Cerritos College
Cerritos College • Norwalk, Calif.

Talon Marks

Cerritos College • Norwalk, Calif.

Talon Marks

Cerritos College • Norwalk, Calif.

Talon Marks

Samantha Vasquez

Samantha Vasquez, Multimedia Editor

Spring 2015

Dear person looking at this bio, stop. Just stop.
Ha! I kid. HI I'M SAM...and I do not like green eggs and ham.
But I do like froyo. I'm a journalism major and for anyone that doesn't know what I intend to do with it, let me tell you...neither do I. It's just a passion I have and I enjoy everything within it. This is my second semester on the paper. This semester i'm the multimedia editor so I hope to do some exciting new things with that! Enough about school, more about myself. When i'm not at school, I'm working at one of my two jobs. In my free time, you can catch me roaming around the city or in front of a computer. My three addictions are social media, television and unfrosted PopTarts. I love to tweet nonsensicals and like pictures of different animals on Instagram. I love meeting new people even though many would say, "if awkward had a child, it would no doubt be her." One of my goals in life is to have Obama (or Beyonce) follow me back on Twitter. With all that being said, I can't wait to see what's in store for this semester. Let's get weird, Talon Marks! BYEEEE.

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[Video] Business Administration and Retail Management Career Fair

Samantha Vasquez, Multimedia Editor May 2, 2015

The career fair that was held on April 29 allowed students to get information from Southern California colleges about their business programs. They also had the chance to apply for jobs as well.

[Video] Happy #NationalHighFiveDay!

Samantha Vasquez and Monica Gallardo April 23, 2015

Editors, Samantha Vasquez and Monica Gallardo went out to celebrate #NationalHighFiveDay with Cerritos College students.

[Video] Presidential and Student Trustee Debate

Samantha Vasquez, Multimedia Editor April 7, 2015

Watch ASCC presidential candidate along with their running mates and Student trustee candidates answer questions regarding stipends for student-government positions, transparency in the workplace and...

Mr. Cerritos, School Mascot Named | Spring Festival

Spring Festival ran rampant with a chili cookout, the naming of the school mascot and determining who Mr. Cerritos would be on Wednesday, April 1. Here's what people had to say.

[Video] CIS- Math and Fine Arts Buildings Groundbreaking | March 11

Samantha Vasquez, Multimedia Editor March 14, 2015

Students and faculty gathered at the construction site of the potential fine arts complex and math/computer information science to view the math and fine arts buildings groundbreaking.

FSZ: What are your plans for spring break?

Samantha Vasquez, Multimedia Editor March 14, 2015

With mid-terms and homework saturating the schedules of students, multimedia editor Samantha Vasquez and staff writers went around campus and asked students what their plans are for spring break.

Food Bank provides for needy

Samantha Vasquez March 3, 2015
On campus many are quick to spend money on food, but they also forget to think about the students on campus that cannot afford it.

March and April set to be active months for clubs

Samantha Vasquez, Multimedia Editor March 2, 2015
March and April are going to be two exciting months for Cerritos College students because they’ll be able to participate in a handful of activities whether it be by themselves or with their respective club.

[Video] ICC Meeting | Feb. 26

Samantha Vasquez, Multimedia Editor March 1, 2015

At Thursday’s ICC meeting, upcoming fundraising events for the students and clubs were touched upon. Some of the upcoming events are Earth Day, Spirit Day, Art Day and the Food Drive.

[Video] ASCC Senate | Feb. 11

February 17, 2015

Senators convened to vote on the mobile pep band, hydration stations and to discuss the positions of student affairs positions.

[Video] Student health fair | Feb. 17

February 17, 2015

Nursing students went out to Falcon Square to inform the campus of major health issues and gave students the chance to participate in multiple activities.

Snapchat or snapcrap?

Snapchat or snapcrap?

Samantha Vasquez February 10, 2015
Oh, snap!
New and improved school mascot revealed at club info day

New and improved school mascot revealed at club info day

Samantha Vasquez, Multimedia Editor February 5, 2015
Many students went out to Falcon Square Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 4 through Thursday, Feb. 5 to promote their clubs at club info day. For some, they went to go look for clubs to become more involved on campus.

[Video] Faculty Senate | Feb. 3

Samantha Vasquez, Multimedia Editor February 5, 2015

Periodic Table of Cerritos College

  Click on the image to enlarge it, taking you to the interactive infograph.   We created the Periodic Table of Cerritos College. But, what does that mean? Well, it's an interactive...

Top 12 TV shows of the year

Samantha Vasquez, Opinion Copy Editor December 10, 2014
Here are the top 12 shows that we think are the best of 2014. If you haven't seen them, check them out, you won't be disappointed.
FSZ: Should students be allowed to test out courses so that they dont have to take them?

