Software deals try to curb illegal downloads

Stephanie Rodriguez | Staff Writer

Steep software discounts of 80 to 90 percent are currently available to students through Adobe and Microsoft, a move that may help curb free illegal downloads that can end up costing much more in jail time and fines.

“Why would you risk legal action or a fine when you can get the stuff for $30?” said Dr. Elaine Ader, dean of City College’s Information Technology Department. “I don’t think people think about it.”

For just $59.95 students can purchase a legal copy of Microsoft Office Ultimate 2007, a software [read more...]

New internet policy affects privacy, connection speed

Charlene Jones | Staff writer Jonesc27@imail.losrios.edu

Internet activity on personal computers can now be tracked by student ID number due to a new log-in requirement for using wireless internet at City College, but school officials say it’s to benefit students and comply with the law.

On Oct. 1, the Los Rios Community College District rolled out controversial Internet hotspot access requirements—student ID numbers and passwords—for personal computers. According to Associate Vice Chancellor of Information Technology Mick Holsclaw, the new practice was approved to bring better service and comply with the federal [read more...]

Tree branches littered the Quad and parking lots filled with water, as high winds and heavy rain hit City College Tuesday. City College crews were quick to clean up any debris left by Northern California’s biggest storm since 1962. *Got City College storm photos? Send them to express@scc.losrios.edu with your full name and you’ll receive attribution.

Tree branches littered the Quad and parking lots filled with water, as high winds and heavy rain hit City College Tuesday. City College crews were quick to clean up any debris left by Northern California’s biggest October storm since 1962.

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A student was struck by a car just outside City College while walking across Sutterville Road, just outside City College, at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 6.

The female victim sustained injuries to the head, but was conscious when she was taken to the hospital within 15 minutes after being struck, according to witnesses.

After seeing the accident, a bystander rushed into the street to help the woman out from under the car. Several witnesses say they called 911 as soon as they heard the accident, and several more witnesses helped direct traffic until police and paramedics arrived.

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Robbery and illegal weapons possession are up. But on the other hand, motor vehicle theft is way down.

The annual Clery Report for the Los Rios Community College District, which discloses crime statistics from the last three years, was released Oct. 1 by the Los Rios Community College Police Department.

This year’s report covers 2006-08. It includes separate data for all LRCCD colleges, including on-campus, non-campus and public property sections.

The most dramatic difference is in motor vehicle theft, which at City College was 17 times higher in 2006 than 2008, when only one vehicle was reported stolen.

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The number of Californians without healthcare insurance has grown to a staggering 7 million, according to an article in The Sacramento Bee in September.

Amid the escalating unemployment rate, rising care costs and increases in premiums, uninsured City College students needing to stay healthy can find low-cost services both on campus and off.

The City College Health Center distributed seasonal flu shots Oct. 5 and Oct. 6 in Café One and the cafeteria with a $25 fee, according to City College nurse Wendy Gomez.

The City College Health Center provides other services to keep uninsured students healthy. Gomez said the [read more...]

Healthcare reform championed by President Barack Obama could provide students nationwide with affordable health insurance.

Just a month after his inauguration, Obama told Congress that America’s healthcare system is driving families and small businesses into bankruptcy.

Legislation proposed by Obama, Max Baucus and other members of Congress would make it illegal for insurance companies to drop coverage due to a pre-existing condition or when a person is sick. Proposed legislation would eliminate yearly and lifetime caps on coverage and put a cap on patient out-of-pocket expenses.

Also, individuals would be welcome to keep their current coverage, if they have any. [read more...]

Students surround a table, pounding and yelling, eager to see how the dice will fall.

It’s not uncommon to see students playing cards or throwing dice during lunch hours at City College. Is it gambling or is it just harmless fun? Los Rios Community College Police said they find gambling isn’t an issue due to an increase in manpower. Faculty also know that gambling on campus is illegal, and are usually the first to step in and tell students to stop playing.

“Gambling used to be a problem at City College a few years ago, but because of [read more...]

Embattled Associated Student Government president Steve Macias launched a scathing attack on City College’s Health Services department Tuesday in a letter to the Express.

Macias played an integral part in bringing an anti-abortion group to campus on Constitution Day. The group, which refers to itself as the Sanctity of Human Life Network (or SOHLNet), was billed as the Genocide Awareness Project in ASG documents Macias submitted for approval as a part of the Constitution Day festivities.

Macias is now facing a recall election, to be held Oct. 20 and Oct. 21, orchestrated by students offended by the display and what [read more...]

City College and the Associated Student Government are selling commemorative bricks at the base of the Panther statue near the student bookstore.

The statue was installed last year by the ASG.  The bricks are at the base of the statue and include one line of up to 15 characters for the buyer’s name. They are priced at $30 for current City College students and $50 for non-students.

“It is a recognition gift that they will have forever,” City College Foundation Executive Director Mary Leland said. “They can come back and sort of see their footprint here — or paw print.”

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