Viewpoints Fall 2018 issue No. 8 February 7, 2019 by RCC Viewpoints

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Former RCC student seeks to withdraw Enrique Marquez Jr. pleaded guilty to providing material support to terrorists two years ago

Enrique Marquez is shown in a court artist’s sketch during a bail hearing in federal court on Dec. 21, 2015. SAMANTHA BARTHOLOMEW INTERIM NEWS EDITOR

Former Riverside City College student Enrique Marquez Jr. told a federal judge Jan. 25 that he wants to withdraw admissions he made under a plea agreement in February 2017. Marquez supplied the weapons used to kill 14 people and wound 23 others in the December 2015 San Bernardino terrorist attack. Marquez was arrested after calling the police to admit that he purchased the guns that were used by Syed Rizwan Farook and Tashfeen Malik to carry out the attack. The FBI eventually arrested Marquez and questioned him for 10 days, during which Marquez admitted his role in the plots.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office said that Marquez admitted making plans with Farook to commit mass murder at the library or cafeteria of RCC. The men also planned to go on a killing spree along the eastbound Riverside 91 Freeway during afternoon rush hour, identifying a particular section of roadway that had no exits, according to the FBI. Marquez pleaded guilty in February 2017 to one count each of providing material support to terrorists and making false statements in the acquisition of firearms. In exchange for his admissions, the U.S. Attorney’s Office dropped related charges of marriage fraud, immigration visa fraud and lying on a federal document, which Marquez engaged in with Mariya Chernykh, a Russian immigrant.

The pair created a joint checking account and a backdated lease that implied they shared a marital residence, enabling her to remain in the country and collect benefits, according to court papers. They also took staged family photos to make the marriage appear legitimate. Marquez and Chernykh signed immigration documents, under penalty of perjury, falsely stating that they both lived at the same Riverside address, prosecutors said. However, Chernykh eventually moved in with another man in Ontario, while Marquez received money from her as part of the arrangement. Chernykh admitted charges of conspiracy, perjury and making false statements to federal officials. She’s free on bond and is slated to be sentenced May 20.

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Marquez appeared with his attorney, John Aquilina, at the U.S. District Court on Jan. 25, where Aquilina told Judge Jesus Bernal that the defense will seek to have the plea agreement voided. According to Aquilina, the reasons for the proposed action will be established in a motion he will submit to the court in May. Federal prosecutors are expected to challenge the motion. Thom Mrozek, a spokesman for the U.S. Attorney’s Office, said that his agency had no immediate comment on Marquez’s request. He said Bernal told the defense that it must submit its motion by May 13. After that, the government will respond, and a hearing on the motion will be held. Mrozek said he could not comment on whether prosecutors would attempt to reinstate the

dropped charges until after Bernal holds that hearing. Marquez had been slated for sentencing on multiple dates in 2017 and 2018. However, after changing attorneys, his sentencing was postponed for an indeterminate period. “This defendant collaborated with and purchased weapons for a man who carried out the devastating December 2, 2015, terrorist attack that took the lives of 14 innocent people, wounded nearly two dozen and impacted our entire nation,” then-U.S. Attorney Eileen Decker said in February 2017. “While his earlier plans to attack a school and a freeway were not executed, the planning clearly laid the foundation for the 2015 attack on the Inland Regional Center.” Marquez is being held without bail in a federal detention center in San Bernardino.

