Renegade Rip, issue 6, Nov. 26, 2025

The Renegade Rip
Vol. 104 No. 6 Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025
Bakersfield College
Native Voices Speak
Campus, Page 5
Fighting, Family, and
Festivities
Campus, Page 6
Opinion, Page 7
“Frankenstein” Comes
to Life “Noises Off” full of
fabulous chaos
Opinion, Page 7
LINDA LEMONS/THE RIP
Youngest Marine vet Daniel Johnson received the second piece
of cake from the oldest Marine vet Pete as apart of tradition.
ARAYA BAN/THE RIP
Teocalli Danza Azteca Dancers Blessing the stage.
SAMANTHA TRUJILLO/THE RIP
#6 Midfielder, Luis Gil in a 1v1 with an opposing
player.
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News
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Tribal leaders speak up
By Linda Lemons
Repoter
The treatment of Native Americans
throughout history has been unfair to
say the least and some of these topics
were discussed at the BC Southwest
campus on Nov. 13 for a panel and
luncheon. The Native American Student
Support and Success Program
(NASSSP) brought together four tribal
leaders from surrounding areas for Native
American Heritage Month.
Johnny Nieto of the Tule River Yokuts
Tribe mediated the panel. Others
were, Lisa Valles, Secretary of the
Texas Band of Yaqui Indians; Joey
Williams, Vice Chair of the Nuwa
(Kawaiisu) people; and Victoria Harrison,
a Choctaw Secretary member
and Secretary of the Okla Chahta
Clan of California (OCCC) which is a
nonprofit that unifies Choctaw people
from OK to CA.
After a prayer led by Williams, everyone
ate and they introduced themselves.
One interesting yet unfair fact about
the Choctaw is, “We are the third largest
tribe in America, and, we actually
even have Choctaw Valley that’s right
out here on the other side of the Kern
River, that never gets mentioned in
land acknowledgments,” Harrison
stated.
Nieto asked, “What does sovereignty
mean to you on a personal level and
professional level mean your tribal
leadership?”
“So, for my tribe, you know sovereignty
we have tribal council, and
we’re trying to get more of the lines of
being able to govern, get more projects
in place whether it be housing, healthcare,”
Williams explained.
“A clinic up in Lake Isabella, that’s
going to help service more of our tribal
members, and some other local folks,”
Williams stated.
Another controversial topic discussed
was being told you’re not authentic
when, “You know your own
belief your own self, who you know
who you are. Where your ancestors
come from,” Valles stated.
Yet simply because their blood tests
show a lower level than the federal
mandated requirement, “to enroll with
the federally recognized tribe,” Valles
explained, then they are unauthentic.
Nieto had asked how can non-Native
allies support Native Americans?
“I would say listen and learn the history
of the land you’re on, the tribes
that are connected to it. Past and present.”
Valles continued, “Also, to understand
that being an ally is not to save
us, but to walk with us. And let us take
the lead and let our voices be heard.”
“Fiesta en el Cielo”
By Araya Ban
Reporter
On a rainy Saturday at the Bakersfield College Outdoor
Theatre, families, students, and community members gathered
for an evening painted in gold marigolds and vibrant
papel picado. The annual Día de los Muertos Fiesta, hosted
under the Clarissa Mora Empowerment Fund, transformed
the campus into a space of remembrance and celebration,
one where life and death intertwined in a shared cultural
embrace.
Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a Mexican
holiday that honors loved ones who have passed, recognizing
death not as an ending but as a natural continuation of
life’s cycle. At the heart of the celebration stood a towering
ofrenda, illuminated by soft candlelight. Photographs
of community members’ relatives, framed by their favorite
foods, flowers, and tokens invited visitors to pause, reflect,
and remember.
The evening’s performances carried the event’s spirit with
remarkable energy. Acts included Las Cafeteras, Mariachi
Ritmo de México, Ballet Folklórico Ritmo y Sabor, Teocalli,
Mariachi Mi Ciudad, Leneye Andrade, Lauren Arambula,
and La Familia Morales. Many performers hailed
from Bakersfield, while others traveled from across regions
to share their craft.
