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Jonathan Ng | Chronicle Photo Housing facilities encourage students to save more water than they use in order for bills to lower and become aware of the amount of water that they use which in return saves the water consumption being used on campus and the community San Bernardino, CSUSB sucks water at staggering rate By JONATHAN NG person each day for both residential and The standard morning routine of an sponses (range: 50-500 gallons/week), Staff Writer commercial purposes. everyday college student here at CSUSB is their respondents used approximately Citizens unaware of household ap- to wake up, take a shower, brush his or her twice as much as the average American ater consumption is a pliance water consumption may consume teeth, and go to class. However, students uses to meet the same needs. ﬁ nancial factor to the more water than they might think. are unaware of how much water they use “The students here are affecting the community here in San According to the City of San Ber- just to get through the day, and they use a future both globally and locally. If students WBernardino, and can nardino Water Department: 30–35 gallons substantial amount. continue to waste water like they do, the prove to be a very costly problem if not of water is used per load of laundry, 5–8 According to a recent study done by cost will start to go up to pay the bills,” taken seriously. gallons of water is used per minute in the Arizona State University, student wa- said Louie Alvarado, housing facilities According to the City of San Ber- shower, running faucets use 3–7 gallons ter consumption is about 300 gallons per maintenance supervisor. nardino Water Department, the city uses an per minute, and toilets use about 1.6 gal- person per week for showers and laundry The amount of water used within average of about 226 gallons of water per lons per ﬂ ush. alone. Despite high variability in their re- Continued on Pg. 3

Founder earns Sodexo informs, improves student health By NIN GARCIA Sodexo is providing students with nu- Staff Writer tritional information such as giant poster offi cer award boards around the Student Union that show Efforts have been made to improve the the breakdown of the calories, fat, choles- By ALEJANDRA ARANA quality of the health and food services here terol, sodium and protein in their food of- Staff Writer on campus. ferings. That way the students are aware of Sodexo is one of the many services we the food they are about to eat. James A. Robinson, one of the found- have here on campus that provide a variety “I like the food here but Denny’s ers of the Security Bank of California, of food to the student body. Sodexo Man- doesn’t open early enough and the prices was honored as a 2012 Arrowhead Distin- ager Dave Janosky said they are trying to are a bit expensive. We already have a lot guished Executive Offi cer on Friday, April make a difference in educating students for of things to pay for, and our time is so con- 20. healthier options and look for ways to offer densed,” said student Nicole Hernandez. The award was given by CSUSB’s Courtesy of Robert Whitehead students food that’s more personal to them. Continued on Pg. 3 College of Business and Public Adminis- Robinson’s scholarship contributes back to help students. tration Offi ce. The luncheon was held in the Obershaw Dining Room in the Upper nity leaders that demonstrate great pride Corrections: Commons and was fi lled with people from for their community and dedication to the San Bernardino and Riverside communi- people in it. In “Lopsided raises could see CFA strike” from our last issue, the claim ties. “This award is recognition of achieve- was made that there has not been a “single successful contract for fac- Robinson is CEO and Chairman of ments and I am very proud and honored to Security Bank of California and has also be in the shadows of past recipients of this ulty and staff of the CSU system that both parties have agreed upon.” created the James A. Robinson Scholarship award. I started at zero and competed my for fi nance and entrepreneurial students at way up to where I am today,” said Rob- This is not true. There was a contract ratifi ed in March with the CSU CSUSB. Proceeds given at the luncheon inson employee union. Other smaller agreements have been made according went towards the scholarship. Robinson is a product of the CSU sys- This award is presented to commu- Continued on Pg. 4 to Erik Fallis, media relations specialist for the Chancellor’s Offi ce.

Go online for more coverage coyotechronicle.net CSUSB student band Baseball inches Scan this code with your mobile device to visit Backseat Pilots closer to ﬁ rst place our site. Download the free app Scan Lite for the iPhone, Android & Blackberry to get reading. See Page 7 See Page 16 Chronicle Page 2 News Monday, April 23, 2012 Chronicle Page 3 News Monday, April 23, 2012 New changes to save water on campus Continued from Pg. 1

CSUSB and the city of San Bernardino everyday is staggering. “Within the past year of housing, Serrano Village residents consumed over 3,000,000 gallons of water on showering alone. With the new installations of the low- fl ow shower heads this year, residents have consumed 1,000,000 gallons of water less, saving thousands of dollars for housing,” said Alvarado. Other ways of conserving water are seen through- out the campus as well. The Water Conservation Demonstration Garden is an on-campus monument dedicated to the well-being of the San Bernardino environment and the idea of conserving energy. It contains a landscape that showcases a number of the native plants of the land that have survived here for thousands of years, as well as harbors water-saving Nin Garcia | Chronicle Photo technology that harnesses the power of rain and recy- The Commons is full of many healthy choices and other nutritionally valuable options. Fruit and vegetables are always available at the salad bar as healthy treats. cles it for reuse. According to the Water Resource Institute website, the institute is designed to encourage people to look Eating habits change at CSUSB into the past for answers about what will thrive in the San Bernardino climate while harnessing the best water Continued from Pg. 1 Chen. prepares fresh, cooked their diet, they can be guid- conserving technology that the present holds to ensure Dr. Chen also men- meals. ed through the process with a sustainable future. “Students have op- tioned that Sodexo has a Sodexo also has a a senior dietitian. There are ways to conserve amounts of water at tions. The Student Union comment box. Facebook page, once us- The dietitian will be home. For example, purchasing low-fl ow shower heads provides faster foods while Whenever a student ers “like” the page they are able to analyze the patient’s and showering for shorter periods of time can reduce the Commons provide feels like there should be able to access additional food habits, give a follow- water consumption signifi cantly over time. slower foods to the stu- some adjustments then he nutritional information and up and work with the pa- Washing clothes only when there is a full load, buy- dents. If cost is an issue or she should feel free to also receive updates. tient to create a health plan ing water-saving devices and making a conscious effort there is always the option to write to Sodexo. It is easy CSUSB also offers suited to his or her needs. to turn off the water when it is not in use could save a lot prepare food ahead of times to make adjustments be- nutrition counseling. If stu- For more information of money and valuable water in the long run. at home,” said Dr. Dorothy cause the Commons always dents ever need help with on that call (909) 537-3452.

