits, 90, made the connection between Jefferson, grapes and

wine. She said, “We’re combining Jefferson, who had a vineyard, and wine tasting.” Jim Martois, 77, lead the event as wine steward and orchestrated a fun and educational presentation. “I’m a member of the Society of Wine Educators. We promote the healthy drinking of wine,” he said, waving a dark-colored wine bottle with a smile. Guests were treated to six rounds of one ounce samples as smiles appeared among the crowd. “Wine tasting is pretty simple. We use the three ‘S’s’. Swirl, sniff and sip. It’s either going to be ‘yum’ or ‘yuk,’” Martois said. “Yum, yum,” answered the crowd after the first Chardonnay. Martois went on to offer advice about wine purchases and storing. “I’d buy Washington wines over California wine any day,” he said. “Wine from Walla Walla is some of the best in the U.S. California wines have about one percent more alcohol. That one percent makes a big difference in taste,” he said. After the wine tasting event an opportunity drawing was conducted by senior studies event coordinator Beverly Norborg. Holding her prize as she left the room, world affairs major Shirley Liskovec, 82, said, “Another orchid to kill.”

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Leonard Kelley/Viking SPRING STROLL: A photograph of students in the Front Quad by Viking opinion editor Leonard Kelley earned an honorable mention at the Journalism Association of Community Colleges convention.

Journalism students gain 10 awards

Students, an alumnus and the college president earned 11 awards at the Journalism Association of Community Colleges 59th annual state convention in Burbank on April 4 and 5. City magazine, advised by Cindy Frye, Morgan Barnard and Jeff Smeding, earned general excellence. Alumnus Jesus Hernandez was named Volunteer of the Year, President Eloy Oakley gained the First Amendment award and student Samwell Fave-

la received the top scholarship. Hernandez also took home a firstplace plaque for bring-in news photo and second-place honor for bring-in advertisement. Viking editor-in-chief Eliza de la Flor was awarded third place for on-the-spot feature writing, Braxton Moore captured fourth place for bring-in info-graphic and Bakr Alduhaim took fourth for bring-in feature photo. Honorable mentions were received by Leonard Kelley for bring-in photo and Kristin Grafft

for on-the-spot news photo. Eliza de la Flor, 32, a journalism major, said, “I was surprised and thrilled to place. It was my first attempt at feature writing.” The convention hosted 545 student delegates from 43 schools and two colleges not in attendance also competed in publications contests. LBCC recipients will receive formal recognition at the Board of Trustees meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, in T1200.

Men of Aztlan club helps encouraging students.

with a video game arcade. For 25 cents students were able to play the Wii and Xbox 360. Students played the popular game Super Smash Brothers Brawl on the Wii console. Students were encouraged to play against each other and arrange mini competitions with only pride on the line.

Aztlan member Ronald Qualls said, “The reason we chose to hold an arcade fundraiser is so we can be more active with the students.” Aztlan are one of the three men’s social-service clubs on campus, and they regularly conduct fundraisers to support their club.

Fundraising lets students play games

By Albert Chavez Social Media Editor The Men of Aztlan raised money on Wednesday, March 19

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Monarchs find a home at PCC Two employees band together and build a home for butterflies to be shown at horticulture unit.

Darel James / Viking HEALTHY HINTS: Speaker Rachael Katz offers helpful tips to students regarding healthy infant nourishment on the LAC in D237.

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“A mom with HIV decreases the chances of the baby getting the disease by breastfeeding.” Instructor Jennifer Musick is an advocate for breastfeeding. She said she breastfed her twins for one year. Musick said, “It was a very positive experience. I feel that it’s very important to include a unit on breastfeeding in my Women’s Health Issues course, as many people are not aware of the

may use baby formula as a substitute. Alana Carvin, 19, a kinesiolStudents listened closely as ogy major, said, “Feeding your Rachael Katz, who is pursuing her baby formula in a bottle is not license as a lactation consultant, natural. Breastfeeding is natural. gave a presentation on breastfeedI thought the speech today was ing Thursday, March 20 in D237. very beneficial and I see myself She conducts many breastbreastfeeding my baby in the fufeeding groups and is an advocate ture.” of the method. First-time mommy Naomi A slideshow presentation was Gonzalez, 19, a social work major, shown with advice and techsaid, “At first I was not going niques interpreted with hu- “This was my first time to breastfeed as I had peomor. learning about breastfeed- ple telling me not to, that Katz gave educational it was a waste of my time. information on what to ex- ing and has definitely enI learned so much today pect when breastfeeding and couraged me to do it when about breastfeeding that afhow often a baby needs to ter today’s presentation, I’m be fed, which is every 2 to 4 I have a baby.” 100 percent convinced to hours. -Norrell Thompson breastfeed my baby.” Anthropology major Katz said, “My goal is to Some students heard educate young women who about breastfeeding for the don’t have children about breast- numerous health benefits for both first time. feeding. I breastfed all three of my the infant and the mother. Norrell Thompson, 31, an anchildren and breastfeeding is the “In addition, there are many thropology major, said, “I’m an one choice you will never regret. myths and misconceptions about advocate on home birthing and “Not do only mothers burn breastfeeding, so it’s important staying at home with your baby calories when breastfeeding but to debunk these myths and pro- to bonding. This was my first time it also helps prevent breast and vide students with accurate in- learning about breastfeeding and ovarian cancer, osteoporosis, formation so that they can make has definitely encouraged me to Alzheimer’s disease, allergies and informed decisions in the future.” do it when I have a baby.” asthma. Mothers who don’t breastfeed

