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Crime Log ― Dec. 17 – Jan. 23

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • January 26, 2018

PETTY THEFT ― GROVE MODULARS Reported Jan. 17, 10:33 p.m., occurred between 3:30 and 8 p.m. A student reported a camera as possibly stolen after leaving it in a Grove classroom. Officers made contact with the professor teaching the student’s class and discovered the professor had found the camera,...

Beyond the bubble: Women across Asia voice their stories of sexual assault

While #MeToo often brings up images of Hollywood, the movement has begun to reach much farther, including into countries where women may risk their lives to demand greater protections. Many women in China have begun to stand up in solidarity, despite opposition from the ruling Communist Party. The government has responded by censoring news sources and monitoring the internet for phrases having to do with anti-sexual harassment and a #MeTooChina, warning the participants they could be labeled as traitors. More and more women have shared their personal stories directly online, however, causing unrest not only within the government, but also among a handful of accused university officials who may lose their jobs. “We’re not brave enough to stand out as one individual. But together, we can be strong,” said Sophia Huang Xuequin, a journalist in southern China, to the New York Times. This trend has continued in Japan as well, where rape and sexual assault are often depicted in pornogaraphic materials used for sex education. While the crime rates appear low on paper compared to the United States, Japanese citizens are reportedly less likely to report an assault, due to a lack of education on topics like date rape, consent and sexual violence. Last month in Pakistan, women fought to unban the movie “Verna,” which depicts the story of a teacher who faces sexual assault, and later takes the matter into her own hands after receiving no help from the authorities. Originally banned for “edgy content,” Pakistani women made a public outcry fueled by social media to get the ban lifted.

As #MeToo continues to grow in the US, it has begun to encourage conversations in several different countries.

Jana Eller, Office Manager • January 24, 2018

Elevators receive overdue safety permits

Facilities to send advance notice to Industrial Relations to avoid having a repeat issue.

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • January 24, 2018

After the elevators on campus spent several months waiting for inspection, the California Department of Industrial Relations issued temporary permits to the services in November and January. CATCHING UP WITH INSPECTIONS Because Industrial Relations fell behind on inspections, many of the elevators’...

Library strives to stay within budget as prioritization process continues

The library turns to creative solutions as administration seeks more information.

Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager • January 22, 2018

After facing budget cuts of nearly $180,000 in the past two years, the library is responding by creating greater efficiency within their operating system. DISCUSSING THE FUTURE Prioritization of the library began in 2016 with the intention of evaluating and determining the importance of various...

Lower campus to improve barriers to deter criminals

Departments partner with Campus Safety to provide additional security measures for vulnerable area.

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • January 22, 2018

After observing a record number of individuals coming onto lower campus with criminal intent, Campus Safety and facilities management will construct a larger wall behind Hart Hall this summer. “FOR US, THIS IS PERSONAL” The isolated areas behind Hart Hall and along the adjacent creek have...

Senators debate constitutional changes

Four amendments discussed in senate meeting.

Rebecca Mitchell, Managing Editor • January 22, 2018

The Student Government Association discussed their constitution, including proposals and voting on changes to the constitution. SGA president Gregory Ambrose began the conversation by distinguishing between what belongs in the constitution and in the bylaws: broad objectives and logistical aspects,...

Community groups have first spring kick-off

Event allows students to reconnect with each other as semester starts up

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • January 19, 2018

Students from Global Student Programs & Development held a kickoff event in the spring for the first time to emphasize the continuing value of community groups and involvement on Jan. 18. HELPING STUDENTS CONNECT GSPD utilizes community groups to help global students foster deeper relationships...

Senators gather to hear updates

SGA passes an internal proposal and prepares for events.

Rebecca Mitchell, Managing Editor • January 18, 2018

In the first Student Government Association meeting of the semester, senators heard about upcoming events and voted on an internal proposal. Vice president of administrative services Olivia Romo shared elections updates, including the application due date of Jan. 18 and the SGA elections chapel on...

Crime Log ― Dec. 8 – Jan. 17

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • January 18, 2018

VEHICLE THEFT ― RANCHO CAMPUS Reported Jan. 8, 1:47 p.m., occurred between Jan. 1, 2014 and Oct. 31, 2016 Campus Safety discovered a university-owned trailer had been stolen after receiving notice of a citation from another city. Campus Safety is continuing the investigation with the Los Angeles...

Spring 2019 budget passes

Rebecca Mitchell, Managing Editor • December 7, 2017

In the last meeting of the semester, the Student Government Associationdiscussed the Celebration of Scholarship and Research, course evaluations and voted on the spring 2019 budget proposal from last week. Assistant professor of kinesiology, health and physical education Brent Peterson and assistant...

Crime Log ― Nov. 29 – Dec. 5

Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • December 7, 2017

BURGLARY - VEHICLE ― LOT K Reported Nov. 29, 9:42 a.m., occurred between Nov. 28, 10 p.m. and Nov. 29, 9:42 a.m. A student reported signs of a burglary attempt on their vehicle, though they found nothing stolen. The student did not wish to file a report with the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department,...

Deck the Haven lives on

Students and Havenites express their thoughts on the transformed Deck the Haven.

Isabelle Thompson and Christian Leonard • December 7, 2017

Despite numerous adversities, Deck the Haven returned to campus with a new location and additional features on Wednesday. MAKING A COMPROMISE With the relocation of the event to a white tent near Fluor Fountain, Haven residents had to make adjustments this year. Previous incarnations allowed each...