DH Bulletin VOLUME 14, NO 177 www.csudhbulletin.com MAY 7, 2014 Students protests proposed fee
University President Willie Hagan addresses students’ concerns, but “never answered our questions,” SQE members say.
By Chad Arias on campus. State University Dominguez Hills natures. To date, this petition has termining whether the fee should Staff Writer The first protest took place in administrators. not had any affect on the Student be implemented. front of President Willie Hagan’s The anti-fee petition was Success Fee proposed policy, While waiting outside of A string of protests against office. Students toted signs asking started by the Students for Qual- SQE members say. Hagan’s office for more than an the proposed Student Success Fee why the fee-hike petition hasn’t ity Education organization and Students are also upset that have been staged in the last week been acknowledged by California has amassed more than 1,600 sig- there was no voting process in de- See PROTEST: page 19 EOP to hold its own annual Rediscovering graduation celebration
Students will be able to highlight their path to Spain graduation despite their Professor discovers he’s actually obstacles. passionate about his country of origin despite growing up with By Faith Egbuonu Staff Writer different feelings.
For the first time Dominguez Hills will honor Educational Op- portunity Program students with its own graduation celebration. By Tania Torres • Staff Writer EOP’s goal for a separate Benito Gomez not only teaches Spanish, he also makes graduation event is to provide sure every student knows Spain’s history. “special recognition” that isn’t possible for them to receive dur- ing the traditional commence- enito Gómez has been intrigued by different cultures ever When Gómez graduated with a bachelor’s degree in educa- ment “due to its size,” said Paz since he can remember. tion, he left Spain. He knew he wanted to travel and experience Oliverez, director of EOP. BYet growing up in Madrid he was never passionate about his culture shock for himself. The degree was his ticket to getting a “Like many CSUDH students, own. He couldn’t understand why people were so patriotic about job. our EOP students faced a variety his county or devoted to soccer teams. He applied for a position teaching high school Spanish in of challenges on their path to col- lege and continued to experience He was interested in other cultures: What they spoke, what England. There he could improve his English and have an advan- challenges as they pursued higher they ate and how they lived. See GÓMEZ: page 12 education,” said Oliverez. “The EOP Graduation Celebration is an opportunity for our program to recognize the accomplishments Another administrator closes books on Dominguez Hills of our EOP 2014 graduates, many of whom come from low-income Susan Borrego leaves university after six years through a two-year bridge pro- dents and are making a difference backgrounds and will be the first gram with intrusive advising, in our community,” said Borrego. in their families to graduate from with plans to return to Michigan as chancellor. early alerts and supplemental in- “I think this is a very exciting college.” struction.” time at DH and I will miss all The celebration is also a time Borrego said she is most that is going on. I am very excited when former graduates can re- By Ashley Washington “During her tenure, numer- proud of the relationships she about the opportunities at Univer- unite with EOP staff who guided Staff Writer ous programs to support student has built and maintained across sity of Michigan-Flint but I will and supported them along their success were developed and im- the campus, her collaborative always be a Toro.” own journey to degree comple- plemented including the Office programs that focus on financial Joyce Bonds, Borrego’s assis- tion. Susan Borrego, vice president of Veteran Affairs, the Women’s aid and admissions and leaving tant the past four years, had good “There were some students of Enrollment Management and Center, and the Male Success Ini- Dominguez Hills in a better posi- things to say about the adminis- that felt like, ‘I don’t know if I’m Student Affairs, is leaving after tiative,” Hagan wrote in the email. tion than when she arrived. trator. going to make it through the first six years. “She was instrumental in securing She said she wants to be re- “It’s been great working with semester’ or ‘school’s so hard,’” She is taking on a new role as both individual and collaborative membered as someone who was Dr. Borrego,” said Bonds. “I have said Reina Watkins, office coor- the eighth chancellor at the Uni- grants totaling over $12 million dedicated to making things better learned so many things work- dinator of EOP. “So to see them versity of Michigan-Flint. for programs such as Encounter for students. ing with her. She has been much graduate is more of a celebration President Willie J. Hagan an- to Excellence, an award winning “I have very mixed feelings more than just a supervisor to me. of them, like ‘Look, you can do it, nounced Borrego’s resignation in model for supporting tradition- about leaving; I love this campus See EOP: page 18 an email to the campus April 15. ally underrepresented students community, we have great stu- See BORREGO: page 18 page 2 NEWS MAY 7, 2014 Tiny pixie village settles on campus ground Head-turning miniature community, work of grounds men, slowly starts to gain recognition.
By Sandy Cabada Terry Molano put a plastic playhouse on Staff Writer the same hillside four years ago hoping to enhance the area with a “fairy garden.” Perched on a knoll between the Univer- Chase then pitched the idea of a 6-foot- sity Theatre and the Student Health Center square fairy garden to administrators but is something unusual. they denied the project, citing lack of Miniature abodes have appeared out funds. After the fourth pitch, Chase was of nowhere, small enough for critters and finally able to make his vision a reality. fairies to live in. Tiny little gardens, homes He convinced them by promising to re-use built into trees, a “central park” with a ga- discarded building materials to create the zebo and a long bridge over a simulated dry village. river bend have surfaced. At first glance it “I want to beautify the campus, add may seem like an assembly of elves came more synergy with focal points,” said onto campus and settled on the area’s roll- Chase. ing hillside next to the walkway. The homes were made using found Sandy cabada / CSUDH Bulletin But no, elves have not taken Domin- materials. A broken concrete electrical box guez Hills; the creative brains behind this forms one of the dwellings; small pieces of The garden space measures about 35 feet by 25 feet. whimsical project are campus grounds redwood create steps that lead to the tree men. house door; infield clay from the univer- embellish the emerald ground cover. though funding is a minor issue, Chance Peter Chase, Chris Evans and Fer- sity’s baseball field make the pathways and Chance said it was fun to mix up their said the work-in-progress will continue to nando Gonclaves created the tiny village small roads. daily routine with this quirky development. have new additions such as higher-level after an erosion problem. The sloping hill To solve the erosion problem, the trio They also enjoy the feedback from people apartments and possibly some rope bridges was causing sediment to block the drain- covered the whole area with the creeping walking by who are drawn into the new between the two trees. ing pipes that take water runoff from the plant called baby’s tears, which prevents neighborhood. And don’t be surprised if the next time nearby health center. sediment from running down and clogging And it is not finished yet. The village you pass by you see a running stream Chase said that testing coordinator the drain at the bottom. Snap weed flowers continues to be under construction. Al- through the riverbed.
Holocaust may be over, but the stories will never be forgotten
German-born Fred Heim speaks at CSUDH about his personal otal moment in human history, so to have arguably humanity’s worst memory, Heim the opportunity to hear a first-hand account had a way of engaging the audience and experiences during World War II. was an unforgettable experience. easing out a couple of laughs. It was odd At first glance Heim seemed like any and even uncomfortable to associate hu- By Chad Arias of the Jewish people could have imagined other elderly man—frail and shaky. Yet mor in a speech about the Holocaust, yet Staff Writer the utter atrocities that the following years he had a strong and proud demeanor. You Heim was able to elicit smiles. would produce. could just tell from the look in his eyes that “I had this English teacher; he was fat, In 1926 Fred Heim was born in Ber- Last week Heim spoke to a packed au- he had seen and endured unimaginable tri- and a slob, a fat slob,” said Heim. “I tell you lin, Germany, the son of a wealthy Jew- dience of students and faculty in the Loker als. ish lawyer. Neither Heim nor the entirety Student Union. The Holocaust was a piv- Although the topic of discussion was See HOLOCAUST: page 18
Guest lecturer talks about his road to ‘Achieving the American Dream’
Sergio C. Garcia is first undocumented immigrant to be cia as part of the inauguration lecture series for University President Willie J. Hagan. granted a license to practice law in California. “For Sergio, like the other 245 Cal State Dominguez Hills (law) students here on our own campus who are from By Vanessa Lopez coming the first undocumented immigrant 13 countries, being undocumented meant Staff Writer to be granted a license to practice law in the that he did not have access to financial aid, state of California. His journey became a and he, like our students, maintained very landmark case that would lead to the Cali- strong grades,” said Junn. “Like many of More than 50 students gathered recently fornia Supreme Court granting a motion our students, he paid his own way through to hear guest speaker Sergio C. Garcia’s sto- filed by the California State Bar. school.” ry of how he achieved the American Dream. Ellen Junn, provost and vice president of Garcia began by saying what an honor it Sergio made history on Jan. 14 by be- Academic Affairs, proudly introduced Gar- was to be invited by former director of Me- diated Instruction and Distance Learning, Warren Ashley, who recently passed away. “It was his idea to bring me here,” said Male Success Alliance to host Garcia. “I could tell (over the phone) that he was a wonderful man and I am honored to be here.” annual Spring Summit Garcia spoke from a podium with before and after photos of him lit up behind him. This year’s theme is “Reclaiming Our Legacy: Achievement, The before was him as a child using a plas- Advancement, Advocacy.” tic grocery bag as a backpack; the after was him today. He spoke of his perseverance By Faith Esbuonu tend, along with 250 participants from despite all of the setbacks, saying it wasn’t Staff Writer CSUDH and other CSU campuses. easy. He called himself sentimental. Vanessa Lopez / CSUDH Bulletin This year’s theme is “Reclaiming “I am here to tell you my story and that the American Dream is alive and well, you Guest speaker Sergi Garcia The Male Success Alliance will hold Our Legacy: Achievement, Advance- spoke to a room of stu- its fifth annual Spring Summit -tomor ment, Advocacy.” The purpose of the just have to work for it,” Garcia said. He went on to tell endearing stories of dents about his struggle to row. event is to provide students with “tools become a lawyer. Students will have the opportunity and resources needed for post-second- his childhood. He spoke of the people who to hear from the keynote speaker, Jeff ary success,” said Matthew Smith, proj- inspired him along the way and of the con- Duncan-Andrade, associate professor ect coordinator of MSA. stant obstacles he faced because of his un- Garcia travels throughout the country of Raza Studies and Education Admin- The Male Success Alliance’s mis- documented status. He proudly voiced how telling his story. He plans to pursue a career istration and Interdisciplinary Studies sion is to improve the graduation rates he was able to overcome adversity with the in civil litigation. from San Francisco State University. and retention of men of color at CSUDH. love and support of his mother and father. His message to CSUDH students was There will also be breakout sessions. The group was started five years ago. “The American Dream is still possible,” loud and clear. The event is open to local middle William Franklin, director of MSA, he said firmly. “You have to tough it out and “Anyone can make a change,” Garcia school and high school students. More you’re going to keep going, you’re going to said. “Today Dominguez Hills. Tomorrow keep trying.” the nation. You are that change.” than 700 students are expected to at- See ALLIANCE page 18 MAY 7, 2014 NEWS page 3
Seniors showcase original artwork
The senior studio art exhibit is a chance for graduating students to display skills developed at CSUDH.
By Kelly Hawkins highlight their travels through their art. Staff Writer The couple creates visual memories of trips to southern states like Florida and This year’s studio art exhibition will further lands, such as Mali. showcase nine graduating seniors and The two are not afraid to express their original artwork, ranging from themselves using unconventional photographs to paintings to illustrations canvases. Raymond’s “Butterfly on a and ceramics. Body Mask,” a replica of the wooden “It’s all of our best work,” said busts worn by men in parts of West Africa Daniel Monroe, 23, a studio art major to empathize with their wives, takes the participating in the exhibit. “What we’re shape of a pregnant woman’s belly. most confident in [is that it] represents Davis-Raymond’s “Indoor/Outdoor” us and what we’ve learned from our places a group of llamas riding a train academic career here at Dominguez Hills. across an Alaskan forest on a tall, It’s our statement to the world saying this unhinged door. is what we’ve become.” “Gilah [Hirsch] said she wanted big Monroe’s paintings are based on life things so I said, ‘A door?’” said Davis- experiences, with themes of rebirth and Raymond. “She said, ‘Sure, why not?’ So his spiritual journey. Instead of the entire I did.” show having one central theme, each The Art and Design Department Karen Mossiah / CSUDH Bulletin artist depicts his or her own theme. Senior Studio Art Exhibition runs through CUT For instance, students Cordella Davis- May 15. The gallery is located in LaCorte Raymond and Larry Raymond chose to Hall A107.