Art group finds ideas outside Teacher discusses techniques as students work on a 6-part project. By Kendall Harris Staff Writer The Art 31 intermediate class met outside Monday, March 24, and their main focus was to discuss their journey so far on a 6-part series. Meeting outside with the students was a matter of convenience for the six-person group. Teacher Cathy Stone said, “We are meeting outside because we didn’t want to disturb the rest of the class.” Stone went around to each student and asked where they are

so far in their journey with their Stone said, “We’re having a own pieces. showcase in the class in the next She advised the students on three weeks for the students. what they might need to change in “It will be a critique and conterms of their versation on art medium their successand made “I am working on an es and failures sure they felt art series that touch- through the confident in es on transparency journey of their where they pieces.” are with each through mixed meM a l i a i n d i v i d u a l dia and exploring Working, an piece. art major, said, Each stu- the textures and “I am working dent works on content.” on an art series a single piece that touches on -Malia Working t r a n s p a r e n c y of standArt major alone art and through mixed from there the final work will be media and exploring the textures their 6-piece series. and content.” Also they will include what The class meets Monday and the context of each piece holds Wednesday mornings in the K and the statement it is making. Building.

Hastie said, “This is more of an awareness thing. Just to show people and maybe have people understand the life cycle of the butterflies, to know that the monarch has its life stacked against it a little bit as we lose these habitats of milkweed.” Students can take a class that By Liliana Duarte teaches them more about the reStaff Writer lationship that insects and plants have. Integrative pest manageTeacher Jorge Ochoa and in- ment is one of the classes. structional associate Brian Hastie “It’s trying to get them more in wanted to have something for the tune with nature,” Hastie said. people to see in the horticulture Many different species of butunit, so they built a home for the terflies are flying around the garbutterflies and hosted an open den. house Monday, April 6. A few are in their chrysalis Every year, they grow or offer form. “The butterflies are intersomething different in their gar- active stuff for people to look at, den. so they could be interested and Last year, explore,” Hastie they created “I got so many said. a fairy gar- emails asking me With butden. Ochoa terfly awareness and Hastie if I’m selling milkday June 9 and had the house weeds during the the plant sale, already and sale because of the which will run many plants from April 16that the but- butterflies.” 19 from 9 a.m. terflies could -Jorge Ochoa to 6 p.m., the feed on, so Horticulture teacher garden will also they decided be a good place to build it. Nestor Perez, 20, a hor- to spend time between classes. ticulture major, said, “Butterflies It is a good time to have the are important to us because they butterflies in the garden and help pollinate some of the plants a great time for people to see, that we have here, but they are not Ochoa said. Having the butterthe only insects that help.” flies at the plant sale will make it Ochoa planted milkweeds a beautiful scene for everyone to all around the garden, so butter- enjoy, he added. flies could feed on them. Visitors Ochoa’s and Hastie’s students will not only find butterflies in say they enjoy learning about the the house they built, but also all relationship insects and plants around the garden. have. Ochoa said he has a few Ochoa said the butterflies are students who have not seen a butalso present to keep people in- terfly for a long time. formed on the butterflies. “They like it. A lot of them Many butterflies are dying be- have memories of seeing more cause they do not have the food butterflies when they were youngthey need to stay alive. “I got so er. I’ve seen so many students who many emails asking me if I’m have kept with the unit and they selling milkweeds during the sale said ‘I haven’t seen a butterfly in a because of the butterflies,” Ochoa long time.” It’s a great opportunity said. to watch the butterflies up close.”

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Musician seeks understanding “I’m just trying to dig deep in my soul.” By Alejandro Nicolas Staff Writer Inside a clammy local studio called “The Manson Motel,” human services major Jian Salas, aka Jianni Xavier, sits and writes a new record for his upcoming album. Surrounded by crunched-up papers with old rhymes, cigarettes and fast-food wrappers, Salas explains that the life of an emcee is a struggle, but what he wants to express is the struggle of the streets. He said, “At the end of it all, I want the music to be political.” The 27-year-old North Long Beach resident and LBCC student begins his verse with a powerful opening, “Working nine-to-five feeling like a slave to the money. Either figure it out now or stay living hungry.” As Salas paced back and forth, thinking of new lines to recite he explained he came from a long history of gang violence. “That’s the way it is around here. I was influenced by the streets.” Through all the muck of city life, Salas said he seeks refuge in the studio where he can be himself and express himself through words and song. He is familiar with sheet music, knows how to play a few in-

A quad provides an oasis By Marleen Ledesma Co-CityStyle Editor

Alejandro Nicolas/Viking PREPARING A NEW VERSE: Jian Salas , 27, a human services major, writes a song in the studio while finding the next line to perfect the bar.

struments and can also sing. Salas juggles school, work and parenting while simultaneously recording, promoting, performing and writing. “Chasing my dreams has been overwhelming, but I don’t regret it. I need it for my spirituality. I almost gave up. “When I got out of prison, they gave me $200 to find my way home. I spent $50 on the Greyhound, $100 on an interface and the rest on a microphone. I wasn’t going back.” Salas has been making music for nearly 20 years and his major in human services is helpful.

He said, “At the end of the day, it is about being a voice for the people. I had a way of figuring it out. But as far as human services goes, it is helping me to see what specific areas need attention. “For example, why some people are oppressed and others are not and most importantly, why. My major is educating me on the way the social system is set up. It’s like therapy to me. “Realizing and understanding why I am the way I am gives me clarity.” Salas has high hopes for his music career. With a few quiet words, he explained, “I’m just try-

ing to dig deep in my soul.” Rashida Crutchfield, an adjunct lecturer in the human services department who also teaches at Cal State Long Beach, said, “He is an exceptional student. He offers thoughts and ideas that add to the depth of our conversations in class. He is a joy to have.” Samuel Jobe, 35, a human services major, said, “He’s going to be a great social worker in the future.” The hip-hop artist plans to transfer to Cal State Long Beach next year then to a master’s program. He plans to focus on social work once he finishes.

