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AS Official Election Results

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

San Diego City College
Associated Students Election Results for 2010-20

* OFFICIAL WINNER

AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY COLLEGE A.S.G. CONSTITUTION PASSED - YES- 485* NO -111

PRESIDENT:

ALBERTO "BETO" VASQUEZ 391*

ABDULKADIR "KLUE" AHMED 127

OMAR MI

Vasquez wins; Ahmed challenges process

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

In what turned out to be a competivite Associated Student election, presidential candidates Beto Vasquez received 391 votes, Abdulkadir Ahmed 127 and Omar Miyazaki 106, according to the AS office on May 11.

No new vandalism reports, police say

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

As school janitors and campus police became inundated with crime reports and vandalism occurring in the B and M building bathrooms, allegedly done by San Diego High School students, they have decided to lock those bathrooms from 2 p.m. to 9 a.m. Monday through Friday in order to prevent further incidences from occurring. The B and M building bathrooms will remain locked until campus police or Plant Operations can come up with a better solution, campus police Sgt. Jordan Mirakian said.

Grads to walk May 21

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

San Diego City College Graduation will be held on May 21 in Balboa Park's Spreckel's Organ Pavilion at 6 p.m. Approximately 350 students will take part in the graduation commencement ceremony this year.

Campus event features student research projects

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

MESA Program Director Rafael Alvarez helped organize the Sixth Annual Research Symposium held on May 6 in the Gorton Quad, which featured undergraduate student research by more than 250 presenters.

Students honored at luncheon

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The 22nd annual Honors Reception presented by the San Diego Community College District Honors Program and hosted by Chancellor Constance Carroll began at the Prado restaurant in Balboa Park Tuesday, May 4.

City Times wins 3 first place awards

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

At its annual awards ceremony last month, the California College Media Association awarded City Times with two first place prizes within its division, one in the "General Excellence" category and the second for "Overall Design."

Successful Knights baseball season comes to an end

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Knights' most successful season in 17 years, ended May 8 at Morley Field with a devastating 2-1 loss in a three-game regional playoff series against No. 16 seed Cuesta College, who will now move on to the Super Regionals.

That's a wrap!

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

As the Spring 2010 semester comes to an end and summer break is on the horizon, so must the sports season. Some teams had more heart wrenching ends than others, but all of the teams had to see their seasons come to an climax, whether it was a happy or sad ending.

The San Diego Enforcers

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

When he is not looking out for campus safety Sgt. Jordan Mirkian is most
likely out in the football field playing for the San Diego Enforcers, a team
that also includes local firefighters and paramedics.

The Enforcers are part of the National Public Safety Football League made up of 28 teams and is also non-profit organization whose "goal is to earn money for charities via
spirited play," according to its Website.

Volleyball player gets recruited by Boise State

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The journey ends here at San Diego City College for the 6-foot women's volleyball middle blocker Darlene Nwagbuo, who has been recruited by Boise State University.

Campus police officers, enforcers on the field

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

When he is not looking out for campus safety,
Sgt. Jordan Mirakian is most likely out in the football field playing for the San Diego Enforcers, a team that also includes local firefighters and paramedics.

2010 FIFA World Cup set for June 11

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

On June 11 around 7 a.m. the South African "Nkosi Sikelel iAfrika" and Mexican "Himno Nacional" national anthems will be sung.

A brief glimpse into the past

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

As another semester draws to an end and another class of City graduates prepare to don cap and gown, we take a look at semesters past at City College.

Historical Balboa Stadium

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

A part of the original City College and San Diego High School campuses was Balboa Stadium. Built in 1914 in preparation for the Pan-California Exposition, this massive, concrete bowl hosted presidents, adventurers, pro football championships and epic music events.

Fighting for your right to education

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

City College English Professor Jim Miller has returned from a journey reminiscent of Cesar Chavez and other civil rights leaders. His pilgrimage was to the state capitol and his goal was to stand up (and march) for students in California.

Who is Jennifer Montgomery?

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Jennifer Montgomery, development director for KSDS Jazz 88.3, fulfilled a lifelong dream when she entered as a hopeful contestant to the game show Jeopardy last September.

Students face tough choices

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

In this economic climate, many City College students have to juggle a full school schedule along with a full-time job in order to be self-sufficient. For some, this heavy load has proven to be a bit much to carry.

Rodriguez, BEAT and beyond

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

As he slowly peeled an orange, Jose Rodriguez, a City College student and one of three student founders of the Bring Education and Activism Together Club, said he doesn't like being called a founder of BEAT because that would give him some sort of status he doesn't feel he should have.

