November 10, 2016 · Volume 90, Issue 6 · Published Since 1927
TRUMPED Clinton defeated in historic political upset — Pages 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 12, 13
Carlos Ochoa/Viking/@CarlosOchoaLA WAITING: Hillary Clinton supporters watch and listen during election night watch party event at The Theatre at Ace Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles on Tuesday, Nov. 8.
Students react to legalization of marijuana
— News, page 3
Poli-sci profs speak at debate forum Students discuss political views
— News, page 3
— Opinion, page 12
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Chapman reacts to Trump victory By Joseph Herrera Staff Writer @josephherra91
ORANGE -- During an election night party sponsored inside the Argyros Forum at Chapman University, Donald Trump was declared the 45th president-elect. Trump had surpassed the magic 270 figure with 276 electoral votes while Clinton was stuck at 21. The majority of people attending Tuesday, Nov. 8, were liberal. The campaign came to a close and the country was determining whether Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump would be the 45th president of the U.S. Historical circumstances were prevalent in the election between the first woman nominee from the major party and the first billionaire real-estate developer nominee. The Argyros Forum featured multiple large screen televisions showing broadcasts from CNN, MSNBC and Fox News. About
200 students gathered to watch the progression of the state wins and losses. The majority of students cheered when they saw the results favoring Clinton. Roughly 95 percent of the crowd were Democratic supporters. A Trump supporter walked in and cheered the Republican, causing dismay in the crowd. The Trump supporter refused to comment. Around 9 p.m., Trump was coming close to a win with a projection of winning Alaska, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania. Awws and boos arose from the crowd, while some students sat silent. Alisha Greene, 19, a political science major, was one student who supported Clinton: “It’s surprising. No one expected it to be this close. It’s going to be a very long night.” Tyler Ferrari, 19, a political science major, said “I’m surprised by the results, but I hope the country can unite and move forward.”
Joshua Miller/Viking/@joshua_miller8 WAITING: Students watch a live election streaming inside Argyros Forum at Chapman University on Tuesday, Nov. 8.
Clinton watch party in L.A. turns sour By Erin Asis Staff writer @erin_asis
LOS ANGELES -- Tensions were high as hundreds of people gathered at the Theatre at the Ace Hotel to watching the election results come in at the main Hillary Clinton election night party Tuesday, Nov. 8. Finally, they were bitterly disappointed when Republican Donald Trump was announced as the 45th president of the U.S. about 11:30 p.m. Pacific time. It was a free event Downtown for Democratic supporters who were provided with theater seating with a large screen viewing the CNN live stream. At 4:20 p.m., the con-
nection cut out, right as some key results were coming in. The connection was restored at 4:25 p.m. with much amusement from the audience. The connection cut out multiple times during the night, to the dismay of the crowd. One highlight as of 4:40 p.m. was Republican Donald Trump leading in Florida, which was a key state in the election. Both candidates wanted Florida in their column for the Electoral College. However, as more results were counted, the leader in Florida kept flipping. Trump maintained a slight lead over Clinton, being ahead in a few of the East Coast states. Results from the states on the West Coast were not available at 8 p.m. as voting booths were just closing.
The crowd at The Ace displayed an energy that was noticeable. “I’m nervous, I’m a Hillary Clinton supporter, but it’s mainly the Southern states that are more conservative,” said Richard Halpern, a spectator at the event. “It seems like the polls have Trump ahead, which is concerning to me. It’ll be about an hour till things change. I’ve been a Hillary supporter since 2008. I want to be a part of history and see a female in the White House.” At 8:15 p.m., each candidate won a state, which brought Hilary to 197 electoral votes and Trump was not far behind with 187. Two major highlights of the election were around 8:30 p.m. when Proposition 64 passed, making it legal for people 21
and older to recreationally use marijuana in California. Not long after the proposition was announced that it passed, Trump was declared the winner of Florida, pulling him ahead of Clinton with 216 electoral votes as Clinton remained at 197. When Trump was announced the winner of Florida, the crowd made it quite clear that they were not pleased as the crowd unanimously protested. However, the dismay didn’t last long, as shortly after Trump won Florida, Clinton was announced the winner of California and Hawaii, causing the crowd to go crazy in cheers and celebration.
where the next four years takes us.” Andrei McTaw, 20, an electrical engineering major, said, “I’m deeply mortified that we’d rather vote in a man capable of starting World War III than a qualified woman, and the fact that some of us would rather vote for “Harambe” and “Deez Nutz” as a joke. I, as a Black man, am filled with fear for me and everyone else who disagrees with Trump’s views and I know now that I truly live in a White-dominated society.” Brian Kinnaman, 36, a teaching credential specialist, said, “I think it’s pretty damning that I was sitting in history class, discussing the fall of the Roman Empire the night Trump got elected. The Democratic Party was completely out of touch when they decided that Hillary would stand a better chance against that monster than Sanders.” Economics professor Fred Beebe said, “The stock market went down 800 points
overnight. It’s fine now, but this shows that the market hates uncertainty, a factor the Trump’s presidency presents. And with that uncertainty, I honestly don’t know what’s going to happen. ” Geography professor Christopher Carter said, “If the election shined a light on one thing, it’s the mass discontent throughout the Rust Belt and rural areas of the archetypical, high school educated white men who feel like they were left behind.” Alejandro Lomeli Student Trustee said, “I’m nervous to see the future after this election. Thank you to all the students who the time out to vote and I hope they can all stay civically engaged. I might not agree with everything that was voted on, but it’s my duty to stay involved and make the best changes for my community.” LBCC President Eloy Oakley said, “California voters have shown a strong commitment to education through the
passage of Propositions 51 and 55. The yes vote on Prop . 55 will maintain a critical funding source, helping our K-12 schools and Community Colleges avoid billions in cuts that would have dramatically reduced our system’s ability to educate the next generation of Californians. Prop 51 in turn will help ensure that we can maintain and modernize our educational infrastructure throughout the state. “Both are important investments that will pay major dividends in coming years through a more educated workforce and stronger economy, both locally and statewide. In addition I would like to applaud Long Beach voters for approving our local Measure E to fund badly needed upgrades in the L.B. Unified School District, our valued partner in the L.B. College Promise.”
Students are mostly upset about GOP’s triumph By Denny Han Staff writer @dennyh_ and Joshua Miller Managing photo and images editor @joshua_miller8
The victory of Republican candidate Donald Trump over Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton on Tuesday, Nov. 8, marked the end of the presidential campaign and the impact of the final result was felt throughout LBCC from students to employees. Bryce Hatch, 18, a geology major, said Wednesday, Nov. 9, “To win a presidential election as an openly misogynistic, xenophobic, climate-change denier is astonishing to me. We may now be living in a country where facts are not as valued as much as a well stated opinion. We’ll have to see
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Pot prohibition legally fades away By Lissette Mendoza Photo editor @chingonapicosa LBCC students provided various reactions Wednesday, Nov. 9, to the marijuana proposition passing, some approving, others disapproving and a few in between. Proposition 64 to legally allow the recreational use of marijuana has officially passed in California, with 56 percent voting yes and 44 percent voting no. The proposition was one of the 17 that were decided Tuesday, Nov. 8. Xavier Limbrick, 19, a sign-language major, said, “I used to smoke weed, but not anymore. I’m pretty sure cops will still be around, but they can’t really do anything since it’s legal now.” Jasmin Ruiz, 27, a biology major, said, “I am relieved, it’s a good change, it’ll bring about better infrastructure and improve our community.” Mariah Smith, 22, a journalism major, said, “Smoking marijuana goes beyond
that, I believe there is some medicinal benefits to it.” Andrew Feusier, 24, a business major, said, “Well, I don’t agree with governments having a full grip on marijuana and taxing it more than it already is. I feel that once that comes into effect, people are going to resort to buying drugs back in the street to get marijuana. The quality is going to be at an all-time low.” “The way that it’s going to be sold is absurd. I’d rather have the exclusivity of going to a weed shop with a medical recommendation and having variety.” With a population of over 38.8 million, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, the approval makes California the most populated state in the nation to have legalized the recreational use of marijuana for adults ages 21 or older. A similar proposition, Prop. 19, the marijuana legislative initiative, was rejected in 2010 with 53.5 percent voting no, according to ballotpedia.com.