The admissions building at the LAC provides an area for students that can be used to get away from class and noise, which can help them study for an exam or allow them to concentrate to get homework done. The inner courtyard is a closed space surrounded by Building A. It is open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Students may socialize or do homework peacefully. It can also be used for interviews for on-campus jobs or to spend time alone listening to music. Students said they enjoy the peacefulness of the area. The gardens and rays of sunlight provide a nice vibe for students and there is shade for hot days. Julia Lara, 18, an aerospace engineering major, said, “I like the flowers and garden they have. It makes me feel like I am at school.” Student Sean Cardenas, 23, a microbiology major, said, “It has a very nice presentation, very calm.” Many people have said this place has a different feeling from the Nordic Lounge area next to the Food Court. The student lounge known as the Fish Bowl is more occupied and noisier than the A Building area.

ELECTIONS

April 10, 2014

Long Beach voting victories for Garc Former LBCC teacher is first in mayoral primary Damon Dunn also in June 3 run-off to lead Long Beach. By Sam Favela Staff Writer and By Eliza de la Flor Editor in Chief and Shannon Murphy News Editor

Brandon Richardson/Viking Robert Garcia, along with members of the Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters, gives two thumbs up after a long night leading in the polls on Tuesday, April 8.

Doug Otto LBCC trustee finishes fifth in the 10-person race for Long Beach mayor

Gerrie Schipske Former LBCC trustee takes fourth in the battle to replace Mayor Bob Foster

Former LBCC speech teacher and public relations manager Robert Garcia finished first in a 10-person field running for Long Beach mayor on Tuesday and will be in a runoff June 3. LBCC Trustee Doug Otto finished fifth and former Trustee Gerrie Schipske was fourth. No sign of stress was evident during Vice Mayor Garcia’s campaign party for mayor on election night. Garcia was all smiles as he walked into his election outside at the Hotel Maya on the Long Beach Harbor. By the end of the night, according to unofficial vote totals, Garcia led the elections at 25.4 percent, followed by Damon Dunn at 22.3 percent. Probably the most important supporter who turned out at the election party was current mayor

of Long Beach Bob Foster. “I endorse the winner. … He is the guy for the future,” Foster said. During the party, Garcia spoke to the campaign party next to his mother Gaby O’Donnell, Foster and Garcia’s domestic partner Matthew Mendez. “Our best days for the city are yet to come. The look around the room, I see Long Beach, the diversity,” Garcia, 35, told the crowd. Garcia immigrated from Peru when he was 5, was the first to attend and graduate college in his family and has a close connection with LBCC and Cal State Long Beach teaching communication studies at both schools. If Garcia is elected mayor of Long Beach, not only will he be the first Latino, but also the first openly gay mayor of Long Beach. “We still have a long way to go tonight. ... Together we are going to win the election,” he said. A grassroots campaign fueled by fiercely loyal supporters with a desire for transparency in government met with disappointment as two-term City Council member Schipske’s mayoral run ended with her in fourth place, according to unofficial results posted by the City of Long Beach on the Vote LB 2014 app in the early hours of Wednesday, April 9.

Campaign spokesperson Misha Houser said if Schipske did not finish with the numbers to go to a run-off for mayor, “She would not do a write-in.” Schipske entered her campaign gathering at Cirivello’s in Long Beach around 8:30 p.m. to applause and cheers of, “Gerrie, Gerrie,” from campaign volunteers and family. The gathering was shared by supporters of Carl Kemp, a candidate for City Council District 5 endorsed by Schipske. While Schipske gained points, it was not enough to budge her fourth-place standing and the latest available results showed her finishing with 15.5 percent of the vote. Otto finished fifth with 13.6 percent of the vote. Otto gained endorsements from Tom Clark, member of the LBCC Board of Trustees and former mayor of the Long Beach, former mayor of Los Angeles James Hahn and former California Governor George Deukmejian. Otto said, “I’ve been in this city my whole life, I looked at where Long Beach was heading, I looked at my skill sets and what Long Beach needed and thought there was a perfect match between those things.”

Uranga leads 7th Council contest, but a recount is expected By Richard Mejia Staff Writer More than 30 friends, family and volunteers showed up to support LBCC Trustee Roberto Uranga in his run for the District 7 Council seat Tuesday, April 8 at City Limits Cantina. Uranga claimed 50.8 percent of the precinct vote shortly after 1 a.m. with opponents Joan Greenwood trailing with 24.54 percent, Teer Strickland with 18.58 percent, and Lee H. Chauser at 6.64 percent,. By a mere 11 votes, Uranga is currently avoiding a June 3 runoff against Greenwood. However an automatic recount will soon begin because of the narrow margin. If he falls below 50 percent plus one vote, the run-off campaign will be underway. Uranga said, “First and fore-

most I want to bring economic stability not only to the 7th District, but to Long Beach. I want to get the people back to work and make our district attractive to businesses and get them to stay here.” With Uranga currently holding the Area 2 seat on the LBCC Board of Trustees, the board would decide to either hold a special election or appoint a replacement for Uranga’s seat if he is elected. “If it were possible for me to stay on the board I would, but I will have to step down and resign from the Board if elected to the 7th District,” said Uranga. Wife and former council member Tonia Reyes-Uranga said, “I’m glad the campaigning is over for today, but we had a great staff and fantastic volunteers that allowed for a strong campaign.” Among the drinking and

celebration, Uranga’s oldest son Emiliano Uranga coordinated the event and kept everyone updated with the results. Emiliano Uranga said, “It’s been a very positive and exciting feel all day, even though it has been a crazy busy day.” With a total of 2,355 unofficial votes counted for Uranga, he managed to avoid a run-off election by a mere 11 votes. However, there is potential for a recount as the Long Beach Municipal code 1.21.030 states, “The City Clerk shall order a full recount of the ballots in any municipal election wherein the difference between the two candidates receiving the most votes is one-half of one percent or less and the difference in the absolute vote is fifty votes or less. “Given that Uranga holds the majority of the votes under 50 votes, there is a chance that a recount could happen in the coming weeks.