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Courtesy of Robert Whitehead James A. Robinson, a founder of the Security Bank of California, was named Arrowhead Distinguished Executive Offi cer. Leader demonstrates pride and dedication Continued from Pg. 1 These were some of the reasons that Robinson’s colleagues told the audience tem and is very proud to contribute back to why he deserves this award and is the cor- it as much as he can and wants all students rect candidate this year. to succeed in whatever fi eld of work they Robinson is the 21st person to hold are studying for. this title and was joined during the lun- He competed in corporations with cheon with other recipients of past years. Stanford, MIT, Harvard, Yale and USC and He started off in the lower ranks of still managed to become successful in his banking and worked his way up to the top, fi eld of work. learning what hard work is and enjoying The fi rst recipient of this award was his job to the fullest. Jack Brown in 1990 and a community It was the fact that he enjoyed banking member has received it ever year after that. so much which led him to continue on with Requirements for this award include the banking world and become a founder much philanthropy work along with pro- of Security Bank of America. moting education for people in the com- The other members of the community munity. that were there to support Robinson were “He is a role model for our students very joyous and genuinely excited for Rob- and their possible future. He is a great en- inson to receive the award. trepreneur and cares about the communi- Robinson’s award is recognition as a ty,” said Larry Sharp on a video presented exemplary citizen and he will continue to during the luncheon. serve the community. Chronicle Page 5 Opinions Monday, April 23, 2012 CISPA is a threat to privacy By SARA NYDAM Staff Writer

here is a new bill being con- government and they will continue to pro- sidered by Congress, that if tect private information, but I call their passed, will eat away at your bluff. Tprivacy. When it comes down to it, I do not Information shared by The Cyber think that they will go out of their way to Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act protect our private information. “could theoretically end up in The Depart- The vague language of the bill as well ment of Defense or in the hands of the Na- as lack of any real restrictions make for tional Security Agency,” according to the questionable “promises” from supporting LA Times. companies. If CISPA is passed you should be wor- Companies should have the ability to ried about your privacy every time you ac- give information about a speciﬁ c cyber cess the Internet. threat without sharing a person’s private “The government would be allowed information. to share ‘cyber threat intelligence’ with The bill seems to be sacriﬁ cing the private companies and they in turn share protection of privacy and freedom of ex- ‘cyber threat information’ with the govern- pression in the name of “national security.” ment to increase cyber security,” according “I think the government thinks they to techdirt.com. have more control than they really do and CISPA is innocently presented as in- they shouldn’t have,” said student Brittney formation sharing, but is actually a threat Carollo. to your privacy. The government is supposed to serve “The language of the data is so vague and protect its citizens, after all it is what that there’s a huge level of interpretation of they are paid to do. data that could be shared,” the LA Times Unfortunately if CISPA is passed the stated. government will be sleeping with one eye When the backers amended CISPA open, reading teenagers blogs at two in the they said the government may use the in- morning. formation for the protection of national Trusting in the government will be security. hard for myself and many other Internet But really, this may lead to a free-for- users if the government is able to watch our all interpretation by the government for the every move through CISPA. purpose of national security. “I wouldn’t be able to post my opin- Facebook, Verizon and AT&T along ion. I feel like my rights would be taken with 800 other companies have come out away,” said Carollo. in support of this bill. There is no need for another law pro- However what these companies are tecting privacy of information or to give not telling you is that this will get them off the government more unwarranted power the hook for government intercession. because they should not be coming after A post on a friend’s Facebook wall those of us who are innocent. or an e-mail to a relative could make your There is no need for companies to personal information available to the gov- share our private information in the inter- ernment. est of national security or to protect their These companies claim that they will networks. Sara Nydam | Chronicle Photo have no obligation to share data with the There is no need for CISPA. If CISPA is passed, it would allow the government to keep an eye on the personal information you place on the Internet.

How many licks does it take to reach the center of off ensive? The Women’s Resource Center may have crossed the line of oversexualization with its promotional vagina pops By RACHEL CANNON The two most vivid examples of this the goal of these products. I agree that it is grounds to fi le a complaint of sexual ha- Copy Editor overtly sexual advertising have been the necessary to have events like these on our rassment. promotions for “The Vagina Monologues” campus. So why is the same thing happening at As a self-described feminist and active and I Love Female Orgasm events that It is natural for me to support efforts to CSUSB any less serious? advocate of women’s rights, it’s always took place last February. raise awareness of women’s emotional and I have a similar reaction to the “I Love tough to call out organizations working to To promote “The Vagina Mono- physical health issues, and I completely Female Orgasm” shirts. advance women in any way. logues,” a play described by news.csusb. back both of the events themselves. I realize that it’s impossible to com- That said, I’m sorry to say I have a edu as covering “the broad range of emo- This is my issue: by distributing these pletely de-sexualize a college campus, slight beef with the SMSU Women’s Re- tions and topics wom- promotional materi- which is not what I’m saying should hap- source Center (WRC) regarding its promo- en face on a subject als on campus, those pen. I do believe that these products are an tional methods for certain events. often seen as taboo,” wouldn’t be who may feel un- unnecessary contribution and, call me a This past year, the WRC has spon- the WRC sold vagina “I comfortable by the prude, but it does make me feel uncomfort- sored a number of events at CSUSB. pops. surprised if either of sexual environment able. Each of these events are described to These candies, these materials fos- I am certain there is a way to promote provide both men and women on the cam- which came in three these things make people ter will fi nd it impos- these events that would not make students pus and the community with valuable in- fl avors of chocolate sible to avoid these or staff members feel uncomfortable in formation regarding women’s issues. as well as caramel uncomfortable.” sexual products. such sexual environments. The WRC has hosted talks on impor- creme latte, were For example, “I wouldn’t be surprised if either of tant issues ranging from self-mutilation to shaped like fairly Janet Honn-Alex I am really “icked these things make people uncomfortable,” self-defense. large renderings of Women’s Resource Center Coordinator out” by the possi- said Janet Honn-Alex, Women’s Resource The center has also hosted great events vulvae. bility of entering an Center Coordinator. “Both the pops and the such as “The Vagina Monologues” and the Similarly, to elevator on campus shirts did a good job of promoting these upcoming Sandra Cisneros lecture. raise awareness for the I Love Female Or- with a man sucking on a “vagina pop.” Be- events. Both helped create awareness of I think the WRC does a great job of gasm event, the WRC sold promotional ing put into a situation like that would cer- these issues that effect both women and working hard to make CSUSB a welcom- black t-shirts with the name of the event in tainly make me uncomfortable. men.” ing and empowering environment for bold letters across the chest. While I recognize that this is not the I agree that drawing attention to wom- women. Students could be seen walking around idea or motivation behind the WRC’s cam- en’s issues is noble and invaluable. I just My issue is that certain ways the WRC campus with t-shirts that had the phrase “I paign, this is a completely possible scenar- don’t think it has to be accomplished at the has advertised and promoted these events love female orgasm” emblazoned across io that the campaign has created. expense of those of us who want to attend have been overtly sexual, which leads to the front. I’m certain that if I found myself in school without these explicit sexual prod- sexualizing the environment on campus. As a woman, I love both the idea and a situation like this at work, I would have ucts on display that they are hard to avoid. Chronicle Page 6 Opinions Monday, April 23, 2012 CFA should vote to authorize strike By AUNJOLAY LAMBERT Staff Writer

