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THE INDEPENDENT STUDENT VOICE OF CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN BERNARDINO SINCE 1965 COYOTECHRONICLE.NET Vol. LV No. 7 TUESDAY, MAY 31, 2016 By JANET CURIEL topics such as a broken criminal justice system, mass Staff Writer incarceration of predominately blacks and Latinos, social security, minimum wage, overturning the “di- “Bernie! Bernie! Not me, us!” sastrous” Citizens United and corporate welfare. echoed from over 5200 support- Sanders directly referred to Walmart and said, ers at the National Orange Show “Pay workers a living wage...wages are so low, that Events Center in San Bernardi- many of them need food stamps and Medicaid to sur- no on May 24. vive.” Democratic presiden- One topic, which received overwhelming ap- tial nominee, Senator Bernie plause, was in regards to high student debt. Sanders visited Riverside ear- “We are living in a competitive global economy. lier that day as part of a string We need the best education and workforce in the of rallies across the state in an world. We should be rewarding people who get their attempt to capture California education not punishing them, “ said Sanders. voters and delegates for the June With Sanders capturing as much as 84 percent 7 primary. of votes from ages 17-29 in some states, according to An ethnically diverse group of the Iowa entrance pole, many supporters are hopeful attendees, young and old, children with the surge in voter turnout. and college-aged students lined the out- “It is really rewarding going to college campuses door walkways for their chance to listen to and seeing everyone engaged, it feels very reassuring Sanders message. to me,” said registered nurse Sherrie Stoddard. While waiting, many were greeted by avid Sand- Stoddard is a member of National Nurses United ers volunteers, and an appearance by po- who travels with a coalition of nurses in support of litical hopeful Steve Stokes, self pro- Sanders in the Bernie Bus. claimed “berniecrat,” running for Sanders also made a point to reaffirm the signifi- U.S. Senate as a Democrat. cance of the movement. “Bernie is honest, he “Here is the point; the whole country now un- speaks unfiltered,” said derstands, and the Democratic leadership must un- Stokes. derstand, that we and our ideas are the future of this Sanders was in- country. And what that means is that our future of troduced by Daniel a nation based on social justice, economic justice, Franziese, best know racial justice and environmental justice—that is the as Damien from the future of America,” said Sanders. movie “Mean Girls,” One volunteer at the event, Kevin Ortiz, admit- and Kendrick Thomp- ted he was initially a Hillary supporter last year, but son from “The Vampire once he heard Sanders speeches, began to participate Diaries.” in phonebanking for Sanders, attending rallies and Enthusiastic support- debate watch parties. ers cheered throughout Sanders “He’s not letting people bully him around to hour long speech, which discussed Continued on Pg. 2 #SanBerniedino ern I.E. dino Mentoring program helps students By RHEJEAN KING-JOHNSON This program is filled with students cel. junior year,” said student Karina Duque. Staff Writer who want to either mentor or be men- Many students are unaware of re- College can be a challenge to figure tored. sources that are available to them. out how for those seeking success. The Student Mentoring Program “We are a volunteer program, so CSUSB provides different resources “It’s a great way to figure out your wants to help undergraduate students students have a choice to have a mentor,” such as free scantrons, computer lab use, first year and see how things operate,” reach success. said Herrera. advising and more. said student Amanda Haun. B The program uses peer support to About 30 percent of college students The mentoring center also offers It’s common for freshmen students encourage academic excellence. are first-generation, according to the Na- utilities to students who are involved. to feel overwhelmed by the adjustment “It beneficial for students to become tional Center for Education Statistics. “We have 2 computer labs, free into college, so mentors do their best to more confident in their academic careers First year students will be guided printing and DVD rentals for those who lend a helping hand. and to get more involved on campus,” and shown how things operate through need it,” said mentor Gabby Rodriguez. They share experiences, advice and said student coordinator Barbara Herrera. this program. The student mentors want all their methods to make it easier on them. There are approximately 1200 stu- Students who were mentored