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All content by Gabino Vega Rosario

Delano SGA contributes to community

Gabino Vega Rosario
May 5, 2009

Evening of art held at BC

Gabino Vega Rosario
May 5, 2009

Cesar Chavez tree receives a plaque

Gabino Vega Rosario
May 5, 2009

New system to warn of on-campus emergencies

Gabino Vega Rosario and Gabino Vega Rosario
April 21, 2009

Eager evening counselor at BC

Gabino Vega Rosario
April 21, 2009

Underwater egg hunt attracts 350 people

Gabino Vega Rosario
April 21, 2009

Bakersfield local becomes an Avenger

Gabino Vega Rosario
March 31, 2009

Make music, not arguments

Gabino Vega Rosario and Gabino Vega Rosario
March 31, 2009

Activist speaks at Delano Campus

Gabino Vega Rosario
March 17, 2009

Classic Jackie Chan movie kicks the meals off its wheels

Gabino Vega Rosario
March 4, 2009
Stacey Staab, demonstrate the proper way to fall while snow-boarding at Alta Sierra ski resort, Feb. 27.

[Photo] Snow mishaps, then victory

Stacey Staab and Stacey Staab
March 4, 2009
Online editor Andrew Ansolabehere in a snowboarding challenge at the Alta Sierra ski resort, Feb. 27. He competed in various aspects of the sport including board control and distance before a fall.

[Photo] Conquering snowboarding a challenge for novice

Andrew J. Ansolabehere
March 4, 2009
The Ped Egg is a mess-free pedicure product designed to remove calluses and dead skin from the feet to give them a smooth look and feel. They can be purchased by phone, online and in stores.

[Photo] Ped Egg soft for the foot

Britani Allison and Britani Allison
March 4, 2009
Katie Mock, a Disney recruiter, comes to BC's Fireside Room while traveling across California to offer internships Feb. 25.

[Photo] Disney brings BC job offers

Amber Troupe and Amber Troupe
March 4, 2009

Delano works to revise SGA constitution

Gabino Vega Rosario
February 19, 2009

Love experts cure woes of the gender rift

Gabino Vega Rosario
February 4, 2009

Speed and death metal are some of the most intense genres out there

Gabino Vega Rosario and Gabino Vega Rosario
February 4, 2009
Holiday lights at CALM attract many every single year.

[Photo] Tales of a winter wonder

Leia Minch
December 3, 2008
James Moore eats pumpkin pie on Nov. 27 at the Thanksgiving Breakfast for the Homeless at Jefferson Park. The Bakersfield College MAIZ club organized the meal.

[Photo] Homeless given food and clothing

Seggan Moore and Seggan Moore
December 3, 2008
Lines stretch around all sides of the Edwards Cinema in Bakersfield for the "Twilight" movie premiere at midnight on Nov. 26.

[Photo] ‘Twilight’ dazzles fans

Kelly Ardis
December 3, 2008
People run into the building as Larry Evans takes tickets at Edwards Cinema during the midnight showing of "Twilight."

Wendy Silver, 42, was getting gas on Nov. 25 before going out of town. "I love these new prices," she said.

[Photo] Gas prices decline

Katherine J. White
December 3, 2008
Lines stretch around all sides of the Edwards Cinema in Bakersfield for the "Twilight" movie premiere at midnight on Nov. 26.

Punjabi student Rimmi Dhillon, along with others, demonstrates the traditional folk dance of India on Nov. 27 for International Week.

[Photo] BC hosts International Week

Maryann Kopp
December 3, 2008
Lam's Chinese Restaurant on University Avenue offers patrons "delicious" egg flour soup, but not much else.

[Photo] Lam’s Chinese does not please

Leia Minch
December 3, 2008
BC's Alex Olcott attempts to block the ball on Nov. 29 against Hancock. BC won 89-77.

[Photo] Men second at own tourney

Taylor M. Gombos
December 3, 2008
Bakersfield College's EOP&S donated food to needy families for the holidays. The canned food drive ran from Nov. 17 to Dec. 2.