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Lissette Mendoza/Viking/@chingonapicosa BLOW: LBCC students hang out in the smoking section in front of the D Building at the LAC on Wednesday, Nov. 9.
Prop. 55 to bring more funds to LBCC Deborah Salazar Staff writer
Proposition 55 was approved Wednesday, Nov. 9, and would add another 12 years of funding for Community Colleges, but LBCC officials don’t know yet how much will be received. Prop. 55 affects taxpayers who earn more than $263,000 and couples that with taxpayers who earn more than $526,000 per year. Prop. 55 would generate between $4 billion and $9 billion annually.
Cesar Medrano, 24, a music major, said, “I knew about Prop. 55 and was doing further research before voting.” Calos Torrs, 19, an undecided major, said, “I was going to vote and the information given would help me decide my vote.” Carlos Hernadez, 23, a business major, said, “I knew about Prop. 55, but didn’t vote because it seemed to have a money trail.” Prop. 55 supporters estimated that half of the tax revenue will go to K-12 schools and Community Colleges. The remaining revenue would fund Medi-Cal for low- in-
come families and state employee families. Voters questioned if Prop. 55 would close the gap between state spending, the California Teachers Association and California Healthcare Act 2016. The LBCC Board of Trustees endorsed the proposition Tuesday, Oct. 18. If voters had not approved the temporary tax increases, state schools would receive less funding. LBCC joined school districts and Community College districts around the state in supporting Prop. 55, encouraging the Leg-
islature to work with the public education community to identify stable, long-term, funding solutions for public schools and Community Colleges. LBCC spokeswoman Stacey Toda said the Board of Trustees is committed to making policy and financial decisions to provide the district quality educational programs and services. Prop. 55 will provide needed revenue to benefit pubic school districts in surrounding communities. Prop. 55 extends the funding from Prop. 30 passed a few years ago.
Political-science professors offer election views
By Denny Han Staff writer @Dennyh_ With the Tuesday, Nov. 8, presidential election happening one week later, the Political Science Student Association hosted a debate-forum on Thursday, Nov. 3, in T1200 in front of a 100-person crowd featuring guest speakers and political science professors Eugene Goss, Matthew Atkinson, Donald Douglas, Fredrick Henker, Laura Pellegrini and Paul Savoie. Club member Jeanette Parra said, “We wanted to hear our teachers speak open politically without a classroom setting to worry about. We figured political-science experts would be the most knowledgeable people to have speak, though we did have an English professor who had to cancel at the last minute.” Club member Jorgel Chaves emphasized that “it’s important that we have millennial outreach events like these to educate future voters.”
Topics discussed included the shift of ence major, said, “I think the most interreligious voters in the current election, esting part was how Laura Pellegrini prevoter fraud, Democrat Hillary Clinton’s sented Roe v. Wade as more of an issue of plan for free college education, Republican privacy rights than abortion.” Donald Trump’s wall Each speaker and his promise to “They criticized the wall seemed pretty overturn Roe v. Wade. plan for its impracunanimous on most of the ticality and failure For several students, the discussion other topics, but I thought to account for soon Trump’s Roe v. Roe v. Wade was the most cioeconomic side Wade position was effects. “It’s a costly what stood out the interesting because there thing that isn’t going most. was a bit more discourse to deal with the core Carlos Garcia, 20, a that is immiand alternate viewpoints issue computer science magration,” Pellegrini jor, said, “They seemed being presented.” said. This discussion pretty unanimous on caught the attention most of the other top-Carlos Garcia of Elvira Peinado, ics, but I thought Roe 20, a computer science major 45, a political sciv. Wade was the most ence major, said, “I interesting because there was a bit more felt like the guest speakers’ answers were a discourse and alternate viewpoints being bit incomplete. If the main issue is immipresented.” gration, then I’d like to hear them elaborate Dominique Parhan, 22, a political sci- on how we can address it.”
As college students, the topic of college was prevalent throughout the election first starting with Democrat Bernie Sanders’ campaign, which then continued to Clinton’s platform. Savoie cited the Promise Pathways program as a successful example of college accessibility and noted the significant role of Community Colleges in such a plan if it were to come to fruition. Henker went on to note the necessity of limiting access in such an environment, while Atkinson and Goss discussed the federalist aspects of implementing such a plan, citing the high success of California’s education systems in comparison to other states. When discussing the unconventional rise of Trump, Douglas said, “Trump is the unapologetic politician who people, screwed by the pursuit of international interests, feel that he stands for American interests.”
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Electoral College process explained By Erin Asis Staff Writer @erin_asis
Founded on the ideas of balancing state power and federal government in 1788, the Electoral College has been around to settle the score during some close elections, the most well-known being the 2000 election with Al Gore and George W. Bush. During the 2000 election, the country waited five weeks for the results to be announced with Bush being declared president in December. The Electoral College is an indirect election consisting of a collection of gov-
ernment selected electors from each state, with the number of electors per state varying on the state’s population, however it is usually the number of representatives in the House plus the two senators (California will have 55 delegates voting in December). The electors will congregate in mid-December in their state’s capitol to cast two votes for president and one for vice president. When this voting occurs, the Electoral College is to vote according to how the people of their state vote. In a lecture, political science professor Daniel Douglas talked about how 538 votes are counted in the Electoral College,
WATCHING, WAITING
Denise Jones/Viking/@denisejoneslbcc The presidential election plays out at on screen in T-1200 at LAc during a viewing party held by the LBCC Associated Student Body on election night, Tuesday, Nov. 8. The event drew dozens of students with live television updates, games and food througout the night.
435 to equal the amount of members in the House of Representatives, 100 to represent the amount of Senators, and three for Washington D.C. A candidate must have 270 votes out of the 538 to win the presidency. 48 states do a winner-take-all election, where if a candidate wins that state, all those votes in the Electoral College go to that candidate. Maine and Nebraska are the only states that don’t use this method. If someone votes against the popular vote of their state, they are referred to as an “unfaithful voter,” this is an extremely rare occurrence and has only happened eight times is U.S. history. When the voting is complete, the results are sealed and sent to
the U.S. Senate. The results are opened and read aloud one by one on Jan. 6 by the U.S. Vice President, who is also the President of the Senate. To become elected president, the candidate must receive 51 percent of the votes. If no candidate can be named at this step in the electoral process, the voting is deferred to Congress, where the House of Representatives will have one vote per state for president, the Senate will cast one vote per state for the vice-presidency. This is also a rare occurrence. On Jan. 20, the president and vice president of the U.S. are sworn into office, and officially begin their 4 year term.
