VICTOR VALLEY COLLEGE AM AGE R May 23, 2019| VolumeP 46| No. 5 “Objective journalism and an opinion column are about as similar as the Bible and Playboy magazine.” Walter Cronkite Graduation at Ghibli Glen Helen Amphitheater Fest By: Cristian Estrada time, will be held at the Glen leading to around 5,000 total Reporter Helen Amphitheater. The including families and loved graduation is set for Friday, ones. Graduate candidates Victor Valley Colleges June 7 at 4pm. Over 400 Stu- from August 2018, December Returns! 56th graduation, for the first dents are expected to attend 2018, and June 2019 are eligi- ble to walk. Graduation By: Ruben Velazquez Reporter for 2019 and 2020 will be held at the Glen Helen Amphitheater. Studio Ghibli Fest returns The Glen Helen Am- to select theaters, including the phitheater, formerly High Desert Cinemark Thea- known as the San Manuel ters, with nine beloved film Amphitheater, has a ca- pacity of 65,000 and is located near the Glen Hel- en Regional Park in San Bernardino, California. It has hosted various big music festivals

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proceedings starting at 6 pm. “Live In Your Truth” Coffee, fresh from Starbucks, gave attendees a wel-coming By: Brian Woods preciate in various forms of invitation to find their seats. Reporter student talent and entertain- Lottery tickets were handed ment. out, raffling off prizes such as Photo from Crunchyroll.com Victor Valley College’s Food, beverages, and other gift cards, books, journals, Fourth Annual Open Mic concessions were available on handmade crafts and gift bas- classics. Fathom Events and Night took place on May 8 on a first-come first-served basis, kets throughout the night. GKIDS worked together once a beautiful evening next to again to present the Third An- the campus lake . Students, nual Studio Ghibli Fest and staff, creatives and fans the celebration of the 35 anni- alike filled the Writing versary of Nausicaä of the Center, located in Building Valley of the Wind, from 21, to watch an array of Academy Award winning di- live performance pieces. rector Hayao Miyazaki. Participants recited poetry, Studio Ghibli is well-known short stories, lyrics, come- for creating amazing and beau- dy and more to over 50 tiful animated films. Their attendees. The event was films pull viewers into wild open to the public to per- form, participate and ap- with Continued on page 6… Continued on page 4... Photo courtesy of: Brian Woods

News pg. 2 Features pg. 6 Entertainment pg. 16 Sports pg. 22 Victor Valley College RamPage • [email protected] • issuu.com/vvcrampage•vvcrampage RamPage Victor Valley College News May 23, 2019 Page 2 VVC’s 10th Annual Transfer Celebration

By: Akane Sanchez Engelsen took the stage fol- the journey to here was…. experiences at VVC. Martinez, Reporter lowing Dr. Walden to talk something else,” Scott says, who is transferring to UNLV about the struggle of being in a starting her speech off a state- with a scholarship, spoke of Victor Valley College community college. “Your ment of understanding. Scott her struggles with seizures. (VVC) had its 10th Annual education is yours - you can't asks the transfer students to Before she was to graduate Transfer celebration on May forget that it’s yours,” she take a moment and appreciate high school, she learned her 14. Held for the students who says. “I want to remind you their support systems, for it is life was going to drastically are attending a 4-year univer- that you’ve got a resiliency a privilege not all have. “I change. No longer could she sity this upcoming fall, it com- that is incredible. You all have would like to ask you to recall pursue a career in the military memorated the students for all the experience of working all of the obstacles and hurdles - she couldn't even drive any- their hard work and success. hard, getting support, knowing you have had to overcome to more. Martinex went on to say The event started off with how much you want it to hap- get to this moment. None are that she started her time at a small speech from Lorena pen, and you do. You accom- too big, or too small. Think VVC with basic remedial clas- Ochoa, a transfer counselor. plish your goals and they about every naysayer, all those ses; Basic Skills 3, English 6, She gave a quick overview of haven't always been easy. The who did not understand why and Math 42. Now she is on to what was to follow; a couple most important lesson you you chose to take a path to- English 104 and Math 120, speeches from faculty and have to remember is that you wards higher education. Know and on her way to Las Vegas students, thanked everyone for did it.” this - your persistence has and with a scholarship. coming, and welcomed Super- The ASB Public Relations will continue to guide you Edward Freer took the intendent Dr. Daniel Walden Senator, Amber Scott, then towards your higher purpose.” stage, talking of his battle with to the stage. took to the podium afterwards. Stephanie Martinez and drugs and jail time. He says Dr. Walden talked about “As a graduating student my- Edward Freer went onstage to his hopes for the school and self, I am more than sure that speak of their own personal Continued on page 3... what his community college experience was like. He said that he hoped the students at VVC will get the same kind of inspiring and helpful experi- ence. Most importantly, he said that he was proud of the transfer students and all their hard work. Vice-President Dr. Karen

Continued on page 2... Amphitheater was chosen and event. showcase talent.” Jay Ober- Graduation, from page 1 said, “The main reason is to The increase in space as nolte of the State Assembly provide a safe enjoyable envi- compared to other locations is will be a keynote speaker. such as Crüe Fest, the Battle ronment and to give room and the biggest improvement. The graduation ceremony of San Bernardino Festival, space for their guests, families, There will be no worry about at the Glen Helen Amphithea- and the LA Invasion Festival. and supporters.” Sewell also squeezing people in; a few ter is a huge win for the col- It is a common place for grad- said that feedback from stu- years ago some families were lege. Sewell was asked what is uations in the high desert. dents this year when picking not able to get in because of an next for VVC graduations and In past years, graduation up tickets is improved as com- unexpected increase of stu- said “I am going to take a attendance was very limited; pared to other years. This is dents attending. With poten- strong look at this graduation students were limited to 3 tick- due to the improvement in tially 11,000 fixed seats, a and see how to enhance our ets when graduation was held accommodating students fami- capacity of 30,000 on the graduation at a larger venue. in the school's gymnasium. lies and supporters attending. grass, and 1,000 seats for stu- Whether that is with speakers, Sultana High School, Adelanto Tickets are free and students dents, faculty, staff, music accommodations, time, or Stadium (formerly Maverick can have as many as needed, performers, and choir it is a date.” Sewell also mentioned Stadium), and Silverado High as long it is a reasonable vast upgrade. There will be he hopes to have the 2021 School are other places where amount. Parking is free and improved assistance with seat- graduation at VVCs new multi graduation has been held. All there are accommodations ing, more restrooms, and con- purpose stadium if it is fin- locations faced many difficul- with San Bernardino County cession stands providing food ished by then. With around ties when it came to seating, Sheriff's to support traffic on and drinks. VVCs orchestra, 1140 degrees eligible to be transporting students and and off the 15 freeway. VVC singers, and choir will be per- conferred and roughly 900 guests. Robert Sewell, ASB ASB will be accommodating forming and Sewell said it is candidates for graduation, Advisor at VVC since 1997, any students, faculty, or staff an “Opportunity for students Sewell is hopeful students take was asked why Glen Helen with bus transportation to the to show who they are and advantage of the opportunity RamPage Victor Valley College News May 23, 2019 Page 3 Fletcher Takes The Prize By Socorro Pinedo it!” said Nisha Kamboh. Kam- of Fund Development, Reporter boh has been tutoring and Andre Navarro, Senior helping students further devel- Instructional Assistant The Student Activity Cen- oping their communication and VVC Alumni, he is a ter was the site of the Victor skills on the second floor of very familiar face in the Valley College Annual Speech building 54, in the Communi- Communications Center Contest on April 25. Thirty cations Center room 213. “I “I love helping and serv- aspiring contestants submitted will forever be grateful for my ing students, they are all applications to the Communi- time here,” said Kamboh. amazing.” cation Studies Department for The contest participants The contestants all an opportunity to compete. equally had a time of three to had amazing speeches, “This is the third year I'm five minutes to present their moving, eloquent and helping organize this event” speech and convince the judg- smart the attending audi- said Communication Professor es that they were skilled and ence caught a glimpse Jennifer Fowlie. Every year capable of captivating and into the world of the dif- the contest has a different top- expressing what they have ferent speakers. Each had ic chosen by the Communica- learned at VVC. a distinct personal touch, tion Department staff. This The contest was scored by showcasing the diversity, year's topic asked contestants a half dozen distinguished challenges, accomplish- to answer the question, “ What panel of judges, all very ments, and the amazing talent took the first place, winning have you learned from your pleased to attend and eager to at VVC. the top prize of $200, and said, experience at VVC?” Compet- hear the speakers. The judges From start to finish, the “It is my first time competing, ing students entered an initial included Peter Allam, Attor- contest was moderated by Ni- I can't believe I did this! I am complete draft of their speech, ney, VVC Foundation Board sha Kamboh, the mood was calling my mom and telling beginning the screening pro- Member, and a professor at upbeat and fun, which kept the her that I won!” Stephanie cess in which the highest- Emeritus. Eddie Hernandez nervous contestants relaxed Hanley, a returning student scoring participants were qual- from Desert Valley Hospital, and focused. One by one the and single mom, took second ified to compete. Fifteen Desert Valley Medical Group contestants gave their best, place and a prize of $150. “I speeches were selected for a and Director of Business De- “The professors here have was nervous, now I'm happy, I chance to win cash prizes to- velopment. Wendy Walden, become my mentors” said Fer- just want to be a role model taling $500. wife of Dr. Walden, Superin- nando Barajas in his speech. for my kids.” Jodie White- “It's fun to see the students tendent President of Victor Michelle Bello, a returning head, third place, won a prize grow, bloom and it's amazing Valley College. Kristen student and Rambassador said of $100. Fourth place won by to watch people improve, win Acosta, VVC Foundation Ex- “VVC has instilled in me the Nicole Edlaver received a cash and later be thankful they did ecutive Director and Director sense of community, transgen- prize of $50. erational learn- Everyone has a chance to ing has allowed enter the contest, the only re- me to blossom quirement is to be a VVC stu- as a senior stu- dent. The help and the oppor- dent.” All the tunity for growth and develop- speeches were ment is available to all the great, the judg- Communication Department at es had to make VVC will be gearing up for tough calls and the next speech contest, eager the final deci- to help and hoping to see more sions were tal- of our students up to the chal- lied. lenge of competing at the po- Ashley dium and showing the dynam- Fletcher, feel- ic and exciting diversity of the Photos courtesy of Socorro Pinedo ing surprised, VVC student body.