Teocalli Danza Azteca opened with a blessing of the
stage with a striking display of folklórico dance, showcasing
performers of all ages whose synchronized steps and bringing
tradition to life. The sound of trumpets and soaring violins
of Mariachi Mi Ciudad filled the theatre soon after,
drawing enthusiastic applause from the crowd. Fourteenyear-old
Bakersfield native Lauren Arambula delivered
a soulful vocal performance that resonated long after her
final note. Student group Ballet Folklórico Ritmo y Sabor
added a burst of color with meticulously crafted costumes
and expressive storytelling through dance. Each number invited
cheers from the audience, many of whom swayed or
clapped along from their seats.
As night settled in, the theatre brimmed with warmth,
both from the flicker of candles and the sense of shared
heritage. Families stood shoulder-to-shoulder, celebrating
a tradition that transforms mourning into memory and
memory into joy. At Bakersfield College, Día de los Muertos
was not merely observed; it was celebrated.

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News
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250 Years of Traditions
By Linda Lemons
Reporter
The United States, Marine Corps
birthday celebration was full of traditions
at every turn. They did a traditional
2-mile march around the Bakersfield
College campus while carrying the four
flags that represents the branches of
military, Coast Guard, Air Force, Navy,
Army, Marines, and of course the flag
of the United States of America was
proudly carried as well.
Upon the veteran’s arrival at the BC
Veteran Memorial Plaza, Nick Haynes
played a beautiful rendition of the Marine
Corps hymn on the bagpipes after
the national anthem was played.
Jenny Frank is the director of the
Veterans Services and Programs, and
she had this to say about the “Oldest
Marine present, Mr. Pedro ‘Pete’ de la
Rosa. He was born on December 3,
1947, and proudly served in the United
States Marine Corps beginning in July
1966,” she continued, “… During his
service and Vietnam Pete was wounded
in action on two separate occasions. He
received his first purple heart in February
1967 after sustaining shrapnel injuries
from an incoming mortar attack.”
Frank then explained how de la Rosa
received his second purple heart, “In
July 1967 after being shot while returning
from a long-range reconnaissance
patrol. He was honorably discharged
in 1968 after many months of treatments,”
Frank stated.
One tradition at the Marine Corps
birthday celebration is for the oldest
Marine to receive the first piece of cake
once it has been cut by the Marine Officer
sword. Then the oldest Marine
is handed the second piece of cake so
he can give it to the youngest Marine
to symbolize the passing of knowledge
and traditions, his name was Daniel
Johnson. This year the Veterans Resource
Center decided to add to this
tradition by giving a third piece of cake
to the youngest veteran overall and that
was U.S. Army veteran Jacob Peters.
When asked how does it feel to be
apart of something that has been here
Understanding Privacy
for 250 years, one Marine Corps veteran,
Eric Hansen, who was apart of the
ceremony outside stated, “In honoring
of a tradition, but also doing it in a
purpose that is always looking towards
the future in honoring a future generation…
Heavy. But fun.”
“The Bakersfield College Veteran Resource
Center was proud to celebrate
the 250th birthday of the United States
Marine Corps, honoring 250 years of
courage, commitment, and service,”
stated Frank.
LINDA LEMONS/THE RIP
The first piece of cake given to
the Oldest Marine vet Pedro
“Pete” de la Rosa.
By Stephane Perez
News Editor
Privacy used to be something people
lost by accident. Today, it’s something
we give away without
even noticing. At Bakersfield College’s
latest Renegade Roundtable, professors
and students unpacked how apps, algorithms,
and surveillance have blurred
the line between public and
private life and why the consequences
now stretch far beyond social media
likes.
One panelist shared a memory of
a sixth grader pulling up a teacher’s
house on Google Maps
during class. What once felt invasive
now feels normal. App tracking, data
broker sites, and quiet location updates
have made it easy for anyone to
be found. “Anybody can be a celebrity
online now,” one attendee said. “That
complicates what ‘private’ even means.”
The conversation shifted to the risks in
our own community. Activists described
the fear of accidentally exposing others
in live streams or protest footage. A single
photo metadata included could put
someone at risk of being targeted, profiled,
or even detained. “I don’t want to
be the
weak link,” one participant said. “I
don’t want to be the reason someone
gets swooped up by ICE.”
These concerns extend beyond protests.
Once someone has your image or
information, you lose control of it. The
panel pointed to the 2023 actors’ strike,
where performers fought to prevent
studios from scanning their bodies and
voices and using AI copies forever. Even
extras workers making minimum wage
feared being replaced by digital replicas
created without consent or fair pay.