By Gleb Perch Staff writer @GPLBCC
class for that kind of stuff.” Floria Gonzales, 21, an art major, said, “I voted for Hillary. This is my first election, I just turned 18. It was an easy choice; Trump is the most ridiculous candidate I’ve ever seen.” Karen Dehella, 29, a journalism major, said, “Personally, I don’t have a party. I like them both, but this election I voted for the Democrat. Hillary has proven that she has tenacity. She has taken many different roles and proven to have experience in international politics.” As exit polls from Florida came streaming in, showing Trump with a narrow lead, a feeling of apprehension and even panic spread across the room. Smiling, confident faces turned into sour grimaces. Others stared at the projector screen with shock and disbelief. Vanessa Mendoza, 20, a sociology major, said, “This election itself makes me so angry. I don’t even want to talk about it. But I love how the school put this event together.” Jonathan Habana, 24, a computer-science major, said, “I’m nervous about the election. I’m happy that everyone I know voted, which is a good thing. Trump’s V.P. is Pence, who supports LGBT conversion therapy. People always talk about Trump, but forget that his V.P. is just as bad.”
Election watch party draws diverse crowd The Associated Student Body hosted an election watch party, allowing students and employees to socialize and watch election results in real time Tuesday, Nov. 8. The mood changed from happy to nervous and eventually after most people had left, Donald Trump was declared the winner. T1200 was meticulously decorated in advance by ASB staff. Complementary food and drink were offered. “Students have to do most of the work. They helped to decorate, get their friends out, get the shirts and so on,” said interim ASB adviser Camille Bolton. At the start of the event at 6:30 p.m., a mood of cautious optimism permeated the room. Pre-election polls unanimously gave Hillary Clinton a solid lead. Most students in attendance supported the Democratic candidate for president and were confident she would easily win the election. Apple Villaral, 20, a business major, said, “I want Hillary to win. She can do more for women and schools. Hillary is open to almost anything. She goes to the community, to run-down restaurants and interacts with people. Trump is too high-
3rd party hopefuls receive little attention By Gleb Perch Staff writer @GPLBCC
With media and public attention understandably focused on the struggle between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, it can be easy to forget that, according to independent polling agencies, anywhere from 5-10 percent of Americans voted for a third-party candidate Tuesday, Nov. 8. Gary Johnson, the Libertarian nominee for president, hovers around 5 percent support nationwide. He has campaigned on a platform advocating smaller government,
lower taxation, greater personal liberties and an end to “regime change” operations abroad. Associated Student Body Representative of Legislative Affairs, Dominique Iraci, said, “I’m voting for Johnson. He’s like me, fiscally Republican, wants to cut spending, yet he supports women’s rights, LGBTQ rights and marijuana legalization. This election shows how dangerous it is for people to think there are only two options. I couldn’t physically support Trump or Clinton, or mentally for that matter. The two main candidates are so disliked, yet few people know there are other options. This
shows how important it is to know about third-party candidates.” The Green Party’s candidate, Dr. Jill Stein, polls at 1-3 percent. Her policies include more comprehensive environmental regulation, free healthcare and education for all U.S. citizens and a $15 minimum wage. Like Johnson, she advocates a different foreign policy, one based on international law and human-rights principles. Jocelyn Him, 25, a web-development major, said, “I support Jill Stein because she’s like Bernie (Sanders). She wants to help the environment, which is important to me. A lot of people feel it’s a waste to vote
third party, but if enough people do, eventually the government will have to take the third-party candidates seriously.” Angelina Bevins, 18, a kinesiology major, said, “Voting for Hillary is like voting for corruption. She supports fracking, war, she lied about Benghazi and rigged the primaries against Bernie. Hillary is trying to turn the Democrats into a far-right party. Jill Stein is like Bernie Sanders, she believes in social justice, she has no email scandals and she’s never been under investigation.”
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Transfer Fair helps students decide
By Joseph Herrera Staff writer @josephherrera91
CONNECTING: Van Jones speaks to student outside of the Auditorium after a lecture on Tuesday, Nov. 1.
Activist discusses banks, election, race
Story an photo by Joseph Herrera Staff writer @josephherrera91
Anthony Kapel “Van” Jones, a political activist, commentator, author and attorney, gave a lecture pertaining to issues such as the election, Black Lives Matter and the financial instability of banks on Tuesday, Nov. 1, as part of the equity series. Student Trustee Alejandro Lomeli said, “It was great. It was awesome to see thought-provoking conversation that usually takes place in the classroom brought to a larger audience. It’s very effective.” Hundreds of students attended to hear Jones, well known for making appearances on CNN, to gain an insight from the Yale alumnus. “When I first arrived at the Ivy League campus, I didn’t fit in. I didn’t read all the books that they (the students) read. So I figured if I read all those books, I will know what they know, but they will never know what I know.” In addressing the election between who he refers to as “the server stealer, the groper,” Jones gave direction to students that the world needs communities because the middle class will always be in the middle. “You need an elected leader, but you also need a community leader. You cannot get everything you need in the ballot box, but in the ballot box you can lose everything you have.” Jones made the argument that Hillary Clinton should be held accountable regarding the email situation, but Donald Trump compared to Clinton “strikes all the way out multiple times a day.” Jones also discussed the outcome decisions of both the Democrats and Re-
publicans agreement to sign for the North American Free Trade Agreement. He established the fact that the job market has taken a downturn and that millennials are the ones who have to adapt to it. He referred to Midwestern city-states such as Detroit and Gary, Indiana to be the “Rust Belt” of the country. It refers to the economic decline, population loss and urban decay due to the diminishing of a once flourished industry sector. The US steel, coal and auto industries have been outsourced. Some communities have adjusted to the use of high-tech industries and to the overall technological advancement seen in the past 25 years. With that knowledge, he encouraged students to study technology and become aware of its growth and power. Toward the end of the lecture students were allowed to come to a microphone and ask Jones questions. An estimate of 50 students all stood up at once and made their way to use their voice. Questions about the North Dakota pipeline were asked and Jones declared it as the “most important fight in the country right now. Water is life, Oil is death. We should leave as much oil and coal in the ground as possible. Oil is something that died 60 million years ago, coal is something that died 150 million years ago. Now your society wants to dig up all this death and then burn it.” Jones also served as a green jobs adviser to President Obama and worked with music icon, Prince, to promote technology educational opportunities for economically disadvantaged youth. Jones made an appearance at LBCC on April 21, the same day Prince died.
An educative decision was proper to celebrate the spooky day of Halloween with students momentarily putting their costume party-all-night criteria to the side to ask questions at the Transfer Fair on Monday, Oct. 31. Siblings Christopher and Kimberly Garcia sat down on the large circular planter that encompasses the center between Carson Street and the A Building. Taking a breathing moment to review pamphlets dispersed by the multiple universities, the Garcias grinned and said, “Everybody was very helpful.” Christopher, 23, a computer technology major, is taking a break from math courses required for his major. This semester, he is taking computer courses to find out the challenge of numbers is no different from the methodical science of a computer. Garcia sticks to his determination though and focuses on transferring to U.C. Irvine or San Diego State. His sister Kimberly, 18, a psychology major, said, “The Transfer Fair was pretty good and gave good information.” Kimberly, like her brother, stays adamant about educational goals while work-
ing as a coach for a color guard team. Garcia is interested in San Diego State and U.C. Riverside. To manage enrollment, the CSU system allows campuses to declare impaction. Cal States Fullerton, Long Beach, San Diego, San Jose State and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo are schools impacted in all majors, both first-time freshman and upper-division transfers. Leslie Quinto, a recruitment specialist from Cal State Fullerton, says the nursing major is always the most impacted. Though having to always say that news, she felt content with the results of the Transfer Fair, “Today was good, we gave students a chance to get the proper information.” Martin Hurtado, 22, a psychology major, donned Captain America shades in celebration of Halloween, rode around the Transfer Fair on his skateboard, wheeling from booth to booth. Hurtado said, “LBCC has a really good vibe to it. Everybody at the transfer fair is good and helpful.” Hurtado is interested in transferring to Cal State Dominguez Hills or Long Beach. The priority deadline to apply for Fall 2017 as an undergraduate student is Wednesday, Nov. 30 and may vary for some students. CSUMentor.edu. for more information.
