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ASB secretary to take on the role as President

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Juan Paolo Canteras, Photo Courtesy of LBCC.

 

Current ASB secretary Juan Paolo Canteras won the ASB president seat for the school year of 2018-2019. 

Juan Paolo Canteras won ASB president with 293 votes, Amber F. Sollenberger won ASB secretary 307 votes, Nash Neyra won ASB treasurer with 313 votes, Donell Jones won student trustee with 208 votes, Tam Nguyen won PCC vice-president, and Jaren Leary won LAC vice president.

Donnell Jones, 29, a public policy and law major, newly elected student trustee said, “Winning the elections was just the first step of really getting in and trying to elicit change and represent our students the best I can.”

Jones said the election process was interesting. He said, “I had to go out there and make his name more known. People already recognized him from his previous works with clubs. I had to inform people about who I am, what he does, what he is about, and why he is running for the position.”

Donnell Jones. Photo Courtesy of LBCC

He said, “In the times that we are in right now, now is the best time for students to speak up because students have been speaking up all across America, specifically high school levels. There is so many things going on and there was a slot meeting this morning with the senior leadership, and they came up with his same goal about getting more students involved with different committees so they can their perspective on certain issues, instead of making a lot of guesswork. I want more student feedback because there is a lot of committees putting programs for student success. Iwill do my part to spread people’s input if they cannot make it.”

Jones added, “My end goal is to get our student body involved in what is going on with their leadership. If I can do anything then is to get more of us involved in making decisions that are going to affect us.” 

Jaren Leary, a psychology major, 22  said, “I am really excited for the new academic year and he would love to learn from his predecessor. I wanted to bring a new perspective for both campuses and to unite them, and to make both campuses better. Both the ASB programs are under LBCC and just because he is the LAC Vice-President does not make him just a representative for the LAC campus. I live closer to the PCC campus so he has perspective on both campuses. I just wants to bring a new perspective and innovation to LBCC in general. I wanted to include some of the sponsorship of the CSC committee. I know his title is only for LAC, but he wants to include the CSC in both campuses. I want more people in meeting because people see things that their leaders might not know about. I want LBCC to be a better place and said go Vikings and have a good day!”

Esmeralda Martinez, 19, an early childhood education major said, “I had heard about the ASB elections, but she said she did not vote. I heard about the ASB elections from the school emails and ASB election signs. I would not participate in the future.”

Martinez responded to Donell Jones objective about having more student participation and she said probably in the future.

Erick Cervantes, 18, an animations major said, “I did not know about the ASB elections. This was the first time hearing about the ASB elections. I would probably not keep up to date with future elections but i will get more involved in future with ASB elections.”

Cervantes responded about more student involvement and he said it depends and it could happen. “Students who want get more involved with politics would be interested with more future involvement.”

ASB elections encourages students to vote

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ASB elections encourages students to vote

 

Garrett Flowers, 25, a philosophy major, said he is walking to school to attend class and happened to see the voting booth on the way, and he said,”I finally got a chance to vote.” Flowers voted for Donnell Jones for student trustee and Jaren Leary for vice President in LBCC at the Quad April 25,2018.

ASB elections are here Tuesday, April 24, come vote and get free snacks at the quad in LBCC and meet the current ASB president Javier Salcedo  is transferring to CSULB.

Garrett Flowers, 25, a philosophy major said he was walking to class and he saw the voting booth and he said, “ I finally got a chance to vote.  Flowers said he voted for Donnell Jones for student trustee and Jaren Leary for vice president. “Donnell Jones came in at LBCC around the same time I did and he always been genuine, a really cool guy, and he has always been shooting for greatness and I’m friends with Donnell Jones.”

Alexis Jenkns 21, a biochemistry major, was walking to class and saw the booth, and said she wanted to vote. Jenkins said she voted for Andrew Mvrvos for PCC ASB vice president because he is her friend and  did not know that he was running, until today. Jenkins said, “Okay, I am voting for you.” She said Mvros is the only reason she voted.

Cameron Bell, 19, a music major looks at the computer and ” Kyle Davis is behind him, Teresa Miller, 21, a psychology major (right). They were voting at the quad in LBCC April 25, 2018. 

 

Cameron Bell, a music major, 19  said, “I want to thank LBCC for being so generous as to let us enjoy good music, play good music on this campus. I played on this campus on his bass for two years and everyone loves it. It has been a joy because he has been given so many opportunities to where he wants to be in the future.”

Javier Salcedo, 21, a business and communications major the ASB president said, “I am here to push students to vote for their ASB representatives for the 2018 -2019 academic year. I wanted more students to be involved and to exercise their rights. Also for LBCC students to vote and they can find the link online, stop by the A-building or fish bowl because it is always open, and it is a great place to go. Jan Paolo is a great fit for ASB president.”