Richard Mejia/Viking Trustee Roberto Uranga, center, watches his vote total surpass 50 percent early Wednesday morning, April 9, with his wife Tonia Reyes-Uranga, seated, and their sons Emiliano and Roberto Tomas and daughter Roaslinda, from left. If he maintains that lead over Joan Greenwood, he would avoid a costly, time-consuming and potentially risky run-off on June 3 for the Long Beach 7th District City Council position.

Flash mob outside T Building supports 3 Board candidates

Student dancers call attention to election campaign event on Carson Street. By Nick Steele Sports Editor

A “flash mob” campaign rally on Carson Street in front of the T Building at LBCC’s LAC was a sight to see Thursday, April 3. Many students watched, some

danced, candidates spoke, sup- home stretch, on the road to vic- “change the pace vote” and “we porters chanted and the Long tory.” got the spirit,” led by, sociology Beach Register was covering the Zia spoke over a megaphone, teacher and Political Action Coawhole thing. “unacceptable,” she said, “The lition chairman Janet Hund. Students began Emily Gehthe rally by doing the “The current administration isn’t giving enough rman, Learning electric slide on the respect to its students, faculty and community.” Academic Residewalk in support of source faculty -Sunny Zia member and PAC three candidates runNew trustee ning for the Board of treasurer said, Trustees for Areas 1, 3 and 5. current administration isn’t giv- “Get out and vote.” Sunny Zia of Area 1 and Greg ing enough respect to its students, The rally inspired many, inSlaughter of Area 5 while Mar- faculty and community.” cluding business administration shall Blesofsky of Area 3 did not. Students, volunteers and major, Morocco Curry, 35, who Slaughter said, “We’re at the teachers chanted phrases such as said, “Vote them out.”

Although the most excited of the bunch was Kathryn Jennings, a reading teacher, who wanted “a clean sweep,” she said. The three candidates were supported by the full-time teachers’ union, the part-time teachers organization and the support staff employee group.

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Ursua loses fight to represent Downtown on LBCC Board Area 3

By Alejandro Nicolas Staff Writer and By Nick Steele Sports Editor

Alejandro Nicolas/Viking LBCC Board of Trustee candidate Stella Ursua (left) and campaign manager James Suazo watch incoming results on television at her home in downtown Long Beach, Tuesday, April 8. Ursua lost to Sunny Zia for the Area 3 seat.

The vibrant crowd of young and successful friends, family and volunteers for Area 3 candidate Stella Ursua quickly turned into a collective anxiety, while opposing candidate Sunny Zia won the LBCC Board seat in the unofficial results Tuesday, April 8. The final unofficial results at 1:31 Wednesday morning had Zia at 59.76 percent ahead of Ursua who gained 40.24 percent. The small gathering in the living room of Ursua’s Ocean Boulevard apartment was electrified with excitement when the voteby-mail results came in.

The smell of Hawaiian style Portuguese bean soup filled the home and young volunteers gathered outside on the balcony talking politics. Ursua said, almost disheartened, “I don’t want to look.” Volunteer Rondii Colson said, “I like what Stella stands for. She makes a difference for people.” Ursua said, “I want to reinvest into a lot of the programs that were cut and also bring new programs that will bring new jobs. If I lose, I will continue with my non-profit called Green Education Inc. and educate residents and businesses how to be energy efficient and sustainable.” Marcia Tolentino, Ursua’s spouse, said, “It was amazing what we did with the budget we had.” Zia gathered at El Torito on the corner of Lakewood Boulevard and Candlewood Street in the Lakewood mall. Around 30

people attended. Greg Slaughter, candidate for Area 5, attended as well. Zia discussed her politics enthusiastically stating that she plans to re-establish the 11 vocational programs cut in 2013. “My main focus is the students. The burden shouldn’t be on the them.” Gabor Vass, former LBCC teacher who was previously laid off during the budget cuts, estimated, “4,000 young people will lose jobs due to the cutting of LBCC’s vocational programs.” Zia mentioned how less fortunate students are at a loss regarding AB955, the 2-tiered fee structure for some Winter and Summer classes. “They may be gangbangers, but they still want to be in school.”

Slaughter finishes 11 percentage points behind in final tally Area 5

By Brittany Lieberman Managing Editor and By Ana Maria Ramirez Starr Writer Tracy’s Bar and Grill in Long Beach was crowded Tuesday night, April 8, with supporters of LBCC Foundation Director Virginia Baxter who won the Area 5 seat on the Board of Trustees, defeating former LBCC Greg Slaughter. The numbers kept rising during the evening. Baxter gained 55.70 percent and 6,253 votes while Slaughter pulled in 44.30 percent and 4,973 votes. Among the crowd was former Long Beach Mayor Ernie Kell, who served from 1984-1994. He said, “She’s the best and an outstanding lady. The City College needs someone like her.” One of the challenges that Baxter came across at the beginning of the campaign was not being able to reach people over the phone. She decided to go doorknocking and was much more effective than passing out fliers and brochures as she personally spoke with more than 1,000 people,

Miguel Espinoza/Viking Area 5 LBCC Board candidate Gregory Slaughter speaks to a crowd of supporters at his campaign headquarters late Tuesday, April 8. He received 44.3 percent of the vote against Virginia Baxter who received 55.7 percent of the vote.