Blood policy reviewed By Orlando Rangel Contributing writer
A policy that was created in the mid1980s due to the rising AIDS epidemic excluded gay and bisexual men from donating blood is being reviewed. During that time, scientists did not have enough research on the disease, but they did know that numbers of those infected were alarmingly high in the gay community, which is why the policy was created. According to CNN, the Food and Drug Administration in July was considering to revise the policy.
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Jahmad Burns, 20, an LBCC psychology major, said in October, “I think the current regulations regarding active gay men not being able to donate blood is very outdated. It’s not just gay men who can be a risk. Heterosexual men and women can also be a risk.” Amy Papageorges, a Red Cross employee of 12 years, said, “Right now we are in the process of reversing it.” Papageorges, said,“That regulation was created by the FDA and all blood banks had to adhere to that. Personally, I’m happy that they are changing the policies. We need all the blood we can get.”
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Search seeks Oakley successor By Carlos Ochoa Opinion editor @CarlosOchoaLA and Taylor Solorzano Contributing writer With LBCC President Eloy Oakley leaving to become chancellor of the California Community Colleges on Monday, Dec. 19, a vacancy has left room for a competitive position that will be filled in the Spring semester. During the Tuesday, Nov. 8, Board meeting, Vice President of Administrative Services Ann-Marie Gabel was named acting president. According to the Long Beach Press-Telegram, a 22-person search committee, made up of college employees, students and community members, was appointed to help determine LBCC’s next president.
The position occupied by Oakley for over a decade has a lot of legacy to continue, with the implementation of powerful programs and bond measures including the College Promise and Measure LB. Cody Laut, 18, a criminology major, on Wednesday, Oct. 19, said, “If it is not broke, don’t fix it. Whether you like it or not, the college has been doing a great job with the Long Beach College Promise and I would hate it if the new president started removing some of the very successful programs already implemented and began using the funds elsewhere. Continue the legacy of Eloy Oakley.” An open forum on LBCC’s presidential search drew about 50 people Friday, Oct. 24, at the PCC to allow the community to express concerns and desires on finding a new president for the college. Many attending said they wanted someone who could unify the college and the community, an individual who could
understand the social dynamics and diversity on campus and within the community. Associated Student Body Cabinet member Dalziel Arambula said he wanted someone “personable. We’re a big city, but
“I want somebody who will make sure he or she treats the faculty and staff with the same harmony as the upper management,” -Sue Meyer
Administrative assistant for performing arts
we’re very tightly knit.” Some speakers suggested they wanted someone with a background in higher education. Some also wanted a president who
could bring something more to the table. “I think of the word innovative,” said a man in his 40s, “We need a president who has a presence.” Another goal brought up was that the next president should be student-focused. A man in his 30s said the next president should be “someone that has a student’s first philosophy.” Molly Smith, LBCC dean of career and technical education, said, “I think we need to become more student and community-focused.” Administrative assistant for the performing arts and classified staff member of the American Federation of Teachers Sue Meyer, said she had issues with the tension the employees were facing with upper management. “I want somebody who will make sure he or she treats the faculty and staff with the same harmony as the upper management,” Meyer said.
PCC renovations ‘expand opportunities’ Story and photo by Darrell James Staff writer @darrelljames_
The electronics department will be moving to the PCC after the completion of a 2-year construction project. The project, at the PCC will become buildings QQ and RR. Classes covering fields such as lighting, robotics automation and hydraulics will be taught in the new buildings, according to electronics instructor Scott Fraser. The recent project is set to introduce students to new equipment and expand opportunities for learning. Building RR, previously conducted courses in diesel and fuel will hold classes in solar power with new equipment installed, Fraser said. Currently the department has three 2,000 watt solar rays for course training. Two storage units include tools and equipment for current classes. Completion of the new PCC classrooms will allow the often obstacle of a timely set up.
“Students can then sit there and have a project that last multiple class sessions and get more work done without the set up and tear down. Students will be able to have more hands on assistance in class,” said Fraser. Bottreypich Chap, 18, an Industrial electricity major, said, “It’s good that people studying here will have the opportunity to learn in a different environment and be introduced to more tools used what there studying.” Building RR is set to offer medium-voltage training for students looking to gain credentials in the trade covering 6001200 volts. The second Building QQ, will hold most heavy motors such as electrical transformers and generators, Fraser said. New work space for the department’s traffic signal program will expand near Building QQ. A 10-by-10 area at the southeast corner of the LAC’s B Building has been used to train students in course. The electronics department is expected to move into their new location by fall of
VOLTAGE ZAPS: Bottreypich Chap, 18, an industrial electricity major, researches topics on robotics in the electronic department’s robotics work room at LAC on Wednesday, Oct. 26.
2017. Heavy equipment is set to be transferred during the upcoming Winter break
with additional equipment moving in the Summer to prepare for Fall 2017.
Upgrades planned to begin during Winter break New P Building is set to include new technology and improve appearance. By Darrell James Staff writer @darrelljames_ The LAC English Department is moving into Buildings M and N temporarily
due starting to buildin the historic courting renovations. “I feel this could be great yard. Stephanie Fiau, project is gobecause it would bring ing The 19, a nursing major, to upgrade the said, “I feel this could the place up to date. department’s buildbe great because it ing. The construction would bring the place -Stephanie Fiau would take from a up to date. Air con19, a nursing major year to 18 months. ditioning and more New technology and space in some classrooms are a few things I overall appearance are going to be updated would like to see.” Fiau attends an English during the renovation work. course in the P Building and often studies Dean of Language Arts Lee Doug-
las said, “This gives us an opportunity to match the facility with the outstanding instruction and faculty that we have here, I feel where we are already doing a good job so now we want to make sure those facilities match the teachings.” Small-scale moving is starting in late December and will continue until all students and employees have fully moved. The P Building is one of the oldest at the LAC and was constructed in the mid1930s.
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Luxury in voting Student ride limo to vote, thanks to LBCC. By Patty Miramontes Staff writer @Pamiis23
Patty Miramontes/Viking/@Pamiis23 Dayna White, Mariah Smith, Kalon Predium, and Nakia Hester, from left, along with Stefan Chan, back, who dressed as a Secret Service agent, take a limo ride from PCC to their polling places Tuesday, Nov. 8.
$1.1 million in scholarships may be awarded in ‘17 Deadline set for Dec. 8 at lbcc.edu/scholarships. By Susan Usas Chief Copy Editor @Suzyq_445
About $1.1 million scholarships were awarded last year at LBCC and $1.5 million were awarded the previous year, according to the scholarship office. Josh Rodriguez, 28, a business major and assistant at the scholarship office at the LAC, provided those facts. November is National Scholarship Month, with an opportunity for students nationwide to be awarded 700 scholarships. Scholarships range from U.S. veterans, military families, students of parents in the California strawberry harvest and red-headed students. More information on scholarships offered may be found at lbcc.edu/scholarships. LBCC’s PCC and LAC offered workshops for students to gain information on how to apply, help with application essays and deadline information. The deadline to apply for scholarships
is Thursday, Dec. 8, at 4 p.m. One of the largest scholarship donors is the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation funded by the former Lakers and Redskins owner. According to the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation website, the scholarship gives recipients up to $40,000 per year to attend an accredited university. Students may use the award for books, tuition and living expenses. The foundation selects up to 85 undergraduate transfer students per year from a nationwide applicant pool. Students applying must meet the following requirements of attending an U.S. accredited Community College with a sophomore status or a recent graduate, have a grade point average of 3.5 or above, plan to transfer to a university in the Fall and demonstrate unmet financial need. Kevin Mora, 20, a kinesiology major, said, “I was a student at Cal State Long Beach and on an athletic scholarship. I made an irresponsible decision and got injured. I lost my scholarship, but I consider that a learning experience, like a learning curve of what not to do while attending college. “I have an athletic scholarship at LBCC and I am so grateful for it.”