Knowing that the strike is so close to becoming reality makes me feel uneasy, but I do think CSU faculty should vote to strike. The faculty and staff are the heart and soul of the CSU campuses and without them it would be next to impossible to run CSU universities. Why aren’t their needs being met? Increasing student fees, tuition and denying faculty members a pay raise while the CSU Chancellor is approved a salary “supplement” is not what most students and faculty members want to hear. The California Faculty Association (CFA) is the union that represents 24,000 CSU employees who will either approve or decline a sequence of strikes which could happen on CSU campuses. According to Fog City Journal, CFA members have been working without con- tracts since the middle of 2010 and haven’t Katherine Valadez | Chronicle Photo received pay raises since 2007. Students may soon be walking into empty classrooms if the California Faculty Assocation votes to authorize a union strike that would protest union salaries and the size of classes. Members of the CFA are concerned about the situation and are in the process The only way the strike may happen for the faculty members, it may take more The faculty members are only asking of approving a strike. is if Chancellor Reed rejects the sugges- than four years for them to receive a raise. for a one percent pay increase, according to Since our fees and tuition are going tion of a neutral fact fi nder and imposes a After talking to students around the San Francisco Chronicle. up, I’m sure that our staff would be sub- contract for CSU employees, according to CSUSB about the CFA strike, most were The faculty is doing a good job send- jected to some kind of cut backs due to the 89.3 KPCC. shocked about the “supplement” that was ing a strong message that something needs budget cuts. I fi nd it unfair to know that the per- given to Chancellor Reed. to change, and a fair contract should be the What I’m still trying to understand is son who will make the decision is also the “He gets a raise but the faculty and solution. that as reported in The Huffi ngton Post, person who doesn’t have to worry about a students have to suffer,” said student Afterall, the CSU Board of Trustees Chancellor Reed received a “supplement” decreasing salary. Tyneshia Thompson didn’t hesitate to give Chancellor Reed a to his salary, but faculty members haven’t I think that raising salaries should be “I support the strike, because if there salary “supplement.” received a raise since June 2008 according a no brainer. aren’t any professors then who will teach Why not give our faculty what they to the CFA website. What I also fi nd to be unfair is that us?” said student Brandon Young. deserve? Are Skittles suspicious? Trayvon Martin’s death sparked heated debate amongst those that point to another fatal case of racial profi ling By SHANIEKA PERRIER Martin. He could have easily scared him Staff Writer off by simply saying that he was going to call the cops. What is so suspicious about iced tea In Zimmerman’s defense, he was the and a bag of skittles? self-appointed neighborhood watchman. A 17-year-old boy holding only those Wasn’t he just doing his job looking out items and wearing a “hoodie” was shot for his community? and killed ion Feb. 26 in Sanford, Florida. “Zimmerman assumed he was a crimi- Trayvon Martin was shot by George Zim- nal and shot him…cops acted like nothing merman after Zimmerman saw the boy went wrong,” said student Marc Lussier. walking around in his neighborhood and “Without enough evidence it’s hard to found him “suspicious”. decide if it’s racial profi ling. Because of I believe that Zimmerman brought this the yellow journalism, he is not going to situation upon himself. According to the get a fair trial…the trial has to move out of Los Angeles Times, he was instructed to the county,” said student Lynn Wine. go home and let the police handle the situ- People think that racial profi ling is ation. involved in this case because Martin was In my opinion he acted purely on sus- black and Zimmerman was white. picion and ignored the police, as though he I have personally experienced racial was above the law. profi ling. A male Caucasian offi cer pulled I have a problem with Zimmerman me over and asked me whose car I was never initially being arrested. There was a driving, where I was coming from and dead body involved, so regardless of Flor- where I was headed to. ida’s “stand your ground” law, making it He ran my driver’s license, saw that I legal for citizens to shoot to kill if they feel did not have a record and continued look- threatened, he shouldn’t have shot Martin. ing around the car with his fl ash light until It wasn’t until media uproar and civil fi nally instructing me to go home. rights activist start to protest that the case Did he pull me over because I was a developed and an arrest was made. black girl driving a Mercedes Benz? “They took too long to arrest him,” Trayvon Martin was unarmed the said student Riayn Guinan. night he was shot to death. He was simply I think that charging George Zimmer- wearing a hoodie while carrying a bag of man with second degree murder is just. He Skittles and an iced tea. claims that he shot Martin in self-defense, What was so threatening about that? which I believe is a lie because he followed Was it his skin color? Was it his sex? his target with a gun in his pocket. Whatever it was, it wasn’t a good There was no reason to shoot and kill enough reason to kill him. Chronicle Page 7 Features Monday, April 23, 2012 CCSUSBSUSB sstudentstudents aaspirespire ttoo mmakeake mmusicusic uuniversalniversal