Volunteers Student philosophy journal (almost) hot off the presses clean up Telos, a free publication released by the Philosophy sary funds from the dean’s office to get this Department, will be available by the end of this month. project off the ground.” campus, local With its newfound funding, the over- seeing philosophy faculty saw an oppor- By Chad Arias or “ultimate purpose.” Faculty and Phi- tune moment to gather student interest community Staff Writer losophy Club members say that this new as well as student participation regarding installment will achieve its very definition. modern philosophical themes. First Day of Service draws Telos is a free publication. It will in- “We just wanted to give the students a hundreds of participants The Philosophy Department will re- clude philosophy student essays on ethics, chance to share their work with each oth- lease a new publication this month, the first politics, aesthetics and the philosophy of er, and to collect it so that people can see who organized, planted and in 13 years. religion. what the philosophy students were doing in painted. This journal, titled Telos, will differ A journal has not been published in 2014,” says Assistant Professor of Philoso- from its predecessor, Logos, in that philos- recent years due to cuts in the Philosophy phy Brian Gregor. By Ashley Washington ophy students will be contributing articles Department’s budget. Gregor believes that philosophy can Staff Writer rather than faculty. “It has been a number of years since make a major impact in students’ lives, Logos was comprised of short fac- different faculty members have been inter- even if they are not in the department. ulty articles with no student involvement. ested in reviving this tradition,” said Pro- “Philosophy is important because it In celebration of President Wil- Philosophy faculty and Philosophy Club fessor Dana Bleu, chair of thePhilosophy lie Hagan’s inauguration, the campus members will assist in editorial duties. Department. “Unfortunately, it was not teamed up last month to do community Telos is a Greek word meaning “goal” until this semester that we got the neces- See PHILSOPHY: page 19 service in the local area. The event was arranged by the Cen- ter for Service Learning, Internships and Civic Engagement. More than 300 volunteered. Conference focuses on mental health awareness “Our president really emphasizes the importance of collaboration…but Professionals say open communication in the Latino depression or anxiety, telling themselves also experiential learning,” said Miami “it’s just the stress of college.” She said Gelvezon, SLICE administrative assis- community is most important to help get those who students need to understand that ages 18 tant. “So we wanted to create a sense of experience mental illness the support they need. to 25 are when mental illness typically ap- pears. community among students and the sur- Aragon reminded students that there rounding community in Long Beach and By Jillian Allen seek professional help. Aragon opened her speech with a quote are psychologists and psychiatrists on Carson. The best way to do that is by Staff Writer from former President Bill Clinton: “Men- campus who they can access, easily and serving different sites.” The importance of understanding men- tal illness is nothing to be ashamed of but free of charge. Students are offered 12 free Although Day of Service was a uni- tal health and mental illness was explored stigma and bias shame us all.” sessions, which by law must be kept con- versity event held primarily by student at the Achieving Mental Health Wellness Aragon explained that much of the fidential. volunteers, assisting non-profit orga- by Building Capacity in Higher Education negativity and fear people who suffer from Keynote speaker and professor of Mod- nizations posted advertisements and conference last month. mental illness feel comes from the lack of ern Languages Miguel Dominquez helped reeled in volunteers. Fraternities and Mental health educators and profes- education on the topic. organize the conference with the help of sororities volunteered, along with mem- sionals addressed the stigmas attached to The four-hour conference included six friend and colleague Gustavo Loera, who bers of the LDS Mormon Church in Car- mental illness and how they affect those workshops. Students had two hours to at- works with MHALA. Dominguez is pas- sionate about this issue, as a teacher and as son, the after-school program All Stars who struggle with their mental health. tend any two workshops. Topics included a member of the Latin community. Organization and the Carson Civic En- The conference was presented by Cali- Making Wellness Plans for the Individual, fornia State University Dominguez Hills’ Understanding Social Anxiety and Journey “The lack of knowledge and acceptance gagement. Department of Modern Languages, Her- to Wellness. is eclipsing what’s behind stresses and prob- On campus, Child Development manas Unidos and the Mental Health of Many traditional Latin families don’t lems students have and this effects concen- Center toys were sanitized and class- America Los Angeles. accept or discuss mental illness, Aragon tration and learning,” Dominguez said. rooms organized. Volunteers cleaned Student Health and Psychological Ser- said, therefore children and parents suffer- Dominguez said he feels there is still a the playground area. vices Educator Joanna Aragon discussed ing from depression, anxiety and even other long way to go, but open communication, University Housing was also cleaned how mental illness is tied to many nega- more serious and debilitating mental illness- particularly in the Latino community, is the up and a drought-resistant garden was tive stereotypes, which leads to fear and es don’t get the help they need. most important thing to help get those who uncomfortable feelings, causing people to She also pointed out that many times experience mental illness the support they See DAY OF SERVICE: page 18 reject and ignore mental illness rather than college students brush off symptoms of need. page 4 NEWS MAY 7, 2014
Students can participate in anthropology field studies in Mexico
Three-week course open to all CSUDH students through nine Gasco, who teaches the course and fee of $50. “We stay in small, Extended Education. is a native of the area. “Also, we see how modest, family-run hotels,” said Gasco. people live in a tropical rainforest envi- “This class gives students a chance to ronment. We eat different foods—often learn how to conduct anthropological foods that have just been harvested from field work and get to know people who By Whitney Crosby Acacoyagua, and Chiapas and participate fields or gardens.” have completely different lifestyles than Staff Writer in field studies where they will study the This class offers more than just edu- we do.” Mexican culture by region and how the cation, but a life experience, Gasco said. The class was offered last year and families there use and cultivate wild life The course is open to 10 students. Gasco sporadically over the last several years. Students can study in Mexico during to survive. must approve enrollment of every student. Gasco said that it is safe to travel in the Spring Intersession and earn credits “We will be spending time with farm- Gasco has taken 61 students to date to these areas of Mexico and there were no while doing so. ers and their families who live in rural the area through the program. The travel security issues. Anthropology 495 is a brief three- areas and whose everyday lives are very is estimated to cost about $1,400 in ad- Students of any major can take this week course offered through Extended different from ours,” said California State dition to the $798 enrollment fee and the course. If interested, email Janine Gasco Education. Students travel to Escuintla, University Dominguez Hills Professor Ja- $725 airfare. There is also an insurance at [email protected].
Documentary explores divide in America
“Chasing Rainbows” also led to a heated discussion among of hate and negativity being bounced Dowell. students in attendance about gay, straight communities. back and forth has created a toxic en- Dowell described his passion be- vironment on both sides of the issue. hind Safe Space, saying there shouldn’t According to the film, the suicide rate be a student on campus who feels that By Jillian Allen film, saying it was biased. The film re- in gay men is three times higher than in he or she doesn’t have the support they Staff Writer fers to lesbian couples and gay families straight men. need. The goal of Safe Space is to re- as “them” or “they” and labels a lesbian Immediately following the screen- cruit student and faculty “allies,” who parent as “lesbian mother,” instead of ing, Director of Campus Housing Mar- are then trained to help LGBT students A screening of the documentary just a mother. co Dowell led a discussion. Dowell is in need of support. “Chasing Rainbows” didn’t pull in a One student said a film like this only one of many involved in Safe Space, “Sometimes an ally is the only per- large crowd, but the discussion that fol- further alienates the LGBT community. a campus organization that provides son someone can go to to get accep- lowed was fiery, showing the frustration The 2012 documentary concentrates CSUDH’s LGBT community with sup- tance, and oftentimes they don’t find of LGBT students who were in atten- on the straight Christian population and port. that in family members,” said Dowell. dance. their fight against the LGBT commu- “I have never been made to feel Despite the efforts to educate peo- “Chasing Rainbows” offers an un- nity’s efforts to be granted the right to less than anyone else, or had to face ple, students in attendance agreed they censored look at the tension that sur- civil unions and the same benefits that coming out and the reactions of family still feel there is a long way to go be- rounds homosexuality in America. straight married couples are afforded. members and the community, but I can fore the LGBT community is truly ac- However, all of the students disliked the The film points out that the amount only imagine how hard it can be,” said cepted.