Whether students were voting for Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump, the main message for the presidential election was to get out and vote, making their vote count. Many companies like Lyft, Uber and Zipcar offered free or discounted rides to voters. LBCC offered limo rides to students polling places at the PCC. The limo service took students from the PCC to the polls, with help from Stefan Chan, 19, a kinesiology major. Chan, a volunteer, dressed up as a Secret Service agent for the day, escorting students to the voting booth and back to the limo, receiving comical and surprised looks at every polling place. Dayna White, 29, a drug and alcohol counselor major, joked she had never been in a limo and never voted. White said, “Not
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sure about the props., but I don’t want a racist bigot in office.” The idea seemed to be the ongoing thought with limo riders and students. Wren Jackson, 21, a communications major, said, “I feel like African Americans really need to vote especially with this election. I know there are a lot of reasons not to vote for them, but I’m voting for the lesser of two evils.” Kalon Predium, 18, a dance major, said, “I’m voting because I don’t want my country to go in ruin by picking the wrong person.” He expressed his support for Prop. 61 that affects prescription-drug prices. Predium said, “My father was a veteran.” The drug-price standards initiatives supports regulating drug prices by requiring state agencies to pay no more than the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs pays for prescription drugs. Wayne Bergman, PCC vice president, said, “I don’t vote personally. I look at what is going to affect the judicial system and foreign policy with the choices the president elect will make.”
Cabinet considers funds for film festival and transit support
Recycling also discussed by student leaders. By Joseph Herrera Staff writer @JosephHerrera91 The Associated Student Body Cabinet met Friday, Nov. 4, to discuss the Student Senate for California Community Colleges resolutions, film-festival funding, convenient transit system for students and the opportunity to spread awareness about recycling. A presentation from the Student Senate for California Community Colleges outlined policies that will improve student access and enrich the overall collegiate experience for California Community Colleges. Discussions for a water-bottle refilling station, student-wash facilities and an inexpensive accessibility to fitness centers are in progress. Details for the on-site student wash facilities entails any student can use them as long as they are in good academic standing. Gallery speaker and Spanish teacher Cynthia Quintero asked permission to allocate $1,000 to fund a foreign-language film festival.
The film showcase may be scheduled in Fall 2017, showing Spanish, French and Japanese films and may also feature Q and A’s with the filmmakers. “I believe that LBCC needs to host a foreign language film festival on campus in order to provide students, and the community at large, exposure to global issues. “Additionally, hosting a foreign-language film festival helps to foster cultural awareness and understanding through dialogue and through the exchange of ideas,” Quintero said. Shannon Trisler, a business operation major and representative of sustainability, spoke about the need to replace paper materials with 30 percent recycled paper and recycled materials. “No one is really doing it,” Trisler said, advocating for student awareness to approach a go-green attitude. ASB adviser Camille Bolton said she is looking for ways to accommodate students with transportation, “We are nowhere near announcing details yet. However, the ASB and Student Affairs are in talks with Long Beach Transit to find ways in make obtaining lower-cost, convenient transit passes available for our LBCC students.” The last Cabinet meeting of the Fall semester is Friday, Nov. 18, starting at 8:30 a.m. at the LAC in T1100.
ELECTION
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November 10, 2016
Voters take over Downto Photos by Carlos Ochoa Opinion editor @CarlosOchoaLA
A crowd of about 1,200 attend geles on Tuesday, Nov. 8. Supporters cheer as Hillary Clinton wins Hawaii.
Hillary Clinton supporter Steve Murphy poses with the remains of a Donald Trump pinata.
A viewer stressfully awaits the results of the presidential election.
November 10, 2016
ELECTION
own L.A.
A nervous Sig Hemmingsen and Rita Elmkvist Nilsen, visiting from the social democratic Norway, say they are “a bit shocked” at the “very strange” U.S. election.
d a viewing party at The Theatre at Ace Hotel in Downtown Los An-
Supporters pose for a selfie with a Hillary Clinton character.
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CITYSTYLE
November 10, 2016
PCC hosts annual Halloween fest Cultural Affairs and the Associated Student Body sponsor Carnival, haunted house. Story and photo by Erin Asis Staff Writer @erin_asis About 275 students and community members attended the PCC Halloween Carnival on Friday, Oct. 29. The carnival was by the PCC Cultural Affairs council and was co-sponsored by PCC and the ASB. The carnival consisted of games, a haunted house, a costume contest and two bounce houses. Derek Oiree, the PCC Student Activities director, said, “We’re happy to host a haunted house. we haven’t had one in about six years, maybe even longer.” Among some of the activities going on during the event was blood pong, run by the Humanities Club, a new club hoping to gain more members. Hattie Stobaugh, 22, a human service
major, said,“We just got our club started and we’re happy to be here for the kids.” PNK had a booth set up for carnival guests to play hat toss, which was similar to ring toss, except players tried to throw rings onto witch hats instead of bottles. Tristan Cabrera, 19, a nursing major, said, “I just enjoy being here for the kids and I enjoy seeing the smiles on their faces” The haunted house included zombies, ghosts and many other scary characters who worked to scare people brave enough to venture through it. Jonathan Simi, 10, a student at Gompers Elementary, said, “I’m kinda enthusiastic about the haunted house. I’m scared of clowns”. The event ended with a costume contest, where a young Anakin Skywalker won first place, a pirate won second place and a child dressed as a Piranha Plant won third place. The winners of the scariest costume contest were a pair of terrifying twin clowns and for the funniest costume contest, a young girl dressed in a rainbow wig, pink tutu and skull mask took the title. For clubs wishing to participate by having a booth at next year’s Halloween carnival, sign-ups will be available online before the carnival.
FRIGHTS AND DELIGHTS: Several costume contest winners show off their creativity and abilities to frighten guests at the Halloween Carnival Friday, Oct. 29, at the PCC where students and members of the community gathered.
Women photogs unite “5” students organize exhibition of their “deeper emotions.” By Patty Miramontes Staff writer @pamiis23 The opening reception Saturday, Nov. 5, titled “5,” showcased five women photographers, Jaqueline Barragan Fuller, Tanielle Gilbert, Teri Lacy, Candace Moore and Kelly Parram, with help from Frances Neal. Neal helps curate two photography shows each year, an all-student show in the Spring and an advance student show in the Fall. This Fall, Neal, photography professor and PCC lab technician, said, “The idea was to get five really talented photographers who have been through the program, to get five different ideas of their personal work to get them in a space out of school and get them to do projects that are beyond class assignments.” Help was provided by the Cultural Alliance of Long Beach, a non-profit organization that supports working artist in artistic disciplines and connect them with the public in Long Beach through innovative collaborations, dialogues, promotions and education in cutting-edge art environment.