Baxter said. LBCC President Eloy Oakley arrived about 11 p.m. to join the celebration: “I supported her since day one that she declared to run the election. I’m here to congratulate her. So far the results suggest she’s a winner. We will see.” As the night progressed, the crowd grew larger with more enthusiasm. Retired LBCC Dean of Student Life and athletics John Fylpaa was cheering all the way

with his positive energy and said, “She is the person who understands the college inside and out and understands the big picture. Ginny will be one of the strongest Board members that we have ever had.” One of Baxter’s goals is to increase the transfer rate to universities and figure out on how to achieve that. She wants to communicate more effectively with the public in regard on how the vocational programs work and

what to expect out of that education. Baxter also hopes to increase the students who apply for scholarships and resolve the parking issues on Clark Avenue. More than 50 supporters of Slaughter showed up to his campaign headquarters at the El Torito restaurant on Lakewood Boulevard. Slaughter, a 66-year-old retired LBCC professor and former lieutenant for the Santa Monica Police Department, said his

morning, April 9. Goals for his campaign, which Kellogg spent most of the elec- he stated on his Website, “Contintion night at home to see the votes ue to modernize and improve the come in. Commenting LBCC facilities, continue on how the night was to build trust and coopgoing for him, he said, eration with our college “It looks favorable, very community and to go favorable.” paperless to reduce costs Later in the evening and improve efficiency.” Kellogg went to Board Blesofsky spent colleague Roberto UranTuesday night waiting ga’s campaign party to for votes to come in at congratulate him on Nino’s Italian restaurant Marshall apparently winning the at 3853 Atlantic Ave. A Blesofsky 7th District Long Beach small crowd gathered, Former LBCC City Council seat. including his wife, son professor

and campaign volunteers. Their outlook on the night was optimistic even when Kellogg’s lead was high. As a former LBCC health teacher, his campaign message was to tell the public about the importance of students going to LBCC, bringing back vocational programs and making sure that the public’s tax dollars are being used properly. Blesofsky said, “It is important to educate the public about the benefits and values of the City College.”

campaign was focused on slowly bringing back the bulk of vocational programs cut in 2013. Slaughter’s campaign manager and an LBCC political science professor of 21 years, Ken Graham, said Slaughter’s campaign revolved around a “dedication to transparency and putting an end to the two-tier Winter and Summer tuition system.” The employees’ unions’ political action committee chair and LBCC sociology professor of 17 years, Janet Hund, said, “This campaign has been an amazing experience because we actually worked together and believed in each other, instead of stabbing each other in the back.” The headquarters shut down at 11 p.m. with Baxter leading in preliminary votes. Slaughter said, “I’m very disappointed, but I’m satisfied in knowing we gave 150 percent. I love LBCC and that’s the only reason I ran. “I learned so much about my community. Going door-to-door and talking to my constituents and their issues was a very valuable experience,” Slaughter said. The trustees manage a $105 million budget, approves all hiring and set policies for the college. Baxter will take office on July 22.

Blesofsky falls in attempt to unseat longtime incumbent

Area 1

Kellogg wins with 55.6 percent of the vote. By Kendall Harris Staff Writer Longtime incumbent Jeff Kellogg defeated challenger Marshall Blesofsky, 55.6 percent to 44.4 percent, for the Area 1 LBCC Board of Trustees seat in final vote totals reported early Wednesday

Early Tuesday, his campaign party walked the districts of North Long Beach hoping to get last-minute votes and making calls from the voter registration list. The goal of walking North Long Beach was to hit north of Del Amo Avenue, where few people are registered to vote. Even with the loss, Blesofsky said he will still make time to be an advocate for students and student representatives. “Students should be heard, not to be put down or told to sit down.”

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SPORTS

April 10, 2014

Women’s track and field squad races to the finish Coaches see young athletes making progress toward end of season.

notable performances. Sophomore sprinter Aliyah Monsalvatage placed sixth in the 100-meter dash with a time of 12.77. Sophomore Maria Sanchez-Meza finished sixth with a leap of 3.89 meters in the long jump as well as a pair of secBy Richard Mejia ond-place finishes with a time Staff Writer of 51.87 in the 4-by-100 and 4:29.16 in the 4-by-400 relays. The women’s track team “We need to push ourselves In regard to the team’s restruggled in the Pasadena Games and have more confidence. cent struggles, freshman sprinton Friday, March 28, as they compiled four, top-10 finishes. We need to keep bettering our- er Shavone Nora said, “We need Freshman sprinter Des- selves so that we can beat our to push ourselves and have more confidence. We need to keep tinie Hernandez led the team bettering ourselves so that we in overall performances as she personal bests.” posted two top-10 finishes in -Shavone Nora can beat our personal bests.” The Vikings have one more the 800-meter and 1,500-meter Freshman Sprinter meet Saturday, April 12 at Mt. sprints. Hernandez clocked in at team and when inexperience like San Antonio College for the Mt. 2:40.53 in the 800 meters for an this exists there is no clear leader SAC Relays before the preliminary regional championship meet eighth-place finish and posted a among the team.” In addition to Hernandez’s ef- Tuesday, April 22, and the regiontime of 5:23.76 in the 1,500 that landed her in 10th place and was forts at the Pasadena Games, the al championship meet on Friday, team managed to pull off some April 25, at Veteran’s Stadium.