A look inside City College tattoo culture

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The idea of intentionally marking one's body can be daunting, especially considering the fact that it's not only permanent, but the process itself can be painful, too. Despite that, the trend of tattooing is, and has been, on the rise for about the past decade and grows exponentially with each year that passes.

Before you go under the gun

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

So you're thinking about showing that special someone how devoted you are with some life-long body art? Or maybe you just want to become one with your favorite masterpiece. Here's a list I've compiled containing tips from Karen L. Hudson, author of "Living Canvas: Your Complete Guide to Tattoos, Piercings, and Body Modification," as well as from the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department Web site. Consider this advice before going under the needle.

French Toast à l'Orange

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Ingredients:

4 eggs
1 tbsp sugar, optional
1 ½ cups milk
10 - 12 slices any bread
½ cup orange juice
A few pieces orange peel, torn
½ tsp vanilla
1 tsp nutmeg
½ tbsp cinnamon
Desired amount butter

Directions:
Whisk eggs until they are evenly colored and frothy - with a coat of air bubbles on top.

Eateries That Give Freebies

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Have a low budget and a birthday coming up? With the economy as it is now, maybe you're worried your friend, relative, or significant other just won't have it this year to take you out to a big dinner. Maybe you want to spend time with friends - but can't afford a big party.

Art and poetry alive at Saville

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Students in Philosophy 108 and Graphic Design 149 not only study philosophy and art - they live it.

Random Acts of Dance is just that

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The stage was set for the Dance Department's latest concert and as guests quickly packed in the seats, they were greeted by a headless and limbless manikin with an open wound exposing the heart - random.

'Pippin' - a play, an achievement

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

When a student has a large assignment, such as a term paper, the task seems daunting and much work goes into achieving a good grade. Fortunately for a regular student, their only criticism is usually in the form of a letter grade from their professor. If, however, you are a part of a stage production in college, your critics make up the entire audience, along with your professor and peers.

The many faces of Toni Collette

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Late last year, Showtime finally released one of its new hit shows' first season, "United States of Tara," on DVD. Fans re-lived meeting Tara's personalities, or alters, in the first episodes and were reminded of all the reasons why they were so impatiently waiting for Season 2. On March 22, "United States of Tara" finally returned for its second season on Showtime.

Remake of'Nightmare' movie is anything but

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The end of April is here and another remake in the endless array of unoriginal ideas that has graced the silver screen of late has come with it. "A Nightmare On Elm Street," however, isn't half bad. The story is the same as before. Fred Krueger was a janitor at a preschool who may or may have played bad touch with the children of Elm Street.

B.o.B drops a bomb

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Hip-hop has been waiting for a messiah for awhile now; an artist who has mass appeal and who can generate buzz across many different genres. Atlanta's B.o.B. just might be that artist.

Debate on Arizona's 'no illegal immigrants'

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

"Senora, please step out of the vehicle. Your shoes, your Indian hair, your skin color and your demeanor are a total indication that you are illegal in this country."

Debate on Arizona's 'no illegal immigrants'

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Protests, Web sites and petitions galore have mounted against the newly-passed Arizona law (SB 1070). Thousands hit the streets of Arizona, claiming the bill is "unconstitutional," "irrational" and "dangerous." Members of the press have compared it to Adolf Hitler's orders to the SS to demand papers from Jewish people. Although our society seems a far cry from the Third Reich, the passing of the bill definitely shadows the absurdities of the once superpowers, swiftly authorizing law enforcement to spearhead the "war on immigration."

How do you feel about the Arizona immigration law?

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Question: to drill or not to drill?

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Just when Californians thought it was safe to get back in the water, the sight of oil drenched birds and blackened waters began to appear on the nightly news.

The death of objectivity

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

It was never my true intention to be a journalist. I always enjoyed writing and felt a sense of accomplishment when research papers and English essays came to me with ease. It wasn't until entering the newspaper world that I fell hard for the pursuit of the truth and reporting it to the public. What better way to merge my love for writing than serving our readership, providing them the facts to ask the questions that keep conversations vibrant. I would soon find out that exercising my right to free speech came with a price.

This one goes out to all the campus litterbugs

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Northeast of Hawaii, about 2,000 kilometers off of our west coast, lies a vortex of commingled trash twice the size of the state of Texas. No, it isn't some kind of enormous landfill; it's a floating garbage patch out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.

Realizing the fine print on the 'American Dream'

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

If I started this piece by saying that I always land on my feet, one could easily imply that I also have nine lives. Obviously, I'm referencing a cat here, but after the past couple of weeks that I've had, I can't help but analyze this little metaphor on cats.

And the geek shall inherit the Earth

Tue, 18 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

An open letter to my fellow geeks, losers, nerds and dorks.