The Cultural Alliance of Long Beach offers a space for pop-up galleries to local artists and affiliated groups for hosting art and cultural activities and events. The Alliance provides artists for community events to conduct activities for the public. Fuller displayed her series of images titled “Come Home.” “Photography in a sense is the lenses that helps me understand the human condition more in depth. It allowed me to explore deeper emotions within and at times, in a way it has been my therapy,” Fuller said. The images consisted of home and the in-depth personal feel on what home means to Fuller. Lacy’s work consisted of placing her subject in front of a mirror and asking him or her to sit still with themselves in silence. A stool, a single light and a camera were included with the subject and their reflection. Lacy said, “My work is rooted in the exploration and innovation or one’s inner evolution. Its introspective, but to seek to capture the stubble and nuanced way we relate to ourselves through outward expression. It’s this relationship, the physical countenance and inner musing, I attempt to capture through my lens.” The exhibition runs through Sunday, Nov. 27, at 727 Pine Ave. in Long Beach. Information is available by visiting Cultural Alliance of Long Beach on Facebook.
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LAC host Radio Day celebration
Deborah Salazar/Viking ROCKING THE STREAM: Lead singer Bridget Kelly and her band, the Bridget Kelly Band, named after herself, perform while being recorded live to stream for viewers online.
By Lissette Mendoza Photo and image editor @chingonapicosa and by Deborah Salazar Staff writer KLBC and KCTY radio, I.E. TV and the Jazz Big Band participated in the 6th annual World College Radio Day with hundreds of other college radio stations Friday, Nov. 4 at noon. The performances started in LAC’s Central Quad. The Jazz Big Band, led by music teacher Patrick Sheng, played multiple pieces throughout the event. Rob Webb, KLBC radio deejay and former city council member of Long Beach, hosted the event. “President Barack Obama proclaimed this day as Global Radio Day, to celebrate the students who power these stations and the unique role college radio plays across the globe,” Webb said.
More than 800 stations in 43 countries participated in the event. Webb invited multiple Long Beach council members from different districts, among them Eighth District Councilmember Al Austin II, a former LBCC student and recent college Hall of Fame inductee, said, “I love LBCC. This is a great day for LBCC and college radio across the nation. It’s an honor to participate in this as a former student at LBCC and a privilege as well. Make some noise if you love Long Beach!” A representative on behalf of State Assemblyman Patrick O’ Donnell, who represents most of Long Beach, San Pedro, Signal Hill and Catalina, presented KLBC and KCTY with a certificate from the state, recognizing them for being co-recipients of the College Radio Foundation’s Spirit of College Radio Award for the last two years, making LBCC the only Community College to ever receive the award. The hashtag used for the live broadcast
Lissette Mendoza/Viking/@chingonapicosa HYPING THE CROWD: Former LBCC student and current Eight District Councilmember Al Austin II gets the crowd going at LBCC’s College Radio Day by exclaiming “Make some noise if you love Long Beach!” on Friday, Nov. 4, on the Central Quad.
event was #LBCCRadio. Free hot dogs and chips were provided by the Long Beach Police Officers Association. The performance was free and open to the public. Preparation for the event began Saturday, Oct. 8, with Jammin Live by LBCC Vikings Productions. Bands performed and were live-streamed on YouTube and lbjamminlive.com. Teachers Ken Borgers, Doug Wood, Chris Anderson and Judy Baker and
over 200 students collaborated during the 24-hour event. More than 800 stations in 43 countries participated in the event hosted by the College Radio Foundation. The award was given to stations that did stellar work on National Radio Day.
Fashion department creates pop-up shop Story and photo by Genesis Campano Citystyle editor @gkimcampano
LBCC’s Fashion Network Club, which is the fashion club of the department, opened its first pop-up store on campus Wednesday, Nov. 9. The club set up a booth for their shop in LAC’s Central Quad. The booth consisted of a couple of clothing racks, bins and boxes filled up with vintage pieces of clothing and shoes. Tables displayed vintage accessories and jewelry for sale. The entire booth contained items that were either bought, made or donated by the
students of the department. The students make a lot of clothing and jewelry and decided they should sell the different pieces and make some money. “We do a lot of fundraisers and we decided to do this to give back to the department,” said Andre Valle, 25, head of the Fashion Club. The students of the club decided to create the pop-up store to help raise money for the department to lower the cost of their trip to New York City for a fashion tour. The club hosts many fashion events including fashion shows and fabric sales. Becky Annella, 19, encourages students to “Come join the fashion department.” The event was the club’s first vintage fashion pop-up store and will not be the last, mem-
SHOP WHILE IT’S HOT: Members, along with rolling stylists of the Fashion Club, prepare their booth and begin organizing pieces of clothing to be put on sale.
bers said. LBCC’s Fashion Department offers a numerous amount of different programs for students who have an interest in the
fashion field. Programs varying from fashion design, fashion design sample maker to fashion merchandising are available to join.
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Hey Viking News, more club talk
I’m writing in regard to the Viking News. The paper itself contains great content. It provides information about recent events that happens within LBCC or information on how successful our fellow students are in their own business. Such as the winners of Homecoming king and queen, LBCC music, or important information surrounding the ASB cabinet. What I would like to see in the Viking News is more information in regard to our school’s clubs, the events clubs are planning to have on school grounds, and provide information on how people can volunteer in those events if they wish to help. For example, the newspaper can provide information on how many clubs are in school and provide a small description about the club itself. If that’s too much to ask for, maybe provide information on where our fellow students can get information about our school’s clubs. If more information about our school clubs is provided in the Viking News, fellow students might take an interest in some of the clubs and get more involve with school and enjoy themselves more while attending LBCC. Luis Lemus, 22, Administration of justice major
November 10, 2016
CITY VIEWS “How do you feel about the outcome of the election?” By Darrell James at the LAC on Tuesday, Nov. 9.
Jose Nava, 21, Art major “I am a bit speechless. At the moment I’m still neutral about the outcome.”
Nataly Argonaniz, 21, Liberal Studies major “It’s kind of scary that Trump will now be in office with the ideas he has.”
Brenda Vaquerano, 23, Graphic design major “I think it came as a surprise that the majority voted for Trump.”
Israel Hernandez, 19, Undecided major “I feel the results didn’t go as everyone seemed it will. I don’t believe Trump is qualified to run the country even though he has experience in business.”
Mike Carillo, 26, Nursing major “I’m definitely shocked. I believe Trump was the underdog and that along with other factors contributed to his victory.”
Nicholas Cratty, 24, Civil engineering major “I was satisfied with the outcome of California, but couldn’t understand the reason for the other states’ decision. I didn’t believe Trump would win.”
Phil Cruz, 19, Political science major “Better him than Hillary. Trump may be outspoken, but I feel he’s honest for the most part. Hillary had too many secrets for me.”
Elizabeth Garcia, 20, Construction Engineering major “The people decided who won. We have to accept it and keep an open mind on what the new president will or won’t do.”
Ernest Johnson, 50, Law Major “It’s a big surprise, but I think everyone should wait for what Trump actually does in office before jumping to conclusions.”
Max Leibl, 19, Film Major “I don’t often follow politics, but the outcome is shocking.”
Jose Padilla, 21, Communications major “It’s terrible and I’m somewhat scared of what the future holds now.”
Ryan Armenta, 33, Creative Writing “I wasn’t a fan of Trump’s political campaign or ideas. The entire outcome is disappointing.”
How to find clubs: By visiting: lbcc.orgsync.com Click on: Club Directory Description about student life: lbcc.edu/studentlife/clubs/ Join clubs on their respective social-media pages. Visit lbccviking.com for stories on LBCC.
