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J. Cole debuts highly anticipated new album

Student learns welding in academy

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From left, Ernesto Castellanos, 18, and Daniel Rodriguez, 18, are learning how to weld during the new welding program offered by the Career Advancement Academy (CAA). The CAA on campus offers electrical utilities tool technology, welding, and machine tool technology.

UC San Diego will host a tour for students

There will be a UC San Diego tour from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. tomorrow. A $5 refundable deposit must be made. Any interested students may sign up at the Transfer Center, or call 310-660-3593, ext. 3408.

Students can commence applying for Cal States

Students may start applying for fall 2012 admission to all Cal State Uni-versities immediately. The deadline for applications is Nov. 30. Students can go to www.csumentor.com to fi ll out applications.

Workshop for UC’s will take place Wednesday

The UC Application Workshop will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Alondra Room. Students who are interested in applying can go to the workshop to gain tips and strategies on fi lling the UC applications.

Students can get help for CSU applications

Students who are trying to fi ll out applications for CSU’s can attend the CSU Application Workshop at 1 p.m. next Thursday in the Alondra Room. Students will be able to go to the workshop and get tips.

New drop-off zone enforces safetyAshley Marie PattersonStaff Writer

Already running late for class, the student asks his par-ents to just drop him off at the stop sign in front of the Human-ities Building.

While he’s getting out of the car, he notices a cadet walk-ing toward him with a citation for $38 for disobeying the signs in the passenger drop-off zones.

“It’s just a safety issue,” Sgt. Dal Toruno said, “A lot of people are not complying with the signs and are not using the area for dropping off people. When they do this, it creates a bottleneck effect that then be-comes a safety hazard in the front of campus.”

Toruno said there will be cadets outside during the drop-off peak times, from 7:30 to 9

a.m., to enforce traffi c and con-trol some of the chaos. People who don’t comply, he added, will receive a citation

The new citation, created one month ago, will be a mo-tivation for students, faculty and campus visitors to obey the signs. The campus police have gotten numerous complaints from students and faculty, To-runo said.

“Many faculty members who work in the Administration Building and students come to us and complain about the amount of congestion there is in front of campus at the drop-off zone,” he said.

“A lot of people don’t even use the zone. They stop in the middle of the traffi c lanes and let their passengers out at the stop signs,” Toruno added.

Toruno said the campus po-

lice have not handed out many citations since they imposed the fi ne one month ago and that stu-dents are more likely to comply with the threat of a citation.

“I think it’s fair because a lot of people park in the drop-off zones and hold up traffi c,” Nathan Pumphery, creative writing major, said, “I get dropped off there and during peak times, the traffi c can be diffi cult to deal with. The po-lice should fi ne people only during peak times.”

Students have responded favorably to the new citation, but think the fi ne may be too expensive.

“I think it is little unfair just because it originally was not regulated,” Kate Steiner, phi-losophy major, said. “It does get kind of crazy over there though.”

EC students hurt by no priority for CSU transfersAndrew LimNews Editor

Cal States are downsizing. Transferring is getting harder. And the required GPA to transfer is getting higher.Things will not improve because the college currently

does not have a CSU in the “local admission area” that gives its transfer students priority admission, Sue Oda-Omori, Transfer Center Coordinator, said.

“We’re not in anybody’s local admission area except for CSU Dominguez Hills and Northridge,” Oda-Omori said. “(But) all students across the state are held to minimum re-quirements in those schools.”

Oda-Omori said that she had told Tom Fallo, president, and the vice presidents about the problems of not having a Cal State giving priority admission.

She added that they’ve approached the Cal State Uni-versity Chancellor Charles Reed and that they’ve been talk-ing with legislators.

“When our cabinet approached Reed, our initial push was to get a local area for Long Beach,” Oda-Omori said.

With the college trying to push for local areas while Cal States are downsizing, EC is hoping to eventually have Cal State Long Beach give our students priority admission.

“We’ve seen representatives of legislatures and worked with Cerritos College,” Fallo said. “We are continuing to discuss the issue with representatives of the college system, but this is not an easy issue.”

Oda-Omori added that the legislators are looking at the overall issue of the local area admissions.

“It doesn’t seem fair that some schools are in two local areas, while some schools are in one and some schools are in none, like EC and Cerritos College,” she said.

Students who attend EC and are trying to transfer to Cal States are held to higher standards than most of the other colleges in the state, Oda-Omori said.

“Students in the local area admission for non-impacted majors are held to minimum eligibility,” she said. “Students outside of the area are held to higher admission require-ments, mostly a higher GPA.”

Helin Hernandez, 18, undecided major, does not think it’s fair that some people can take the easier route than oth-ers.

“I think it’s important to have priority registration,” Hernandez said. “Not everyone decides to go to a private college or a UC and most people choose EC or Cal States because they’re less expensive and they should not be de-prived of priority admission because of that decision.”

Forensics team starts off new yearAndrew LimNews Editor

After being crowned No. 1 within the community col-lege system last year, the foren-sics team started the year with a “warm-up” tournament last weekend.

However with different is-sues, including budget prob-lems, the team will be smaller than the previous team that was one of the best in the nation.

“We have a smaller team this year because of the economy in general,” Francesca Bishop, fo-rensics team coach, said. “We have less students and the cost of tournaments has gone up. It’s quite expensive. They have to pay for entry fees as well as judging fees.”

The next tournament will be the “Double-up” Tournament

which is going to take place Oct. 14 - 16 at the Concordia Univer-sity in Irvine.

Shannon Meredith, 20, po-litical science major, who is one of the returning members for the team, won superior for extempo-

raneous speaking and impromp-tu speaking over the weekend.

“The tournament gave us opportunities to get back in the game,” Meredith said. “It was our chance to show the newer debaters. People looked to the (returning members) more for

guidance.”Harrison Shieh, 18, business

and economics major, who won superior on extemporaneous speaking, said it was a good ex-perience and different from his previous debating experiences.

“It was defi nitely harder than high school debate,” Shieh said. “If the weekend was any indication of how it is to come, I’m very excited.”

Although the forensics team is facing some obstacles, Bishop said that she thinks that the team is still going to do very well.

Morgan McNally, 19, politi-cal science major, who is also a returning member won superior in impromptu speaking.

“You know everything that is involved (as a returner),” McNally said. “You don’t have the jitters. Everything feels so smooth.”

“The tournament gave us opportunities to get back

in the game,”

—Shannon Meredith, political science major

October 6, 2011 / El Camino College Union2 NEWS

—Ashley Marie Patterson

Tips on staying safeTips on staying safe

• • Having the latest security Having the latest security software, web browser, and software, web browser, and operating system are the best operating system are the best defenses against viruses, mal-defenses against viruses, mal-ware and other online threats.ware and other online threats.

• • Ask for protection beyond Ask for protection beyond passwords. Many accounts passwords. Many accounts now offer additional ways to now offer additional ways to verify who you are before you verify who you are before you conduct business on that site.conduct business on that site.

• • Links in email, tweets and Links in email, tweets and posts are often the way cy-posts are often the way cy-bercriminals compromise bercriminals compromise your computer. If it looks sus-your computer. If it looks sus-picious, delete it.picious, delete it.

• • Be wary of communications Be wary of communications that implore you to act imme-that implore you to act imme-diately or offer something that diately or offer something that sounds too good to be true, sounds too good to be true, like a free computer.like a free computer.

