The best mixtape you’ll ever watch
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
November 28, 2012
Captain Murphy is hip-hop’s new mysterious character. Internet buzz has generated around this new artist who has only appeared on the web and as a cartoon, but boy can he spit. Nov. 15 was the release date of his first official mixtape, “Duality,” and although most in the hip-hop world... Read More
STAFF EDITORIAL: Fall semester closes; a time for reflection
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
November 28, 2012
The days are closing in on the 2012 fall semester and to some the past few months have been a blink, while to others they have felt like molasses. Many students have already climbed the obstacle of submitting college applications, but all students are preparing themselves to tackle finals week.... Read More
Dancing to a native beat
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
November 28, 2012
The Bakersfield College Native American Awareness Club has been hosting events to inform BC students on Native American culture, including a cultural awareness dance and singing that took place on Nov. 14. Richard Langdeaux, a plant science major at BC, is president of the club and was in charge... Read More
BC Jazz plays the music of Sun Ran
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
November 15, 2012
The Bakersfield College Jazz Ensemble performed songs from Sun Ra on Nov. 1 in the Fireside Room. The late Sun Ra was a composer, self-proclaimed extra-terrestrial, and an innovator. Ra’s music has influenced musicians beyond the jazz realm and his own compositions broke boundaries by implementing... Read More
BC Jazz program gets new support
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
November 15, 2012
The Bakersfield College Jazz program now has extra support with the Friends of BC Jazz organization. Music professor Kris Tiner and history professor Randy Beeman have been planning the organization for over a year in an effort to provide scholarships, equipment, sheet music, travel and other... Read More
Bakersfield walks to fight diabetes
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
November 15, 2012
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation held its 14thannual Walk and Run to Cure Diabetes on Nov. 3 at Yokuts Park. Attendance was free and the event consisted of food, fun activities for kids, and of course, the walk and run. Allison Perkins-Thomas is the branch manager of the event, and... Read More
Democrats celebrate major win
Omar Oseguera, Photo Editor
November 15, 2012
The Central Labor Hall hosted the election night party for the democrats on Nov. 6. Democrats from Bakersfield gathered to celebrate what would eventually be Barack Obama’s re-election, the failure of Proposition 32, and the passing of Proposition 30. All attendees were accommodated with... Read More
B-boys rock to the breaks
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
November 15, 2012
Breakdancing events in Bakersfield are not very common, but thanks to Omar Juarez, a local DJ, Break ’Em Off has been started as an effort to raise awareness for hip-hop culture in the area. Juarez held B-boy events back in 2001 with his friend Joseph Hernandez, but both were newly inspired... Read More
Local grocer thinks Prop. 37 good idea
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
October 31, 2012
One of the most controversial topics in the upcoming elections is that of Proposition 37. The proposition would demand all companies using genetically engineered food to label their product as genetically engineered. Controversy around this topic resides in what its true purpose is. Some say... Read More
BC professors express importance of vote
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
October 31, 2012
With the elections coming up this November, Bakersfield College professors spoke on voting, it’s importance, and what it means for students. Steven Holmes, professor of political science at BC, felt that voting is always important. “Elections are the essential component of any true Democracy,”... Read More
Kendrick Lamar album a personal story
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
October 31, 2012
Kendrick Lamar’s major label debut, “Good Kid, M.A.A.D. City,” is a concept album that has undoubtedly changed hip-hop music. Lamar’s album features guest appearances from Drake, Dr. Dre, Jay Rock and MC Eiht. The album follows Lamar’s youth in Compton, which consisted of peer pressure,... Read More
BC Health Center to screen for depression
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
October 31, 2012
On Nov. 15, the Bakersfield College Student Health and Wellness Center will be holding screening tests on campus for depression. These tests will help determine if a student needs further help, but students will not be diagnosed on the spot. The event will be taking place along with The Great... Read More
Roughneck Review publishes new issue
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
October 31, 2012
Bakersfield College’s online journal, the Roughneck Review, published its latest issue on Oct. 31. The Roughneck Review is a new campus entity, publishing works submitted by current and former students, and approved by an editorial staff of BC professors. The works may be written assignments,... Read More
Adjunct professor against Prop. 37
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
October 17, 2012
Bakersfield College adjunct professor David Lightsey feels that students need to be informed more on Proposition 37. Lightsey said he had witnessed many students in his nutrition class being misinformed. Lightsey works with the National Council Against Health Fraud, and is a health and safety... Read More
Lotus’ new album breaks boundaries
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
October 17, 2012
“Until The Quiet Comes” is the new album by producer Flying Lotus released on Warp Records. The album is Lotus’ return from his phenomenal 2010 release, “Cosmogramma,” which was a mind-expanding piece of free-jazz-influenced production. “Until The Quiet Comes” is Lotus returning... Read More
STAFF ED: Prop. 30 a bandage for education
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
October 3, 2012
They say you can’t put a price on education, but it is clear that is not the case. Proposition 30 is calling for a sales tax increase, and an increase to personal income tax rates for upper-income taxpayers. The motive behind this is to help fund public education, and if it does not pass,... Read More
Students discuss their views on Proposition 30
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
October 3, 2012
Students at Bakersfield College gave their opinion on one of the biggest issues coming up on the November ballot, Proposition 30. The proposition calls for a sales and use tax raise of a fourth of a cent for four years. There is also an increase in personal income tax rates on those making... Read More
An American Barber
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
September 19, 2012
Lumpy Painter is a barber at True Grit in downtown Bakersfield. He has been cutting hair for over 10 years. Watch as he reflects on his career.