November 10, 2016
OPINION
EDITORIAL
Looking past mud-slinging
As we come together after the a vicious 2-year campaign, with Donald Trump as the 45th president of the U.S., LBCC should focus on expanding student support and educational extension, regardless of the nation’s budgetary stance on education reform. The passing of Props. 51 and 55 only confirms it, with at least $9 billion planned for K-12 and Community Colleges. Although the divisiveness of the battle between Trump and Hillary Clinton may create a muddled sense of education reform in the years to come, LBCC students on all fronts need to hold pride in programs such as the Long Beach College Promise and not waiver on the opportunities brought forth from hard-fought Community College reform. If the election has taught us one thing, it is that the collective needs to appreciate
the real power that comes with the vote and the consequences of an election as pivotal as this one. Raising awareness and increasing voter turnout among students at LBCC creates a template for the colleges around us and around the nation and becoming a leading example is a major goal. Local measures and propositions directly affect us and our surrounding neighborhoods. It is our job to make sure students are readily equipped for future participation. Whether people are upset or happy about a Trump win, we should appreciate a proper exchange of power, something President Barack Obama said in a speech Wednesday, Nov. 8. The student collective must end its dissenting views toward voting and rid itself of the conspiracy theory notion that a vote
does not count. It does and it affects us all. We now ask students to stop focusing on the collective-action problem that is the presidency and focus on local politics; you know, the ones that govern your day-to-day life in the area where you live, go to school, work and socialize. The future of LBCC and the Community College system will only be as strong as its student involvement and continuing a strong movement of education reform that will spread to neighboring communities. With four years of an unforeseen and unanticipated presidency ahead of the U.S., it is time to open our eyes to the reality of the political scene and see ourselves at LBCC at the pinnacle of an education reform movement. We have four years to decide our fate, open our eyes and look forward to change from now until 2020.
Illustration by Carlos Ochoa/Viking/@carlosochoaLA
COMMENTARY
Financial Aid worth the hassle
By Hayley Hart Editor-in-Chief @hayleylhart
through the Long Beach College Promise, are granted a tuition-free year at LBCC and guaranteed admission to Cal State Long Beach. Free-to-nearly-free college through FiI didn’t find out about being able to nancial Aid, Board of Governor’s waivers receive Financial Aid until I transfered to and other educational supportive programs CSU East Bay, after 10 years in and out of assist students without financial the Community College system. means to attend college, but I quickly caught on to deadsome state deadlines, requirelines and changing deadlines ments and other snags can hold and requirements of the state as a student’s educational goals the school year went on. and future dreams back, causing Emails often get lost in the nightmares. unorganized mail matrix causThe system of my former ing all sorts of anxiety and school district in Livermore, stress. Calif., requires students to Dealing with school and graduate from high school with work deadlines on top of day-to Hayley Hart a certain GPA and English and day responsibilities is a job in math requirements. and of its own. It has been awhile and I can’t remember For the first time this year, the Financial the specifics, but we didn’t have anything Aid known as FASFA is available as what’s similar to the Long Beach College Promise. know as a ‘prior, prior’ registration. In the Long Beach Unified School DisStarting on Saturday, Oct. 1 students trict, qualified graduating high schoolers, and prospective students were able to fill
out the form for the 2017-2018 school year. In the past, students would have to wait for the next, next school year’s form to be available in the January before the next school year. Other snags such as disbursements being late or not qualifying for Financial Aid because a student’s parents make too much for them to qualify along with long lines at Financial Aid and check-lists for requirements to meet can at times seem more trouble than the help is worth. Students and parents should talk with high school counselors, college counselors and people who have been through the system. Stay on deadlines and requirements and always submit forms and other paperwork early to avoid many hassles and snags that seem to always come up. It is best to seek advice and help from people who are experienced of course. You can do it, it just takes some effort and proper timing and you will get the results you want.
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VIKING NEWS Editor in Chief Hayley Hart @hayleylhart Managing Design Editor Joshua Miller @joshua_miller8 Managing News Editor Denise Jones @DeniseJonesLBCC Opinion Editor Carlos Ochoa @carlosochoala Sports Editor Rueben Strickland @riselbc Online and Social Media Editor Jeff Dahlquist @jdahlasign Photo and Images Editor Lissette Mendoza @chingonapicosa News Editor Fantacie Jackson @_fantaciejm Calendar Editor Anthony Johnson @anthonydaviking Chief Copy Editor Susan Usas @suzyq_445 Citystyle Editor Genesis Campano @gkimcampano Staff Erin Asis Denny Han Joseph Herrera Darrell James Patty Miramontes Gleb Perch Deborah Salazar Adviser Patrick McKean Photo and Online Adviser Chris Viola Retired Photo Adviser Jim Truitt Advertising Manager Denise Jones The deadline for news, advertisements and letters to the editor is the Thursday before publication. The Viking will be published Dec. 1. The Viking is published by Journalism 80, 81, 82, 83, 86, 87 and 88 students of the LBCC English Department. The Viking newsroom is located at LBCC, LAC, 4901 E. Carson St., Long Beach, Calif., 90808, Room P125, mail code Y-16, Telephone (562) 938-4285 or contact the staff by email to vikingnews@lbcc.edu or on social media. The views expressed in the Viking do not reflect the views of the advisers, administration or the ASB. First copy free, each additional $1. Funded by the Associated Student Body. Delivered by the PCC Student Life Staff.
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CALENDAR
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LBCC Jazz Combo Cookie Money will perform at the Beach Streets event on the mainstage on Anaheim Street near PCH, Saturday, Nov. 12. The performance will run from 10-11:30 a.m. For more information visit longbeach.gov/beachstreets/
The Steventime Combo
IMPORTANT DATES Fall semester
Ends Saturday, Dec. 17
Veterans Day (College closed) Friday, Nov. 11
Thanksgiving (College closed) Thursday-Sunday Nov. 24-27
Last day to drop a class with a W (16week courses) Sunday, Nov. 20
Last day to return Fall textbook rentals Friday, Dec. 16
Winter session
Jan. 3-Feb. 3, 5-week session
Winter session online open registration Nov. 14-Dec. 11 and Dec. 16-31
Last day to pay for Winter session: Tuesday, Dec. 13
Late registration with a permission number Jan. 3-6
Spring semester
Feb. 6–June 7 Registration begins Monday, Nov. 28
ASB CABINET Meeting starts at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 18, in LAC T1100
HIGHER EDUCATION PANEL LAC in T1200 Puente Club will host the “Latinos in Higher Education” panel Thursday, Nov. 10, from 6-8 p.m. The panel will consist of eight professionals who will discuss their journey toward academic success. Snacks will be provided by Corner Bakery.
SCHOLARSHIPS LBCC scholarships deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 8, at 4 p.m. lbcc.edu/scholarship
CAMPUS LECTURE Gender Kaleidoscope: Transgender Identity
LAC Wednesday, Nov. 16, at 5 p.m. in T1200 The LBCC Anthropology and Philosophy Departments are presenting the lecture All students and employees are invited to attend and 1.5 hours of faculty Flex credit is approved.
The Steventime Combo will perform in the LAC Central Quad Tuesday, Nov. 15, from noon-1 p.m.