[Photo] BC students collect cans for people in need

Amanda Spickenreuther
December 3, 2008
Palomar Quarterback Matt Christian escapes a tackle during the Golden Empire Bowl on Nov. 22.

[Photo] Comets win BC Empire Bowl

Vincent Perez and Vincent Perez
December 3, 2008
The Panorama Grill is up and running again after being out of commission due to a broiler problem.

[Photo] BC’s Panorama Grill shuts down after broiler breaks

Maryann Kopp
December 3, 2008
The Junior League of Bakersfield held their 21st annual Wine Fest at Stier's RV Park on Nov. 22. The event benefits women and children in Kern County and many volunteers including Jon Halpin, who served food and poured wine.

[Photo] Junior League holds its 21st annual Wine Fest for charity

Elizabeth Meeks
December 3, 2008

Lack of signers for ASL students

Gabino Vega Rosario
December 3, 2008

BC Delano campuses become one

Gabino Vega Rosario
December 3, 2008

Delano holds elections

Gabino Vega Rosario
December 3, 2008
BC wrestler Mike Cavanaugh, who went 4-0 in the Western State Conference tournament, competes against a member of West Hills College.

[Photo] BC wrestling team places third in WSC

Vincent Perez
November 19, 2008
A tractor at the Chiller construction site sits next to the library Nov. 17.

Loop nears completion

Gabino Vega Rosario and Gabino Vega Rosario
November 19, 2008
BC quarterback Joe Maldonado attempts a pass against Canyons Nov. 15. BC ended their season with a record of 4-6.

[Photo] BC records second losing season in 22 years

Taylor M. Gombos
November 19, 2008
Kindergarten students from Horace Mann Elementary School salute veterans during Bakersfield's annual Veterans Day Parade wearing uniform costumes from past wars Nov. 11.

[Photo] Veterans Day patriotism

Eli Calderon
November 19, 2008
BC's Jamar Harrison attempts to drive to the basket against Hancock's Jonathan Ramirez on Nov. 12. Harrison had 25 points and four rebounds as the Renegades beat Hancock 85-48.

[Photo] Men begin season with 4-0 record

Taylor M. Gombos
November 19, 2008
At one time hopelessly entangled in street life, current BC student James White looks forward to a better life.

[Photo] BC student rejects gangs

MANUEL MORFIN
November 19, 2008
Bakersfield College journalism students watch one of several wildfires visible atop the California State Fullerton parking structure on Nov. 15.

[Photo] Rip honored by JACC

November 19, 2008
Professor Patrick N. Allitt gives his lecture titled Monsters Have Feelings Too on Nov. 8 in the Fireside Room at BC.

[Photo] Monsters and society

Kelly Ardis and Kelly Ardis
November 19, 2008
BC's Katie Cronk sets the ball while Chelsea Rose gets ready to hit the ball over the net on Nov.11. The Renegades have a record of 17-6 overall.

[Photo] Volleyball team wins 2 out of 3

Taylor M. Gombos
November 19, 2008
Kern County Supervisor Mike Maggard hosts the workshop.

[Photo] Oildale citizens meet to discuss future renovations

Andrew J. Ansolabehere
November 19, 2008
Keith Slettedahl, of the 88, sings the six-featured songs. They opened for the B-52s at the Fox Theatre on Nov. 15.

[Photo] B-52s take Bako back

Elka Wyatt
November 19, 2008
Vietnam veteran Juan Flores, 65, who earned a Purple Heart, sits with his son Roberto Flores, 35, (left) at the reception held in the Huddle at the Gil Bishop Sports Center on Nov. 15.

[Photo] BC alumni honors veterans at football game and reception

Seggan Moore
November 19, 2008
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[Photo] Barack Obama: A change for better or worse?

November 19, 2008
Mayor Harvey Hall receives a ring on Nov. 13 during the BC Alumni Association Hall of Fame.

[Photo] Three inducted into BC’s 19th annual hall of fame

Seggan Moore
November 19, 2008
Kern County Supervisor Michael Rubio speaks at the Future Leaders Conference.