POLICEBEAT

Offi cers pull over male for making illegal turn

Sept. 29, 9:14 p.m.— Offi -cers pulled over a male mak-ing an illegal left turn at Man-hattan Beach Boulevard. The male student was driving with a suspended license. The stu-dent was issued a citation and the vehicle was towed.

Offi cers catch male with bolt cutters

Sept. 29, 10 a.m.—Offi cers responded to a male who was in front of the bike rack near the Humanities Building. Of-fi cers set up a surveillance of the area and saw the male removing bolt cutters from his backpack and cutting the locks off the bike. The 17-year-old was issued a cita-tion and a notice to appear in court.

Para medics respond to a male student

Sept. 20, 1:10 p.m.—Offi cers responded to a male student at the Administration Build-ing who was having “mental problems.” Paramedics ar-rived on the scene and took the student to a local hospital.

Staying safe online is one click awayAshley CurtinArts Editor

After fi nishing a long research paper, a student decides it is time to relax and check their email. However, while trying to log in the student discovers that all the settings on the email account have been changed.

Their email account has been hacked.Since hacking has been a growing

trend in cybercrime, October was named National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to raise awareness and protect online safety.

According to the DHS, cyber threats are one of the most serious economic and national security threats the nation faces; but the responsibility to stop this crime starts with the individual person.

“People need to be self-educated,” Monica Chaban, computer information systems professor, said. “Most people are naive and never think it will happen to them.”

There are several categories and secu-rity measures that should be considered in

order to protect both personal and fi nancial information online.

One of the most important ways to pro-tect personal information online is to make sure the operating system on the computer is up-to-date, she added.

“People need to remember to apply these updates on a weekly basis or have them set up to automatically update,” Cha-ban said.

The second safeguard is to protect the equipment by using a current and licensed anti-virus, Paige Maddox, 22, computer science major, said.

Another cybersecurity tip is to create strong passwords. They should contain at least 10 characters include numbers, letters (both uppercase and lowercase) and sym-bols, Nick Cunningham, 20, computer sci-ence major, said.

“The longer and more complicated the password, the harder it will be to crack,” he said. “Also, don’t use the same pass-word for every online account and remem-ber to change passwords weekly.”

It is also suggested that people have more than one email account, a personal

email for friend and family use and another “throw away” email account to use on pub-lic sites, Chaban said.

“Anyone can be a victim, inadvertent-ly, of a malicious attack,” she said. “So we have to be prepared.”

To stay safe while searching the Inter-net, the person’s location should be taken into consideration. When surfi ng the Web on a public computer, such as in a library or at a computer lab, people should delete cookies and temporary fi les before leaving the computer, Chaban said.

“Personal information stays on the computer and stores as imbedded informa-tion,” Chaban said.

“If someone uses the computer after that person, they could get all their in-formation from the browser history,” she added.

While these are just a few ways to stay safe online, people should continue to educate themselves on new defenses, Cun-ningham said.

“Be smart about it,” he said. “The In-ternet is only as safe as the person that is using it.”

Biannual Blood Mobile will take place at ECEman ElshiyabOpinion Editor

More than 38,000 blood do-nations are needed every day, according to the American Red Cross website.

The American Red Cross Blood Mobile will come to EC to try to help meet that demand.

The Blood Mobile will be here from Oct. 11 - 13 at the East Lounge of the Student Activities Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On the last day of the blood drive, the time will be extended to 8 p.m.

The students from the Inter-Club Council (ICC) and the

Student Development Offi ce will sponsor the biannual Blood Mobile with the American Red Cross.

“Everyone is encouraged to participate in the campus-wide blood drive,” Breanna Anderson, staff adviser of ICC, said. “A lot of students can help.”

According to the American Red Cross website, there are cer-tain requirements when it comes to donating blood. Students do-nating blood must have an up-dated student ID, must be 17 years or older, must weigh more than 110 pounds and must be in good health.

Josian Fuentez, ICC presi-

dent, said most students donat-ing blood do not realize what a difference they are making.

“Last semester, we collected four hundred and twenty fi ve units of blood,” Anderson said.

“Every one pint of blood saves about three lives.”

Fuentez said he encourages students to help the Blood Mo-bile meet its goal and donate life-saving blood.

“Hopefully, a lot of students will be able to participate by do-nating to those who desperately need the blood or by at least get-ting the information out there to others,” Fuentez said.

Students who were asked whether they donated blood be-fore had mixed feelings about the blood drive and some have not donated blood before.

“No I have never donated blood before because I never

wanted to do it,” Nur Salami, 20, electrical engineering major, said.

“I just don’t fancy having a huge needle being stuck in my arm for too long,” he added.

However, some students aren’t bothered by donating blood at all and look forward to it.

“Yes, I donate blood every chance I get,” Nelli Shirzad, 19, biology major, said. “Blood do-nation is such an easy way to be a hero.”

For more information on blood donations, interested per-sons may go to www.redcross.org.

October 6, 2011 / El Camino College Union

Nicholette RaeckeStaff Writer

FEATURES 3

Samantha Troisi

SudokuFill every row across,

every column down, and every 3x3 box with the digits 1 through 9.

Each digit must appear only once in each row across, each column down and each 3x3 box.

For the solution to the puzzle, visit the Union website,

www.eccunion.com

Fast food is out and home cook-ing is in. Boiling and bubbling pots on the stove, fl at bread baking in the oven and fresh chicken breasts sauteed in olive oil on the stove top are just a few of the things students are making at home.

”I grew up in a culinary fam-ily. My grandfather was a chef for a cruise ship, and I was always in the kitchen watching my grandmother make treats for us,” Ronika Pigee, 21, said.

It’s no coincidence that her ma-jor is culinary arts. She said it’s in her blood.

Pigee is especially fond of Mexican food.

“I can’t wait to go home and make some chicken tacos,” she said.

Some students attend classes on an empty stomach, purchase food on campus or from the many restaurants nearby.

James Erebholo, 21, interna-tional business major, falls into this category.

“Since I rarely have enough time, I usually fi nd something to eat off campus, like at Chicken Maison or Subway. I want it to be healthy,” he said.

Many students think it’s easier to concentrate on a subject, lab or quiz if their stomach isn’t empty. Energy bars and drinks can only curb a students’ hunger for a short time and the days may feel longer without proper nutrition.

“An easy way to eat healthy when you don’t have much time is to prepare food on your day off,” Sue Warren, nutrition and foods instructor, said. “Students always say they don’t have the time to shop and cook but they waste time standing in line for fast food.”

Though many students are preparing their own home cooked meals, according to Washington University of St. Louis, new work from researchers there confi rms that most students do, indeed, gain weight in college. Reporting in the Journal of American College Health, the research team found

that about 70 percent of students gained a signifi cant amount of weight between the start of college and the end of sophomore year.

“Sometimes I go to Wendy’s and grab a cheeseburger and a baked potato once in a while, but most students are raised on that type of processed food,” Warren said. “Of course we can eat candy and drink beer, but that can be the overall staple of some students’ di-ets.”

Still, many students believe a good home cooked meal is not only better for their wallets, but their health as well.

“I would prefer to cook myself, it’s healthier,” Raquel Roman, 23, nursing major, said. “I try to cook breakfast, lunch and dinner, and I try to avoid eating fast food. I only get fast food when I’m in a rush.”