Former part-time instructor receives Daisy Award
After teaching nursing for more than 20 years, Crystal Chavez is have impacted students. Overall, 85 uni- lab sessions every semester. recognized for her commitment to students. versities participate in the Daisy Award. Chavez received her BSN degree from “This award recognized Chavez as an California Lutheran College in 1982 and extraordinary nurse,” said Rose Welch, her MSN from Cal State University Long By Ebony Williams Crystal Chavez recently left her po- professor of nursing. “Chavez was nomi- Beach in 1985. Staff Writer sition as a part-time instructor for the nated for the award due to her dedication School of Nursing, which she held for the and commitment to educating RN- BSN As an instructor, Chavez was available A recently retired instructor has been last 20 years. Last month she was honored nursing students at CSUDH.” to students and faculty for counseling and recognized for her dedication and com- with the Daisy Award. In addition to teaching online classes guidance. mitment to educating nursing students at The award was established in 1999 and working in the skills lab on campus, “In essence she has gone above and be- California State University Dominguez and stands for Disease Attaching Immune Chavez coordinated the health assessment yond her call of duty as a part-time instruc- Hills. System. The award recognizes nurses who course, which involved managing all the tor for the school of nursing,” said Welch. Professor presents concept of home at symposium
Jerry Moore offered CSUDH students valuable lessons about calls it—“digging into people’s home for • Lesson 4: “Don’t let others veto what it means to be human. 30 years,” searching for clues that help to your dreams.” unravel a fundamental question. But what “Stick with it. Make progress. Go for- By Vanessa Lopez lecture series honoring the investiture of does it mean to be human?” ward,” said Moore. “Make things happen.” Staff Writer President Willie J. Hagan. During the lunchtime lecture he of- Moore’s research has spanned 30 Nearly 60 student researchers and fac- fered up lessons he’s learned throughout years. “The Prehistory of Home” recently ulty gathered to hear him give advice and the course of his own archeological re- received the Society for American Archae- Anthropology Professor Jerry Moore talk about his book, “The Prehistory of search. ology’s 2014 Award for the best archeol- offered advice last week to students gear- Home.” • Lesson 1: “Things are more com- ogy book written for a popular audience. ing up to participate in the 28th annual “The concept of home has deep mean- plicated than you think.” He closed his lecture by saying he hopes statewide California State University Stu- ing for most people. It may go even • Lesson 2: “Humans are the same student researchers remember his lessons. dent Research Competition. deeper for Jerry Moore,” read the event in fundamentally different ways.” The office of the Provost and Vice Moore’s appearance at the Loker Stu- program. “During his career as an anthro- • Lesson 3: “Make connections be- President of Academic Affairs sponsored dent Union was part of the inauguration pological archeologist, he’s been—as he tween known and unknown.” the event. TO ADVERTISE IN THE NEXT ISSUE EMAIL US : [email protected] MAY 7, 2014 NEWS page 5 Upton Sinclair exhibit at CSUDH through December
Works on display include “The Jungle,” which was only the on a self-made millionaire who got rich together. through the oil industry in the 1910s. The Williams said that the exhibition itself beginning of the author’s career. book is also the inspiration for the 2007 film is a great way to see into the life of one of 1906. “There Will Be Blood,” starring Daniel Day the most accomplished writers of the 20th By James Bell Lewis. century. The numerous works of literature Staff Writer Sinclair was known for his muckraking style. The term muckraker was coined by “Of course Sinclair will always be re- is a great way to understand how a writer’s Teddy Roosevelt to describe the newly re- membered for ‘The Jungle,’ but that was mind works, and how investigative journal- Many of the works of Upton Sinclair are form-minded journalists who began a more only the beginning,” said Greg Williams, ism changed society, Williams said. now on exhibit in the University Archives. investigative approach to journalism at the director of University Archives. “Sinclair wasn’t just a writer,” said Wil- The numerous articles, books and jour- turn of the 20th century. Along with his books, the exhibit also liams. “He was into fitness, he was an activ- nals have been donated from many different Sinclair continued this idea in his 1919 showcases some of Sinclair’s newspaper ist, and he did things his own way.” sources. novel, “The Brass Check,” which looked and magazine articles and books about his Sinclair focused the majority of his work Sinclair’s most well-known piece of into the idea of yellow journalism, the prac- marriages and lovers. on societal issues and ideals. He was a writer literature, “The Jungle,” is the exhibition’s tice of non-legitimate research methods in The “Sylvia” novels are collaborations who did not shy away from any topic or sub- main focus. First published in serial form in news gathering. between Upton Sinclair and his second wife, ject, Williams said. a newspaper in 1905, Sinclair explores the Other works in the exhibit include Sin- Mary Craig Sinclair. “Sylvia” is based on the The exhibit is located on the 5th floor of world of the meatpacking industry in Chica- clair’s 1927 novel “Oil!” The novel focuses stories of Mary’s childhood, while “Sylvia’s the CSUDH library and will be showcased go. “The Jungle” was published as a book in Marriage” examines the idea of marriage al- through December. Commencement just around the corner
You can expect better parking conditions and photos with the Bay. The College of Business and Public “Believe it or not, planning begins al- Toro mascot at this year’s graduation. Policy has locked down Dan Beckerman, most immediately,” said Romero. “Even the chief executive officer ofAnschutz En- now there are talks about what should be tertainment Group. going on with next year’s commencement By Whitney Crosby Parking lot employees will be on hand to The College of Natural and Behavioral ceremonies.” Staff Writer point attendees in the right direction. Sciences speaker will be Geraldine Knats, The spring commencement will be held Each college has its own guest speaker the recent retired executive director of the May 16 and 17 at the StubHub Tennis Sta- Commencement 2014 is less than 10 that pertains to their graduates. Usually this Port of Los Angeles. The College of Educa- dium. days away. speaker is an alumni or a highly regarded tion will have Jamienne Studely, a deputy Students walking in this graduation The Office of Ceremonies and Events public figure. under secretary of education. The College should check their Toro mail for exact plans to introduce some new twists to the The College of Health and Human Ser- of Arts and Humanity and College of Ex- times. Romero suggests that students check post-ceremony events. This year there will vices will have Bob Blair, chief administra- tended Education speakers are still to be their Toro mail for exact times and updates, be a photo booth and the Toro Mascot, who tive officer for Kaiser Permanente South determined. or e-mail her at [email protected]. will be available for a photo op, in addition to the regular post-ceremony event. The Of- fice of Ceremonies and Events also made Educational workshops to help draw American Indian students some improvements. “We are introducing more ways to make American Indian Institute formed to promote education, it easier for graduating students and their stitute in 2001, Godoy said. guests when it comes to parking and ac- despite their dwindling enrollment at CSUs. The Institute promotes a better under- cessibility,” said Interim Assistant Support standing of indigenous cultures and sup- Coordinator Paola Carbajal Romero. By Leslie Orantes “We’re hoping these workshops create ports more learning opportunities for Na- Parking is free to all who attend. The Staff Writer an understanding among diverse popu- tive American students. Representatives parking lots will be assigned by college. lations.” work with several different programs and The Dominguez Hills American Indi- CSU’s Native American population is workshops to promote diversity on campus an Institute and the Asian Pacific Islander small and Dominguez Hills wants to in- to increase the percentage of Native Indian Native American group are working to- crease those numbers. students. Police Log gether to co-host a series of workshops “We feel that Dominguez Hills, of Representatives also work closely with this fall about casual racism and diverse all CSUs in the system, should take the the Anthropology Department since a ma- populations. lead in the internationalization that is so jority of its members are Native Americans. “We are guilty of racism without in- needed,” Godoy said. More information is to come in the 9:55 p.m. April 16 tending it or realizing it, or even under- The Native American population on near future regarding the workshops and its Police responded to a disturbing- standing it,” said Adriana Godoy, Service CSU campuses is relatively small and speakers. the-peace call in student housing. Learning, Internships and Civic En- getting smaller each day, resulting in the For more information, contact Go- gagement’s administrative coordinator. development of the American Indian In- doy at (310) 243-3050. 2:00 p.m. April 17 Police responded to a disturbing- the-peace call off Victoria Street. Academic contest brings in quality work, winners are chosen 11:26 a.m. April 18 A report was taken for unauthorized An overwhelming response in last month’s academic contest paintings and combinations of different mediums. use of personal ID information. has led the committee to make the contest a yearly tradition. “Some drew on the history of the school,” said Hamoud Salhi, acting associate dean of 1:04 p.m. April 21 the College of Natural and Behavioral Sci- Police responded to a disturbing- By Necole Jones well as the history of the university’s earlier ences, who orchestrated the contest. “Some the-peace call in LaCorte Hall. Staff Writer stages with images from the archives. reflected on the theme of cultural diversity Buskett was happy about his win. on campus, and some even acknowledged 1:36 p.m. April 21 “It’s an honor,” said Buskett, 22. “It or wrote about the effect that some faculty Police responded to a vandalism The winner of the academic and cre- feels very rewarding. There’s a lot of hard among others had on their lives.” call in the South Academic Complex 1. ative contest held last month may return as work that goes into developing your com- Salhi said he wasn’t surprised at the level a part of the selection committee next year. positional technique. I think the most re- of work submitted. warding part is that I was told that I made a 3:16 p.m. April 26 The contest, which was held as part of “It’s amazing,” said Salhi. “It’s all origi- judge cry, or I made them teary eyed.” nal work — very thoughtful. You can see that Police responded to a fire incident President Willie J. Hagan’s inauguration festivities, reflected on the theme “America Negotiation Conflict Resolution and these students and staff and alumni took their call in the Social and Behavioral Sci- Happens Here.” It was open to students, Peacebuilding student Laura Murphy’s time to think about it.” ence Building. staff and alumni. painting “America Happens Here: Alchemy However, he was surprised at the volume Entries were judged on how well the and Synergy” and poem “America Happens of work received. 2:03 p.m. April 28 work reflected the theme. Here: Alchemy, Synergy and Genius of the “We expected the students to rise above Police filed a report regarding pos- There were 43 submissions of all origi- Real” took second place. the level,” said Salhi. “We knew we were go- session of marijuana in Parking Lot 1. nal work. When judging was over, an hon- English alumnus Andres Lara’s poem ing to get quality work. We didn’t know we orable mentions category was added. took third place. were going to get that many.” 9:23 p.m. April 28 Digital media arts student Bronson Bus- There were also nine honorable men- Salhi said this contest was a success, tions. Police responded to a vandalism kett took first place for his original score and it will become a yearly event. The three Buskett won a year of free parking and call in Parking Lot 1. accompanied by a video slideshow he also top prizes may change, but the submissions produced. The score and video captured the a $300 gift card, Murphy won a $200 gift will always be due after spring break. card and Lara won a $100 gift card. —Compiled by Tania Torres university’s diverse population, culture and “It’s been a great experience for us,” events through the people on campus as Submissions included poetry, video, said Salhi. page 6 FEATURES MAY 7, 2014
Art in Action
CSUDH alumnus HK Zamani has taken his art degree around the world.
By Kelly Hawkins • Staff Writer
Habib Kheradyar came to California mont Graduate University, Zamani be- from Tehran, Iran when he was 13 and came a faculty member in the CSUDH Art eventually became an internationally Department for a number of years. He has recognized artist and gallery owner by the since become a guest lecturer and partici- name of HK Zamani. pant in alumni exhibitions on campus. Zamani, who adopted his last name One of his early milestones as a paint- from his paternal grandfather he had er and multi-media artist was participating discovered was a painter after reading his in the “Dialogue: Prague/Los Angeles” aunt’s memoir, began his higher educa- shows in 1989 and 1990. The exhibit de- tion at El Camino College in Torrance. He fied communist sanctions at the time and earned his bachelor of arts from California took place three months before the final State University Dominguez Hills in 1986. collapse of communism in Czechoslova- Courtesy of Habib Kheradyar “The experience at CSUDH signifies a kia, now the Czech Republic. CUT turning point in my life,” says Zamani, 55. In 1995, Zamani established his Los “It is when I became serious about pursu- Angeles gallery, PØST, at a time when ing a career in art.” many of the city’s art venues had closed. It He credits Professor of Art Gilah was instantly recognized by the art world. Hirsch as being a valuable guide. She The space, which functions more as a support system,” says Zamani. “One that paid positions are not available; however, taught him to take an intuitive approach project than a typical gallery since its re- is organic and innovative [and] open to the project does offer internship and volun- toward his art and motivated him to com- opening in 2009, is located downtown and change.” teer opportunities. plete graduate school. has hosted more than 400 exhibitions. Since Zamani no longer takes a per- For more information, visit hkzamani. After finishing his master’s at Clare- “PØST continues to be a subversive centage of sales made by artists at PØST, net and postlosangeles.org. CSULB SUMMER SESSIONS Passport to Leadership than June 27. Fees are due 48 hours af- class slated May 8 ter enrollment. All enrollment takes place 2014 Passport to Leadership: Action Con- through MYCSUDH. For more informa- tinuum/Stereotypes informational class tion, call Extended Education at (310) will be held 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. May 243-3741. 8. For more information, contact Asucena No formal admission to Earn units toward Enroll on a Cervantes at (310) 243-2081. EOP’s graduation CSULB required your degree “space available” basis celebration May 15 Take some time to relax Encounter to Excellence’s graduation during finals celebration ceremony will be held 6 to 8 Two 6 - Week Sessions Relax, study, recharge and have fun p.m. May 15 in the Loker Student Union during the Stress Breaks 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ballroom. May 27–July 3 (S1S) today and tomorrow outside of the Loker Student Union. The Stress Break includes Bookstore buying back July 7–August 15 (S3S) a craft corner with games, massages and books through May 17 a power nap station, access to quiet study Get instant cash back for your books rooms, free study kits and refreshments. 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. May 12 to 16 and One 12 - Week Session 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 17 in the University May 27–August 15 (SSD) Exhibit features Bookstore in the Loker Student Union. For students’ trip Cuba more information, visit www.csudh.bkstr. More than 75 Online The Cuba Photo Exhibit featuring a com. summer trip by CSUDH students runs Summer Classes through May 15 in the University Library Passport to Leadership South, room 1940. meeting slated A Passport to Leadership meeting will Register Now! Assemblage of voice to take be held 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. May 8 in over theatre the Loker Student Union room MR 130. The Dominguez Hills chamber singers Call: (800) 963–2250 ext. 60001 for more information. and the Chancel Choir from Riviera Meth- Career Center to host / odist Church will perform Carmina Bura- etiquette workshop www.ccpe.csulb.edu summer na, an ensemble of more than 60 voices, at A Business Etiquette Workshop will be email: [email protected] 8 p.m. May 10 in the University Theatre. held on campus 3 to 4 p.m. June 18 in the Admission is $5 at the door. For more in- Career Center in Welch Hall room D360. FIND US ON FOLLOW US formation, call (310) 243-3543. To sign up, visit csudh.edu/CareerCenter. FACEBOOK ON TWITTER
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English student’s dreams are reaffirmed in the wake of a tragedy.