[Photo] SGA held Future Leaders Conference in BC Forum

Seggan Moore
November 19, 2008

BC international week educates students about different ethnic cultures

Gabino Vega Rosario
November 19, 2008
Bakersfield College journalism students watch one of several wildfires visible atop the California State Fullerton parking structure on Nov. 15.

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[Photo] Barack Obama: A change for better or worse?

November 19, 2008
Keith Slettedahl, of the 88, sings the six-featured songs. They opened for the B-52s at the Fox Theatre on Nov. 15.

[Photo] B-52s take Bako back

Elka Wyatt
November 19, 2008
The Lion Dance is demonstrated by the Golden Lion Studio. Many people gather around to watch the four dragons dance. The dragons, supported by two different people danced on stage and on the auditorium.

[Photo] Chinese celebrate cultural month

Maryann Kopp
November 6, 2008
Alvaro Caceres of Velorio sings and plays guitar during their concert at the Empty Space Theatre on Oct. 26.

Local band mixes genres

Gabino Vega Rosario
November 6, 2008
Acknowledge Your Sympathy from left to right: Willy Orantes (drums), James Morales (guitar, vocals), Michael Aguilar (bass, vocals), and Mason Sizemore (guitar, vocals).

[Photo] Band takes music on the road

Andrew J. Ansolabehere
November 6, 2008
Kevin Rush and his children, Catherine, 7, and Scott,11, receive drawings made by Phil Ortiz at the Bakersfield Comic-Con on Oct. 26. Phil Ortiz, an award winning animator, has been animating since the the late 1970's.

Bakersfield comic convention shows other side of community

Gabino Vega Rosario
November 6, 2008
Michelle Johnson, center, cheers as CNN declares Barack Obama the winner of the presidential election at the Kern County Democratic party.

Republican Jerry Reynolds, a 1968 BC graduate, watches as Sen. John McCain concedes to president-elect Barack Obama.

[Photo] GOP disappointed, but plans to still stay strong

Eli Calderon
November 6, 2008
Republican and former BC faculty member Bill Thomas speaks to a crowd gathered on Oct. 30 in the Fireside room.

[Photo] Thomas brings politics to BC

Katherine J. White
November 6, 2008
BC students wait to get on the GET bus on Oct.30.

[Photo] Location of GET bus terminal to change on campus

Katherine J. White
November 6, 2008
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[Photo] Cashiers ask that you get off your cell

Seggan Moore
November 6, 2008
The new Spider-Man game gives players more options than previous games.

Marvel heroes unite in ‘Web of Shadows’

Gabino Vega Rosario
November 6, 2008
BC tight end Zack Lewis practices with BC teammates on Oct. 29. BC's playoff hopes ended against Ventura College on Nov. 1.

[Photo] BC playoff hopes dashed with loss

Taylor M. Gombos
November 6, 2008
BC's Lisa Boothe (#22) steals the ball from a Santa Monica player on Oct. 24. BC and Santa Monica played to a 1-1 tie.

[Photo] Back line is strong for women

Seggan Moore and Seggan Moore
November 6, 2008
Mark Powell plays bass alongside Aaron Novak at the Rockstar Party Bar on Meany Avenue Wed. Oct. 29 2008.

[Photo] One man makes music

J. W. Burch, IV and J. W. Burch, IV
November 6, 2008
BC running back Bruce Frieson catches the ball during practice on Oct. 29. Frieson is currently third on the BC all-time rushing list and first in the state in rushing.

[Photo] Frieson’s goals met at BC

Vincent Perez
November 6, 2008
Michelle Johnson, center, cheers as CNN declares Barack Obama the winner of the presidential election at the Kern County Democratic party.

[Photo] Barack Obama makes history

J. W. Burch, IV
November 6, 2008
BC's Reisa Fessler serves for the team against Citrus in which she had 13 kills.

[Photo] BC wins 2 of 3

Taylor M. Gombos
November 6, 2008
James "Buddy" Nielsen is pulled in all directions by fans.

[Photo] Music bonds people; Senses Fail singer ‘loves’ fans

Leia Minch
November 6, 2008
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