Warren recommends trying to eat snacks throughout the course of the day to avoid the urge to buy fast food. She said when time is tight and you’re in a rush, it’s much fast-er to pull a peanut butter sandwich out of your backpack than it is to stand in line somewhere.

“Students should go to Smart and Final and buy healthy snacks in bulk,” Warren said. “Apples and cheese are always a good choice and sleeves of yogurt that you can just toss in your bag.”

David Mai, 20, biology major, admits to watching food channels for more than eight years and has his own quick and easy recipes he makes at home.

“My mom works late, and I wanted to be able to eat a variety of foods while at home,” Mai said. “I like to cook shrimp and seafood a lot.”

Warren urges students to cook at home and said that fast food joints do not have students’ best in-terests at heart.

“Food marketers are all in it for the money,” Warren said. “Those people cooking at McDonald’s are not chefs, they’re 16-year-old kids trying to make money.”

Home Cooking First crisp corn tortillas in a little hot oil, then set aside

to drain.

Sauté boneless chicken with a little oil, season with

garlic and seasoning salt. Cook until brown. Finally chop

the following for garnishes: lettuce, tomatoes, cheese,

cilantro, etc. Assemble and use taco sauce or salsa to

your liking.

Chicken Tacos

To a large pot of water add Louisiana Brand Sea-

food Boil seasoning, black pepper and garlic salt.

Use Tabasco sauce as tolerated. After bringing

water to a boil, add corn on the cob, chunks of

sausage, and potatoes. Wait 15 minutes, and

then add the seafood of your choice. Bring to a

boil again for 5 minutes.

Seafood Boil

Boil one large pot of water and add one pound of

pasta.

Take one half of a Jimmy Dean’s hamburger meat

link and cook in a separate pan. Once pasta is done,

drain the water and add two cans of Campbell’s

Tomato Soup and the cooked hamburger meat.

Reheat before serving.

American Chop Suey

Take two cups of flour, two-thirds cups of water, a table-

spoon of sugar and a pinch of salt and mix and knead it

together.

Set in the oven for four minutes at 350 degrees with any

toppings that are desired.

Can then be frozen and reheated by sauteing in olive oil

or heating in the oven.

Flat Bread

Managing Editor

Students look for easier, healthier alternatives to cook at home

Photo Illustration by Sylwia M. Ozdzynski

Chicken Tacos recipe by Ronika PigeeSeafood Boil recipe by David Mai

American Chop Suey recipe by Samantha TroisiFlat Bread recipe by Dorris Morgan

4 EDITORIALS October 6, 2011 / El Camino College Union

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Cybersecurity should be top priority for all

Up at fi ve when my day begins, I am soon on my way to one of my EC classes.

I enter the classroom and take my seat as I begin to participate in discussions and group projects.

All of my fellow classmates are unmoved by my presence, having become accustomed to me early on in the semester.

As I exit class, a student soon approaches me with a boggled look on his face.

I know the inevitable question, having heard it reiterated from the mouths of so many curious students during my three semesters here.

“How old are you?” the question asked of me in a quizzical tone.

I respond, “I am 14.” My 4.0 GPA causes many to bestow me with the titles of “genius” and “prodigy.” I refute any of those designa-tions.

It appears that the general assumption is that one’s level of academic aptitude is ac-quired from birth. This is what’s assumed of me.

However, I consider myself born with the same intellectual potential as any other healthy person privy to basic resources and guidance. I believe my current state of mind originated from the quality of my upbringing.

From the beginning, my parents created an enjoyable learning environment for me.

Rather than conforming our curriculum to the norms for other kids of our age, we have been independently educated beyond the re-

strictions of grade levels.

Doing a vari-ety of social and athletic activities is a crucial part

of becoming a diverse person.

I participate in a mul-titude of sports, includ-ing golf, soccer, volley-ball, soccer, swimming and martial arts.

I am also an active volunteer at my local li-

brary, a frequent attendee of my city’s council meetings and an academic tutor.

So when a confused student says, “You’re a genius aren’t you?” I say, “That’s what some people call me.” Because I don’t know if I’m a genius.

The only difference between me and a freshman high school student is the way we were raised. Nurture is the most important thing.

The views expressed in Campus Insight are those of the authors. They do not repre-sent the views or opinions of the Union, its staff, editorial board or adviser.

This column is available to students and faculty. All articles may be submitted to Ec-cunion@gmail.com.

Please note that articles may be edited for content and length.

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Vol. 65, No. 04October 6, 2011

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The issue: Millions of people use the Internet daily, sending personal data and information to the Web. Our stand:

Users should be more cautious of the sites they visit and protect their identities.

Avery Marshallmath and economics major

Illustration by Samantha Troisi

CAMPUSINSIGHT

UnionEl Camino College

—See related article on Page 1

With numerous traffi c zones around campus, drivers should utilize them and unload passengers in designated areas only.

Everyone is in a rush to get to the EC campus and make it to class on time.

But many students are getting dropped off anywhere else but in the campus’ passenger drop-off zones.

Drop-off zones are located in strategic places through-out campus to keep the fl ow of traffi c moving at a steady pace and to protect the well-being of students, faculty and staff members on campus.

Many students jump out of cars at stop signs and drivers tend to stop to let passengers out of the car.

This not only puts both drivers and pedestrians at risk of an accident, it is against the rules.

A stop sign isn’t a reason to let passengers out of the car.

Rather, a stop sign is a reason to control traffi c move-ment at intersections; stopping at them for a long period of time only holds up traffi c.

Not only are many drivers and students breaking the rules, their acting in a way that is ignorant and lazy, espe-cially because some students’ are getting dropped off just a few feet away from the drop-off zone.

Even though it might give students a 20 second advan-tage in getting to class on time because they were dropped off in front of the entrance, for the other vehicles waiting behind, this action is inexcusable and inconsiderate.

Rules are put in place to be followed and no one person is above the rules.

But somehow, the rules that are meant to be followed,

are not being followed. Negating these passenger drop-off zones around campus

can also cause accidents. When a driver stops abruptly to let a passenger out of the

car, it catches the person behind off guard and forces that driver to slam on the cars breaks.

Not to mention, the dreaded fender bender would ulti-mately make the student late for class, something he or she was trying to avoid in the fi rst place.

So it is time students and drivers obey the rules and put other people’s well-being into consideration before jump-ing out of the car where ever they please.

Let’s keep the campus a safe place for everyone. Everyone should keep other drivers in mind and help

keep the traffi c moving around campus more smoothly.

With a simple click on the computer, one can access millions of pieces of infor-mation on the Web.

With more than 2 billion people utiliz-ing the Internet daily according to the World Internet Usage Statistics website, one can imagine the amount of data that is being submitted to the Internet.

From social networking passwords, emails to even one’s personal bank ac-count, the amount of data and information transmitted into this technological realm is endless.

Nowadays, the Internet is used for pret-ty much anything. Paying bills, communi-cating with friends or relatives across the country and even attending college cours-es is all at the tips of one’s fi ngers.

But how can something so useful and depended on by billions of people be so harmful and dangerous?

Although the use of the Internet might seem convenient for many people and a solution for those who are too busy to get a lot of their errands done, it can have a downfall.

No longer are emails, bank accounts and social networking sites the only sites singled out by hackers. There is evidence also of incidences of gaming systems be-ing hacked as well.

The popular gaming system, PlaySta-tion was hacked in April of this year, send-ing its users in a panic over their informa-tion accessible to an unauthorized user.

