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Volume 88, Issue 1
September 4, 2014
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42 new full-time profs start Number is most ever to begin at LBCC as budget woes ease. By Lauren Christine ho News Editor This semester, a record 42 new full-time teachers have been hired as the Great Recession subsides. Greg Peterson, vice president of Student Support Services, shed some light on the situation. “Each Community College is required to have a certain number of fulltime faculty, it’s based upon the amount of students are enrolled. In 2009-2010 when the budget was really bad, the state allowed us to freeze this obligation in order to recover our budget.” During the budget crisis, some lower level staff members were let go to help stabilize the budget. Eventually programs were reviewed to see where adjustments could be made. After careful consideration, it was decided that programs with little enrollment and completion results would be cut to concentrate funds. Thirteen teachers started last Spring and 42 this semester to meet the state’s requirements. The interview process was headed by Marilyn Brock, interim vice president of Academic Affairs. Brock said, “LBCC received thousands of applications for 45 teaching positions. The new very
11 positions are open for students seeking office. By Carlee Rodriguez Calendar Editor
Darel James/Viking NEW PROF: English 105 teacher Jennifer Liddell, one of the 42 new full-time professors hired, instructs English fundamentals in T-2377 on the LAC, Wednesday Sept. 3. See page 8 for photos of all 42 profs.
diverse faculty brings a broad level of experience and enthusiasm to the college and will make significant impacts on LBCC over the lifetime of their teaching careers.” Professors were hired into the subjects where there was the most need to alleviate stress in separate departments and truly meet the needs of the student body. Wendy Koenig comes from Chicago to teach art history: “I’m anxious to learn the system here
and serve on committees and help out.” Koenig has been teaching for years and said part will come easily for her. “I kind of know what to expect, but I want to make sure that I’m reaching the students that they’re understanding me that they’re not afraid to talk to me. That takes a while.” So far, the new teachers seem to be enjoying themselves and keeping busy by becoming familiar with the campuses. Students are also excited about having new
teachers. Jesse Mendez, 22, is majoring in philosophy and has professor Robert Vitt for one of his classes. “He’s great, very down to earth and passionate about teaching. He’s very interested in his students input and progress, not to mention, he is extremely knowledgeable in his subject matter.” Mendez also said that Vitt did an awesome job selecting affordable text books for his class, which for the students is always a plus.
Area 2 trustee seat to be filled By Brittany Lieberman Editor in chief
The LBCC Board of Trustees announced Tuesday, Aug. 26, it will appoint a trustee to the vacant Area 2 seat as soon as Thursday, Sept. 11. The vacancy was established in July when Roberto Uranga resigned to serve the 7th District of the Long Beach City Council. Student Trustee David Root said, “There are a variety of people applying, from a 19-year-old student to Jordan High School’s principal.” The current applicants are part-time LBCC journalism teacher Vivian Malauulu, Irma Archuleta, Christian Caldera Rodriguez, Natalie Chan, Leon Foster, Elaine Gehr, Alex Gomez,
ASB elections are here
Mario Gonzalez, Joan Green- attend LBCC community events. munity input, purchasing ad wood, Juan Lopez, part time The Board voted to form an ad space in major publications such LBCC , Susan Redfield and Clau- hoc advisory committee July 29 to as the Los Angeles Times, the zell Stallworth. oversee the appointment require- Long Beach Register, La Opinion, Area 5 Trustee Virginia Bax- ments and processes in order to the Press-Telegram among othter said, “We need someone who keep the process, “honest, open ers,” Otto said. has the time to dedicate and who and transparent to the communiThe Board said to uphold knows their comtransparency in munity. Most “We need someone who has the time to dedichoosing a new repreimportantly we cate and who knows their community.” sentative, candidates need someone and trustee members who cares about are not allowed con-Virginia Baxter tact outside public the college and Area 5 trustee the students.” discussion before or Trustee Vice President Doug ty,” Otto said. after interviews. Otto said the Board voted to apThe committee was comprised Oakley said the Board has a point a member of the communi- of Root, President Eloy Oakley, deadline of Sept. 13 to choose a ty rather than conduct an election, LBCC Personal Commission representative, but is planning to which would have cost $292,000. member Richard Gaylord, Ac- announce its choice by Sept. 11. Otto said candidates must be ademic Senate President Karen Oakley said, “We are looking able to communicate with stake- Kane and Otto. for someone who will represent holders, be knowledgeable to stu“The committee made a tre- all students, especially the underdent success and have the time to mendous effort in seeking com- privileged.”