Miguel Espinoza/Viking Freshman Melissa Yepez- slides into third base despite being hit on the wrist by Mt. San Antonio pitcher Natalie Sanchez. After the next pitch, the Mounties missed a catch, giving Gonzales the opportunity to slide into home plate, giving LBCC one run. Long Beach lost to Mt. San Antonio.

Baseball team scrambles for berth

also a season-best time. The Vikings have yet to taste high levels of success this season. The coaching staff said the team is close to a making large improvement, but something is holding them back. Coach Karen Vigilant-Goodman said, “We’re a very young

Vikes look to bounce back on the diamond after 10-0 loss to Cerritos

The Viking softball team started the season strong but league play has recently stunted the team hopes. In South Coast Conference play, LBCC has an 8-9 record.

The Vikings have a 7-4 record at their home diamond. Coming off a 10-0 loss to rival Cerritos, the Vikings hope to come back for a win in their next conference game against Pasadena on Thursday,

April 10, at 2 p.m. Melissa Yepez of the Vikings was injured by a pitch during a game and checked for possible fractures. It was later confirmed she was okay.

A high scoring game turns out to be rewarding as LBCC Vikings add another victory to their record

boasting a 10-5 record in conference play. Coach Casey Crook said, “We’re still alive for the playoffs, but our pitchers have to step up. We have a good team full of a bunch of supportive guys so I can see them pulling together late.” In regard to the remaining games, freshman first baseman Jordan Ybarra said, “We have to by Richard Mejia keep playing good baseball. We Staff Writer can compete with anyone. We just Bouncing back from a tough have to keep the right attitude.” In addition to their efforts on loss against Mt. San Antonio, the the field, the Vikings had three Vikings were able to come from players recognized for their efbehind and edge out Los Angeles forts in the classroom. SophoHarbor College, 9-8, on Tuesday more pitchers Nick Wood, Sean ,April 7. Hale and For the “We’re still alive for the playoffs, first baseman first time this Nolan Flashs e a s o n , t h e but our pitchers have to step were Vikings were up. We have a good team ... I man named to the able to seC a l i f o r n ia can see them pulling together cure a comeC om mu n it y back victory, late.” College Baseand in the -Casey Crook ball Coach’s usual fashHead Coach As s o c i at i on ion, it was a Academic Allhigh-scoring game. State team. Sophomore pitcher Michael Crook said, “They’re good stuOstrea (1-1) picked up the win as dents who are highly motivated, he gave up two hits and struck out responsible and very coachable.” one. With nine games left in the It was the hitting, however, season, the Vikings started their that managed to seal the game three-game series against East for the Vikings as the efforts of Los Angeles on Wednesday, April sophomore outfielder Ryan Dickison with 2 RBIs, and freshman 8 with a 3-1 loss. Their next games are at 2:30 shortstop Michael Thomas, 3 hits, April 10 and Saturday April 12 at managed to spark the offense. noon versus East Los Angeles. The Vikings are now at .500 with a 13-13 overall record, while

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Injuries limit men’s track and field By Richard Meija Staff Writer

The men’s track and field team saw many shortcomings in the Pasadena Games at Pasadena City College on Friday, March 28. As the season winds down, the men’s team has been ravaged by injuries. The injuries have limited performances on the field, as well as the number of entries the Vikings have at meets. Freshman sprinter Kimani Gilbert posted a season-high 1:06.06 in the 400-meter dash to

finish in sixth place. Gilbert’s efforts were the highest placing of any Viking at the meet. Freshman Jeffrey MacGillivray was able to manage a season-best in the 200-meter with a time of 23.08, which landed in him in ninth place. Coach Bayano Kamani, said, “Injuries are big right now and it’s been difficult to see these guys work hard and then become frustrated when they can’t go out and compete because of the injuries.” Kamani hopes the team inju-

ries will subside in time for the preliminary regional championships. “There are guys who are close to placing for the championship games, but the injuries aren’t allowing them to compete, as a coach, sitting them out these next few weeks is a tough decision.” Said Kamani. The Vikings have one more meet Saturday, April 12, at Mt. San Antonio College for the Mt. SAC Relays before the preliminary regional championship meet, Tuesday, April 22, and the regional championship meet on

PRACTICING PERFECTION Miguel Espinoza/Viking JUMPING IN: Adrianne Alaniz in lane 2 prepares to dive as soon as her teammate reaches the block during a swim meet Friday, March 14, against Pasadena and Chaffey.

Swimmers hit their stroke By Christopher Martinez Co-Sports Editor

Christopher Martinez/Viking Relyea Speller attempts a spike during practice with the rest of the men’s volleyball team at the Small Gym at the LAC on Monday, April 7. The Vikings are 14-3 overall with a conference record of 8-2. Their next game is 6 pm on Friday, April 11 at Santa Barbara.

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The men’s swimming and diving team from dominated Los Angeles Trade- Tech, 215-19, on Friday, March 28. Viking Coach Chris Oeding described his men’s team as deeply talented as well as well-balanced in all areas. On Wednesday, April 9, Oeding said, “For the women’s team, they are lacking numbers and it is tough to do well in swim and dive with lack of numbers. But with the numbers we have, I think the team has done pretty well.”

The South Coast Conference Championships are scheduled Thursday through Saturday, April 17-19, at Mount San Antonio College. Sophomore swimmer James Tokunaga said, “Our season this year is going strong. We have a team full of strong swimmers. Next week’s meet will be hard due to the strength of talent, but we will hold our own. We will be OK out there.” The Vikings are looking to stay competitive as they are in second place behind undefeated Mt. San Antonio.

