Josue Alvarado: a product of the community
Zachary Mejia, Managing Editor
September 27, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
Last April Rio Hondo alumni Josue Alvarado was elected to represent the first district of Whittier in the new district-wide election system the city had adopted. Alvarado’s ascension is not only historic because it is the first to occur in the new voting system, but it is also the first time that district...
Student Spotlight: Jose Corona
Victor Lozano, Staff Writer
September 21, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
One thing we know in life is that nothing is certain and making specific decisions can affect your life for better or worse. For Jose Corona, he knows that he has always made the right choices. Corona, 20, had already gone through some life changing experiences after leaving high school, as he heade...
Student Spotlight: Bryan Marquez, Hard Work Personified
Adam Calleja, Staff Writer
September 15, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
During the summertime students endure the engrossing struggle of deciding whether to work or attend school. Most choose to either work part-time and attend school full-time or perhaps work full-time and attend school part-time, but Rio Hondo student Bryan Marquez has vowed to the commitment of keeping...
Eight Cruelty- Free Cosmetic Brands
Danielle Anzures and Malissa Myers
September 15, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
Cruelty- free makeup has become an option to turn to when avoiding products that use animal testing in the makeup industry. However, the price of going cruelty- free can be expensive. Here is a list of eight inexpensive, cruelty- free makeup brands that will come in handy for makeup artists in a pinch. e....
UCR student Nicholas Diaz Shines for Rio Hondo
Angelo Torres, Staff Writer
September 14, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
Nicholas Diaz is a Business Administration major and graduate of Rio Hondo College. He completed his enrollment in the Spring of 2016, receiving multiple degrees, Dean's Honors, and acceptance to the University of California, Riverside. Diaz is a shining example of Rio Hondo student potential. His su...
Giorgio Armani and Bugatti together?
Eileen Gaeta, Lifestyles Editor
September 14, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
The worlds of automotive and apparel are about to join forces. Giorgio Armani and Bugatti want to offer their customers products that are distinguished by their top quality material. The Italian and the French brands have come together for the first time to promote a vision. The Giorgio Armani for Bugatti ...
Spotlight: Professor Ron Reeder
Xavier Alatorre, Staff Writer
September 13, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
Professor Ron Reeder has been a part of Rio Hondo College for many years, first as a student when the campus opened its doors in 1963 and then as professor after receiving his BA and MA from Cal State Fullerton. He has spent the better part of his teaching career as an inspiration to students, instru...
Lifestyle Trend: Cupping
Ashley Lopez, Staff Writer
September 13, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
Lifestyle trends change in the same manner as fashion trends. Health fads come and go, like eating gluten-free everything, drinking chia seed with water, juicing, joining expensive workout classes, etc. A century old technique of cupping is now resurfacing. It involves using suction cups to release m...
Detox drinks to try this summer
Brenda Ruedas, Staff Writer
May 24, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
Summer is almost here and we all want to feel great especially when heading out to the beach. Losing weight can be challenging because everyone has a different metabolism and might not burn calories fast enough. With this in mind here are four of the best detox drinks that will speed up the metabolism...
The Battle for Blaze ‘N’ Glory
Natalie Solano, Lifestyles Editor
May 24, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
With the second annual Blaze ‘N’ Glory Festival coming up this June, the sponsoring Slidebar of Downtown Fullerton has set up a way for one lucky, local up-and-coming band to win a spot to perform in the festival itself. Rio Hondo’s very own Adrian “Phelix” Felix and his crew Illosophy have...
Go old-school for dinner at Clearman’s Steak ‘n Stein
Armand Santos, Senior Staff Writer
May 23, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
A stone's-throw from Uptown Whittier, Clearman's Steak 'n Stein Inn on Whittier Boulevard in Pico Rivera has been satisfying carnivorous cravings long before Uptown became a hipster foodie destination. A word of warning; those with strict ethical vegan mothers should stop reading now. Those s...
Eight summer destinations to visit
Noah Garcia, Staff Writer
May 23, 2016
Filed under Lifestyles
With the spring semester finally coming to an end, the endless possibilities of the summer season are open. Whether summer school, job hunting or relaxing is on the summer agenda, here are eight events that will make anybody's summer a memorable one. Universal Studios: The Wizarding World o...