By Necole Jones • Staff Writer
ducation has always been impor- for that,” says Curtiss. “It doesn’t mat- tant to Kieana Curtiss and the ter what anyone says, whether it’s a motivation to finish has always preacher, friend or therapist. There are Courtesy of Kieana Curtiss Ebeen there, but a recent tragedy no words that can really help you get Student Kieana Curtiss is putting her son—and her caused her to almost drop everything over that.” education—first. that she’d worked so hard to attain. Curtiss even considered giving up Last October, Curtiss’ husband was the one thing she had been fighting for time to cook and resorting to fast food elementary school. murdered, leaving her and their young since age 19 — an education. She felt for dinner. She’s often tired, having “Being in that environment helps son behind. like she wasn’t strong enough to con- to balance the hardships of being a me every day, because it’s something Curtiss and her husband were sep- tinue and considered dropping out. mother and full-time student. I enjoy doing,” says Curtiss. “I want to arated at the time, but she would drive “I feel like being in school takes a “I (at times) didn’t have a car, and feel that every day.” their son to spend weekends with his real mental focus to get through it the there were times when I walked maybe Curtiss says she doesn’t know what father in Vegas. Two weeks before he right way, and I just feel like I didn’t over 10 miles to campus,” says Curtiss. her future looks like, and finds it hard to passed, Curtiss had a strange feeling. have that anymore,” says Curtiss. “I felt “It took me two hours to get home.” picture. “I didn’t know if I was missing him like at this time my son really needed She did that every day for four “I want to say it looks great and I or what,” says Curtiss, 27, an English me and I should for him, and myself, months. Her husband was the only one know what I want to do. I’m going to major at California State University not continue and take a year off. I lost working, so there were financial strug- graduate,” says Curtiss. “I know all of Dominguez Hills. “But I remember my son’s father, but I still had a son to gles as well. Despite every obstacle, those things because the path that I’m when it was time to pick my son up, I raise.” she still saw the silver lining. on. But it’s hard to say what it’s going couldn’t do it. I didn’t want to feel what With encouraging words and sup- “I kept thinking about my son’s to look like for me because it hasn’t I was feeling the whole weekend so I port from family, she decided to keep future and my future and I feel like I even been a year since he’s been gone had my mom go get him.” going. was serving something greater than and I just think about my son.” That day she dropped off her son “It helped me get my mind off of it a myself,” says Curtiss. “I had the moti- Her son turned 7 a little over a was the last time she saw her husband little bit,” says Curtiss. vation to do it. I had the strength to get month ago, and she thinks about what alive. It wasn’t the first time she pushed up every day and do it. I knew it wasn’t type of mother she’ll be to him, or how “I kind of figured maybe that was through a desire to drop out. going to last forever.” he’ll grow up without his father. what I was feeling inside,” she says. “I felt like a lot of times, even before Shortly after her husband’s death, “A part of me is afraid of the future,” “Maybe my spirit knew that I wasn’t go- his dad passed, that school kind of Curtiss got a teaching assistant posi- says Curtiss. “But all I can do is live ing to see him again.” gets in the way of my mothering, in a tion that she’d applied to a few weeks day by day and make the best deci- She still struggles with the murder. sense,” says Curtiss. before his death. She works with kin- sions I can and hopefully they’ll result “I don’t think anything prepares you She admits to not having enough dergartners and first graders at a local in a really good future.”
Where advancing your RN to BSN degree meets “I work long hours at the hospital.”
Making Music
CSUDH student aims to change the music industry with Christian rap.
By Sonnoya Meloncon • Staff Writer
Spanish. Christian. Hip-hop. Artist Narez and his crew feel that the Carlos Narez is hoping to break down urban genre is aimed at money, sex and barriers with his music by combining drugs. They say it is time for a change. all three. “I think there is less need for expo- Narez, a 22-year-old digital media sure and details of things that make art major at California State University this world a bad place and more need Dominguez Hills, has a passion for music of a positive message that does not and performance. With his rapping crew contaminate minds,” says Narez. Immortal Message, Narez is spreading When Narez is not performing, the word of Jesus Christ through music. he’s at his church rapping for special The group consists of four members who occasions. met through Facebook. Narez also works at Hosanna © 2013 National University NU14_328 National © 2013 Narez has been rapping since he Broadcasting Network in the digital was 15. He likes the idea that he can media department. • Fully accredited minister through music. “I feel blessed because I’m still • One-course-per-month format “Being able to express myself and studying but I have begun working • On-campus and online programs speak a message that can change toward my future career,” says Narez. • A non-profit, private university someone’s life is what moves me to Narez is planning to graduate next ™ Learn more at discover.nu.edu Where quality meets flexibility do this,” says Narez. spring and hopes to become a music Immortal Message has been per- video producer. As for his music, Na- forming since 2012. They have played rez says he wants to send a “positive Los Angeles Campus 5245 Pacific Concourse Drive (310) 662-2000 all over Southern California at various message rather than a catchy beat venues. and a bunch of nonsense.” page 8 FEATURES MAY 7, 2014 In Motion—Pictures
Keith Flowers sells his screenplay to an independent filmmaker in New York. Filming is expected to begin by fall.
By Vanessa Lopez • Staff Writer
rowing up, friends told Keith “I sent out email after email and was Flowers he’d be a great per- told many times to send my script,” said former. But he had no interest Keith. “I found that I wasn’t hearing back in the entertainment biz. because they thought I was an ama- A theatre class at El Camino Com- teur and I wasn’t taken seriously until I Gmunity College changed that. registered a synopsis of my screenplay After two weeks in the class, the to the guild.” instructor encouraged him to start audi- The screenplay is titled “The Do- tioning for parts. His first audition was Over.” He wrote the first 30 pages as for a play at the Edgemar Center for the an assignment last fall for Professor Ed Arts in Santa Monica. He got the part. Whetmore’s screenwriting class here on Keith continued to audition. Then campus. That led to a completed 106- he started working on student films for page screenplay, which took him two USC. After a while he decided to take months to write. matters into his own hands. Keith hit the IMDB message boards, “I was working on my auditions and finding the independent filmmaker Ru- wasn’t really getting anywhere with it, so ben Rhodes. Two months after complet- that’s when I figured I’ll just try and write ing the script, Skyframe Pictures in New my own movie,” says Keith. “If I wrote York bought it. my own movie I can get it filmed and “The Do-Over” is a comedy that Keith then use that footage to shop around.” describes as “Bruce Almighty” meets Courtesy of Pauline Welcome He registered a synopsis of his “Groundhog Day.” It’s about a guy who screenplay with the Writers Guild of Student Keith Flowers is an aspiring screenwriter who has America. See FLOWERS: page 18 already soid one screenplay.
Overcoming Obstacles
Thanks to some very important family members, Rich Kemp plans to graduate next year with a bright future ahead.
By Brittany Roderick • Staff Writer
ich Kemp could be considered knew of a great fit for him and would one of the luckier students help him get into the best school she at California State University knew: California State University Domin- R Dominguez Hills. Growing up in guez Hills, where she teaches business Mission Viejo, he had a great life. Rich’s classes. family was always involved and by his His aunt, Elvira Teller, helped him ap- side. His grades were average through- ply to Dominguez Hills. She told Rich, “I out high school and his athletic ability know this is cliché but it’s really true: Hard was phenomenal. work really does pay off and from this After high school, he wanted to play school you will be shown that in the end.” baseball, but he did not want to go to Rich enrolled. college. “Thanks to my aunt I joined the So he did drugs all summer instead. American Marketing Association where I Then his parents stepped in and told received so much positive feedback from him that education is really the only thing the business field I had joined,” Rich that is going to take him anywhere. So, says. “I found people that had the same he enrolled in a community college and interest as I did, and I could have a con- played on their baseball team, which nection I never thought was possible in led to a scholarship at California State college.” University East Bay. Rich is now interning with the LA After a year and a half at that school, Galaxy, and that fulfills his passion for he received horrific news: His father had sports. committed suicide. “Choosing to come to Dominguez “This completely changed my life. was the best choice because I got the It was absolutely out of the blue and academic attention and instruction that I unexpected,” Rich says. “He messaged felt was not possible on another cam- me right before and said, ‘You’re a great pus,” Rich says. “It is all in what you player and son. Good luck with baseball.’” make of the small gifts you receive.” Rich dropped out of school and spi- Rich never thought he would be Brittany Roderick / CSUDH Bulletin raled out of control for the next year. graduating in 2015. The only downside, Without a push from his aunt, a CSUDH instructor, Rich His aunt stepped in and took Rich he says, is that he’ll be doing it without Kemp doesn’t know where he’d be today. under her wing. She told him that she his best friend by his side, his father. MAY 7, 2014 FEATURES page 9 Back to the Books
Virginia Robertson has found the support she needed through the Older Adult Center.
By Sonnoya Meloncon • Staff Writer
Virginia Robertson has worked vari- she could relate to. ous jobs in the medical field most of her “I get to meet other adults that are my life, but just having a good job was not age,” says Robertson. enough. This is why at the age of 60 she The OAC is a support system for stu- is still hitting the books. dents who are 49 and older. The center “I did not want to be a jack of all offers information on fee waivers, coun- trades and a master of none,” said Rob- seling, guidance and help with computers ertson, a human services major. and academic and social support. Robertson always took courses that For Robertson, it is a stepping-stone related to the jobs she worked. For many in helping her reach her goals. years she followed the same pattern of “Meeting others my age inspires me just taking one or two classes. But one and gives me hope to know that I can day, after completing a computer class succeed,” says Robertson. “All my life and a Spanish class, she decided she I have had a job, but I want to feel that no longer just wanted to have basic sense of accomplishment.” skills that would get her by. She wanted Robertson wili be the first person in a degree to show for her hard work and her family to graduate from college. She accomplishments. plans to complete her bachelor’s degree In spring 2004 Robertson began in human services with a minor in psy- her journey at Long Beach City Col- chology next spring. lege. There she received her associate’s The OAC has helped Robertson feel degree in human services and another comfortable with her decision to return to degree in alcohol and drug counseling. school. She decided to continue her educa- “I always go to the OAC, I would feel tion and enrolled at California State Uni- lost without it,” says Robertson. “For me it versity Dominguez in the fall of 2011 at is the most comfortable environment. The Sonnoya Meloncon / CSUDH Bulletin the age of 58. A friend referred Robertson OAC allowed me the opportunity to meet to the Older Adult Center so she could other adults, share my feelings and build Student Virginia Robertson will be the first in her family to build relationships with others on campus life-long friendships.” graduate from college. AwardWinner
Former student David Perez continues a successful career in broadcast journalism, most recently earning a coveted news association award.