Transfer, from page 2 through his mind whenever he ing to return to school should, presenting them with a certifi- faced a hardship, Freer com- for he has had nothing but cate and a medal. Congratula- that his son inspired him to pleted his education plan in 2 encouragement and help dur- tions to the VVC Class of return back to school at age year and got accepted to ing his time at VVC. 2019 transfer students! 52, saying “Dad, if I can do it, SDSU with a degree in com- After all of the speeches, you can do it too.” With those munications. He says that he the coordinators called all the inspirational words running hopes any older person want- students on stage one by one, RamPage Victor Valley College News May 23, 2019 Page 4 Ghibli from page 1 coming of age story of a little witch learning to live on her imaginative world of wonder own. Heat on Feet: May The Studio Ghibli films will My Neighbor Totoro writ- be presented in both subtitled ten and directed by Miyazaki, and English dubbed versions. will be at the theatre August Sneaker Releases Each film inspires viewers 25, 26, and 28. A loving tale with its masterful storytelling of two sisters who go on an By: Angel Barajas the SNKRS app releasing on and animation. Howl’s Mov- adventure with a lovable spirit Reporter May 3 retailing at $200. ing Castle was the first movie to see their sick mother. BBC x Adidas Pharrell shown this year in April cele- The Secret World of Arriet- Some of the best sneaker NMD Human Race. Pharrell brating its 15 anniversary. ty directed by Hiromasa releases have yet to be seen Williams and Adidas have had Victorville and Apple Valley Yonebayashi, shows Septem- this year; from retro Jordans, a partnership since 2014, and Cinemark Theaters give audi- ber 29-30. A story adapted Yeezys and collaborations since, have released various ences a chance to experience from the children’s book The such as Fear of God x Nike. amounts of shoes in a silhou- these amazing films on the big Borrowers about four-inch-tall Summer is right around the ette Pharrell is calling Human screen. people who live off borrowed corner, and it is time to shine Race. This collaboration is In the month of May, Stu- items from a regular family. with a pair of sneakers that with Pharrell’s streetwear la- dio Ghibli will show Miya- Spirited Away, winner of will enhance the endless bel Billionaire Boys Club. zaki’s Nausicaä of the Valley the 2003 Academy Award for amount of outfits. This sneaker features a blue of the Wind. A breathtaking best animated film directed by The releases this May con- prime knit upper with boost post-apocalyptic tale of prin- Miyazaki, will show October sist of Travis Scott x Jordan 1, material covering the midsole, cess Nausicaä’s adventure and 27, 28, and 30. A story of a Sacai X Nike LDWaffle, Air and plaid designs throughout a war between struggling peo- little girl who wanders into the Jordan 4 OG Bred, BBC X the shoe. The sneaker is re- ple. these will show on May land of spirits and witches. Adidas Pharrell, Tom Sachs X leasing on May 3, retailing at 20 (dubbed) and 22 (subtitled). Princess Mononoke written Nike and many more. $250 and releasing exclusively Whisper of the Heart di- and directed by Miyazaki, Here is a list of all rected by Yoshifumi Kondo, November 17, 18, and 20. A the sneakers that will be will show July 1 and 2. A tall of a cursed prince search- releasing in the month of coming of age story of a ing for the creation of demons May, and where to pur- young lady after a mysterious in the forests. The Tale of the chase them. meeting with a gentleman cat. Princess Kaguya written and Air Jordan 4 OG Kiki’s Delivery Service directed by Isao Takahata, , Bred 2019. It is the 30th written and directed by Miya- showing December 16 and 18. anniversary of the origi- zaki, will be celebrating its 30 A Japanese folklore story of a nal release of the Jordan anniversary. It will have show- mysterious young princess that 4. Jordan brand celebrat- ings July 28, 29, and 31. A grows from a bamboo shoot. Supporting ed this by releasing one of at Adidas.com. special event their highly demanded Jordan Tom Sachs X Nike Mars viewings like 4. The previous release of this Yard Overshoe. Tom Sachs is Nausicaä of the sneaker was in 2012 with the a contemporary artist known Valley of the Jordan jumpman logo on the for making sculptures. During Wind will give heel. This time around, Jordan the mid late 90’s Sach’s career Cinemark Thea- brand is releasing the sneaker birthed a second life as he ters incentive to with the Nike Air logo on the began working in fashion continue to bring shows making im- international promptu pieces for movies to the designers such as High Desert. Hermes, Chanel, and There are cur- Prada. Sachs has had rently no plans a history of making for Ghibli Fest to space-associated return in 2020, sculptures calling but hopefully it these pieces the Space will return to Program. The sneak- inspire future ers upper is made up generations of Photos courtesy of kicksonfire.com of polyester warp-knit Japanese film tricot mesh making this the fanatics. heel, the last time this sneaker perfect all weather, all terrain had the Nike Air logo was in sneaker. 1999. The sneaker is available at Footlocker, Finish Line and Continued on page 5... Photo from fathomevents.com RamPage Victor Valley College Features May 23, 2019 Page 5 Heat, from page 4 Cactus Plant Flea Market Nike Air Fear of God 180 way is mainly all beige except X Nike WMNS Black. Jerry Lorenzo is the the Nike swoosh on the strap Air VaporMax founder of the streetwear label that is black. This sneaker is 2019. Cactus Plant Fear of God. He is a fashion set to release on May 17 retail- Flea Market is ing at $170 exclusive- praised for their ly on the SNKRS app. “bootleg” aesthet- Adidas Yeezy ic. This is repre- Boost 350 V2 Glow. sented in the Nike The Adidas V2 “Glow swoosh that resem- -in-the-dark” features bles a neon sign, in a bright neon green, addition to their with a translucent version of the smi- beige stripe. The shoes ley face emoji as seen on the designer and sneaker designer, upper consist of prime knit The sci-fi inspired Mars Yard heel tab. The sizes are limited and considered Kanye West’s material which is the material is releasing May 10 retailing to women only for this release. fashion muse. Kanye took Kanye mastered into his own. Men with inspiration from Jerry’s early The midsole is neon green and small feet work and has supported Fear it covers the Boost material are in luck of God. Jerry has had previ- that is considered the most and will be ous collaborations with Con- comfort material to wear. The able to get a verse and many silhouettes sneaker is releasing on May 25 pair. The with Vans. This sneaker fea- and is retailing for $220. The Cactus Plant tures a tech materi- Flea Market al moccasin silhou- VaporMax ette with dual criss is will re- -cross straps. It lease on captures Jerry’s May 14 on aesthetic of keep- for $550 exclusively on the the SNKRS app retailing at ing it simple, while SNKRS app. $250 and on the cac- maintaining a bold Travis Scott X Air Jordan tusplantfleamarket.com as an presence. The 1 Retro High OG. The highly online raffle. sneaker is releas- anticipated collaboration be- Sacai X Nike LDWaffle ing on May 17 tween artist Travis Scott and Varsity Blue. Sacai is a Japa- sneaker will be Nike features an all earth nese fashion brand established available at adid- brown suede Jordan 1 with in 1999 for women, their first as.com as well as white leather. The signature men’s collection launched in yeezysupply. com. Nike swoosh is reversed on the Spring of 2009. The first It would best to try the lateral side on both shoes. preview of this sneaker was at and get these The leather on this sneaker has the Paris Fashion Week for sneakers on release been compared with others as Spring/Summer 2019. This day, most are re- one of the most selling for double tumble. Travis their price on third Scott has had other party markets. To collaborations with purchase a pair of the swoosh such as retailing at $190 exclusively these sneakers, third party his Cactus Jack on the Jordan 4’s, Jordan SNKRS 33’s and the Air app. Force 1’s. Making this sneaker silhouette is a fusion between Nike the fourth installation that will the Nike Waffle Daybreak and Air Fear of be releasing on May 11 and the LDV, respectively. The God Moc- retailing at $175 exclusively sneaker features two Nike casin on the SNKRS app. swooshes on the lateral and Black Fos- medial sides of the sneaker sil/Particle with dual tongue tags. Beige. The This sneaker is releasing Fear of God Moccasin consist reselling apps such as StockX, on May 16 retailing at of an all black upper with syn- Goat, Grailed, and shops like $155. The sneaker will thetic and mesh elastic straps. Roundtwo Hollywood are rec- be available exclusively The midsole is mainly white ommended. on the SNKRS app. with double-stacked zoom air unit. The Particle Beige color RamPage Victor Valley College Features May 23, 2019 Page 6 belonging, as well as helping life to always give back.” them create meaningful rela- The club also engages in BSU Promotes Unity tionships and providing a sup- activities throughout the High port system. There is also ben- Desert. BSU is planning on Ariagna Perez Monreal ed on the whiteboard in the efits when transferring. Uni- having a field day/carnival Reporter lobby. After attending a few versities look at extracurricu- campus wide event open to the meetings, turn in a copy of lar activities and being a part High Desert community. The Black Student Union registration statement to the of the club is a good way to event is planned for June, after (BSU) is a nation wide club club, secretary Celeste Sim- show dedication, good leader- the spring semester ends. Ad- that promotes unity throughout mons. ship, and good team work ditionally, BSU is in the pro- the African American commu- There are benefits in being amongst others. Lester Per- cess of adopting Victor Valley nity. Ebonie Durham the club a member of a club. Through kins, member of BSU says, High School, and intend on president states “Black Stu- BSU Durham says “We all can “BSU really assisted me in adopting more schools. By dent Union isn’t just a club come together and learn about being the person I am today adopting schools, students for African American students, our culture, it helps that other which is the Vice President of interested get mentored by we are built off of inclusivity people bring in their culture ASB. I would have never BSU, and become part of the so that all the students can and let us know what they are joined student government if it club. Simmons says “In the have a fair chance to learn about.” BSU provides a space had not been for me joining essence we want to educate about our culture.” BSU club different races in being more members appreciate diversity. inclusive, or having a better Celeste Simmons, a mem- understanding of different ber of BSU, says, “There are cultures. Their adolescence are times that we are told our crucial years, because they are events are not really catering molding their belief system.” to all people, but we never say The goal is guiding them and they’re not. However, we do helping the transition from want to make sure our events high school to college. celebrate our race.” Anyone is BSU’s main goal is to welcome to become a part of make a more inclusive campus the club, there just has to be and a better environment over- the the desire to be a member, all. Durham, states “I’m trying and join with an open mind. to make good impact, and cre- Requirements in becoming a ating stability while I’m here, I member of the club are attend- want them to continue the ing their weekly meetings great things.” VVC’s Black which are held every Friday at Photo courtesy Of BSU Student Union club has around 5:15 p.m. The meetings are where students can talk about 25 members, but aspire to be held on the second floor of the things they wouldn’t talk BSU when I first came here. It the biggest club on campus. Student Activity Center about on a regular basis. It really taught me and motivated Come join the club and be part (SAC). The room will be post- gives its members a feeling of me to give back as I grow in of the change. Live, from page 1 Alvarado, Senior Instructional even selections from famed pressive creativity, openness, Assistant at the center. “It was authors and poets wowed the and vulnerability in the room. Donations and raffle funds a night of poetry, short stories, crowd - among many other Everyone participated in went toward organizing the lyrics, music, rap, jokes, free- performances. cultivating positivity and good “Out of the Darkness” Campus style, quotes, and personal VVC staff members also vibes whether they realized it Walk on May 11, sponsored truths. it was truly a bonding took to the mic to show their or not,” Writing Center tutor by the American Foundation experience for all,” she said. creative side. English Profes- Ali Brown said. “I believe for Suicide Prevention. The Opening with empowering sor, Tim Adell, shared stylings creativity is important in all event raised $185 to benefit rap anthems, the night began from his personal journal of aspects of life, but especially the cause and increase suicide with a message to “live in your original poetry, and Sociology in self expression. Open Mic awareness on campus. truth”. This theme ran appar- Professor, Susan Christensen , Night was an opportunity for Event coordinators, Eng- ent as each performer follow- also read aloud pieces she students to be their authentic lish Professor, Patricia Wag- ing proudly displayed their wrote to a captivated audience. selves with no judgement. By ner, also donated homemade personal creative efforts, with- The fourth annual Open Mic sharing those intimate parts of journals and gifts for raffle out fear or hesitation. The Night gave students and staff a ourselves, we allow people winners. VVC Writing Center inclusive, judgement-free en- welcoming, unified, and af- in,” she concluded. student tutors and staff also vironment created a safe space firming place to come together The event was overall a helped ensure the event’s tim- for all to express their art and appreciate shared talents. success, not only showcasing ing and pace ran as smoothly. truthfully. The inspiring atmosphere in- student talent and artistic ex- “Open Mic Night at the Passionately performed stilled a sense of trust, and of pression, but also helping cre- Writing Center was an over- original poems, short stories, community here on campus. ate a more collaborative and whelming success!” said Alice songs, guitar stylings, and “There was so much im- accepting campus. RamPage Victor Valley College Features May 23, 2019 Page 7