Salcedo said he is transferring to CSULB next semester.

VIDEO: Tong Wins Races and Crown in Mini Grand Prix 2018

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VIDEO: Tong Wins Races and Crown in Mini Grand Prix 2018
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Video : Undercurrents exhibit displays art by surfers

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Video : Undercurrents exhibit displays art by surfers

Six artists display their original art in the Undercurrents exhibit at the LAC art gallery. The gallery will be open and free of charge until April 26.

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Tech Info insufficient

Erin Asis
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Tech Info insufficient

When computers shut down, students overheat.
Since April 3rd, LBCC has been experiencing technical difficulties in its systems. We could not sign up for classes, access Financial Aid, professors can’t access their work or grades, causing them to cancel class and put a hold on work as well.
When students found out about the technical issues, the college was experiencing, questions arose since students were being left uninformed. Students were wondering if the system had been hacked, whether the college was the victim of a virus and was personal information accessed. Students also wondered was the problem related to ransom-ware, cryptocurrency or database encryption.
Neither the administrators nor technology staff members were able to give us details, with those employees saying they weren’t in a position to give us information.
Whether at work or at school, we rely on an expert to fix all our technical needs regardless of how big the problem. They usually make themselves open, claiming we can reach out to them for any questions. But in this case we got shut down.
Whatever the problem is, the main concern was our personal information. We gave the school all our information like birthdate, Social Security number, phone number and home addresses. We could’ve had our information stolen and be prone to identity theft.
Some professors claimed their grades were lost for a couple months back. This dilemma leads to problems for transfer and graduating students. We wonder if our transcripts will be sent to universities. Professors have been offering the option of having students re-submit their already graded work and add their grades to the records that were lost.
However, students who do not have their original work may have to redo their assignments. Will they be able to re-do their homework or quizzes and submit them for a new grade? Or does the teacher just let it slide, granting the student a free pass?
Students and teachers have put their USB drive in the computer system at school to access their work from home, but the school systems corrupted their work , causing the systems to delete every work they have accomplish over the semester from their own personal drive. Does that mean the malware system could be this serious and IT or the administration don’t want to say anything that could cause an uproar in the school and community? And if it is, how soon will the system will be completely fixed and safely secured before somebody steals our identity?
Financial Aid and the cashier’s office were shut down since they did not have access to school records so payments and disbursements were delayed.
Late-start and Summer classes were each given new dates for registration.
The technical issue is severely affecting everyone at LBCC.

Malware Terminology 101

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Malware Terminology 101
Infographics by M. Smith.

LBCC Board of Trustees react to Area 1 Election

Gabby Castro
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The results of April 11 election, commenced new leadership as part-time engineering professor at CSULB Uduak-Joe Ntuk beat longest tenured Trustee Jeff Kellogg in the LBCC Board of Trustees Area 1 election.

After the election defeat members of the board and students react as Kellogg will be exiting in July after 16 years of serving on the board.

Jorgel Chavez, Student Trustee said, “I was surprised about the results, Jeff has been serving the community colleges for a long time, but it was a pleasure serving and an honor working with Kellogg.” Uduak-Joe will be a great addition to the team. His objectives will reflect the direction the citizens of the city of Long Beach and a step forward for LBCC.

Throughout his time on the board Kellogg accomplished the establishment of both Youth in Government and Kids Council, programs that teach and promote student involvement with government.

Board of Trustees Area 2 representative and the first Latina elected on the board, Vivian Malauulu said, “Kellogg’s experience was valuable to me as a new Trustee.”

Members congratulate and look forward to the new addition as Ntuk becomes the first African-American male to serve on the board and further reflects the diverse community of Long Beach.

Ntuk has vocalized his ambitions and concerns for students and campaigned by connecting with voters who saw his story reflected in themselves. He was a former LBCC student who was working two jobs and a teen parents, to later becoming a professor at CSULB in 2015.

Malauulu added, “He is someone who truly knows the need of the community and I look forward to working with him.”

Board of Trustees Area 4 representative Douglas W. Otto commends Ntuk on his win but acknowledges “It’s going to be a lot of work.”

Mad for Wonderland fashion show coming to LBCC

Irene Brizuela
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Mad for Wonderland fashion show coming to LBCC
photo courtesy of the LBCC Fashion department

The LBCC fashion show production class is in the works to put on this year’s fashion show themed “The Wonderland Mad Fashion Show.”

Wonderland Mad will take place on Saturday, May 26, starting at 7:30 p.m. and will be located in the gym at the LAC.

The designers and stylists have come together to create garment pieces for each specific character from the Alice in the Wonderland movie.