By Jonathan Ramirez • Staff Writer
Alumnus David Perez has won a work. It was frustrating.” Golden Mike Award from the Radio Televi- Perez was good at writing so he sion News Association. decided to take journalism classes at Rio Hondo College in Whittier. “I didn’t expect it,” says Perez. “It was Courtesy of David Perez a cool moment for me, but it was time to “No one was there to help me at Rio go back to work. No slacking.” Hondo,” says Perez. “I thought I would David Perez says it was difficult working full time and The Golden Mike Awards are Southern have a community to help me. Nope.” going to school full time, but his dedication paid off. California’s most prestigious and coveted Nonetheless, he became co-editor for prize, promoting excellence in broadcast the college’s newspaper. journalism. After two years, he transferred to Producer at KFI AM 640. land a marketing position since he has a It wasn’t an easy ladder to climb for CSUDH to earn a public relations degree. “I was one of the few workers that was public relations degree. Perez. “Dominguez Hills was easily man- tech savvy,” says Perez. “I knew how to The Golden Mike Award will no doubt “I wanted to get into the music indus- ageable at first,” says Perez. “That all do news and run social media. So I gladly help him achieve that. try,” says Perez, 30. “It was 2005 and I changed when I got a job as a news editor accepted the position.” Perez received the award for “facilitat- didn’t want to get a degree yet. I applied at another radio station, KFI AM 640.” Perez says that it wasn’t easy juggling ing true and unassuming media coverage for an internship at recording school Perez said he was scared out of his eight hours a day at KFI AM 640 and being of important news events,” he said. instead.” mind. a full-time student at CSUDH. He credits KFI AM 640 with keeping From the internship, he landed a job “I crushed the news test, but I had “(Communications) professor Chris him accountable on live, local and break- at 93.1 Jack FM as a promotions assis- daily panic attacks in there because I Russo helped me out so much,” says ing news. tant. He worked there three years, until he had to be on top of the news 24/7,” says Perez. “He understood my difficulties and “Hard work pays off,” says Perez. “I decided to return to school in 2008 to get Perez. always gave me the best route on how to wanted to give up on getting a degree, his college degree. He was in the newsroom for two handle situations. I’d do anything for him.” especially at Rio Hondo College. If I did, “I went back to school as a ‘refresher,’” years until he moved to his current Perez graduated in 2012. He wants to I wouldn’t have gotten that Golden Mike says Perez. “I couldn’t do basic math at position as the News Online Content stay in the music industry and eventually Award.” page 10 MAY 7, 2014 Just Like EVERYONE Else Well, that is if you like anime and bringing characters to life.
By Chiniqua McDonald • Staff Writer
s the first person to make it to She spends about $50 on each college in her immediate fam- outfit and usually designs two outfits ily, Victoria Grimes decided a year. She purchases fabric from the Aearly on to make the best of Fashion District in downtown LA. her experience. She found friends with The amount of time she spends similar interests and became a member ranges from one day to two weeks, de- of the Anime Club on campus. pending on which outfit she’s making. For once she didn’t have to hide “You pick an outfit you want to cre- Courtesy of Victoria Grimes what she enjoyed. ate, look up reference pictures, buy Anime are hand-drawn or computer- fabric according to what you have to Studio art major Victoria Grimes (far left) enjoys cosplay animated Japanese productions. Co- make,” said Grimes. “Then you get at anime conventions. splay, short for costume play, is picking started.” one of these characters and bringing Grimes loves anime for the story them to life by wearing costumes and lines, art and characters. Network and I would sit and watch both admire beauty and elegance. accessories. “Overall, it’s easier for me to find every time,” said Grimes. “I still didn’t While some can’t understand her Grimes is into both. something relatable to characters in an know it was anime, not until I started to fondness for anime, Grimes doesn’t let A studio art major, Grimes spends a anime, than in, say, a regular TV show,” look up the series I was watching.” that stop her from watching some of lot of time designing costumes to wear said Grimes. “Having the one person in Her favorite male anime character her favorite shows. to anime conventions in Los Angeles. a crowd recognize the character, and is Monkey D. Luffy from “One Piece.” “I don’t hide the fact that I watch “I love the challenge of each new the happiness on their face when they Her favorite female is Nico Robin from anime,” said Grimes. “When I was in outfit I make,” said Grimes, 24. “Having see a character. I think that’s one of my the same series. When it comes to high school, I did. The people around to make new patterns and being able favorite parts.” anime soundtrack, it’s a tie between me weren’t accepting of anime so I to put them together and come out with Grimes got interested in anime Cowboy Bebop, which is jazz and kept it to myself. Once I got into college a whole get-up, I guess, bringing to life while watching programs like Poke- blues, and Samurai Champloo, which that stopped. Especially since I joined characters that I love. Dressing up in mon, Card Captors, Yu-Gi- Oh! and is hip-hop. the Anime Club here. It’s really thanks their outfits and sometimes acting in Sailor Moon when she was a child. Grimes said she’s most like Ev- to them, that I can be as open with who character—it’s fun.” “Toonami had a line-up on Cartoon ergreen from Fairy Tail because they I really am.”
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A deaf teacher in high school inspired CSUDH student Nichole Cheree’ to pursue a degree Communicating in deaf studies. Differently
For Nichole Cheree’, it’s not about how much time it takes, but that you reach your goal that counts.
By Ryan Thompson • Staff Writer
ard of hearing is an audio deficiency, not a cates differently, does not make them unequal.” most comfortable. learning deficiency. Nichole saw how this teacher did not rely on oth- Nichole now works with deaf students at Mira Nichole Cheree’ firmly believes this. ers due to her limitations. Costa High School in Manhattan Beach. There she HNichole communicates through sign language, only “This showed me you can’t make any excuses in is a personal translator, working with a group of stu- she’s not deaf. life. Play your cards you’re dealt,” says Nichole. dents unable to hear. Nichole attends classes along Nichole discovered her interest in this form of Nichole eventually faced her own life challenges. side them, relaying whatever the teacher is saying communicating in a sign language class at Granada She got pregnant at an early age and dropped out word for word by signing. Hills High School 12 years ago. Of all the teachers of college. It took her a few years, but she got back Nichole, who went through her undergrad stud- she came across, the one who could only communi- on track. About four years ago, Nichole began to ies at Cal State University Northridge, says younger cate through sign language made the most impact. pursue a career working with people with audio people going through college should develop a pas- “I was in awe with the teacher despite her limita- hearing deficiencies. sion in whatever profession they choose so they can tions,” says Nichole, 29, a deaf studies major at Cal “I decided to pursue my passion in communicat- enjoy their job for the rest of their life. State University Dominguez Hills. ing with deaf people,” says Nichole. “So many kids For Nichole, that’s making learning easier for But not all of her fellow students felt the same I knew growing up would make jokes about those those who find it difficult to comprehend through the way. type of people. But not me; I always felt drawn to audio hearing barrier. “Some of my friends would try and urge me to people that communicated through sign.” “Sometimes I feel I was supposed to be hard of make fun of her condition, but not once did I fold,” A decade after she met a deaf person for the hearing myself,” says Nichole. “I find myself signing says Nichole. “Just because someone communi- first time, she decided to go back where she has felt even when there is no need to.”
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By Chad Arias • Staff Writer
f there’s a “fee-hike point man” for has had a passion for social justice and Students for Quality Education, it’s the the fair treatment of fellow students. group’s vice president, Robert DeWitz. At El Camino City College, DeWitz DeWitz is responsible for amassing helped create a Social Justice Center. He more than a thousand signatures on the says it isn’t enough to just identify social Ipetition against the Student Success Fee. issues; people need to step up to the “I would say that 1,600 signatures is plate and take action. significant considering that it’s 14 percent “I’ve always had a strong desire to of the student population and that only examine myself, my surroundings and 1,400 students voted in ASI elections this society, accompanied by a need to know year,” says DeWitz, a psychology major. why things are the way they are,” says “Not to mention that we do not have the DeWitz. “To understand the roots of level of accessibility to the student popula- people’s struggles and identify ways in tion compared to ASI, which can email which we can transform ourselves, our every single CSUDH student about their communities and our society to create a elections.” more humanistic world.” Courtesy of Robert DeWitz DeWitz administrates the SQE Last year DeWitz transferred to Psychology major Robert DeWitz is one of the forces Facebook page, which is a major chan- CSUDH and joined SQE. He was drawn behind SQE and will not stop fighting the proposed nel in getting information about the fee to SQE because of its “Four Year Tuition Student Success Fee. to students. Memes about the negative Freeze Plan,” that ensured students aspects of the fee are a popular way to would not see fee hikes. the “real world.” empower young people psychologically, get through to students. DeWitz wishes to further his educa- “I plan to continue to establish/ inter-personally and socio-politically,” Throughout his college career, DeWitz tion and go on to pursue social justice in develop educational programs which DeWitz says. That’s the Ticket
She may not be able to play soccer, but former Toro Amie Thornton can sell LA Galaxy’s season tickets.
By Brittany Roderick • Staff Writer
Soccer was not just in Amie So when it came time to transfer Thornton’s blood; it was in her family from El Camino College to a four-year background. college, California State University Her passion for the game came Dominguez Hills it was. from her father, a former semi-pro “The choice I made to transfer to player for the San Pedro Yugoslavs CSUDH was not only due to the fact and the Santa Monica Thistles. Her that my brother went here and had eldest brother is a California State a great experience, but to the fact University Dominguez Hills soccer that the StubHub Center/LA Galaxy alumnus. Amie even attended the seemed to have a strong relationship Women’s World Cup of soccer in with Dominguez Hills,” says Amie, 26. 1999. She wanted to major in sports But she was unable to participate marketing and hospitality. But most in her favorite sport because she de- of her credits were accepted under veloped diabetes at a young age. Theater Arts. Despite her major, she “I knew I was different,” says still wanted a career in the sports Brittany Roderick / CSUDH Bulletin Amie. “But I was not going to let that industry. Cut. get in the way of my true passion for See GALAXY: page 18 sports.”
GÓMEZ: from page 1
tage over his colleagues in future jobs. The more other cultures became interest- bilingual education here at CSUDH and Currently he is working on a sympo- Next he landed in Northern Ireland. ed about his culture the more he became another in Spanish at Cal State University sium on Don Quixote. “At first I was scared, but then I lost interested. Long Beach. He was so into his career He hopes that through his teaching he the fear,” says Gómez. “Once I got a taste “I only became interested in Spain that he then pursued his Ph.D. in Spanish inspires students and helps them define of abroad I wanted more. once I went abroad,” he said. “It helped at UCLA. who they are. “I was interested in other cultures; I me define myself.” Gómez’s passion for his culture and “The most rewarding thing for me as a loved Russian and French literature,” says He eventually moved to Los Ange- the Spanish language has led him to put professor is being able to see my students Gómez. “I didn’t like Spanish literature. I les to teach. His plan was to stay in the together eight international conferences go for Ph.Ds,” says Gómez, who’s been wasn’t interested in my Spanish culture United States for some time then go to on Hispanic Literature at CSUDH. One teaching at Dominguez Hills for 14 years at all.” Australia, then Northern Africa and maybe of his most recognized symposiums was now. “My advice for students is don’t just Going from zero interest in his own back to Spain. The International Symposium of Hispanic major in something because you’re going culture to teaching abroad actually made However, he fell in love, married and Literature homage to Mexican writer to find a job. Do something that you’re him more interested in his background. stayed in California, getting a master’s in Elena Poniatowska last March. going to enjoy.” MAY 7, 2014 FEATURES page 13 Studying International Relations Life on the other side of the pond has been more educational than Megan Impey expected.
By Ebony Williams • Staff Writer
n less than a year after arriving from because people found it hard to under- overseas, Megan Impey has joined a stand me,” Impey says. progressive soul band and hosted a Another challenge was the diversity radio show. in Los Angeles. Impey moved from London to attend “In the United Kingdom we em- ICalifornia State University Dominguez brace the diverse culture more than Hills as an exchange student through here,” says Impey. “I have never been the Study Abroad Program. referred to as a white person until I got The 21-year-old audio recording to the U.S.” and music technology student has been To bridge the color gap she joined taking classes here since last fall. She a band called The Black Noise. had the opportunity to attend four other “My roommate wanted to start a universities, but her choice was CSUDH. music group. I thought it was great With the help of International Ex- idea to join,” Impey says. change Program representatives, Impey The band plays on weekends at says her decision to pick Dominguez venues such as The Roxy in Hol- Hills was easy. lywood and Nola’s in Downtown L.A. “International Education Center She plays bass, and they’ve made helped me by arranging opportunities for a music video called Any Less. She me to meet the other exchange students hopes to get a record deal some day. and were able to show me around the Impey also has a time slot on the campus when I arrived,” Impey says. campus radio station called The Wag- Impey says she has enjoyed her wan Megwan Show. (It’s a nickname audio recording program classes. from her mom.) Her show plays UK “It’s a very hands-on course and it’s music. been good to be taught by some very “The radio show has helped me established and credible people in the gain followers and fans for my music industry,” Impey says. group,” says Impey, who also plays Coming to America, Impey faced saxophone, clarinet and piano. many challenges. Her accent was one Impey says she will return to Eng- Courtesy of Megan Impey of them. land after she completes the program “I had to slow down when I spoke to continue with her music career. Student Megan Impey wants to pursue a career in music.