It was believed by PlayStation that the hackers had access to customers’ vital in-formation, including names, birthdates, home addresses and email addresses.

Also hacked were PlayStation Net-work/Qriocity passwords, logins, handles and online ID’s.

So while it is impossible for many peo-ple, especially in this day and age to go without the use of the Internet, it is impor-tant to always take precautions and clean out the history, cookies and caches of a computer. It is also important when utiliz-ing public computers to log off appropri-ately and not have the system remember one’s passwords.

Another suggestion would be to make one’s password strong enough so it will be diffi cult to fi gure out.

Also change your password regularly. Many websites suggest that Internet us-ers change their passwords every 30 days. Users should also remember not to use the same password for every Web account that one has. —See related article on Page 1

As unforturnate as the death of Michael Jackson was, the case surrounding it has certainly turned into a thriller.

As entertaining as Vegas showgirls, love affairs and drugs can be, I think it’s about time the news covers something that’s actually important.

Now, not that it isn’t important to bring justice to the death of one of pop culture’s most famous performer’s, but is it really necessary for it to be broadcast on almost every channel on TV?

Every morning the television is turned on and Dr. Conrad Murray’s mug is all over it.

Down the street at the court house, people are lined up to try and get the public seats available for watching the trial in person.

Really? I’d think with the economy the way it is and the lack of jobs out in the world today, people in Los Angeles might be out looking for steady employment instead of fi ghting for a ticket to the crazy show.

People and reporters are even lined up waiting hours before the trial begins. As if watching the family and friends of the deceased singer would have any affect on how they view the trial.

This is a trial people, not the red carpet to a fancy awards show.

According to the LA Times, “A security offi cial standing on the other side of the yellow tape told them [fans] they had the best vantage point and would defi -nitely get an up-close view of the Jackson family as they enter the courthouse.

The court allocates six public seats, with four addi-tional spots as stand-by if there is room. Each morning a lottery is held at the Temple Street entrance to the courthouse.”

The prosecution plans to pa-rade Murray’s love life during the trial.

After questioning his former patient, it is now his ex-girl-friend’s turn to take the hot seat.

It is understandable that Jack-son was a big celebrity fi gure. However, a South East High

School senior accused of fatally stabbing his estranged girlfriend on campus was on the news.

All but two minutes was taken from the news seg-ment to cover and inform the viewers about what hap-pened.

It is about time that news started to broadcast things that are important to the community.

Yes, daytime TV is fi lled with talk shows about paternity tests, soap operas and education connection commercials, but when the news is on, why must it be taken over by only one trial. There is much for other people to know.

Jackson has many fans, many of whom are watch-ing the trial, however, why not air the trial on channels designated for news like this.

Some websites even make it possible for viewers to see this on their homepages, so why not view it there? People should not be giving this only option on their TV stations.

The purpose of this trial is to get justice for the death of Jackson, however, it seems as it is just another way for TV stations across the country to fi ght over ratings.

There’s bigger concerns than Michael Jackson’s death

Samantha TroisiManaging Editor

COMMENTARY

It is never too early for a college education

OPINION 5October 6, 2011 / El Camino College/Union

Should cigarette smoking be banned on campus?

Smoking affects non-smokers’ overall health.

Smoking gives people a sense of relaxation.

Rodney Rose is the vice presi-dent of the Choral Club. With 31 active members, the club meets in the Music Building Room 135 every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Who is the president?Shaun Edwards is our presi-dent and just assumed her po-sition this semester.

How does the club contrib-ute to the campus and the community?We are always getting in-volved in school activities. We do the blood drive and bake sales to help raise mon-ey. We also go to senior citi-zen homes and hospitals and sing to them. Singing, I feel, is always helpful.

When was the choral club founded?Dr. Joanna Nachef founded the Choral Club in 1998.

Does the Choral Club have any upcoming events?We are currently trying to or-ganize a fundraiser for one of our singers, Sam Salgado, on Oct. 29 in order to help him pay for school when he trans-fers. In November, we are doing a Mozart requiem with Dr. Dane Teter, and a variety show on Dec 3.

What are the requirements to join the club?You have to audition and be able to sight read and have a good sense of music. We tour, so it’s vital that singers have this skill because it is a lot more rigorous than our other choir.

What is the message you want people to get from the choral club?Well, due to budget cuts they are trying to cut the fi ne arts department so we are trying to protest it because music is a fundamental part of life. It is proven that music helps with math and science and we want to get that across to people.

What is the choral club’s relationship with the recy-cling club?Whenever we have any events we always collect bottles and take them to the recycling club.

Are you currently involved with the contest the recy-cling club is doing now?Yes, we are trying our best to collect as many recyclables as possible in order to win.

Rodney RoseVice President

Choral Club

Class is out and many students head for the exit. As soon as they step outside, a large cloud of cigarette smoke greets them, and that breath of fresh air in between classes quickly becomes an inhalant of carcinogens and carbon monoxide.

Without a smoking ban in place on campus or at least designated smoking ar-eas, students are being exposed to many health-altering chemicals from cigarette smoke on a daily basis.

According to a Time Magazine article, more that 365 universities throughout the U.S are now smoke-free in a movement to promote a healthier lifestyle.

But when will this advantage be given to students at EC?

Cigarette smoke not only alters the smoker’s overall health but it has a nega-tive effect on non-smokers who come into contact with it.

Based on the National Cancer Insti-tute’s research, secondhand smoke, causes heart disease, a number of cancers and even death among non-smokers.

If that isn’t reason enough to instill anti-smoking rules on campus, then the large amounts of death among non-smokers should be considered.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) determined that 3,400 lung cancer deaths were caused from secondhand smoke and 46,000 non-smokers died from heart dis-ease last year.

While smoking is an individual choice, exposure to secondhand smoke has be-come a matter of health for non-smokers. Whether studying outside or walking be-tween buildings to class, students are sub-sequently exposed to various chemical compounds as well as nicotine burning from the cigarette.

ACS said that cigarette smoke contains more than 4,000 chemicals, 60 of them are cancer-causing.

While all these carcinogens fl oat through the air, there is nothing being done to protect students on campus.

Not only do non-smokers breath in the exhaled smoke, they are in danger of “sidestream” smoke burning from the cig-arette itself, the National Cancer Institute

said. And research shows, if in direct con-tact, it can be almost the same as smoking a whole pack of cigarettes.

With the devastating effects of ciga-rette smoke clearly defi ned through much research, something needs to be done in order to protect non-smokers from disease and other health-altering problems. So it’s time to make campus a smoke-free envi-ronment for all to breath a little easier.

Smoking is hazardous to your health. It’s posted on every pack of cigarettes, ci-gars and any tobacco product you buy, as well as magazines and billboards on every corner. We get it America.

Researchers and doctors have told us that smoking causes lung cancer, heart disease, emphysema, and may compli-cate pregnancy, but it is also legal to buy, smoke and even chew if you want.

According to the American Nonsmok-ers Right Foundation, as of July 1, 79.6 percent of the U.S population lives under a ban on smoking in workplaces, restaurants and bars.

I am a smoker, and I do consider it a privilege and my right. I understand the ramifi cations of smoking, but in the end it is my choice.

Why sell this product in our state, and than make it so hard to enjoy the privilege? Students who smoke just want a sense of relaxation when they put that cigarette in their mouth. They’re not intentionally try-ing to hurt anyone’s health.