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Former Board member dies Samuel Davis, the first African-American board member, died Jan. 25 SAMANTHA BARTHOLOMEW INTERIM NEWS EDITOR

Samuel Davis, former member of the Riverside Community College District Board of Trustees, died Jan. 25. Davis served on the Board from 2011 to 2014 as its first, and so far only, African-American board member representing Area 5, which includes the city of Moreno Valley. Davis ran for the same seat in 2018, but lost the election to incumbent Tracey Vackar. “Our prayers and sympathies are with the Davis family and friends,” Vackar, RCCD Board of Trustees president, said. Davis was elected to the Board in 2010 and served one term before taking on the position of Board Secretary in 2012 and 2013. He represented the residents of Moreno Valley and was a Trustee who worked on the passage of Measure C, which

designates money to help pay for the acquisition, construction, improvement and renovation of various facilities within the district. “Trustee Davis will be missed and will be remembered for his commitment of serving the underserved,” Chancellor WoldeAb Isaac said. Davis earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry and biology from Texas Southern University, a master’s degree in education from Cal State Dominguez Hills as well as a master’s degree in public health. Davis was known to be involved in the community, volunteering at his church and serving on the Riverside County Advisory Committee on substance abuse. Davis was also a veteran who served in the Vietnam War starting in 1968. A memorial service was held Jan. 31 at Mt. Rubidoux SeventhDay Adventist Church. Davis was interned following the memorial service at the Riverside National Cemetery.

Students dealing with difficulty affording basic needs (sufficient groceries, personal dignity items, stable housing) who believe that this may affect their performance in their classes can contact the Dean of Student Services,Thomas Cruz-Sota. Riverside City College also has a “walk-in” campus food pantry as well as an emergency loan program (up to $200) for students. Simple applications are available in the Student Activities Center. Degree and Certificate Application IMAGE COURTESY OF RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

Samuel Davis served on the Riverside Community College District’s Board of Trustees from 2011-2014.

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Riverside City College’s Urban Farm was one of three colleges to receive an honorable mention for their efforts for sustainable gardening. been recognized on a statewide level.” Throughout the day the farm is open and welcomes students and community members to volunteer, relax and use the space to value the agriculture. Students or community members who wish to volunteer can come in during work days Sundays at 7 a.m. “Our purpose here is for sustainability and so we grow a lot of our own fruits and vegetables,” Corina Anette Gonzalez, a student mentor, said. “You don’t have to be an expert or

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Urban Farm earns statewide honor Riverside City College’s Urban Farm, a model for sustainable gardening on campus, received an honorable mention in the Exemplary Program Award by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors, which recognizes outstanding community college programs excelling in environmental leadership RCC was one of three colleges to receive an honorable mention for their gardening programs. As of September 2013, the farm has evolved into a fast growing sustainable food production source for the community of Riverside to emphasize the importance of sustainability. The Urban Farm is located in the heart of campus by the Math and Science Building right across the Dr. Charles A. Kane Student Services Building. Director Tonya Huff has been in charge of the Urban Farm for the last seven years and has made a great impact within the students and college. “Mostly I’m just glad that the hard work of the students is being recognized because really this project has been a studentdriven project, you know the idea for the garden came from the students that pushed toward the administrators to allow us to do it and then the actual physical labor and planning was majority students,” Huff said. “So it’s really nice to see that effort that has taken so many years have

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anything to help out with plants like I didn’t know really either anything when I first started, so this is where you come and learn. We learn together!” Every Wednesday of the week, the volunteers of the garden distribute the sustainable foods to students for free. A c c o r d i n g t o w w w. thecoachkshow.com, statistics show that an average college student spends about $10-12 a day on food which adds up to $70-80 per week. The Urban Farm has helped many students and community members within

their grocery shopping budget. “For people that have to worry about money, like here is a way to get free food because I know students are hungry,” Joaquin Martinez, a longtime volunteer, said. “The food I have harvested here, I have personally taken to a family in need and to the homeless.” As the Urban Farm progresses and continues to encourage important issues not only on sustainability but in the terms of the environment, administrators have proposed the idea of relocation in the near future. “I’m hoping that the way the administration views it is evolving in a positive way, so they are definitely willing to support us even though there is a high probability that we won’t have to keep this space,” Preston Galusky, the farm’s co-director, said. The idea of relocating the Urban Farm was mentioned by the Vice President of Business Services, Chip West, who was unavailable for comment. To add to their team, the Urban Farm is currently looking for two Sustainable Food Production Education Interns, who would be responsible educating people about smart food choices, water conservation in food production, help with weekly volunteer work days and develop and distribute educational materials. The interns would receive $12.50 an hour, approximately 8-10 hours a week or a 20 hour maximum. Hours are flexible for applicants. Students can apply at https:// csusb.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/ form/SV_7aE9W2gyLCJzlad by Feb. 15 to get involved.