Courtesy of Martin V. Photography Backseat Pilots band members (left to right) Jarrold Chang, Jason Recinos and Joshua Recinos pose for a cover photo. The band began in Fontana and has already made a name in the Inland Empire and continues taking Southern California by storm. By DESIRAE CONTRERAS duce.” Staff Writer “We didn’t want to be categorized as the ‘cliche indie electronic band’ because ake way for the newest we are all naturally diverse within our own Inland Empire band hit- music taste, we want to express our cre- ting the music scene, the ative independence and not be categorized MBackseat Pilots. as one mainstream sound,” said Chang. CSUSB seniors and brothers Jason In the end, the band members agreed and Joshua Recinos, alongside alumnus Backseat Pilots was the most appealing Jarrold Chang, started their band in 2010. name and it tied into what they were all Ever since then, the Fontana musicians about individually and musically. have performed all across the Inland Em- “First impression is everything and pire. we’re an independent band soaring high From community shows, churches, in all that we do, whether it be in school, beneﬁ t concerts and school events to ven- music careers, or future careers. We knew ues like Back to the Grind and the Big that we are our own pilots and we direct Time, the band has established a steady and navigate where we want to go indepen- fan base for themselves in the electronic dently and musically,” said vocalist Jason dance, rock and in- Recinos. die music scene. “All we want to do is give Although these “We strive for gentlemen have only Courtesy of Martin V. Photography freedom with our the audience a comfortable envi- known each other Backseat Pilot band members remain humble as they share their creative aspirations and bigger goals for their future. music. We don’t for three years, there like limitations and ronment that doesn’t hold them is no denying their package, burn, sell, distribute, publicize, elors degree in psychology. ultimately aim for passion for music book our own gigs and make our own beats Jason Recinos plans to go back to a new-age style of back from being themselves and and connection with all on our own,” said Chang. school to get his masters degree in nursing, ‘80s soundscape their audience. “All With all the sweat and tears that go moving in with the guys, improving vo- smashed together doesn’t limit us as musicians to we want to do is give into the “grunt work,” they still remain cally and hiring people to do all the “grunt with a youthful the audience a com- humble, resourceful and independent. work.” dance style that explore our different sounds fortable environment “Above all else, you’re more apprecia- Chang wants to be a full time high can reach every and music taste.” that doesn’t hold tive and humble towards your fans when school or elementary school teacher and age group,” said them back from be- you do all the work yourself,” said Jason in the near future starting his own music bass player Jarrold Jason Recinos ing themselves and Recinos. “It’s rewarding and inspires you awareness and appreciation club for stu- Chang. doesn’t limit us as to do more and it all pays off.” dents. The young Vocalist musicians to explore Aside from producing and writing As for the band, they all agreed they musicians aspire to our different sounds their own music the band members have want to move in together, get their own stu- make their music universal, inviting and and music taste,” said Jason Recinos. full time jobs and bigger goals for their fu- dio, make more albums, tour and build a inspiring to all who hear them. Jason continued, “It’s an amazing ture careers. bigger fan base all around California. “I didn’t want our music to sound like feeling when the audience can vibe and Currently, Jarrold Chang is a part time “We are motivated individuals who every other band. I wanted to break the jam out with you, it’s inspiring knowing substitute teacher at Summit High School strive for independence and creative free- boundaries and set ourselves apart from that someone can be driven by your per- in Fontana, Jason Recinos works at Ar- dom,” said Chang. other genres,” said guitarist Joshua Reci- formance.” rowhead Hospital and Joshua Recinos will If you would like to see Backseat nos. “So, me and the guys drove out to Backseat Pilots are making their way be graduating Winter 2013 with a nursing Pilots perform live, their next show will a random ﬁ eld one night with our Fresh to the top as an independent band. What degree. be held on Saturday April 28 at 8 p.m. in & Easy snacks, jotted down ideas of what started off as a couple of nights just jam- Joshua Recinos expressed that within Downtown Riverside at the Mission To- could potentially be a catchy band name ming out has turned into something much the next three years he sees himself gradu- bacco Lounge. and what was going to be our purpose with larger. ated, working full time at Arrowhead and Add the Backseat Pilots on Facebook the music we were going to write and pro- “We press our own CD, write, record, going back to school to complete his bach- at facebook.com/BackseatPilotsBand. Chronicle Page 8 Features Monday, April 23, 2012 Chronicle Page 9 Features Monday, April 23, 2012