Another issue is secondhand smoking.A study conducted by the environ-

mental protection agency in 1993, titled Respiratory Health Effects of Passive Smoking: Lung Cancer and other Disor-ders, launched the lies about second hand smoke.

It falsely stated that roughly 3,000 people die as a consequence to second hand smoke each year.

However, in 1998, a federal court found that this study was not valid as the environmental protection agency (EPA) had failed to use appropriate procedure.

The EPA basically deviated from ac-ceptable scientifi c procedure to ensure a preordained outcome.

That is absolutely unfair.Smokers should have rights as well;

no one has ever stopped to think about the smoker’s liberties being taken away. Or if the students are really being bothered with the smell of smoke around campus.

According to the University of Ken-tucky, they instituted its ban just this fall only to face the new student movement called “Students for Liberty,” out of pro-test against the banning cigarette smoking on campus.

Lance Wheeler, president of the Uni-versity was quoted by the Lenington-Heald leader as saying “Not everyone has been quick to embrace university of Ken-tucky’s policy.”

If smoking on campus gets banned, most EC smokers won’t be happy about it. I won’t, that’s for sure.

Ever feel like you might not get into the university of your dreams? It’ll be fi ne, don’t stress out. Most of Amer-ica didn’t.

According to cbsnews.com, Alice Taylor, one of the most talented and famous writers in America, kept and framed her rejection letter from Stanford for decades after she was a literary icon.

Also, Richard Nixon, Norman Lear, Bill Safi re, Jimmy Kimmel, Bill Buckley and others didn’t go to a prestigious school and look at them now.

I can’t believe it’s time to apply to universities already. A lot of students get stressed out after applying because of that fear of rejection from the “university of their dreams.” Feeling the pressure from their parents, friends and coun-selors can be extremely tough.

Students work very hard in college so they can get ac-cepted to a good university. However, what if we don’t get accepted? What if we end up with our second, third or even fourth choice? What will my parents think? What if my friends get accepted and I don’t? What will they think of me? It can be a disappointment to many students and some may never get over it.

I’ve been asking myself these questions for the past two weeks prior to submitting my application yesterday. But I am glad to say that I have come to a realization.

Trying our best to get accepted into our dream school isn’t that simple. In fact, it’s very diffi cult. Students are having existential crises and nervous breakdowns left and right. They’re applying for scholarships or jobs, all while stressing out about getting their work done on time.

Now they are left with no free time on their hands; debat-ing whether they have taken too many classes and if they are able

to drop one and still transfer on time, and sweet God, the stress students are going through is overwhelming! No wonder half the students drink their guts out when they fi nally get the chance — how could they not?

We may also drive ourselves crazy hearing about what other EC students are doing with their lives. Your friend has a higher GPA than you, or got their personal statement proof read by a professional, or has now got some connec-tion that will guarantee them admission. But look, here’s the secret: those EC students aren’t you. You are you. We shouldn’t be focusing so much on our fi rst choices. In-stead, we must widen our eyes to keep our options open.

My mother once told me that there is a place for every-one and we must relax and think of moving to a new place as a journey and not a race to be won, but a home to be found. It’s the same concept, since whatever school we get into will eventually turn into our home.

I admit that I am a worrier too, I wasn’t immune to all this stress as the day of applying came along. However, I now remain stressed about plenty of other stuff.

Now, I’m not trying to impart some important piece of wisdom that I’ve somehow unlocked.

But after my short epiphany, I realized a good way to be happy and accept whatever school I get into is not to think so much about what everyone else expects of you. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t expect big things of yourself; it means you should make sure these expecta-tions are your own.

Another issue I have realized is that no name on any diploma can mean as much as using what we have learned in college and what we got in ourselves from day one and using it with extreme focus, fl exibility and inner mobility.

University is not just about getting a degree, although that is the point. It is also about going somewhere where you will meet life-long friends and become the person you will be for the rest of your life. I know this sounds cheesy, but it’s true.

Eman ElshiyabOpinion Editor

Don’t stress out transferees, we’re in the same boat COLUMN

Miguel Garcia, 18, undeclared major

Kelita Torres, 24, biology major

CAMPUS VIEWPOINTS By Diane Vay

Should cigarette smoking be banned on campus?

UP FOR DEBATE CAMPUSCORNER

Illustration by Diane Vay

—DeAnna Calloway

Ashley CurtinArts Editor

Sheila BroussardStaff Writer

Juan Estrada, 21, art major

“No. I think that it does bother people but smokers might not know where these designated smoking areas are.”

Ashley Griggs, 19, psychology major

“Yes. If the ban doesn’t fall through, then there should be designated areas if smoking is al-lowed.”

David Mortley, 25, general ed major

“No. I personally don’t smoke, but I think that it will be diffi cult to smoke and have to move away just to smoke.”

Silviya Ivanova, 25, nursing major

“Yes. I think that smoking should be banned on campus. It’s un-healthy because non-smokers are forced to inhale the smoke.”

“No. Smoking should not be banned because if a person doesn’t like being around smoke, then they should move.”

“Yes. It’s annoying especially when you are eating and smoke blows onto your face and you are forced to move away.”

ON THE SCENE

Art

Superheroes in Schauerman Library

Schauerman Library’s newest exhibit titled “Shad-ows of American Popular Culture” explores the rela-tionship between pop culture and the superhero. Including illustrations from DC Comics, the exhibit will be on view through the month of October.

An opening reception for the exhibit will include an informal discussion with the exhibit’s curator, Maria Brown, history professor, and will take place tomor-row from 6 to 8 p.m. in the library lobby. For more in-formation, interested per-sons may call 310-660-3519.

Art

Dia de los Muertos exhibit opens

Embracing images of death, the altars and artworks of 29 Southern California artists will be on view in the Art Gallery Oct. 10-Nov. 4 in celebration of the Day of the Dead. An opening recep-tion for the exhibit, titled “Recuerdos Vividos” or vivid memories, will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday and will include Hispanic music. Admission to the Art Gallery is free. For more in-formation, interested per-sons may call 310-660-3010.

Performance

An evening with Susan Egan

Singing about the chal-lenges of juggling mother-hood and her career in enter-tainment, Tony-nominated Broadway star, Susan Egan, teams up with composer Georgia Stitt, on piano, for an evening of music tomorrow at 8 p.m. in Marsee Audito-rium. Tickets are available for $26 at the Ticket Offi ce, or by calling 800-832-ARTS.

Performance

The poetry of Javon Johnson

Having appeared on Rus-sell Simmon’s “Def Poetry Jam,” South Central L.A. native and speech and de-bate champion Javon John-son brings his lyricism to the stage for a discussion on the power of words. His performance takes place on Saturday at 8 p.m. on Satur-day in Marsee Auditorium. Tickets are $18 and avail-able at the Ticket Offi ce or by calling 800-832-ARTS.

Performance

‘Invention 2011’ – a contemporary Taiko drum concert

Drumming of the ancient Japanese instrument is in-fused with hip-hop, rock and electronic music in a concert by Taiko drum quartet, On Ensemble. Called “Invention 2011,” the Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation presents the performance, which starts Saturday at 8 p.m., at the James Armstrong Theatre lo-cated at 3341 Civic Center Drive. Tickets are $30 and available at the Ticket Offi ce or by calling 310-781-7171.