Students can begin to apply for their degree or certificate Feb. 11 if they want to graduate in the spring. The deadline is April 1. In order to complete the application, students must have completed 45 units or be in progress to do so, successfully completed Riverside Community College District’s ENG1A and Math 1-36 and have sent all of their transcripts from other colleges to the district before the deadline. To apply for degrees and certificates, students will need to log into WebAdvisor and choose “Application for Graduation” from the student menu. Campus Closure The campus will be closed Feb. 11 and 15 in observance of Presidents’ Day. Add/Drop Deadlines The last day to add classes or drop them for a refund on WebAdvisor is Feb. 22. The last day to drop without a “W” is Feb. 24. Free Certificate Students have the opportunity to learn the skills necessary to be successful in business by taking tuition-free noncredit courses during the spring semester.

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February 7, 2019

“When you’re tired, sore and can’t do more, that’s the time to do more.”

- Tim Grover

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Freshman forward Quincy Boxley focuses on his shooting as the Tigers prepare for the remaining games left of the basketball season.

Tigers recharge over the break RCC basketball prepares for remaining season NICK PERALTA INTERIM SPORTS EDITOR

Riverside City College’s men basketball team has managed a successful run during the winter break. Over the course of the winter break and semester, RCC has managed to improve their record to 15-8, going 10-3 since Dec. 15 at the end of the fall semester. “We had a slow start at the beginning of the season,” starting guard Rico Tate said. “We’ve picked it up together and now we’re trying to make a run in our conference.” Currently riding a four-game

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winning streak, the Tigers are presently ranked fourth in the Orange Empire Confernece with a 4-3 conference record. Leading the conference is Fullerton College and Saddleback College, both with a 6-1 divisional record. A t t h e h e l m o f R C C ’s offensive battalion is sophomore point guard CJ Clark who, since the winter semester began and ended, has scored 202 points across 13 games, giving him an average of 16 points per game. Overall, Clark has 359 points this season, leading the team in total points scored. Clark also leads the team in free-throws scored with 78 points total. “I’ve done decent, but I feel like my teammates have put me

in a good position,” Clark said. “Before this season I wasn’t doing as much so I have to thank my teammates.” Alongside Clark on offense is fellow sophomore guard Otto Taylor who currently has 250 total points scored this season, third on the team only behind Clark and freshman Tyree Winborn. Taylor also leads the team, not only in three-point shots made, but also leads with the highest three-point scoring rate at 43.1 percent. Winborn, a freshman guard out of Van Nuys, currently has 262 points overall which is the second most on the team. On the defensive side of the ball this season, sophomore forward Frankie McQuay has

impressed with 48 rebounds, the most of any player on the team, 13 steals along with 12 assists. Also contributing to the defense is sophomore guard Rico Tate. Tate leads the team in steals with 14 total as well as defensive rebounds with 26. “We’ve learned how to talk and communicate,” Clark said. “That’s a big part of our team’s success so far. Good things are going to happen in the future.” The Tigers only have a handful of games left to play this season with the California Community College Athletic Association postseason beginning at the end of February. Should the Tigers continue to build on the momentum that they currently

hold, the team could find themselves participating in the Southern California Regionals which begin Feb. 27. T h e Ti g e r s n e x t f a c e divisional rivals Irvine Valley College in an important away game Feb. 12 that could help elevate the team further up the OEC rankings. “We’re trying to win all five of these games,” Clark said. “We’re on a five game win streak, and we’re going to play two teams that we lost to. We gotta get our revenge on them. I feel like we can beat any team. We just gotta stay confident going into the playoffs. We can match up with any team and do well. I’m trying to win.”