special hotel rates for the CHOC walk weekend. Every Disneyland Walks for Kids participant of the CHOC walk gets 5 discounted tickets to the By: Dania Kaoud fornia Adventure, and Down- start with a stable amount of Disneyland Park. Their tickets Reporter town Disneyland. money to donate. CHOC cost $56 each, rather than The CHOC walk is the walker participants can then $149 each. They can purchase Disneyland has been spon- first event of its kind to take create teams, win prizes, and the park hopper tickets for soring a walk for kids every place at Disneyland. It is the even start raising funds on $86. These tickets allow peo- year for the past 29 years. biggest fundraising milestone their own. “I have been walk- ple to openly go back and Every year Disneyland holds a up to date, raising over ing in the Disneyland’s CHOC forth between both parks, Dis- fundraiser for the Children's $550,000 for the children’s walk for as long as I can re- neyland and California Adven- Hospital of Orange County hospital. CHOC walk in the member. I never miss the ture. (CHOC). It is a 5k walk that park has then continued to chance to help a kid out. Plus, Around 14,000 walkers are throughout Disneyland and grow gradually throughout the it’s at my all-time favorite estimated to participate in the California Adventure Parks. years. In 2004, the event then place in the world, how can I CHOC walk every year. The This year the event will take became the first ever million- not join?” stated Robyn Nor- Children’s Hospital of Orange place on Sunday, August 11, dollar event. Over the 29 years ris, a committed participant of was named the best children’s 2019. The opening ceremony the event was held, it has the CHOC walk. Once every- hospital by U.S News and will start on Main Street raised over $35 million for the one has completed the walk, World Report in 2017 and U.S.A. children’s hospital. they’re allowed to roam freely 2018. The fundraiser is held The event first started in in The CHOC walk has early throughout the Disneyland for one reason, and that is for 1990. The first CHOC walk bird registrations of $85. After park. Every participant gets the health and well-being of stretched over five miles, start- July 29, 2019, registration will free parking on the day of the the children in need. ing at Main Place Mall in San- cost $95. After buying a place event. The Disneyland resort ta Ana, past the children’s in the walk everyone must and other nearby hotels have Photo courtesy of thehealthymouse hospital, all throughout neigh- borhoods until they reached the Disneyland park parking lot. After the first three years of maintaining the event, the event has outgrown its route and moved to South Coast Plaza. Where it remained for the next nine years. The CHOC walk has then been known as the “Happiest Place on Earth” giving it the title of “CHOC walk in the Park”. The walkers get to enjoy the magic of Disneyland before it opens up to the public. All who participate get to walk throughout Disneyland, Cali-

VVC offer a wide variety of show off the wonderful pro- art programs for its students grams they offer their stu- VVC Student Artists offering traditional art classes dents. The school embraces its like painting, photography, artist whether they have en- By: Jessica Penn of art created by students. and drawing classes. The tered the program as complete Reporter With the spring semester school also offers classes tar- newbies to their seasoned art drawing close to its end, stu- geted towards some less than veterans, they could have the Once a year Victor Valley dents are ready to place their traditional art classes like de- opportunity to have their art College proudly creates an masterpieces on display for all sign and animation. Besides placed on display. Now that exhibition for the community to see. They have been pains- these classes providing stu- students have gone through a to join in its adoration for its taking working through what- dents prospects for a future in full semester, they finally have local student artists. On May ever medium they have art, it helps them express the a chance to show off their 30 the VVC art department deemed. Items that could be skill they are currently newly found artistic skills. will be proudly hosting the expected at the upcoming equipped with. The school Whether they have been VVC Student Art Show, event will be everything from hosts the art show to encour- adding life to a canvas or where our local community is handmade drawing to meticu- age its students to show off welcomed to admire a world lously crafted sculptures. their artistic expressions and to Continued on page 17... RamPage Victor Valley College Features May 23, 2019 Page 8 Last Chance U Counselor

By: Mike-o Bonam ate and move on. She under- college student,s friend, son/ college students life. Because Reporter stands the blood, sweat, and daughter, brother/sister etc… she understand how it feel to tears students put in. and all of all those personal have the world on their back Jacqueline Stahlke is the She said “Fail early, fail skills they have to try to show so she want to make her stu- sports counselor. She is in often, and fail forward. We them they are more than just dents understand that even charge of handling majority of learn the most from failure!” an athlete. She is an athlete when it gets hard there is al- the athletes classes and help She believes students should and so she believes herself to ways a way out. set them up to move on and never beat themselves up for be very competitive so her Many football players had transfer to the next level. She failing a test, but just try to competition is to get more positive things to say about has been counseling and teach- reflect back on it and grow students on track to get out her. They all believe Mrs. ing at Victor Valley College from it. Stahlke also explains and watch them get out to a Jackie is one of the greatest (VVC) since 2013.She worked counselors they have ever en- in multiple departments such countered. They believe she is as CalWorks and General sweet, open hearted, an always Counseling, but she has been finds a way to help them suc- the athletic counselor since ceed. They really appreciate July 2018. everything she does for them Since she was a kid, she as an athlete and as a student. loved to be a part of the solu- She keeps a smile on her face tion. She really got into sports no matter how tired she is. counseling when she was at Coach Hoover believes she is playing soccer at University an outstanding counselor she California Irvine (UCI), and always steps up to the chal- her counselor, Bobby, helped lenge no matter how big it her enter the path towards suc- is and she always tackles the cess. He inspired her to have challenge. Many players be- the same support and care he lieves she deserves an award had for all the athletes at UCI. for all the work she puts in. Stahlke enjoys hearing that Miss Jackie’s strategy is to put one of her athletes or any stu- in double the work to make dent is graduating. That is Photo Courtesy of : Jackie Stahlke sure her and her students get huge to her because she knows to her student athletes to make university. A huge goal for her double the success. what it takes in order to gradu- them understand that they are is to make an impact in junior easy for students to apply for coming a proud mother to her an early treat to offer their kids. VVC Appreciates Mothers loved ones before Mother’s VVC student, Socorro Pinedo, Day. The event took place on is in her last semester attend- By: Jacqueline Hernandez At Victor Valley College May 6th and 7th between ing VVC and plans on finish- Reporter (VVC) there are mothers who 10am-5pm. ing a Bachelor's Degree pro- share the many traits of work- At VVC there are many gram with California State San Sunday, May 12th, is a day to ing hard and more while at- among the staff and students Bernardino. She says what it’s appreciate all Mothers in The tending school this spring se- who are dedicated mothers like being a mother “You get United States. This is meant mester. VVC held a day hon- trying to provide for their fam- to raise a standard, getting to for all the mothers who have oring Mother’s Day for stu- ily or pushing to finish school. be a role model for your kids, devoted everything for their dents a few days before actual VVC student, Demetra Miller, when they see you accom- children or family. The holi- Mother’s Day. a communications major who plishing something, especially day honoring motherhood be- VVC offered free services to is in her last semester is also a since I am a first generation of came a U.S holiday in 1914, mothers for the celebration of mother; “I’m a single parent graduating college. It is an created by Anna Jarvis. Moth- Mother’s Day. VVC sent out so you can imagine, I have accomplishment as a mother ers are the ones who are al- an email regarding a ‘Mother’s three boys and one girl, they seeing them strive and being ways there for their family Day Manicure Giveaway’ and still depend on me, it is stress- able to push them forward showing support watching the first 80 students respond, ful but I live my own lifestyle, after setting an example for their family grow. Hard- having a valid ASB card and while trying to get my educa- them.” working or not, holding the answering a 150 word or more tion to further my career it's There are different reasons title of being a mother is a gift essay of the experience while hard but worth it.” Miller will people consider themselves to cherish for the rest of their attending VVC. This was a be graduating on June 7th and lives. simple give away making it transfer to a university, be- Continued on page 9... RamPage Victor Valley College Features May 23, 2018 Page 9 Gaining Trust(ees) at Victor Valley College