—Natalie Sripongkosol

6 ARTS October 6, 2011 / El Camino College Union

Rap artist debuts highly anticipated fi rst albumMatt SimonSports Editor

After months of anticipation, the debut album, “Cole World: The Sideline Story,” by Jay-Z’s signee J. Cole, fi nally hit retail shelves and leaves fans wanting more.

Cole describes “Cole World: The Side-line Story,” as a story about his rise to star-dom since being signed to Jay-Z’s label, Roc Nation, in 2009.

The subtitle of the album, “The side-line story,” comes from his emotion of feeling like a sideline player for his favor-ite basketball team, just waiting until the coach put him in the game, Cole said.

But the rapper quickly established a fan base in 2007 when a string of his origi-nal mix tapes surfaced on the Internet be-fore being signed to Roc Nation.

His unique play with words created a story-teller approach to his music that most could relate to in their own lives.

With speculation that Cole would lose touch once releasing his own album, “Cole World: The Sideline Story,” proved critics wrong.

The album is a solid release of music that brings Cole’s old hits together with a new style and focus within his new tracks.

With an estimated 225,000 albums sold nationwide in the fi rst week, Cole has established himself as a mainstream rap-per no longer on the industry’s sidelines.

Although many of the tracks have been released by Jay-Z in 2009, a lot of the new tracks will have listeners hooked.

The song, “Dollar and a Dream III,” is one of the highest notes for the debut al-bum as it describes the emotional struggle Cole experienced as a rapper and depicts his journey of success through the indus-try.

The song is the third track in the series, “Dollar and a Dream,” which was released on Cole’s fi rst mix tape titled, “The Come Up,” in 2009.

Like “Dollar and a Dream,” fans will hear the same underground rap style in the titled songs, “Sideline Story,” “God’s

Gift” and “Rise and Shine.”Cole’s use of different musical styles

in his debut album will have listeners bob-bing their heads to his tracks.

As he experiments with dubstep–a mu-sical genre made of strong drum and bass lines–and electronic music, Cole’s beats are catchy, carrying a new dimension of sound.

Although Cole mentioned in many in-terviews that he would prefer not to have featured artists on this album, he does the opposite and shares a few tracks with some big-name artists; the charted single “Can’t Get Enough” features Trey Songz along with a collaboration with Missy El-liot in “Nobody’s Perfect, and with Drake in the titled track, “In The Morning.”

The debut album has exceeded many critics’ expectations and may be recog-nized as a “classic album” for years to come.

And, on top of it all, his album might be the new face of this generation of hip-hop music.

Superhero exhibit represents pop cultureTayani DavisStaff Writer

As the double doors of the Schauer-man Library open, superheroes stare stu-dents in the face.

Posters hug the empty white walls, Batman sculptures fi ll the glass cases with great detail and color.

Superhero fi gures from major fi lms are placed next to their nemeses as if they were waiting for battle.

Unlike last year’s Looney tune ex-hibit, Maria Brown, history professor and Kim Reynolds, Senior Computer Artist at Warner Brothers Studios, decided to cu-rate this exhibit with a different approach, Brown said.

“Maria Brown did previous exhibits, but this year she wanted to do something out of the norm about super heroes and what they mean to American culture,” Albert Romero, library technician said.

From comic books, TV shows and mov-ie screens, pop culture has shaped our society in ways people may not realize, Brown said.

“Comic books are a refl ection of the time period that they are from,” Brown said.

Super heroes are a large part of our so-ciety, from clothes and music to fi lms on the big screen.

Brown used her action fi gure collec-tion along with Warner Brother’s art to create a superhero exhibit as an example of pop culture.

“America has done an excellent job in exporting our pop culture,” Brown said. “The beautiful thing about it is you learn about everyone’s desires and wants and everyone wants to be perceived as spe-cial, extraordinary, but in the time of cri-sis, pop culture is defi nitely refl ected in how we spend our time.”

Brown said that superheroes have in-

fl uenced society since they were fi rst cre-ated during the depression.

“We go to the movies to see superhero movies wishing we were the superhero,” Brown added.

Even though some people see super heroes as an escape route from their own issues, super heroes also face problems of their own on the big screen but somehow fi nd a way to get through them, Brown said. The message is that these heroes are similar to everyday people, which has shaped American pop culture.

“Superheroes are seen as a sign of hope, good, and they overcome things. But most super heroes have issues and I think regular people can relate to those is-sues,” Reynolds said.

Brown said that the students will be amazed when they walk in the Schauer-man library and see some of their favorite super heroes.

Reynolds added that this exhibit will

defi nitely make a difference on the stu-dents’ lives.

“I think many students will be im-pacted by this exhibit not only because they can relate to their favorite superhero but this may make them want to join this fi eld,” Reynolds said.

The exhibit also shows the different time eras going all the way back to the 1930s.

Even back then, superheroes were used as a scapegoat in times when Ameri-ca was in a crisis, letting people know that they will overcome any obstacle.

“The way the exhibit is set up is to show every aspect of art from inking, sculpting, drawings, and adding the col-ors,” Reynolds said. “This method of computer drawing, shows students the different artistic options.”

“I want students to be inspired and say ‘I want to be a part of this,’” Reynolds said.

Photo Courtesy of Art School Vets

Student starts design business Samantha TroisiManaging Editor

Swatches and splashes of color swirl around the computer screen, slashed by rigid, solid lines to create a picture or a let-ter. This design will be on the top of letterheads, posted all over a website and made into business cards. It’s called a logo, or branding, and will be made by three EC stu-dents.

Carlos Ortega, Haim Amar and Evan Yabu, all graphic design majors, have come together to cre-ate Signature, a graphic design company that al-ready has a list of clients.

They work to help companies or organiza-tions fi nd a brand and have the ability to cre-ate anything from motion graphics to letterheads which become one cohe-sive look.

Currently, they are working with an agri-

culture science compa-ny, West Torrance High School’s volleyball pro-gram and a website that sells clothes for dogs.

“We’re totally rogue and that‘s why we did this,” Ortega said. “It’s mostly about gaining ex-perience and being able to share that with my friends.”

Ortega said that the

entire process of setting up a project can be nerve wrecking, but with his pri-or freelancing experience, taking on clients is easier than he thought.

“We hope people don’t look at us at just students,” Ortega said. “That’s why we have a website and are solidifying our own brand and building a company.”

Ortega said he has al-ways been interested in

graphic design and said that EC’s graphic design department is like a small community. He said the professors there have al-ways encouraged him and taught him to go after what he wants.

“I’ve always been into digital imaging, but the instructors here really push me,” Ortega said. “It’s very satisfying to see the end product of your work.”

He added that the stu-dents are inspired when their work can be seen in someone’s place of work. They also enjoy helping that business.

Though they’re a small company now, Ortega has high hopes for where the company will go in the future.

“At fi rst, I didn’t think I was cut out to get actual clients,” he said. “But this has given me something to work on, gives me the confi dence and experi-ence I need.”

STAR RISING

Dion Santos /Union

Danny Gutierrez, 23, business major, snaps a few photos of superhero fi gurines and sketches as part of the “Shadows of American Popular Culture” exhibit in the Schauerman Library.

Carlos Ortega, graphic design major works on a current company branding project.Samantha Troisi /Union

SPORTS 7October 6, 2011 / El Camino College Union

Warriors dominate in sweep of HarborShane UttonStaff Writer

Warriors Nigeria Owens and Katie Child put up a block against Harbor College last Friday.

Vanessa Adams /Union

—Shane Utton

With back-to-back losses the wom-en’s volleyball team needed to change its luck.