Pew Research’s statistics show how
widespread the problem is. In 2024,
more than 3,100 data breaches affected
1.35 billion people, including students.
They found that 71% of Americans
worry about how the government uses
their data, while over 80% believe companies
will use information in ways they
never agreed to.
Tech evolves far faster than laws.
Many U.S. privacy standards still rely
on 1800s definitions, while companies
collect detailed data locations, habits,
biometrics often without users realizing
it.
And with AI systems trained on everything
from our faces to our movement
patterns, the concept of “opting
out” becomes less realistic.
In the end, the Roundtable made one
thing clear: privacy isn’t just about what
we share. It’s about what others can
do with the pieces of us we didn’t even
know we gave away.
Picture of Reggie Williams,
Matthew Maddex,
Javier Llamas, Ariel
Dyer, and Joe Saldivar

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Men’s soccer final game
By Samantha Trujillo
Sports Editor
BC men's soccer competed in their
playoff game, Wednesday Nov.19
against Glendale where unfortunately
BC resulted in a loss with the final score
of 5-4.
Starting off the game, #20 defender
Javier Villatoro sent a long ball into
play and started the game. Entering the
first half, Glendale had been dominating
most of the game, trying for more
shots on goal, although that didn’t stop
BC. Scoring the first goal of the match,
#9 forward Alejandro Alvarez, scored
with an assist from center field in the
9th minute of the game, putting BC in
the lead 1-0. Glendale responded back
with a goal, tying the game 1-1. The
pace of the game had suddenly made
a switch and intensity of the game suddenly
became more evident from both
teams.
With the first half coming close to an
end, Glendale scored yet another goal,
now taking the lead 2-1. BC was not
having that and tied the game with #19
midfielder Andrew Orozco who scored
in the last minutes, making the score
2-2.
Going into the second half, BC and
Glendale kept the same intensity from
the first half and like the first half, BC
is yet again the first ones to score. #11
defender Anthony Gambe was the first
one to put a point up for BC in the second
half with Alvarez following right
behind, scoring his second goal of the
game and putting BC in the lead 4-2.
Not long after, Glendale came back
with a goal catching up in the score
and making the game 4-3. Reaching
towards the final minutes of the second
half, Glendale scored two goals and
ultimately won the game 5-4 making
them move on in the playoffs.
Afterwards #3 forward Andrew Nava
said, “I’m proud of the guy’s because
we played our game, we didn’t drop
down to their level, unfortunately it
didn’t go our way, especially at home
you know we want to win at home, and
to lose at home it doesn’t feel good but
I’m proud of our guys because we did
everything we did to win but that’s just
how the game goes.”
Head Coach, Vayron Martinez also
stated, “...Losing is tough, and the manner
in which we did but we got to just
come back tomorrow in the meeting not
necessarily figure out what happened
but you know this sport is brutal and it
gives you very highs and very lows and
this is definitely very low for us.”
SAMANTHA TRUJILLO/THE RIP
#15 Defender, Ulysses Garcia marking opposing
player.
Renegades stomp Glendale
By Araya Ban
Reporter
On Nov. 20 at BC pressure was rising
and adrenaline was high as Bakersfield
College hosted a postseason doubleheader,
with the men’s soccer team taking
the field first before ultimately
falling short of advancing. Therefore,
the pressure began to weigh down on
whether our women’s team could have
a chance in state championships by
battling through their own high stakes
playoff matchup.
A week full of gloomy days suddenly
shifted, and the sun came out to play
for our Renegades. BC created several
early chances but found no reward,
keeping the match tightly controlled
from both sides. Alexandra Gallardo
peppered Miramar’s back line with five
shots on goal, while Delilah Cardenas
kept the pressure steady with seven
more attempts. It became a game of
siege, with BC pushing and pushing but
the scoreboard refusing to budge. After
more than an hour of rising tension,
Gallardo created her own lane, stepped
into open space, and struck the leading
goal with complete confidence. Her
shot sailed past the keeper, delivering
the breakthrough BC had been hunting
for all match long.
On the other end, goalkeeper Addyson
Evens held her composure through
the final minutes. She finished with
four saves, shutting down Miramar’s attempts
and refusing to let them find any
cracks in BC’s defensive structure. History
was made Wednesday afternoon as
the Bakersfield College women’s soccer
team clinched its first-ever berth in the
second round of the 3C2A SoCal Regionals.