Kim Dailey | Chronicle Photo A large mural of a coyote was painted by “primitive expressionist,” Mike Kershnar, a skateboard artist who was featured at CSUSB’s Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art (RAFFMA) on Saturday, April 14 for a Skate and Art Demonstration. Creativity shines at the RAFFMA By KIM DAILEY board graphics on the bottom of they are,” said Kershnar. and Marek Bitnar, 10, were at washable tattoos, which proved Staff Writer a skateboard kind of defi ned what While Kershnar was spray the sticker tables. When asked very popular with the younger the culture was about to me and it painting one of his favorite ani- why they came out to this event crowd that attended. kateboard artist Mike was very appealing, so I always mals, a coyote, on a 15 by 10 foot Boelder said, “I just want to Student Kristi Shawhan Kershnar was fea- just skated and drew and they are canvas, amateur skaters from all skate! I like to do ollies!” stood by watching the skaters in tured at CSUSB’s both now just a big part of my around – that is, those who signed “I like how a board can the mobile skate park. “I long- SRobert and Frances life,” said Kershnar. the waiver fi rst – skated the ramps do tricks under you like a bike board and skate around campus. Fullerton Museum of Art (RAFF- He considers himself a provided by Active Ride Shop. can’t,” said Bitnar. That is how I travel from class to MA) on Saturday, April 14 for a “primitive expressionist” – some- Local skater Jesse Perez The boys were brought to the class,” stated Shawhan. Skate and Art Demo. one who communicates his feel- came, skateboard in hand, to event by Bitnar’s dad, who had The Skate and Art Demo The demo was a free public ings or thoughts through a pat- check out what the event was heard about the event on local was a special event that brought event held from 2–5 p.m. It fea- tern. about. rock station KCXX 103.9. newcomers to check out the “Full tured art, skating, music, sticker- “It can be hard to fi nd a job “I like to skate and see the The station had a booth and Deck” art show that had artwork making, tattoos and more. where you can share your unique different artwork on the boards was live-streaming music for the by artist Mike Kershnar on dis- Orange County native Ker- voice with the world and with art and watch the different skaters amateur skaters to have some- play. shnar has been skating and paint- you can have visual representa- skate,” said Perez. thing to skate to in the mobile If you didn’t get a chance to ing since a very young age. tion of what you feel about ev- Tables were set up with skate park. attend this event or see the “Full “I started to skate pipeline erything, so I feel really lucky to stickers and markers so skaters Active Ride Shop brought Deck” artwork exhibit on display in the ‘80s in Upland when I was get to pursue that. Basically, my could create customized artwork ramps, stairs, multiple boxes and in the RAFFMA museum, which just a super little [kid]. In 1st or job is to speak my voice to an that made their own skateboards rails for skaters to skate in the ends April 21, RAFFMA is going 2nd grade I was really attracted audience that may or may not be unique. courtyard of RAFFMA. to have a catalog of artwork that to skating and I liked that the listening, but, well, it seems like Cousins Logan Boelder, 7, They also offered a choice of will be available for purchase. CSUSB gets ready for graduation By ANGELA E. RODRIGUEZ For students who are concerned about According to the U.S. Bureau of La- Coussoulis Arena on Saturday, June 16 Staff Writer their next steps into the workforce, the Ca- bor Statistics, in February the unemploy- and 17 where graduating seniors have reer Development Center offers services ment rate for ages 20-24 was adjusted to the chance to participate in either Black It’s graduation time again for CSUSB anywhere from ca- 13.8 percent, compared Graduation, Latino Graduation or regular as it prepares to bring out caps and gowns reer counseling to to 8.3 percent for the commencement. with commencement quickly approaching mock interviews and “I’m really stressed now overall workforce. Coyotes who don’t want to participate in June. resume writing. Many students are in Spring Commencement and just want Students who have spent sleepless “I’m graduat- that everything is getting experiencing stress due their degree are not obligated to walk, but nights studying for important exams and ing with a bachelor’s to their senior projects if that’s you, do take it into consideration. papers that will determine their futures all degree in business down to business but I know or portfolios that have After all, you only graduate college once. have led up to this moment where all eyes and going to apply to that soon I will see that light great impact on their The deadline to fi le a graduation are on them and their bachelor’s degrees. grad school to make fi nal grades. “There is check and to be included in commence- Seniors graduating this spring quarter myself stand out at the end of the tunnel.” not enough hours in a ment is April 30 and must be turned into have been preparing since early Novem- from other gradu- day! I’m really stressed the Offi ce of Records, Registration and ber, fulfi lling grad check requirements to ates because I know Grace Ojeda now that everything is Evaluations. secure their right to walk. that with just a bach- getting down to busi- Grad Days at CSUSB take place on “I’m pretty happy about fi nally gradu- elor’s it won’t get me Student ness but I know that April 24 and 25 for seniors to register ating this quarter but am really concerned to where I want to be soon I will see that light for commencement and order their caps, about not fi nding a job after I graduate be- in my career,” said student Grace Ojeda. at the end of the tunnel,” said Ojeda. gowns and other graduation memorabilia. cause times are really tough right now and Due to the poor fi nancial state of our CSUSB’s main campus will be con- There are only a couple of months un- there are tons of people who are struggling country’s economy, there are many stu- ducting spring graduation ceremonies til CSUSB will have more accomplished for work,” said student Maria Paredes. dents who feel the same way as Ojeda. beginning the third week of June in the graduates. Chronicle Page 10 Arts & Entertainment Monday, April 23, 2012 CCoachella:oachella: a two-weekendtwo-weekend musicalmusical oasisoasis

Marissa Mooney | Chronicle Photo The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival’s trademack ferris wheel towers over the landscape during weekend one of the two weekend event. Artists and fans from all across the globe made their way to the California desert for the festival. By MARISSA MOONEY and ERIC BROWN Staff Writers

