Letter to the Editor: “Go Where the World Goes: Unless you’re Jose”
Diana Hernandez, Rosario Cruz, Betsy Chacon, Karina Hernandez, Josieline Hernandez and -Sociology 31
December 9, 2010
Go Where the World Goes: Unless you’re Jose By: Diana Hernandez, Rosario Cruz, Betsy Chacon, Karina Hernandez, Josieline Hernandez and -Sociology 31 “All students have the human and civil right to a quality public education that develops their potential, independence, and character”... Read more »
Letter to the Editor: “A Dream of a Nightmare 2″
Santa Monica College MECHA (Movimiento Estudiantial Chicano/a de Aztlan)
December 8, 2010
Santa Monica College Corsair Staff, We, the members of Santa Monica College MECHA (Movimiento Estudiantial Chicano/a de Aztlan), and concerned students are outraged by the insensitive and inaccurate editorial titled “A Dream or a Nightmare” and the racist, hostile and thoughtless cartoon... Read more »
Letter to the Editor: “A Dream of a Nightmare”
Maria Martinez and Patti Del Valle
December 8, 2010
Dear SMC Community, In response to the “A Dream of a Nightmare” editorial by Julie Newsome (November 24, 2010), we would like to point out some misinformation and provide you with some little known facts about AB 540 students. We were disheartened by the lack of sensitivity on the part... Read more »
SMC’s finest athletes
Jonathan Bue, editor in chief
December 8, 2010
“I’m never satisfied with where I am at.” –Deshawn Stephens Probably the biggest, or tallest, talent to come out of SMC in recent memory is one Deshawn Stephens. The six foot eight inch forward who, as a freshman, averaged 7.4 points and 7.3 rebounds last season has... Read more »
Men’s Basketball Looking Ahead
Miles Arnold, Sports Editor
December 8, 2010
After a loss in the championship game of the Pasadena tournament to Barstow College the SMC Men’s Basketball team is looking to rebound and bring home a championship at the upcoming Rio Hondo Tournament Starting December 9th. Head coach Jerome Jenkins feels the team he has put together this year... Read more »
Alcopops: Absolutely Loko
Adam Rubin, Staff Writer
December 8, 2010
A much overdue decision was made November 17th when the FDA issued warning letters to four caffeinated alcoholic beverage producers, including Fusion, the creator of now infamous drink, Four Loko. Despite the fact that many have characterized this move as an overreaction; in reality, it was an appropriate... Read more »
May your winter season be festively fruitful
By Alica Forneret, Staff Writer
December 8, 2010
As Christmas music on every radio station becomes inescapable, knit scarves and gloves become appropriate accessories, and the smell of noble firs tickle the nostrils of children reaching under their Christmas trees for gifts, it’s clear that the end of the year is approaching. This winter season... Read more »
SMC offers social networking workshop
Nisha Anais, Staff Writer
December 8, 2010
At any given moment, you can usually spot someone – if not multiple people – hunched over their phones or other electronic devices checking the latest status updates. Besides being a medium for social calls, various social networking sites are becoming the next big thing for job hunting. Last Thursday... Read more »
Naturally Harrison takes steps for a greener tomorrow
By Alica Forneret, Staff Writer
December 8, 2010
As I walked into the foyer of his apartment building in downtown Santa Monica, Harrison Wills began our conversation by introducing himself and immediately pointing out the abundance of energy wasted due to the inefficiency of his building’s design. He spoke, with great contempt, of the dim, overhead... Read more »
Skate your way into skinny jeans
By Jeremy Biglow, Staff Writer
December 8, 2010
Picture this: deep-fried turkey, mashed potatoes, and sweet potato pie, all of which you find yourself eating repeatedly throughout the holiday season. By New Years it’s time to stuff the extra pounds of weight you gained into your old pre-holiday jeans. Now, you’re left with the ultimatum... Read more »