From Humble Beginnings…. By Ashley Washington • Staff Writer
Timothy Mays wants to help improve education and how it is n the world of poetry, Timothy Mays in my hand,” Mays says. “I always is on top of his game. equated that to them wanting me to taught in inner-city communities. Until then, He is often paid to perform his do something different.” he’s got a master’s to earn. Iown stuff at venues throughout the At 17, Mays left the Bay Area to Los Angeles area. He’s traveled the attend CSU Northridge. He tried to states to compete against Ivy League find a job but couldn’t. He ended up schools. He was even paid to per- dropping out of school and becoming form at local high schools in his home homeless. Mays eventually moved town. back home and enrolled at a commu- This month, Mays will walk the nity college. stage and graduate from CSU Domin- As luck would have it, he was guez Hills. asked to join San Diego State’s base- Mays was born in Oakland and ball team. raised in the Bay Area in what he His luck turned again when he was describes as “lower-class living.” Both diagnosed with acute bronchitis. This parents sold and used drugs. Al- forced him to leave the team, and the though his neighborhood was not the school. best, his neighbors encouraged him to “I had to find a school to take me do better. in in a matter of two to three months,” “My environment made me sharp said Mays. and pay attention,” says Mays, 26, a That’s when he applied to CSUDH. sociology major. “Growing up my dad This semester he’ll graduate. Then and my cousins were all drug deal- he’s off to Loyola University in Chi- ers. So when I would walk around the cago to pursue a master’s in higher neighborhood and go to school, they education and student affairs. would see me and say, ‘Little T, I see “My overall goal is to help improve you coming from school. Stay in those education and how it is taught in books.’ ” inner-city communities,” said Mays. “I
Courtesy of Timothy Mays Neighbors noted his baseball skills plan on getting my master’s degree and told him to stick with it. Timothy Mays is planning to pursue a master’s degree. “They would put a couple dollars See MAYS: page 19 page 14 ENTERTAINMENT MAY 7, 2014
RESTAURANT Review By Jillian Allen • Staff Writer Move Over Chipotle
At El Burro, you can expect more but pay less than its competition.
Sick of eating on campus and have a taste for good Mexican food? El Burro I just may have the solution for you. 17401 Avalon Blvd. El Burro is similar to the popular Carson, CA 90746 chain restaurant Chipotle. However, El www.elburro.com Burro has one thing Chipotle doesn’t: HOURS: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 proximity to Dominguez Hills. a.m. to midnight Friday; 11 a.m. The first thing I noticed on a recent to 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday visit was the health inspection grade, MENU: $2 to $8 which is an A. Next I noticed how similar it was to Chipotle. I like Chipotle so I Karen Mossiah / CSUDH Bulletin thought this was a good sign. and customers are actually quietly en- TK KAREN The menu included the same op- joying their food. tions for burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, The service was professional and salad and chips. The layout of the rice, prompt. I was immediately welcomed beans, meat, lettuce, cheese and dips inside and asked if I wanted to start off were the same, too. In fact, I was blown with drinks or food. I witnessed servers size is ridiculously small and the desire ever had. It had the texture of whipped away by the strong similarities. wash their hands before, during and af- for more costs more. cream. However, I did notice a significant ter each customer and clean right after In fact, the servings at El Burro were Halfway through my meal, I was too difference—the price. each guest left their table. so generous I thought my bill was defi- full to finish. This meant leftovers I could Don’t get too excited but there is I ordered a chicken bowl ($6) and to nitely going to be greater than the price. enjoy later. My food was packaged for about a dollar difference between ev- unwind I had a Modelo ($3). The food was spectacular. The me and I was given extra chips and erything on both menus. But a dollar’s El Burro has a great beer selection lettuce was fresh and crisp and the salsa. The chips are not as good as a dollar. that also includes Coronas and Heinek- chicken had been seasoned well— Chipotle but they were free and given in I can also say that there is a differ- ens. tangy and salty and not too spicy. I was abundance. ence in the atmosphere. It is calming I was also happy that the place is also impressed by how moist the meat I recommend El Burro to anyone and somewhat therapeutic. There is not stingy with its portions. We’ve all was. wanting to switch up from the food on mellow music playing in the background been in restaurants where the serving The guacamole was the best I’ve campus.
Top 10 things to do this summer
These activities are sure to make for an unforgettable summer of fun.
By Prescilla Sanchez • Staff Writer
The end of the school year is near and your camera phone, in case you Downtown L.A. is a small street filled 5. Whether you’re a Dodgers or and summer is quickly approaching. happen to spot a celebrity hiking and with delicious Mexican food vendors. Angels fan, good ol’ baseball is sure to Although spending your entire summer want to ask for a picture. Runyon Can- Olvera Street is like walking through get you in a good mood. Dodger Stadium at the beach or Disneyland sounds fun, yon Park is also pet friendly. Franklin a Mexican grandmother’s home; you gives out gifts like fleece blankets, Yasiel let’s face it, how many times can you and Fuller avenues, Los Angeles; (213) never know what souvenirs you’ll find. Puig bobble heads and Hello Kitty coffee wait in line to ride the Matterhorn? 485-5572. Admission is free to the public, but mugs on special days. Depending on the The beauty of living here in Southern 2. You enjoy the sight of water, but store-to-store hours vary from 10 a.m. day of the event, ticket prices are as low California is that there’s always so much don’t want to get wet. Then set sail on to 8 p.m. 125 Paseo de la Plaza, Los as $15. For giveaways and ticket prices, to do. Whether you love water sports, a paddleboat at Echo Park Lake. Enjoy Angeles. go to www.losangeles.dodgers.mlb.com. nature or the indoors, this top 10 list has lotus beds and a city landscape in the 4. The first thing people think when 6. When your parents, friends or you covered. backdrop while you paddle around they hear the word “museum” is bore- in-laws visit you can keep them enter- 1. If you love to stay fit but hate the the lake. Rent a paddleboat, canoe or dom. But the USS IOWA isn’t just any tained by attending a live taping of a gym, head over to Runyon Canyon Park. gondola for a more intimate ride. Times museum; it’s an actual ship. General talk show, game show or sitcom like While you’re there stop to admire the vary from a half hour to an hour. Cost is admission is $18 and children (ages “Two and Half Men” or “2 Broke Girls” at famous Hollywood sign and Griffith Ob- $10 for adults, $5 for children (minimum 6-17) get in for $10. Save $2 when you Warner Brothers Studios in Burbank. To servatory. Three hiking trails vary from age 2), or reserve a gondola for $75. purchase tickets online at www.pacific- get tickets and reserve your seat, go to a walk in the park to something out of a 751 North Echo Park Ave., Los Angeles; battleship.com. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.tvtickets.com. PX90 workout video. Make sure to wear (213) 481-8577. daily. 250 S. Harbor Boulevard, San 7. The Huntington Library in San comfortable shoes and pack sunscreen 3. In one of the oldest parts of Pedro; (877) 446-9261. See SUMMER: page 15 MAY 7, 2014 ENTERTAINMENT page 15
MUSIC Review By Leslie Orantes • Staff Writer ‘Honest’ Sale of Sex, Drugs & Alcohol
Hip-hop and R&B artists cal tone and perspective: “So I can breathe with you Future’s songs disrespects women he the thoughtful / I want to live my dream with you / You categorizes as hoes, sluts and bitches. use specific lyrics that lyrics. I thought say that money don’t matter it’s times I assumed that “My Momma” was could be demeaning or the song would and the memories.” dedicated to all the mothers out there resemble the But Kanye’s lyrics are more material- for being strong, independent women dignifying album. That istic: “Timberlands by Manolo now / I put who provided for their children’s needs. wasn’t the that glacier on your little hand.” However, Future’s track constantly case. Future doesn’t just sing about love. repeated, “My momma ain’t raised no I disliked the album as a a whole On his track “I Be U,” he touches on ho.” The track has a catchy chorus with Recording artist Nayvadius Cash because of the verbiage against physical loss: “I’m quiet, you quiet, we a demeaning message. “Future” has dominated the charts since women. Did he forget his mother is a sitting here, we looking in silence.” It’s a “Move That Dope,” featuring Phar- his song “Honest” was released about woman? I don’t think he would like it if beautiful vibe-out sort of song, one built rell and Pusha T, contains explicit lan- seven months ago. someone disrespected his mother by entirely out of empathy, out of seeing guage referencing the ghetto, drugs and The actual album “Honest,” execu- calling her these nasty names. yourself in the person that you love. It’s dirty money: “Young enough to still sell tive produced by Mike Will, recently Also, the auto-tune, a robotic-like vulnerable to the point of neediness. dope, but old enough that I knows better dropped. The mix tape features some audio processor that alters vocal pitch, In “Blood, Sweat, Tears,” paranoia when they saying it’s 42 for that white of the hottest artists in the hip-hop and makes it difficult to decipher many of the and mistrust rein: “Don’t none of these powder / I knows better.” R&B industry: Pharrell, Pusha T, Wiz lyrics. bad bitches sleep with you / Ain’t no real I would highly recommend to just Khalifa, Kanye West, Drake and Andre “I Won,” Future’s collaboration with nigga gonna eat with you / Everybody purchase certain songs rather than 3000. Kanye, toasts the sweetness of arm want a dollar, everybody want a check.” the whole album. The drug and sexual The title track “Honest” became my candy. Future’s verse shows his sweet “Honest” shows Future can hold references makes the album unsuitable favorite song because of its soft, musi- and romantic side, at least from his his own in the rap industry. However, for children under 18.
MOVIE Review By Necole Jones • Staff Writer ‘The Other Woman’ takes a predictable stance on affairs
Revenge comedy a little lacking on revenge… and comedy.
Imagine finding out your boyfriend Somehow, Amber joins the weird duo about Amber. Finally, when the film should the two other women and it showed. She has a wife and becoming best friends and they become an even weirder three- have been taken up a notch, it continues didn’t want to be bothered with the situa- with her. Can’t see it? Well, that is ex- some of scorned women who decide to to run on a plateau and the predictability tion, but couldn’t help but get roped into actly what happens in Nick Cassavetes’ take revenge on the man responsible for ensues (laxatives in the wine and a large it all. “The Other Woman.” their meeting in the vein of the 2006 film dose of hormones in the morning smooth- The movie also fails to supply a lot Carly (Cameron Diaz), a sexy Man- “John Tucker Must Die.” ies) and they find out that not only is the of the comedy. There were some golden hattan lawyer, finds out that the man she I was excited to see this film based guy a liar, but he’s a crook as well. moments, including every scene with has “cleared the bench” for, Mark (Niko- on the trailers. But that changed quickly. Every man who’s having affairs is the untrained overgrown Great Dane laj Coster-Waldau), is married when The movie starts out unbelievably fast, also stealing from his company, right? It’s “puppy” Thunder. And I can’t forget the she unintentionally meets his slightly with Carly and Mark about to have sex completely unoriginal. sassy one-liners from Carly’s assistant average and very clingy and talkative in a hotel room. There’s a line about tak- The acting is overly dramatic, espe- Lydia (Nicki Minaj), who added some wife, Kate (Leslie Mann), at their home ing things slow that’s quickly thrown out cially Mann’s character, Kate. She talks a much-needed snappiness. in Connecticut. the window. After a montage of scenes lot and cries a lot, or more like fake cries a Surprisingly, I did manage to get in a The women bond over tequila and of the two falling in love, Carly soon lot because when she cries, there are zero few laughs during the movie. their hate for Mark and become close finds out about his wife, and the movie tears. She even suggests to her husband I probably wouldn’t see it in theaters friends. They then find out that he’s takes a very slow turn from there. that she needs to go to “brain camp.” She again though. In fact, I think it’d make it been cheating on both of them with This revenge romantic comedy is more of the “clueless bimbo” type than better if a drinking game was paired with Amber (Kate Upton), a 22-year-old who is predictable and lacks much of the Amber. it based solely on the failed attempts of looks like she stepped right out the pag- revenge, which doesn’t happen until Diaz, however, delivers as always. revenge and comedy that this should es of a Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue. around the third act when they find out Her character was more independent of have delivered.