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April 21-26 Spring Break April 10 The ASB will host the annual Mini Grand Prix from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on the PCC’s Lawn. For more information please contact the Office of Community Relations and Marketing at (562) 938-4353 or (562) 938-4846 or contact Ryan Langley, at nlangleyiii@gmail.com April 11 Aspiranet is partnering with The Alliance for Children’s Rights and Andrus Family Fund to host a one-day training featuring an integration of the laws and policies governing extended foster care at PCC Building 00 Room 3 from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Preregistration is required and begins at 8:30 a.m. The cost is $20, free for care-givers and youth. For more information please contact Tammie Harris at (559) 222-4969 or at tharris@aspiranet.org Training information available online at transitionsforcayouth. org Through May 12 Students may pick up a registration packet for the LBCC Spelling Bee. The packet includes rules and words and is available on both campuses. May 16 from 10 a.m. - noon in the Nordic Lounge E at the LAC. For more information, people may contact the Office of Community Relations and Marketing.

April 15 Summer class schedule will be available online. Priority registration begins April 28. For more information, students may contact the Office of Community Relations and Marketing at (562) 938-4353 or (562) 938-4846 April 15-17 Graduates may visit the Campus Stores to order caps, gowns, custom announcements and class rings for associate degrees and certificates Tuesday, April 15 and Wednesday, April 16 at the LAC 10 a.m.4.p.m. and Thursday, April 17 at the PCC 10 a.m-4 p.m. For more information, students may visit lbcc.bncollege.com Transfer Center at the LAC hosting universities U.C. Berkeley Mt. St. Mary’s College In A1097 Tuesday, April 15 from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Wednesday, April 16 from 9 a.m.-noon. Mt. St. Mary’s College Thursday, April 17 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Drop-ins will be seen on a firstcome, first-served basis. April 18 An alumni transfer panel will be part of the Beverly O’Neill student leadership conference. Former students will share their experiences in CSUs, U.C.s and private schools. Students may visit bit.ly/ LEADER2014 to register. Deadline for President’s Ambassadors applications Find out more and apply at LBCC.edu or contact Mark Taylor at mtaylor@lbcc.edu or call (562)938-4206.

April 15

Darel James/Viking Students dance to Aretha Franklin’s “Respect” along the Carson Street sidewalk at the LAC on Thursday, April 3. The dance was for three LBCC Board candidates. Students began the rally by doing the electric slide. For full coverage on the election, see pages 1, 6 and 7.

ARTS

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Spring open mic presents a public event by LBCC’s Marian Sims Baughn Center for Literary Arts in support of the Young Poets Society Friday, April 18, from 7-9 p.m. Sign-ups start at 6:45 p.m. in the LAC’s P104. Poetry, spoken word and acoustic music are welcome. For more information, please call (562) 243-7114

April 09 Men’s volleyball vs. LA Pierce at 6 p.m.

CONSTRUCTION

April 19-27 The City of Long Beach will commence maintenance work on the Carson Street pedestrian bridge at the LAC. The bridge will be closed through April 27. People are advised to use the crosswalk east of the bridge, observe all construction signage, stay clear of construction activity, and do not enter barricaded areas.

SHOOTING DRILL

Wednesday, April 23 at the LAC: The Long Beach Police Department needs volunteers for an on-campus shooting drill. On-duty officers and the Fire Department will participate and surrounding law enforcement agencies will be invited to attend. Role players can stay for all or part of the drill. Students and employees interested in volunteering can call (562)9384807.

April 10 Women’s tennis at TBA for the South Coast Conference Championships April 10 Softball at Pasadena at 2 p.m. April 10 Baseball vs. East Los Angeles at 2:30 p.m.

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What are your plans for Spring Break? Compiled by Miguel Espinoza on Friday, April 4 and Wednesday, April 9 on the LAC

Gabriel Moreno, 22 undecided major

“I plan on hanging out with friends, possibly go to the beach.”

Jason Lopez Urena, 19 political science

“Plan on spending time with family, sleep in and get some rest.”

Jae Yoon, 47

Rebecca Bass, 21

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“I’m going on a Northern California tour of colleges sponsored by the LBCC transfer center.”

“I will probably be working most of the time and hopefully going out to dinner or the movies.”

Rosario Jimenez Chavez, 28 History and social science major “I’m going to go visit my mom in Moreno Valley for Easter. We plan to barbecue at her house.”

Omar Lopez, 19 undecided major

“Possibly go on a trip to San Francisco and have fun at the beach.”

EDITORIAL

Welcome, new trustees The Long Beach election season will introduce a new mayor, LBCC Trustee Roberto Uranga is advancing to the Long Beach City Council and two new LBCC Board members, Sunny Zia for Area 3 and Virginia Baxter for Area 5, will take office this Summer. We welcome and congratulate our new Board members and look forward to working with them. We appreciate their dedication to the students and will support them whichever way we can to improve the quality of the LBCC community. We hope the mudslinging that often comes with political campaigning ends and members focus on maximizing students’ potential and time spent at LBCC.

We urge the Board to prioritize the students’ best interest before their own agendas. Although it’s impressive and ambitious of Uranga to possibly hold seats on both the Board and City Council, both positions require a lot of work and could lead to conflicts of interest. Also, we strongly recommend that Baxter fully retire as LBCC Foundation director while she serves on the Board to avoid any other conflicts of interest. She has done an outstanding job as director. We wish all the luck to resigning Board member Mark Bowen and retiring Board member Tom Clark. Their service to the college is much appreciated. Long Beach has 285,029 regis-

tered voters, but only 40,589 cast ballots or 14 percent. We highly encourage all residents to exercise their right to vote, especially in a time where people in foreign countries are fighting for their lives for the right to vote. By law, employees are given time off from work to get to the polls. Those 86 percent of registered voters in Long Beach who did not vote, and those who did not register, shouldn’t complain about the results. Uranga appears to have avoided a run-off with his closest opponent by a mere 11 votes. This situation proves that every vote counts. Everyone is encourages to vote again in the student elections in May and again on June 3 throughout California.

