South Bay Community reacts to Israel-Hamas war; El Camino tennis teams short on players for upcoming season

Oct 26, 2023

NEWS

South Bay Community reacts to Israel-Hamas war

With daily updates on the Israel-Hamas war, El Camino College students, employees and community members are feeling the weight of the conflict. Learn about some of the opinions and experiences people in the community have had since the conflict started on Oct. 7. Read more.

Safe sex seminar offers students education, condoms and more

By: Angela Osorio

The Student Health Center will host a birth control workshop on Thursday, Oct. 26 where students can learn about different birth control methods and receive free condoms and lubricant. Read more.

Be wary of QR code scams

By: Joseph Ramirez

The El Camino College Information Technology Services warns students and employees of possible online security attacks from QR code phishing. In a presentation to faculty members and Associated Students Organization representatives, Chief Technology Officer Loic Audusseau said the community should be aware of scam QR codes. Read more.

El Camino plans to expand artificial intelligence policy

By: Angel Pasillas

Students may not be allowed to use artificial intelligence without the consent of an instructor pending an approval of a new rule in El Camino College’s academic dishonesty policy. The proposed policy change means unless allowed by an instructor El Camino would consider the use of any artificial intelligence software or applications officially dishonest. Read more.

ASO will provide free testing materials to students

By: Kae Takazawa

Free Scantrons and blue book exam materials will be provided for all students who are Associated Students Organization Discount Benefits Pass members. Students can get the materials in the Student Development Office, located in the Communications Building Room 103, from Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read more.

7 questions with the Board of Trustees

By: Joseph Barnes

Learn more about the El Camino College Board of Trustees though an interview with one of its members. The “7 questions” series will interview representatives of various El Camino groups to better understand and explain their functions and what they offer to the campus community. Read more.

EDITORIAL

El Camino’s financial aid falls flat

By: Editorial Board

The El Camino College Financial Aid Office on campus needs improvements with the onboarding process. Read about some of the issues students face when visiting the Financial Aid Office and some possible solutions. Read more.

OPINION

Looking for a pet, consider a bunny

By: Joshua Flores

Rabbits are the third most popular pets in the U.S. right after cats and dogs, according to the National Geographic and The Humane Society. Read reporter Joshua Flores opinion piece where he both informs and encourages any pet seekers to consider a bunny. Read more.

ARTS & FEATURES

Clubs on Campus: The Child Development Club

By: Liliana Romero

A club for student-parents and their children is on focus at this issue’s “Clubs on Campus.” The Child Development Club serves as second home to its members. “Clubs on Campus” is a series that The Union is doing this semester where club representatives and members talk about what their club is about. Read more.

SPORTS

El Camino tennis teams short on players for upcoming season

By: Ma. Gisela Ordenes

El Camino tennis teams are at risk for the season as the two teams are struggling to fill out the roster completely for the spring. El Camino tennis players would have to play doubles and singles in the same days if the team does not get new players. Read more.

The ups of downs of El Camino women’s water polo season

By: Johan Van Wier

Women's water polo started out the season slowly losing 5 of their first 6 games, but has streaked out wins following a sluggish early season. The regular season is coming to an end after the last game on Oct. 25 as playoffs are around the corner for the Warriors. Read more.

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

Photo By: Monroe Morrow

A black cat stares at the camera while getting its photo taken on Sept. 28 at El Camino College. El Camino has many cats who live on campus. (Monroe Morrow | The Union)

The third issue of the fall semester has arrived

The Union’s third print issue of the fall 2023 semester is now available across El Camino College. Make sure to pick up a copy, conveniently found across multiple campus news racks.

The Union Vol. 78, No. 3 features a front page story on the college and community reaction to the Israel-Hamas war, a news story reporting on the Board of Trustees approving the contract agreement between the district and faculty union, an update story covering the El Camino women's waterpolo team season progress thus far and more.

A digital version of our newspaper is available here.

Be on the look out for our fourth print edition of the semester scheduled to be delivered next month, Thursday, Nov. 16.

The Union will release only two more print editions this semester, on Nov. 16 and on Dec. 7.

Warrior Life Survey

Please participate in a voluntary survey.

Union reporter Kim McGill is working on a story for The Union’s sister publication, Warrior Life Magazine, investigating the history and controversy surrounding El Camino College’s various logos and mascots over the past 77 years.

As a part of the story McGill has created a survey asking the campus community what name and images best represent their values and vision for a warrior.

Please follow the links or the QR code available below to participate.

Tunes from The Union

It’s a musical blast from the past this week as The Union brings back one of its “classic” playlist in celebration of the Halloween holiday.

This week celebrate the spooky season with our Spooky Songs playlist from fall 2022 and be on the lookout for all new Union playlists coming soon. Check the playlist out by clicking here or on the embedded link below:

Letter From The Editor

Viewer beware, you’re in for a scare

They say third times the charm and it sure seemed like it this week in regards to The Union’s latest print edition. While this weeks print paper brought difficulties, it also revealed a newfound confidence and comfortability within the collective news team.

This week also brings with it the Halloween weekend.

Halloween is my favorite holiday and if you know me you know I love all things spooky, especially horror movies. So while I usually use this space to talk about in-house happenings or current events, in celebration of the scariest day of the year I give you five horror movie recommendations to fit every taste.

Family Friendly Horror: Return to Oz - 1985

This spiritual sequel to the original Wizard of Oz is not classified as a horror movie but in the vein of other 80’s children’s movie the film is frightening and bleak in a way not seen in kids movies anymore. It features some genuinely frightening moments while still being appropriate for kids. Watch out for the Wheelers.

Classic Horror: The Invisible Man - 1933

When it comes to classic horror there are lots of universal classics to consider. While icons like Dracula and Frankenstein are easily remembered, a slightly forgotten gem is the Invisible Man. The old effects genuinely delight and Claude Rains’ performance makes for some real chills. Pair with the 2020 reimagining for a past and present double feature.

Comedy Horror: Return of the Living Dead - 1985

Mix zombies, punk rock, slapstick and some scary good effects and you get this 1980’s raunchy and gory horror comedy. While the rated R film offers plenty of laughs, it takes its horror elements seriously by offering a different take on zombies that makes them even more frightening.

“Real Life” Horror: Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer - 1986

Not for the faint of heart. While this “based on a true story” film takes many liberties and is mostly a work of fiction it was inspired by the life of a real murderer. It is a low budget, gritty look at real horrors found within humans.

Supernatural Horror: The Void - 2016

Inspired by but not based directly on any specific work by H.P. Lovecraft, the film features cults, killers and ancient, unknowable monsters. The story starts off slow but crescendos into one of the most frightening films I’ve ever seen. Do not watch alone.

Until next time boils and ghouls, Happy Halloween.

Delfino Camacho,

Editor-In-Chief

About The Union

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