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Associated Student Body President Lokilani Hunt said the Cabinet is seeking diligent people for eight appointed positions and three elected positions. The appointed positions include PCC student council president, LAC Club Senate president, PCC Club Senate president, representative of legislative affairs, arts, student health and environment, communications and athletics. The secretary and treasurer positions are open for the election process. Applications for these positions are due by Friday, Sept. 19, but “the sooner the better,” said ASB Cabinet co-adviser Maya Cardenas. Interviews for elected positions will be held Friday, Sept. 19. Cardenas said, “Applicants should have passion for LBCC in general. They should want to make it a better place.” According to the ASB Constitution, minimum requirements for students to apply for a position are a 2.5 gpa and a class completion ratio of 65 percent. Students must be willing to attend meetings every Friday at 8 a.m. at either the PCC or LAC. Students interested in being a voice for the student body can apply in the Student Life office which is in GG200 on the PCC and E102 on the LAC. Elections will be on both campuses Wednesday, Sept. 17.
Add 3 units by Friday, Sept. 5 LBCC students who register for three or more units between Thursday, Aug. 28, and Friday, Sept. 5, will receive a free gift from Student Life.
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Trust draws superintendent to LAC Government program grants $14.9 million to LBCC. By Richard Mejia Managing Editor
Richard Mejia/Viking CAMPUS POLITICS: Pictured from left to right, LBCC President Eloy Oakley, Superintendent Tom Torlakson and LBCC Trustee Doug Otto. Torlakson visited the LAC Tuesday, Aug. 25 to tour facilities being funded by the Career Pathways Trust program.
Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson visited the LAC Thursday, August 25 to tour the campus and experience the electric and architecture program. Torlakson’s visit to LBCC stems from the $250 million Career Pathways Trust, which is a piece of state legislation that promotes advancement for both community college and four-year students for high in-demand occupations. LBCC received $14.9 million through the program to fund the electric and architecture programs as well as other highly sought after occupational fields. Torlakson said, “Technology is not only the future, it is the now, and along with the Career Pathways Trust and the
fabulous professors at LBCC, I am more than confident that the students will have great successes in their academics as well as their careers.” Torlakson was greeted by LBCC President Eloy Oakley as well as other staff and faculty members at the T building. The tour consisted of a brief walk through the quad directly facing the A building, followed by classroom visits of the B building. Torlakson and Oakley addressed students, professors and members of the media in regards to the progress of LBCC as well as the Career Pathways Trust. Ricardo Villazaro, 21, an electrical engineering major, said, “The fact that they’re giving the school that much money for us students is cool and it shows that they really care about our futures.” During the visit, Torlakson visited with various professors in the electric and architecture programs to personally view the progress students have been making in the program. Torlakson said, “It is great to see the students learn these great skills and
Police presence increased on both campuses By Kimberly Belcher Staff Writer Police presence on the LAC and PCC has noticeably increased as the fall semester kicks off leaving many students wondering if it is a result of the shooting that took place on the PCC over the Summer. “I haven’t seen a police officer just out in a while, now they’re everywhere, just being helpful,” said Kimberly Jimenez, 20, a communications major. The increase is actually the norm at the start of each semester to help keep everyone safe and aware, officials said. Although the crime rate is continuously declining, police Lt. Julie Prior explained, “I made the scheduling so that there is always someone here.”
Candidate sentenced By Brittany Lieberman Editor in chief LBCC trustee candidate Marshall Blesofsky will serve 40 hours of community service after pleading no contest to electioneering within 100 feet of a polling place last election day, Tuesday, April 8. The maximum punishment is $1,000 and six months in jail for a candidate to campaign within 100 feet of a polling place, according to section 18541 of the California elections code. His opponent, Board President Jeff Kellogg, won the election for another term with 55.6 percent of the vote. Blesofsky is a former LBCC health teacher. He did not return calls for comment.