“The theme will be incorporated into the runway design and the stage team plans to make the runway unique and something that is not really seen everywhere else.” said Priscilla Garibay, the publicity co manager.

“It’s not only going to be a fashion show, we are also having entertainment in between each sets.” said Cindy Monge, the publicity co manager.

At a press shoot at the Horticulture Garden located at the PCC, Photographer Christian Millan is seen capturing a photo of the model, Lulu, who volunteered her service for the press shoot.

The set designs and props that will be used in the show are all donated from local business in the Long Beach area.

Tickets will come on sale by the second week of April. For more ticket information visit lbcc.edu/fashiondesign or email lbccfashionmktg@gmail.com.

Souls Touched by Author

Irene Brizuela
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A child development and educational studies professor took part in the library Book Talk Series to recount her story of surviving and thriving in the wake of child sexual abuse in her book Can’t Touch my Soul.

The author, Donna Rafanello, of Can’t Touch my Soul does not only write about her story, but includes sixty personal stories of adult survivors of child sexual abuse as well that she interview herself.

Rafanello’s book is a guide to recovery, from the earliest stages of remembering to overcoming the coping and defense mechanisms children adapt to survive. Her book also consists of research and information on post-traumatic stress disorder and healing therapies.

If interested in reading the book, there is one copy available each at the PCC and LAC library. It is also accessible at retailers online like Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

The library Book Talk Series is geared to find administrators that have written books and don’t mind sharing their book and sharing their stories with the students.

For students that are interested in learning more or want to get involved in sexual assault awareness month,  Survivors Night will take place on Monday, April 16th, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the LAC Fishbowl located in E119.

“Survivors Night will be very informal. It is ran by the student committee. They are all survivors that have created a safe space for anyone to come in and talk about their experiences through sharing circles,” said Sylvia Garcia from student affairs.

With twelve more events that are set up this sexual assault awareness month, students are welcomed to take part in as many events as possible.

More events to take place are the Clothesline Project on Wednesday, April 18th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Quad at PCC, where students will be able to create Tshirts that depict various forms of violence against women, then publicly display them to “ air out the dirty laundry” according to LBCC site.

Malware culprit behind chaos on LBCC’s network

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Malware culprit behind chaos on LBCC’s network

After nearly a week of uncertainty about the status of the systems outage at LBCC, it has been determined that the servers on campus have been infected with cryptocurrency-mining malware, according to LBCC’s Chief Information Systems Officer Sylvia Lynch.

Lynch informed in a meeting on April 13 that her team initially discovered the malware during spring break on Tuesday, April 3.

It was thought that they had the infestation under control on Monday, but quickly found out that their work was far from over.

“Tuesday, I get a phone call that we have another infestation,” Lynch said. “This one resulted in encryption. It seems like we did not really get rid of it the first time.”

There has been at least one case of a computer on campus having its data encrypted. The school has not received any ransom requests.

A poster hangs in the doors of the T Building informing about the system issue.

Lynch urged that nobody use storage devices, such as USB flash drives, on any computers connected to the school network, as this could result in encryption of the data on these devices which could spread onto other computers they connect to.

Anyone who has connected a storage device to their personal computer that was previously connected to a school computer is encouraged to run a virus scan.

Lynch reiterated that it did not appear that the malware was a threat to the personal data of students and staff and said that all student transcripts were backed up on Laserfiche, an external storage system that is not connected to the school network.

Students expecting to receive their financial aid disbursements this week will still receive their money and staff members will be paid on time.

In addition, the enrollment deadline for students registering in late-start 8 week classes has been pushed back on Friday, April 20. 

Summer Session registration is still scheduled for April 23. 

There is still currently no timeline for when all systems will be operational, and Lynch seems to think that it will not be a quick fix.

“I imagine it’s going to be a very long process to bring everything back up to what we see as normal,” Lynch said.

This new information runs counter to the college’s previous messages about the outage which is as recent as Thursday night stated that there was no evidence of criminal activity or malware.

Superintendent-President Reagan Romali had previously referred to the incident as a “small bump in our normal day,” and denying any forms of hacking, malware or ransomware as informed from the IT Services.

An email was sent to staff members Thursday night concerning about the issue, highlighting the inconvenience of the situation. 

“Before I provide an update, let me start with an apology.” Romali said. “I am so deeply sorry for the terrible inconvenience this issue has caused each of you and I feel your frustration, anger and unrest.”

Students and staff are urged to check lbcc.edu/itupdate where the school will be posting updates as they receive new information.

 

( revised April 15: A correction has been made after the enrollment and deadline dates were mislabeled. Article previously stated that April 20 were summer classes enrollment deadline have been corrected to late-start 8week classes deadline. Summer class regristration date has also been added.  )

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