In a tightly contested matchup
on the BC soccer field, the Renegades
pushed through San Diego Miramar
with a decisive 1–0 victory. The win
capped off a determined team performance,
marked by disciplined defending,
steady midfield control, and a late
surge of momentum that energized the
home crowd. With the program reaching
this milestone for the very first time,
the team now enters the next round
carrying both confidence and the support
of an excited campus community.
Our Renegades will travel to face
Santiago Canyon on Saturday, Nov. 22
at 2 p.m. as they continue their postseason
journey.
ARAYA BAN/THE RIP
BC women’s soccer team huddled together.

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What does space mean to you?
By Leilani Nordine
Reporter
The night of Nov. 13 at 6 p.m., the Levan Center held an event on Art,
Architecture, and Archetype the theme this time was space.
With space being such a broad topic, not many students knew what
kind of space the Professors’ Samuel Moyle, Jeffrey Huston, and Krista
Moreland would be discussing.
Professor Moyle went first and discussed
spaces such as deserts, dead malls, and dying
downtowns.
Professor Moyle had said, “I want to encourage
you to explore these places safely
and legally.”
His discussion on the topic of space was
to encourage students to get off social media
and to explore these dead areas.
“We shouldn’t despair over this decay,
on the contrary, this waste is like art. Art
is a matter of content, form, the content
here it’s a story.” stated Professor Moyle.
Next, Professor Huston went and told
the audience his interpretation of the
LEILANI NORDINE/THE RIP
Professor Jeffrey Huston presenting the significance
of space
theme space. He used creativity and the box from the saying “think outside
the box” to elaborate on his interpretation.
Professor Huston stated, “I believe that creativity does not start with
thinking outside the box. It is instead in understanding of the box that we
are in. And when we understand our box…we will discover that kind of
potential that will not only benefit us, but everyone around us as well.”
Professor Huston’s message was for students to not see creativity as
thinking outside of the box, but rather as a unique person who thinks
inside the box.
Finally, Professor Moreland went and
took the theme of space literal. She discussed
how space is being used, especially
the different cultural perspectives of
space.
Professor Moreland’s message was for
students to understand how “we assign
meaning to space or places.”
Rudy Avila, a BC student stated, “The
event was very educational. It made me
think of space in more than just like my
house. It made me start to appreciate the
little things around me.”
Voices of Native identity,
resilience, and belonging
By Ocean Roberson
Reporter
On Tuesday, Nov.18 at the Renegade
Center, BC hosted a Campus
Story where multiple people talked
about their life as Native Americans
where they made it known about their
voices of native identity, resilience,
and belonging on Native American
Heritage month. Native American
Heritage month is a time to recognize
and celebrate the history, culture, and
contributions of Native Americans.
It’s about honoring their traditions,
remembering their struggles, and appreciating
their impact on the United
States.
The guest speaker’s names were
Elizabeth Alvarez, Lawrence Ochoa,
Frankie Dirden, Joey Williams, and
Johnny Nieto who was the main
speaker at the Campus Story. They
also participate in Native American
Student Support & Success Program
(NASSSP). They talked about their
experiences as Native American’s their
culture, history, challenges, and what it
means to stay strong and connected to
their community. They often share stories
about identity, resilience, and how
to keep traditions alive today.
After the event, Dirden stated, “I
have so many people that help me a
lot just look towards to my future into
getting my degree!”
On Thursday, November 20th,
Keynote Speaker Bobby Von Martin
will be speaking at BC Delano in the
Learning Resource Center from 3 –
4p.m.
OCEAN ROBERSON/THE RIP
Speakers Frankie Driden, Lawrence
Ochoa, Elizabeth Alvarez ,Johnny
Nieto and Joey Williams.

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Bias spreads like wildfire
By Isabel Farias
Digital Editor
Bakersfield College Fireside Room hosted a discussion between
panelists on how to navigate misinformation and biases
during the holidays on Nov. 19. The event was from 3 to
4 p.m. and guests were able to enjoy pizza and pies that were
provided.
The event was led by BC Librarian Laura Luiz and featured
Helen Acosta, a communication professor, Faith Bradham,
a reference librarian, Ruby Haro, a mental health
therapist, David Seymore, a licensed mental health clinician,
Erin Griepsma, the director of student organization with
the Bakersfield College Student Government Organization
(BCSGA), Lisa Brown, a SGA director
of legislative affairs, and Lisa Harding, a
registered nurse.