Many students feel safer knowing officers are always around, however some feel the number of officers on campus is unpleasantly awkward. Justin Hunter, 20, a psychology major, explained that it makes him feel like they are here to scare students. “It makes me feel uncomfortable to see so many on campus.” The purpose of the Long Beach Police Department is to promote public safety, Prior said. LBPD wants to remind everyone to stay aware, keep personal property with them or out of sight in vehicles, and stay in groups or well-lit areas if alone. They are available on campus 24 hours a day, seven days a week and police escorts are available.
Stephanie Zacatares/Viking SAFETY FIRST: A LBCC police officer patrols the parking lot outside the Library of the PCC on Thursday, Aug. 28. Head of LBCC police Lt. Julie Prior said patrols remain the same even after the June polics involved shooting on campus.
Free parking ends Sept. 7 By Tayisha Ali Staff Writer LBCC offers its students a grace parking period in the beginning of each semester. This Fall, free student parking is available through Sunday, Sept. 7, but the freedom does not include parking at the meters or the staff stalls. After Sept. 7, student must have a parking pass or they will issued a $49 citation issued by the Long Beach Police Department. LBCC parking fees have increased this semester from $25 to $30 and the daily parking passes have changed from $1 to $2. Students can purchases semester parking permits online on the school’s website or at the cashier’s office in MD143 at the PCC or A1081 at the LAC.
For daily parking permits, parking pass machines are located in the parking structure at the LAC or in parking lots where students can buy a pass to leave visible in their car. At the PCC, the machines are in lots 1, 2 and 5. At the LAC, permit machines are in lots E, F, G, M, O, and P. Brendan Hayes, the business support service manager, said most machines accept cash, coins and credit cards and the school is in the process of upgrading the ones that do not. The parking passes start from the time it is purchased until the end of the night. LBCC does offer a few visitor zones, which allows free timed parking, but once cars are caught exceeding the time frame in which they are allowed to be there, they also will be ticketed. Hayes also said LBCC has
58 motorcycle parking spots and about 150 Americans with Disabilities Act stalls. Parking is available, but students should keep in mind that it is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Alma Aviles, 20, a criminal justice major, said Wednesday, Sept.3, “In the beginning it was hard, but not today. I’m usually here waiting 15 minutes for parking. Usually the first two weeks (of school) of parking is bad. So I don’t even bother parking over there (in Vets stadium)” Aviles friend Alyssa Rayas, 21, a kinesiology major, said something similar: “Parking is easy. Usually I come around nine (in the morning) and I come when people with early classes are leaving so it’s quick.”
Gifts given for classes By Jason Gastrich Staff Writer
LBCC students who register for three or more units between Thursday, Aug. 28, and Friday, Sept. 5, will receive a free gift. “This is an incentive to register for more units and show school pride,” freshman Ken Drew, 47, a human services major, said. Students can choose between a red or white LBCC T-shirt, a power bank portable phone charger, a black LBCC beanie or a black LBCC hat. Qualifying PCC students can pick up their free gift on Friday in the Student Union EE building. LAC students must visit the student relations scholarship outreach kiosk in the A Building between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Friday.
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Restroom alternatives allow privacy Transgenders can find unisex facilities at both campuses. By Lauren Christine Ho News Editor Long Beach is home to a diverse community and LBCC has made several efforts over the years to celebrate and accommodate all of the individuals on campus. One important resource made available to students and employees on both campuses that seems to have been forgotten is unisex restroom access. In the past, most unisex restrooms have been constructed in areas not immediately available to students, but accessi-
ble only after inquiry. ties more visible and spread out Greg Peterson, vice president across campus to better serve the of Student Support Services, said students. that LBCC has about 24 unisex Peterson said, “As we grow restroom hidden throughout the and as our transgender communibu i l d i n g s ty becomes on both “It feels great to have that remore promcampuses. spect and it’s something that inent, not Seven are that it hasn’t located on members of the transgender com- always been the PCC munity really need during such a there, but as and the transitional time.” it becomes other 17 on more vis-Suzanne Perucci ible, the LAC. that Business administration major we’re really Most of the restrooms being mindare inside department offices ful to make sure that we can promaking it necessary for students vide spaces across campuses as to ask for assistance from employ- we bring up new buildings and as ees in accessing them. we renovate buildings in order to More recently the goal has make sure that students have acshifted to making the facili- cess and can feel safe and valued
on campus.” Some students are happy to find about these resources and about the efforts behind them. Suzanne Perucci, 19, a business administration major, has been heavily involved with LBCC’s Gay Straight Alliance. “I’m stoked to hear that the
be enrolled and have a college services card sticker on their student ID card to benefit from services. Health Services Technician Dawn Truesdell greets incoming students in A1010 on the LAC. For harder-to-treat ailments such as a strep throat or bladder infection, students may expect free treatment at the center. “They would receive antibiotics. Anything beyond the scope of the nurse practitioner, which is just below a doctor, would be referred to outside health care fa-
For students who cannot afford the payment plan options, two places allow students to receive free services based upon their needs and financial standing. The Long Beach Comprehensive Health Center at 1333 Chestnut Ave. in Long Beach is open Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The clinic can be reached by telephone at (562) 599-2153. The Harbor UCLA Medical
administration is doing things to show their support for the different communities present on campus. “It feels great to have that respect. It’s something that members of the transgender community really need.”