Thousands of eager fans faced the The sun began to set and the night wild desert weather during two mesmeriz- crowd came in to hear the sounds of The ing weekends of the Coachella Valley Mu- Shins, Bon Iver and Radiohead on the main sic and Arts Festival. stage. Many fans retired for the night only Music presenter Goldenvoice brought to feel the battling melodies of Radiohead people from around the globe together to and Kaskade. the annual cultural showcase As the Sunday sun set over the Empire During the fi rst weekend, which ran Polo Grounds for the fi nal night, Justice, from April 13-15, the weather presented an electro band from France, was delayed a challenge when a rain and wind storm by 30 minutes and was forced to play half swept the festival and campsite. of their set. “We had our neighbors and other Justice and Rihanna made a surprise campers helping us hold down our tent as appearance during Calvin Harris’ DJ set to the wind tried to rip it apart. People are re- sing along to Rihanna’s ‘We Found Love’ ally helpful and nice here, but this weather and join the fans in their festivities. I did not expect,” said a camper from Aus- Many fans of At The Drive-In sprint- tralia. ed to see the set on the main stage before Wind and rain would not put a damper Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre took over. on the festival. Alex Turner, the vocalist of Due to the curfew in Indio, Snoop Arctic Monkeys ignored the weather and Dogg and Dr. Dre started earlier than most played a full set with raw vocals and heavy of the headlining bands from the previous strokes on the guitar. Many of the songs day. The crowd however was completely the band played came from the original al- astounded by the strong vibes from the two Eric Brown | Chronicle Photo bum “Whatever People Say I Am, That is artists. Marissa Mooney | Chronicle Photo What I Am Not.” A surprise and surreal hologram of Headlining the night was The Black Tupac Shakur was revealed, throwing the Keys, who’s near-perfect performance crowd into hysteria. could have been recorded on a studio al- The legendary rapper, who passed bum. The duo performed without their sup- away 16 years ago, was ‘resurrected’ and porting band for a few songs, which truly performed his hit singles “Hail Mary” and displayed the talent of these indie mainstay “2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted,” side by side rockers. with Snoop Dogg. Unique to the second weekend was a Camping at the festival was an entire- cover of Levon Helm’s “The Weight” with ly diferent and exciting experience. John Fogerty due to Helm’s recent passing Packed like sardines per Golden- and the Keys’ love for his music. voice’s arrangement, completely separate Things really got going during the and different individuals and groups coex- festival’s second day. Highlights included isted on the campgrounds. Tijuana Panthers, Grace Potter and the Campsite activities included Cycleide Nocturnals. Tijuana Panthers rocked their (a carnival of sorts assembled by alt-bike tent so hard that moshing ensued during mechanics), yoga and pilates classes, the otherwise “chilled out” festival. dodgeball and pinball tournaments, a silent tUnE yArDs fi lled up the outdoor sta- dance party, a farmer’s market and a thriv- dium with a sweet melody of pre-recorded ing cluster of food trucks. sounds from the lead vocalist and a stream Overall, the festival organizers com- of piano and saxophones playing. pletely stepped up the game this year, People began to join hands and dance delivering tons of artistic thrills. One can in the grass with long dresses and fl ower only imagine what kinds of tricks they will crowns. have up their sleeves for 2013.

Marissa Mooney | Chronicle Photo Read Eric Brown’s complete recap of weekend two at CoyoteChronicle.net! Eric Brown | Chronicle Photo Chronicle Page 11 Arts & Entertainment Monday, April 23, 2012 Local improv group leaves Coyotes howling By MANAL MUSEITEF of that scene unraveled rather amusingly. Staff Writer Another hit was “New Choice,” in which the actor’s previous line must be The halls of the CSUSB Performing switched to its opposite, epitomizing the Arts Building echoed with laughter this idea of improvisation. past weekend. Audience member Nadia Hamdan Redlands-based improv group claims she could hardly contain her laugh- Sha’Dynasty paid a visit to the campus on ter during the “new choice” scene. April 20 and 21 to dish out some comedy “It was really funny. It tested the ac- goodness to a receptive crowd. tors to see how they reacted when they Accustomed to their regular perfor- literally had no control over the situation,” mances at the Redlands Fox Theater, the said Hamdan. group was admittedly nervous at fi rst, but After the fi rst few games, the night’s the refreshing Coyote crowd killed their funny meter began to twist and turn like nerves quickly. a roller coaster. While games like “Press “It was nerve racking [performing] in Conference” and “Tidal Wave” were not as the presence of a college but it was much hilarious as others, the overall feel of the more intimate,” said Sha’Dynasty group show was lively and positive. member John “The Tank” Johnson. “The “A Day in the Life” required a descrip- laughter was louder and you can see the re- tion of an audience member’s full day. actions of the audience much closer.” There defi nitely was room for imagination The group is comprised of Johnson, and cleverness and the cast kept it enter- Christopher Coon, James McMurran, Kier- taining. sten Olsen, Thaddeus Rogers, Audi Young The best aspect of the Sha’Dynasty and Little Chris. improv group is their appreciation for the Rogers and Little Chris, both of whom participation from the audiences. One of have been with the troupe for a little over a the last performances of the night involved month, made their improv debut at CSUSB. the audience more than ever when lines “I thought being on stage was the most they wrote were said sporadically through- amazing feeling ever,” said Little Chris, out a specifi c scene. “Hearing the laughter and support from the Some read, “I came at the best time,” crowd, when they interact, makes it much “You mad bro?” and even “How are your easier.” bowel movements?” The game was a great The energetic cast participated in way combine the audience’s input with the games where the audience would shout out improvisation skills of the performers. an occupation or a location to help create Overall, the show was a success. Most a scene. of the group’s games left the audience A crowd favorite was “3-Minute members in stitches. Scene,” where two volunteers from the Sha’Dynasty will be performing at cast were given an object to base their the Redlands Fox Theatre every Wednes- scene upon. They fi rst act the scene out in day starting in June. The group is easily Matthew Bramlett | Chronicle Photo three minutes, one minute, 30 seconds and reachable at Facebook.com/ShaDynasty- Christopher Coon and James McMurran, two members of Sha’Dynasty, perform in front of a CSUSB audience on April 20. lastly in just 15 seconds. The development Improv. Fashion show prepares pupils for big business By MARISSA MOONEY were given instructions on how to walk the Staff Writer runway. Many models looked anxious and As the end of the quarter approaches, nervous as they sat around waiting for many students will be searching for sum- the show to begin. Antonio, a student and mer jobs and graduates will be out looking model in the show, helped instruct the oth- for a career. er models on where to walk and when to Fortunately, the Career Development stop or stand. Center has your back, presenting students The show highlighted articles of cloth- with their seasonal fashion show on April ing that were presentable for both job inter- 18 in the San Manuel Student Union Event views and in an offi ce-related environment. Center. Being educated on the do’s and don’ts of The free event allowed students to professional attire can help students create come and learn how to dress appropriately a credible image for their prospective em- from casual to business attire. Select mod- ployers. els were used as examples of the proper The female models wore various way to dress when interviewing as well as outfi ts that consisted of pant suits, offi ce what is appropriate for the offi ce. dresses and pencil skirts with blazers. The Amber Williams and Jose Quintero male models varied from full custom suits hosted the event and presented the models to ties and slacks with a dress shirt. Rep- with the proper clothes to brand yourself as resentatives from JoS. A. Bank and Black a professional. Each model wore business House/White Market made an appearance attire that was sponsored by Macy’s, Ba- to watch the show. nana Republic, White House/Black Mar- There were giveaways for students ket, Ann Taylor, Jones New York and JoS. who attended, including prizes donated by A. Bank. Each model walked down the White House/Black Market and a full cus- runway as the hosts introduced each one tom-tailored suit by JoS. A. Bank. Along by their major and aspirations. with the giveaways, students were able to “I had a lot of fun organizing the show enjoy refreshments and ask more questions from getting the models to calling over about the Career Center. 25 stores to help us out with providing The Career Development Center as- clothes,” said Williams. “Not only was it sists students campus-wide in searching fun, but it was a great learning experience.” for job listings and future careers. The of- Models prepared for the runway by fi ce is located in UH-329 or you may con- adding accessories to their outfi ts that were tact 909-537-5250 to receive assistance in handed out by the student assistants. Be- resumes, attend workshops, ask advice or Marissa Mooney | Chronicle Photo fore the event, models took their place and apply for a job. A model posing in one of the many business-oriented outfi ts showcased during the Career Center’s April fashion show. Chronicle Page 12 Arts & Entertainment Monday, April 23, 2012 Chronicle Page 13 Sports Monday, April 23, 2012 Chronicle Page 14 Sports Monday, April 23, 2012 Water polo tries to keep head above water Through all the adversity they have faced, water polo has remained positive, placing their growth as a team above winning