Lisa Harding described how misinformation
and personal biases can spread
through personal connections and experiences.
“Misinformation for me is... people
tend to believe the person that gets
to them first,” she stated, referencing a
mentor.
She also goes on to say, “The concern
with this misinformation is, it’s not based
on sound facts, but sometimes based on
feelings or experiences that someone had
from their own perspectives.”
Adding to the discussion, panelist Helen
Acosta emphasized the ways misinformation
can spread, likening our brains to
‘recognition machines’ that pick up on
patterns. She explained how our brains tend to attach themselves
to any information that supports something that we
believe in, which in return releases dopamine hits that reinforce
these negative patterns. She continued to reiterate, “It’s
like a virus and so we get that attached to extra information
that sneaks in and takes hold.”
When asked on ways we can disengage from a distressing
conversation and setting boundaries, Ruby Haro emphasized
the importance of listening to our body cues. “It’s going to be
important to check in with your body. When you are faced
with distressing situations from others, of conversations, or
a situation, your body is really good at letting you melt,” she
said.
Haro also suggested a simple exit strategy phrase, “Okay,
I appreciate your input, I appreciate
your perspective, but at this
moment, I’d like to protect my
mental wellbeing, let’s talk about
something else.” In a world where
misinformation spreads like wildfire
it is up to us to question the information
we receive and, as Lisa
Harding noted, “We all come at
different things from our own perspective,
but we also need to be
able to filter through and say what
is actually true.”
ISABEL FARIAS/THE RIP
From left: Faith Bradham, Lisa Harding,
Laura Luiz, Rubi Haro, and Helen Acosta
in the Fireside Room on campus.
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Opinion
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Middle Eastern Mokha Cafe
by Elian Puentes
Reporter
Stepping into Mokha Cafe, a Middle
Eastern coffee shop, felt like a quick
trip around the world. The moment I
walked in, I was welcomed in by the
fresh smell of coffee beans and the pastries
cooling on the counter. The space
was very relaxed and comfortable with
music and décor that mixes traditional
Middle Eastern patterns and a modern
touch.
The menu offers a variety of coffees
hot, cold, and house specialties such as
their small bites. I decided to try both
the iced pistachio latte and iced vanilla
latte. The iced pistachio latte was
the standout of the show being priced
at $6, which is reasonable. It is smooth
and easy to drink. It had a light pistachio
flavor that blended nicely with the
espresso not too sweet, not too strong. It
tasted creamy and refreshing, the kind
of drink you can finish quickly without
it feeling heavy.
The iced vanilla latte was more classic.
while being valued at $6 dollars,
which is the typical affordable price for
a coffee. It is simple, smooth, and lightly
sweet, with the vanilla mellowing out
the espresso without making the drink
too sugary. Clean, refreshing, and super
easy to drink, it’s the kind of latte you
can sip all day without getting tired of
the flavor.
Trying them back-to-back made it
easy to appreciate the difference; the
pistachio latte is bolder and more distinctive,
while the vanilla latte is familiar
and reliably good. Both were refreshing
and well-balanced, but the pistachio felt
like the better choice.
If you’re hungry, their selection of
pastries and small bites doesn’t disappoint.
Honeycomb bread often called
khaliat al nahl is a soft, fluffy Middle
Eastern bread made up of small, pullapart
rolls arranged tightly together so
they look like a honeycomb. Each little
roll is usually filled with cream cheese.
The texture is pillowy, and the combination
of soft dough, creamy filling,
and sweet glaze makes it addictive; the
kind of bread you keep reaching for
piece by piece until the whole “honeycomb”
disappears.
Overall, Mokha Cafe offers authentic
flavors, friendly service, and a vibe that
makes you want to come back. If you
enjoy Middle Eastern coffee or want to
try something new that you can enjoy
with friends, family, or even just a place
to study or work, this place is worth a
stop.
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A pistachio and vanilla latte with
honeycomb bread.
“Frankenstein” comes alive
By Xavier Chavez
Reporter
Guillermo del Toro’s new take on the classic “Frankenstein”
story is a masterclass in creativity and storytelling. Del
Toro, known for such movies as “Pan’s Labyrinth,” “Hellboy,”
“The Shape of Water,” and “Pacific Rim,” brings his
unique visual style to the production, creating amazing sets
and costumes that add a powerful visual layer to the movie.