in the prodigies to succeed during their first year “It helps with stress relief but it’s a dents and 44 mentors in the program. past encourage incoming students to be a and the years to follow. big brother, big sister type of program,” Students are paired up with a mentor part of this program because not only do A student really enjoyed the help she said mentor Sophia Fregoso Pena. who has the same major or college. you get helpful information, but a lifelong received when she first attended college. This program has been extended to It makes it easier to mentor students friend. “I would encourage more students to sophomore students so they can receive who are motivated, since it is a volunteer These mentors help guide them to join this program, it really helped me with guidance further into their college career. program. certain resources that will help them ex- the path I am still following today into my Continued on Pg. 2 Memory lane Individual voices Students share favorite Students opine about rape perspective-altering culture’s existence and its experiences at CSUSB. effect on society. Features pg. 9 pg. 11 Photo courtesy FellowPhotographer Opinions Photo courtesy The Wooster Service News Chronicle Page 2 TUESDAY, MAY 31, 2016 Rally in Orange Coyote Chronicle Continued from Pg. 1 is an average of $27 per donation. News of the trending hashtag #ber- Editor in Chief Abigail Tejada Asst. News Editor Arthur Medrano drop out (of the race),” said Ortiz. nietrumpdebate sparked from Donald Paraphrasing Abraham Lincoln’s Get- Trump’s comments on Jimmy Kimmel Managing Editor Loydie Burmah Asst. Features Editors Nicholas Whitt tysburg Address, “this is a campaign of the Live that he would be willing to debate people, by the people, and for the people,” Sanders before the California primary for News Editor Cherae Hunt Asst. Arts and Entertainment Editor Estefania Torres said Sanders in reference to his campaign charity, which may create an edge in a di- funding. visive California primary for registered Opinions Editor Rachel Rundengan Asst. Sports Editor Kiara Paul During his speech, Sanders said 8 mil- Democrats. lion individual contributions by more than Sanders tweeted, “Game on. I look Features Editor Michael Isberto Online Editor Jacob Collins 2.7 million individuals has accrued over forward to debating Donald Trump in Cali- 200 million dollars to his campaign. That fornia before the June 7 primary.” Arts and Entertainment Editor Dalal Museitef Illustrator Joaquin Junco Jr. Sports Editor Lauren Jennings Copy Editors Emmanuel Gutierrez Jaritza Mendoza Jordan Mitchell Bree Reyes Faculty Adviser Jim Smart Advertising Manager Linda Sand Staff Writers Joshua Aguilar, Shirleena Baggett, Destiny Carter, Suriel Chavez, Stephanie Corral, Janet Curiel, Photo courtesy of Jennifer Cappuicco Maher Rebekah Deponte, Gregory Gammill, Noemi Garcia, Jessye Gentry, Taylor Glaze, Destiny Guzman, Michael Isberto, Jordan Jerry, Rhejean King-Johnson, Steffanie Martinez, Felipe Montano, Kaila Morales, Natalie Padron, Lupe Perez, Israel Ramirez, Kyle Richardson, Rachel Rundengan, Shanna Shernaman, Carolyn Solar, Jacob Strangis, Estefania Torres, Elina Urrutia, Rafael Velasquez, Misty Williams, Aaron Wolf Mail: Office:(909) 537-5289 California State University, San Bernardino Advertising: (909) 537-5815 University Hall, Room UH-037 E-mail: [email protected] Mentoring program 5500 University Parkway coyotechronicle.net Continued from Pg. 1 It’s important for students to do San Bernardino, CA 92407 well in their first year because it will This is helpful for those who are give them an advantage for the follow- The Coyote Chronicle is published every Friday for distribution on Monday during the academic session by the indecisive about their major or anything ing year. Communication Department. The opinions expressed in the Chronicle are those of the student writers and editors related to their field of study. “It’s good to have a mentor during and do not reflect the views of the university, its faculty, or any other person or institution unless expressly noted. The mentoring program room is lo- their first year of college because the The appearance of any advertisement in the Chronicle does not represent an endorsement of the products or cated on the second floor, on the side of first year is the most critical,” concluded services advertised. The Chronicle reserves the right to edit or reject all materials submitted to the paper. the library, room PL-208. Haun. News Chronicle Page 3 TUESDAY, MAY 31, 2016 Circle of sisterhood By FELIPE MONTANO Staff Writer he Circle of Sisterhood Foundation took part in raising awareness for girl’s education at CSUSB on May 24.