OPINION

Looking back now, I wish I tried harder when I started college Next academic step takes him to the UCLA film school and a move to Hollywood. By Alejandro Nicolas Staff Writer To be frank, I never wanted to go to school. High school was murder. It was cold in the morning and I never wanted to wake up. My senior year, I was sleeping in my car. I thought the concept of college was a complete waste of time. I was working, making good money and I didn’t see any future in it. Boy, was I wrong. My experience with rejection began when I first was denied transfer admission to Cal State Long Beach. After spending nearly seven years at LBCC, I was surprised I didn’t get in. I was frustrated. I transferred to Cal State Dominguez Hills for a few semesters, where I fell in love with theatre. I eventually transferred to Cal State as a creative writing major where I finished my first novel and several short stories there. I remember the day of my graduation. I woke up late. I had a hangover and I didn’t even want to go. I mustered enough strength to take a quick shower, comb my hair and put on half a suit and tie. I put my gown on, drove over and tried to find my department. I was so late that I walked in with the philosophy majors and found my seat. It was a broiling morning and I asked myself, what am I do-

ing here? It didn’t hit me until I walked up and shook the dean’s hand, took a picture and saw my mother screaming. The adrenaline was something I’ll never forget. Tears almost came to my eyes when I realized after 10 years of college, I was finished. The pressure was on. I took some post-bachelors classes at Cal State but soon realized I couldn’t afford it. I returned to LBCC, to polish my writing skills and began applying for graduate schools. After two years of rejection I got an email from the department of Theatre, Film and Television at UCLA asking me to interview for the masters of fine arts in screen writing. I agreed and the interview went well. I dressed up in a $40 suit and put on my best show. I even left a Viking newspaper to showcase my most recent writing. A couple of weeks ago I found out that out of 500 applications, they only interviewed maybe 20 applicants and only accepted eight into the program. I was not one of the eight. I was rejected once again. They offered me a position in the professional writers program, which in turn mimics the masters of fine arts, taught by the same professors at UCLA, which is cool. I decided to accept their offer and try again next year. I am moving to Hollywood in a couple months and beginning my career in motion pictures. I never thought I’d make it this far in my education. If I would have known it was possible, I would have tried a little harder at LBCC and maybe I wouldn’t have wasted so much time.

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Jose Navarro/Viking John Oliver Santiago, 20, an economics major, samples some of the chili at the Chili Cook-off. The annual Cook-off is part of the Mini Grand Prix events at LBCC. This year’s Mini Grand Prix will be at the PCC on Thursday, April 10, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Brittany Lieberman/Viking Thor members Rodrigo Perez, left, and Jose Velazquez, 19, an anthropology major, said, “Our secret ingredient is love, sweat and tears.”

A hot and spicy day on campus

Brittany Lieberman/Viking Five clubs set up makeshift kitchens to prepare and cook their chili for LBCC’s 39th annual Chili Cook-off on the LAC Quad on Tuesday, April 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The five clubs that competed were KCTY radio, Ladies of Isis, Ladies of Athena, Alpha Gamma Sigma Kappa honor society and the Thor men’s social service club.

By Paul Ingvaldsen Staff Writer The ASB-funded 39th annual chili cookoff began Tuesday, April 8, at 10:30 a.m. in front of the A Building at the LAC. Assembling kettles of beans, meat and spices, contestants from seven campus clubs fired up concoctions and began cooking. The event concluded at 1 p.m. and the winners were announced by members of the LBCC royal court. Counselor Erainia Freeman, Vice President of Student Support Services Gregory Peterson and math teacher Pablo Bert presented the Judges Award’s first place trophy to college radio club KCTY. Second place went to service club Thor. The People’s Choice Award, selected by student voters, gave first place to Alpha Gamma Sigma, the honors club. The Ladies of Athena won second place. Club displays were also judged with first place for the best display going to The Ladies of Athena. Isis won second place and TNT came in third. Surveying the clubs and their displays,

Student Life coordinator Teila Robertson said, “This is actually going to be my first Chili Cook-off. It looks cool. I should have entered my chili.” ASB Event coordinator Hilda Franco explained the relationship with LBCC’s Chili Cook-off and the Mini Grand Prix. “The Chili Cook-off is a part of the Mini Grand Prix for 39 years. It took a little longer this year because of construction. We had to be aware of new lawns and not to mess up the grass.” Franco’s sentiments were echoed by Ryan Langley, 28, a kinesiology major and ASB student athletes representative, who said, “I’m coordinating the event with the Mini Grand Prix. I’ve helped the advisers for the last four years. I knew it was going to be a lot of work.” Down at the end of the line of cooking clubs, the Coalition for Latino Advancement had students lining up for a cool drink of Jamba Juice. When asked if they had planned their event to coincide with the chili cookoff, Alejandro Campos, 19, an undeclared major, said, “It’s kind of ironic, isn’t it. It just happened.”

Brittany Lieberman/Viking Marisela Reyes, 21, a nursing major, and Sue Jimenez, 20, a biology major, prepare ingredients for the Ladies of Isis’ chili. Jimenez said the club used her mother’s chili recipe. Jimenez said, “The main secret is to pre-boil the water for an hour, prepare the chicken and add salt and lemon. The rest is just cutting vegetables.”