Unfortunately for the Harbor Col-lege Seahawks found themselves in the way of EC’s brooms.

The Warriors swept Harbor to stop their losing streak.

After losing to Fullerton College, coach, LeValley Pattison, told her team that it didn’t have the energy and the passing needed to improve.

The team worked all week at prac-tice and it showed. The team had a high energy level and good passing on Friday night at Harbor College.

“We obviously were struggling the week before at Fullerton, so we worked a lot on passing this week and limit-ing our unforced errors,” Pattison said. “When you don’t pass the ball straight down into ground you’re able to score more points.”

The Warriors play the fi rst home conference game against East L.A. Col-lege Wednesday at 6 p.m.

“We need to pass well. If we don’t pass well, we make any team look great,” Pattison said.

Against Harbor, the Warriors were down 3-4, but Lauren Edwards went in for a big kill and tied the game at 4-4. That play started for the Warriors as they went on a 21-6 run to fi nish with a fi rst

game win, 25-10. Sarah McFadden, setter, played well.

She used some excellent passing, with leadership on the court.

“Our communication and passing were on point today and when we do that, we’re a good team,” McFadden said.

The second game was the same re-sult as the Warriors used a big rotation to get everyone in the game.

Kaitlyn Edwards had three straight kills to start a big run and Nigeria Ow-ens contributed some great defense with some key digs.

“We executed well today and at practice we worked on passing a lot and it helped out tonight,” Owens said.

Game three was no match for the Se-ahawks, as the Warriors were hot from the start.

Karly Siverts, outside hitter and Ow-ens, played well for the Warriors as they didn’t let the Seahawks score more than 8 points in the win, 25-8. Owens also tal-lied the game-winning kill.

The Warriors were able to contain the Seahawks and kept them below dou-ble digits for the whole match.

“All the games we kept them under ten points. Also our conditioning at prac-tice is helping too,” Siverts said.

Lauren Edwards fi nished the night with 10 kills, 12 digs and four blocks, Kaitlyn Edwards fi nished with 13 kills, McFadden had 33 assists.

Women’s soccer cruises in 3-0 victory against ComptonSergio ReynosoStaff Writer

Coming off a 1-0 victory over Mt. San Antonio College, the Warriors wanted to keep the win streak going when they faced off against Compton College.

“We were excited because it was our fi rst conference home game and we knew we had to win,” forward Itchel Guzman said. “To get the win against Mt. San An-tonio was great because we hadn’t beaten them in a long time, so we wanted to keep the momentum going against Compton.”

The Warriors improved their record (7-1-1) with a 3-0 victory. Contributing to the victory was midfi elder Yennifer Baca, who sealed the game for the Warriors.

“It felt great, all I wanted was to start

the season off with a win and continue to work hard to keep up our good record,” Baca said.

“I think we played really well and I’m defi nitely satisfi ed with the result,” Jaymie Baquero, coach, said.

The team started off a little slow, but was able to score in the fi rst half. Once the second half began, the team picked up the pace and sealed its third straight win.

“I believe it wasn’t our best perfor-mance, but we defi nitely picked up mo-mentum in the second half and that’s where we began to play as a team again,” Baca said.

Some good passing and communica-tion created the needed moments for the Warriors to score.

“The plays that created the goals like

the runs down the line were important for us,” Baca said.

“We came out a little bit sluggish, but we picked up the pace in the second half and controlled the game,” Baquero said.

The team has shown improvements as the season goes on, but like any other team, it feels it can still work on some of the ar-eas of its game.

“We had good crosses, good runs and controlled the ball well,” Guzman said.

Baca also said communication is key.“We are communicating more which is

making the fl ow of the game easier,” Baca added. “It’s a learning process, but we’ve done a great job of keeping the game under control.”

Like any other team, the Warriors be-lieve that they haven’t hit their full poten-

tial just yet, and know that they can play better.

“Personally, I could have capitalized on shots and some passes,” Guzman said. “We have a lot of good games ahead of us to improve on.”

“There are areas we can work on, but we’ve made progress in the games we’ve played and I’m happy with the improve-ments,” Baquero said.

The Warriors will look to extend their win streak when they face off against Cer-ritos College tomorrow. The game will start at 7 p.m. at Murdock Stadium.

“We’re playing the team that has been in fi rst place for the last couple of years, however we’re not afraid because we know that Cerritos is not unbeatable,” Baquero said.

ON DECK

Women’s Volleyball

Friday at 6 p.m. at Long Beach City CollegeWednesday at 6 p.m. vs. CerritosFriday Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. vs. Pasadena City College

Football

Bye WeekSaturday Oct.15 at 6 p.m. vs College of The Canyons

Women’s Water Polo

Friday and Saturday at 7 a.m. at Ventura College (tournament)Wednesday at 3 p.m. vs. Mt. Sac College

Men’s Soccer

Friday at 1 p.m. at L.A Harbor CollegeTuesday at 2 p.m. vs. Pasa-dena City College

Women’s Water Polo

Wednesday at 4:15 p.m. vs. Mt. Sac College

Women’s Soccer

Wednesday at 4 p.m. at L.A Harbor College

8 SPORTS October 6, 2011 / El Camino College Union

In another close game, the football team de-feated Palomar on Saturday, 28-23 at Escondido High School.

Peter Walton got the Warriors’ rushing attack going with a 2-yard touchdown run to give the Warriors a 7-0 lead.

After the touchdown, the Warriors found themselves in a back-and-fourth battle until the defense was able to hold Palomar to a fi eld goal in the second quarter.

Alondra Johnson capped off the second quar-ter scoring on a 1-yard run with 17 seconds re-maining in the half.

Alondra would go on to be the leader of the offense, accumulating a total of 169 yards rushing and averaging 7 yards per carry.

Florida-native Jahrie Level found himself as one of quarterback Omar Herrera’s favorite tar-gets, tallying a total of seven receptions.

Herrera fi nished the night with 245 yards pass-ing, with one touchdown and no interceptions.

The Warriors defense was the icing on the cake to fi nish the game.

Warriors’ defensive back Khalid Marshall came in at the 7 yard line to pick off a pass by Comets quarterback David Fisher.

Alondra Johnson ran through the Comets de-fense for 63 yards that set up a 2-yard touchdown run by Eric Capacchione with 1:21 left to put the game away.

After this victory the Warriors are ranked No.11 in the Nation by JC Grid-Wire.

El Camino opened this game scoring late in the fi rst quarter, when Peter Walton capped a 35 yard drive with a 2-yard run. Robert Taumoelau gave the Warriors great fi eld position when he in-tercepted Fisher’s pass.

The Comets came back and scored on a 4-yard pass from Fisher to Cory Soto that capped a seven play, 74-yard drive.

The Comets took the second quarter with a

10-7 lead and missed a chance to extend the lead when Mercado hit the crossbar on a 49-yard fi eld goal attempt.

The mistake for the Comets was letting, the Warriors get by when they had the Warriors pinned at the 6-yard line with 6:30 to play. A.J Johnson gained 92 of the 96 yards on the drive, including a 53-yard sprint, and this is where Ca-pacchione fi nished the drive with the 2-yard run.

The Warriors were able to overcame 16 pen-alties and three turnovers (two fumbles and an interception). A.J. Johnson and Peter each had a fumble for the game.