SUMMER: from page 14
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IN MY VIEW By Jonathan Ramirez Next Stop—Priesthood?
My family just found out and they’re Food was my only friend. I indulged to stressing out. My closest friends think I’m escape the pain. crazy. Others tell me it’s good what I’m I couldn’t tell my family because Catherine Risling Advisor planning to do. I didn’t want them to know I was one Yet, I feel like I’m throwing my college of those kids. It was difficult to accept degree down the drain. myself, and I desperately wanted to be Lori Basheda Journalist-in-residence I am a typical college student. I attend accepted by others. classes, hang out with friends and have My sophomore year of high school, drinks at the bar with the ladies. But I’ve al- I befriended a classmate who wanted to Karen Mossiah Production Coordinator ways known I’m meant for a higher calling become a Catholic priest. I thought about in life: priesthood. doing the same. Heck, I guess I kind of Throughout elementary, middle and wanted to be like him. after my first school year at El Camino high school it never occurred to me. As a We both applied to the seminary, an College, I entered the seminary. child, I was a bullied. Every day I was tor- institution for men considering Catholic I loved my time there. The prayer, Jillian Allen mented, called “Jelly Rolls” and “Kirby” priesthood, right out of high school. I was worship and community were remarkable. by the other kids on the playground. They accepted; my friend was not. I started learning more about myself. I Chad Arias also made fun of my high-pitched voice. In 2011, after much contemplation and See RAMIREZ: page 18 James Bell
IN MY VIEW By Tania Torres Bryan Burch
Degree for a student—and her dad Sandy Cabada
My father, Miguel A. Torres, would do supported me morally, mentally and aca- Whitney Crosby the impossible to see me happy and success- demically. ful. One of his goals has always been to see He was born in San Salvador, El Salva- me graduate college. Faith Egbuonu dor, the smallest country in Central America. College hasn’t been easy for me. I have Growing up, he wanted to go to college and struggled and at times I’ve felt like giving be an engineer. up. In fact, four years ago I did. I hit a wall Samuel Ewing Due to the Salvadorian civil war in and dropped out a semester. the1980s he only completed his freshman My dad threatened to kick me out of the Kelly Hawkins year. He moved to California to build a bet- house if I didn’t get back in a classroom. ter future. He probably wouldn’t have followed He got a job doing mechanical repair through with it but his message was clear. Necole Jones work, married and had three children. Not one day has gone by that my dad has He never went back to college. His focus not stressed the importance of getting a and sold his personal possessions to fund was his family. degree. my education. Vanessa Lopez I had always wondered why such an He gave me the boost I needed to get Not only is he paying for me to go to intelligent man never got a degree. back on track with my schooling. college, but also for my brother and sister. I’ve asked him several times and he When I worried about how I would pay This hasn’t been easy for him. Chiniqua McDonald says being American was a blessing, and I for my books, tuition and parking, my dad He is my rock, my hero, my heart and should take advantage of it. That was why had a plan. soul. Without him I wouldn’t be where I am he pushed education on me. He worked the graveyard shift for at today. Sonnoya Meloncon My dad has always been a positive several years at a hospital to help pay my This spring I will be graduating with a mentor to me. He also protected me and tuition. He’s also taken on extra side jobs bachelor’s degree, and in a way, so will he. Danny Nieves
Leslie Orantes IN MY VIEW By Jose Encinas Jr. • Special to the Bulletin Jonathan Ramirez Time to reconnect face to face Brittany Roderick If you are one of the many people con- mance in school or work. In addition, stantly checking your Facebook, Twitter being online for so long means that people and Instagram, then you most likely suffer are not getting any exercise, which can Prescilla Sanchez from a life-altering disorder: FOMO— lead to eye or back strain and carpel tun- Fear of Missing Out. nel syndrome. Ryan Thompson But there may still be time to save It also takes time away from family yourself because there is a cure: JOMO— and friends, causing you to miss what is Joy of Missing Out. going on with them because you are so Tania Torres If you sat down to have a conversation concerned with your online relationships. with a friend 10 years ago, you may have Trying to keep up with the rest of the looked them in the eyes and made sounds world to feed your FOMO is how people Ashley Washington with your mouth to get a message across. sabotage their relationships. In 2014, this concept is foreign to many However, unlike losing that gut gained who now have conversations with their from so much time on the couch web surf- Ebony Williams fingers and an electronic device with an ing, getting rid of FOMO is a lot easier. similar to the consequences of chemical internet connection. Simply disconnect. addictions … and can include financial These people are not in the minority; Just ask tech blogger Anil Dash, who problems, job loss and relationship break- they are in the majority. is credited with the term JOMO, accord- downs.” A recent survey conducted by MyLife. ing to an Associated Press article by So, the next time you find yourself The CSUDH Bulletin is a laboratory production com showed that 56 percent of people Leanne Italie reposted on the Huffington of Communications 355, Department feeling antsy to check your Facebook of Communications, College of Arts and suffer from FOMO when they are not on Post. Dash decided to disconnect after the status, remember this statement by Danny Humanities. Letters to the editor should be their social media accounts. The problem birth of his son and realized that he felt so Penman, author of “Mindfulness: An sent to [email protected]. Include your full with FOMO is that it affects every aspect much joy being with his son that he didn’t Eight Week Plan for Finding Peace in a name and daytime phone number. Editors of your life, ranging from school per- miss being online. Frantic World: “If you are not the one reserve the right to edit content for space and other considerations. The views expressed formance to relationships and even your Some may say they need to be online calling the shots, mobile tech can easily here do not necessarily reflect those of the health. so they can stay current and there is noth- take over your life and leave you burnt out CSU Board of Trustees, or the faculty or staff According to Larry Rosen, author of ing wrong with being involved online, but and broken.” of California State University Dominguez Hills. “iDisorder: Understanding Our Obses- one should limit their online presence to a Address: 1000 E. Victoria St., Carson, CA sion with Technology and Overcoming healthy dosage. 90747-0005 Location: Field House B-009. Contributor Jose Encinas Jr. is a com- Hours are Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 to Its Hold on Us,” being online an average In his “iDisorder” book, Rosen writes, munications major studying advertising 8 p.m. Phone: (310) 243-2313. Advertising: of 40 to 80 hours a week can cause sleep “Researchers have noted that the con- at California State University Dominguez (310) 243-2312. deprivation, which leads to poor perfor- sequences of technology addiction are Hills. MAY 7, 2014 OP / ED page 17
IN MY VIEW By Prescilla Sanchez How low can Rihanna go?
Rihanna struts around award shows and shouldn’t be given much attention. I Rihanna has made and continues to wearing revealing gowns. She isn’t em- agree. She isn’t a role model for girls and make bad decisions. The worst has to barrassed about attending basketball therefore we should’ve seen the topless be when she went back to Chris Brown games bra-less. She posts racy pictures magazine cover coming. after their highly publicized domestic to her social media accounts almost daily. By age 26, she should have grown up violence incident. She talked to Diane So posing half naked for a European a bit more and matured. She may think Sawyer on “20/20,” saying she left the magazine shouldn’t be a shocker either. her actions don’t affect her bank account relationship because she doesn’t want Some may argue that she’s a young, now, but what will she being doing at 50 single girl who is still making mistakes when she isn’t so flawless? See RIHANNA: page 18
Do you think Lamar Odom deserves another shot at the NBA?
By Leslie Orantes • Staff Writer
“Yes. He is still young “He might. Depends on “Yes, he should be- enough to recover how he recovers.” cause he was amaz- and return.” —Jandari Young, 20 ing.” —Brigett Garibay, 29 Undecided major —Claudia Colazo, 27 Political Science Liberal Studies major major
“Rumor has it Lamar “Yes. I feel like he Odom has jeopardized should get a second “Lamar Odom is his career by the use of chance as long as he incapable of being drugs. If he shows signs works for it. He’s a part of a team. He of utmost respect and versatile player that has failed two teams discipline towards his will bring a tremen- already. What if he career, he deserves a dous amount of tal- does it again?” second chance.” ent to the team.” —Marielena —Lecturer Cynthia —Edwin Recinos, 22 Amaya, 22 Villanueva Psychology majo Psychology major Modern Languages Department
“Yes, he is a well- “I believe Lamar balanced athlete. “I think he can still Odom should receive He has the skills to play at a high level. He another shot in the play at the top of would have to get back NBA. If Lindsey Lohan the NBA.” in game shape. He has receives multiple op- —Max Rosas, 23 about two to three portunities, why can’t Sociology and more years left in the Lamar?” Psychology major NBA.” —Rodolfo Ramos, 21 —Marcus Morris, 31 Criminal Justice Sociology major major
“Why shouldn’t he “Nope. He’s old and “Yes, if he quits his get a second chance washed up.” drug problems. If when he’s messing —Nick Miller, 23 not, no.” with his own life? Communications —Nathalie Romero, Basketball is part of major 20 his rehabilitation.” Biology major —Sebastian Alvarez, 24 Accounting major page 18 NEWS MAY 7, 2014
BORREGO: from page 1
She has been a greater motivator.” with her and reflecting on the great things Borrego is from Detroit. She received of Arkansas at Fayetteville, CSU Mon- Hagan said there will be a national she has done to enhance the lives of the her bachelor’s from Northwest Nazarene terey Bay and California Institute of search to fill Borrego’s position and hopes students, faculty and staff at CSU Domin- College in speech and communication. Technology. to have it filled by the end of the fall semes- guez Hills.” Later she earned her Ph.D in education Borrego came to Dominguez Hills as ter. It will be offered as an interim position. Borrego’s role on campus has been to at Claremont Graduate University. She the first vice president of Planning and En- “I’m sad for us and happy for her,” maintain and increase enrollment and re- has helped a number of universities in- rollment Management. Borrego has also said Bonds. “She will be missed but I will tention rates. She was also responsible for crease their enrollment rates. Over the taught at USC and the University of Red- always have fond memories of working diversity and marketing at DH. years she has worked at the University lands.