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Health centers help students, offer referals
By Paul Ingvaldsen Staff Writer
A nagging, sore throat or small, suspicious red bumps on a student’s arm appear sometimes during the semester forcing a decision be made about seeking medical attention. LBCC students fearful of visiting a doctor’s office due to the high costs have the option of visiting the health services center in A1010 on the LAC, or the TO trailer on the PCC. Students must
cilities,” Truesdell said. “We have an arrangement with Pioneer Medical Group for those who can afford to make payments on a plan.” Dan Sorto, 24, a fire science major, said the center was not helpful during Spring 2014. Sorto said he broke out in a rash that looked like the chickenpox, but the nurses would not diagnose or treat him for it. “They said it was a separate charge and gave me Advil. I was in and out in about two minutes.”
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Center at 1000 W. Carson St. in Torrance is open 24 hours a day and seven days a week for emergency walk-ins. Students must be Los Angeles County residents. The center may be reached by telephone at (310) 222-2345. Students are encouraged to make an appointment before going to the health center on either campus. The center can be reached by telephone at (562) 938-3992 forPCC or (562) 9384210 fo LAC. The offices are closed between noon and 2 p.m.
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Welcome back days bring freebies The ASB Cabinet gives away gifts during welcome back days at PCC and LAC. By Ana Maria Ramirez Opinion/News Editor Having fun in the sun has come to an end as the Fall semester began Monday, Aug. 25. Students got a nice treat from the ASB Cabinet when they hosted Welcome Back Day on Wednesday, Aug. 27, on the PCC and Thursday, Aug.28, on the LAC. Students recieved a free lunch, T-shirts and other useful goodies. Students needed to present an LBCC school ID with a Fall 2014 ASB sticker. The ASB staff enjoyed giving out items, which were paid for with the Barnes and Noble grant the Cabinet received. Cabinet adviser Maya Cardenas said, “The students voted to give back to the students and it feels good to be able to give back something they can use. We used all the funds for the welcome back event.” Nick Carr, 34, a math major, said, “This is really cool that the school is giving back to the students. It shows that they care about us.”
Darel James/ Viking WALK AND TALK: Students crowd walkways at the LAC as they get ready for the new school year on Thursday, Aug. 28.
Student worker Mary Ruffin, 32, a nursing major, had a smile on her face as she helped pass out food to the students. Ruffin said, “College is fun and very hard at the same time. It’s really nice that LBCC is giving back to all the students for all their hard work that they put into their studies.” Victoria Estrada, 21, a communications major, said, “I see this really interesting that the school is giving out T-shirts and many other useful items that can be used over and over again.” Keith Pollar, 35, a certified nursing assistent major, said, “I’m happy to be back getting my education. They are giving away pretty cool items, keep them coming.”
Darel James/Viking NEW FRIENDS: Business major Lauren Christian, 21, left, and medical major Jeorge Lopez, 22, receive incentives and information about the ASB from computer science major Benny Carillo, 26.
SPORTS
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D.A. Phillips/Viking STEPPING UP: Sophomore quarterback Brock Dale will start in place of the sophomore Kenny Potter as he serves his one-game suspension opening night against Moorpark on Saturday, Sept. 6 at Veterans Stadium.