‘Obama’s America’ a weak attempt at conspiracy theories
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
September 19, 2012
“2016: Obama’s America” is a documentary film by Dinesh D’Souza, which is based on D’Souza’s book “Obama’s America: Unmaking the American Dream.” The film’s main focus is that Barack Obama is not who America believes him to be, and that we actually know nothing about him.... Read More
Blu’s lyrics and music show poetic possibilities of hip-hop
Omar Oseguera, Reporter
September 19, 2012
In July of 2007, rapper Blu and producer Exile released their first album as the duo Blu & Exile. That album, titled “Below The Heavens,” became an instant classic, placing Blu & Exile among duos like Common and No I.D., Talib Kweli & Hi-Tek, Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth, and... Read More
Denson performs ‘Secret World’ at Metro galleries
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
September 19, 2012
On Sept. 9, local jazz label Epigraph Records and Metro Galleries brought out world-renowned bassist Jeff Denson, who performed songs from his album “Secret World,” which was entirely composed by Denson. Trumpeter Ralph Alessi, pianist Florian Weber, and drummer Gerald Cleaver accompanied... Read More
Armstrong inspired professors to learn
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Reporter
September 6, 2012
Bakersfield College professors reacted to astronaut Neil Armstrong’s death, which occurred on Aug. 29. Armstrong was an American hero, being the first man to set foot on the moon and giving America the win in the 1960s space race. The impact of Armstrong’s landing is very memorable, as... Read More
Riverbend brings cyclists new gear
Omar Oseguera, Photo and Multimedia Editor
September 6, 2012
Riverbend Bikes, Boards & Bites is a new store located on 2437 Oak St. The shop celebrated its grand opening on Aug. 30. The Riverbend employees include mechanic George Maragrrell and BMX specialist Matt Splat. The shop is known for The Roadrunner Solar Powered Multi-person Bicycle, which... Read More
‘The Three Stooges’ weak plot boosted by casting
Omar Oseguera, Reporter
April 18, 2012
“The Three Stooges” is a ride back to the 1930s, when slapstick comedy was thriving in film and an experience for the whole family to enjoy. For the average young adult not familiar with “The Three Stooges,” this film may be somewhat of a bore, with the exception of a cameo from the... Read More
Local heroes meet in the ring
Omar Oseguera, Photographer
April 18, 2012
The Bakersfield Police Activities League put together the 18th annual Battle of The Badges on April 13 at The Dome. The event brought together different officers in law enforcement to fight one another in order to raise money for the Police Activities League. The Battle of The Badges brought... Read More
Budget problems will limit students’ learning
Omar Oseguera, Reporter
April 18, 2012
Bakersfield College, as well as all the other colleges in the Kern Community College District, is going to be facing a budget reduction of $17.8 million. This situation should strike a nerve with every student continuing at BC next year, as well as future newcomers to BC. Most students come... Read More
Our House is a very very nice house
Omar Oseguera, Photographer
March 28, 2012
Bakersfield punk rock is alive and relevant even in 2012, nearly 40 years since Iggy and The Stooges showed the world what raw power is all about. Unlike most concerts, where bands perform on a stage, The Killer Clam is actually a house and the bands perform in the garage. To the average show... Read More
Palestinian tribulations
Omar Oseguera, Reporter
March 14, 2012
Protesting, murder, attacks on innocent people and genocide. These are things Americans hear about on a daily basis, the majority coming from a foreign country. Bakersfield College international relations major Mohammad Hammad has experienced some of these events first hand in his family’s... Read More
Bakersfield Roller Derby
Omar Oseguera, Photographer
March 5, 2012
Riding down the path together
Omar Oseguera, Photographer
February 29, 2012
Pedalpalooza was a biking event held at Yokuts park on Feb. 25. At the event, participants were encouraged to decorate their bikes.
Local roller derby bouts
Omar Oseguera, Photographer
February 29, 2012
Sports are highly thought of as dominated by men, but that does not stop the ladies of Derby Revolution of Bakersfield from stepping into the rink and displaying their intensity in Roller Derby. Roller derby bouts consist of five women from each team on the track at one time, and so 10 women... Read More