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Riverside City College alumni J.C. Jackson earned an NFL Super Bowl championship ring Feb 3. Jackson, a former cornerback for the Tigers in 2016, was picked up as an undrafted free agent in 2018 for the New England Patriots, who went on to defeat the Los Angeles Rams at Super Bowl. Jackson becomes the second RCC alumni to earn a Super Bowl ring.

The women’s tennis team is off to a great start as they have begun their season at 4-0. They initially won their first three games against Southwestern College, San Diego City College and Santa Barbara College in impressively consistent fashion, shutting out all teams with a 9-0 final score. The Tigers next face Rio Hondo College in an away game Feb. 7.

RCC’s men’s tennis team begun their season Jan. 29 with a 4-3 victory over San Diego City College. However weather conditions forced a cancellation of their second game. Instead, RCC would next face Santa Barbara College Feb. 1 where the Tigers would secure their second win, 6-3. The team will next face Grossmont College on Feb. 7 at home.

The women’s basketball team went 8-3 over the course of the winter semester and are presently 11-9 overall. They’re ranked third overall in the Orange Empire Conference with a 6-2 record inside the division. They most recently defeated Fullerton College in a home game winning 67-62. The team will next face Orange Coast College Feb. 8 at home.

LIFE

February 7, 2019

“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.”

Swing on by to see ‘Tarzan’ PATRICK TINDALL

INTERIM LIFE EDITOR

Audiences will swing into the theater for Riverside City College’s newest production. Performance Riverside teams up with RCC to bring forth their ambitious rendition of the famous Broadway show, Disney’s “Tarzan.” Fans of the 1999 movie will absolutely fall in love with the beautiful music, the inspirational story as well as the fabulous actors and dancers. Set deep in a lush, tropical jungle, a baby Tarzan travels with his parents to a new land. The boat is hit by a storm and the family is suddenly shipwrecked on an unfamiliar beach where they encounter dangerous animals. Tarzan’s parents are sadly killed by a leopard and baby Tarzan is left an orphan. He is then found by a curious gorilla named Kala and is taken home to be raised in the jungle, among the gorillas. Fans of the movie or the Broadway play will love the effort put in by Performance Riverside to bring this uplifting musical to the RCC campus. This adaptation of Tarzan features professional actors as well as RCC students. Professional actor Richard Bermudez embodies Tarzan with his masterful acting and was perfectly cast to fit the role. In addition, professional actress Sami Nye plays Jane and

her singing voice and English accent perfectly encapsulate the character. RCC alumus A.J. Raphael does an amazing job playing Terk and his vocal portrayal is almost indistinguishable from the movie character’s. The set design resembles that of the Broadway production and includes moveable ramps and set pieces which add texture and life to the lush jungle landscape. The costumes were fabulous and added some much-needed movement to the furry gorillas, albeit a bit costume-y. Upon realizing that the actors are depicting fictional ape characters who talk and dance in a makebelieve jungle, this is all forgiven. Music is played by a large orchestra and utilizes the lush symphony’s harmonics to add a cinematic element to the Broadway favorites such as Phil Collin’s “Son of Man” and “Strangers Like Me.” The expert prop designers utilized many elements to add depth to the show such as Tarzan swinging on vines with aid from suspended wires as well as Jane being followed across the stage slowly by a six-foot spider with moving legs. The dance numbers are expertly handled by choreographer Carlos Mendoza, as well as the many dancers from Performance Riverside, and included fun, rhythmic and energetic performances to scenes such as when the gorillas from the