By: Mikala Martinez tions for Reporter her rela- tionships Jennifer Tarpley has suc- with fel- cessfully completed her sixth low trus- meeting on the Board of Trus- tees, the tees for Victor Valley College President/ (VVC) as of May 14. Tarpley Superin- was welcomed onto the board tendent, at the December 4, 2018 meet- and the ing, and was officially sworn students of in by her husband, Michael the col- Tarpley, on December 11. lege. Re- Former Board President, cently, Marianne Tortorici, an- Tarpley nounced that she would not be has attend- running for re-election to the ed the 2019 VVC Board of Trustees, Annual the search was on for a fresh Trustee new face with a passionate and Confer- logical mind. The Area 1 va- ence, and cancy that Tarpley filled was received Photo courtesy of vvdailypress.com set by Trustee Joseph Brady’s the final units required for the meetings as well. election to the District’s Area Trustee Excellence and Trus- Big things are coming for nia State Employees Associa- 2 seat, as a result of redistrict- teeship certifications. She has Victor Valley College, and the tion (CSEA). Brady noted that, ing. been consistent in reporting Board of Trustees acts as a in his nine years on the board, Tarpley is currently work- these accomplishments back to driving force for many of the he had never heard so much ing as Oro Grande School Dis- the Board of Trustees meet- college’s newest accomplish- positivity coming from all trict’s Director of Administra- ings held on the second Tues- ments. Trustee Joseph Brady organizations involved in the tive Services, but sets time out day of every month. commented during the March meeting. of her busy work and family Tarpley’s fellow trustees, meeting that this year has been As for Tarpley, you can life to participate in the VVC Joseph Brady, Brandon Wood, exceptional in making Board hear her voice, as well as those District’s affairs. Tarpley has John Pinkerton, and Dennis history. The Board of Trustees of the rest of the Board, VVC been an active college commu- Henderson have all expressed has been hard at work in mak- organizations, and public com- nity member, attending events many thanks to her throughout ing several of Victor Valley ments at the next Board of such as Aesop’s (oh so slightly meetings and in personal en- College’s dreams come true, Trustees meeting, which will updated) Fables in the begin- counters. Former Board Presi- from the building and imple- be held on June 11 at 6:00pm. ning of Spring semester with dent, Marianne Tortorici, stat- mentation of the One Stop, In the meantime, Tarpley her son. ed on the night of Tarpley’s blueprints for a brand new would like to share her grati- Tarpley has also been busy appointment, “I do feel that stadium and conference center, tude and excitement to be “a attending trustee workshops as you will be welcomed on this talk of student housing to de- tiny part” of Victor Valley far out as Sacramento, and board, and I do believe, know- crease the percentage of home- College’s Community. She states, “I’m happy to learn as ing these individuals, that they less youth and students, and a states, “The longer I’m in this much as I can about my roll will work to make sure that blooming positive relationship position, the more excited I am and my duties therein.” She you have a cohesive Board.” between the Board and other that you all chose me… I am went on to say that through New VVC President Dr. Dan- college organizations. In thankful for the warm wel- these workshops, she has iel Walden, who acts as secre- April’s meeting, Trustee Jo- come, and I’m really feeling learned numerous things about tary to the Board, has com- seph Brady gave great thanks like a part of the VVC fami- her role, accreditation, the mented on Tarpley’s positive to Debbie Peterson, VVC’s ly.” Brown Act, and even expecta- attitude and open mind during representative for the Califor-

Mothers, from page 8... earns the title of being a moth- begin life and watch over their for a better future to set an er. The challenges a mother children who grow old to con- example for those around mothers; they can either own a goes through will be similar to tinue the same challenges a them. pet deeming it as a “kid/child” other mothers. Motherhood is mother once did. VVC is filled to them. Not all people have followed by endless memories with proud mothers attending the same views on how one of joy. The many mothers who the college whom are striving RamPage Victor Valley College Features May 23, 2019 Page 10 The goal of VVC Rampage written over the course of the reporters is to write in a way semester. RamPage Reporters that conveys facts and infor- The VVC Rampage news- mation that the reader may be paper is student-driven and By: Ishmael Solomon and inside the Communication interested in without any bias- could not survive without the Reporter Center located on the second es or irrelevancies to get the support and involvement of floor the Performing Arts Cen- story in its entirety across and students taking the introducto- Victor Valley College ter in Room 213. As Chief get the reader informed. Since ry and advanced journalism (VVC) offers a course with the Editor of the paper, Professor the story is made of infor- classes. Many students join for unique opportunity to gain Hays provides students with mation gathered for the story personal growth and other experience as a student jour- all the tools they need to be- as the reporter writes it, some students join to gain deeper nalist with works published in come effective reporters and students are driven by the idea involvement in the VVC com- the VVC Rampage, the provide the school with an of creating a story from munity, but no matter what school’s own newspaper. This informative and inclusive scratch and turning into a motivation brings a student to course encourages students to newspaper. Professor Hays functional and informative join, the VVC Rampage has seek out newsworthy stories hopes for her student reporters article. Reporter Edward Freer many unique experiences to and conduct interviews with to successful reporters saying, says that the most rewarding offer its student reporters. the community both within “I hope they gain the part of being a journalist has and surrounding the campus. knowledge to be accurate in been, “Seeing the final prod- The compilation of these sto- their reporting, as well as fair uct. Especially the very first ries makes up the articles that and responsible.” Professor paper… seeing the final prod- Honor and shoot VVC’s community with Hays also hopes to teach prop- uct from where it came from is 5 issues per semester of the er journalistic style writing to pretty cool.” This among other Remember Rampage. The ever-changing students as it is a “style of its motivations is what helps stu- dent reporters By: Dania Kaoud to deliver their Reporter best work to the paper. People all across the Unit- Many students ed States of America dedicate have taken one day to honoring and re- notice this membering the people who course’s posi- gave their lives in the armed tive effects by forces. Memorial Day is an the end of their American holiday, observed time as report- on the last Monday of May. ers. Reporter Memorial Day, previously Mikayla Mar- known as Decoration day, tinez entered originated in the years after the class with the Civil War. It became an hopes to official federal holiday in “improve my 1971. On Memorial Day, peo- writing skills in ple visit the cemeteries where a different area they have buried their loved of writing. I’ve ones. Others participate in been really parades, and/or gather together good at crea- with family or friends to re- list of events surrounding own.” According to Professor tive writing all my life and I member and honor the lives of VVC’s community allows Hays, by the time that VVC wanted to push my own ones they lost. student reporters to cover a Rampage student reporters boundaries and see what I was The idea to take a day to wide variety of new stories reach the end of the semester, capable of doing.” Now at the appreciate those lost at war while gaining useful skills as a the students “get better at their end of the class, Mikayla’s began a little after the civil journalist. headlines, they get better bet- most rewarding experience has war in 1865. The civil war Professor Deanna Hays cur- ter at being more precise… been that she’s been able to claimed more lives than any rently teaches the Fundamen- and I feel they become better successfully push her own conflict in U.S. history. By the tals of Journalism course, writers by being more succinct boundaries and feels that she’s late 1860’s, Americans all along with its accompanying in what they want to say.” been validated in her achieve- over the United States, in vari- lab course and runs the VVC This process of creating arti- ment of graduating this com- ous towns and cities begun Rampage. The Rampage pro- cles is different from the com- ing June. Mikayla also feels holding tributes to these count- duces 5 issues every few mon process of creating aca- that she’s been given the less fallen soldiers. They start- weeks each semester and pro- demic essays and that process chance to speak out about top- ed by decorating their graves, vides physical copies at no is what creates these improve- ics that are important to her cost to students in the Library ments. through the articles she has Continued on page 11… RamPage Victor Valley College Features May 23, 2018 Page 11 ASB Election Has Come and Gone By : Dalia Soltero McCullough has Senator and Secretary position Reporter been a student at VVC during her time at VVC. She for a year and a half. His campaigned for the Presidency The Associated Student campaigning style was through meet and greets that Body (ASB) elections for Vic- not on social media and included coffee and donuts. tor Valley College (VVC) took was focused more on She connects with the students place on May 7 and 8. Polling campus. He connected and faculty by listening to places were available for stu- with students in the their concerns and works to dents in the Student Activities classroom after class pair up people to get things Center (SAC), Advanced with the teachers' per- done. If a student has ques- Technology Center (ATC), mission. McCullough tions or concerns, Soto reaches and the gym. A little over 300 was inspired to run when out to them and helps them in students voted for their new he encountered an issue the best way that she can. She student representatives on the with Financial Aid de- would like to reform the coun- (ASB) council and the unoffi- laying in giving students cil constitution “I would like cial results are in. Photo Courtesy of VVC Facebook Page their money at the begin- to see more responsibilities ASB President Gabriel give the election committee ning of the semester. held by a council member and Kelvin, Vice President Amber time to look over any formal McCullough stated, “I was more activity within the first Scott, Treasurer Aaron Joshua, complaints against any of the told ‘If you want to change week of being in the council.” Secretary Kimberly Aguilar, candidates and to decide if a something then you have to be According to Soto, during Executive Senator Kevin hearing will need to be put in in a position to change it.’ ” council meetings that affect Aguilar, Activities Senator place. The hearing will allow He continued on how he students, the Foundation Rep- Rochelle Aldridge, Fine Arts the committee to understand would implement this change resentative does not get a vote Senator Rashad Johnson, Inter the complaint against the can- “I would talk to financial aid even though they are held by Club Council Senator Jacob didate who allegedly did not headquarters...to up the tempo the same requirements for Nobles, Public Relations Sena- follow the rules and action will of the paperwork...so by the ASB members to be in office. tor Fabian Guillen, Sciences need to be taken if the allega- time school starts you “They should have that same Senator Julia Ruiz, Social Sci- tions are found to be true. [students] have your money in right to vote and it is just an ences Senator Lorena Liquen, Candidates for ASB President time.” He wants to help stu- example of those that are be- and Student Services Senator were; Alize Young, Gabriel dents achieve personal goals ing underrepresented in the Najah Williams. The official Kelvin, Maria Soto, and An- by listening to them and con- council.” Maria continued. results will be announced on thony McCullough. Vice Pres- necting them with other peo- Quintero has been on the May 29. The reason for this ident candidates include Am- ple. extended period of time is to ber Scott and David Quintero. Soto has held the Athletic Continued on page 21...