Ray Beasley | Chronicle Photo Water polo came up just short in their matchup against a powerful Sonoma State Seawolves team, but have been inching closer and closer to victory each week. Working diligently to perfect their talents in the water.

By RAY BEASLEY close games have been a common theme Coach Reneker went on to say that the truth. The truth is the team is rather Staff Writer over the course of this long, grueling sea- through each moral victory the team young, with the team consisting of eight son. achieves, they climb that much closer to freshmen and fi ve sophomores. Exciting water polo action took place One can only ask how any team can victory because they are slowly becoming Because of the lack of experience the on April 15 when the Coyotes took to the maintain emotional strength and security a better team. The team confi dently contin- team has, they tend to focus on cohesive pool and nearly defeated the heavily fa- in such an unforgiving environment. ues to turn losses into lessons, giving them growth as their measurement of success vored Sonoma State Seawolves. In the storm of emotional frustration, an edge no other team can boast. rather than what the scoreboard says. The Coyotes took an early 3–1 lead the team turns to their passion and heart for The real success story is found be- “Each quarter of the school year, we over the Seawolves and led by as many as the game as the bases for coping with the yond the simple numbers displayed on the set goals as a team and have been able to three goals as they led 6–3 at one point. many losses. scoreboard, but in the strength the girls fi nd accomplish each one; this makes us a suc- Unfortunately they could not maintain Armed with the knowledge that they through personally accomplishing team cessful team,” said coach Reneker. the momentum as they were outscored 0–5 are giving it their all enables the Coyotes goals. The team hopes to maintain this con- in the second quarter. The Coyotes were to fi nd joy out of any circumstance, even a Through every one of these small vic- tinual growth by slowly turning their nega- able to counter with three additional goals losing season. tories the team grows and becomes a far tives into positives and gradually creating a of their own, but the Seawolves were able “We know the season isn’t turning out more well-rounded group of players. team that can accomplish anything. to add fi ve more of their own, winning the to be a winning season; however, we fo- These hidden victories are never seen The team has a couple more games contest 10–9. cus on goals for each game and if we are by fans and followers of the team and this this season against La Verne and at Cali- As many local CSUSB students may able to achieve them, they are considered unfortunately leads many people to believe fornia State University Northridge, giving know, this season has not been great for the wins in our book,” said head Coach Sarah they are a poor team. them the opportunity to apply all they have struggling water polo team. Unsuccessful Reneker. However, this cannot be further from learned and hopefully achieve victory.

Sports Clubs make their way onto campus CSUSB gets recreational by creating new clubs where students can join and play their favorite competitive sports