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Whether you have extra time on your hands or are passionate about something specific, Riverside City College has a club for you. The beginning of each semester provides students with the opportunity to sign up for their favorite clubs on campus. At RCC, students are encouraged to converse with various groups to help find their perfect match. No matter what your hobby may be, there is a club waiting to recruit you and show all they have to offer. For up and coming photographers, Photo Club is a great place to get started. They provide photography trips and have weekly photo challenges to promote interaction amongst one another. Bio Club plans multiple trips for its students to get hands on experience and activities in various fields of biology and

also can be seen volunteering at events on campus such as Halloweentown. If biology is not your preferred science, RCC also has a Chemistry Club which delves into the many facets of our universe from food to music and everything in between. Another great club to look out for is Gender and Sexuality Awareness club that strives to support and uplift anyone in the LGBTQ community. In addition to being a safe space for students, GSA hosts bi-annual drag shows on campus for student entertainment and participates in various activities on campus. If you tend to gravitate towards the arts department, RCC is more than happy to provide you with Art Club and Clay Club. In Art Club you can expect trips to galleries and fun exercises and discussions on the appreciation of art and in Clay Club you are given the opportunity to make your own pottery on the potter’s wheel and the freedom to design your work however you would like.

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LIFE BRIEFS Performance Riverside Presents: “Tarzan” Based on Disney’s epic animated musical adventure, “ Ta r z a n ” f e a t u r e s To n y Award-winning playwright, David Henry Hwang and heart-pumping music by Phil Collins including the smash hit “You’ll Be in My Heart.” The play runs through Feb. 12. Tickets are available at performanceriverside.org.

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nest invade the researcher’s camp and destroy their belongings set to Phil Collin’s and *NSYNC’s “Doo Bad Shi Doo.” If you’re a fan of late ’90s nostalgia then you will fall in love with this show all over again and it’s message of the power of love, the profoundness of identity

and what is truly the definition of home. Performance Riverside and RCC presents: “Tarzan” is playing Feb. 1-12. Box office hours will be from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Tickets are available at performanceriverside.org.

Rush on over to join a club at RCC BENJAMIN DE LEON

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Now if none of these appeal to you, there are many more clubs to be discovered and students are encouraged to even create their own if they have the passion. The possibilities are endless at RCC because of how diverse the community is. From Auto Club to Law Society to Gaming Club, there is a club that is eager to meet you and have you a part of their team. An added bonus of joining a club is it looks good on transfer applications and can sometimes help one find their passion. The easiest way to get in contact with a club at RCC is

by attending the semester Club Rush on the side of the A.G. Paul Quadrangle, along Terracina Avenue in the beginning of the semester or by getting in contact with club advisors. This semesters club rush will be held on Feb. 26-28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tents decorated with clubs banners can be seen as soon as you enter campus, so do not miss out. If for any reason you cannot make club rush, do not fret. There are multiple ways to get in contact with advisors by simply searching up the club name on the RCC website.

Celebrate Black History Month with a day of food, dance and music. Historic downtown Riverside presents the 40th Annual Black History Parade & Expo. The Parade kicks off at 10am from City Hall and moves the festivities to downtown Riverside where bands, dance groups, food vendors and entertainers all come together to celebrate Black History. The event will be held Feb. 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is free.

“Kinky Boots” Based off a true story, “Kinky Boots” tells the story of Charlie Price inheriting his father’s failing shoe factory while trying to uphold his family legacy and finds inspiration in the form of Lola – a fabulous drag entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. The musical will be performed at the Fox Performing Arts Theater in downtown Riverside from Feb. 12-13. Tickets are available at americantheatreguild.com/ riverside/kinkyboots.

Pop Not Soda Robert Nelson, Craig Skibs Barker and Jeffery Gillette, three contemporary artists from Los Angeles will be presenting their spin on so-cal lifestyles, culture and subculture in RCCs quad gallery. The art will be up from Feb. 25 to April 3 and will be having an opening reception March 7 from 6-8:30p.m.