Honor, from page 10 eral holiday. ones they love. On Memorial has lost. The people who died Cities and Towns across the Day every year, people all fighting to serve and protect and offering their prayers. United States hold a variety of around America stand together will never go unnoticed by the Memorial day, originally hon- traditions each year for Memo- for one thing, and one thing people of this country. They ored only those lost while rial Day. The most important only, and that is to appreciate will forever be in the nations fighting in the Civil War. But tradition that takes role in mul- and honor the lives the country thoughts and prayers. during World War I the United tiple cities are the parades. States found itself caught in They usually advertise mem- another major conflict, and the bers of the military and veter- holiday evolved to memorial- ans’ organizations. Some of izing American military peo- the biggest parades take place ple who died in all wars. For in New York, Chicago, and decades, Memorial Day was Washington D.C. held on May 30. But in 1968, “The willingness of America's congress passed the uniform veterans to sacrifice for our Monday holiday act, which country has earned them our placed Memorial day on the lasting gratitude.” states Jeff last Monday of May, which Miller. Americans don’t just would create a three day wave the flag because they’re weekend for federal employ- proud of the country. Ameri- ees. The change started in cans wave the flag in honor of 1971. The same law also de- the people who sacrifice their clared Memorial Day as a Fed- lives every day to protect the Photo Courtesy of HuffPost RamPage Victor Valley College Features May 23, 2019 Page 12 Get to Know Your Fellow Rams

By Frank Staggs broader view of the world By: Dalia Soltero 145. Reporter that’s around them.” Cerreto Reporter Wagner shows students was also asked what exactly that she cares by being availa- Richard Cerreto is a teacher do they love about VVC and Patricia Wagner has been a ble to listen, scheduling con- here at VVC and has been Cerreto replied, “It’s a good full time English teacher at ferences individually with her teaching for school, Victor Valley College for 20 writing students, and progress- 31 years. there’s a lot years. She is one of the found- ing student’s writing skills. When asked of good peo- ers of the Writing Center in “The students are my favorite how they ple working the Advanced Technology part of teaching and the beau- show care there, not Center (ATC). Currently she tiful lake.” If a student needs in VVC and just the in- teaches English 101, 109, and any help with writing, she can their stu- structors but be found at the dents, Cer- all of the Writing Center reto replied staff there is where she works “Well why great. I think 19 hours a week. does any- it is a nice When Wagner is body love school with not teaching, she teaching? I a lot of good likes to spend get to pass hardworking some of her time my people with her hobby of knowledge there.” Cer- glass fusing to other people and hopefully reto is very happy to be a which involves give them something to think teacher at VVC and enjoys taking sheets of about. That all these genera- teaching as well as the school glass and cold tions of students may have a he is teaching at. them into shapes. She has also been By: Socorro Pinedo she is available before, during a book artist for Reporter and after class to help her stu- 30 years. dents. Kaye is very encourag- By: Edward Freer for VVC student helps VVC Adelina Kaye is always ing and excited for her Mathe- Reporter as an institution, care for stu- full of energy and positivity. “ matics Majors. She helps by dents he said “I love my stu- I like to help my students, if letting them know of the pros, Ray Navarro is the Senior dents and if not for you guys I they have questions I am cons and the demands for Instructional Assistant at Vic- would not be here…I will do available for one to one per- electing a Math major. Wheth- tor Valley College. Navarro anything I can, within reason, sonal conversations, I really er math is the preference or said he “started as a student to help them…when I walk adore the community of stu- not, Adelina Kaye is both worker in 1993, did that for 1 around campus and see some- dents here” said Kaye. Kaye willing to help figure out the year then got hired as a part- one who looks like they are is a Mathe- textbook prob- time hourly employee from 94 lost, I will always ask if I can matics in- lems or the -96…got hired full time in help in anyway…I like to have structor on “Major” ques- Disabled Students Programs candy on my desk to make her third tions concern- and Services…now known as students feel welcome. If a year teach- ing her field of ACCESS.” student needs to vent about ing at Vic- expertise. Kaye His daily anything I will lis- tor Valley is definitely a duties consist ten, after all, I used College. “I positive force, of greeting to be a bartender! try to make bringing real students to the Students mean eve- the material world ideas into Communica- rything to me. I relatable, the classroom, tions Center/ strive to make VVC and provide patience and ESL Lab, a better place and to examples understanding monitoring make sure that to allow as she helps that students when I finally leave students to VVC students log in and log it stays that way, connect decide on their out, generate after all my grand- class mate- future while reports, help kids will be going rial to real have a great students, su- here.” This is why life.” Kaye learning experi- pervise tutors, students at VVC makes sure ence. and more. , love Ray Navarro. He cares RamPage Victor Valley College Features May 23, 2019 Page 13 Get to Know Your Fellow Rams

By: Ishmael Solomon they’re here and that I appreci- By: Karen Flores mentions, “My kids actually Reporter ate the fact that they showed Reporter graduated from VVC and up. Even if they are sleeping a transferred.” Daughton has a Professor Brian Dibartolo is a little bit, they’re here and Sueann Daughton a librari- passion for her job and enjoys Geography teacher at Victor they’re trying hard and I ap- an at VVC mentions what she working with college students. Valley College and is passion- preciate that.” Mr. Dibartolo does for the college and the Daughton knows it can be ate about also struc- students. Daughton shows up stressful for students and helps getting the tures his for her work on time and is them as much as possible. message class in a kind to the students. She says, and curric- way that “Sometimes ulum of the sets each students need class to the student up someone to lis- students. for suc- ten to them and When cess. “ I ask them how’s asked how believe their day.” he shows that if you Daughton that he have a has been a li- cares to the frame- brarian for over students work, an 20 years; her through his expecta- first position teaching tion, setup was at a middle style he says that, “At the be- in front of you that it’s easier school. She ginning of class I make sure to attain and you’re not lost helps VVC stu- that they realize that I like that and confused.” dents with ques- tions about pos is now enjoying her per- By: Mikayla Martinez books and re- Reporter manent position in the coun- serving a study seling building. She makes a room. Daughton Marena Campos has been point every day to show how proving how much Victor Val- much she cares at VVC by ley College cares for over a giving out big smiles, and as By Jacqueline Hernandez is a dedicated person when it decade. After 14 years of much knowledge and infor- Reporter comes to teaching. Formally working at the college, Cam- mation as she can in order to known as Robert Flome, he ensure student success. At Victor Valley College has a Masters in Education Campos recognizes the (VVC) in the psychology and in Psychology. He has fact the students come from all department, Professor Flome been teaching at VVC for 40 different backgrounds, and years since he start- does her best to accommodate ed in 1979. each one of them. “I love the When asked staff and the students, and I “How do you care or love the interaction with all of believe the motto of them; so it makes me really “VVC Cares,” he happy being here.” said, “I've been teaching many gen- erations and I’ve By: Mike -o Bonam he moved onto coach on the noticed how VVC Reporter offensive side of the ball this always puts the stu- year he will be coaching the dents first and that's Michael Benson is a kine- wide receivers. He is excited the most important siology teacher and football to see this upcoming year’s thing.” He continues coach at VVC for three years. football team. to teach classes at He really enjoys being in- He said he really loves to VVC passing on the volved with the students on learn the new things from all knowledge he hopes the campus. He really like how the knowledge that is on the to benefit his stu- the kids on this campus are coaching staff. But his favorite dents. full of energy and driven to part is watching his students succeed and reach their goals. push pass their limits and He first started coaching grow. the defensive backs, but now RamPage Victor Valley College Features May 23, 2019 Page 14 Get to Know Your Fellow Rams

By: Akane Sanchez their academic endeavors. By: Alex Malan moment when I see something Reporter when students come to me for Reporter clicks for a student. When they help, … I like to take my time make a connection with some- Peter Francev is and make sure Linda thing it known for being a that all possi- Malan has just feels thoughtful, funny, and ble issues are been an An- amazing.” overall soft-hearted resolved and thropology She cares professor for VVC’s all questions professor at about English department. are answered VVC for 19 VVC With a Master’s de- thoroughly.” years. When because gree in English and Francev asked how of “the Philosophy Professor says that his she cares sense of Francev inspires his goal is to give about her communi- students to be the best the same students, she ty. I’ve versions of them- “great quality said, “We been here selves. education” that get students for 19 He cares for the he got as an from all years and students of VVC and said, “I undergraduate to his students blocks of the do so by being supportive of at VVC. life. You get school’s kids right always By Cristian Estrada ian at Victor Valley College. out of high been so Reporter She has a Bachelor's Degree in school, you get kids in high student- English, a minor in LGBTQIA school, and you get people that oriented. It’s such a strong Ashley Montes is a Librar- Studies, and a Masters in Li- are coming back to school community that I’ve watched brary and Information Science. after years. I love watching the grow, 20 years ago it was a She has been a librarian at students make connections, much smaller school than it is VVC since February of 2019 learning, opening their minds now. I really love the sense of and was a librarian in a public to new things.” She continued community that the school library for a few months be- to say her absolute favorite has.” fore starting at VVC. part about teaching is “That She was asked how does she show she cares for stu- By: Rebecca Medina dents and said “Anytime a were late to class.” Bliss incor- Reporter student looks lost I ask if they porates this mentality into are doing ok, if they have any VVC Cares. Bliss goes on, questions, or is there anything Jessie Bliss is a part-time “My interpretation of VVC I can do for them.” professor in the Psychology cares is just that: remembering department at Victor Valley that students have lives outside College (VVC). Bliss By: Ruben Velazquez to learn people’s names, to let was a VVC student Reporter them know I think of them as when she was in high a full person.” school before ulti- Professor Jamie Fisher has mately attending Uni- been working hard for Victor versity of California, Valley College students since Berkeley then Loma fall 2018. Professor Fisher Linda University. teaches multiple English Bliss asserts that courses and is currently whether she is in the working hard to create the classroom or any- new English support classes. where else she tries to She is still new to VVC remember that every- and understands the struggle one is human. She and confusion students are states, “... everybody going though. When asked first and foremost is how Professor Fisher showed human, and I never she cared for VVC she re- forget the human element. If sponded, “I have a genuine of classrooms and taking a someone’s late to class they’re curiosity about where every- moment and taking the time to still human, stuff happens, and one comes from… I really try get to know the students.” RamPage Victor Valley College Features May 23, 2019 Page 15 Get to Know Your Fellow Rams