Sanctions imposed
Quarterback and others to miss opening game. By D.A. Phillips Contributing Writer
When fans hear the clicks and clacks of cleats walking on concrete, they know it’s football season. The Vikings will kick off the season hosting the Moorpark Raiders. Sophomore backup quarterback Brock Dale will get
the start in place of suspended LBCC quarterback Kenny Potter. Potter, Josiah Blandin and Clayton Granch are three of several players who will miss the home opener due to the brawl that LBCC got into with the Desert Roadrunners last November. LBCC assistant coach Sean Flynn said, “I have full confidence in Dale, if he was not playing for us he would be a started at another Junior College program and plus the first game of the season is always a tough one, and teams can change up their offensive or
defensive schemes.” When the Vikings take the first offensive snaps, the starting lineup will be running back Anterio Bateman, receivers De’Quan Hampton (a Pac 10 transfer next season), Lovie Tornero, Greg Webb and Jeremy Villa, offensive lineman Ryan Pope, Kurtis Heineman, Dave Togipau, Patrick Scroggins and Dave Servativs. LBCC plays Moorpark at 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, at Veterans Stadium. The Vikings were 4-6 last season and Moorpark was 5-5.
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LBCC water polo Coach Chris Oeding has assisted in the recent U.S Women’s water polo victory over Australia, which earned him and the team a gold medal. From competing in the 2000 Sydney Olympics to leading both LBCC men’s and women’s water polo to their state championships in 2006, the Cal Berkeley and Azusa Pacific alumnus has acquired many accomplishments throughout his coaching and playing career. Oeding’s recent success has taken place in Khanty-Mansiysk, Russia where he helped the U.S women’s water polo senior national team defeat Australia at the Federation Internationale De Natation World Cup. This is his second year as assistant coach for the U.S team, according to the Long Beach Press-Telegram. Oeding is happy with the uplifting victory for him and his players. “The team is relatively new and these wins have given them motivation for the years leading up to the Olympics, It’s motivating to be part of this process.” Oeding said. The women’s national team also triumphed in the Federation World League super final, where it defeated Italy and claimed its 8th World League title. The team
is also preparing to compete in the 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil. Back at LBCC Coach Oeding is helping train both the men’s and women’s water polo teams for their approaching season. “Our men’s team is coming off of a state championship with many returners from last season.” “Returners Blake Grove, Marino Fatovic, Nathan Pinkney and Ivo Ivanis will lead our core while freshmen James Applegate, Max Taylor, Lovro Miocevic and Matej Matijevic will support.” Men’s Water Polo season starts Friday, September 12th at the West Valley Tournament at West Valley College and Women’s begin Friday September 5th at the Cypress Invitational at Cypress College, times are still to be announced for both events.
Water polo schedule Women’s team Fri.-Sat. Sept. 5-6 Cypress Invite at Cypress Men’s Team Fri.-Sat. Sept. 12-13 West Valley Invite at West Valley Women’s Team Wed. Sept. 17 Rio Hondo at Rio Hondo 3pm Men’s Team Fri.-Sat. Sept. 19-20 Cuesta Invite at Cuesta Men’s Team Wed. Sept. 24 Chaffey at LBCC 4:15pm Women’s Team Wed. Sept. 9/24 Chaffey at LBCC 3pm Women’s Team Fri-Sat Sept. 2627 Mt. SAC Invite at Mt. SAC
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CLUB AWARENESS
LIBRARY HOURS
PCC Building LL Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sunday: closed ENROLLMENT SERVICES
LAC Phone: (562) 938-4485 Building: A 1075 Fax: (562) 938-4046 Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. - noon Saturday - Sunday Closed PCC Phone: (562) 938-4485 Building: MD146 Fax: (562) 938-3155 Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - noon Saturday - Sunday Closed Limited services on Friday: Specialists are unavailable, front desk is open for questions only from noon - 4:30 p.m. More information or a better understanding of the IRS DRT, CA Dream Act, correcting the FAFSA, student loans and veterans’ Benefits is available by watching Financial Aid videos on the topics and more at the college website. PARKING
Fees Sept. 02 - 07, 2014 Parking is free in student stalls until Sept. 7th. Student Parking Permits are required beginning Sept 8th. CAMPUS SECURITY
LAC- Building L Monday - Thursday: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Friday: 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday: closed LAC Phone: (562) 938-4485 Building: A 1075 Fax: (562) 938-4046 Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. - noon Saturday - Sunday Closed PCC Phone: (562) 938-4485 Building: MD146 Fax: (562) 938-3155 Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. - noon Saturday - Sunday Closed Limited services on Friday: Specialists are unavailable, front desk is open for questions only from noon - 4:30 p.m. IMPORTANT DATES
Transfer Sep 02 - Nov 28, 2014 Spring 2015 transfer applications are now open for certain CSUs, and Fall 2015 applications are now open for UCs. HEALTH SERVICES
LAC 4901 East Carson Street Long Beach, CA 90808
Contact the Police Department for questions or problems regarding security, lost and found items, thefts or other crimes. The LAC office is located in Building X south of Lew Davis Street. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. After business hours call the General Service number or 911 (9911 for on-campus phones) for an emergency.