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Dread result of shutdown

ILLUSTRATION BY MADISON MOORE

Donald Trump’s pride takes blame for shutdown

DIEGO LOMELI INTERIM OPINIONS EDITOR

The longest gover nment shutdown in history has left thousands of federal employees in a state of panic and frustration. It’s no surprise that President Donald Tr ump’s egotistical nature keeps him from fully understanding the true cost of his irresponsible decisions. The salaries of government workers were held hostage for nearly five weeks while they dreaded on the fact that hunger and homelessness had become a genuine concern. The shutdown commenced

over a senseless border security stalemate; it should be clear by now that the wall has nothing to do with security, much less the protection from foreign Central American “invaders”. Du r ing the 35- day long shutdown, Tr ump requested $25 billion i n f u ndi ng for the construction of the wall along the U.S.-Mexico border. The Democratic Par t y was determined to stand in objection to Trump’s demands. It’s all an outbursting fit from Trump. The wall is an embodiment of his pride; his political steadfast that has been degraded by his incompetence and his carelessness for the well-being of American citizens. A president should be able to focus his concern on keeping our country safe without placing its citizens in an unstable financial situation, much less invoke fear into the minds of many. Trump hauls a reckless and destructive agenda with him everywhere he goes, managing to

The longest government shutdown in history has left thousands of federal employees in a state of panic and frustration.

find ways to further accomplish his selfish goals. Over the past three weeks, social media platforms, though mai n ly Twit ter, have been flooded with the stories of federal employees’ endured hardships. St or ie s of u rge nt me d ica l procedures being delayed and parents having to choose between feeding their children or paying their rent were all consequences of the shutdown. Families that rely on Medicaid to cover the major costs of medical care and

equipment simply couldn’t afford to make things work. For some, t he excit i ng process of purchasing a home had stopped entirely due to the shutdown. Financial plans through a rural development loan provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture became out of reach for several thousand families. National Parks, such as the William Howard Taft National Historic Site in Ohio, Mount Rainier National Park

in Washington and Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona, remained closed and unattained to during the shutdown, resulting in litter piling up throughout every park. It was unrealistic for Trump to suggest that families “make adjustments” for their temporary absence of income. In some state prisons across the countries, inmates laughed and mocked their correctional officers while they received three meals a day, something the prison staff could not afford to do. It’s clear our concern should reside with the hundreds of thousands of American people affected by the shutdown. With the amount of money that Trump demands be invested into his wasteful wall, a plethora of other more crucial projects could be funded for. Evidently, Trump is a lot more concerned with the construction of the wall than the potential progress, well within realistic investments, that could help thousands of Americans.

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Confirmation bias arises

Editorial

Bias journalism manipulates media audiences

ILLUSTRATION BY MADISION MOORE

The media played right into the hands of the far right, giving President Donald Trump and his supporters a reason to accuse media outlets of fake news. Journalism has been tainted by politics, unfortunately to the point where either side’s immediate impulse to news is driven by biased ideals and narrow minded political attacks. It’s fair to believe that the left dominates the majority of the news media in the United States the same way it’s fair to believe that the quality of news coverage has decreased. Americans see examples of this everywhere; missing details, confirmation biases and the strict

exclusion of conservative perspectives. The recent coverage regarding the incident between the MAGA hat wearing Catholic school boys and the Native American group at the Lincoln Memorial served as an example of corrupted journalism. When media outlets cherry pick facts, only show biased opinions or lead with a headline in order to facilitate a profit or increase site visits it all leads to biased journalism and has detrimental effects on Americans, as well as our own democracy. Reporters tend to approach newsworthy events with their political steadfastness inf luencing their observations and, as a result, their writing influences their readers into believing inaccurate

depictions of the real world. The danger in this is it’s constantly around us. We, the Viewpoints Editorial Board, believe that journalism should be objective. It’s the journalist’s job to collect every conceivable detail regarding a newsworthy incident. The publication of biased news has carried, on occasion, irreversible consequences. The incident at the Lincoln Memorial was a loss for journalists and media outlets whose political ideals intervened with their roles in society: to inform the public and eradicate ignorance To hold those who hurt the common man accountable should remian a priority among journalists.

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