By: Jacob Wilson working her way up to the By: Angel Barajas replied, “making sure I'm in- Reporter position of counselor. When Reporter vested in the student and help- asked how she cares about her ing them reach their potential, Melanie Dube-Price has been students, Dube-Price stated, “I Jacqueline Augustine, Com- working with the student and working at VVC for over 10 get to see tons and tons of stu- munication Studies professor helping them building confi- years, starting as a sub and dents, I really get to know the has been teaching at VVC for dence in the classroom.” She student body here and I get to 31 years. When asked how she further asserted, “The faculty help them out.” here at Victor She went on to say that she Valley College also loved meeting students at have always the beginning of their VVC cared for the career and then getting to see students and them graduate from the cam- made sure that pus two years later. On how they are invest- she shows care about VVC ed for the stu- itself, she summed it up by dents success.” saying, “People get hope when Jackie is look- they come here and I just real- ing to end her ly like being a part of that.” 31 year teach- ing career as By: Brian Woods Jones said. “By learning their she will be out Reporter names and something unique of the class that shows who they are, they room for a year This year, Victor Valley become more than just a name to be the Dean College’s motto is VVC on a roster. It helps me care of humanities, Cares. Not only can about them cares for her students Jackie arts, and social science. students help create as an indi- a more positive vidual,” he By: Dania Kaoud campus climate, but concluded. informed students are, the Reporter staff and professors VVC cares more successful they will be. also have a major for all its’ She tries to make herself ac- impact on how it students Mrs. Jennifer Fowlie has been cessible for all students when actually feels to and staff, a professor since 2005. She needed, and establish an inter- attend VVC. and by ac- has lived in the High “I’ve gotten in- tively car- Desert since 1988, and volved with an ap- ing back - graduated from Victor proach to increase student the “community” in communi- Valley College in 2001. connectivity,” Communica- ty college grows stronger each Mrs. Fowlie is a return- tions professor Dr. Gregory year. ing alumnus, so she likes to believe that she can By Ariagna Perez Monreal, to terms with these traumas relate to some students Reporter and to be in a speculative and and the challenges they creative relation to these trau- face. Mrs. Fowlie has Nathan Franklin has been mas and make them go away.” both her Masters and an English professor at Victor Franklin helps his students Bachelors degree in com- Valley College (VVC) for deal with traumas, because munication studies. She approximately four years. mentally healthy students usually teaches 5 to 6 Franklin cares for his students make a healthier college envi- classes every semester. and said “I have students pick ronment overall. Mrs. Fowlie states “ I a city and in addition to pick- like to make it a point to ing a city they have to identify learn every students a particular trauma in the city name. I like to take interests in personal communication with and design an AI system to things they like, to show them each one. “ I like to think that make the trauma go away. Part that i value them as more than many of out future leaders will of me engaging and bettering just a student, but a person.”. come from our school.” she this campus is enabling stu- She likes to keep her students states. She doesn’t just help dents to deal with certain trau- as informed as they could be. the students, the makes the mas in their lives and to come She believes that the better community better as a whole. RamPage Victor Valley College Entertainment May 23, 2019 Page 16 tap, modern, jazz, rhythm, performances will be on May ballroom, yogalates, and plen- 31, and June 1 at 7:30pm and Sensations ty more. Victor Valley College on June 2, at 2:30pm. Tickets students can register for clas- are $10 for general admission, By: Alexandra Kirollos new challenge as far as if I’m ses, no matter what level one $7 for seniors and children Reporter going to make the cut for the may be at, as they have classes under 12 years old, and free next level up from where I was ranging from beginning to with an ASB card. For more Victor Valley College’s last show. Lynn Guardo also advanced and there is a class information, go to http:// (VVC) annual spring dance makes it possible for the for everyone. vvc.edu/offices/ production, Sensations, by the shows to be recorded. It’s nice Sensations will be at the performing_art/events. shtml. Victor Valley College Kinesi- to watch the videos throughout Victor Valley College Per- Take a break from study- ology Department, showcases the years and see me and my forming Arts Center, located ing for finals, or make it a at 18422 Bear Valley Road, night out with friends or fami- Victorville, CA, 92395. The ly, and check out the show! Detective Pikachu Review

By: Frank Staggs stance and are usually nothing Reporter like the games they claim to adopt source material from. The movie stars Ryan However this movie is an ex- Reynolds as the title character ception, Pokémon Detective and also stars Justice Smith, Pikachu is the first big video Kathryn Newton, Bill Nighy game movie I can think of that and Ken Watanabe and is di- did the source material justice rected by Rob Letterman. The and it wasn't a big miss. The movie is about Tim Goodman, movie was a lot of fun and the played by Justice Smith, who plot very simple for younger is trying to find out what hap- audience members. pened to his father. After run- I grew up with Pokémon ning into a Pikachu he can and it is very near and dear to somehow understand and who my heart. It featured many can somehow understand him, they team up to help Photo courtesy vvc.edu solve the case friends make progress.” Sala- of his missing tap, ballet, pointe, Polynesian, zar added, “People should dad. rhythm, modern, jazz and ball- come watch the show because Pokémon room dance. The production there is so much hidden talent Detective is performed by VVC students at VVC. So many dancers get Pikachu is the from this semester. Lynn overlooked because they ‘only first attempt at Guardado is the production dance at a community college’ a live action director, and Debra Blanchard, but some dancers here are ex- Pokémon Lynn Guardado, Nancy tremely passionate and it’s movie. The Helms, Katherine Page, and enjoyable to watch and get trailers for the Cicy O’Kalani Rosado are the pulled into the world they’re movie did a faculty choreographers for this dancing in. That’s how I got good job in year’s show. started, I went to see a show setting up the VVC student and perform- and knew that I wanted to be tone for the er, Taylor Salazar, has said up there too.” movie. It is a about the show, “Personally, I Salazar has been in six fun adventure Photo Courtesy of IMDb.com enjoy the shows most during Victor Valley College dance comedy that can be enjoyed by the learning process. Miss productions, with this upcom- people of all ages. Video game Pokémon creatures throughout Katherine’s production class ing one is her seventh. The movies have a bad reputation all the generations and it even (Tap, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Kinesiology department at with most of them being aw- had references for hardcore Ballet) has parts for all levels VVC offers many dance clas- ful cash grabs that bank off the of dance. Every semester it’s a ses with a selection of ballet, name alone and offer no sub- Continued on page 18... RamPage Victor Valley College Entertainment May 23, 2019 Page 17 Embrace Your Ugliness

By: Rebecca Medina of Perfection and Reporter being the key to merging the citi- UglyDolls is a kid-friendly zens of Uglyville cartoon with the voices of and the Institute of Kelly Clarkson, Pitbull, Nick Perfection. Catchy Jonas, Wanda Sykes, Janelle songs, tears, and Monae, and Blake Shelton to plenty of laughs name just a few of this film’s are found along A-list celebrities. The film was the way. originally set to release along- On any given side Detective Pikachu, but review site, there ultimately it was released a will be multiple reviews putting week before on May 3 to Photo courtesy of Google avoid competition. The film this film down and expecting same level as Toy Story 3’s was inspired by a toy line of it to tell some revolutionary furnace scene, but don’t wor- plot is going, but it does not the same name where dolls are tale no PG-rated movie dare ry, they’re saved by a charac- have great comedic timing and imperfect and are known to tell. This movie isn’t ground- ter’s imperfection. The come- a sentimental value to its end- have the effect of, “so ugly breaking, and it has a very dy in the film will have even ing. they’re cute”. conventional plot about em- the adults laughing alongside UglyDolls is STX Enter- bracing your imperfections the kids. Despite the bad re- tainment’s first animated film you’ll find in almost every views this film gets, this re- Art, from page 7 about a group of imperfect cartoon aimed for kids. But, porter saw kids enjoying them- friends who accidentally end its got moxie. It has relatable selves in the theater and leav- molding the perfect clay fig- up in the Institution of Perfec- characters who don’t mind ing with a smile on their face. ure, VVC's art students have tion where they must go their imperfections in the be- This reporter’s own mother been applying themselves through training to find a for- ginning, in fact, they love shed some tears because of the throughout this spring semes- ever pal in a human child. The them. It has songs that will film’s positive message. ter so that they can proudly main character, Moxy (Kelly have audience members’ feet Take the kids to see this unveil their projects. Profes- Clarkson), lives up to her moving. Most importantly, it movie because, in the end, sors have been mentoring their name by never giving up and has Nick Jonas playing the they’ll enjoy it despite adult’s students and grooming their pursuing every obstacle with, villain and singing about his opinions on it. They might skill set all semester long. well, moxie. Moxy’s true drive butt. The characters are made even start to see imperfections With the help of their profes- is being there for a child to hate themselves, but find as something to be celebrated sors, students from beginners whom she can love and care that their imperfections actual- not something to correct. If the to professional artists, will for. Despite ending up in Ug- ly saving them from their de- kids or adults like the film, have their creation side-by- lyville, which is later revealed mise in the recycling bin. then there’s some good news: side for one night only. This to be a town full of reject toys, Adults might find the recy- Hulu has bought the rights for amazing way to see the di- Moxy eventually finds her kid cling bin scene to be some- UglyDolls and will have the verse collection of artists by tearing down the Institute what gruesome and on the film on the streaming site. Not spreading their creative wings only that, but here on campus. Displaying they will be pro- the progress they have made ducing a T.V. through their determination series with the and their artistic inspirations. first season con- The VVC Student Art Show is sisting of 26 open to the public and en- episodes. There trance to the show is free. For are many direc- those who are interested in tions the series experiencing all of the exciting can go but most art pieces that will be on dis- likely will pick play this year, the show will up where the be hosted on Thursday, May film left off in 30, 2019. It will be held on the Town of VVC's campus, 18422 Bear Imperfections. Valley Rd. Victorville, CA, in Ultimately, I the Art Building, bldg. 22. The would rate this show will open its doors at film a 3.7 out of 12:00 pm and the show will be Photo courtesy of Google 5. It’s easy to tell where the ending at 8:00 pm. RamPage Victor Valley College Entertainment May 23, 2019 Page 18 Footsteps to You: A New Exhibition