HOLOCAUST: from page 2 DAY OF SERVICE: from page 3 when he got out of that Nazi work camp six and took us on a train ride to the forest out- planted. Off campus at Stevenson Park the university is a trial and error,” said weeks later, he was thin. He looked great.” side of Berlin. Out of the forest came my in Carson, volunteers cleaned and Gelvezon. “Overall, it was a gratify- The audience breathed a sigh of relief, father, and he kissed my mother and all of planted trees. Volunteers went to the ing experience seeing every race come pleasantly surprised by the comic relief. us, and then he disappeared back into the Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum and together for a purpose on a Saturday This story took place before the Nazi con- trees.” helped maintain the garden area. morning. That purpose is to serve the centration camps, and as the speech wore It was now clear for Heim and his fam- Volunteers also painted a mural in community.” on, all humor left the room. ily that Germany was no longer a safe the CSUDH cafeteria for veterans and Lark James, resident assistant in Heim remembers being a schoolboy place for the Jewish people. After Kristall- right about the time the Nazi party was nacht most Jews attempted to get visas so supplied school materials and books to campus housing, was among the partici- coming into power. He was one of three they could leave Germany for good. Many children in the homeless shelter owned pants. Jewish children to attend the local school. countries allowed in a select number and by the Century Villages of Cabrillo in “I did not think we were going to “It was like one of those movies where so most were turned away. Long Beach. have so many volunteers come to hous- the action characters stand back to back so Luckily for Heim, his father had been Organizers say they are happy with ing,” said James, 22. It was really amaz- that they can fight off the villains,” said warned a year and half before that things the end result. ing to see people enthusiastic about Heim. “That’s what we used to do, stand were going to turn ugly. He had purchased “Being the first day of service at beautifying the campus.” back to back and fight for our safety.” visas to America, and so one week before Every day, as Heim set out to walk to the war broke out, Heim and his family es- school, he looked down his street to make caped. sure there were no Hitler Youth Troops “We were on one boat, and all of our EOP: from page 1 obstructing the path. The school faculty luggage was on another boat,” said Heim. grouped the Jewish children in packs of “When WWII broke out the luggage boat against all of your odds, against all of the Participating students will receive free five for protection. Eventually, Heim was wasn’t past the middle of the Atlantic struggles.’” parking passes, four tickets for family and sent home from school for good. Ocean, so it turned around and went back Organizers are expecting that more friends, sashes and a certificate of comple- This was the beginning of the end for to Hamburg. We arrived in America with than 600 EOP students will graduate this tion. Refreshments will be served afterward. the Jewish people in Germany. Kristall- literally nothing.” spring, and are anticipating that about 64 of EOP’s graduation celebration will be nacht (The Night of Broken Glass) oc- As his speech came to an end, Heim’s them will participate in the EOP graduation 6 to 8 p.m. May 14 in the Loker Student curred and Heim and his family began to wife, Gale, got up and said a couple words ceremony. Union Ballrooms. fear for their lives. Shops owned by Jews about the present-day application of his were looted and vandalized, while all Jew- Holocaust story. ish men were rounded up to be sent to con- “It won’t be long before all Holocaust centration camps. survivors have passed on,” said Gale. “It is RAMIREZ: from page 16 “For six weeks my father was gone. important that you all listen to his story and I had no idea where he was,” said Heim. make sure that no one ever forgets what also realized something that I never con- helps lead teenagers in their Christian “Then one night my mother bundled us up can happen when people hate.” sidered before: Women are beautiful. faith. I became a missionary for them Now, when a man is in the seminary, last summer. he cannot date. He remains single; that This month I will rejoin their efforts is, unless he leaves. So I did. for an entire year. GALAXY: from page 12 I had never had a girlfriend before. I’ve been at school for 16 years Within a year, I was in love. straight now. I’m only 21 and about to “I think that driving into school ev- tion as the service executive for the sea- I moved away from the priesthood graduate. Now is the time to really get ery day and seeing the amazing center son ticket holders. but never away from God. I yearned to to know who I am, before I re-commit kind of gives you motivation [like], ‘I “I am in a position I never though get back in tune with my faith life. So, myself to the priesthood. I have more am going to be there one day,” Amie I would be in,” says Amie. “I was the I joined Life Teen International, a non- learning to do, and if I’m lucky, I’ll have says. black sheep of the family because I could profit within the Catholic Church that a girlfriend or two along the way. Amie came up with a plan to make not play soccer. But look at who has a her degree fit into the sports field. 9-to-5 job in the soccer industry: me.” With the help of Donis Leonard, Amie will walk in the graduation RIHANNA: from page 17 chair of the Theater Arts and Dance De- ceremony this month. partment, Amie got an internship with “It is a proud moment when I am her fans to think that domestic violence The latest U.S. magazine to feature LA Galaxy. She sold season tickets. She able to present my school to my clients,” in OK. But then she went back to the guy. her on the cover was GQ. She was made worked hard, and it paid off. Amie says. “It is so great that these two Way to go, Rihanna. to look like Medusa and posed with Last December, after the internship entities have become associated with The girl has no shame. Most recently, snakes while also, you guessed it, top- ended, she was offered a full-time posi- each other.” she was photographed wearing a black less. lace top leaving nothing to the imagina- And we all thought she was done tion while attending a fashion show. On playing the nude card. her last album cover Rihanna also went We can all agree Rihanna makes poor ALLIANCE: from page 2 topless exposing her under-boob tattoo. choices and wears questionable outfits. Although she didn’t show any nipple, it But she does have some catchy tunes. So was approached to lead a task force fo- “We have a middle school through caused a stir. let’s listen rather than look. cused on furthering the success of men of college initiative where we hire and train color at CSUDH. CSUDH students to go to local middle “The program was started in response schools and high schools to serve as aca- FLOWERS: from page 8 to data indicating that African-American demic mentors,” said Smith. and Latino males were the less likely to There are currently more than 150 has the worst week ever and meets his came from the man himself. attend college, and had lower graduation members from CSUDH in MSA, and guardian angel in a bar. “He said to me, ‘Just do it,’” said rates than their peers,” said Smith. members of the program are mentoring Keith will get story, screenplay and Keith. “So I said to myself, ‘I’m going to The Male Success Alliance hosts sever- approximately 200 young men from local producing credits, as well as a cameo go ahead and do it.’” al activities a year. They also hold monthly middle school and high schools. in the film. He will earn 3 percent Since he has always admired the career meetings to motivate students and prepare The MSA Spring Summit is 8 a.m. to of the film’s profit. The film has not of Smith and has been compared to him his them with tools and resources that are vital 2 p.m. May 8 in the Loker Student Union been cast yet, but locations are being whole life, it was very fitting and encour- for success. Ballroom. scouted and permits are being sought. aging. They plan to start filming late summer Keith is working on another screen- or early fall. play. It’s an action and suspense movie His writing process focuses more on that involves a secret service agent who the characters than the story itself. has an affair with the First Lady, leaving Keith was born in Hollywood and at- the President wanting to kill that agent. He TO ADVERTISE IN THE NEXT ISSUE tended Manual Arts High School in Los is also saving up for the $2,700 it costs to Angeles. He works at FedEx as a deliver join the Screen Actors Guild. carrier. He encourages those who want to write The best advice he has received came to just go with it. EMAIL US : [email protected] while being an extra on the set of the Will “Don’t let anyone tell you a screenplay Smith blockbuster “Hancock.” That advice isn’t going to work,” said Keith. MAY 7, 2014 SPORTS page 19
IN MY VIEW By James Bell There’s no place for racism in sports
After a recording of the owner of the Some say Sterling has a documented responsibility for their actions or words. Los Angeles Clippers making negative history of racism so his recent comments Rich and powerful people constantly get comments toward African Americans was come as no surprise. Personally, I don’t away with many things, believing they released, Donald Sterling was banned for think his alleged history should even be a are above the law. This is a rare instance life from the NBA and fined $2.5 million. factor in this situation. Just what he said where that was not the case. I agree with this decision made by alone is enough for me to applaud the Hopefully, it won’t be the last. NBA commissioner Adam Silver. There commissioner’s decision. While the recording was likely ob- is no place for racism and bigotry in Former player Baron Davis and tained illegally, it doesn’t change the fact today’s sports world, especially coming former team executive Elgin Baylor both that his remarks were racist. from an owner of a franchise. claim they were victims of racism by The NBA will also attempt to force This goes beyond the NBA and This decision sends a very strong Sterling. Baylor filed a lawsuit against Sterling to sell the Clippers, which I beyond race. This doesn’t just affect the message that the NBA has zero tolerance Sterling for employment discrimination, believe would be the best way to punish Clippers and African American players, for racism or discrimination of any kind, but a California state jury rejected it. Sterling. True, he could make about $700 but everyone involved in the NBA. It and that issues regarding race, religion or By banning Sterling indefinitely, this million from the sale of his franchise, but doesn’t matter if you’re a player or the sexual orientation will be dealt with in a marks one of the few times where some- he should not be able to continue to make owner of a team. Everyone should be swift and very serious manner. one in a position of authority has to take money off the Clippers. held responsible for what they say.
MAYS: from page 13 and then my doctorate degree so I can af- above their environment and social class His philanthropy includes his inven- As odd as it may sound, Mays swears fect policy and change things.” norms. tion of the Love Math heart pins, worn as his inspiration comes from personal time Ultimately, Mays wants to build an “I want people to understand and a commitment to perform random acts of spent in the shower. education system that reflects its students. know I was passionate about people from kindness. “Sometimes I will mumble words or For example, high school history classes all colors and backgrounds,” says Mays. Mays wants to inspire people through say something that sounds like a cool often leave out minority accomplishments “Just mankind in general. I want people his poetry. His favorite piece is called line,” said Mays. “Then I will pray on it and in-depth history beyond a European to know Timothy Mays was a good guy, “The Zoo.” The poem is metaphor. It uses and ask God to give me the words that he perspective. This should not be the case, not a black guy. I was simply a good guy.” zoo animals to paint a picture of the re- wants me to say; and for me to not write Mays says. Mays is a resident assistant in housing, ality of black men in society. After every my poems from a space where I am be- Mays envisions a classroom of mi- member of the Organization of Africana performance he receives appraisal and ing ego-centric and feeling like I’m good norities learning about their history so Studies and captain of the poetry slam comments of individual connections to enough to write the poems. So I really that history will empower students to rise team. the poem. pray before I write all my poems.”
PHILOSOPHY: from page 3
asks fundamental questions,” said Gregor. ing philosophical work from Dominguez “What is real? What we can know? How Hills students,” said Bleu. “We hope to get we should live? Those questions are im- the necessary funds that would allow us to CSULB portant to society because they underlie continue with the journal every spring.” SUMMER SESSIONS everything that goes on in our world.” The journal will be released in black- 2014 Bleu said she hopes that Telos will con- and-white hard copy form by the end of tinue as a publication, serving as a time this month. Copies are limited; to obtain capsule for student work. one contact Assistant Professor Brian No formal admission to Earn units toward Enroll on a “We hope that the publication of Telos Gregor at [email protected] as soon as CSULB required your degree “space available” basis will begin an annual tradition of publish- possible.
Two 6 - Week Sessions PROTEST: from page 1 ( ) May 27–July 3 S1S hour, no comment or acknowledgment was sources of funding to meet the ‘needs’ of July 7–August 15 (S3S) given by the school’s administration. the campus,” said SQE vice president Rob- Following the office protest, SQE and ert DeWitz. “He never answered our ques- other students gathered on the East Stu- tions. He responded to them but never re- One 12 - Week Session dent Walkway on May Day, which is syn- ally answered them.” onymous with various labor movements The final protest planned by the SQE May 27–August 15 (SSD) around the world, including immigration took place off-campus. Students were told protests in California. that disciplinary action would be taken More than 75 Online In the midst of Hagan’s inauguration against students who protested on campus. last Thursday, students once again rallied At CSUDH the free speech zone is Summer Classes with signs asking for answers. Hagan did confined to the Sculpture Garden, and any- show up at one of the inauguration tents. thing outside of that is a violation of school Register Now! With signs and cell phones in his face, policy. students asked tough questions like why Students lined the sidewalks and held their voice wasn’t being included in the signs that were met with numerous “honks” decision-making process. Hagan stayed for from passing cars. Call: (800) 963–2250 ext. 60001 for more information. about 10 minutes answering questions. The Student Success Fee was intro- www.ccpe.csulb.edu/summer “We expressed our points of concern, duced to students in February. The fee and asked him a number of questions in- would require all students to pay an addi- email: [email protected] cluding why he has continued to deny tional $280 per semester to hire new fac- students the vote, not respected the peti- ulty, academic advisors and upgrade class- FIND US ON FOLLOW US FACEBOOK ON TWITTER tion and why he’s not finding alternative rooms and labs.
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