Phone: 562-938-4210 Room: A-1010 Fax: 562-938-4994
Evening Safety Escorts: Escorts are available to students at both LAC and PCC. Students should call the City College Section through the General Service number to arrange for an escort to meet them on campus.
Must be currently enrolled and have a student ID card.
Campus police at the PCC can be found at the EE building.
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Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 Friday 8:00- 12:00 Closed for lunch 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm Call for appointments.
PCC 1305 East Pacific Coast Highway Long Beach, CA 90806 Phone: 562-938-3992 Room: TO Trailer Fax: 562-938-3103
Darel James/Viking Criminal justice major Jose Fregoso, 19, gets additional information about the Men of Tong Club at the LAC. Aug. 27.
SPORTS
M&W-Cross Country Fri. 9/5 VS. Rio Hondo Invite @ Rio Hondo Time: TBA Men’s Soccer Fri 9/5 VS. San Diego City @ San Diego City. Time: 4pm Women’s Soccer Fri 9/5 VS. Taft @ Taft Time: 4pm Women’s Volleyball Fri 9/5 VS. LBCC Quad Tourney @ LBCC Time: 4pm Women’s Water Polo Fri-Sat 9/5 - 9/6 VS. Cypress Invite @ Cypress Time: TBA M&W-Cross Country Sat 9/6 VS. Fresno Invitational @ Woodward Park Time: TBA Football Sat 9/6 VS. Moorpark @ LBCC Time: 6pm Men’s Soccer Tue 9/9 VS. Orange Coast @ Orange Coast Time: 7pm Womens Volleyball Wed 9/10 VS. Golden West @ Golden West Time: 6pm Men’s soccer Fri 9/12 VS. Rio Hondo @ LBCC Time:4pm Women’s Soccer Fri 9/12 VS. LA Pierce @ LBCC Time:2pm CONSTRUCTION
At the LAC Sep 02 - Oct 03, 2014 Exterior wall and door Painting will be taking place outside of Buildings J & H. 7:00am5:00pm. •Notice - Construction Activity around Bldg. A. 9/4/14 •Notice - Construction Activity between Bldgs. L and M. 9/2/14 - 9/26/14 •Notice - Phase Two - Changes in Path of Travel. Starting 12/17/13
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Fall Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. Friday 7:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. CONVIENCE STORE
Long Beach City College LAC 4901 East Carson Street Long Beach, California 90808 Phone: 562-938-4755 Room: T - 1305 Monday - Thursday: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm BOOKSTORE
4901 East Carson Street Long Beach, CA 90808 Phone: 562-938-4223 Room: I - Building Monday - Thursday: 7:30 am - 7:00 pm Friday: 7:30 am - 2:00 pm 1305 East Pacific Coast Highway Long Beach, CA 90806 Phone: 562-938-3008 Room: BLDG - GG Monday - Thursday: 7:30 am - 7:00 pm Friday: 7:30 am - 2:00 pm
STUDENT LIFE
English Major& Minors Club weekly meetings will be every Thursday from 12pm-1pm in P110. Join-a-Club Days LAC Sept. 9
PCC Sept. 10
Club Senate Meetings: every Tuesday in the Fishbowl from 12pm-1pm.