By: Alexandra Kirollos hosted over 2000 edu- Reporter cators on their Foot- steps to Freedom, The Victor Valley Muse- Underground Rail- um located in Apple Valley road Tour. These has a new exhibit called tours strive to help “Footsteps To You: Chattel build historical empa- Slavery,” with objects from thy by learning first the Gore Collection, courtesy hand about the cour- of the Black Voice Founda- age the people who tion. Gerry Gore, a historian, sought for freedom or “had a goal to expose the hor- helped others through rors of slavery so that visitors the routes of the Un- of his hometown of Maysville, derground Railroad, Kentucky could appreciate the as said by the infor- perils experienced by the en- mational pamphlet. slaved people, and the strength Hardy Brown II, they needed to fight for their the chairman of the freedom.” The new exhibit Black Voice Founda- features artifacts collected by tion, has said, Gore in an effort to build his- “Footsteps To You Photos courtesy of Alexandra Kirollos toric empathy. The exhibit immerses the visitor in a world pressed, but that slavery is still officially opened May 2nd to where people were considered lingering effects have haunted um is open Wednesdays the public. objects- a prejudice that was people even decades after it through Sundays from 10AM- The Black Voice Founda- entirely based on the color of was abolished.” 4PM. Adults are $5 active tion has been connected with one’s skin.” He also said, The new exhibit focuses on military and service are $4, Jerry Gore through they’re “Visitors will learn that these slavery in America with arti- students and children ages five “Footsteps to Freedom” tour. injustices not only affected facts and documents that to twelve are $2.50, and EBT Since 1966, the foundation has those who were actively op- showcase the two hundred cardholders is one dollar. Chil- years of abuse inflicted on dren under five and museum African Americans. There are members are free. The Foot- artifacts such as first person steps To You exhibit will be accounts, newspaper articles, open from April 24 through and original objects of the August 4, 2019, so make sure slave trade serve to put view- to check it out! Be sure to ers in the shoes of those who check other other events the were enslaved. Learning about museum puts on every second this is very important as it is Saturday of the month, such as our country’s history and we Mojave Desert Gardening, must be aware of it. Family Art Making Workshop, To visit, the Victor Valley Yoga, and Cosmic night. For Museum is located at 11873 more information go to Apple Valley Road, Apple www.sbcounty.gov/museum Valley, CA, 92308. The muse- or call (760) 240-211

Pikachu, from page 16 end, Oscar worthy movie, it is members to understand and Avengers: Endgame. It was a movie about a Pikachu that laugh at, while also being a lot worth seeing in theaters and I fans to notice and appreciate. solves a case. What more of silly simple jokes and hu- enjoyed it more than I thought Ryan Reynolds did a fantastic could somebody possibly mor for younger audience I would, overall I think the job as the title character Detec want? The movie is getting a members to understand. movie gave me more than I tive Pikachu. Justice Smith, lot of complaints for being Pokémon Detective Pikachu is expected and I expected to while not as good as Ryan silly and kind of over the top, a great time that I feel regard- have fun. I do not think this Reynolds did a great job as his but that is the point of the less if you’re a fan of the fran- movie is anything entirely character. Everyone in the case movie. I was laughing and chise or not, anyone can fol- unique or special but I did like did a great job and filled the smiling throughout the most of low along. I would recom- this movie a lot for what it was roles of their characters very the runtime, most of the jokes mend this movie to anyone and overall I would say this well, however, the standout, as landed and it was rare that a who might be looking for a movie is a solid 7.5/10. expected, was Ryan Reynolds. joke fell flat for me. There are light hearted movie experience This movie is not a high adult jokes for older audience to get over the heartbreaking RamPage Victor Valley College Entertainment May 23, 2019 Page 19 Love Yourself: Speak Yourself Tour Experience (BTS)

By : Ashley Flores ‘ARMY’ (fandom name). Reporter Wherever you’re from, wher- ever you speak, however old BTS (방탄소년단) has tak- you are, here in the Rose Bowl en over the world! The group tonight we are one,. we speak from South Korea have become the same thing, we have the one of the most successful boy- same voice, we speak the same bands of all time and proved language and that's what we just how powerful they are the call a community, I love you weekend of May 4 and 5 by all so much, thank you.” They starting their worldwide stadium then ended their show with a tour “Love Yourself: Speak new song off their new album Yourself” at The Rose Bowl called “Mikrokosmos”. It was Stadium in Pasadena, CA. Eight a very emotional. At that time I felt like that was where I felt months before BTS sold out Photo courtesy of :LiveNation.com arenas all around the world, and the most relieved. The crowd they kicked off that tour with 4 Many long term fans con- official merchandise to cherish held up their cell phone flash- completely sold out shows at sider seeing BTS live in con- and keep as memories. I got a es up in the air and sang along. the Staples Center in September cert as being “lucky”. Fans tour t-shirt and a keychain. We Some of the members got of 2018. later learned that tickets were took a lot of photos in front of emotional themselves and BTS is a group of 7 boys difficult to buy. Experienced the Rose Bowl sign and even shed a few tears while looking born and raised in South Korea, ticket buyers recommend hav- did a mini photoshoot in front at the crowd sing their lyrics it consists of 3 rappers and 4 ing multiple devices on the of a photo stand that had all 7 back to them. It was a special vocalists. Their names are RM Ticketmaster website and app. of the members. moment for both the group (Kim Namjoon), Jin (Kim Seok- Waiting in a “line” with The giant screens started to and the fans in the audience. jin), Suga (Min Yoongi), J- 2,000+ people also trying to play their introduction video. Overall, the experience of Hope (Jung Hoseok), Jimin buy tickets on a website all at Then fireworks and out came the concert was amazing. I (Park Jimin), V (Kim Tae- the same time is not a simple the boys! Singing a song off think that, given the oppor- hyung), and Jungkook (Jeon or calming experience. Trying their new album, Map of the tunity, everyone should go see Jungkook). In the last few years, to stay patient and keeping Soul: Persona, “Dionysus” a BTS in concert or listen to K-Pop (Korean pop) has be- emotions in tact is key. After a rock vibe song, the crowd their music! Even if you’re not come a very popular music gen- few hours tickets were com- went crazy! I screamed a lot. a fan or into the k-pop genre, I re; especially recently with a pletely sold out. We all were Each member sang their own recommend giving them a group like BTS that is achieving very sad and disappointed and solo songs which was such a chance. BTS songs have very many things that many Western thought we weren't going to be good experience. Seeing each deep personal meanings and artists have yet to.They were the able to see our favorite group member perform their own lyrics that could relate to many first ever “K-pop” group to per- live. After being sad for a few personal song that matches people. Seeing them was an form at the Billboard Music hours a miracle happened. The their unique music style and overall unreal and magical Awards and have won the Rose Bowl’s Twitter account personality was amazing for experience that I will cherish award for “Top Social Artist” announced that they would be the fans. After a 3 hour concert and remember forever. three years in a row. BTS were adding a second date to the the show was over. The band invited to have an interview at stadium. The best way to de- was about to perform their the GRAMMY Museum, and scribe trying to get BTS tick- final song. They gave a final attended the 2019 Grammys and ets is almost like the “Hunger speech to end the show and presented the award for “Best Games.” say how they felt. All 7 mem- R&B Album”. They have also After all the days of wait- bers gave adorable, meaning- given a speech at the United ing the day finally came, May ful speech. Some talked in full Nations in 2018 where they 5th, 2019. I was very excited English and others had a trans- encouraged young teens and this being only the second lator to translate their senti- their fans to “Speak Yourself.” show of the tour was so cool mental words. It was a very BTS currently hold the world because it was still the very emotional moment, the leader record for most viewed music beginning of the tour and did- RM gave the best words that video on YouTube with their n’t really know what to expect. will stick with me for many new song “Boy With Luv” feat. Once we got there it started to years to come “I love all the Halsey with 74.6 million views become more real. I began to names and all the awards we in 24 hours. The list of achieve- think “Wow, I am really see- have, but for tonight, for this ments for this band can go on ing my favorite group today”. moment let's forget it, just call and on. We waited in lines to get our us ‘BTS’ and you’re RamPage Victor Valley College Entertainment MayMay 23,23, 20192019 PagePage 1420 Counting the Days Gone By: Jacob Wilson Reporter

Deacon’s steps came to a halt as he triggered a sound trap while attempting to sneak into a Drifter camp. The trap’s sound alerted a horde of in- fected creatures named Freak- ers in the valley below. Dea- con found himself caught be- tween a group of more than 100 animalistic monsters with a desire to feed upon whatever they can find and a group of men and women who dedicat- ed what was left of their lives to killing whoever they came across. The choice in this in- stance was to run, to fight, or Photo courtesy of Glitched Africa to play the two groups against reclaimed much of what hu- the world feels lived in and each other to Deacon’s ad- manity once called home. desolate, perfectly recreating vantage. Moments like this are Deacon and Boozer now drift what a landscape post- by being a unique take on the what define the player experi- through the decimated state of humanity could possibly be well-worn zombie trend that ence of Days Gone, an excel- Oregon on their motorcycles, like. There is hardly ever a has dominated pop culture in lent cinematic video game hunting down bounties and moment that feels truly safe in recent years. experience unlike any other, avoiding the hordes of infected this post-apocalyptic tale and Days Gone creative direc- produced exclusively for the zombie-like humans now the game is made all the better tor John Garvin also said in his Sony Playstation® 4 and re- known as Freakers. From here, for it. interview with Dean leased on April 26th. Deacon’s story also becomes This is the first attempt at a Takahashi, “It takes a while to “The world is dangerous the player’s, with each situa- big budget video game pro- play the game and really get a all the time. It really does tion and circumstance present- duction from Days Gone de- sense of how it’s different. But change the way you feel about ing itself with numerous possi- veloper Bend Studios. Being a hopefully you discover it is exploration, about your skill ble solutions, all transforming first-time production with such different from other games.” upgrades, about your equip- the type of video game that is high aspirations, problems There is no better way to de- ment.” Creative Director John being experienced. These show themselves in the pletho- fine the experience of Days Garvin told Dean Takahashi of player choices even influence ra of technical issues that Gone than with Garvin’s VentureBeat. This quote is the story in ways that play to plague the experience of Days words. It is a game that de- echoed in every element of not the benefit of the writing from Gone. Though these issues are mands patience of its players. only Days Gone’s game- John Garvin and Anne Toole. frequent, they are never more It is a game that takes its time play, but also its presentation. Days Gone features a story than a minor gameplay hitch not only to create the world in Days Gone’s story picks up full of intrigue and mystery that breaks immersion, a sim- which Deacon St. John lives, immediately with the final within a world defined by loss ple audio cue that is inexplica- but also to immerse the player days of modern civilization. and devastation. bly missing, or character ani- into that world. It is a game The death of protagonist Dea- Days Gone is a video game mation that doesn’t fit the ac- that is both bold in its aspira- con St. John’s humanity kicks that is hard to classify, flowing tion on screen. Similarly, there tions and brilliant in its execu- off the story as he sends his across multiple genres effort- is also notable issues with tion. Though it suffers from wife away on a government lessly without ever feeling loading screens that happen far technical issues, it is a video helicopter in the hopes of sav- messy in its execution. It fea- too often, breaking up the tran- game that gives back to the ing her life. Deacon and his tures elements of the survival- sition from gameplay to player just as much as they put best friend Boozer watch the horror, action-adventure, and cutscenes in a noticeably dis- into it. It is a dangerous, bru- helicopter depart as they stand open-world genres whilst re- ruptive manner. These tech- tal, blood-soaked tale of loss amongst the wreckage of their taining its focus on story and nical issues do little to hinder and desperation, one that eve- former world. Deacon’s story character development. the ambition and passion ap- ry gamer, whether casual or then jumps forward two years, Through this melding of gen- plied to every element of Days hardcore, should take the op- presenting a drastically differ- res, the game becomes its own Gone. The game manages to portunity to try for themselves. ent world where nature has beast entirely. Every inch of shine through its shortcomings 9.5/10 RamPage Victor Valley College Entertainment MayMay 23,23, 20192019 PagePage 1521 Shazam! Hits The Big Screen