FSZ: Should students be allowed to test out courses so that they don’t have to take them?

Samantha Vasquez, Opinion Copy Editor December 3, 2014

Not that enrollment for the Spring semester is underway, we asked students whether they believe they should test out courses so that they don't have to take them.

EOPS offers helping hand with academic success

Samantha Vasquez, Opinion Copy Editor December 2, 2014

The following is a Q&A with Yvette Tafoya, assistant director for Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS): What exactly is EOPS? Basically, it’s a comprehensive program to help students...

Employees shouldn’t work for Black Friday

Samantha Vasquez, Associate Opinion Editor November 18, 2014
With it being the holiday season, choosing between spending time with your family and work is a difficult choice. What’s worse than that? People are forced to work on Black Friday, which is completely unfair. This is why no one should shop on Thanksgiving
FSZ: What would you do to minimize noise in the library?

FSZ: What would you do to minimize noise in the library?

Samantha Vasquez, Associate Opinion Editor November 17, 2014

With an interest in splitting the library into two separate areas due to high noise levels, we asked students what they think could help with lowering the noise.

Cal State Fullertons representative, Carmela Ocampo, gives a student information about her school. Students were able to get information about the school of their choice. Photo credit: Samantha Vasquez

Mini University fair offers students information on transferring

Samantha Vasquez, Associate Opinion Editor November 13, 2014

Looking to transfer? Well, with about weeks left, students gathered around university booths in the library sidewalk to discuss their transferring plans with school recruiters at the Mini University...

President Linda Lacy; Gary Johnson and Miya Walker speak to three individuals that are protesting against the president outside of her office. The protestors students and facultys attention by using picket signs.

[Photo] Protest against Lacy, petition for resignation

November 5, 2014

President Linda Lacy; Gary Johnson and Miya Walker speak to three individuals that are protesting against the president outside of her office. The protestors students and faculty's attention by using picket...

Doctor-assisted suicide is not the answer

Samantha Vasquez, Associate Opinion Editor November 5, 2014
Should people be allowed to end their life on their terms? Nope.

Opinion: Page 3 of the October 29, 2014 issue

Samantha Vasquez, Opinion Copy Editor October 29, 2014

Fair:
Students walked down the library sidewalk during the Job Fair on Tuesday.
It was organzied by Career Services, hosting companies like Chipotle and FedEx.

[Photo] Job Fair offers students employment opportunities

October 21, 2014

Fair: Students walked down the library sidewalk during the Job Fair on Tuesday. It was organzied by Career Services, hosting companies like Chipotle and FedEx.

TSEC talks Master Plan, and tuition with booth

Samantha Vasquez, Associate Opinion Editor October 13, 2014
The Social Equality Club informed students about the Master Plan, and how since it had been created, tuition has been affected.

Internships offer experience, key to the future

Samantha Vasquez October 12, 2014
Internships are teaching students qualifying skills to become the perfect candidate for future employers.
FSZ: What is Feminism?

FSZ: What is Feminism?

Samantha Vasquez, Associate Opinion Editor October 2, 2014

News Roundup: Week of Sept. 25

Samantha Vasquez, Associate Opinion Editor September 28, 2014

Samantha Vasquez gives a quick rundown on what stories made the news around campus for the week of Sept. 25.

Get Fit club members offer free workouts to Cerritos College students. Members of the club perform yoga poses. Photo credit: Samantha Vasquez

Fit Club gives out free yoga lessons on campus

Samantha Vasquez September 23, 2014

With more than 20 students signing up, Fit Club’s free exercise booth proved to be a success. The club was promoting a healthier lifestyle to students at Falcon Square on Tuesday, Sept. 23. Fit Club...

FSZ: Should people be judged by what they post on social media?

FSZ: Should people be judged by what they post on social media?

Samantha Vasquez, Associate Opinion Editor September 22, 2014

Social media has been a part of people's life for the past years. We asked students about whether they should be judged on what they post.

FSZ: What would you do if an earthquake were to happen?

Samantha Vasquez, Associate Opinion Editor September 17, 2014

Project Hope opens opportunity for blood donations

Samantha Vasquez September 11, 2014
Cerritos College students participate in donating blood to the American Red Cross.

Apple | A battle of phones: Who’s the best?

Samantha Vasquez September 9, 2014
There's a reason why so many people have iPhones - it's simple and has everything a college student would need.

‘Waiting for Lefty’ auditions held

Samantha Vasquez August 21, 2014
Cerritos College students audition for the Theatre Department's upcoming show "Waiting for Lefty".
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