Jordan Tavai was a leader for the defense because he was constantly found his nose in the backfi eld. To end the night Tavai fi nished with one sack, a forced fumble and was giving Comets quarterback David Fisher problems all night.

The Warriors will now go into this weekend’s bye week with a 5-0 record. The Warriors will suit up again Oct.15, when College of the Canyons comes to Murdock Stadium.

The Warriors Shanese Douglas reaches for the save in a close game against Pasadena College last Friday. The women’s water polo team lost the match 11-8.

Sylwia M. Ozdzynski

Sheila BroussardStaff Writer

Football team overcomes turnovers for victory

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Jennifer Oh /Union

The Warriors Charlie Gonzalez No. 18 forward, battles for possession of the ball Sunday against an EC Compton player. The team won the game against, Compton 1-0 at Murdock Stadium.

Runners fi nish seventh at the Ontario So CalInvitationalRunners come within fi ve points of fourth place at last weekend’s invite in Ontario.

Sergio Reynoso

Staff Writer

Sweat beads dripped down the side of his face, mak-ing their way down to his chest as he took a few deep breaths crossing the fi nish line, David Rosales once again led the men placing tenth place with a 21:13 time over the 4.05 mile course against 272 runners.

Only fi ve points away from placing fourth, fi fth or even sixth place, EC cross-country men came in seventh place on Friday at the Southern California Champion-ships preview invitational, at Guasti Regional Park in Ontario.

As minutes began to slip away, the Warriors pushed to the fi nish line by sticking close together bringing Jus-tin Caracoza in 31st place coming in at 21:48, four places behind him taking 35th place was Jon Nakai coming in at 21:53.

Alex Villaescusa coming in at 21:56 placing 38th place, right behind him was Drew Griffi e in 39th place also coming in at 21:56.

Absent from the previous invitationals due to his re-cent illness, Anthony Lewis was seen back on the scene. He placed 64th place coming in at a 22:23 time.

“It was good to see top 2010 returner Anthony Lewis back from a two week illness,” coach, Dean Lofgren, said.

The crowd may have noticed an unfamiliar face this time, as Mike Guizar, came in 90th place at 23:02.

Taking the lead, L.A. Trade Tech won the team title with 41 points, with Orange Coast right behind them in second place with 106 points; American River placed third with only a seven point difference, fi nishing with 113 points.

Finishing fourth, fi fth and sixth place were San Diego Mesa with 148 points, LA Valley with 151 points, and Riverside with 152 points, leaving El Camino in seventh place with 153 points.

On the other hand, placing 27th against 32 other teams, freshman Chloe Stager led the women to its fi n-ish, followed by freshmen Lauren Brown, Karlie Castro-Kahn, Julissa Vaca and Winter Wyatt.

“Our women’s team is pretty small this time but I en-joy running and it’s good motivation,” Stager said.

Even without much experience the women’s cross-country team gains more familiarity every time it runs the fi eld.

“El Camino placed 27th in the 32 team fi eld with a young group that continue to get better as they acquire more experience,” Lofgren said.

Unlike the men’s race, Orange Coast took the lead and won the team title for the women with 22 points. With top ranked Glendale’s absence, El Camino placed 27th in the 32 team fi eld.

The teams are still looking for its star power after the loss of David Cardona and Jose Lezama who transfered. Anthony Lewis will look to fi ll those shoes when he com-petes in the next invitational this weekend.

The next meet for cross-country men and women will be the Mt. San Antonio College Invitational at Mt. SAC Friday, Oct.14.

Men’s soccer team loses 1-0 to the Falcons after tying Victor Valley SundaySheila BroussardStaff Writer

Ben Turnbull, defender, gave the Warriors a 1-0 lead with a great goal in the fi rst half of Sunday game between EC and Victor Valley.

“It was a shot from outside the box and I’m the leader in defense,” Turnbull said.

John Britton, coach, called that one of the most memo-rable plays from Sunday’s game.

“Turnbull is goal was pretty memorable and least memo-rable was our poor quality in the second half,” Britton said.

That was one of two goals from the Warriors on Sun-day the other came from Chris Marcstadt, forward, but that wasn’t enough as EC tied Victor Valley 2-2 on Sunday.

There are a few things that the team needs to work on that would have helped it on Sunday.

“We are working on fi nishing off our games, the coaching was supreme and our plays were intact, but poor decisions cost us two goals and we should have won that game,” Brit-ton said.

The Warriors expect to fi nish off games and avoid any-more ties this season.

“Start fi nishing off our goals and the wins will start com-ing along more our way,” Zach Petow, said.

The Warriors knew they had a win on Sunday.“Sunday was our game to win (against Victor Valley),”

Britton said.The entire men’s soccer team stood out on Sunday, de-

spite giving up two goals to the Rams.“The team performed well, but our three mistakes stood

out on Sunday,” Britton said.The team jumped out to a 1-0 lead, but ended up with a

2-2 tie.“We started off really well and got tired from the hard

week and the two games we played,” Petow said.On Tuesday, EC gave up a second half goal to midfi elder

Juan Ochoa of Cerritos College, as the Falcons gave EC a 1-0 lost at home.

Goalkeeper Willy Figueroa made 11 saves to give them a chance to win against a powerhouse team like Cerritos on Tuesday.

Despite falling to the Falcons at home this past Tuesday, Britton was really proud of this team effort.

“(Tuesday’s game) was one of our best performances this season,” Britton said.

The team hopes to start converting scoring chances and make goals for the team and have a chance to win more games.

“We need to improve on our scoring chances,” Britton said.

The Warriors’ next game is on Friday, as they travel to Wilmington to take on Los Angeles Harbor College at 1 p.m.

The team looks forward to the cross-town match-up which always proves to be a tough game.

“Because of the rivalry between the teams we expect a competitive game from them and we expect a more improved team performance from (Tuesday’s game),” Britton said.

Warriors lose to Pasadena CollegeMatt SimonSports Editor

On a hot and sunny afternoon, the women’s water polo team was unable to handle the heat.

In a highly contested match against Pasadena City College, the Warriors found themselves on the deep end of the pool in a 11-8 loss, last Saturday.

“We have games where we aren’t into it,” Katlyn VanNieu-wenjuyse said. “Pasadena wasn’t better than us, we just didn’t push ourselves to win and if we had, we

defi nitely would have won.”The team is riding the shoulders

of fi rst-time goalie Shanese Doug-las who has been in front of the net all season.

“I need to work on my cross cage shots,” Douglas said. “We need to work on communicating more and helping each other and making sure people are ready for passes when they are coming.”

Leading scorer for the team, Kristie Wand, was shutout for the fi rst time this season which slowed down the team’s offense.

“It was the fi rst time all sea-

son where Kristie (Wand) was held without scoring any points.”

Ariel Carillo scored four goals which helped the team stay in the game.

Douglas struggled a little bit in the second half and Pasadena took adavantage and made some good shots, coach, Corey Stanbury, said.

The third quarter was where the team faltered and was unable to take advantage when it had 6 on 5 opportunities.

“The best player was very suc-cessful against us in the second half,” Stanbury said.

Going into this weekend’s tour-nament at Ventura College, the team will look to correct its mistakes that cost it during the Pasadena game.

“We need to be able to keep our poise in pressure situations,” Stan-bury said.

The team is confi dent in its abil-ity and will be looking to continue its success as the season progresses.

“We have a great team and just need to fi x a couple things here and there,” Douglas said. “We have great coaches that are always help-ing us and answering any questions we have.”