By: Edward Freer as Billy Batson, a young man people around him made the The rave reviews have Reporter who was abandoned by his movie relatable.. That trust come pouring in. Manohla mother at a young age and sent will ultimately do the same for Dargis of the New York Times In a cold dark cave, behind to multiple foster families. the superhero. The superhero said: “The dreary and crepus- a magical door, lies the seven Spending much of his young movies I have seen are, for the cular have given way to some- deadly sins guarded by the life running away trying to most part, are dark and life- thing less self-serious and end- world of wizardry and magic. find his mother Batson eventu- less. Not Shazam! Shazam was of-the-world grim in Shazam!, We all have a superhero inside ally ends up with a loving a comical masterpiece that with its charmingly breezy of us, but only the one that has adoptive family that at first, he made you feel like a kid again. avenger in tights.” Sandie a pure heart, our inner child, wants no part of. Billy Batson Besides, it transformed you Angulo Chen from Common the champion, can save us is going to embark on the ad- into a world of hope, joy, com- Sense Media said: “This re- from the seven deadly sins. venture of a lifetime and sub- passion and trust. freshingly delightful, light- Based on the 1940’s DC sequently take a few lovea- hearted entry in the Comics, and 1970’s TV se- ble kids with him. DC Extended Uni- ries, Shazam, also known as I have never been inter- verse has enough Captain Marvel, hit the big ested in comic book super- charm for the whole screen with an outstanding hero movies, television, or family thanks to opening weekend. Produced books. Therefore venturing standout performanc- by New Line Cinema and dis- into doing a movie review es, broad humor, and tributed Warner Bro. Shazam, of one was not high on my positive messages.” according to Variety, grossed list of things to do so I had I not only feel over 53 million domestically very low expectations. It that this is by far the on opening weekend, April turns out my thinking was best superhero movie 5th, 2019, and 156 million off. Shazam fulfilled every I have ever seen, but worldwide. Starring Zachary part of a movie-going ex- it is also the best Levi, the role of Shazam, a perience. Throughout the movie I have seen in loveable young kid in a super- movie, I was astonished at years. If you or your hero’s body. Mark Strong just how well Shazam was family like to smile stars as Dr. Sivana, who was made. The cinematography for a few hours out once a child that was rejected was as good as the Trans- your day, go and by the last remaining wizard former movies and the enjoy Shazam I and ultimately plays the super- special effects just blow know, I sure did. villain. Jack Dylan Grazer as me away. The way that And maybe, just Freddy Freeman, is a delight- scenes transferred from maybe you too are ful disabled kid who is part of one plot to another, then pure of heart, that a foster family that never one generation to the next inner child, the seems to keep qui- really kept me into the champion, and you et. Ultimately, Freddy teaches movie. Also, the transfor- too can help save us Shazam how to be a superhero mation of a juvenile kid all from the seven through his in-depth and really juvenile super- deadly sins. Shazam knowledge about all things hero, into a young man gets a full 5 out of 5 superhero. Asher Angel stars who learns how to trust the Photo Courtesy of hdqwalls.com stars from me.

ASB, From page 11 contact and is working with about the title you hold it’s go into business for them- Justin Gatewood, who manag- about the impact you make for selves.” Scott brought up a ASB student council in previ- es the VVC website, to reno- students.” discussion on the table to re- ous years as Public Relations vate the school website. They Scott has held the Public gard this situation and wants Senator and Secretary. He is are working on making it Relations Senator position for to see it through. She wants to running for Vice President and global friendly and possible two years at VVC and is now become more involved in the has been campaigning on so- for students to send messages, running for Vice President. If solution for this. Other candi- cial media. Quintero was in- access information from cam- chosen into office, her goal dates were contacted but were spired with his belief “I do pus, and help students navi- would be to advocate more up not available for comment. believe that everyone should gate city buses with google to date curriculum for students VVC has some inspiring be held accountable to the maps to plan their trips in today’s advancing job mar- candidates, it seems there is a positions they were sworn in throughout the city. “Whatever ket “…there is a need for tech- bright year with a motivation and to perform to the best of the turnout is, I’m still going nology-based curriculum espe- for change for the ASB coun- their ability.” He has kept in to be here for students. It’s not cially for students who want to cil of 2019-2020. RamPage Victor Valley College Sports May 23, 2019 Page 22 Damian Lillard’s Blazing Performance

By : Alex Malan 22nd, when OKC beat Port- know about it afterwards, it up-court, ran the clock down, Reporter land with a score of 123-114. was pure entertainment for and nailed a miraculous 37- foot 3- The NBA Playoffs pointer at are where star players the buzzer become legends. Where to win the teams become dynas- series. The ties. Where opponents shot become rivals. Where capped off legendary moments are a 50 point made. In just the last game for three years alone, the Lillard, NBA has seen some of and how the most impressive does he individual and team react im- achievements in the mediately Playoffs that the league after hit- has ever seen. ting this In 2016, Lebron legendary James and Kyrie Irving game- led the Cleveland Cava- winner? liers to the NBA Cham- By not pionship against the 73- showing 9 Golden State Warri- any sign ors, after trailing the of celebra- series 3-1. In 2017, tion on his Isaiah Thomas of the face and Boston Celtics had a 53 simply point game on the night waving of his sister’s birthday, goodbye who died in a car accident one At the end of the game, Lillard viewers watching. Photo Courtesy: theringer.com to Russell day before the playoffs started and Westbrook were trash- No matter who had the best Westbrook and the Oklahoma that year. In 2018, Kevin Du- talking to each other, with trash-talking moment the win- City Thunder, knowing that rant and Stephen Curry led the Westbrook saying to Lillard, ner would be whoever could he just ended their season for Golden State Warriors to their “I’ve been busting that *** for lead their team to a series vic- good. 2nd straight Championship. years!” After the game ended, tory. This series was personal The series included a 43 point Lillard took to Instagram to With Portland holding on for Lillard in a couple of Game 3 from Durant, which post a photo of himself from to a 3-1 series lead, Lillard ways. One reason was his gave the Warriors a 3-0 lead during the game, simply cap- knew he’d have to bring his rivalry with Westbrook, and over the Cavaliers, crushing tioning the photo with, best performance possible to wanting to go toe-to-toe with the Cavs hopes of winning it “Warfare.” He also said to the close out game 5 and defeat him to get the win. Another all. With these astonishing media, “Ain’t no fear. I’m his nemesis to win the series. reason it was personal was moments of the last few years, going to come at you the same He came out scorching, scor- because of his lack of Playoff fans around the world have way you come at me.” When ing 34 points in just the first success in the last couple been wondering, what will be the two teams were matched half alone. Things seemed in years. He hadn’t won a the the next big Playoff story up for the first round of the doubt for Portland in the 4th Playoff game since 2016, in 2019? Playoffs, fans and analysts quarter, when OKC took a 107 being swept in the first round Damian Lillard of the Port- knew that the series would -92 point lead with only 7 of the 2017 and 2018 land Trail Blazers was able to have a flair for the dramatic. minutes left in the game. The Playoffs. Lillard knew he had answer that question in the The two teams did not dis- Blazers made a big run to tie something to prove with this team’s first round series appoint, with many moments the game at 115 with 32 sec- series, and he shined in the against the Oklahoma City of pure hatred shown between onds left, when Westbrook moment that he wanted. He Thunder. Lillard and Oklaho- the two superstar point guards missed a contested go-ahead had a performance and a shot ma City’s superstar point throughout the series. From lay-up. Lillard got the ball that will go down as one of guard, Russell Westbrook, had Lillard bumping Westbrook to with only 17 seconds left. He the gutsiest and legendary an ongoing feud with each the floor and standing over knew this was his time to moments that the NBA other throughout the regular him, to Westbrook blocking shine. Lillard dribbled the ball Playoffs have ever seen. season. It started on January Lillard’s layup and letting him RamPage Victor Valley College Sports May 23, 2019 Page 23 Long Beach to Jacksonville to Green Bay

By Demetra Miller ins football team (2002-2005). Reporter Through his college career he played in 49 games, had Marcedes Lewis was born touchdowns, held 9 UCLA in Long Beach, California on tight end records of all time, May 19, 1984 in Los Alami- and he won the John Makely tos. At the age of eight, he Award. This award was given played in the Long Beach Poly for the top tight ends in col- Pop Warner. Lewis started lege football. Lewis was also playing American football at named the consensus first- Polytechnic High School of team All-American and All- Long Beach. In 2001,his team Pacific-10 selection. played De La Salle of Con- Lewis started playing pro- cord, California in a televised fessional football for NFL in game. Marcedes was named 2006 for the Jacksonville Jag- the high school All- American uars. He was drafted in the by Parade Magazine and major first round (28th overall) of recruiting services consider 2006 and received his fran- him a top candidate. After he chise tag on February 24, graduated from high 2011. He played in 170 games, had 375 receptions and 4,502 Photos courtesy of /fansided.com/ receiving yards. Both ranked halfway. He quoted” I feel third in team history. Lewis displeased with your resigning receptions, 39 yards, and 0 made 33 touchdowns that offer.” March 2018 Lewis was touchdowns. placed him second in the fran- discharged by Jaguars after 12 Lewis is still being chise history, trailing Jimmy seasons and in May 2018, he acknowledge although his is Smith. saw a change in his career. with the Green Bay Packers. He signed a five year con- Lewis left the Jaguars went Lewis quoted “Always value tract with the Jaguars in 2011 to play for the Green Bay your own worth.” His philoso- worth $35 million with $17 Packers. He started his NFL phy was to never let someone million guarantee. November 12th season with Green Bay else determined another per- 2016 he had a calf injury that Packers as tight end. He con- son worth. Although Lewis benched him until it was time tracted $2.1 million to stay was injured, he was still a to resign his contract with the with the team for one year. football player. He was fo- Jaguars. At that time, he felt The contract also came with a cused on his career goal. school ,Marcedes attended that the offer was to low and $500.000 signing bonus. Start- UCLA and played on the Bru- the manager didn't meet him ing the season, Lewis had 3

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