Long Beach Symphony concert
Saturday, Nov. 19, from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at the Long Beach Performing Arts Center, Terrace Theater. LBCC Jazz Combo Cookie Money will perform at an opening reception for the Long Beach Symphony concert. The symphony concert begins at 8 p.m. For more information, call the Long Beach Symphony box office at (562) 436-3203, ext. 0
“Bridge Over Troubled Water”
Saturday, Dec. 3, at 7:30 p.m. in the LAC Auditorium. Vocal Jazz concert directed by jazz director Andrea Calderwood. Admission Presale: Students, senior citizens and employees $5. General $10. At the door: Students, senior citizens and employees $7. General $12. Free to all local high school students with ID. Tickets may be purchased at be purchased at lbcc.edu/PerformingArts/ Parking will be free in lots D, E and F.
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ACCESS PROGRAMS Q&A Students and employees with questions regarding DSPS, CalWORKS and EOP&S/ CARE are encouraged to attend. PCC Building EE in the Inner Quad on Friday, Nov. 18, and Friday, Dec. 9, LAC Building A on Friday, Nov. 4, and Friday, Dec. 2, 11 a.m.-noon each day at the PCC and the LAC.
CONCERT Fall Dance Ensemble In Concert
LAC Auditorium Friday, Nov. 18, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at web.ovationtix.com Presale: General $15, students, employees and senior citizens $10 At the door: General $17 students, employees and senior citizens $12
FILM FESTIVAL
GALLERY EXHIBIT
Monday, Nov. 21 from 7-10 p.m. in the LAC Auditorium. General admission is $3 Concessions are $1
Long Beach Cultural Alliance at 727 Pine Ave, Long Beach, 90813
The LBCC Film Festival will feature student films from film class, Film Club and independent students.
PCC AND LAC FOOD SERVICES Monday-Thursday 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Grill closes at 6:30 p.m.
Featuring the work of current and former LBCC photography students Jacqueline Barragan Fuller, Tanielle Gilbert, Teri Lacy, Candace Moore and Kelly Parram. The exhibit closes Sunday, Nov. 27.
LOST AND FOUND Now until Dec. 31, If a cell phone, wallet or keys were lost, check with the cashier’s office at PCC’s GG101 or LAC’s A1081
STARE DOWN
The LBCC Jazz Big Band concert
Friday, Dec. 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the LAC Auditorium The concert will feature 2-time Grammy Award winning saxophonist Ernie Watts and will be directed by director of instrumental jazz studies Patrick Sheng. Admission Presale: Students, senior citizens and employees $5. General $10. At the door: Students, senior citizens and employees $7. General $12. Free to all local high school students with ID. Tickets may be purchased at be purchased at lbcc.edu/PerformingArts/ Ernie Watts will also conduct a free workshop for musicians, which will be open to the public, from 4-5 p.m. that day. Parking will be free in lots D, E and F. For more information about Watts, see erniewatts. com/.
FREE PIZZA Students are needed for a focus group designed to generate more awareness through a new LBCC branding campaign. Lunch will be provided and giveaways will be offered. To participate, contact btriola@lbcc.edu. Location will be provided after sign-up.
Erin Asis/Viking/@erin_asis Ryan Nelson-Langley, a member of the Human Services Club, stares down Jaiden Caldron, 11, a student at Steven Foster Elementary School.
SPORTS
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Darrell James/Viking/@darrelljames_ SHAKE AND BAKE: Sophomore receiver Jacob Welch avoids Riverside defenders to gain yards in LBCC’s 38-31 overtime victory.
Vikings use OT to topple Tigers Story and photo by Darrell James Staff Writer @Darrelljames_ Quarterback Jake Maier linked up with freshman wide receiver Jabari Minix for a 13-yard touchdown in overtime for LBCC’s 38-31 victory over the Riverside Tigers, Saturday, Nov. 5, at Veterans Stadium. LBCC now boasts a record of 7-2 for the season and is ranked No. 8 in the state according to the California Community College Athletic Association and No. 12 in the nation, according to Scout.com.
Sophomore defensive lineman Marcus Reynolds said, “We knew this would be a difficult game, but we prepared all week and stayed focused on what we wanted to get done. I feel great about the outcome because we lost to Riverside last season, but changed that tonight.” A standout player for the Vikings was who finished with 387 yards passing. Another star was sophomore running back and wide receiver Jacob Welch, who finished with 12 catches, 132 passing yards and one touchdown, earning himself Southern California Football Association
Women’s soccer
Men’s soccer
A penalty-shot goal by Stephanie Barrea allowed the LBCC women’s soccer team to tie Mt. San Antonio, 1-1, on Tuesday, Oct. 25. The draw continues the Vikings’ recent pattern, alternating between ties and losses for the past four games. LBCC’s last win was Friday, Oct. 7, when the Vikings defeated ECC Compton, 8-0. The Vikings’ played at home against Los Angeles Harbor on Friday, Oct. 28, which ended in a 6-0 win for the Vikings. Next up they have Pasadena at LBCC today at 1p.m.
With a 3-game winning streak, LBCC’s men’s soccer team is preparing for the playoffs. The Vikings recorded a 3-2 road win against El Camino College Compton on Tuesday, Nov. 8. The Vikings defeated the Cerritos Falcons, 1-0, on Friday, Nov. 4. On Tuesday, Oct. 4 , the Vikings tied the Falcons. In the 1-0 victory, LBCC midfielder Hector Solis scored in the first few minutes of the game. The next game is at home today, Thursday, Nov. 10, at 3 p.m. against Pasadena. Home sporting events are free for LBCC students and employees with current college ID. The Southern California Regional Playoffs begin Saturday, Nov. 19, with the place, time and opponent is yet to be determined.
CITY SPORTS
Women’s volleyball
With four more wins in two weeks, the LBCC women’s volleyball team continues to add to its previous consecutive wins, now totaling seven straight victories in the last five weeks, bringing the Viking’s overall record to 17-3. On Wednesday, Oct. 26, the Vikes defeated Pasadena, 3-1. The winning streak continued Friday, Oct. 28 at Rio Hondo, 3-1. On Wednesday, Nov. 2, the Vikings defeated Los Angeles Trade Tech at home, 3-0. The Vikings went on to have their seventh consecutive win on Friday, Nov. 4, at L.A. Harbor, 3-0. LBCC’s next game was against Cerritos on Wednesday, Nov. 9.
Women’s water polo
During the Battle of the Beach Tournament at Cerritos College on Saturday, Oct. 22, the Vikings’ women’s water polo team finished in seventh place. LBCC played against Chaffey and Mt. SAC in the South Coast Conference tournament semis, in which they won 18-3 and 14-5. Their last match took place Wednesday, Nov. 9 at Golden West.
Player of the Week for the second time this season. Maier connected with sophomore wide receiver Isaiah Smith early in the second quarter for a 19-yard touchdown then with Welch for an 8-yard touchdown before halftime. At the start of the third quarter, Maier hooked up with sophomore wide receiver Jaylen Watson for a 28-yard touchdown then once more on third and 10 late in the fourth quarter, sending the Vikings into overtime tied at 31-31. LBCC coach Brett Peabody said, “This
was a great win for us. I was very proud of all the hard work on both offense and defense tonight and now it’s just a matter of focusing on El Camino and continuing a strong season.” The Vikings will travel to face rival El Camino in their final conference game and battle for the coveted War Axe trophy. Last season, the Vikings came out on top and LBCC will see if they can rally together and hold the rights to the axe. The game will be played Saturday, Nov. 12, at 6 p.m.
November 10, 2016 · Volume 90, Issue 6 · Published Since 1927
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Darrell James/Viking/@DarrellJames_ EMOTIONAL EMBRACE: Freshman wide receiver Jabari Minix celebrates with sophomore wide receiver Jacob Welch after scoring against Riverside in overtime at home Saturday, Nov. 5. The Vikings defeated Riverside, 38-31.