By AMY CUTILLO to have some fun on campus. Staff Writer The cost of joining the club ultimately depends on the team and how much it will cost to run the team, but all the The Rec Center is kicking into gear and wants you details are available through the Rec Center. to help make fellow Coyotes aware of what the campus All the Rec Center needs to get more Sports Clubs Sports Clubs have to offer. started is for an interested group to get together and sign The Sports Clubs are an organized group of clubs on up. campus, much like the Chess Club or the Chemistry Club. The two forms, a recognition packet along with a club They are student run and collect dues. Unlike the other charter packet, must be fi lled out and are available through organized clubs on campus, these clubs take place in the the Rec Center. arena of active sports. In other words, there’s way more After turning in the forms to the Rec Center, they will action and less talk. look into approving the individual requests. These action-packed sports clubs compete with other Since there have been facility issues with indoor universities’ clubs. Many of the other universities have nu- sports, the chances are better for outdoor sports having merous sports clubs and most are larger than an NCAA available space to practice and compete. athletic team. A rugby team and an outdoor Frisbee club are two ad- Our campus currently offers only three sports clubs: ditional sports that Brandt feels would be popular amongst mixed martial arts, co-ed tennis and wrestling. The Rec the sports enthusiasts on campus. Center helps to manage these clubs by fi nding places to The Rec Center is on board to see their Sports Club practice, making reservations and by helping to pay their branch out and succeed. club insurance. Amy Cutillo | Chronicle Photo All they need is the Coyotes to get on board and start Unlike the other clubs on campus, which are all recre- The Rec Center continuously adds on to their already extensive list of activities. some new clubs. ational, this club must stay competitive. If you would like to see your sports club in the mix Another interesting fact is that anybody can join any The club is for all students and will allow people to for Fall 2012, get busy, fi ll out the forms and get them in. of the clubs, according to the Sports Club director Kari join no matter what their skill level may be. Anything sport from basketball, to baseball, to bad- Brandt. This way, there are opportunities for everyone to im- minton can potentially become a club that you can join Students who are fi nding out about the clubs are ex- prove their game. here on campus. cited and ready to join. Faculty, staff and alumni can join the sports clubs, but If you are interested in martial arts, tennis or wrestling “I think that’s such a cool idea,” said student Bryan only students are allowed to participate in the actual com- you can contact Kari Brandt at [email protected] Sealey. petitions. or visit the sports club website at csusbrecsports.com. “Our school doesn’t have a tennis team and I’ve al- Some of the objectives of the Sports Clubs are to build Don’t put it off, join the Sports Clubs. It’s a good way ways wanted to play, so now I’ll fi nally have the opportu- camaraderie among teammates, develop a student’s poten- to get your exercise in, relieve stress and get some healthy nity to compete.” tial in the sport and develop leadership skills as well as just activity into your life. Chronicle Page 15 Sports Monday, April 23, 2012 Monday Sports 4.23.12 Softball bites the dust in weekend series with Chico State By CHELSEA UNDERWOOD lead. just don’t have the pitching to keep us in an error, Leffi ngwell was able to score. Staff Writer Junior infi elder Alyssa Flores an- the game.” The revamped Coyotes seemed poised swered the Wildcats’ fi ve-run rally with a With one more game to go, the Coy- for victory as they took the early 1–0 ad- Coyote softball failed to deliver booming home run to left fi eld in the sixth otes were eager to pull away with a victory vantage. The Wildcats were unable to do against the Chico State Wildcats during inning. Junior infi elder Britney Butler con- and split the series. any damage in the fi rst three innings as se- their April 14 0–2 road series loss. tinued the ‘Yotes’ comeback by hitting Junior Jamie Leffi ngwell came out nior Carly Land was fi nding early success The Lady ‘Yotes were rocky from be- another solo home run to left fi eld in the strong in the second inning with a hard on the mound. She ultimately delivered ginning to end in the fi rst game, allowing a seventh. double down the right fi eld line. Duncan four strikeouts and allowed only three hits. three-run home run by the Wildcats catcher However, the team’s efforts were not saw an opportunity to get Leffi ngwell over “It felt good,” said Land. “They were a Hailey Stockman in the fi rst inning. enough to take the lead away from the to third base and called for a sacrifi ce bunt. good team. They put up a good fi ght.” Trouble escalated in the third inning Wildcats, as they won the contest 5–2. Senior Felicia Cervantes executed the Despite Land’s impressive start, she when the Wildcats scored another two “They never give up. They always play to perfection, and with the help of the was unable to keep the Wildcats off the runs, augmenting their advantage to a 5–0 fi ght,” said head coach Tacy Duncan. “We Wildcats’ second baseman, who committed scoreboard as they later tied the game in the fourth with a RBI double into center fi eld, scoring a run. Land’s performance shows how far she has come since breaking her wrist in six places while playing in the outfi eld during practice her freshman year. She had multiple surgeries after her grueling injury, along with physical ther- apy on her way to a remarkable recovery. With the game tied at one, the pressure rose between the two teams. The Coyotes’ defense was unable to stop the Wildcats from scoring their second run of the game, which proved to be the deciding run in the fi fth inning. “We should have had that second game,” said Cervantes. “They got clutch hits, they clutched up, that’s pretty much what happened.” Despite not having played to their full potential all season long, the Coyotes still Chelsea Underwood | Chronicle Photo have one more series left to turn their for- Despite the rough season they have endured, softball continues to work hard. Britney Butler (above) has been a spark for her team with 13 home runs and an impressive .360 batting average. tunes around. Coyotes keep clicking as playoff baseball approach

By JESSICA BRACAMONTES fi ve hits and one earned run in the series opener. Senior center fi elder Ethan Chapman was pleased by Staff Writer Thanks to McCarthy’s strong performance on the the overall team effort that was displayed. mound, the Coyotes handed the Pioneers a 6–2 loss. “We played as a team and fed off each other positive- The Coyotes continued their winning ways at home as The following day the Coyotes had a doublehead- ly. We all fi gured out what to do at the same time,” said they took three out of four games from the Cal State East er against the same Pioneers, hoping to have a possible Chapman. Bay Pioneers April 14–16. sweep in the works. This series gave the ‘Yotes six wins in their last eight The Coyotes took game one of the double header 6–1 games at home. thanks to junior starting pitcher Mike Mudron. He threw The Coyotes increased their overall regular season re- eight solid innings for the Coyotes, giving up only one cord to 20–13 and their CCAA record to 17–11. earned run and striking out eight, improving his record to Head coach Don Parnell explained what his players 5–0 with a 1.69 ERA as of April 18. did well to pick up the series win. The Pioneers jumped out to an early 1–0 lead in the “We played good defense, pitched really well and top of the fi rst inning of the second game of the double- swung the bat enough to win,” said Parnell. header. The Coyotes’ tenacious fi ght and determination Senior starting pitcher Casey McCarthy played a sub- paid off, as they scored seven runs off of six hits in the stantial role by throwing a complete game, giving up just third inning to take a fi ve-run lead.

Matthew D. Gilford | Chronicle Photo Pitching and defense were key components to the Coyotes’ weekend success.

The last game of the series was an absolute slugfest. Senior right fi elder Edwin Mendoza and junior infi elder Jake Pilkerton contributed to the fi ve-run sixth inning in a big way for the Coyotes. Mendoza hit a three-run home run while Pilkerton hit a two-run home run to left fi eld. Unfortunately, it was not enough as the Pioneers end- ed up with a 12–11 win, ending the Coyotes’ three-game winning streak. Despite the minor lapse in the fi nal game of the series, the Coyotes showed just how talented and balanced they are. With the regular season coming to an end and the Matthew D. Gilford | Chronicle Photo playoffs quickly approaching, the Coyotes have chosen Paul Eshleman had a fantastic series against CSU East Bay as he had six RBIs, hit a blistering .400 and showed off his powerful swing with a two-run home run. the right time to start playing excellent baseball.