VIKING VOYAGER
Free campus to campus shuttle service NO FRIDAY SERVICE From LAC Monday-Thursday runs every 30 minutes 7:30-9:30 a.m. Estimated trip time to PCC is 30 minutes. From LAC Runs every hour Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Estimated trip time to PCC is 30 minutes. From LAC Monday-Thursday 3-6:30 p.m. Estimated trip time to PCC is 30 minutes. From PCC Monday-Thursday runs every 30 minutes 7:30-9:30 a.m. Estimated trip time to LAC is 30 minutes. From PCC Monday-Thursday runs every hour 10:30-2:30 From PCC 10:30 a.m. Estimated trip time to LAC is 30 minutes. From PCC Monday-Thursday 3-6:30 p.m. runs every 30 minutes Estimated trip time to LAC is 30 minutes. PERFORMANCES
Performing Arts Department presents “The Laramie Project” Directed by Anthony Carreiro Thurs.-Sun. Sept. 25-28 8:00pm Tickets at the door for students, staff, and seniors are $12, general admission is $17.
OPINION
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EDITORIAL
‘Yes means yes’ bill promotes consent The California senate unanimously passed the “yes means yes” bill Thursday, Aug. 28, which aims to reduce sexual assault on college campuses. The bill states that “students must give an affirmative, conscious and voluntary agreement” and essentially requires students to vocalize the word “yes” before engaging in sexual activity. It’s a start. While the “yes means yes” bill has nothing but good intentions, it acts
as a Band-Aid for an issue that needs to be dealt with at its troubled root. Passage of the bill received minimal media attention and is essentially lost in the endless muddle of hyperlinks and online gossip. The best solution to this problem is education. Knowing exactly what consent and its different forms are can prevent it from happening. Some may not think they are committing or have committed a potential felony, even though it may be obvi-
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Having graduated from LBCC in June 2014, I wish to thank the many outstanding professors and a counselor for making my 29 years here a truly rewarding experience. While I already had my bachelor’s degree before I ever enrolled, my associative arts here is like a second bachelor’s and indeed is an even more thorough going liberal arts education because I took computers and math, tennis, American literature, business law, horticulture and art, German, Japanese and Italian,
along with Asian and Mexican history. Thank you, Karen Rose, Diane Gunther, Michiel Daniel, Carol Roemer, Linda King, Dan Hansch, Craig Hendricks, Jorge Ochoa, Linda Bell and the late Raymond Rodriguez for making my years here so special. Even though I graduated this past June, I am still taking classes here. Gerald Lunderville, 73 Art History
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ous to the rest of us. Victim blaming is part of the problem. What he or she was wearing or one’s level of intoxication are not excuses to carry out acts of sexual violence. When a major rape story enters mainstream media the question of what he or she was wearing or how intoxicated they were ends up being the focus, rather than the actions of the perpetrator. It’s important to accept that there is
nothing masculine about rape. Society associates masculinity with asserting power over others. Rejecting that old stereotype can help clear the path toward a non-violent culture. While the bill head to Governor Jerry Brown’s desk later this month, we can fight this violent issue by understanding that this can happen to anyone. Be aware of your surroundings, listen to each other and understand it is okay to say “no”.
COMMENTARY
It’s time to hit the books By Brittany Lieberman Editor in Chief Reality hits hard. Going from beach bum to diligent college student is not an easy transformation. Summertime is over and it’s time to replace surfboards with textbooks and tighten the reins spent on Netflix. At first, class attendance and motivation to do well is high. A few weeks into the semester however, there is almost a guarantee a big chunk of students will drop. (Statistic goes here). You are not alone. The key to collegiate success is organization. If your notebook looks like a third graders’ cubby (change this) at the end of the school year, chances are you’re less likely to complete assignments or figure out what’s on tomorrow’s pop quiz. Your two best friends will be your agenda and a pen; carry both with you at all times and write in it often. A professor here at LBCC once said, “You only remember 10 percent of what you hear. Write things down.” Pencil in study time. You may
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not be able to grace every party with your presence this semester, but you will get the grade. Turn your phone to vibrate mode, grab a coffee and put in work. Do not give up. Author Morgan Matson wrote, “There are
a thousand moments I took for granted, mostly because I thought there would be one thousand more.” You cannot get back time. Do it right the first time around.
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