The monster itself is incredibly well designed, and the visuals
are significantly enhanced by the fact that del Toro uses
practical effects wherever possible in his movies, and “Frankenstein”
is no exception. While CGI was certainly used in
the movie, it seemed to be used only when necessary, making
the movie and the sets feel authentic and unique because
they were actually there.
Along with the practical sets, Frankenstein’s Monster was
also just as real. In Disney’s 2017 “Beauty and the Beast,” the
Beast was an actor who was costumed entirely in green suits
and CGI, which sometimes made the Beast feel too fake. But
Frankenstein’s Monster was created practically, with the actor
covered in makeup and prosthetics, making him feel like
a real creature that could exist in the world del Toro created.
There is no doubt in my mind that del Toro put a lot of passion
into directing this film.
Oscar Issac, known for his roles in “Star Wars,” “Moon
Knight,” and “Dune,” brings his powerful acting chops to
his performance of Victor Frankenstein, creating a compelling
and complicated character. The classic story, first written
by Mary Shelley in 1818 and considered the first significant
work of science fiction, follows Victor’s obsession with overcoming
death, which drives him to make stunning scientific
advancements in biology, eventually culminating in the creation
of Frankenstein’s Monster, a creature whose nature
Victor struggles to understand.
The story itself is compelling straight out of the gate,
grabbing the viewer’s attention with fast-paced action and
intriguing questions. “Frankenstein” is an absolute mustwatch
for fans of the classic or new fans ready to dive into
Mary Shelley and del Toro’s world.

Culture & Calendar
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An Island built on slow
living Ikaria Greece
On the Greek island of
Ikaria, living to 90 or even
100 isn’t shocking it’s almost
normal. This remote Aegean
Island is one of the world’s
five Blue Zones, places where
people live longer and stay
healthier far into old age.
Their longevity isn’t tied to
expensive supplements or
complicated routines. Instead,
it comes from the simple,
consistent choices woven into
their everyday life, especially
the way they eat.
Ikaria’s traditional diet
is deeply connected to the
land and built around plants.
Their daily meals include wild
greens, beans, chickpeas, lentils,
potatoes, fresh vegetables,
and plenty of olive oil. Meat
is saved for special occasions,
while fish appears more often.
Goat’s milk and cheeses are
part of their diet too and interestingly,
goat’s milk is easier
to digest and naturally anti-inflammatory,
giving their gut
health a gentle advantage.
One of the most fascinating
things about Ikaria is how
their diet naturally supports
the intestines and digestive
system. Wild herbs like sage,
rosemary, and oregano, often
turned into daily teas,
have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
properties.
Their meals are loaded with
fiber, which helps maintain
a healthy gut lining, supports
regular digestion, and reduces
inflammation throughout
the body. Because almost all
their food is fresh, minimally
processed, and seasonal, their
guts aren’t constantly stressed
by chemicals, additives, or
heavy sugars. A healthy gut
is now known to be linked to
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strong immunity, stable mood,
and long-term disease prevention,
all things Ikarians benefit
from without even trying.
Comparing this to non–
blue zone areas, especially the
typical American diet, paints
a clear picture. Many people
rely on fast food, processed
snacks, sugary drinks, and
meals eaten quickly on the
go. Red meat, refined grains,
and high-sodium, high-sugar
foods dominate daily eating
habits. These choices lack
the fiber and nutrients our
intestines depend on, which
contributes to inflammation,
digestive issues, and higher
rates of chronic illness.
Ikaria shows that longevity
isn’t one big decision it’s
thousands of small ones. Slow
meals, whole foods, herbal
teas, daily movement, and
strong community ties all work
together. Their way of living
reminds us that a healthier,
longer life often starts with the
simplest ingredients and the
rhythm of slowing down.
Renegade Events
Campus Events
Nov 27, 28: Campus closure Thanksgiving break
Dec 1: Registered Respiratory Therapy Program Info
Session, Zoom, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Dec 1, 8: Money Matters Workshops, Arvin Educational
Center Conference Room 110, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Dec 3, 4: Ceramics Fall Holiday Sale, Rose Garden
outside Fine Arts 30, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Dec 4, 11: Season of Light Planetarium Show, William
M. Thomas Planetarium, 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Dec 13: End of Fall Semester
Happy Thanksgiving